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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

MITCHELLS PLAIN BUS DEPOT (SITE 2) ON ERF RE/18370 ALONG SPINE ROAD,

KHAYELITSHA

DEA&DP Application Reference Number : 16/3/3/1/A4/37/3031/17 Heritage Western Cape Reference Number : 16121212

18 July 2017

Compiled by Chand Environmental Consulting P O Box 238, Plumstead, Cape Town, 7801 TEL: 021 762 3050 www.chand.co.za

Specialists in Environmental Management and ResearchSpecialists in Environmental Management and Research

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EMPr Mitchells Plain Bus Depot (Site 2) on ErF Re/18370 along Spine Road, Khayelitsha

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NOTE:

This EMPr should be updated to:

Incorporate conditions and specifications imposed by the

Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning if

Environmental Authorisation is granted;

Incorporate conditions and specifications of any possible approvals

by the Department of Water and Sanitation;

Reflect the final approved Stormwater Management Plan;

Reflect the final approved Emergency Plan; and

Reflect the final approved Landscaping Plan.

Such updates must occur without the need for a formal approval / amendment

process and must be undertaken by a qualified Environmental Assessment

Professional.

This EMPr must be incorporated into all tender and contract documentation.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................8

1.1 DETAILS AND EXPERTISE OF THE EAP .................................................................................. 8 1.2 SCOPE .................................................................................................................................... 8 1.3 BACKGROUND, SITE LOCATION AND ACCESS ................................................................ 9 1.4 STATUTORY APPROVALS .................................................................................................... 15 1.5 AFFECTED ENVIRONMENT ................................................................................................. 15 1.5.1 Land use ......................................................................................................................... 15 1.5.2 Botany ............................................................................................................................ 15 1.5.3 Surface Water ............................................................................................................... 16 1.5.4 Climate ........................................................................................................................... 18 1.5.5 Geology and soils ......................................................................................................... 18 1.5.6 Topography/Location in the Landscape................................................................... 18 1.5.7 Socio-economic ............................................................................................................ 19 1.5.8 Cultural and heritage ................................................................................................... 19 1.5.9 Overall sensitivity statement ........................................................................................ 19 1.6 IMPACT STATEMENT (AS IDENTIFIED DURING THE BASIC ASSESSMENT PROCESS) ..... 20

2. ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR DESIGN AND PLANNING PHASE ................29

2.1 SCOPE .................................................................................................................................. 29 2.2 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................ 29 2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS ....................................................... 29

3. ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION PHASE ..............................40

3.1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................... 40 3.2 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................ 40 3.2.1 The Applicant / Developer .......................................................................................... 41 3.2.2 The Engineer .................................................................................................................. 42 3.2.3 The Contractor .............................................................................................................. 42 3.2.4 Environmental Control Officer (ECO) ......................................................................... 43 3.3 MONITORING AND REPORTING ....................................................................................... 44 3.3.1 Monthly Monitoring Reports ......................................................................................... 44 3.3.2 Temporary Site Closure Report .................................................................................... 45 3.3.3 Construction Site Closure Report ................................................................................ 45 3.4 COMMUNICATION STRUCTURES ON SITE ........................................................................ 46 3.5 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME .............................................................. 46 3.6 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 47 3.7 DISPUTE RESOLUTION ......................................................................................................... 47 3.8 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES................................................................................................... 47 3.9 METHOD STATEMENTS ........................................................................................................ 47 3.9.1 Specific Method Statements Required ...................................................................... 48 3.10 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS ....................................................... 50 3.10.1 Table of Environmental Management Requirements / Specifications .................. 51 3.11 PENALTIES AND BONUSES .................................................................................................. 73 3.12 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT ........................................................................................ 76 3.12.1 Basic Principles .............................................................................................................. 76 3.12.2 Scheduled items ........................................................................................................... 77

4. OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................78

4.1 SCOPE, RESPONSIBILITY, AUDITING AND REPORTING ................................................... 78


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4.2 OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS....................................................... 78

5. DECOMMISSIONING ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................89

5.1 SCOPE, RESPONSIBILITY, AUDITING, REPORTING AND ENVIRONMENTAL

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................. 89

FIGURES

Figure 1 Locality Plan (source: Google Earth) ............................................................... 10 Figure 2 Key land use designations in terms of the SDF ................................................ 11 Figure 3 Surrounding land uses within approximately 500m of Site 1 and Site 2 (the

Mitchells Plain depot) ...................................................................................................... 11 Figure 4 Site Plan (source: SVA, 2016) ............................................................................. 14 Figure 5 Wetlands in close proximity to the site (source: Day, 2016) .................................. 17 Figure 6 Typical communication structure for construction (and decommissioning) 41

TABLES

Table 1 Details of EAP ............................................................................................................. 8

Table 2 Bio-retention pond summary ................................................................................. 13

APPENDICES

Appendix 1: Biodiversity Offsets MOU and Minutes of Meeting

Appendix 2: Method Statement template

Appendix 3: Underground Storage Tank Specifications

Appendix 4: Material Safety Data Sheet for Diesel


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ACRONYMS

For the purposes of this document the following acronyms shall apply:

EMPr Environmental Management Programme

DEA&DP Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning

DWS National Department of Water and Sanitation

ECO Environmental Control Officer

EIA Environmental Impact Assessment

EO Environmental Officer

GA General Authorisation

HWC Heritage Western Cape

CCT: TCT City of Cape Town: Transport for Cape Town

CCT: ERM City of Cape Town: Environmental Resource Management

SAHRA South African Heritage Resources Act

CBA Critical Biodiversity Area

ESA Ecological Support Areas

OESA Other Ecological Support Areas

(old agricultural lands or otherwise disturbed areas, of fairly low biodiversity value, although they do

have some ecological connectivity value. They are not Critical Biodiversity Areas, but do help

support the functionality and viability of nearby CBAs)

SACNASP South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions

EAP Environmental Assessment Practitioner

TSS Total Suspended Solids

TP Total Phosphorous

VOC Volitile Organic Compounds

DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this document the following definitions shall apply:

Affected Environment:

Those parts of the socio-economic and biophysical environment impacted on by the

development.

Bund:

Enclosure under / around a storage facility to contain any spillage.

Batch plant:

Site for the large-scale mixing and production of concrete or plaster, and associated

equipment and materials.


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Contractor:

The principal persons /company undertaking the construction of the development.

The main contractor as engaged by the developer;

Selected subcontractors; and

Any other contractor from time to time engaged by the developer directly in

connection with the construction part of the works.

Contaminated water:

Means water contaminated by the contractor's activities, e.g. concrete water and runoff

from plant/personnel wash areas.

Construction camp:

Means the area designated for all temporary site offices, storage sheds and areas, parking

areas, maintenance workshops, staff welfare facilities, accommodation, etc.

Construction Environmental Management Programme (EMPr):

The construction phase Environmental Management Programme, containing the

environmental specifications for civil and building works, also forming part of the civils and

building contract documentation.

Engineer:

A person representing the Developer on site and who is responsible for the technical and

contractual implementation of the works to be undertaken. This is usually the engineer, but

may be any other person, such as an architect or project manager, authorized by the

Developer to fulfil this role.

Environment:

Means the surroundings within which humans exist and that are made up of the land, water

and atmosphere of the earth:

micro-organisms, plant and animal life;

any part or combination of the above and the interrelationships among and between

them; and

the physical, chemical, aesthetic and cultural properties and conditions of the

foregoing that influence human health and well-being.

Environmental Education Programme:

An environmental education course to share the responsibilities of the EMPr with the:

- Contractor’s management staff and labour force during the construction phase; and

- Staff members at the facility.

Environmental Control Officer (ECO):

The individual or company appointed by the developer to ensure the implementation of the

EMPr and suitable environmental management practices on site for the duration of the

construction phase of the project.

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA):

A process of collecting, analysing, interpreting and communicating data as it pertains to

possible impacts (positive and negative) upon the environment due to a development.

Environmental Officer (EO):

The person assigned by the Contractor to ensure implementation of the EMPr on site.


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Heritage Western Cape (HWC):

The statutory provincial body responsible for heritage resource management, in the Western

Cape.

Method Statement:

A written submission by the Contractor to the Engineer and ECO in response to the

specifications or a request by the Engineer, setting out the plant, materials, labour and

method the contractor proposes using to carry out an activity, identified by the relevant

specification or the Engineer when requesting the method statement, in such detail that the

Engineer is enabled to assess whether the contractor's proposal is in accordance with the

specifications and/or will produce results in accordance with the specifications.

The method statement shall cover applicable details with regard to:

construction procedures,

materials and plant to be used,

getting equipment / plant to and from site,

how equipment / plant / material will be moved while on site,

how and where material will be stored,

the containment (or action to be taken if containment is not possible) of leaks or spills of

any liquid or material that may occur,

timing and location of activities,

compliance / non-compliance with the specifications,

any other information deemed necessary by the Engineer.

Mitigation:

The implementation of practical measures to reduce adverse impacts.

No Go Areas:

Areas identified as being environmentally sensitive in some manner and delineated on plan,

and on the site with pegs or fencing and which are out of bounds to unauthorised persons.

Authorisation must be obtained prior to entry.

Potentially hazardous substance:

Is a substance, which, in the reasonable opinion of the ECO, can have a deleterious effect

on the environment.

Reasonable:

Means, unless the context indicates otherwise, reasonable in the opinion of the ECO after he

has consulted with a person, not an employee of the Employer, suitably experienced in

"environmental implementation plans" and "environmental management plans" (both as

defined in the National Environmental Management Act (No. 107 of1998)).

Site:

The boundary and extent of development works and infrastructure, including any areas off

the main site on which works are to be carried out in order to allow the development to

proceed successfully.

Solid waste:


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Means all solid waste, including construction debris, chemical waste, excess cement/

concrete, wrapping materials, timber, tins and cans, drums, wire, nails, food and domestic

waste (e.g. plastic packets and wrappers).

Specification:

A technical description of the standards of materials and workmanship that the contractor is

to use in the works to be executed, the performance of the works when completed and the

manner in which payment is to be made.

Works:

The construction operations and all related and incidental works, such as site works,

earthworks, installation of services, rehabilitation etc., in connection with the execution and

carrying to completion of the development.

Top material:

This refers to any surface material in the construction area, whether it is soil, fine material or

stones including vegetation.

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 DETAILS AND EXPERTISE OF THE EAP

Chand’s details are contained in Table 1.

Table 1 Details of EAP

Environmental Assessment Practitioner

(EAP):

Chand Environmental Consultants

Contact Person: Marielle Penwarden

Postal address: PO Box 238

Plumstead

7801

Telephone number: (021)762 3050

Fax number: (021) 762 3240

E-mail address: [email protected]

EAP Qualifications: BSc (Hons) Environmental Management (UNISA)

MSc Environmental Management (UNISA)- ongoing

part-time

EAP registrations/Associations: SACNASP (registration no. 600001/15)

Marielle Penwarden is an Environmental consultant at Chand with five years’ experience. She has a BSc

Honours in Environmental Management (UNISA) and has experience in ISO9001 Quality Management

Systems as well as NEC3 Engineering Contract management. Marielle is also currently doing her Master

of Science in Environmental Management part-time.

She has worked on and managed a number of environmental authorisation processes such as Basic

Assessments, Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessments, Section 24G applications, setback line

applications, etc. inclusive of the supporting public participation, licensing and compilation of

Environmental Management Programmes (EMPr) required. These authorisation processes have been

conducted for small, medium and large-scale infrastructure projects such as a nuclear power station,

wind farms, pipelines, roads, residential developments, etc. and have varied in complexity and

controversy. She also has experience on Environmental Impact Assessments in Botswana as well as in

the compilation of Site Environmental Management Plans and Waste Management Plans. Furthermore,

Marielle has conducted numerous audits for the construction phase of small and medium-scale

infrastructure projects. Prior to joining Chand, she worked as a Scientist for a large engineering

organisation under the Mega Projects unit, which dealt with large projects of national importance.

1.2 SCOPE

Establishment of the facility (i.e. the Mitchells Plain IRT Bus Depot and associated infrastructure) will entail

clearing of the site and construction activities. The facility will then operate on the site in question. This

EMPr therefore covers four distinct phases, namely:

- Planning and Design Phase;

- Construction phase (all construction activities to prepare the site for operational activities);

- Operational phase of the facility; and

- Decommissioning phase.

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The EMPr consists of the following components:

Section 1: Introduction Provides background information regarding the site,

the proposed development and the EMPr.

Section 2: Environmental Management

Specifications for the Planning

Phase

Provides all planning phase environmental

management requirements applicable to the

Applicant, and their subcontractors.


Specifications for the Construction

Phase

Provides all construction phase environmental


principal construction contractors, and their

subcontractors.


Specifications for Operational

Phase

Provides all operational phase environmental


project.


Specifications for the

Decommissioning Phase

Provides all construction/decommissioning phase

environmental management requirements

applicable to the principal decommissioning

contractors, and their subcontractors.

1.3 BACKGROUND, SITE LOCATION AND ACCESS

The Applicant, the City of Cape Town; Transport for Cape Town (CCT: TCT), is proposing the

development of an IRT Bus Depot for Mitchells Plain, along Spine Road in Khayelitsha.

Farm number Erven 54372 and Re/18370

Location The site is located along Spine Road, nearby the corner of Spine Road and

Mew Way (see Figure 1 below).

Cadastral size 4158133m2

Existing land use The site is currently vacant.


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Figure 1 Locality Plan (source: Google Earth)

The site itself is currently undeveloped and is located approximately 512m west of the intersection of

Spine Road and Mew Way, Khayelitsha. The existing development is primarily open veld and bound by

the Spine Road to the north, Mew Way further to the east, False Bay College to the south and the

Swartklip Waste Transfer Station to the south-west. Across spine Road to the north lies a CBA and the

land is undeveloped. The site is abutted to the east by an open area which is on a slightly higher

ground level and has a more undulating topography, but with similar vegetation. This land has been

proposed for the development of the Khayelitsha IRT bus depot (i.e. Site 1). The land immediately west

of the site forms part of the Swartklip Waste Transfer Station’s property. The particular land use ascribed

to the site are currently transport and utility, however an application for rezoning of Remainder Erf 18370,

Khayeltisha to Subdivisional Area to permit a rezoning to Transport Zoning 1 and Transport Zoning 2 will

be completed in order to accommodate the development of the bus depot.

Vehicular access to the proposed Mitchells Plain Depot (Site 2) would be provided via Spine Road,

approximately midway between the Swartklip Road / Spine Road and Spine Road / Mew Way

intersections.

An emergency road for the Mitchells Plain depot though the Swartklip Waste Transfer station is proposed

on site. The location the emergency road is proposed over a strip of land that has been cleared and is

already being used as an informal access road in order to limit the land clearing required. The proposed

emergency road will be approximately 280 m long with a 9 metres kerb to kerb width.

The expansions proposed for Spine Road at Mitchells Plain Depot include road widening and re-

alignment of the sidewalk for a length of approximately 160 m.

The site is located to the south of Spine Road and near the corner of Mew Way in Khayelitsha, adjacent

to False Bay College. The Swartklip Rehabilitated Landfill lies approximately 503m to the south-western

corner of the site. In addition, the site falls in close proximity to various Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs)


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and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) to the north and west which are, overall, earmarked as

conservation in terms of the City of Cape Town BioNet and the SDF (refer to Figure 2).

Figure 2 Key land use designations in terms of the SDF

There is also a residential area approximately 445m to the north-east and 370m to the south-east of the

site, as well as a portion of land which is demarcated as Public Open Space located approximately

469m to the east. Approximately 397m north-east of the site is an area zoned and earmarked for

General Business use and adjacent to the eastern border of the site lies land which is considered an

OESA, but which is earmarked for future housing development. Refer to Figure 3 for an aerial image

depicting the surrounding land uses. Note that this image includes the proposed Khayelitsha Depot (i.e.

Site 1).

Figure 3 Surrounding land uses within approximately 500m of Site 1 and Site 2 (the Mitchells Plain depot)


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Of additional importance is that the site is adjacent to the Swartklip Waste Transfer Station which is

managed under a permit (16/2/7/G203/D29/Z13/P437) from the Department of Water Affairs and

Forestry (DWAF). Of relevance to the proposed development is condition 3.6, which states the

following:

“The Permit Holder shall take all reasonable steps, such as suitable zoning and/or written agreements

with adjacent landowners, to prevent the development of further residential and/or light industrial areas

closer to the Site than any existing residential areas during the operative life of the Site. Heavy industrial

or industries which may create nuisance conditions may be permitted within the buffer zone, of at least

800m, in terms of the appropriate legislation.”

The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning: Waste Management is responsible

for the management of the permit mentioned above and they have indicated that the development

of a bus depot is suitable within the buffer zone, however no rooms are to be provided for sleeping over

on the site (i.e. it cannot have any form of residential feel). Formal comment from the Department has

been requested as part of the Basic Assessment process in order to provide closure on the matter.

While the detailed design of the bus depot has not been completed, the depot would require a site

area of up to 7.5ha and would have the following basic components:

Refuelling area (diesel capacity of approximately 83,000l with two additional tanks for future

requirements) which will include a refuelling office and an add blue store area (to hold a 5,000l

tank);

Staging area for buses to turn, drive and temporarily park (note that this would be the largest

component of the depot)

Wash bay, including support buildings (note that water used in the wash bay will be recycled);

Visitors and staff parking area;

Workshops for maintenance work on the vehicles;

Possible spray booth;

Perimeter fence;

Small sport/recreational field for staff;

Admin and mess buildings for drivers and staff; and

Security building at the main entrance.

Stormwater will be managed on site through the following management techniques:

Pipe, permeable paving and drainage network: the site would be graded, sloped and drained

with a pipe with to the north eastern corner. Permeable surfacing would cover approximately

50% of the site, which would provide storage capacity of 4877 m3 with a rock storage depth of 300

mm in a 1 in 5 year storm event.

Attenuation storage: The attenuation facilities shall provide for a storage volume of up to and

including the 1 in 50 year return period peak flow as well as water quality amelioration for the

majority of the proposed development. It has been recommended that on-site attenuation be

favoured, but at present it is proposed that the attenuation facility would be located south west

of the proposed depot, within the Swartklip Waste Transfer Station property.

Water Quality Management: It has been estimate that there would be an increased load of total

suspended solids (TSS) and total phosphorous (TP) and, therefore, the pollutant removal efficiency


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targets for the proposed development are 80% and 79% for TSS and TP respectively to match the

pre-development levels.

Runoff Quality Improvement: it is proposed that stormwater quality amelioration be achieved on

both sites through the implementation of bio-retention ponds. The details of the proposed pond

are included in Table 2.

Table 2 Bio-retention pond summary

Site/ Depot Bio-retention Dimensions

Volume

(m3)

Coverage

(m2)

Max Filter Depth

(m)

Max Ponding

Depth (m)

Site 2-

Mitchells Plain

1543 4763 1.220 0.0150

Rainwater and Stormwater Harvesting: It is the intention of the applicant to implement rainwater

and stormwater harvesting through the connection of the bio-retention pond and drainage

system to an underground tank for reuse as irrigation water, and greywater (e.g. washing of

buses). The anticipated volume of the tanks would be 83,000m3.

Landscaping: Given the nature of the proposed development, much of the site is required to be a

hard surface. However, soft landscaping will be incorporated where possible to support

stormwater management. Refer to the discussion on landscaping below for more information.

A Stormwater study has been completed, which will serve to inform a Stormwater Management Plan.

The implementation of soft landscaping for the site has been considered as far as possible and would

be focused on the following key zones of the site:

the embankment on the Waste transfer station side of the site would need to be reshaped and

stabilised;

the road network that would need to be upgraded to allow for the Depots to function optimally;

and

a new embankment would be created along the western edge of the site (between the two

proposed depot sites) to allow for two functional platforms.

The abovementioned areas would be used to create a network of green fingers which would connect

the critical biodiversity area to the north through to the coastal dunes. These fingers would also

connect to the lookout and the green links located on the waste transfer site and newly rehabilitated

landfill. It is the aim of the team to provide some biodiversity corridors and connections through these

linkages. Examples of how they would be valuable include the following:

The natural biodiversity connection to the coast could be strengthened using the link from the

Denel site to the north (which also comprises a critical biodiversity area).

The northern edge of Spine road, for the entire length of both depots, could also be rehabilitated

with the appropriate species to extend the CBA along the road and provide and a responsive

edge to the sensitive area.

The southern side of Spine road, adjacent to the Depot, could be planted and treated in such a

way as to enhance the NMT functions and create activity on this edge (which would further serve

to protect the ‘natural’ northern edge from activity).


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The northern and southern edge conditions and links could be taken through to the Spine

Road/Mew Way intersection and down Mew road for a portion adjacent to the Lookout.

It is the intention of the team to propagate species found in the critical biodiversity area to the

north for planting in these linkages.

The broader landscape would blend in with the existing surrounding areas and only indigenous plants

would be used. Specifically with regard to the berms, only plants/species that already occur on site

would be used.

Total potable water demand for both depots would be 29.9kl/day.

The City has confirmed sufficient capacity to provide this through their 245mm diameter water

connection to the north of the sites in Spine Road. The confirmation also pertains to the City’s bulk

water supply system.

The total estimated sewer demand for both sites would be 26.9kl/day.

The City has confirmed capacity for the proposed developments through a 200m gravity main situated

across the sites in Singolamthi Street. The City has also confirmed that upgrades to the downstream

sewer network as well as the Zandvliet Wastewater Treatment Works are scheduled for 2020 and 2021

respectively.

Refer to Figure 4 for a site layout plan (note that the final approved site plan should be appended to

the EMPr prior to the commencement of the construction phase).

Figure 4 Site Plan (source: SVA, 2016)


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1.4 STATUTORY APPROVALS

The required approvals in terms of applicable legislation are tabled below. It must be ensured that all

required approvals are in place prior to the commencement of construction.

LEGISLATION ADMINISTERING AUTHORITY AUTHORISATION TYPE

National Environmental

Management Act, 2008

(Act No. 59 of 2008) (NEMA)

DEA&DP: Land Use

Management

Environmental

Authorisation

National Heritage

Resources Act (No. 25 of

1999) (NHRA)

Heritage Western Cape

(HWC)

Comment

City of Cape Town

Municipal Planning

Amendment By-law, 2016

(Section 42(a) and (d))

City of Cape Town

Municipality

Rezoning of Remainder

Erf 18370, Khayeltisha to

Subdivisional Area to

permit a rezoning to

Transport Zoning 1 and

Transport Zoning 2

National Water Act (No. 36

of 1998) (NWA)

National Department of

Water and Sanitation

Comment, although it is

the belief of the EAP

that a WUL is not

required.

1.5 AFFECTED ENVIRONMENT

1.5.1 Land use

The site is currently vacant, however evidence of grazing, illegal dumping, and burning is apparent. The

site is presently zone for transport and utility use.

1.5.2 Botany

The site lies within the Core Cape Subregion (CCR) of the Greater Cape Floristic Region and is also part

of the Fynbos biome, located within the West Strandveld bioregion (Helme, 2016).

The GCFR is one of only six Floristic Regions in the world, and it is also by far the smallest floristic region

(Helme, 2016). The Core Cape Subregion occupies only 0.1% of the world’s land surface, and supports

about 9400 plant species, almost half of all the plant species in southern Africa, and some 20% of the

plant species in sub-Saharan Africa (Helme, 2016). About 68% of all the species in the Cape region do

not occur elsewhere, and many have very small home ranges (Helme, 2016). Most of the lowland

habitats are under pressure from agriculture, urbanisation and alien plants, and thus many of the range

restricted species are also under severe threat of extinction, as habitat is reduced to extremely small

fragments (Helme, 2016).

The south-western Cape houses 67% (which totals over 1800 species) of the rare or threatened plant

species in the country, therefore the south-western Cape is a major national and global conservation

priority, and is quite unlike anywhere else in the country in terms of the number of threatened plant

species.

The site is part of the West Strandveld bioregion which has a fairly distinct flora, and a low to moderate

number of locally and regionally endemic plant species, as well as a low to moderate number of plant

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The site is within the City of Cape Town’s Biodiversity Network (BioNet) planning domain (Holmes et al

2012 in Helme, 2016). OESAs are usually old agricultural lands or otherwise disturbed areas, of fairly low

biodiversity value, although they do have some ecological connectivity value. They are not Critical

Biodiversity Areas, but do help support the functionality and viability of nearby CBAs, and in this case

are also part of a corridor connecting the Swartklip Core Conservation Area (to the north) the False Bay

Coastal Corridor (to the south).

As such, the site is included as an OESA as part of the City of Cape Town’s Biodiversity Network (2012).

The site has however been subject to previous disturbance with previous land clearing, illegal dumping

and burning activities. As such, a botanist was appointed to conduct a botanical study of the area in

order to inform the viability of pursuing development on a site that is mapped as an OESA. The botanist

found the following:

The entire site is deemed to be of Low to Medium botanical sensitivity;

Overall plant diversity ranges from 15 to about 35% of would be expected in an undisturbed

example of such a habitat;

No plant Species of Conservation Concern were recorded on site, and the likelihood that any

such species persist here in viable or significant numbers is deemed to be Low;

About 60% of the site appears to have been burnt in the last two years, with the remainder

being more than ten years old;

Indigenous plants cover about 25% of the site;

The lower diversity in the site is probably a result of heavy site disturbance prior to 2000;

No positive impacts (in terms of biodiversity) associated with the proposed development were

identified;

The following potentially negative ecological issues have been identified:

o Direct, permanent loss of Low to Medium Sensitivity vegetation and faunal habitat at the

development (construction) phase. Included in this is loss and degradation of areas

mapped as OESA for the BioNet; and

o Operational phase impacts are likely to include loss of current moderate levels of

ecological connectivity and the ongoing impact of this on adjacent and nearby

patches of remnant natural habitat.

1.5.3 Surface Water

There are no surface water bodies the site, however three wetlands were identified on the Swartklip

Waste Transfer Station adjacent to the site (refer to Figure 5). The findings of the freshwater ecologist

(Day, 2016) are summarised below.


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Figure 5 Wetlands in close proximity to the site (source: Day, 2016)

The wetlands in Figure 5 all occur on low-lying ground, and are assumed to be linked to a high seasonal

water-table, rather than perched (Day, 2016).

Wetland W1 included the greatest diversity of habitat and appeared both the wettest and the least

disturbed of the wetland habitats identified. The wettest portion of the wetland was dominated by

dense stands of Typha capensis, along with Zantedeschia aethiopica (arums). Slightly drier seasonally

inundated to saturated parts of the wetland were indicated by patches of Juncus kraussii although

these parts of the wetland were generally dominated by Cynodon grasses and dense stands of

Carpobrotus edulis. The outer margins of the wetland were dominated by stands of Senecio helimifolius

and (mainly) alien kikuyu grass (Pennisetum clandestinum) which formed dense turfs of largely dead

plant material at the time of the site visit, suggesting winter die-back. The eastern edge of the wetland

gave way to an infilled access road, immediately west of the boundary fence. Beyond the fence, the

dune slopes steeply up into the site.

The northern edge of the wetland is defined by an access road, which in fact probably split W1 from

W2, with the latter being a much more disturbed and seemingly drier comprising mostly weedy grasses

and little Typha capensis. W3 comprised an extensive area of low-lying mainly grassed wetland flats,

which appeared to have been recently cleared of alien plants (Acacia longifolia). This flat area may

have been excavated / sand mined in the past.

Although no faunal survey was included in this assessment, the wetlands supported Clicking Stream

Frogs (Strongylopus grayii) at the time of the site visit and may support other indigenous frog species as

well, in addition to aquatic and wetland-associated insects, small mammals and birds.

Wetlands in the study area fall within Cape Flats Dune Strandveld vegetation type of Mucina and

Rutherford (2012), and considered by Holmes et al (2013) as a Critically Endangered vegetation type

(Day, 2016).

The wetlands themselves have been classified as Dune Strandveld Isolated Depressions (Day, 2016).

Wetland condition was assessed as Present Ecological State (PES) Category D (Largely Modified from

natural) for the disturbed wetlands W3 and W2 and as Category C (lower) for the Moderately Modified

W1.


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The conservation importance of the wetlands was assessed as Moderate. In terms of the City of Cape

Town’s wetland prioritisation layer, the wetlands are also considered as OESAs, defined as “Lower

ranking artificial wetlands (ranks 2, 3 and 4) as well as the lowest ranking natural or semi-natural

wetlands (rank 4)” (Snaddon and Day 2009 in Day, 2016).

Wetlands W1, W2 and W3 together were identified as of Moderate Ecological Importance and

Sensitivity (EIS), being representative of wetlands that contain small areas of habitat and species

richness and are moderately sensitive to changes in hydrology, patterns of inundation, discharge rates

and/or human disturbance (Day, 2016).

The wetlands are threatened by the proximity of the waste management site and the potential for

contaminated stormwater from the waste site entering wetland 1. There is also evidence of illegal

dumping on the site and the ongoing management of invasive woody alien vegetation would be

required to prevent further infestation (Day,2016).

The adjacent wetlands were assessed as it was initially intended to discharge stormwater into W1.

However, following the impact assessment, it was decided that it would be preferable to discharge the

stormwater into an alternative attenuation facility, thereby resulting in zero impacts to the wetland.

The nearest coastline lies approximately 2.7km to the south.

1.5.4 Climate

As is the case with the south-western Cape, Khayelitsha has a Mediterranean climate characterized by

winter rainfall.

World Weather Online provides a summary of the climatic conditions. Average high temperatures are

highest from December to March at approximately 28° and lowest from June to August at

approximately 19°. Average low temperatures follow the same pattern and their values are 15° and 8°

respectively. Rainfall is highest during the winter months from June to August with average figures at

80.63mm. The rainy season picks up from April and continued through to August, while there is little rain

from September to March. Average rainfall from September to March is approximately 23.01mm.

The prevailing wind patterns in the Khayelitsha area reflect those of the Cape Peninsula, namely south-

easterly winds during the summer months and north-westerly winds during the winter months. The mean

wind speeds range over the sites from 8.14 to 8.27m/s.

1.5.5 Geology and soils

Most of the area is underlain by sand dunes of the Witzand Formation and the site currently comprises

greyish sandy soils which are imperfectly drained. The Witzand Formation is aeolian sand containing

shell fragments.

It was not anticipated that groundwater would be found within 2m of the surface.

These founding conditions do not suggest any constraints to development.

1.5.6 Topography/Location in the Landscape

A prominent elevated longitudinal sand dune is present over the eastern edge of the site. The

longitudinal sand dune is orientated in a NW-SE direction, which is parallel to the dominant prevailing

wind direction. The ground falls away steeply to provide a relatively flat site with the site for the

Khayelitsha depot is proposed to be developed lies on a higher level to the east.


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The site is currently surrounded by vacant land, other than the Swartklip Waste Transfer Station to the

west. However future development plans would set the site adjacent to a bus depot and a

conservation area (to the north, across Spine Road) as well.

1.5.7 Socio-economic

In terms of the 2011 Census by Statistics South Africa on Mitchells Plain, Mitchells Plain includes the

following sub-places: Bay View, Beacon Valley, Colorado, Eastridge, Lentegeur, Mandalay, Mitchells

Plain Town Centre, Portland, Rocklands, San Remo, Strandfontein, Strandfontein Village, Tafelsig,

Wavecrest, Weltevreden Valley, Westgate, Westridge (Mitchells Plain), Wolfgat Nature Reserve,

Woodlands (Mitchells Plain).

According to the 2011 figures, Mitchells Plain houses a population of approximately 310,485 residents

with around 67,995 households. This averages to a household size of 4.57 people.

The demographic profile is predominantly Coloured (91%) with more female (51.4%) than male (48.6%)

inhabitants. The vast majority of Mitchells Plain is of a working age, with only 4.1% of the population

being over 65 years old.

The following provides key features of Mitchells Plain:

• The population is predominantly Coloured (91%);

• 35% of those aged 20 years and older have completed Grade 12 or higher;

• 76% of the labour force (aged 15 to 64) is employed;

• 38% of households have a monthly income of R3 200 or less;

• 95% of households live in formal dwellings;

• 99% of households have access to piped water in their dwelling or inside their yard;

• 96% of households have access to a flush toilet connected to the public sewer system;

• 99.5% of households have their refuse removed at least once a week; and

• 99% of households use electricity for lighting in their dwelling.

Mitchells Plain has 10.4% of its residents earning no income with most of the remaining population

income spread up to a maximum monthly household income of R25,600.00. Very few households in the

area earn more than R25,600.00 per month. Most of the population has completed secondary

schooling or lower, with only 34.5% having completed Grade 12 or higher. Unemployment is at 24.13%

for the area.

The living conditions are generally acceptable with most people owning/paying off properties which

largely have access to the necessary services. The use of electricity for lighting, heating and cooking

remains dominant.

1.5.8 Cultural and heritage

No heritage resources were noted on the property and Heritage Western Cape confirmed that no

further assessment would be required.

1.5.9 Overall sensitivity statement

The only environmental sensitivity pertaining to the site is that of the biodiversity, where indigenous

vegetation has been found to be of low to moderate significance. Much of the site has been heavily

disturbed, while the remaining 15% supports low to moderate indigenous plant diversity. The site is

threatened by illegal dumping, grazing, and alien infestation.


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1.6 IMPACT STATEMENT (SUMMARY TABLE AS IDENTIFIED DURING THE BASIC ASSESSMENT PROCESS)

PLANNING, DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PHASE IMPACTS:

ALTERNATIVES Proposed Development (Both Sites) No-go/ No Development Alternative

Impact: Significance

before mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Significance before

mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Geographical and physical: Altering the sub-surface drainage High (-) Neutral None Not Applicable

Botanical: Loss of Endangered vegetation type (Cape Flats Dune Strandveld) of low

to medium sensitivity- Approximately 25% of the site contains indigenous vegetation

which equates to a loss of approximately 1.79ha.

Medium (-) Low (-) Neutral Neutral

Botanical: Loss of Endangered vegetation type (Cape Flats Dune Strandveld) of low

to medium sensitivity- Approximately 15% of the site contains indigenous vegetation

which equates to a loss of approximately 1.07ha.

Medium (-) Low (-) Neutral Neutral

Socio-economic: Creation of employment opportunities as a result of development

and construction on the sites. Additional indirect economic impacts (stimulus) will also

be experienced.

High (+) High (+) Neutral and

foregone positive

impacts of

alternative

Not applicable

Social- safety and security: Generation of continuous activities and presence on the

sites which would reduce the likelihood of illegal occupation of the sites as well as the

use of the sites for illegal activities and suspicious behaviour.

Medium (+) Medium (+) Medium (-) and

foregone positive

impacts of

alternative

Not applicable

Visual: Visual impacts associated with construction activities (machinery, vehicle

movement, site camp, signage, lighting and temporary services, wind-blown litter,

erosion and exposed surfaces)

Low (-) Low (-) Zero Not applicable


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ALTERNATIVES Proposed Development (Both Sites) No-go/ No Development

Alternative

Other Impact-specific Alternatives (specified

where relevant)


before

mitigation:

Significance

after mitigation:

Significance

before mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Cultural- Historical: Damage to

cultural or heritage artefacts or

landscapes as a result of

construction activities.

No impact

Nuisance impacts on

surrounding land users- dust

and noise: The land clearing

and other construction

activities will result in the

generation of dust and noise

which may be a nuisance to

surrounding land users whilst

construction is ongoing.

Low (-) Low (-) Zero Not

applicable

Use of Natural Resources:

Construction of the

development and the

associated use of natural

resources, such as water,

resources for the generation of

energy, construction materials

etc.

Medium (-) Low (-) Zero Not

applicable


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Traffic Aspects PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: Option A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: Option B PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT:

Option C (Preferred)

NO-GO/NO

DEVELOPMENT

ALTERNATIVE

Impact on traffic flow and

volumes in the area (e.g.

queue times) at the following

intersections:

Swartklip Road/Spine Road

Spine Road/Mew Way

Mew Way/Siqolamthi Street

As well as impacts on the safety

of recommendations for the

users of the road.

Low (+) Low (+) Low (+) Low (+) Medium (+) Medium (+) Medium (-) Not

Applicable

Impact Proposed Development (Both Sites) No-go/ No Development

Alternative

Other Impact-specific

Alternatives (specified

where relevant)

Traffic: Disturbance to local

traffic conditions as a result of

construction vehicles accessing

the sites during the construction

activities.


Freshwater: Disturbance to

wetlands as a result of

construction activities on Site 1

Zero Not Applicable Zero Not Applicable


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Freshwater Stormwater Discharge into Wetland 1 Stormwater Discharge into

attenuation facility to the south-east

of the site (preferred alternative)

Stormwater Attenuation

on site

No-go/ No

Development

Alternative

Disturbance to wetlands as a

result of construction activities

on Site 2

Low (-) Very Low (-) Low to Negligible

(-)

Low to Negligible

(-)

Zero Not

applicable

Zero Not

Applicable


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OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS:



before mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Significance before

mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Botanical: Total loss of current levels of ecological connectivity across each

study area Medium (-) Medium (-) Low (-) Low (-)

Use of Natural Resources: Operation of the proposed bus depots would result in

the use of natural resources, such as water, resources for the generation of

energy, etc.

Medium (-) Low (-) Zero Not applicable

Reduction in Emission of Greenhouse Gases: Operation of the proposed bus

depots would result in an increasing number of people making use of public

transport over private transport. This would reduce the per capita emission of

greenhouse gases in the community.

High (+) Not applicable Zero and positive

impacts would be

foregone.

Not applicable

Socio-economic- Employment opportunities: Creation of employment

opportunities as a result of the operation of development. Additional indirect

economic impacts (stimulus) will also be experienced.


impacts would be

foregone.

Not applicable

Socio-economic- Improved Accessibility: Provision of improved accessibility for

previously disadvantaged communities with respect to employment, economic

centres and places of education and recreation.


impacts would be

foregone.

Not applicable

Public Safety and Security: Improvements to safety and security for all those

accessing the area via vehicles or on foot. High (+) Not applicable Zero and positive

impacts would be

foregone.

Not applicable


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OPERATIONAL PHASE IMPACTS:


Impact: Significance before

mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Significance before

mitigation:

Significance

after mitigation:

Risk: Risk of pool fires on site (at refuelling

area) Low (-) Low (-) Zero Not applicable

Traffic: Improvements to NMT facilities and

access in the area Medium (+) Not applicable Low (-) Not applicable

Traffic: Improvements to the road network

and access to the area As per the planning phase.

ALTERNATIVES PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT:

SITE 2- STORMWATER

DISCHARGE INTO WETLAND 1

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT:

SITE 2 STORMWATER

DISCHARGE TO

ATTENUATION FACILITY TO

THE SOUTH-EAST OF THE SITE

(PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE)

CURRENT PROPOSAL TO

ATTENUATE STORMWATER

ON-SITE

NO-GO/NO DEVELOPMENT

ALTERNATIVE


before

mitigation:

Significance

after mitigation:

Significance

before

mitigation:

Significance

after

mitigation:

Significance

before

mitigation:

Significance

after

mitigation:

Significance

before

mitigation:

Significance

after

mitigation:

Freshwater: Creation of new wetland

habitat as a result of passage of

stormwater into a terrestrial depression:

Area to the south south-east of the

Swartklip Waste Transfer station

This impact would not be associated

with this alternative and no water

would be discharged into


of the site. Any potential positive

impacts would be foregone.

Negligible/

Neutral

Very Low (+) This impact would not be

associated with this alternative and

no water would be discharged into

attenuation facility to the south-

east of the site. Any potential

positive impacts would be

foregone.

This impact would not be




east of the site. Any potential

positive impacts would be

foregone.

Freshwater: Expansion of wetland habitat:

Area to the north of the Swartklip Waste

Transfer station

This impact would not be associated

with this alternative and no water

would be discharged into


of the site.

Negligible/

Neutral

Very Low (+) This impact would not be




east of the site.

This impact would not be




east of the site.


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DECOMMISSIONING PHASE IMPACTS:



mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Significance before

mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Ground Contamination: Contamination of soil and possibly

groundwater as a result of the decommissioning of the fuel tanks. Low (-) Low (-) No impact would result

as there would not be

any facility to

decommission.

Not Applicable

Socio-economic: Creation of employment opportunities as a result

of development and construction on the sites. Additional indirect


High (+) High (+) Neutral and foregone

positive impacts of

alternative

Not applicable

Social- safety and security: Generation of continuous activities and

presence on the sites which would reduce the likelihood of illegal

occupation of the sites as well as the use of the sites for illegal

activities and suspicious behaviour.

Medium (+) Medium (+) Medium (-) and

foregone positive

impacts of alternative

Not applicable

Visual: Visual impacts associated with construction activities

(machinery, vehicle movement, site camp, signage, lighting and

temporary services, wind-blown litter, erosion and exposed surfaces)



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DECOMMISSIONING PHASE IMPACTS:



mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Significance before

mitigation:

Significance after

mitigation:

Cultural- Historical: Damage to cultural or heritage artefacts or landscapes

as a result of construction activities. No impact

Nuisance impacts on surrounding land users- dust and noise: The land

clearing and other construction activities will result in the generation of dust

and noise which may be a nuisance to surrounding land users whilst

construction is ongoing.


Use of Natural Resources: Construction of the development and the

associated use of natural resources, such as water, resources for the

generation of energy, construction materials etc.

Medium (-) Low (-) Zero Not applicable

Traffic: Disturbance to local traffic conditions as a result of construction

vehicles accessing the sites during the construction activities. Low (-) Low (-) Zero Not applicable


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In addition to the impacts identified in the decommissioning phase above, the following operational impacts would be foregone/no longer applicable and therefore

neutralised:

Botanical aspects: Total loss of current levels of ecological connectivity across each study area (note that this is assuming the site is not re-developed,

however this is uncertain).

Use of natural resources: Operation of the proposed bus depots would result in the use of natural resources, such as water, resources for the generation of

energy, etc.

Reduction in emission of greenhouse gases: Operation of the proposed bus depots would result in an increasing number of people making use of public

transport over private transport. This would reduce the per capita emission of greenhouse gases in the community.

Socio-economic aspects- employment opportunities: Creation of employment opportunities as a result of the operation of development. Additional indirect


Socio-economic aspects- improved accessibility: Provision of improved accessibility for previously disadvantaged communities with respect to employment,

economic centres and places of education and recreation.

Public safety and security: Improvements to safety and security for all those accessing the area via vehicles or on foot.

Risk: Risk of pool fires on site (at refuelling area).


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2. ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR DESIGN AND PLANNING PHASE

2.1 SCOPE

The Environmental Specifications contained in this EMPr cover the requirements for controlling the

impact of design and planning activities on the environment. Although some of the impacts identified

would be felt during the operational phase, amendments to planning and design aspects of the project

would serve to reduce or eliminate those impacts.

2.2 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The key role-players during the planning and design phase of the project constitute the applicant and

the project team. The project team is made up of the following disciplines:

Environmental;

Town Planning;

Architecture;

Civil Engineering Services;

Traffic Engineering Services; and

Landscaping.

2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS

The environmental management requirements take account of the findings of the Environmental

Impact Assessment (EIA), namely the Basic Assessment (BA), together with the typical measures needed

to prevent or at least minimise potential adverse environmental effects associated with the operational

phase of the development, which could be addressed as early as the planning and design phase.


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ISSUE MANAGEMENT / MITIGATION MEASURES

VISUAL/SENSE OF PLACE

Management Statement and objective: To ensure that adverse visual impacts are avoided as far as possible, and where these cannot

be altogether avoided, that it is reduced to acceptable limits. In addition, to ensure that the appropriate sense of place is created.

Impact Management Outcomes: No unacceptable visual impacts occur and appropriate sense of place is to be established and the

plans are approved by an independent architect and the local authorities.

Landscaping The final Site Development Plan and Landscape Plan are to be submitted to the Spatial Planning and

Urban Design branch of the City of Cape Town for approval prior to commencement of construction

activities.

The Landscape Plan should be cognisant of the following recommendation from the independent

botanist:

o If any portion of the development site is not developed (even the margins) it must be

rehabilitated (planted) with a selection of suitable locally indigenous Cape Flats Dune

Strandveld plant species within one year of project initiation.

The final approved Site Development Plan and Landscape Plan are to be provided to the Department

of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning for their records.


PROTECTION OF BIODIVERSITY RESOURCES

Note that, although the impact was identified as a construction phase impact, the resolution thereof should occur during the planning

phase.

Management Statement and objective: To compensate adequately for the anticipated loss of indigenous vegetation.

Impact Management Outcomes: A suitable biodiversity offset to be agreed upon and implemented.

Loss of indigenous vegetation Liaise with the City of Cape Town Environmental Resource Management (CCT: ERM) Department in order

to finalise the terms and magnitude of a suitable biodiversity offset contribution to mitigate the loss of

approximately 14ha of Low to Medium sensitivity Cape Flats Dune Strandveld, being an Endangered

vegetation type.


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Discussions were held with the TDA: Environmental Management branch and it was agreed that funds

amounting to the cost of an area equivalent to that containing significant indigenous vegetation would

be transferred to the Environmental Management branch. The total area estimated to contain significant

indigenous vegetation was 2.86ha and the agreed upon sum to be transferred is R641,145.41 (exclusive of

VAT). Refer to Appendix 1 for the MOU between TDA: Transport Planning and TDA: Environmental

Management. The agreement contained in this MOU is to be implemented accordingly.


TRAFFIC

Management Statement and objective: To ensure that traffic to and from the facility is adequately managed and that pedestrians and

other forms of non-motorised transport can safely use the access roads.

Impact Management Outcomes: No injuries to NMT-users of the roads as a result of poor design.

Site Access and Parking Vehicular access to the proposed Mitchells Plain Depot (Site 2) would be provided via Spine

Road, approximately 700m from the Swartklip Road / Spine Road and Spine Road / Mew Way

intersections. The intersection would be constructed as a 3-legged signalised T-intersection, with a

short right-turn lane which would be 40m long on the western approach (refer to Figure 6). An

18m wide road reserve would also be required for this intersection.

Figure 6 Proposed intersection to provide access to Site 2 (source: GIBB, 2016)


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Upgrades to the following intersections would also be required:

o Upgrade the Spine Road/ Swartklip Road intersection to a signalised intersection. The

recommended upgrade would comprise of short right-turn lanes on all four approaches

to the intersection. The lanes would be a minimum of 30m long for the northern, southern

and western approaches and a minimum on 80m long for the eastern approach (refer to

Figure 7).

Figure 7 Proposed upgrade to the Spine Road/Swartklip Road intersection

(source: GIBB, 2016)

o Upgrade the Spine Road/Mew Way intersection to a single-lane roundabout (refer to

Figure 8). Note that the inscribed diameter of the roundabout will be determined during

the detailed design phase.


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Figure 8 Proposed upgrade to the Spine Road/Mew Way intersection (source:

GIBB, 2016)

o Upgrade the Mew Way/Sinqolamthi Street intersection to a single-lane roundabout (refer

to Figure 9). Note that the inscribed diameter of the roundabout will be determined

during the detailed design phase.


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Figure 9 Proposed upgrade to Mew Way/Sinqolamthi Street intersection (source:

GIBB, 2016)

Improvement to Non-Motorised and

Public-Transport

Dedicated public transport embayments are to be provided within the existing Spine Road shoulders

(on either side of the road) at locations downstream/ downstream of the proposed signalised Spine

Road/Mitchells Plain depot intersection.

With respect to road reserves, the following has been recommended:

o A 31m wide road reserve is to be accommodated on Mew Way from north of Spine Road

up to Sinqolamthi Street

o A 19m wide road reserve is to be accommodated on Mew Way, south of Sinqolamthi

Street.

o A 32m wide road reserve is to be accommodated on Spine Road, between Swartklip

Road and Mew Way

Note that no clearing of land would take place as a result of the establishment of the road reserves,

but rather these would be formalised in the town planning application.


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RESOURCE SAVING

Management Statement and objective: To maximise the use of energy saving measures in the detail design of the development.

Impact Management Outcomes: Sound design which incorporates as many energy saving measures as is possible and practical.

Planning energy saving measures A number of strategies should be incorporated into the proposed development with a view to saving

energy on the site. Examples of possible measures are listed below:

Lighting

o Even toplighting to workshops to avoid use of artificial lights – Rooflights and Clerestory

windows should be used;

o Increased daylighting to wash areas to avoid use of artificial lights. Translucent wall and

roofing materials should be used; and

o Use of energy saving light fixtures must be considered.

Heating and Cooling

o Shading devices to protect fenestrations against direct sunlight and heat gain;

o Thermal insulation to building envelope; and

o Use of thermal building mass.

Energy Production

o PV panels to roofs; and

o Solar Hot Water / Heat Pumps

Planning water saving measures The following measures are to be included in the detailed design:

Water Reuse / Recycling

o 80-95% of grey water from wash facilities to be recycled and re-used; and

o Above recycle through biological processes in a controlled environment to achieve

predictable results for safe re-use.

Rainwater Catchment Systems

o Rainwater catchment from roofs; and

o Rainwater storage (rain barrels and cisterns) and re-use for on-site irrigation.

Pervious Surfaces

o Porous block paving system reducing flow of pollutants off site; and

o Porous Asphalt system reducing flow of pollutants off site.

o Water efficient fixtures & flow restrictors.

Planning waste reduction measures Recycling of grey water is to be included in the detailed design of the facility


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SURFACE WATER FLOW

Management Statement and objective: To limit the impact of changes in surface water flow on the site and surrounding area.

Impact Management Outcomes: Effective control of surface water with no pooling or flooding occurring on site or off-site as a result of

activities on site.

Stormwater Management Plan The stormwater management plan is to be approved by the City Stormwater Branch prior to

construction.

Water quality amelioration measures required in the stormwater management plan are to be

implemented.

The depression for the outlet of stormwater should be shaped so that its margins are sloped at

gradients of 0:7 or less steep to provide positive opportunities for the development of seasonally

inundated wetland habitat.

The measures below are only to be considered should the stormwater be required to be discharged into either W1 or W2 as described in Section 1.5.3

above. Note that this is not the preferred alternative and therefore very unlikely to be the case.

Stormwater Management Confirmation from the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) must be obtained in order to

determine whether a General Authorisation (GA) is required for the activities. Should this be

confirmed, the application for GA is to be submitted to DWS and approval received prior to the

commencement of construction activities.

The following measures are to be considered in the design of the proposed depot:

o The City’s Policy for Stormwater Management from New Developments must be applied

to the bus depot site, including requirements for on-site attenuation of runoff and

management of water quality, oils and greases;

o All vehicle and parking / loading / engineering areas prone to the accumulation of fuels,

oils, lubricants or other substances likely to include contaminants of concern must be

roofed and bunded, and managed so that their runoff is passed into the sewers and not

into the stormwater system;

o Runoff from roads and parking areas within the depots must be treated with appropriate

devices for the removal of heavy metals and hydrocarbons including oils and greases –

examples include enhanced swales used in combination with industrial type water

treatment devices (e.g. the Baysaver®), to achieve at least 80% removal rates;

o All stormwater passing out of the site must be pre-treated as described above, before

being passed into downstream aquatic ecosystems;

o Stormwater runoff must be subjected to long-term monitoring, to assess the efficacy of


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the stormwater quality controls – at least two storm events must be sampled each year

and their quality assessed;

o Stormwater systems leading out of the depot sites must be equipped with litter and

sediment trapping devices, located at the downstream ends of the properties, and

maintained such that they do not block or allow for the passage of trapped materials into

the downstream wetlands;

o Allowance must be made for removal of litter from the western wetlands on at least a

quarterly basis;

o Annual sampling of wetland water quality and sediment should take place, at the point

of discharge into the wetlands, and samples should be analysed for key heavy metals

(see list above) – in the event that concentrations or loading of any of these metals

approaches thresholds for chronic toxicity ( see DWAF 1996), then appropriate measures

must be taken to address pollution at source;

o Passage of stormwater into the western wetlands should avoid W1, and pass instead into

the degraded Wetland W2, retaining the existing road across W1 as a protection against

at least direct surface flows – excavation of degraded terrestrial areas north of and

around W2 may be considered to prevent the spread of flows into W1;

o Long-term removal of alien vegetation from any wetland areas utilised for stormwater

management, extending to at least a 30m radius should be included in the operational

management programme for the proposed sites;

o An Operational Phase Management Plan should be developed for the long-term

management of the wetlands.


SEWER AND BULKWATER SUPPLY

Management Statement and objective: To ensure appropriate connection to the City’s sewer and bulkwater supply networks

Impact Management Outcomes: Effective provision of sewer and bulkwater services to the site, appropriate connections and measures

must be installed and no damage or adverse effects are to be experienced by the City’s existing networks as a result of the proposed

depot connection


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Water Pollution Control Detailed plans for the proposed facility are to consider and include the following:

Any company producing industrial effluent (laundry, restaurant; butcher etc.) within the Retail area

should comply with the Wastewater and industrial effluent bylaw (2014) and the Bylaw relating to

Storm water management:

The developer should pay special attention to the following points with regards to the Wastewater

Bylaw:

o Application will need to be made for an Industrial Effluent Permit;

o A sampling chamber is required where the final industrial effluent can be sampled before

it mixes with domestic waste in the sewerage system;

o Industrial Effluent needs to pass through a suitable treatment facility before it is allowed to

be discharged to the sewer;

o No cross connections between storm water and wastewater.

Storm water bylaw:

o No water besides rain water will be permitted into the storm water system.

Conditions of the City of Cape Town Development contributions are payable as per the Development Contribution Policy

All costs, relating to alterations to the existing water and sewerage systems on or near the site and the

provision of new water and sewer connections to the site, will be for the account of the applicant.

Standard Technical Requirements The water and sewer capacities shall not be reserved if not taken up before the lesser of 5 years or the

approved development period.

The owner is responsible for application for the new water metered connection at the standard tariff to

the Reticulation District Head. If an existing water meter is not accessible, this will include for the

repositioning of the meter.

Water and Sanitation municipal service designs to be designed according to Departmental Service

Standards and be approved prior to construction.

The applicant must advise the City’s Water and Sanitation Department when all conditions have been

complied with, in order to have the work inspected.


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RISK

Management Statement and objective: To ensure minimal risk in terms of pool fires on site.

Impact Management Outcomes: Effective design of refuelling area to limit risk of pool fires on site.

Design Filling area to be concreted and sloped towards a drain leading to a separator.

Development on the land surrounding the Depots should be carried out with caution as not to pose

unnecessary risks on surrounding communities. Adjacent developments should be suitable for the risk

imposed.

The fuel storage facility be designed as per SANS 10089 part 3 (refer to Appendix 3 for an example of

certain specifications).

The City of Cape Town bylaws should be consulted in the design phase of the depot.

Risk assessment The risk assessment should be reviewed once the final design has been approved by all necessary

parties.


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3. ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION PHASE

3.1 INTRODUCTION

The Environmental Specifications contained in this section of the EMPr cover the requirements for

controlling the impact of construction activities on the environment.

This section of the document describes mitigation measures in detail, and is partly prescriptive,

identifying specific people or organisations to undertake specific tasks in order to ensure that impacts

on the environment are minimised during the construction phase of this project. This section of the EMPr

is applicable to all works comprising the construction of the Mitchells Plain bus depot and associated

infrastructure. It is an open-ended document implying that information gained during construction

activities and/or monitoring of procedures on site could lead to changes in the EMPr.

The appointed Environmental Control Officer (ECO) will monitor compliance with section 3 of the EMPr

and other Conditions of Approval contained in the Environmental Authorisation issued by the DEA&DP,

as they relate to environmental matters. This EMPr gives direction and guidance to all responsible

parties. The responsible parties are expected to co-operate closely to minimise or avoid unnecessary

environmental impacts.

Non-compliance penalties are described in this EMPr and are thus to be included into the official

contract documentation with contractors. The Contractor is obliged to inform the ECO immediately of

events that may cause serious environmental damage or breach the requirements of the EMPr. The

ECO in turn will immediately inform the Engineer and Applicant and, if necessary the environmental

branch of the Local Authority, of such events.

3.2 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The key role-players during the construction phase of the project, for the purposes of environmental

management on site, include but are not limited to: the Applicant (developer), the main contractors

(direct appointments including civil works contractor, building contractor, landscape contractor etc.)

the Environmental Control Officer, the Community Liaison Professional and representatives of the

relevant Authority/ies.

Details of the responsibilities of each of the key role-players have been provided in sections 3.2.1 to

3.2.4. Lines of communication and reporting between the various parties are illustrated in Figure 10.


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Figure 10 Typical communication structure for construction (and decommissioning)

3.2.1 The Applicant / Developer

The Developer (also the Applicant in this case) refers to whoever leases the development rights to the

land or any portion thereof for development from the applicant as well as any appointed facilitators by

whom permission to proceed with the proposed development is being requested, and who would thus

ultimately be responsible for compliance with all conditions of approval or any aspect thereof by any

authority.

With respect to the construction phase of the development, the Applicant / Developer must:

Ensure that all relevant approvals and permits have been obtained prior to the start of construction

activities on site;

Ensure that the EMPr has been approved by D:EA&DP prior to the start of construction activities on

site;

Ensure that additional conditions provided by D:EA&DP have been included in the EMPr;

Ensure that DEA&DP have been notified of the date on which construction activities will be starting

prior to commencement of the activity (as per the requirement of the Environmental Authorisation);

Ensure that construction activities start prior to the expiration date of the Environmental Authorisation

issued by the DEA&DP, failing which the approval of the development by the Department would

lapse;

Appoint a suitably qualified or experienced ECO prior to the start of construction activities on site, for

the duration of the construction contract.

With respect to the operational phase of the development, the Developer is to:

Ensure that the operational phase measures are included in contracts with any Vehicle Operating

Company.


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3.2.2 The Engineer

For the purposes of this document, “The Engineer” refers to the engineer for the development, or any

other person authorised by the Developer, to be responsible for the technical and contractual

implementation of the works to be undertaken.

The responsibilities of the Engineer are to:

Ensure that the requirements as set out in this EMPr and by the relevant Authorities are adhered to

and implemented;

Assist the ECO in ensuring that the conditions of the EMPr are being adhered to and promptly issue

instructions requested by the ECO, to the Contractor. All site instructions relating to environmental

matters issued by the Engineer are to be copied to the ECO;

Assist the ECO in making decisions and finding solutions to environmental problems that may arise

during the construction phase (and decommissioning phase);

Order the removal of person(s) and/or equipment not complying with the specifications (as required

by the ECO or otherwise);

Issue penalties for transgressions of Environmental Specifications;

Review and approve Method Statements issued by the Contractor; and

Provide input into the ECO’s on-going internal review of the EMPr.

3.2.3 The Contractor

For the purposes of this document “The Contractor” refers to any directly appointed company or

individual (by the Developer or Engineer) undertaking the implementation of the works. The Contractor

will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the EMPr.

The Contractor is to:

Compile the required Method Statements for submission to the Engineer and the ECO for approval;

Ensure implementation of all applicable Environmental Management Specifications, including all

additional requirements related to approved method statements, during all works on site, failing

which penalties, as outlined in the EMPr may be imposed by the ECO via the Engineer;

Ensure that all of its sub-contractors, employees, suppliers or agents etc. are fully aware of the

environmental requirements detailed in the Environmental Specifications of this EMPr (the main

contractor will be held liable for any penalties incurred by sub-contractors);

Liaise closely with the Engineer and the ECO and ensure that the works on site are conducted in an

environmentally sensitive manner;

Nominate a member of personnel as the Contractors’ Environmental Officer (also often referred to

as a Designated Environmental Officer or a Site Environmental Officer) who will be responsible for

enforcing the EMPr specifications on a daily basis. This individual shall liaise closely with the Engineer,

as well as the ECO, should environmental issues on site arise, e.g. dumping, pollution, littering and

damage to vegetation;

Carry out instructions issued by the Engineer, on request of the ECO, required to fulfil his/her

compliance with the EMPr;

Investigate and comply with all existing regulations and laws/by-laws unless the relevant authority

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Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and in particular the

requirements of the current Construction Regulations; and

Make provision for inspections of the site by any Authority and/or any party authorised by the

Applicant, Engineer or the ECO.

Upon failure by the Contractor or Contractor’s employee to show adequate consideration to the

environmental aspects of this contract, monetary penalties for breach of the EMPr (and thus the

contract) may be imposed by the ECO via the Applicant or to have the Contractor’s representative or

any employee(s) removed from the site or work suspended until the matter is remedied. No extension of

time will be considered in the case of such suspensions and all costs will be borne by the Contractor.

3.2.4 Environmental Control Officer (ECO)

A suitably qualified ECO shall be employed throughout the duration of the construction phase.

During the construction of the development, the ECO is to:

Ensure that proof of compliance with the conditions in Section 2 of this EMPr is furnished by the

Applicant included in the first audit report;

Ensure that the Contractor has a copy of the EMPr and all agreed Method Statements;

Assist the Applicant in identifying the need for or applying for special or required permits;

Undertake fortnightly site inspections (frequency may change as required) to audit compliance of

all parties with the requirements of the EMPr;

Advise/recommend on actions or issues impacting on the environment to the Engineer, who shall

issue any required site instructions to the Contractor;

Environmentally educate and raise the awareness of the Contractor and his staff as to the sensitivity

of the site and facilitate the appropriate attitude during works on site;

Review and approve construction Method Statements;

Assist the Contractor in finding environmentally responsible solutions to problems;

Recommend to the Engineer the issuing of a penalty for any environmental damage caused on site,

or non-compliance with the Environmental Specifications;

Recommend to the Engineer the removal of person(s) and/or equipment not complying with the

Specifications;

Engage the Community Liaison Professional on all matters relating to concerns / issues raised by the

surrounding residents;

Act as the contact person between the Developer, the City of Cape Town Municipality’s

Environmental Unit, DEA&DP, any other State Departments (as required) and the public with regard

to environmental matters;

Report to the City of Cape Town Municipality’s Environmental Unit and DEA&DP, where required

and in terms of the the Conditions of Approval in terms of the Environmental Authorisation, regarding

the implementation of the EMPr, compliance with the Conditions of Approval contained in the

Environmental Authorisation and implementation of the relevant mitigation measures contained in

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Keep a register of complaints and record and manage any community comments or issues, having

reported these first to the Engineer;

Undertake photographic monitoring of the construction site;

Keep records of all activities/ incidents on site concerning the environment in a site diary;

Complete temporary and permanent site closure checklists;

Take immediate action on site to stop works where significant and irreparable damage is being

inflicted on the environment, and inform the Engineer immediately of the occurrence and action

taken; and

Undertake a continual internal review of the EMPr and make recommendations to the Engineer and

Applicant. This includes monitoring of construction activities and compiling reports on performance

relative to this EMPr.

Note that the ECO appointed for the decommissioning phase should review the EMPr for relevance and

apply for any amendments if need be.

The ECO has the authority to recommend to the DEA&DP that works be stopped, if in his/her opinion

serious harm to, or impact on, the environment is imminent, is likely to occur or has occurred.

Furthermore, the ECO may also recommend that works be stopped if such actual or potential harm or

impact is in contravention of this EMPr and which is, or may be, caused by construction, or related

works.

Upon failure by the Contractor or Contractor’s employees to show adequate consideration to the

environmental aspects of this contract, the ECO may recommend to the Engineer and the project

management team to have the contractor’s representative or any employee(s) removed from the site

or work suspended until the matter is remedied. No extension of time will be considered in the case of

such suspensions and all costs will be borne by the Contractor.

3.3 MONITORING AND REPORTING

Unless otherwise deemed appropriate by the ECO, fortnightly site inspections must be undertaken to

monitor compliance with the EMPr.

3.3.1 Monthly Monitoring Reports

The ECO will compile a monitoring checklist to facilitate checking against the requirements of the EMPr.

Monthly monitoring reports will be compiled in which events, concerns and general compliance of the

Contractor with the EMPr will be recorded. This report will be submitted to the Engineer and if it is

deemed necessary (by the authorities or ECO), to the authorities (DEA&DP and City of Cape Town

Municipality).

During the construction phase of the development, the ECO must report to the City of Cape Town

Municipality’s Environmental Unit and DEA&DP, where required, regarding the implementation of the

EMPr, compliance with the Conditions of Approval which would be contained in the Environmental

Authorisation and implementation of the relevant mitigation measures contained in the EMPr.

Note that the first audit report is to contain evidence of compliance with the conditions set out in

Section 2 of this EMPr.


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3.3.2 Temporary Site Closure Report

If the site is closed for a period exceeding one week, a checklist procedure shall be carried out by the

Contractor in consultation with the ECO.

The Contractor’s Safety Officer(s) (in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act) are to check the

site and report to the Engineer regarding the following:

Fuels / flammables / hazardous materials stores:

Ensure fuel stores as low in volume as possible;

No leaks;

Outlet secure / locked;

Bund empty;

Fire extinguisher serviced and accessible;

Secure area from accidental damage e.g. vehicle collision;

Emergency and Management telephone numbers to be available and displayed; and

Adequate ventilation.

Other:

All trenches and manholes secured;

Fencing and barriers in place per the Occupational Health and Safety Act (No. 85 of 1993);

Notice boards applicable and secured;

Security persons briefed and have facility for contact;

Night hazards checked e.g. reflectors, lighting, traffic signage;

Fire hazards identified – local authority notified of any potential threats e.g. large brush stockpiles,

fuels etc.;

Stockpiles / scaffolds are secure; and

Inspection schedule and log by security or contracts staff.

The ECO is to check and report to the Engineer:

Wind and dust mitigation in place e.g. straw, brush packs, irrigation;

Slopes and stockpiles at stable angle;

Any landscaped areas’ watering schedules & supply secured;

Fuels/hazardous substances stores secure;

Cement and materials stores secured;

Toilets empty and secured;

Refuse bins empty and secured (lids);

Any oil or hydrocarbon spills are treated e.g. Spill Sorb or Enretech #1 powder;

Drip trays empty & secure (where possible); and

Structures vulnerable to high winds secure.

The Contractor is to ensure that all temporary closure requirements are met before leaving the site.

3.3.3 Construction Site Closure Report

The ECO will compile a Final Closure Checklist for site closure auditing purposes. Once the site has been

cleared of all construction related debris, materials and equipment the ECO will undertake an audit


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and report on the condition of the site and the adequacy of site clean-up / restoration/rehabilitation

measures. The construction site will be regarded as being “closed” on agreement between the ECO

and the Engineer that the Contractor has met all restorative / rehabilitative requirements.

3.4 COMMUNICATION STRUCTURES ON SITE

Should site meetings take place on a regular basis, the ECO must attend a meeting at least monthly to

report on the level of compliance and any issues and rectification actions required.

The minutes of these meetings will form part of the EMPr records. These minutes will reflect environmental

queries, agreed actions and dates of eventual compliance by the Contractor.

The following people should attend these meetings:

Developer’s Representative;

Engineer;

Landscape Architect (when applicable);

The ECO;

Contractor(s) representative; and

Where applicable, any specialists with a providing input for a specific period (e.g.

archaeologist).

3.5 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME

The Contractor in consultation with the ECO shall arrange for a presentation to site staff to familiarise

them with the environmental aspects of the EMPr within seven days from the commencement date of

construction. This presentation should take cognisance of the level of education, designation and

language preferences of the staff. General site staff would commonly receive a basic environmental

awareness course highlighting general environmental “do’s and don’ts” and how they relate to the site.

Management on site e.g. site agents and foremen, who require more detailed knowledge about the

environmental sensitivities on site and the contents and application of the construction phase of the

EMPr document itself, will benefit from a separate presentation dealing with these issues. The ECO may

call upon the services of a specialist environmental education translator should this be required.

Environmental awareness training courses shall be run for all personnel on site. Courses shall be run in

the morning during normal working hours at a suitable venue provided by the Contractor. All attendees

shall remain for the duration of the course and sign an attendance register on completion that clearly

indicates participants’ names, a copy of which shall be filed in the (site) environmental file.

The Contractor’s general site staff must to attend an initial presentation of approximately 30 to

45 minutes, and approximately half an hour a month thereafter for the duration of the contract shall be

allowed for employees to attend any follow-up lectures, should this be deemed necessary by the ECO.

In addition, all new staff and sub-contractor’s employees that spend more than 1 day a week or four

days in a month are to attend the environmental education program within 1 (one) week of

commencement of work on site. The Contractor shall on request of the ECO provide documented

proof (signed attendance registers) that all employees have received such training. The ECO will

conduct competency testing on site to gauge the personnel’s understanding of the EMPr specifications.

The cost, venue and logistics for this/ these course/s shall be for the Developer’s responsibility.


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Notwithstanding the specific provisions of this clause, it is incumbent upon the Contractor to convey the

sentiments of the EMPr to all personnel involved with the works.

The initial environmental awareness training course shall be presented by the ECO. Subsequent courses

to be held as and when required should be presented by the Contractor’s Environmental Officer or the

Health and Safety Officer.

3.6 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

The Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and in particular the requirements of the

Construction Regulations issued in July 2003, must be complied with.

3.7 DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Any disputes or disagreements between role players on site (with regard to environmental

management) will firstly be referred to the Engineer. If no resolution on the matter is possible then the

matter will be referred to the City of Cape Town Municipality Environmental Unit for clarification.

Where a dispute still persists this shall be referred for arbitration to a panel of persons, consisting of one

specialist environmental consultant, one qualified Engineer, one official of the City of Cape Town

Municipality and one legal practitioner of no less than 4 years’ experience in environmental issues

whose decision by simple majority will be final and binding on the parties. Representatives of the

Developer, the Engineer, Contractor and ECO should appoint the panel by mutual agreement. This

arbitration will be informal (“the informal arbitration”) and will be finalised within a period of 48 hours

from the date of the ruling of the ECO, the purpose being to ensure that disagreements are rapidly

resolved and thereby to limit any prejudice to the Contractor or the other parties to this agreement in

the construction process. In the event of a deadlock in the aforesaid panel, the legal practitioner

forming part of the panel will have a casting vote.

3.8 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Developer and Contractor(s) shall encourage and implement wherever possible the procurement

of locally based labour, skills and materials.

3.9 METHOD STATEMENTS

The Contractor shall provide Method Statements for approval by the ECO and the Engineer prior to

work commencing on aspects of the project identified to be of greater risk to the environment and/or

which may not be covered in sufficient detail in the EMPr, when called upon to do so by the Engineer or

ECO.

A Method Statement is a “live document” in that modifications are negotiated between the Contractor

and the ECO/project management team, as circumstances unfold. All Method Statements will form

part of the EMPr documentation and are subject to all terms and conditions contained within the EMPr.


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Note that a Method Statement is a ‘starting point’ for understanding the nature of the intended actions

to be carried out and allows for all parties to review and understand the procedures to be followed in

order to minimise risk of harm to the environment.

A Method Statement describes the scope of the intended work in a step-by-step description in order for

the ECO and the Engineer to understand the Contractor’s intentions. For each instance where it is

requested that the Contractor submit a Method Statement to the satisfaction of the Engineer and ECO,

the format should clearly indicate the following:

What - a brief description of the work to be undertaken;

How - a detailed description of the process of work, methods and materials;

Where - a description/sketch map of the locality of work (if applicable);

When - the sequencing of actions with due commencement dates and completion date estimates;

Who – The person responsible for undertaking the works described in the Method Statement; and

Why – a description of why the activity is required.

The Contractor shall provide Method Statements for approval by the ECO and the Engineer prior to

work commencing on aspects of the project deemed to pose environmental risks. Changes to, and

adaptations of Method Statements should be made in response to changes in construction methods or

where effectiveness of environmental management measures requires improvement. All Method

Statements are to be to the satisfaction of the ECO and Engineer.

The Engineer / ECO may request a Method Statement for any activity he believes may impact on the

environment. The Engineer / ECO may also require changes to a Method Statement if the proposal

does not comply with the Specification or if, in the reasonable opinion of the Engineer, the proposal

may result in, or carries a greater than reasonable risk of damage to the environment in excess of that

permitted by the Specifications.

Approved Method Statements shall be readily available on the site and shall be communicated to all

relevant personnel. The Contractor shall carry out the works in accordance with the approved Method

Statement. Approval of the Method Statement shall not absolve the Contractor from any of his

obligations or responsibilities in terms of the Contract.

3.9.1 Specific Method Statements Required

The following initial Method Statements shall be provided by the Contractor and submitted to the

Engineer and ECO at least seven working days prior to site establishment:

Site clearance

The method of clearing the site of the vegetative cover, taking cognisance to limit exposed surfaces for

extended periods of time.

Site Establishment

The location, layout and method of establishment of the construction camp (including all no-go areas,

buildings, offices, lay down yards, vehicle wash areas, fuel storage areas, batching areas and other

infrastructure required for the running of the project) shall be detailed and presented in a drawing.

Cognisance must be taken of the environmental management requirements set out in this EMPr when

devising this plan.

Fuel Storage and Use

The design, location and construction of the fuel storage and service areas as well as for the filling and

dispensing from storage tanks and management of drip trays.


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Solid Waste Management

Expected solid waste types, sorting methods, quantities, methods and frequency of collection and

disposal, as well as location of disposal sites. Include details of the proposed recycling program.

Contaminated Water

Methods of minimising, controlling, collecting and disposing of contaminated water.

Stormwater management

Methods of managing, controlling, stormwater runoff during construction.

Hazardous Substances

Details of any hazardous substances / materials to be used, together with the transport, storage,

handling and disposal procedures for the substances.

Cement and Concrete Batching

Location, layout and preparation of cement / concrete mixing areas including the methods employed

for the mixing of concrete, particularly the containment of runoff water from such areas and the

method of transportation of concrete.

Dust

Details on the methods employed for reducing dust on the site.

Emergency Procedures

Emergency procedures for fire, accidental leaks and spillages of hazardous substances (including fuel

and oil). Include details of risk reduction measures to be implemented including fire-fighting equipment,

fire prevention procedures and spill kits (materials and compounds used to reduce the extent of spills

and to breakdown or encapsulate hydrocarbons).

Noise mitigation methods

Detail the steps to be implemented to reduce/avoid noise impacts on the surrounding area.

Traffic mitigation methods

Detail the traffic control measures to be implemented for each phase of construction in order to reduce

the impact on traffic flow in the area, particularly along Spine Road and Mew Way.

Works pertaining to stormwater management in and within 5m of a wetland (NOTE THAT THIS ONLY

APPLIES IF STORMWATER IS TO BE DISCHARGED INTO W1 OR W2 AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 1.5.3

ABOVE)

Detail the machinery to be used, areas to be disturbed and alien clearing to take place as well as any

other works which will be required in or near the wetlands. Measures to protect the wetland from

damage are to be highlighted.

Additional Method Statements required

Any additional Method Statements that may be required by the Engineer and ECO during the course of

construction are to be provided by the Contractor within a minimum of 14 working days prior to the

commencement of works or activities to which they apply.

The ECO may require changes to a Method Statement if the proposal does not comply with the

specification or if, in the reasonable opinion of the ECO, the proposal may result in, or carries a greater


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than reasonable risk of damage to the environment in excess of that permitted by the specifications or

any legislation.

Approved Method Statements shall be readily available on the site and shall be communicated to all

relevant personnel and Sub-contractors. The Contractor shall carry out the works in accordance with

the approved Method Statement. Approval of the Method Statement shall not absolve the Contractor

from any obligations or responsibilities in terms of the contract. No claim for delay or additional cost

incurred by the Contractor shall be entertained should the inadequacy of a Method Statement be the

cause.

3.10 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS

The environmental management requirements take account of the findings of the Environmental

Impact Assessment (EIA), together with the typical measures needed to prevent or at least minimise

potential adverse environmental effects associated with construction activities. Method Statements

must take account of these requirements. Additional measures may be identified during the course of

construction and Method Statements would be required in this regard. Environmental management

requirements cover the following:

Protection of biodiversity and implementation of the offset;

Risk management;

Waste management;

Pollution management;

Management of cultural-historical chance finds;

Stormwater management;

Noise management;

Dust and air quality management;

Aesthetics;

Hazardous substances management;

Traffic management;

Worker and site safety and procurement of contract staff;

Incident management;

Protection of natural resources;

Installation of civil engineering services; and

Site clean-up and rehabilitation.


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3.10.1 Table of Environmental Management Requirements / Specifications


PROTECTION OF BIODIVERSITY

Management Statement and objective: To prevent further impacts on biodiversity, improve on biodiversity in the area where possible, and to ensure the

adequate implementation of the agreed-upon biodiversity offset.

Impact Management Outcomes: No additional loss of biodiversity and acceptable payment of offset.

Improvement to biodiversity in the area Acacia saligna is to be removed from the proposed attenuation facility to the south south-east of the site on the

Swartklip Waste Transfer Station’s property.

Implementation of the Biodiversity Offset The MOU included in Appendix 1 is to be implemented.

Proof thereof is to be provided to the DEA&DP upon completion of the payment.


RISK MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and objective: To prevent incidents pertaining to fuel fires which could be experience during the operational phase.

Impact Management Outcomes: Ensure that appropriate planning and implementation is put in place to reduce operational risks.

Limiting future risk through appropriate

construction of facilities

Upon commencement of the construction of the refuelling area, check and confirm that the following measures are

being put in place/constructed:

o Filling area to be concreted and sloped towards a drain leading to a separator.

o All spills are to be contained in separator and remove fuel from possible ignition sources.

o The fuel hoses are to be fitted with shear valves.

Prior to the commencement of the operation phase, an Emergency Plan must be developed by the Applicant as

per the MHI Regulations. Note certain aspects of the emergency plan are included in section 4 of this document,

however these specifications are to be elaborated upon as and where required.


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WASTE MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and objective: To prevent pollution associated with the generation and temporary storage of general waste, hazardous waste

construction rubble and litter generated by the workforce on site.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances and no pollution of soil, groundwater and/or stormwater as a result of waste generation and

management activities.

General requirements Construction related waste will typically include general waste (such as plastic packaging, strapping, and lunch

wrappers.), rubble (like broken bricks, tiles, waste concrete) and limited quantities of hazardous waste items (e.g. paint

tins, oily rags etc.).

The Contractor shall be responsible for the establishment of an integrated waste management system that is

acceptable to the Engineer and ECO, and a Method Statement is required in this regard. The Method Statement must

include a description of the estimated quantity and types of waste, a description of the services required to store,

collect, transport and dispose of waste and a procedure for separating recyclable and non-recyclable material.

No refuse, building rubble or waste material will be disposed of by burying or off-site dumping.

Solid waste will be removed from site to recycling facilities (where possible) and an approved landfill/drop-off facility.

All waste management actions on site must be considered in terms of the waste management hierarchy depicted

below (this must be reflected in the Method Statement):


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Construction waste must be sorted into recyclable and non-recyclable waste. All waste shall be sorted in the waste

handling / storing area. Colour-coded skips / bins will be utilised in order to differentiate the various receptacles. Waste

shall be sorted into the following categories:

- Paper / cardboard;

- Aluminium;

- Metals (other than aluminium);

- General waste;

- Glass; and

- Hazardous waste.

Contact the following numbers for information on local recycling collection points:

- Plastic containers: Plastics Federation (021) 591 5512;

- Cans and tins: Collect-a-Can (021) 534-7010;

- Glass: Consol Glass (021) 888 4000;

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- Motor and cooking oils: Oilkol (086) 110 1961;

- Paper: Nampak 0800 018 818; and

- Organic waste: Reliance Compost (021) 872 5962.

Storage, handling and disposal of general

waste

Waste may be temporarily stored on site in a central waste storage area that is weatherproof and scavenger-proof,

and which both the Engineer and the ECO have approved.

The central waste storage area must be located on site at the point that is furthest away from the road as allowed by

changing construction zones on the site.

Waste storage and sorting areas must be enclosed such that the activity is contained within the allocated footprint

area.

Windblown litter from the waste storage and sorting areas must be monitored and removed from adjacent properties

on a daily basis.

The handling of waste must take place on a hardened impermeable surface.

General waste must be removed from the site at least once every two weeks.

Waste may only be disposed of at a licenced landfill site approved by the Engineer and the ECO.

Waste disposal certificates must be obtained and filed in the environmental file and submitted with the monthly audit

reports.

As far as possible, materials used or generated by construction shall be recycled.

Recycling ensures that we do not waste valuable resources

Recycling can also create employment opportunities

Litter prevention and housekeeping Litter and general waste materials (excluding rubble and hazardous waste materials) shall be disposed of into

scavenger-and weather-proof bins.

The Contractor shall provide sufficient bins with lids on site to store the waste produced on a daily basis. Bins shall not be

allowed to become overfull and shall be emptied regularly to prevent overtopping.

The Contractor shall provide resources to clean up the Contractor's camp and working areas daily and ensure that

refuse is placed within the central waste storage area to prevent spreading as a result of wind.

Empty cement bags must be collected from the construction area by the end of every day and before rain events and

shall be stored in bins or in an impermeable container that are either placed under cover or have been fitted with lids.

Wind-blown litter beyond the site boundary that are in the opinion of the ECO emanating from works on site must be

cleared as part of the waste management of the site.


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Storage, handling and disposal of

hazardous waste

Hazardous and general waste must be stored separately. Hazardous waste containers must be stored in a secure area

with bunding / secondary containment. The location of the storage area is to be approved by the Engineer and the

ECO.

All hazardous waste must be placed in drums / containers labelled for this purpose. These containers must be kept

securely closed when not in use and must be protected from the ingress of rain as well as from being blown over by the

wind.

Hazardous waste may not be disposed to a General Landfill site and waste must be removed by a registered hazardous

waste Contractor for disposal to a licensed hazardous waste landfill. This must be done at least once every three

months in accordance with the limit applicable to the temporary storage of hazardous waste.

Records of hazardous waste disposal must be maintained. The Contractor shall retain copies of receipts from such

waste disposal sites to the Engineer and ECO as proof of proper disposal.

Storage and disposal of waste items area also controlled through other relevant legislation which must be complied

with e.g. Occupational Health & Safety Act.

Storage, handling and disposal of builders

rubble

In accordance with the integrated waste management approach to be followed through the construction phases of

the development, materials used or generated by construction shall be re-used as far as possible. Clean builders’

rubble and soil/sand/rock may therefore be used as infill material / backfill material at the ECO’s discretion.

All builders’ rubble that is to be removed off the site shall be cleared from the works area on a weekly basis, and taken

to the temporary storage area at the site camp.

The Contractor shall provide resources to clean up the Contractor's camp and working areas of rubble generated in

the course of construction work at least twice a week, or more frequently if specifically required.

Rubble shall be temporarily stockpiled in a waste skip or a central stockpile and shall be removed from site to an

approved landfill site as soon as it constitutes a practical load for removal and before temporary closure of the site.

No plastics, shrink wrap, paint buckets or any other debris that do not constitute clean building rubble, shall be stored at

such stockpile sites.

Material Use Durable building materials to increase the lifespan of the developments should be used.

Low VOC paints & building materials should be used.


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POLLUTION PREVENTION – for SOIL, GROUNDWATER, STORMWATER

Management Statement and objective: To prevent soil, groundwater, stormwater and freshwater pollution associated with the handling storage and

use of hazardous materials and to prevent wind and water erosion of exposed surfaces.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances no evidence of erosion and no pollution of soil, groundwater and/or stormwater or any water

courses as a result of the construction activities.

Prevention of soil and water pollution The following mitigation measures must be put in place:

Founding conditions should at all times be confirmed by either penetrometer testing and/or examination and approval

of the soils exposed in the bottom of foundations excavations by a geotechnical engineer or a suitably qualified

person.

Pollution prevention measures should be put in place for the site to ensure that there is no risk of pollution spills or

contaminated runoff leaving the site.

The Contractor shall prevent pollution of water resources as a result of construction activities. Such pollution could result

from the release, accidental or otherwise, of chemicals, oils, fuels, sewage, water from excavations, construction

wastewater, water carrying soil particles or waste products, etc.

Adequate dewatering measures are to be employed during excavations, if required.

No residues from cleaning activities or any other form of contaminated water may be released onto bare soil or into

vegetated areas. Such wastewater must be appropriately contained and disposed.

Wastewater from the construction and the associated activities must be to the quality standards set by the Municipality.

Cement powder has a high pH. Spillage of dry cement powder and concrete slurry will affect both soil and water pH

adversely. The permitted location of the batching plant (including the location of cement stores and sand and

aggregate stockpiles) shall be indicated on the site layout plan and approved by the ECO.

Cement is to be stored in a secure weatherproof location to avoid contamination of the environment.

All runoff from batching areas shall be strictly controlled so that contaminated water does not enter stormwater or

groundwater. Mixing trays should be used at all mixing and supply points.

Cleaning of equipment and flushing of mixers shall not result in pollution of the surrounding environment. Settling tanks

for the evaporation of contaminated water should be constructed with an impermeable surface. Sediment should be

left to dry out before being removed to the hazardous waste skip.

A suitable leak-proof container for the storage of oiled equipment (filters, drip tray contents and oil changes, etc.) must

be established.

Disposal / dumping of any material or substance into the adjacent wetland is strictly prohibited, under any


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circumstances, even temporarily.

Washing and or servicing of vehicles or machinery are strictly prohibited on the site during the construction phase.

All maintenance of plant shall be performed off site. If it is necessary to do emergency repairs on site, the Contractor

shall obtain the approval of the Engineer and ECO prior to commencing activities, and ensure that there is no

contamination of the surrounding soil or vegetation by using drip trays to collect waste oil and other lubricants.

Drip trays shall be provided in construction areas for stationary plant (such as compressors) and for "parked" plant (such

as scrapers, loaders, vehicles). Drip trays shall be inspected and emptied daily and serviced when necessary. In

particular, drip trays shall be closely monitored during rain events to ensure that they do not overflow. Drip trays must

be free of holes / punctures to ensure no spillage from these receptacles.

Stationary equipment (such as generators etc.) must also be placed inside drip trays whilst in use.

A Method Statement shall be required for all wash areas where hydrocarbon, hazardous materials and pollutants are

expected to be used. This includes, but is not limited to the cleaning of paint equipment.

Water containing potential pollutants such as cements, concrete, lime, chemicals, fuels and hydrocarbons shall be

contained and discharged into an impermeable storage facility for evaporation and ultimate removal from the site or

for recycling. This particularly applies to water emanating from concrete batching plants and concrete swills, and to

runoff from hydrocarbon storage areas. Under no circumstance may contaminated water be discharged onto

adjacent land.

Contaminated runoff should be prevented from entering the stormwater system. The stormwater systems must be

protected from contaminated runoff and/or fine material entering these systems by the installation of temporary sumps

which must act as ‘grease’ and silt traps, particularly alongside the roads.

The site office, toilets, material storage/stockpiling, storage or stockpiling of spoil material and all temporary waste

storage areas should be located as far away from Spine Road as possible and in areas approved by the Engineer and

ECO;

Bulk storage of fuel/hydrocarbons is strictly prohibited, and the temporary storage of such substances will be limited as

far as possible. All storage areas for such substances shall be bunded, covered and have an impermeable surface and

shall be located in areas approved by the ECO.

Refuelling of plant/equipment must be undertaken on a concrete platform with secondary containment. The necessary

decanting equipment must be used to prevent spills and leaks whilst refuelling.

Contaminated stormwater must be collected on site of the Facility and be discharged into the local municipal sewer if

approved by the Municipality in control of that sewer. Contaminated stormwater may not be discharged into the

surrounding environment.

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employees are aware of the procedure to be followed in this regard and shall make the necessary materials and

equipment for dealing with spills and leaks available on site at all times. Clean-up and remediation must occur

immediately after a spill incident.

All fuel, oil or hydraulic fluid spills are to be reported to the Engineer or ECO immediately.

In the event of a hydrocarbon spill, the source of the spillage must be isolated, and the spillage contained. Should a

leak emanate from equipment (such as earth moving equipment), the machinery shall be parked on a hard surface

until such time as a repair can be made, to prevent contamination of bare ground.

The Contractor shall ensure that there is always a supply of appropriate material readily available to absorb/

breakdown and where possible be designed to encapsulate minor hydrocarbon spillage. The quantity of such materials

shall be able to handle a volume of a spill similar to the volume of the largest container on site used for storage of such

substances that are not stored and / or used inside a bunded area. This material must be approved by the Engineer

prior to any refuelling or maintenance activities.

Sedimentation control and protection of

stormwater system.

Sedimentation can occur as a result of the stockpiling of fine materials (sand, cement). The following mitigation

measures must be put in place.

Stormwater drains in access routes (particularly along Spine Road) in closest proximity to the site shall be protected to

prevent soil particles or other foreign substances entering the stormwater system.

Where possible, clearing of existing vegetative cover should occur in a phased manner to limit the time where surfaces

are exposed and hence, vulnerable to erosion.

Any existing or newly created exposed surfaces should be compacted and/or planted as quickly as possible with

suitable vegetation. A dust suppression substance may be applied where deemed relevant.

All stockpile of building materials (e.g. sand) must be protected so as to prevent erosion by wind and water. Stockpiles

should not be higher than 1.5m.

The Contractor shall take all reasonable measures to limit erosion and sedimentation due to the construction activities.

Where erosion and/or sedimentation occurs, whether on or off the site, despite the Contractor complying with the

foregoing, rectification shall be carried out in accordance with details specified by the Engineer. Where erosion and/or

sedimentation occur due to the fault of the Contractor, rectification shall be carried out to the reasonable

requirements of the Engineer.

The Contractor shall be vigilant during periods where strong winds prevail (especially during the dry summer months) to

manage dust generation in accordance with the Dust Control Regulations.

Side slope battering or shoring will be required for all excavation deeper than 1m in order to ensure safe working

conditions at all times.

Water quality amelioration measures required in the stormwater management plan are to be constructed/ established.


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The depression for the outlet of stormwater should be shaped so that its margins are sloped at gradients of 0:7 or less

steep to provide positive opportunities for the development of seasonally inundated wetland habitat.


POLLUTION PREVENTION – for SURFACE WATER, STORMWATER, FRESHWATER RESOURCES

Management Statement and objective: To prevent freshwater pollution, particularly that of the wetlands on the adjacent property, associated with the

handling storage and use of hazardous materials and to prevent wind and water erosion of exposed surfaces.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances no evidence of erosion and no pollution of soil, groundwater and/or stormwater or any water

courses as a result of the construction activities.

The measures below are only to be considered should the stormwater be required to be discharged into either W1 or W2 as described in Section 1.5.3 above. Note that

this is not the preferred alternative and therefore very unlikely to be the case.

Protection of the wetlands on the adjacent

property to the west

A Method Statement with regard to the proposed wetland protection measures and methodology for works in and

within 5m of the wetlands for implementation during the construction phase is to be submitted to the Engineer and ECO

for prior approval.

Areas of wetland disturbance should be minimised, by accessing these areas via existing roads / tracks only.

Vehicles should avoid passage through wetland areas and access them only from their edges and preferably only in

the wet season.

Any material excavated from the wetland edges or adjacent areas (e.g. during pipeline excavation) should be

removed or shaped into nearby terrestrial areas – no loss of wetland extent should occur as a result of excavation.

Pollution prevention measures should be put in place for the site to ensure that there is no risk of pollution spills or

contaminated runoff entering any of the wetlands.

The wetlands are to be considered a no-go zone, except during works pertaining to the wetland.

Contamination of or spills into any of the wetlands should be reported to the relevant authorities (Department of Water

and Sanitation, City of Cape Town and DEA&DP) immediately.

The location of the cement batching plant should be at least 25m away from any of the wetlands.


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Latrine and ablution facilities and first-aid services shall be located as far away from the wetlands as possible given the

construction around the site. The ECO shall approve the location of all toilet facilities.


MANAGEMENT OF CULTURAL-HISTORICAL CHANCE FINDS

Management Statement and objective: Protection of archaeological and/or palaeontological resources on, or adjacent to the site, if discovered.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances and no impacts on such resources.

Chance Finds Procedure Should any heritage resources, including evidence of graves and human burials, archaeological material and

paleontological material (e.g. stone hand tools, remnants of old structures not previously visible, old ceramic shards

etc.), be discovered during the execution of the activities above, all works must be stopped immediately and Heritage

Western Cape and the ECO / Engineer must be notified without delay. HWC contact details: 021 483 5959.

The ECO will notify a relevant specialist (e.g. palaeontologist) immediately to determine the way forward. The

appropriate procedures for the relevant fossil-finds as detailed below must be followed, should anything of an

archaeological nature be found on site by the Contractor (or any other party).

This aspect must be carefully explained to workers during the Environmental Education Programme undertaken by the

ECO.

The ECO will advise on demarcation of this area, and notify a relevant specialist to view material and ascertain whether

further study of the area is required.

Should a specialist confirm a genuine artefact or fossil and recommend further study of the area, work in the applicable

area is to cease until further notice and upon receipt from notification from Heritage Western Cape (HWC).

If any human remains are discovered during earth moving activities, they are to be treated with respect and the South

African Police Service contacted immediately. Should the SAPS indicate that the remains are older than 60 years,

SAHRA and HWC should be notified. An archaeologist should be contracted to remove such remains at the expense of

the applicant.

A maximum of 30 days should be set-aside in the construction program for the recovery of archaeological material

where/if discovered. The contact details for the SAHRA are as follows:

111 Harrington Street, Cape Town, 8001

P O Box 4637, Cape Town, 8000

Tel: (021) 462 4502

Fax: (021) 462 4509

Email: [email protected]

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NOISE MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and objective: To avoid and/or minimise impacts on the surrounding land users.

Impact Management Outcomes: No disruptions or nuisance to adjacent communities caused by noise from the construction site. Effective complaints

handling. No repeat complaints received

Management of potential noise

disturbance

Noise, at a level typically associated with construction activities, would be experienced by surrounding land users

however in the current low-development context of the site this is not deemed significant. Nevertheless, the following

should be implemented:

o The Contractor’s attention is drawn to the Noise Regulations as promulgated in terms of the Environment

Conservation Act and relevant Local Authority bylaws.

o All noise and sounds generated by machinery must adhere to SABS 0103 specifications for the maximum

permissible noise levels for construction in residential areas;

o In terms of noise legislation a noise exemption permit needs to be obtained if the limits as contemplated in

legislation will be exceeded for any given period of time. This requires obtaining of signatures from

affected parties within a 150m radius of a site.

o Working hours must be restricted to normal daily working hours considered in the construction regulations;

o Machinery to be fitted with silencers and no sound amplification equipment such as sirens, loud hailers and

hooters may be used on site except in emergencies.

o No amplified music shall be allowed on site.

o The Contractor shall take preventative measures, such as screening, muffling, timing and pre-notification

of affected parties to minimise complaints regarding noise.

o The Contractor shall control the movement of all vehicles and plant including that of his suppliers so that

they remain on designated routes/haul roads, so as not to cause an undue environmental damage.


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DUST MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and objective: No unacceptable levels of dust. To avoid and/or minimise impacts on the adjacent road network and

surrounding land users and communities as well as to ensure that any such impacts are appropriately dealt with to prevent further impacts in the longer

term. To prevent wind and water erosion and/or sedimentation of any natural features.

Impact Management Outcomes: No disruptions to traffic, no nuisance to adjacent communities caused by dust. Effective complaints handling. No

repeat complaints received.

Prevention of dust nuisance All Local Authority Bylaws as well as the National Dust Control Regulations, Notice R.827 of 2013 must be adhered to.

A Dust Control Management Plan must be developed and submitted to the City of Cape Town’s Air Quality

Management Unit for scrutiny prior to the initiation of the construction phase.

The Contractor shall take all reasonable measures to minimize any dust nuisance, pollution of watercourses and

inconvenience to or interference with the public (or others) as a result of the execution of the works. A Method

Statement may be required in this regard as determined by the Engineer and ECO.

Where possible non- potable water, sources: should be used for dust suppression during windy and dry conditions, or

alternative methods for dust suppression must be used or proposed.

Stockpiles of materials as well as the loads on all trucks transporting any material that could lead to dust pollution should

be covered with a tarpaulin or similar cover to minimise dust / windblown sand.

In extreme cases, a dust suppression product (e.g. dustex) should be used.

During extremely high winds, dust generating activities should be avoided.

Excavation, handling and transport of erodible materials shall be avoided under high wind conditions or when a visible

dust plume is present.

All trucks transporting any material that could lead to dust pollution should be covered with a tarpaulin or similar cover

to minimise dust / windblown sand.

All access and haul routes/ roads shall be cleared from sand and/or mud or debris deposited by construction vehicles

associated with this project.

Materials shall be appropriately secured to ensure safe passage between destinations. Loads including, but not limited

to sand, stone chip, fine vegetation, refuse, paper and cement, shall have appropriate cover (e.g. tarpaulin or similar)

to prevent them spilling from the vehicle during transit.

The Contractor shall be responsible for any clean-ups resulting from the failure by his employees or suppliers to properly

secure transported materials.

The Contractor shall take preventative measures, such as screening, dust control, timing and pre-notification of

affected parties to minimise complaints regarding dust.


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The construction area and access roads should be regularly swept.


AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and Objective: To facilitate the capture of vapour from fuels during tank refilling and spraying of vehicles,

Impact Management Outcomes: Reduce the emission of toxic and harmful gaseous compounds including VOCs.

Air Quality Management Stage I vapour recovery systems should be installed at filler points to capture vapour from the underground

storage tanks during refilling.

Stage II vapour recovery systems should be installed at fuel dispensing points, to capture vapour from vehicle

fuel tanks during fuelling.

It is further required that a fugitive and odour management plan be compiled subsequent to authorisation by

the developer of the site, for approval by the City’s Air Quality Management Unit and for inclusion in the

operational EMPr. The plan should include details of the vapour recovery systems to be installed.

The Spray booth for the Bus Depot must comply with The City of Cape Town's Air Management By-Jaw 2016.

The Booth must be fitted with suitable mechanical ventilation system and tilted with suitable air pollution

abatement filters as to ensure efficient removal and control of point overspray, particulate and volatile fumes

or vapours. Plans for Mechanical Ventilation system must be submitted for the approval of City Health Senior

Mechanical Engineer.


AESTHETICS (VISUAL)

Management Statement and objective: To ensure that visual impacts of the unsightly nature of a construction site are avoided as far as possible, and

where these cannot be altogether avoided, that it is reduced to acceptable limits.

Impact Management Outcomes: No unacceptable visual impacts occur and the plans are approved by an independent architect and the local

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Site Housekeeping The Contractor shall take appropriate measures to ensure that construction activities do not have an unreasonable

impact on the aesthetics of the area.

Construction of the infrastructure and individual buildings is to be of limited duration. This is to ensure that the area does

not become a permanent building site.

No intrusion by construction activities or workers onto surrounding properties will be allowed.

All stock piles of building materials are to be protected against dispersion into the surrounding terrain.

All builders’ rubble is to be removed from the site timeously and dumped at a registered dump site.

Construction works and associated equipment is not to be allowed to “spill over” onto adjacent portions of the property

or other land.

Construction storage areas should be situated as far away from the edges of the construction area as possible so as to

minimise negative visual impacts for neighbouring properties and the roadside.

The Contractor shall supply and maintain adequate and suitable sheds or containers for the storage of materials. Sheds

for the storage of materials that may deteriorate or corrode if exposed to the weather shall be weather-proof,

adequately ventilated and provided with raised floors.

All site establishment components (as well as equipment) shall be positioned to limit visual intrusion on neighbours and

the size of the area disturbed.

The Contractor shall ensure that any lighting installed on the site for his activities does not interfere with road traffic or

cause a reasonably avoidable disturbance to the surrounding community or other users of the area. Site lighting should

be kept to a minimum and should not be flood type lighting where possible.

Reflective light should be employed. Neon, spot or up lighting are visually inappropriate. Light sources should be

screened and filtered as far as possible. External lights on buildings should be shielded to cast light only upon the area

required to be illuminated. Naked light sources should not be visible from beyond the site, and no light should be

emitted into the sky.

Site construction hoarding should be dark in colour and free of excessive branding.

Construction signage should not be excessively sized or located along sensitive visual corridors, unless otherwise

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HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and objective: To prevent pollution associated with the handling storage and use of materials deemed hazardous to human

health or the environment.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances and no pollution of soil, groundwater and/or stormwater as a result of the construction

activities.

Hazardous substances handling,

use and storage

Bulk fuel storage is strictly prohibited during the construction phase.

Smaller volumes of fuel are to be stored within a demarcated area in the Contractor’s camp. No refuelling of vehicles or

machinery is to take place outside of this demarcated area unless authorised by the Engineer. The Engineer shall be advised of

the area that the Contractor intends using for the storage of fuel.

The Contractor shall ensure that all liquid fuels (petrol and diesel) are stored in tanks with lids, which are kept firmly shut. All empty

and externally dirty tanks shall be sealed and stored on an area where the ground has been protected by an impermeable

substance (e.g. plastic sheeting).

Drums/receptacles containing fuels shall be situated on a smooth impermeable surface with a bund to contain any possible spills

and prevent infiltration of fuel into the ground. The impermeable lining shall extend to the crest of the bund and the volume

inside the bund shall be 110% x the total capacity of all the storage tanks.

The floor of the bund shall be sloped towards an oil trap or sump to enable any spilled fuel to be removed. An Enretech or similar

hydrocarbon absorption/remediation product approved by the Engineer and ECO shall be installed in the sump to reduce the

risk of pollution. Fuel storage and bunded areas shall have overhead cover to prevent rain from entering the bunded area.

The Contractor shall keep fuel under lock and key at all times.

If fuel is dispensed from 200 litre drums, the proper dispensing equipment shall be used, and the drum shall not be tipped in order

to dispense fuel. The dispensing mechanism of the fuel storage tank shall be stored in a waterproof container when not in use

Areas for storage of fuels and other flammable materials shall comply with standard fire safety regulations and may require the

approval of the municipal fire prevention officer.

Hazardous chemical substances (as defined in the Regulations for Hazardous Chemical Substances) used during construction

shall be stored in secondary containers.

The relevant Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall be available on site (refer to Appendix 4 for MSDS for diesel).

Procedures detailed in the MSDSs shall be followed in the event of an emergency situation.

If potentially hazardous substances are to be stored on site, the Contractor shall provide a Method Statement detailing the

substances/ materials to be used, together with the storage, handling and disposal procedures of the materials.

No paint products and chemical additives and cleaners such as thinners and turpentine, may be disposed of on site. Brush /

roller wash facilities shall be established to the satisfaction of the Engineer. A Method Statement, approved by the Engineer, is

required.


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SITE ACCESS, ACCESS ROUTES AND TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and objective: To avoid and/or minimise impacts on the adjacent road network and road users any such impacts are

appropriately dealt with to prevent further impacts in the longer term. To avoid construction related impacts associated with the movement of

construction vehicles on land users in the area.

Impact Management Outcomes: No disruptions to traffic, no damage to vehicles and related claims and no nuisance to land users in the area

General Access to the site must be carefully managed to avoid unauthorised entry onto the site, and to prevent loitering of construction

contractors beyond the development area.

The Contractor shall control the movement of all vehicles and plant including that of his suppliers so that they remain on

designated routes, are distributed so as not to cause an undue concentration of traffic and comply with all relevant laws and

specifications. In addition, such vehicles and plant shall be so routed and operated as to minimise disruption to regular users of

the routes not on the site.

All construction vehicle movement shall as far as possible be limited to off-peak hours wherever possible.

The vehicles of the Contractor and his suppliers shall not exceed the 40km/h speed restriction on the site.

Where necessary, additional traffic control measures should be implemented.

The access road and link onto the adjacent road network will be cleared of spilt materials (soil etc.) to avoid the generation of

dust by movement of vehicles.

The Contractor shall ensure that the wheels of all vehicles are cleaned from mud, soil and/or other debris prior to vehicles

leaving the site.

A Method Statement with regard to the proposed traffic control measures for implementation during the construction phase is

to be submitted to the Engineer and ECO for prior approval.


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SITE HEALTH AND SAFETY AND PROCUREMENT OF CONTRACT STAFF

Management Statement and objective: To ensure the safety of all site personnel as well as the surrounding land users and ethical employment

practices.

Impact Management Outcomes: No injuries / incidents on site and emergency situations managed effectively. No safety breaches. Sourcing of

contract staff from local communities as far as possible.

General safety The Contractor shall at all times observe proper and adequate safety precautions on the site.

Environmental awareness training courses shall be run for all personnel on site. All new staff and sub-contractors

employees that spend more than 1 day a week or four days in a month must attend the environmental education

program within 1 (one) week of commencement of work on site. All attendees shall remain for the duration of the

course and sign an attendance register on completion that clearly indicates participant’s names, a copy of which shall

be handed to the Engineer.

Telephone numbers of emergency services, including the local firefighting service, shall be posted conspicuously in the

Contractor's office near the telephone.

The right of workers to refuse work that is harmful to human health or the environment must be communicated to all

workers and they must also be informed of and reasonably protected from dangers.

General site security No unauthorised firearms are permitted on site and access to the work site by unauthorised persons is to be prevented

by the Contractor as far as is practical.

The work site is to be secured and access by members of the public is to be prevented.

The Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and in particular the requirements of the Construction

Regulations issued in July 2003, must be complied with.

With the possible exception of any security staff who may be required to stay overnight at the Contractor’s camp, no

personnel will be permitted to live on site.

Security staff must be provided with heating and cooking facilities (in order that they do not need to light fires), access

to toilet facilities and communication equipment.

Ablution facilities Washing, whether of the person or of personal effects, and acts of excretion and urination are strictly prohibited other

than at the facilities provided.

The Engineer and ECO shall approve the location of all toilet facilities.

The facilities will comply with the regulations of the local authority concerned and shall be maintained in a clean and

sanitary condition to the satisfaction of the Engineer and ECO.

The Contractor shall provide suitable sanitary arrangements at the Contractor’s Camp and approved points around the


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designated work area to allow easy access to all employees on site.

No staff members are permitted to commence with work on a site without suitable toilet facilities available for them.

At least one chemical toilet / waterborne toilet linked to the municipal sewage system shall be provided on site for

every 20 contract personnel at each working area. These toilets must have doors and locks and shall be secured to the

ground to prevent them blowing over. Toilet paper shall always be provided.

Chemical toilets on site shall have adequate containment around them to ensure the capture of any possible leaks.

Chemical toilets on site shall be adequately weighted down to prevent them from being blown over by the wind.

Toilets are to be emptied as and when required and always prior to builders’ holidays.

The Contractor shall ensure that no spillage occurs when the toilets are cleaned or emptied and that the contents are

removed from site.

Discharge of waste from toilets into the environment and burial of waste is strictly prohibited.

The Contractor shall maintain the toilets in a clean, neat and hygienic condition. If the Contractor fails to provide

and/or maintain all site sanitation facilities in a clean and hygienic condition, the Engineer may order the Contractor to

suspend any or all work on the site until these requirements are met. No payment shall be made for any delays or

disruption of the works caused thereby nor shall extensions of time be granted for such delays.

Eating Areas

The Contractor shall designate eating areas to the approval of the Engineer which shall be clearly demarcated.

Sufficient bins shall be present in this area.

The Contractor shall erect and maintain information posters for the information of his employees depicting actions to be

taken to ensure compliance with aspects of the Specifications. Such posters shall be erected at the eating areas and

any other locations specified by the Engineer.

Drinking Water

The Contractor shall ensure that drinking water is available for all staff on site. If no potable water source is available on

site then the Contractor shall import drinking water to the site.

Working Hours

Working hours must be restricted to normal daily working hours considered in the construction regulations and the

National Building Standards SANS 10400:1990;

If works are to take place outside of normal working hours, the ECO and the Engineer are to be notified and

disturbance to the surrounding land users is to be prevented.

Note that legislation requires the Contractor to obtain approval for carrying out works at night. This entails obtaining

signatures from everyone within a 150m radius of a site. Furthermore, the Engineer will, where required, notify the

Relevant Authority of work done outside of normal working hours.


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Employment Policy Labour is to be sought from local communities (i.e. Mitchells Plain, etc.) as far as possible, particularly for unskilled

labour.

Beyond local communities, labour should be sourced from the greater Cape Town area as far as possible, particularly

with regard to skilled labour.


INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and objective: To guide the way in which emergencies and/or environmental incidents are handled on site and remediate

any damage appropriately. To prevent the starting of fires on site.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances and no adverse impacts on the environment as a result of emergency situations and/or

environmental incidents. No fires started on the site.

General Method Statements are required for the management of fire incidents as well as for accidental leaks and spills.

Prevention of fires No fires shall be permitted on site. Notices are to be prominently displayed that no fires are allowed. Any fires that occur

shall be reported to the Engineer immediately. In terms of the Atmospheric Pollution Prevention Act, burning is not

permitted as a waste disposal method.

Smoking shall not be permitted in those areas where it is a fire hazard. Notices are to be prominently displayed

prohibiting smoking in such areas.

The Contractor shall advise the relevant authority of a fire as soon as one starts and shall not wait until he can no longer

control it.

A fire evacuation route is to be clearly demarcated and kept clear of obstruction at all times. The Contractor shall

ensure that his employees are aware of the procedure to be followed in the event of a fire.

The Contractor shall appoint a Fire Officer who shall be responsible for ensuring immediate and appropriate actions in

the event of a fire and shall ensure that employees are aware of the procedure to be followed. The Contractor shall

forward the name of the Fire Officer to the Engineer for approval seven days prior to the date of the environmental

awareness training course.

The Contractor shall supply all site offices, kitchen areas, workshop areas, materials, stores and any other areas

identified by the Engineer and ECO with tested and approved firefighting equipment. Firefighting equipment is to be

maintained in good working order to the satisfaction of the local fire authorities.


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Welding, gas cutting or cutting of metal will only be permitted within specifically designated and adequately marked

areas on the site. These sites are to be approved by the ECO.

All flammable material is to be stored in a suitable lockable storage area and combustible materials may not

accumulate on site.

Symbolic safety signs depicting “No Smoking”, “No Naked Lights” and “Danger” are to be provided, and are to

conform to the requirement of SABS 1186. The volume capacity of any fuel tanks shall be displayed. The product

contained within the tank shall be clearly identified using the emergency information system detailed in SABS 0232 part

1. Any electrical or petrol-driven pump shall be equipped and positioned, so as not to cause any danger of ignition of

the product.

In the event of a fire emergency:

o The site supervisor or worker should sound the fire alarm;

o The site supervisor or worker should notify the City of Cape Town (107 from a landline and 021 480 7700

from a cell phone), Mitchell’s Plain Fire Station (021 444 3090), or the Gugulethu Fire Station (021 444 5480);

o All workers on site should go to the designated emergency assembly point;

o The Fire Officer shall do a head count of all workers and ensure all personnel are present; and

o When the Fire Brigade arrives, the Fire Officer shall provide them with all the information they require

regarding the incident.

Accidental Leaks and Spillages The Contractor shall ensure that his employees are aware of the procedure to be followed for dealing with spills and

leaks, which shall include notifying the Engineer and the relevant authorities.

Treatment and remediation of the spill areas shall be undertaken to the reasonable satisfaction of the Engineer.

The site shall have a supply of absorbent material readily available to absorb any emergency hydrocarbon spills, and

where possible be designed to encapsulate minor hydrocarbon spillage. There are a number of products on the

market, which are designed and suitable as absorbents and for the encapsulation of hydrocarbons. The following are

examples of those products used to contain incidental spillage:

o Spill-Sorb – oil and chemical absorbent and encapsulating products

o Drizzat Pads

o Enretech Powder – absorbent and encapsulator

o Peat moss


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Treatment and remediation of spill areas shall be undertaken to the satisfaction of the Engineer and/or ECO. In the

event of a spill:

o The source of the spillage shall be isolated.

o The Contractor shall contain the spillage using sand berms, sandbags, pre-made booms, and sawdust or

other absorbent materials.

o Cordon off and ensure safety of the spillage area.

o Notify the Engineer, ESM and the Pollution Control Inspectorate (if serious spillage has occurred in a

sensitive environment).


LIMITATION OF RESOURCE USE

Management Statement and objective: To prevent excessive and unnecessary use of natural resources and wasting of natural resources during the

construction.

Impact Management Outcomes: Development of an attitude towards a reduction in natural resources consumption where feasible and possible

Limit use of natural resources Dripping taps/ leaking pipes should be addressed immediately to limit waste of water.

Make use of locally supplied building materials where possible.

Reclaimed building materials should be used where possible.

Adequate storage facilities for raw materials should be provided in order to minimise damage during construction

works.

Where possible, suppliers with a green footprint or certification are to be used.


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SEWER AND BULKWATER SUPPLY

Management Statement and objective: To ensure appropriate connection to the City’s sewer and bulkwater supply networks

Impact Management Outcomes: Effective provision of sewer and bulkwater services to the site, appropriate connections and measures must be

installed and no damage or adverse effects are to be experienced by the City’s existing networks as a result of the proposed depot connection

Standard Technical Requirements The applicant must advise the City’s Water and Sanitation Department when all conditions have been complied with,

in order to have the work inspected.


SITE CLEANUP AND REHABILITATION

Management Statement and objective: To prevent impacts on the environment as a result of the conclusion of construction activities and any related

impacts requiring rehabilitation actions prior to the contractors leaving the site.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances.

Site clean-up and rehabilitation The Contractor shall ensure that all temporary structures, equipment, materials, waste and facilities used for

construction purposes are removed upon completion of the project.

The site clean-up shall be to the satisfaction of the Engineer and the ECO.

The Contractor shall be responsible for rehabilitating areas identified by the ECO and the Engineer, particularly if

damage has been caused off site.

Landscaping should be implemented in accordance with the approved landscaping plan.

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3.11 PENALTIES AND BONUSES

Where the Contractor inflicts damage upon the environment or fails to comply with any of the

Environmental Specifications contained within this EMPr, he/she shall be liable to pay a

penalty for breach of the conditions of the Environmental Specifications which form part of

the works contract.

The Contractor is deemed NOT to have complied with these Environmental Specifications if:

There is evidence of contravention of the Environmental Specifications within the

boundaries of the site, site extensions and haul/ access roads;

Environmental damage ensues due to negligence;

The Contractor fails to comply with corrective or other instructions issued by the Engineer

with in a specific time; or

The Contractor fails to respond adequately to complaints from the public.

Penalties shall be issued per incident and per individual for the Contractor’s responsibility. The

amount of the penalty shall be determined by the Engineer, in consultation with the ECO. The

Engineer shall inform the Contractor of the contravention and he shall notify the consulting

quantity surveyor to deduct such a penalty from monies due under the Contract prior to the

issuing of the monthly payment certificates.

Payment of any penalties in terms of the contract shall not absolve the offender from being

liable from prosecution in terms of any law.

The following penalties (not an exclusive list) shall be issued in addition to any remedial costs

incurred as a result of non-compliance with the Environmental Specifications and shall be

imposed by the Engineer on the Contractor for contraventions of the Environmental

Specifications by individuals or operators employed by the Contractor and/or his sub-

contractors. Where there are ranges, the amount shall depend on the severity and extent of

the damage done to the environment, as indicated in the table below:

OFFENCE PENALTY

The Contractor is in contravention of the Offset Management Plan R500

A Contractor fails to inform the ECO/ Engineer immediately of events that

may cause serious environmental damage or breach the requirements of

the EMPr

R 100

The Contractor fails to produce Method Statements on identified aspects of

the project prior to commencement of that aspect

R 300

The Contractor’s Environmental Site File is incomplete/non-existent R 50

The Contractor fails to keep activities within the site boundaries R 200

Dust and/or erosion occurs because of lack of appropriate implementation

of mitigation measures

R 200

Green waste is not disposed of at an approved waste site or composting

facility

R50

Trespassing of people into no-go areas R 100

Trespassing of machinery or equipment into no-go areas/off-site R 500 – R 2

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OFFENCE PENALTY

Delivery drivers are off-loading without supervision R 50

Loads for transporting are unsecured or uncovered R 50

Temporary storage of fuel used for construction purposes is not within

specifications

R 100

Fuel is dispensed with the incorrect equipment R 50

Individuals are smoking in the vicinity of the fuel stores R 50

Appropriate safety signs (e.g. Danger) are not displayed R 50

There is a lack of firefighting equipment at the fuel stores R 100

The storage areas fail to comply with standard fire safety regulations R 200

Inadequate supply of material to absorb / breakdown and encapsulate

minor hydrocarbon spillage

R 50

An integrated waste management system is not established R 100

Waste is buried as a means of disposal R 200

There is evidence of littering R 20

Appropriate scavenger and weatherproof bins are not supplied R 50

Bins are overflowing R 50

Refuse is not removed or disposed of at an approved site R 100

Empty cement bags are not removed from the construction area and

placed under cover or discarded in the hazardous waste stream

R 100

Hazardous waste is not stored in an enclosed area R 100

Hazardous waste is not disposed of at a hazardous waste disposal facility R 200

Rubble is not appropriately stored in a skip or central stockpile R 100

Materials that do not constitute clean building rubble are stored at the

stockpiling site

R 50

An individual makes use of areas other than the designated facilities for

ablutions

R 50

Latrine facilities and first-aid services are not in a sanitary condition R 50

Insufficient provision of toilets R 100

Toilet waste (sewage) is discharged or buried in the environment R 300

Potential pollutants are not stored safely away to prevent pollution of ground

or surface water

R 200

Washing of vehicles or cement chutes occurs on site or in the vicinity R 100

Hazardous chemical substances are not stored in secondary containers R 200

Paint products, chemical additives or cleaners are being disposed of on site R 200 – R 500

Adequate sheds/ dry containers for the storage of materials are not

provided

R 100

Maintenance of plant occurs on site when only emergency maintenance is

permitted

R 200

Emergency maintenance is performed without efforts to prevent

contamination of the surrounding environment

R 100

Individuals fail to repair leaking equipment immediately R 100

Drip trays are not provided in construction areas under all relevant

plant/equipment

R 50

Effective silencing devices are not in use to reduce noise impacts R 50

Amplified music is heard on site R 50

Failure to provide environmental awareness training to all site personnel R 50

Necessary Information posters (procedures for ensuring compliance) are not R 50


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displayed

Lighting of fires occurs on site R 200 – R 10

000

Smoking occurs outside of designated areas R 20 – R 50

Unnecessary spillage of cement due to inadequate prevention measures, or

haphazard working procedures

R 50 – R 1 000

Spillage of cement products are not rectified to the satisfaction of the ECO R 50 – R 300

Cement is not stored in a suitable weatherproof location R 200

Polluted runoff is reaching groundwater/stormwater R 200 – R 1

000

Screening and suitable containment is not in place constructed in the

concrete batching area

R 100 – R 500

Hydrocarbon spills are not isolated, contained, cleared and rehabilitated R 100 – R 2

000

Appropriate safety precautions are not implemented R 20 – R 1 000

Unauthorised firearms are present on site R 1 000

Personnel other than security staff are living on site R 1 000

An individual is not attempting to protect natural features during

construction

R 50 – R 1 000

An individual’s activities are resulting in the removal or damage of flora R200

Animals are being trapped, poisoned, shot or harmed R 100 – R 5 00

Erosion or sedimentation caused by construction is not rectified R 400 – R 2

000

The ECO is not notified of heritage or archaeological remains found R 1 000

Trenching is conducted without the specified environmental specifications R 200

Failure to avoid stormwater impacts through the adequate protection of

stormwater inlets

R 100

Unapproved materials are used for landscaping (e.g. invasive plant seeds) R 50 – R 300

All elements of the site are not removed during clean-up for closure R 100 – R 500

A specialist is not employed for rehabilitation where necessary R 500

The site not fenced and/or demarcated as required R 300

The site is not fully secured R 50 – R 500

Water wastage R 100 – R 200

Method statements not appropriately and/or fully implemented R 50 – R 300

Speed limit on site not adhered to R 100

Note that for each subsequent similar offence, the penalty shall be doubled in value to a

maximum value of R 10 000.00. Where damage has been done to the environment, a

penalty equivalent in value to the cost of restoration plus 20% must be levied.

All monies collected through penalties shall be held an environmental fund by the Engineer

and be accounted for. A summary page is to be included with the monthly payment

certificates as a record of penalties issued to date. A portion of these funds may be used for

token monetary bonuses to individual site staff members that have shown exceptional

diligence in applying good environmental practice on the site. The remaining funds shall be

allocated for the purposes of contributing to environmental education efforts in the local

community e.g. for environmental books for the library, posters, excursions or trees for local


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schools or environmental resource material for the local public library. The Engineer, in

consultation with the ECO, Applicant and possibly the local authority, will make a final

decision regarding the precise allocation of all penalty funds. Documentation accounting for

all penalty funds obtained and how these funds were utilized shall be copied to the City of

Cape Town Municipality’s Environmental Resources Management Unit and DEA&DP, together

with the environmental closure documentation on completion of the project.

3.12 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

3.12.1 Basic Principles

No separate measurement and payment will be made to cover the costs of complying with

the provisions of these Environmental Specifications except in the case of the points noted

below and as scheduled items. Such costs shall be deemed to be covered by the rates

tendered for the items in the Schedule of Quantities completed by the Contractor when

submitting his tender.

Some of the important cost items have been listed below to assist the Contractor in making

provision for implementation of the Environmental Specifications. This list is by no means

exhaustive and should only be used as a guideline.

a. Protection of stock piles from blowing or washing away: The spraying or covering of

stockpiles, including the supply of the spray or cover material, as required.

b. Storage of fuel and oils and protection from leakage: The supply, construction,

installation, transport, upkeep and removal of all facilities required for storage and

management of fuel and oils.

c. Cement-laden water management: The supply, construction, installation, transport,

upkeep and removal of all facilities required for the management of wastewater from

concrete operations.

d. Contaminated water management: The supply, construction, installation, transport,

upkeep and removal of all facilities required for managing contaminated water.

e. Stormwater and flood management: The supply, construction, installation, transport,

upkeep and removal of all facilities required for managing storm water run-off from the

site and protection of works from flooding.

f. Bunding and management of run-off: The supply, construction, installation, transport,

upkeep and removal of all facilities required for bunding and managing the run-off from

workshop areas as well as all drip trays required.

g. Dust management: The supply, application, transport, upkeep and removal of all

materials required to ensure that dust is adequately controlled.

h. Solid waste management: The supply, application, transport, upkeep and removal of all

materials required to ensure that solid waste is adequately controlled (including a waste

sorting and recycling program).

i. Fire control: The supply, transport, upkeep and removal of all material required for fire

control.


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j. Eating areas: The supply, construction, installation, transport, upkeep and removal at the

end of the construction of all eating areas structures.

k. Ablutions: The supply, maintenance, regular emptying and removal of toilets.

l. Site demarcation: The supply, installation and removal at the end of the construction of

all temporary fences.

3.12.2 Scheduled items

(a) Provision of venue and staff attendance at the environmental awareness training course

The provision of a venue and attendance at the environmental training course will be

measured as a lump sum.

The sum shall cover all costs incurred by the Contractor in providing the venue and facilities

and in ensuring the attendance of all relevant employees and sub-contractors, at the

training.

(b) Method Statements: additional work

No separate measurement and payment will be made for the provision of Method

Statements but, where the Engineer requires a change on the basis of his opinion that the

proposal may result in, or carries a greater than warranted risk of damage to the environment

in excess of that warranted by the Environmental Specifications, then any additional work

required, provided it could not reasonably have been foreseen by an experienced

Contractor, shall be valued accordingly.

A stated sum is provided in the Schedule of Quantities to cover payment for such additional

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4. OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

4.1 SCOPE, RESPONSIBILITY, AUDITING AND REPORTING

The environmental specifications contained in this section address the requirements for

controlling the environmental impacts resulting from operational activities. As such, it contains

specifications for:

- Risk and incident (including pollution) management

- Resource use management – Water

- Resource use management – Energy

- Solid waste management

- Complaints management

- Protection soil and groundwater

- Employment Equity

- Visual and sense of place awareness and management

The responsibility of the implementation of Section 4 of the EMPr lies with the holder of the

Environmental Authorisation, namely the Applicant. The Applicant would also need to ensure

that whoever operates the depot is aware of the operational requirements of the EMPr. The

local and/or provincial environmental authorities may at any given time conduct site visits to

audit compliance with these specifications.

Compliance with the operational EMPr must be audited by an independent environmental

professional on a biennial (once every two years) basis. Audit reports must be submitted to

the DEADP.

4.2 OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

RISK AND INCIDENT MANAGEMENT PLAN

Management Statement and objective: To prevent incidents, guide the way in which

emergencies and/or environmental incidents are handled on site and remediate any

damage appropriately.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances, no injuries and no adverse

impacts on the environment as a result of emergency situations and/or environmental

incidents.

The filling area to be concreted and sloped towards a drain leading to a separator.


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A reputable company is to be used to ensure that properly trained operators are used

for the filling operation.

All spills are to be contained in separator and remove fuel from possible ignition

sources.

The fuel hoses are to be fitted with shear valves.

Risk reduction programmes are to be continually investigated. Any requirements by

the operator of the depot are to be considered in this regard.

The relevant Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the diesel included in Appendix 4

should be kept on site at all times.

All staff members must receive training in the requirements of this plan upon

commencement of the operational phase of the development. New staff members

shall also receive this training.

The risk assessment must be reviewed upon expiry (after 5 years), when the site or

surrounding conditions change or when the emergency plan was invoked for an

emergency, when there was a near hit (also erroneously known as a ‘near miss’) or

when there are changes in the neighbourhood (i.e. should housing be developed

adjacent to the site).

All required hazard and risk studies in terms of the OHS Act and its regulations must be

undertaken.

The results of any hazard and risk studies must be submitted to the relevant City of

Cape Town Municipality and the DEA&DP.

All recommendations emanating from these studies must be implemented.

Staff that will use and handle hazardous substances, fuels and chemicals must receive

the required training in this regard.

All the necessary personal protective equipment (gear) (PPE) must be issued to

employees.

All required health and safety signage must be displayed.

Washing of vehicles, windscreens etc. is strictly prohibited outside of areas demarcated

for that purpose.

A detailed Leak Protection Plan must be developed upon commencement of the

operation phase.

A detailed Emergency Plan must be developed upon commencement of the

operation phase.

An “emergency” shall be defined as an occurrence such as a fire, bomb threat,

product spillage, explosion, crash or a natural disaster (i.e. earthquake, floods etc.) that

could result in injury, loss of life or damage to property and the environment.

Although the detailed Emergency Plan would be compiled for the facility prior to the

commencement of operations, the following incident management measures should

be implemented/included:

o The operator’s appointed manager of the depot is responsible for the appointment

of an Emergency Controller and the necessary control personnel to lead the

following action groups:

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Evacuation Group;

Fire Group; and

First Aid Group.

o These groups should have their own teams to effectively complete their tasks.

o The Emergency Controller should also be responsible for the liaison with the security

personnel in order to obtain registers of people who have accessed the site.

o The responsibilities of the Emergency Controllers will be as follows:

Emergency planning;

Revision of emergency plans on a regular basis;

Designation of emergency personnel;

Training of emergency personnel;

Emergency communications;

Emergency exercises/drills;

Assume overall command during the emergency; and

Provide the emergency services with details relating to the emergency.

o The Evacuation and Deputy Evacuation Leader are responsible to the Emergency

Controller and shall have the following responsibilities:

Line Leaders to report to Evacuation Leaders with their lines.

Ensure that roll-call sheets for employees are up to date;

Request notification of absenteeism from the relevant section heads;

Ensure that evacuation takes place in an orderly fashion;

Ensure that evacuation is done via the safest route;

Ensure that public areas, offices, toilets, storage areas, etc. are physically

checked for people;

Close doors in the event of fire evacuation and open doors if evacuation is

as a result of a bomb threat; and

Report to the Emergency Controller on a regular basis.

o The Fire Team Leader is responsible to the Emergency Controller for the following:

Ensure that breathing apparatus is readily available for search of the

building;

Control or extinguish fire without endangering the lives of the team

members;

Conduct visual searches to identify suspicious objects;

Organise fire teams and their equipment;

Assist the Emergency Services if requested to do so;

Close down of services (electricity, gas, water or air), if required; and

Report to the Emergency Controller on a regular basis.

o The First Aid team leader is responsible to the Emergency Controller for the

following:

Collect first-aid equipment and organise teams to assemble outside at a

safe area;

Assess the situation;

Ensure treatment of the injured;

Report to the Emergency Controller on a regular basis; and

Ensure the adequate training of the first aid team.

o The following procedure should be followed after an emergency:


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The team leaders must inform the Emergency Controller either verbally or in

writing concerning their duties.

Damage assessment reports must be compiled and forwarded to the

Manager.

The Emergency Controller shall inform the relatives of any injured person or

employee.

o Emergency contact numbers are to be on display and clearly visible at a number

of points throughout the site.

o Emergency Assembly points are to be clearly signed on the site. These points are to

be located away from the underground storage tanks and the refuelling area.

o No fires shall be permitted on site.

o Smoking shall not be permitted in those areas where it is a fire hazard. Notices are

to be prominently displayed prohibiting smoking in such areas.

o A fire evacuation route is to be clearly demarcated and kept clear of obstruction

at all times. The Manager shall ensure that employees are aware of the procedure

to be followed in the event of a fire.

o The Manager shall ensure that all offices, kitchen areas, storage areas, and any

other areas identified in the detailed Emergency Plan with tested and approved

firefighting equipment. Firefighting equipment is to be maintained in good working

order to the satisfaction of the local fire authorities.

o The Manager shall ensure that employees are aware of the procedure to be

followed for dealing with spills and leaks, which shall include notifying the relevant

authorities if the spill is significant and poses a risk to the surrounding property.

o The site shall have a supply of absorbent material (i.e. spill kits) readily available to

absorb any emergency hydrocarbon spills, and where possible be designed to

encapsulate minor hydrocarbon spillage.

o In the event of a fuel leak or spill:

Upon discovery of a minor fuel leak, the employees should:

Advise the supervisor/manager immediately;

Get another employee to notify the Facilities/Operations manager;

Switch off any source of ignition; and

Warn fellow employees.

When there is a large fuel spill, the actions above should be taken with the

additional activation of the fire alarm.

Note the wind direction and do not move downwind of the leak. All

employees and patrons/visitors must stay away from the area of the fuel

leak.

Evacuate the building in a calm and orderly manner and go to the

assembly point.

Ensure all visitors leave the building and assist any who may struggle (e.g.

elderly, disabled).

Call the fire brigade or ambulance if necessary.

All employees will follow instructions given to them by senior management,

security personnel or the fire brigade and ambulance staff.

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o In the event of a fire/explosion emergency:

In the event of a minor fire which poses no threat to employees, the

employee should:

ask another employee to tell the facilities/operations manager

about the fire;

activate the fire alarm, manually if it has not yet activated; and

douse the fire with a suitable fire extinguisher.

In the event of a large fire or an explosion being discovered, the employee

should:

inform security and the facilities/operations manager, and

Switch on the fire alarm.

If possible and where there is no danger to life, all fuel and electrical

equipment must be switched off.

Advise the supervisor and/or manager as soon as possible.

If instructed, evacuate the building in a calm and orderly manner, and go

to the assembly point.

Call the fire brigade or ambulance if necessary.

Ensure all visitors are escorted out of the building.

No employee should discuss the incident with any news reporter or

members of the public.

All employees should follow instructions given to them by senior

management, security personnel or the fire brigade and ambulance staff.

o In the event of a bomb threat:

Remain calm.

Call the South African Police services.

All staff to obey instructions of senior management, security staff or the

South African Police Services. Do not touch anything.

Only evacuate the building if instructed by the manager or South African

Police to do so.

In the case of evacuation, ensure that all patrons/visitors are safely

evacuated from the site.

Open all windows and doors where possible.

LEAK PROTECTION PLAN

Management Statement and Objective: To minimize and avoid leak and emissions of

petro chemical fuels from the Bus Depot and refuelling station.

Impact Management Outcomes: The emission of Volatile Organic Compounds into the air

and the leakage of the petrochemicals into freshwater, surface and ground resources is

minimized and avoided.

The full Wet Stock & Leak Management Programme (to be included in the Final BAR

submission as an appendix to the EMPr) establishes standards, behaviors, processes and

tools to manage wet stock, assist to identify fuel product leaks, and help to ensure product

integrity and quality through active fuel product stewardship. The program requires the


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LEAK PROTECTION PLAN

relevant design and construction standards to be adopted, tools to be used and records

to be maintained, as well as the use of technology (where applicable), which will track

wet stock reconciliation, and incidents.

The program will be developed to:

- Safeguard the environment from potential fuel leaks and contamination

- Assist the operator in better controlling/managing their wet stock

- Help identify equipment leaks and losses at the earliest possible opportunity

- Identify potential product delivery issues such as short deliveries

- Expose wet stock reconciliation errors

- Provide indication of presence of non-certified products and contaminations

- Assist in the investigation and resolution of product quality issues

- Provide a process and guidance for incident reporting and mitigation

This programme identifies key areas for strategic intervention focused primarily on the

Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) and provides guidance on the specification, operation

and installation of this new below-ground fuel infrastructure for the bus depot. A

description of the roles and responsibilities of the various parties involved with these

activities will be provided in the plan.

As this bus depot project is still in its early stages, the programme sets a firm foundation for

a more detailed leak management plan to be developed once the outcome and

conditions of the environmental, spatial planning and design, fuel product supply

agreement and site licence processes have been finalised.

VAPOUR RECOVERY SYSTEMS & FUGITIVE EMISSIONS AND ODOUR MANAGEMENT PLAN

Management Statement and Objective: To facilitate the capture of vapour from fuels

during tank refilling and spraying of vehicles,

Impact Management Outcomes: Reduce the emission of toxic and harmful gaseous

compounds including VOCs.

Stage I vapour recovery systems should be installed at filler points to capture vapour

from the underground storage tanks during refilling.

Stage II vapour recovery systems should be installed at fuel dispensing points, to

capture vapour from vehicle fuel tanks during fuelling.

It is further required that a fugitive and odour management plan be compiled

subsequent to authorisation by the developer of the site, for approval by the City’s Air

Quality Management Unit and for inclusion in the operational EMPr. The plan should

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VAPOUR RECOVERY SYSTEMS & FUGITIVE EMISSIONS AND ODOUR MANAGEMENT PLAN

The Spray booth for the Bus Depot must comply with The City of Cape Town's Air

Management By-Jaw 2016. The Booth must be fitted with suitable mechanical

ventilation system and tilted with suitable air pollution abatement filters as to ensure

efficient removal and control of point overspray, particulate and volatile fumes or

vapours. Plans for Mechanical Ventilation system must be submitted for the approval

of City Health Senior Mechanical Engineer.

RESOURCE USE MANAGEMENT PLAN - WATER

Management Statement and objective: To facilitate the efficient use of water resources on

the site.

Impact Management Outcomes: No water wastage.

Dry clean-up measures (use of brooms, vacuums, etc.) for buildings must be standard

practice and should be undertaken before resorting to water–based cleaning. If

required, ensure that the minimum amount of water is used in cleaning tasks.

Compile a checklist of equipment / fittings / sanitary ware that uses water and

conduct monthly leak detection inspections.

Repair dripping faucets and any water leaks immediately upon detection.

Employees must be encouraged to report leaks and be trained on the importance of

water efficiency.

Gardens and landscaped areas should be watered before 10h00 and after 16h00.

Watering of gardens and landscaped areas should occur a maximum of four times per

week.

Water restrictions as imposed from time to time by the local authority By-Laws must be

adhered to.

A water awareness programme should, where possible, be implemented within the

development (e.g. notifications in rest rooms to use water sparingly).

RESOURCE USE MANAGEMENT PLAN – ELECTRICITY (ENERGY CONSERVATION PLAN)

Management Statement and objective: To facilitate the efficient use of electricity on the

site, specifically in relation to housekeeping activities.

Impact Management Outcomes: No wastage of electricity/energy

All energy using equipment must be fitted with invertor based motors, where possible.

All electrical equipment must be maintained in a good working condition.

All light fittings must be energy efficient (e.g. low voltage, or compact fluorescent

lights).

The facility must keep up with new technologies / industry standards that exist for

energy efficiency in terms of pumping of fuel.


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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN

Management Statement and objective: To prevent pollution associated with the

generation and temporary storage of general waste, hazardous waste and litter

generated by the workforce on site.

Impact Management Outcomes: No non-conformances and no pollution of soil,

groundwater and/or stormwater as a result of waste generation and management

activities.

When the operator has confirmed the means of solid waste removal from site, this

information is to be provided to the DEA&DP.

General waste generated during the operational phase will comprise typical domestic

waste generated by administrative and housekeeping operations as well as waste

associated with convenience stores and take-away food outlets, such as paper, lunch

wrappers, packaging material etc. The hazardous waste will comprise of empty oil

cans / tins, oily rags, spent fluorescent tubes, etc.

An integrated waste management system must be implemented and this must be

underpinned by the following waste management hierarchy:

All general waste material (e.g. non-hazardous waste) should be contained in lined

general waste bins.

Any hazardous waste will be stored in separate lined waste bins. The bins would be

marked as hazardous and flammable.

Note that hazardous waste volumes are not to exceed 20kg per day.

Windblown litter from the waste storage and sorting areas must be monitored and

removed from adjacent properties on a daily basis.

COMPLAINTS MANAGEMENT PLAN

Management Statement and objective: To ensure complaints receive due attention

and prevent similar complaints in the future

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COMPLAINTS MANAGEMENT PLAN

Impact Management Outcomes: No unresolved complaints

A complaints register must be opened.

All complaints received must be logged.

Valid complaints must be analysed by means of a root cause analysis to understand

the underlying causes.

A preventative action plan must be developed.

The complainant must receive feedback on how the complaint was dealt with and

resolved.

PROTECTION OF SOIL AND GROUNDWATER RESOURCES

Management Statement and objective: To ensure the on-going protection for local soil

and groundwater.

Impact Management Outcomes: Zero pollution or contamination of the soil and

groundwater both on and off-site.

Ensure that the Stormwater Management Plan is implemented and that stormwater

flows from the site into the depression to the south south-west of the site on the

Swartklip Waste Transfer Station’s property.

Water quality amelioration measures required in the stormwater management plan

are to be implemented.

Stormwater drains should be regularly checked and cleared of any blockage.

Pollution prevention measures should be regularly reviewed in terms of efficiency and

adequacy.

The installation and maintenance of oil and grit separators for the stormwater drains

should be considered.

Measures with a high level of safety must be implemented. Such measures include:

Regular checks of leak monitoring sensors and pipelines to ensure that no leakages

occur.

Regular clearing of each pump sump.

Immediately repair burst or ripped hoses.

Measures to prevent over-filling of tanks must be regularly inspected.

Spill kits must be available on site in case a spill should occur.

Detailed stock inventory must also take place and this will provide an indication if

leaks are occurring.

The stormwater system should be regularly checked for blockages and unexpected

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PROTECTION OF SOIL AND GROUNDWATER RESOURCES

The relevant authorities will need to be notified immediately if a spill does occur.

Pollution of the soil (ground) as a result of any leakage from the fuel storage tanks will

cause the area to be considered “as contaminated land”. If any remediation is to take

place, note that the contaminated soil will be registered as hazardous waste and must

then be treated or disposed of in compliance with the National Environmental

Management : Waste Act (Act No.59 of 2008) (NEM:WA), as amended.

The measures below are only to be considered should the stormwater be required to be

discharged into either W1 or W2 as described in Section 1.5.3 above. Note that this is not

the preferred alternative and therefore very unlikely to be the case.

Contamination of the wetland should be reported to the relevant authorities

(Department of Water and Sanitation, City of Cape Town and DEA&DP) immediately.

All vehicle and parking / loading / engineering areas prone to the accumulation of

fuels, oils, lubricants or other substances likely to include contaminants of concern

must be managed so that their runoff is passed into the sewers and not into the

stormwater system.

Stormwater runoff for at least two storm events must be sampled each year and their

quality assessed.

The litter and sediment trapping devices for the stormwater system must be

maintained such that they do not block or allow for the passage of trapped materials

into the downstream wetlands.

Litter must be removed from the western wetlands on at least a quarterly basis.

Annual sampling of wetland water quality and sediment should take place, at the

point of discharge into the wetlands, and samples should be analysed for key heavy

metals (sulfur compounds and fuel additives, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides,

particulate matter and heavy metals such as Arsenic, Mercury, Selenium, Cadmium,

Chromium, Copper, Nickel, Lead and Zinc.) – in the event that concentrations or

loading of any of these metals approaches thresholds for chronic toxicity (see DWAF

1996), then appropriate measures must be taken to address pollution at source.

The existing road across W1 should be retained as a protection against at least direct

surface flows – excavation of degraded terrestrial areas north of and around W2 may

be considered to prevent the spread of flows into W1.

Long-term removal of alien vegetation from any wetland areas utilised for stormwater

management, extending to at least a 30m radius is required.

An Operational Phase Management Plan should be implemented for the long-term

management of the wetlands.

Pollution prevention measures should be regularly reviewed in terms of efficiency and

adequacy at protecting the wetland.


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EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

Management Statement and objective: To provide opportunities for local previously

disadvantaged individuals

Impact Management Outcomes: Employment is to go to previously disadvantaged

groups as far as possible

Labour to be sought from local communities (i.e. Mitchells Plain, etc.) as far as

possible, particularly for unskilled labour.

Beyond local communities, labour should be sourced from the greater Cape Town

area as far as possible, particularly with regard to skilled labour.

VISUAL AND SENSE OF PLACE AWARENESS AND MANAGEMENT

Management Statement and objective: To ensure that the site maintains an appropriate

sense of place for both employees on site and surrounding land users.

Impact Management Outcomes: Zero incidents of complaints and buffer area to be

well maintained at all times.

Significant changes in the landscaping plan are to be submitted to City of Cape

Town for approval, prior to the implementation thereof.

Updated and approved versions should be sent to the Department of Environmental

Affairs and Development Planning for their records.

PROTECTION OF BOTANICAL RESOURCES

Management Statement and objective: To prevent loss of significant botanical resources

and to encourage further biodiversity on and around the site.

Impact Management Outcomes: Improvements to biodiversity on and around the site.

The applicant, and in turn, the operator of the depot, must be responsible for

ongoing alien invasive vegetation management on site and must keep the site area

permanently clear of alien invasive vegetation.


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5. DECOMMISSIONING ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

5.1 SCOPE, RESPONSIBILITY, AUDITING, REPORTING AND ENVIRONMENTAL

SPECIFICATIONS

The environmental specifications contained in this section address the requirements for

controlling the environmental impacts resulting from decommissioning activities. The impacts

anticipated would be similar to that of the construction phase, therefore the same

requirements as detailed in section 3 will apply.

The particular Environmental Management specifications/issues which would apply include

the following:

Waste Management;

Pollution Prevention- for Soil, Groundwater, and Stormwater;

Management of Cultural-Historical Finds;

Noise Management;

Dust Management;

Aesthetics (Visual);

Hazardous Substances Management;

Site Access, Access Routes, and Traffic Management;

Site Health and Safety and Procurement of Contract Staff;

Incident Management;

Limitation of Resource Use; and

Site Clean-up and Rehabilitation.

In addition, the possibility of contamination through leakages in the fuel tanks may exist,

therefore, the following specifications are to be adhered to:

Prior to commencement of the decommissioning phase, a contamination specialist is to

be appointed to assess the site;

Following the site assessment, a decommissioning plan specifically for the tanks is to be

compiled for approval by the necessary authorities; and

The decommissioning activities are to be carried out according to the decommissioning

plan and are to be audited regularly by a suitably qualified specialist, such as an ECO.

Should the assessment find that the land is contamination, the latest requirements of

applicable legislation should be consulted with respect to contaminated land.

Given the fact that the decommissioning of the depot is not currently planned, it is unknown

when, or if, decommissioning will take place. Therefore, upon the decision by the relevant

authority to decommission the depot, the EMPr would need to be reviewed and revised in

order to ensure that it remains relevant. The revision would be carried out through the

required legislative process, if applicable and consideration should be given to contemporary


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best-practice, the latest technology and the surrounding context when providing mitigation

measures.

Decommissioning activities may only commence upon approval of the revised EMPr by the

relevant authority.


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APPENDIX 1


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Doc Ref: IRTDEP003

20 October 2016

PROPOSED IRT KHAYELITSHA AND MITCHELLS PLAIN DEPOTS, KHAYELITSHA BASIC

ASSESSMENT: BIODIVERSITY OFFSET MEETING

MINUTES MEETING DATE: 18 October 2016

VENUE: City of Cape Town Westlake Conservation Office

Steenberg Road

Westlake

TIME: 14h30 – 15h45

ARRANGED BY: Chand

CHAIR: Ms. Marielle Penwarden

1. ATTENDEES

FULL NAME INITIAL ORGANISATION

Ms. Patricia Holmes PH City of Cape Town: Environmental Resource

Management

Mr. Courage Karenyi CK SVA (Client’s Project Manager Representative)

Ms. Cordia Louw CL SVA (Client’s Architect Representative)

Ms. Sadia Chand SC Chand Environmental Consultants (Environmental

Assessment Practitioner)

Ms. Marielle Penwarden MP Chand Environmental Consultants (Environmental

Assessment Practitioner)

Ms. Natalie Billings NB City of Cape Town (TCT)

Mr. Clive Griffiths CG City of Cape Town (TCT)

Ms. Kathrin Krause KK TKL (Clients Landscape Architect Representative)

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2. AGENDA

Welcome and Introduction (MP)

Project History and Description (MP, CL, CK)

Botanist’s Findings (MP)

Proposed Landscaping Interventions (MP, TK, CL)

Discussion on Appropriate Offset (ALL)

Other (ALL)

Close

3. DISCUSSION

3.1. Welcome and Introduction

a) All attendees introduced themselves and MP initiated the meeting.

3.2. Project History and Description

a) MP indicated that the location of the two sites for the proposed depots is along Spine

Road in Khayelitsha (refer to Figure 11).

Figure 11 Location of depot sites

b) MP explained the history of the project by highlighting that initially, two sites further

west of the current preferred sites were considered. However during discussions with

PH, it came to light that the sites were located within an Other Ecological Support

Area (OESA) and, crucially, the sites were partially located in what City Environmental

Resource Management (ERM) considers an important ecological corridor. MP

summarised the previous liaison with PH explaining that PH had indicated a corridor

width of at least 200m would be required and that, although the ideal corridor would

be that indicated in dark green in Figure 12, the corridor as represented by the blue

lines in Figure 12 would also be acceptable, provided the minimum width would be


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maintained throughout and that the appropriate edge conditions would be

established at the site boundary abutting the corridor. MP summarised that, in order

to preserve the corridor and ensure the appropriate site size, alternative sites were

selected (refer to those indicated in Figure 11).

Figure 12 Initial site location and corridors required by ERM

c) MP described the proposed development as two IRT bus depots which would be

required to accommodate approximately 300 buses each and service the

surrounding community with efficient, safe public transport. She added that the

design requirements (most notably that of extensive hard surfaces) of the depots are

driven primarily by the need for space for buses to turn, drive and park (i.e. staging) as

well as for the safety of pedestrian movement through the site. CL added that typical

activities at a bus depot would include refuelling, washing, workshops, parking, as well

as admin and security buildings and that the site area has been kept to the minimum

possible area which could effectively support those activities. MP summarised that,

given the specific requirements and space constraints highlighted above, it is not

possible to include significant green spaces in the design of the proposed depots.

d) CL highlighted that additional factors considered when identifying the ideal location

for the proposed sites include the maximisation of dead space in a location which

could service both the Mitchells Plain and Khayelitsha communities as well as current

spatial planning constraints which aim to maintain the current central business districts

(CBDs) and their associated mix of uses (which would not be congruent with a bus

depot as it is not considered an active or commercial use) in order to prevent urban

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e) CL also emphasised the constraints placed on both of the sites by the level difference

which divides them (Site 1 is located upslope of Site 2). PH inquired as to whether the

slope/ridge was a natural formation and NB indicated that it may have been natural

to some extent, but that it is likely that it would have been altered. KK supported the

point by adding that Site 2 had previously housed a golf course.

f) PH noted that Site 2 is located in close proximity to the calcrete ridge which runs from

north to south towards the coastline.

3.3. Botanist’s Findings

a) MP explained that Mr. Nick Helme, an independent botanist, had conducted an

impact assessment on the anticipated botanical impacts of the proposed IRT Depots

(note that the full report had been provided to PH on 14 October 2016, prior to the

meeting). She summarised the findings as follows:

The sites are located within an OESA and contain Cape Flats Dune Strandveld

vegetation;

There is clear evidence of recent and historic disturbance to the sites in the

form of burning, grazing and illegal dumping;

There were no species of conservation concern found on the sites and the

likelihood of their presence is low;

The sites are considered to be of low to medium botanical sensitivity;

Site 1 is estimated to house approximately 25% indigenous vegetation of low to

medium sensitivity, which equates to 17,908m2, approximately 1.8ha;

Site 2 is estimated to house approximately 15% indigenous vegetation of low to

medium sensitivity, which equated to 10,724m2, approximately 1.1ha;

The impacts of the proposed development would be the permanent loss of

approximately 28,632m2 (i.e. 2.86ha) of low to medium sensitivity vegetation

and the loss of moderate ecological connectivity;

The anticipated impact of the permanent loss of vegetation is considered to

be medium negative without mitigation and low negative with mitigation,

while the anticipated impact of the loss of moderate ecological connectivity

through the site is considered medium negative as it cannot be mitigated;

and

In order to mitigate the loss of vegetation, it has been recommended that an

appropriate biodiversity offset be agreed upon with ERM.

b) MP summarised that the reason for the current meeting stems from the requirement for

a suitable biodiversity offset and reiterated that it is the goal of the team that the

outcome of this meeting would be a resolution on a suitable offset, or at least a

number of viable alternatives for further investigation.

3.4. Landscaping Interventions

a) MP stated that the findings of the botanical impact assessment inspired the team to

generate creative solutions for landscaping with the intention of preserving the local

flora and providing some north-south ecological connections (albeit they would be

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fauna). MP added that the botanist had also recommended a list of appropriate

plant species for use in the landscaping.

b) MP gestured to Figure 13 and explained that, in spite of the extensive hard surfaces

required for the proposed depots, there would be certain areas on and around the

sites which would be affected by the construction activities, but that could not be

formally incorporated into the functional aspects of the depots. She added that these

areas would need to be rehabilitated and that they would provide an opportunity for

the landscaping solutions described in 3.4(a) above.

Figure 13 Areas which would be disturbed by construction activities

c) CL referred to Figure 14 (note that labels A, B, C, and D have been added post-

meeting for clarity in the minutes) as she explained the details of the intention for each

of the various landscaping areas. The intentions are summarised as follows:

A- This edge would respond to Mew and Spine Roads in terms of the maximum height

of vegetation required, however it would foster the connection to the Open

Space (and lookout point) to the east along the northern edge of the site,

westwards along Spine Road. Some works to the road such as the provision of

non-motorised transport (NMT) routes/linkages for the improvement of access and

safety to the area would also be required;

B- In addition to the improvements required along Spine Road, the landscaping in this

stretch of land would respond to the CBA to the north;


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C- The landscaping in this zone would form recreational spaces for staff rather than a

“natural” area, however the area would still be green;

D- A significant amount of landscaping could be established within the level drop/

slope between the two sites with the intention of providing a natural north-south

connection;

E- This area provides an opportunity for an additional natural north-south connection

as well as for collaboration with the Swartklip Waste Transfer Station should they

wish to expand the width of the landscaped area.

Figure 14 Key landscaping areas

d) PH enquired as to the maximum width of the “corridors” and KK confirmed that they

would not be greater than approximately 30m.

e) PH said the site would not be regarded as an open space for free movement of fauna

and the connections would not function as ecological corridors, likely only supporting

some flora and certain small birds. MP confirmed that the botanist stated that the

impacts identified and significance thereof would not be affected by the proposed

landscaping interventions.

f) CL highlighted that a significant challenge or constraint with respect to biodiversity

and landscaping on site is the management thereof during the operational phase of

the development. She added that the operators of the depots and buses would be

tasked with the efficient management of the depot and buses rather than the


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management of biodiversity on site. She also highlighted the fact that the challenge

becomes greater if the biodiversity or landscaped areas are off-site. CL summarised

that the team is eager to implement effective measures in support of biodiversity, but

that the project is limited with regard to maintenance given the nature of the

proposed development.

3.5. Discussion on Appropriate Offset

a) PH provided background to the concept of offsets and biodiversity requirements by

explaining the nature of and need for ecological corridors. She stated that ecological

corridors are particular areas of land which are required for ecological processes to

continue and thrive as they would naturally. She explained that the minimum width

requirements for ecological corridors in particular bioregions may differ and indicated

that Strandveld requires a minimum corridor width of 200m. She further illustrated the

point by providing a comparative width requirement of 300m for fire-based systems.

She also noted that the widths are determined by the need for fire management as

well as the movement of large fauna (e.g. buck).

b) PH added that spatial planning in Cape Town is particularly challenging as there is a

great need for housing, however Cape Town is the most species rich (in terms of flora)

city in the world and houses significant endemic species. PH went further to state that

Cape Town is known in biodiversity circles as the “Extinction Capital”, emphasising the

importance of protecting local biodiversity.

c) PH described the importance of the local bioregion, Strandveld, in support of the

motivation behind the concept of an offset requirement for development in sensitive

areas. She introduced an initiative which was carried out by ERM, namely the

Conservation Implementation Plan for Strandveld in the Metro South-East (henceforth

referred to as the “CIP”). She explained the target for conservation of Strandveld is

24% and that the aim of the CIP is to identify and implement appropriate

management measures for areas which should be conserved (refer to Figure 15),

areas which may be developed with suitable mitigation (refer to Figure 16) and areas

which could have a mixture of development and conservation use (refer to

d) Figure 17). She also provided a number of maps to illustrate these goals, noting that

they have been updated since the publication of the CIP in 2012 (refer to Figure 15,

Figure 16, and

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Figure 15 Strandveld conservation areas (source: Ms. Patricia Holmes, 2016)

PH further emphasized that the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development

Planning (DEA&DP) require adequate biodiversity mitigation to be implemented in order to

authorise applications. She added that she is aware of housing applications which have not

been granted because of poor and inadequate biodiversity mitigation measures.


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Figure 16 Strandveld areas for development with mitigation (source: Ms. Patricia Holmes, 2016)


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Figure 17 Strandveld areas for mixed development and conservation (source: Ms. Patricia Holmes,

2016)

f) PH indicated that, with regard to the offset, the ideal solution would be for the

applicant to purchase a piece of land of equal size for which Strandveld has been lost

(i.e. 2.86ha as described in 3.3(a) above) and manage it as a conservation area in

perpetuity. CL reiterated that the applicant and the operator of the sites would not

be able to manage an area in perpetuity as it is not the mandate or specialty of

Transport for Cape Town (TCT) or the operator. CL encouraged the team to consider

alternative solutions where management in perpetuity is not the responsibility of the

applicant or operator. CK explained that it would be possible, however, to

manage/rehabilitate land during the construction phase, prior to handover to the

operator, which would extend approximately two years. CG also noted that it may be

challenging for TCT to purchase land as they do not own any land as a department.

PH suggested that TCT discuss the option of purchasing land with Property

Management as a precedent has been set by certain housing projects.

g) A solution to the need for management in perpetuity was discussed and PH suggested

that TCT could buy a suitably sized property adjacent to an area which is already

managed by ERM and the management thereof would merely be taken over by ERM.

CL asked which areas nearby are top conservation priority and being managed by

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Wolfgat (“A” in Figure 18);

Macassar Dunes (“B” in Figure 18);

The conservation area east of Macassar Dunes (“C” in Figure 18); and

The coastal strip north-west of Strand (“D” in Figure 18).

Figure 18 Conservation areas managed by ERM where land could be purchased as an offset,

excerpt of map in Figure 15 (Note areas A to D were pointed out during the meeting and not

mapped as above. The labels have been added to provide clarity in the minutes.)

h) PH further illustrated the example of the “Atlantis Land Bank” whereby the City of

Cape Town has purchased key biodiversity land outside the urban edge and in the

Dassenberg Coastal Catchment Partnership (DCCP) to serve as a mechanism to

facilitate development. Therefore whatever biodiversity that would be lost to

development in Atlantis would be offset by the land bank and the sustainability and

management of biodiversity would continue as the City owns and manages the land.

PH added that developers would then merely contribute appropriately to the land

bank to offset the biodiversity which would be lost as a result of their developments.

PH also noted that this example further illustrates the possibility of Property

Management purchasing the land required as an offset for the proposed IRT Bus

Depots.

i) PH explained that another option typically implemented by private developers is the

payment of a suitable sum (which would be able to cover the costs of rehabilitating

an area of land equivalent to that which has been lost) to the Cape Town

Environmental Education Trust. She added that the fund is audited and is interest

bearing, which covers the ongoing maintenance costs such that the payment from

the applicant/developer is once-off. CG acknowledge the alternative, however

indicated that the City of Cape Town is not a private developer and would not be


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permitted to pay funds into a private account, therefore this alternative would not be

viable.

j) PH responded that a donation could also be made to another fund run by ERM for

alien invasive clearing, which would likely be an acceptable solution to the City’s

financial processes and policies.

k) MP suggested whether an alternative to land purchase and donations could be

investigated in the form of supporting existing attempts at rehabilitation in the area in

order to strengthen the biodiversity, integrity and sustainability of existing corridors,

such as providing top soil and suitable plants for the rehabilitation of the closed landfill

at the Swartklip Waste Transfer Station. PH agreed that this would assist, but was

hesitant to confirm that it would be an appropriate offset to accommodate the loss of

biodiversity anticipated as a result of the proposed depots if carried out in isolation.

She further added that the preferred approach would remain the purchase and

rehabilitation of an equivalent portion of land. CL and KK both confirmed that there

would be significant volumes of topsoil resulting from the proposed development

which could be provided to support this. CL stated that the team is not aware of the

costs involved in rehabilitation, but that a quote would be obtained in order to confirm

this figure.

l) CK stated that on another project a specialist was contracted to rehabilitate (which

included tasks such as continued alien clearing, planting of suitable vegetation and

ensuring that the vegetation is established) a certain area of land during the

construction phase, prior to handover, and that a similar approach could be

investigated in this regard instead of purchasing land or making a financial donation.

PH agreed that the approach would be appropriate and that ERM would then take

over the management of the site once the initial groundwork for rehabilitation has

been done, as the work would be done on land already managed by ERM. CK

committed to obtaining a quote from such a specialist to determine what the

rehabilitation of 2.86ha of Strandveld would cost and PH confirmed that, in terms of

offsets, a one-to-one ratio applies to Strandveld within the urban edge. PH confirmed

that any of the areas managed by ERM identified in 3.3(a) above would be suitable.

m) SC summarised the key actions and viable offset alternatives as follows:

No. Offset Alternative for Consideration Action/s Required Responsible

Party

1 Purchase 2.86ha of land in the CIP

and conduct initial rehabilitation

while ERM would take over the

management thereof.

1(i) Engagement with Property

Management to explore the

possibility of land purchasing.

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2 Improvements to the rehabilitation

of the calcrete ridge corridor along

the Swartklip Waste Transfer Station

property

2(i) Investigate the volume of

topsoil that would be available

from the sites

CL/CK

2(ii) Investigate the cost of

rehabilitation of an area of 2.86

ha of Strandveld by obtaining a

quote from a specialist.

CK

3 Donate a suitable amount of money

to ERM’s alien clearing fund.

3(i) Internal investigation within

the City to determine whether

this is a possibility.

TCT/Applicant

3(ii) Establish appropriate sum

for donation according to

quote obtained as per 2(ii)

above.

CK

4 Appoint a contractor to rehabilitate

2.86ha of Strandveld in an area

currently managed by ERM for the

duration of the construction phase

of the project to be handed over to

ERM for ongoing maintenance as

the land would be located in ERM-

managed areas.

4(i) Investigate the cost of such

an exercise as per 2(ii) above.

CK

n) All agreed to the actions and PH offered her time for further discussion and/or

meetings where required.

3.6. Other

a) No other points were discussed.

3.7. Close

a) The meeting was closed at 15:45.

EMPr Mitchells Plain Bus Depot (Site 2) on Erven 54372 and Re/18370 along Spine Road, Khayelitsha April 2017

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APPENDIX 2

METHOD STATEMENT TEMPLATE

METHOD STATEMENT

CONTRACT: ___________________ DATE: ___________________

PROPOSED ACTIVITY (give title of Method Statement and reference number from the EMPR):

WHAT WORK IS TO BE UNDERTAKEN (give a brief description of the works):


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WHERE ARE THE WORKS TO BE UNDERTAKEN (where possible, provide an annotated plan and a full description of the extent of the works):

START AND END DATE OF THE WORKS FOR WHICH THE METHOD STATEMENT IS REQUIRED:


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HOW ARE THE WORKS TO BE UNDERTAKEN (provide as much detail as possible, including annotated maps and plans where possible):

Note: please give too much information rather than too little. Please ensure that issues such as emergency procedures, hydrocarbon management, wastewater management, access, individual responsibilities, materials, plant used, maintenance of plant, protection of natural features etc. are covered where relevant

Start Date: End Date:


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DECLARATIONS

1) RESPONSIBLE OFFICER (ECO/ ESO)

The work described in this Method Statement, if carried out according to the methodology described, is satisfactorily mitigated to prevent avoidable environmental harm:

____________________ ____________________

(signed) (print name)

Dated: ____________________

2) PERSON UNDERTAKING THE WORKS (Contractor)

I understand the contents of this method statement and the scope of the works required of me. I further understand that this method statement may be amended on application to other signatories and that the ECO/ ESO will audit my compliance with the contents of this method statement. I understand that this method statement does not absolve me from any of my obligations or responsibilities in terms of the Contract.

____________________ ____________________

(signed) (print name)

Dated: ____________________

3) EMPLOYER (i.e. Developer/ Owner/Project Manager)

The works described in this method statement are approved.

___________________ ___________________ __ ______________________

(signed) (print name) (designation)

Dated: _______________


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APPENDIX 3

UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK SPECIFICATIONS


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APPENDIX 4

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET FOR DIESEL

(This must be provided by the company

contracted to supply Diesel to the IRT Depots)

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