DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT ASSESSMENT
REPORT FOR
THE PROPOSED EXPANSION PROJECT
(BY CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT & ADDITION OF NEW PRODUCTS) “PARTICLE BOARD@ 2400 MT/MONTH AND SYNTHETIC ORGANIC RESINS (BONDING GLUE) @850 MT/MONTH”
UNDER ACTIVITY OF 5(F) SYNTHETIC ORGANIC CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES
Activity: 5(f), Category-B
Located at:
S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road, Village- Bela (Rangpar),
Bela (Rangpar)-363642,Dist& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat).
EIA CONSULTANT ORGANIZATION UNISTAR ENVIRONMENT AND RESEARCH LABS PVT. LTD., VAPI – GUJARAT
(NABET Accredited Consultant Organization, Sr. No. 149 in the List of ACO/Rev.64)/ April. 05, 2018)
Draft Environmental Impact Assessment Report
For The Proposed Expansion Project
(By Capacity Enhancement & Addition of New Products) “ Particle Board@ 2400 Mt/Month and Synthetic Organic Resins (Bonding Glue) @850 Mt/Month” Under Category of
Synthetic Organic Chemical Industries
Project Activity- 5(f) - Category -B
(But Treated as Cat. - A, Due to applicability of Specific Conditions)
M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd.
Located at:
S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road,Village- Bela (Rangpar)-
363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat).
EIA CONSULTANT ORGANIZATION
UNISTAR ENVIRONMENT AND RESEARCH LABS PVT. LTD., VAPI – GUJARAT (NABET Accredited Consultant Organization, Sr. No. 149 in the List of ACO/Rev. 64/April. 05, 2018 )
Doc. No. : U-EIA-R/201705/0 Rev. No. : 0 Release Date: - Revision Date: -
PREFACE The trend of the industrial development in India has shown the tremendous rise in its frequency and quantum. It has become the most essential phenomenon of the development of India. Because of the increasing industrialization many problems have shouted immediate attention towards the consequence of the problems. If attention to these problems is not given on priority basis, the future of our offspring will be horrible. To ensure better living on Earth, it has become essential to look deep in to the problems arising due to the industrialization & allied development. Each and every country facing the similar problem and hence it has become a Global issue. So, what is needed is, the clarity and presence of mind to be able to strike a proper balance between these developmental process and ecology; i.e. establishment or up-gradation of one should not lead to the degradation of other. To control the negative impact at the source is better, as Environmental problems have cumulative impact so, redemption at a later stage will lead to considerably high costs and irreversible damages. After all, there is only one world or mankind which if ruined poses a great threat to man’s continuing existence.
th Keeping in mind, MoEF, Delhi has published a notification vide SO 1533, dated 14 Sept 2006 regarding the necessity & applicability of Environmental Clearance for many industrial or developmental activity. This notification is intended to encourage productive and enjoyable harmony between man and his environment. The act has brought about a profound impact on actions affecting the environment by requiring environmental considerations to be included in decision making, process covering number of projects and activities. Specifically, MoEF requires each agency to prepare a detailed statement of Environmental impact before proceeding with any major action that may significantly affect the quality of the human Environment. Especially the project or activity covered under Schedule of the notification SO 1533 are required to prepare an EIA report to get Prior EC before implementation of the project activity.
M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. proposes to expand its existing Particle Board manufacturing unit by capacity enhancement of “Particle Board” from 1500 MT/month to 2400 MT/month and addition of new products Synthetic Organic resins (bonding glue) @850 MT/month,at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road,Village- Bela (Rangpar),-363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat) – serving India’s customers, as well as to international markets.
The present study of Environmental Impact Assessment has been conducted for the purpose of obtaining EC for proposed expansion project of M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. and this report is being presented to depict the details of the environment, proposed expansion project and associated issues which are revealed during the study. Any error detected in the report is due to oversight and unintentional. All efforts will be made to cover-up the shortcomings and remove the errors from the report. In process of compiling this report, we were earnestly supported & helped by individuals of M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. & various departments of Government. We are grateful to all of them as well as our team members who have worked hard to successfully complete this EIA study.
Haresh P. Joshi MD & EIA Coordinator UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi
Date: 23/02/2018 Place: Vapi
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 01 2. Description of Project………………………………………………………………………………………………..………… 01 3. Description of the Environment…………………………………………………………………………………………… 02 4. Anticipated Impacts &Mitigations ………………………………………………………………………………………… 05 5. Additional Studies………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 09 6. Environmental Monitoring & Management Plan………………………………………………………..………… 09 7. Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
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INDEX
CHAPTER- 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1.General……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………… 1-1 1.1.1 About The Company…………………………………………………………………………………...... ………… 1-1 1.1.2 About Proponent…………………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 1-1 1.2 Proposed Project …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-1 1.2.1Nature & Type of Project……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-1 1.2.2 Products & Capacity of Project………………………………………………………………….…………….………… 1-2 1.2.3 Project Location………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-2 1.2.4 Regulatory Framework…………………………………………………………………………….….………….………… 1-2 1.2.5 Need the Project and its Importance to the Country……………………………………………….………… 1-3 1.3Terms Of Reference For EIA Study……………………………………………………………...... …………… 1-4 1.4 Need & Scope of EIA Study…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-4 1.4.1 Need of EIA Study……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-4 1.4.2 Public Hearing…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-4 1.4.3 Scope & Objective of EIA Study……………………………………………………………………………….………… 1-5 1.5 Aprroach & Methodology of EIA Study…………………………………………………………………………………… 1-6 1.6 Structure of EIA Report………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-7 CHAPTER -2: DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT 2.1 Highilight of Project……………………………………………………………………………………….…………..………… 2-1 2.1.1Existing & Proposed Products…………………………………………………………….……...... ………… 2-3 2.1.2Justification of Project……………………………………………………………………………………………..………… 2-3 2.1.3 Project site………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-4 2.2 Resource Requirement ……………………………………………………………………………………………..………… 2-5 2.2.1Land & Buildings………………………………………………………………………………………….………….…………… 2-6 2.2.2 Water……………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... …………… 2-8 2.2.3 Energy, Fuell & Power………………………………………………………………………………..…………..………… 2-8 2.2.4 Plant & Machinery ………………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 2-8 2.2.5 Human Resource…………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………… 2-9 2.2.6 Capital…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 2-9 2.3 Description Of Process & Allied Details……………………………………………………………………..………… 2-10 2.3.1 Raw materials ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………… 2-10 2.3.2 Process Details………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………… 2-11 2.4 Pollution Potential & Control Measures…………………………………………………………………….…………… 2-16 2.4.1 Air Pollution Sources & Control………………………………………………………………………...... ………… 2-16 2.4.1.1 Fugitive Emission Control…………………………………………………………………………………….…………… 2-17 2.4.2 Wastewater Generation &Management……………………………………………………………………………… 2-17 2.4.3 Solid & Hazardous Waste Generation & Management…………………………..……………….………… 2-18 2.4.4 Noise & Vibration Generation & Control…………………………………………………………………………… 2-18 2.4.5 Greenbelt Development & Rainwater Harvesting……………………………………………………………… 2-19 2.5 Occupationall Health & Safety…………...... ………… 2-19 2.5.1 Hazardous Materials & Their Management………………………………………………..…………..………… 2-19 2.5.2 Occupational Health Management………………………………………………………………..……….…………… 2-20 CHEPTER-3: DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIONMENT 3.1 General…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…….……………………… 3-1 3.1.1 Study Area…………………………………………………....………………………………………………………..………… 3-1 3.1.1.1 Approach & Methodology of Baseline study………………………………………………………..………… 3-3 3.1.1.2 Sampling & Montoring Locations……………………………………………………………………………………… 3-3 3.1.1.3 Meteorology of Sampling & Analysis………………………………………….……………………….………… 3-3 3.2 Description of Baseline Environment………………………………………………………………………..…………… 3-4
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3.3 Meteorology……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………… 3-4 3.3.1 Site specific metrological data…………………………………………………………………………..………………… 3-5 3.3.2 Primary survey………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………… 3-5 3.4 Ambient Air Quality…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………… 3-6 3.4.1 Sampling and Analytical Techniques…………………………………………..…………………………..………… 3-6 3.4.2 Sampling locations………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………. 3-6 3.4.3 Observations…………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………… 3-10 3.5 Ambient Noise Survey…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-11 3.5.1 Sampling Locations……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-11 3.5.2 Results and discussion…………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 3-12 3.5.3 Observations ………………………………………………………………………….……………………………..…………… 3-13 3.5.3.1 Residential Zone………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………… 3-13 3.5.3.2 Industrial Zone…………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………… 3-13 3.6 Water Quality…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 3-13 3.6.1 Methodology………………………………………...... ………… 3-13 3.6.2 Results of water quality……………………………………………………………………………….……………………… 3-14 3.6.3 Results and Discussion …………………………………………………………………………………..…………………… 3-18 3.7 Hydrogeology, Geology & Topography……………………………………………….……………………..…………… 3-19 3.7.1 Local Geology……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-19 3.7.2 Hydrogeology……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-19 3.8 Soil Characteristics…………………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 3-20 3.8.1 Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3-20 3.8.3 Results and discussion…………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 3-23 3.9 Ecology and Biodiversity………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-23 3.10 Landuse/ Landcover (LU/LC) ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-32 3.11 Socio-Economic Environment…………………………………………………………………………………..………… 3-36 3.11.1 Baseline imformation of the area……………………………………………………………………………………… 3-38 3.11.2 Deinking Water Facility ………………………………………………………………………………………..…………… 3-39 3.11.3 Transportation and Communication ………………………………………………………………………………… 3-39 3.11.4 Power Supply ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………. 3-40 3.11.5 Trafeic Survey……………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………… 3-40 CHAPTER-4: ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES 4.1General……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4-1 4.2 Phases of Impacts Assessment Study ………………………………………………………………………………….. 4-1 4.3 Identification of impacts……………………………….…………………………………………………………………… 4-2 4.3.1Project Activities, Probable Impacts………………………………………………….……………………………… 4-2 4.3.2 Types, Nature & Significance of Impacts…………………………………………………………………………… 4-6 4.4Description Of Anticipated Impacts & Mitigations….……………………….………...... 4-7 4.4.1 Impact on Ambient Environment…………………………………………………….………………………………… 4-7 4.4.2 Impacts on Water Environment ……………………………………………………………..………………………… 4-21 4.4.3 Impacts On Land Environment………………………………...... 4-23 4.4.4 Impact on Ecology and Biodiversity …………………………………………………………………………………. 4-26 4.4.5 Socio- Economics …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4-28 4.4.6 Impacts On Work Environment…………………………………………………………………………………………. 4-29 4.4.7 Impacts due to Hazardous/Non Hazardous Waste Management ……………………………………… 4-31 CHAPTER-5: ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIES (TECHNOLOGY & SITE) 5.1 General……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-1 5.2 Site Selection……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-1 5.3 Alternative Technologies……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-1 CHAPTER-6: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM 6.1 General……………………………………………………………………..…………………………….……………...... 6-1
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6.1.1 Objective of Environmental Monitoring Program……………………………………………...... 6-1 6.2 Environmental Monitoring Program…………………………….………………………………………...... 6-2 6.3 Infrastructural Requirement & Procurement Schedules.………………………………………...... 6-5 6.4 Documentation & Reporting……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6-5 CHAPTER-7: ADDITIONAL STUDIES 7.1General……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………….. 7-1 7.2 Public Consultation………………………………………………………………………..……………..……………………. 7-1 7.3 Risk Assesment & Disaster management……………………………………………………………………………. 7-1 7.4 Social Study And R & R Action Plan………………………………………………………………………………………. 7-2 CHAPTER-8: PROJECT BENEFITS 8.1 Imporovement In Infrastructures…………………………………………………………………………………………. 8-1 8.2 Employment Potential…………………………………………………………………………………….…………………….. 8-1 8.3 Other Tangible & Intangible Benifits…………………………………………………………………..………………….. 8-1 CHAPTER-9: ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS 9.1 Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis…………………………………………………………….……………………… 9-1 CHAPTER-10: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 10.1 General…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... 10-1 10.1.1 Environmental Policy……………………………………………………………………….………………………………. 10-1 10.1.2 Objective…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10-2 10.1.3 Purpose……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10-2 10.1.4 Scope………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... 10-2 10.2 Budgetary Provision for EMS………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10-3 10.3 Environmental management Cell……………………………………………………………………………………….. 10-3 10.4 Environmental management Plan………………………………………………………………………………………. 10-7 10.4.1 Air Quality and Air Pollution Control………………………………………………………………………………… 10-7 10.4.2 Water Pollution prevention & control……………………………………………………………………………… 10-10 10.4.3 Hydrology, Groundwater & Water Conservation………………………………………………………………. 10-12 10.4.4 Land use…………………..…………………………………………………………………………………..…………………. 10-14 10.4.5 Soil Conservation……………………………………………………………………………….…………...... 10-14 10.4.6 Noise & Vibration prevention & Control………………………………………………………..…………………. 10-16 10.4.7 Hazardous waste & Industrial solid waste Management…………………………………...... 10-19 10.4.8Safety and Occupational Health………………………………………………………………………………………… 10-22 10.4.9 Ecological Conservation & Protection……………………………………………………………..………………… 10-25 10.4.10 Greenbelt Devlopment Plan…………………………………………………………………………………………… 10-27 10.4.11 Management of Socio- Economics issue……………………………………………………….………………… 10-29 10.4.12 Energy Conservation…………………………………………………………………………………..………………….. 10-32 10.4.13 Rainwater Harvesting Plan……………………………………………………………………………………………. 10-32 10.4.14Administrative Measures……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10-35 CHAPTER-11: SUMMARY & CONCLUSION 11.1 Introduction about project………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11-1 11.2 Anticipated Impacts & Mitigations…………………………………………………………………………………….. 11-2 11.3 Conclusion…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11-6 CHAPTER-12: DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANT ENGAGED 12.1 About Unistar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd…………………………………………………………. 12-1
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LIST OF ANNEXURE
ANNEXURE -I Awarded TOR & its compliance status…………………………………………………………………… ANNEXURE -II CC&A Compliance………………………………………………………………………………………………….. ANNEXURE -III Environmental Methods…………………………………………………………………………………………. ANNEXURE -IV ESR Plan ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ANNEXURE -V Wildlife Conservation Plan……………………………………………………………………………………… ANNEXURE - VI Additional Documents ……………………………………………………………………………………………. A. Land Document B. Toposheet C. Ackn. Of Online submission of NOC application of CGWA
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1.1 Approach & Methodology of EIA Study……………………………….………………………………. 1-6 Figure 2.1 Project Location Map………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-4 Figure 2.2 Photographs of Existing Unit……………………………………………………………………………….. 2-5 Figure 2.3 Plant Layout……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-7 Figure 2.4 Water Balance Diagram……………………………………………………………….…………………….. 2-18 Figure 3.1 Base Map of Study Area……………………………………………………………………………………… 3-2 Figure 3.2 Site specific wind rose for the study period (Wind Blowing from)………………………. 3-5 Figure 3.3 Satellite image showing locations of AAQ Monitoring Stations …………………………. 3-8 Figure 3.4 Ambient Noise Sampling locations map……………………………………………………………… 3-12 Figure 3.5 Surface Water Sampling locations map………………………………………………………………. 3-14 Figure 3.6 Ground Water sampling locations map……………………………………………………………….. 3-17 Figure 3.7 Drainage Map of study Area………………………………………………………………………………. 3-20 Figure 3.8 Surface Soil sampling locations map…………………………………………………………………… 3-22 Figure 3.9 The satellite image of the project site……………………………………………………………….. 3-33 Figure 3.10 Land use map of study area……………………………………………………………………………….. 3-35 Figure 3.11 Village Map……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-36 Figure 4.1 Probable Impacts & Mitigation (Operation Phase)……………………………………………… 4-5 Figure 4.2 Estimated Mixing Height Profile of Study Area...... 4-11 Figure 4.3 Contour of Predicted 24 Hourly Incremental GLC of PM25…………………………………… 4-13 Figure 4.4 Contour of Predicted 24 Hourly Incremental GLC of PM10 ………………………………… 4-14 Figure 4.5 Contour of Predicted 24 Hourly Incremental GLC of SOx...... 4-15 Figure 4.6 Contour of Predicted 24 Hourly Incremental GLC of NOx...... 4-16 Figure 4.7 Contour of Predicted 1 Hourly Incremental GLC of CO...... 4-17 Figure 4.8 Graph of1st highest 1 hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar 4-18 Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction………………………………………. Figure 4.9 Graph of1st highest 1 hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar 4-19 Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction…………………………………………. Figure 10.1 Environment & Safety Management Cell………………………………………………………….. 10-4
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LIST OF TABLE
Table 1.1 List Of Director ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-1 Table 2.1 Highlight of project………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-1 Table 2.2 List of products with capacity……………………………………………………………………………. 2-3 Table 2.3 Technical Details & END-Use of Products………………………………………………………….. 2-3 Table 2.4 Area Statement for the Plant Premises……………………………………………………………… 2-6 Table 2.5 Breakup of Water Requirement…………………………………………………………………………. 2-8 Table 2.6 Energy, fuel & power requirement…………………………………………………………………….. 2-8 Table 2.7 Major machineries & equipment……………………………………………………………………… 2-9 Table 2.8 Human resource requirement………………………………………………………………………….. 2-9 Table 2.9 Capital cost ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-9 Table 2.10 List of Raw Material and its Consumption per Month……………………………………… 2-10 Table 2.11 Raw material requirement and their source……………………………………………………. 2-10 Table 2.12 Details of Utility Emission & Control Measures…………………………………………………. 2-16 Table 2.13 Details of Process Emission & Control Measures……………………………………………… 2-17 Table 2.14 Details of Waste water Generation…………………………………………………………………… 2-17 Table 2.15 Details of solid/hazardous waste generation & management………………………….. 2-18 Table 2.16 Hazardous Raw materials identified as per MSIHC Rule 2000…………………………. 2-19 Table 3.1 Environment Settings around Project Area (10 Km)………………………………………….. 3-1 Table 3.2 Frequency of Environmental Monitoring………………………………………………………….. 3-3 Table 3.3 Method of Environmental Sampling & Analysis)………………………………………………… 3-4 Table 3.4 Metrological Parameters Monitored at site………………………………………...... 3-5 Table 3.5 Site Specific Meteorological Data (Oct-Dec 2017)……………………………………………… 3-5 Table 3.6 Techniques Used for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring………………………………...... 3-6 Table 3.7 Locations of AAQ Monitoring Station………………………………………………………………… 3-7 Table 3.8 Ambient Air Quality of study Area…………………………………………………………………….. 3-9 Table 3.9 Locations of Noise Level Monitoring Station…………………………………………………….. 3-11 Table 3.10 Ambient Noise Level in Study Area…………………………………………………………...... 3-13 Table 3.11 Locations of Surface Water Sampling Station…………………………………………………….. 3-13 Table 3.12 Surface water Quality of Study Area……………………………………………………….…………. 3-15 Table 3.13 Locations of Ground water sampling station………………………………………………………. 3-16 Table3.14 Ground water Quality of Study Area……………………………………………………..…………… 3-18 Table 3.15 The details of the soil sampling location…………………………………………………………….. 3-21 Table 3.16 Soil Quality Of Study Area ………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-23 Table 3.17 List of Plant Species recorded in and around project site within study area……….. 3-24 Table 3.18 List of Herpetofauna found in the study area…………………………………………………….. 3-29 Table 3.19 Overall Status of Terrestrial and Aquatic Birds …………………………………………………… 3-29 Table 3.20 List of Mammals in the Study Area…………………………………………………………………….. 3-32 Table 3.21 Land use area details for (10 Km Radius)……………………………………………………………. 3-34 Table 3.22 Population Details (Census of India-2011)………………………………………………………….. 3-37 Table 3.23 Occupational Structure: (census - 2011)…………………………………………………………….. 3-37 Table 3.24 Amenities of Study Area-Drinking Water: (As per census-2011)…………………………. 3-38 Table 3.25 Literacy statuses (As per census – 2011)…………………………………………………………….. 3-39 Table 3.26 Type of Educational institution: (As per Census-2011)……………………………………….. 3-39 Table 3.27 Total Vehicle count per day……………………………………………………………………………….. 3-40 Table 4.1 Details of Project Activities and probable Impacts……………….…………………………….. 4-3 Table 4.2 Details of Source & Emission Input……………………………………………………………………… 4-8 Table 4.3 Details of Receptors Input…………………………….………………………………………..………….. 4-10 Table 4.4 Summarized Details of Meteorological Input………………………………………...... 4-10 Table 4.5 Outcome of Model: Predicted Incremental GLC…..……………………………….……………. 4-12
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Table 6.1 Details of the Environmental Monitoring program……………………………………………… 6-2 Table 10.1 Budgetary provision for EMS………………………………………………………………………………. 10-3
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M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd., Morbi, Gujarat EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic Chemicals
CHAPTER: 01 INTRODUCTION 1.1. GENERAL 1.1.1. About The Company The unit was incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956 on February 2015. The Registered Office of the Company is located at A-one Chamber, Shop No.:11,2ndFloor, Avani Char Rasta, Canal road, Morbi-363641 (Gujarat). The company is incorporated by the promoters for manufacturing plain and pre-laminated particle boards to meet the growing demand for the particle board in Indian market. These products are eco-friendly products, which are very much helpful in saving the forests and our environment too. The company had started its setup in March 2006 at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road, Village- Bela (Rangpar), Bela (Rangpar)-363642,Dist& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). Till then company is manufacturing particle board to cater to the Furniture industry of Gujarat and India. Today the company has acquired position in the list of renewed and high quality particle board manufacturer. 1.1.2. About Proponent The company is a registered Private Limited company and is promoted by two Directors. Details of the directors are given below:
Table 1.1: List of Director Sr. Residential Address Name of Directors No. 1. Dayalal M. Jakasaniya 202-Prayag Tower, Narsang By profession he is in Society, Ravapar Road, manufacturing(production) line since last 22 Morbi-363641 years and by qualification he is a civil engineer 2 Amitkumar D. Bhanvadia Milan Park, Block No-9, He has also experience of production line Shobheshwar Road, since last 12 years but he knows the Morbi-363641 marketing of the product very well.
1.2. PROPOSED PROJECT 1.2.1. Nature & Size of Project M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd.is a medium scale industry, proposed for expansion of their products manufacturing unit by capacity enhancement of “Particle Board” from 1500 MT/month to 2400 MT/month and addition of new products Synthetic Organic resins (bonding glue) at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Bela (Rangpar), Dist& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). The proposed expansion project involves the production of “Bonding Glue (Resin)” which is synthetic organic Resins used to manufacture Plain and Pre-laminated Particle Board. As per the EIA notification- 2006 as amended the manufacturing of proposed new products are covered under activity 5(f), hence required Prior Environmental Clearance. All the raw materials for the production of Resin are in plenty in India, so there will be no import of any raw materials. As per the EIA notification‐ 2006 as amended the proposed expansion project involves the production of “Synthetic Organic Resins” which falls under item no. “5(f) – Synthetics Organic Chemical Industries “as per the EIA notification- 2006, hence required prior Environmental Clearance.
1.2.2. Products & Capacity of Project
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The proposed project is as an expansion of the manufacturing unit of Particle Board @1500 MT to 2400 MT and addition of synthetic organic chemical (Synthetic Organic Resins) @850 MT
Table 1.2: List of Finished Products Sr. Production Capacity (MT per Month) Name of Products No. Existing Proposed Total 1. Plain and Pre-Laminated Particle Boards 1500.00 900.00 2400.00 2. Bonding glue and Lamination compound a. Urea Formaldehyde Resin 500.00 b. Melamine Formaldehyde Resin 0.00 300.00 850.00 c. Paraffin Wax Emulsion 50.00 Note: At a given point of time any one of the two bonding glue will be manufactured, i.e., Urea Formaldehyde Resin or Melamine Formaldehyde Resin.
1.2.3. Project Location M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. is located at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road, Village- Bela (Rangpar)-363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). The company has proposed the expansion within same premises without acquisition of additional land for the proposed unit. The village Bela (Rangpar) has all required infrastructure like electricity, roads, transportation etc. Also it is to be noted that the nearby area of the Project site has considerable human resource which is required to be employed for social upliftment of the area.
The site is located in Non agriculture private land converted as NA land for industrial operations. It is located at Haripar-Kerala Road and very well connected to National Highway No.27. Beside the national highway, the site is well connected to other region of state and country by Railways (Nazarbaug (12.75 Km S) ), and nearest airport (Rajkot (68 Km S) Approx.)
1.2.4. Regulatory Framework The proposed project is of Synthetic Organic manufacturing unit with proposal of utilization of some chemicals having flammable & toxic hazards; hence the regulatory framework related with the hazardous or toxic chemicals as well as regulatory provision of risk, emergency & safety management are applicable to the proposed project. The regulatory provision related with hazardous material handling, manufacturing, storage & transportation are also applicable to the proposed project. The transportation is proposed through road network and so the applicability of road transport and other related regulations are required to be confirmed. The unit will have potential of pollution and also attracts the provisions of EIA notifications 2006- SO 1533 (as amended time to time). Thus, the proposed project may be required to comply with many regulatory provisions. The proponent shall follow the regulatory framework as listed below and additional applicable provision shall also be referred timely as cited as mandatory provision for proposed project. In any case, proponent shall comply with the regulatory provision as directed through particular regulatory provision. The major regulatory provisions applicable to the proposed project area listed below. 1 Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 amended 1987 and rules there under 2 Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 amended 1988 and rules there under 3 The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, amended 1991 and rules there under 4 Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1989 amended 2000 and 2003 5 Manufacture Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1989 amended 2000 6 Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 7 EIA Notification, 2006 as amended timely (2009, 2011) 8 Batteries (Management and Handling) Rules, 2001.
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9 Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 amended 1992 and rules there under 10 Factories Act, 1948 & rules there under 11 The Petroleum Act, 1934 & rules there under 12 The Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 1981 13 The Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 & rules there under The proposed unit is being expansion unit has obtained NOC for its proposed project. CC&A for propos ed project will be obtained after obtaining the EC. The company has already obtained NOC as well as CC&A for its existing unit from the GPCB and operating its existing unit with valid CC&A. EC has not been obtained as at the time was commissioning of the existing unit statutory requirement to obtained EC was not applicable to the unit. The company always ensures that the existing unit complies with all statutory requirements as timely issued inform or NOC, CC&A, Other order & circular from the concern authorities. The CC&A compliance report of the existing unit as submitted to the state pollution control board are enclosed as Annexure II. 1.2.5. Importance to the Country & Region Beside the benefits to the company, proposed project will have very good opportunity of direct& indirect employment generation. For the proposed project there will be additional requirement of manager, supervisor, operator and semiskilled workers. To meet these human resources requirement company will employ about 96 people in addition to the existing 50 people to fulfil its need to handle the plant. Thus 96 people will be directly employed and it is expected that more than 80 people will be indirectly employed in form of human resources required for transport works, contract works etc. The proposed project will contribute revenue to the Central & State exchequer in the form of excise duty, income tax, state sales tax or VAT, tax for interstate movement, corporate taxes etc. Indirect contribution to the Central & State exchequer will be there due to Income by way of registration of trucks, payment of road tax, income tax from individual as well as taxes from associated units. Thus, the proposed project will help the Government by paying different taxes from time to time, which is a part of revenue and thus, will help in developing the area. Demand of the products in foreign market is also significant, which will boost the export potential of the company as well as country. Export potential of any unit plays vital role in development of economy as well as local physical infrastructure for further boosting of industrial development with sustainable approach as the industries need to maintain good environment & safety condition to get better foreign market. 1.3. TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR EIA STUDY In line with the sequential proceeding for Prior EC described in EIA Notification SO 1533 (as amended time to time), proponent had applied in Form-I along with pre-feasibility report for approval of Terms of Reference for proposed project, the application was made to the MoEF, New Delhi on 01-06-2017. The application & proposal had been considered by the expert appraisal committee in 28th EAC (Industry) meeting held on 20th Sep. 2017. The approved TOR with additional information & conditions for terms of reference for EIA study for proposed project had been issued by EAC vide letter no. J-11011/284/2017 -IA II(I) Dtd. 25th Sep., 2017. Committee had noticed that the proposed project is a synthetic organic chemical manufacturing unit to be located outside the notified industrial area/estate, so falling under category 5(f) –“A” as per the EIA Notification-2006 (as amended time to time) and issued the above said letter for approved/awarded TORs. Committee has noted that public hearing / consultation is required due to project being located outside the notified industrial area/estate. The EAC had earmarked the area covering 10 km radial area from site for monitoring & sampling as well as for preparation of some maps for proposed EIA study. With re spect to the
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1.4. SCOPE OF EIA STUDY M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. has appointed M/s. Unistar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd, Vapi as Environmental Consultants to carry out the Environment Impact Assessment for the project of upcoming expansion project for manufacturing of synthetic organic chemical unit to be situated at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road, Village- Bela (Rangpar)-363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). The major objective of the present EIA study is to determine the change in impact due to the project proposed. The present report is outcome of EIA study conducted during Oct.’17 to Dec.’17 as per awarded TORs by EAC, MoEF, New Delhi. The area of study is a radial coverage of 10 Km around the proposed site. While deciding the scope of the EIA study, the awarded TOR as illustrated in Annexure-I has been referred to comply with all conditions provided therein for EIA study. The scope of this study is to receive approval of EAC, MoEF for Environmental Clearance. Besides, the report will have scope of utilization for approval from other government authorities like GPCB. The objectives of the present EIA conducted for the development of a proposed project are to examine the following with respect to the TORs awarded by EAC, MoEF, New Delhi: Collection & study of details regarding the activities, operations, processes, utilities, machineries, equipment, and other materials & requisites related to construction and operation phase. Characterization and benchmarking of existing environmental status of a study area surrounding the project site. Carrying out Environmental monitoring and analysis for Air, Water, Noise, Soil and Biological Environment. Collection of meteorological parameters like humidity, wind speed, wind direction etc. Identification of the probable environmental impacts due to the construction and operation of the proposed project on the existing environmental parameters. Preparation of an environmental monitoring & management plan to minimize the adverse impacts due to the project(s) and formulation of a post – operational monitoring scheme. Preparation of a Risk Assessment report as well as disaster management plan to meet the safety and emergency requirements during probable hazards & disasters. The main objectives of the present environmental impact assessment study are: To assess the prevailing environmental status of project area- 10 km radial area from proposed site situated in Kerala-Haripar Road, Gujarat To prepare necessary maps of project area- 10 km radial area from proposed site to comply with awarded TOR and to improve EIA quality To identify potential sources of impacts of proposed unit, which includes impacts due to emission, water consumption & wastewater disposal, hazardous & solid waste generation & disposal, noise generation, contamination of environment by chemicals, toxic effects of raw materials & products, hazards & risk of various operations and employment & other social aspects of projects. To predict and evaluate the major impact on environment along with pollution control measures taken especially for emission as well as various probable hazards like fire, explosion & toxic dispersion. To ensure that there will not be considerable impacts on wild life sanctuary, forest & other sensitive area of situated in the surrounding area through preparing adequate EMP & EM plans To ensure that there will not be considerable impacts on air quality, water quality & quantity, human health and flora & fauna of the surrounding area through preparing adequate EMP & EM Plans
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To ensure that all necessary action plan are prepared for implementation to avoid any critical environmental & safety issue in the surrounding area due to proposed project operation To prepare an EIA Study report with efficient environment management plan. To utilize any content or whole report of present EIA study for applicable statutory clearances for proposed project and/or any other management purpose.
1.5. APPROACH & METHODOLOGY OF EIA STUDY The EIA study for the proposed project has been conducted with respect to the process cycle of EIA as suggested by MoEF&CC vide SO 1533 as well as provided in TGM issued by MoEF&CC. The stages of approaches & methodology of EIA study has been presented in illustrative form in the figure 1.1 and detailed in subsequent paragraphs. Figure 1.1: Approach & Methodology of EIA Study
The summarised details of the EIA cycle followed during the study for proposed project is described below as various phases:
Screening Scoping and consideration of alternatives Baseline data collection Impact prediction Assessment of alternatives, delineation of mitigation measures and environmental impact statement
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Environment Management Plan Draft EIA submission & Public Hearing Draft EIA Review for finalization of Final EIA with incorporation of necessary details as well as incorporation necessary details to address Application for EC/CRZ 1.6. STRUCTURE OF EIA REPORT The report has been suitably structured covering various aspects like project description, baseline conditions, environmental impacts, mitigation measures, environmental management plan. The EIA report has been prepared chapter wise in accordance with generic structure suggested by MoEF&CC in EIA notification. The report of the EIA study for the proposed projects has been prepared in the following structure. Chapter 1 Introduction: This chapter includes details like Identification of project & project proponent, brief description of nature, size, location of the project and its importance, Scope of the study – details of regulatory scoping carried out (As per Terms of Reference) Chapter 2 Project description: Description of the project (based on project feasibility study), Details are provided to give clear picture of the following: Type & Need of project and Size or magnitude of operation Maps showing Project Location, plant layout & study area. Technology and process description Description of facilities, infrastructure, resource requirement, pollution potentials & mitigation measures implemented for control of pollution Chapter 3 Description of the Environment: This chapter includes the baseline environmental information of the project area and related details as mentioned below. Study area & period, components & methodology of study Establishment of baseline for valued environmental parameters, as identified i n scope Base maps of necessary environmental Components/Features Chapter 4 Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures: This chapter comprises Details of Investigated Environmental impacts due to project establishment, possible accidents, project design, regular operations, final commissioning of project. The details covered in chapter are tabulated below. Assessment of significance of impacts (Criteria for determining significance, Assigning significance) Measures for minimizing and / or offsetting adverse impacts identified. Chapter 5 Analysis of Alternative (Technology & Site): Detailed description of alternative analysis for selection of site & technology for proposed project (as required). Chapter 6 Environmental Monitoring Program: Technical aspects of monitoring the effectiveness of mitigation measures (incl. Measurement methodologies, frequency, location, data analysis, reporting schedules, emergency procedures, detailed budget & procurement schedules) Chapter 7 Additional Studies: Risk Assessment & Disaster Management Plan and Public Participation Chapter 8 Project Benefits: Improvements in the physical & social infrastructure, Employment & Other tangible benefits Chapter 9 Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis: A systematic process for calculating and comparing the benefits and costs of the project. Broadly, CBA has two purposes: To determine whether it is a sound investment/decision (justification/feasibility), and to provide a basis for comparing projects.(If recommended at the scoping stage). Chapter 10 Environmental Management Plan: Description of the administrative & managerial aspects of ensuring that mitigation measures are implemented and their effectiveness monitored, after approval of the EC, NOC and CC&A Chapter 11 Summary & Conclusion: Overall justification for implementation of the project, Explanation of how, adverse effects have been mitigated Chapter 12 Disclosure of Consultants Engaged: The introduction & description of the consultants engaged and nature of consultancy rendered.
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CHAPTER: 02 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
2.1. HIGHLIGHT OF PROJECT
M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. proposes to expand its existing Particle Board manufacturing unit by capacity enhancement of “Particle Board” from 1500 MT/month to 2400 MT/month and addition of new products Synthetic Organic resins (bonding glue) @850 MT/month, at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road,Village- Bela (Rangpar),-363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). As per the EIA notification‐ 2006 as amended, the proposed project for the production of “Bonding Glue (Resin)” which is synthetic organic Resins used to manufacture Plain and Pre-laminated Particle Board. As per the EIA notification- 2006 as amended the manufacturing of proposed new products are covered under activity 5(f), hence required Prior Environmental Clearance. The details of the proposed project are summarized as “Highlight of Project” in the following table. Table 2.1: Highlight of Project Sr. Particulates Details No. 1. Company Name & Address M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. Survey. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road, Village- Bela (Rangpar), Bela (Rangpar)-363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). 2. Geographic Position of Project Lat.: 22°55’46.6”N, Long.: 70°50’28.5”E site (Coordinates) 3. (a) Name of Applicant- M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. (b) Address: (i) Postal As Above (Item No. 1) (ii) E-mail [email protected] (c) Phone +91-9727798394 4. Type of company Medium Scale and Private limited company 5. Year of Commissioning The existing unit is under operation since 2016. The proposed expansion unit will be commissioned after obtaining EC, NOC and CC&A. 6. Nature of proposed project Expansion project for manufacturing of Synthetic Organic Chemicals (Synthetic Organic Resins (Bonding Glue) and Particle Board) 7. Land Type of Project Site Within the N.A land. There is no additional land requirement for proposed expansion project. 8. Land Acquisition status The land is already acquired and it’s operating under existing unit. The existing plot is adequate for the proposed expansion. 9. Screening category 5(f) – “Synthetics Organic Chemicals” Category: “A” (Due to (as per SO 1533 as timely applicability of Specific Condition- as project site is located amended) outside the notified Industrial zone) 10. Total area Existing: 25192.00 sq. m. (No additional land required for proposed expansion)
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11. Land for Green belt 2038.43m2 12. Cost of project 1310.00 Lakhs (Existing:1280 Lakhs, Proposed: 30 Lakhs) 13. Capital and recurring Cost Capital cost of EMP- 130.00 lakhs earmarked for EMP: Recurring Cost earmarked for EMP- 10.00 Lakhs/Annum 14. Water requirement & waste Total Fresh Water requirement - 14.50 KL/day (Existing: water generation with mode of 5KL/D, Proposed: 9.50 KL/D) Water will be met from disposal existing open well. The industrial Waste Water Generation will be Nil. Domestic waste water generated @1.50 KL/day (Existing: 1KL/D, Proposed: 0.50KL/D ) disposed of through Septic Tank. 15. Power requirement and source Existing:900 KVA ,Proposed:300 KVA 16. Utilities (D.G. Sets, Boilers, Thermic fluid heater: Existing: 30 lakh kcal/Hr Thermopack etc...) D.G. Set: Existing : 500 KVA, Proposed: 125 KVA 17. Fuel Requirements Agro waste for Thermic fluid heater: 10 MT/day Diesel for D.G. Sets: Existing :50 Lit/ Hr., Proposed: 15 Lit/ Hr 3 18. Emissions Emission Quality : PM <150 mg/Nm , SO2< 100 ppm, NOx< 50 ppm Existing Stack-I: Thermic pack (30 Lakh K.cal) (Ht.-30 m ) Stack-II: D.G. Set 500 KVA (Ht.-9 m ) Proposed Stack-III: D.G. Set 125 KVA(Ht.-9 m ) Process Emission Existing Emission Quality : PM <150 mg/Nm3 Process Stack I- Trimming Machine (Ht.-15 m ) Emission Quality : PM <150 mg/Nm3 Process Stack II-Sanding Machine(Ht.-15 m) Proposed Emission Quality: PM <150 mg/Nm3 Process Stack III- Forming (Ht.-15 m) 19. Air pollution Control Measures Thermic pack: Adequate stack and bag filter DG sets: Adequate stack and acoustic enclosure Trimming Machine: Cyclone Separator Sanding Machine: Bag Filter Forming: Bag Filter 20. Solid / Hazardous waste Resin Residue (23.1);200.00 Kg/Month(Existing: Nil) Generation o Reuse in next batch preparation Used Oil (5.1);50 L/Yr(Existing:5Lit, Proposed: 45Lit) o Sell to registered recycler /Reuse Discarded containers/barrels/liners (33.1);250.00 Nos./Day(Existing:100Nos, Proposed:150Nos) o Sell to Authorized scrape dealers
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2.1.1. PRODUCTS DETAILS As mentioned in earlier, company-M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd has proposed to expand the manufacture synthetic organic chemicals in its proposed unit at Morbi Gujarat. The details of the Existing and proposed products along with production capacity for the proposed project are presented below in tabular form. Table 2.2: List of Products with Capacity Sr. Name of Products Production Capacity Per Month (MT/Month) No Existing Proposed Total 1 Plain and Pre-Laminated Particle Boards 1500.00 900.00 2400.00 2 Bonding glue and Lamination compound a. Urea Formaldehyde Resin 500.00
b. Melamine Formaldehyde Resin 0.00 300.00 850.00 c. Paraffin Wax Emulsion 50.00 Note: At a given point of time any one of the two bonding glue will be manufactured, i.e., Urea Formaldehyde Resin or Melamine Formaldehyde Resin.
The technical details like Chemical name along with end-use of the proposed products are tabulated below. Table 2.3: Technical Details & End-Use of Products
Sr. Name of Product Chemical Name End use of product No. 1. Plain and Pre-Laminated Particle Boards -- Used in furniture industries 2. Synthetic Organic Resin (Bonding glue) a. Urea Formaldehyde Resin urea-methanal resin Use to mfg. plain and pre- b. Melamine Formaldehyde Resin Methylated melamine laminated particles boards resin c. Paraffin Wax Emulsion --
2.1.2. NEED FOR THE PROJECT The company is already engaged in the business of manufacturing of “Particle Boards” and the proposed expansion project provides a potential growth opportunity for the already running business of the company. Additional capacities of product range are required over & above the existing capacities as the company expect significant growth of products in local market.
In recent years company has releasing the increasing demand of the products by its valued long term customers. Also company has noticed that use of bonding glue supplier affects the quality of particle board and company is dedicated to provide high quality products to its customer. Considering this increased demand and need of high quality products, company has decided to increase the manufacturing capacity of particle board and manufacturing of bonding glue and laminate compound as backward integration. The resin products have very high specific value in manufacturing of Particle Boards. The resin products are used as binders to manufacture various products of Particle Boards as per the required applications. Hence, the capacity enhancement of resin products is proposed as backward integration to meet the captive requirement for particle board manufacturing. Besides, in case of excess stock of resins, company has plan to sell the resin to particle board manufacturer as the products have very good demand in local domestic.
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2.1.3. PROJECT SITE As described in earlier sections, the company – M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. is already under operation at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road, Village- Bela (Rangpar)-363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). The company has proposed the expansion within same premises without acquisition of additional land for the proposed unit. The village Bela (Rangpar) has all required infrastructure like electricity, roads, transportation etc. Also it is to be noted that the nearby area of the project site has considerable human resource which is required to be employed for social upliftment of the area. The site is located in Non-agriculture private land converted as NA land for industrial operations. It is located at Haripar-Kerala Road and very well connected to National Highway No.27. Beside the national highway, the site is well connected to other region of state and country by Railways (Nazarbaug (12.75 Km S)), and nearest airport (Rajkot (68 Km S) Approx.) The map of project area showing the project site and surrounding area as well as various infrastructures is presented below Fig.2.1: Project Location Map
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Fig.2.2: Photographs of Existing Unit
Project Site Entrance Gate Front of Project Site
Office and Front open area Loading and Unloading area
Greenbelt area along the periphery Greenbelt area along the periphery
2.2. RESOURCE REQUIREMENT
The proposed project is anexpansion Project for manufacturing of particle board. The proposed project is to be developed in existing unit hence no additional land is required. The other resources will required with some increased quantity. The details of the resource requirements of existing as well as proposed project are presented below in subsequent paragraphs under respective headings.
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2.2.1. CAPITAL The capital cost of existing unit is 1280.00 Lakhs whereas the capital cost of the proposed project will be around 30.00 Lakhs. The details of proposed capital costs estimation including land, buildings, plant machineries & equipment, environmental protection measures etc. is presented below in tabulated form. Table 2.9: Capital Cost
Sr. Cost(Rs. in lakh) Purpose No. Existing Proposed Total after expansion 1. Land 15.00 -- 15.00 2. Building and Civil Works 133.77 10.00 143.77 3. Plant & Machinery and other fittings 1006.23 15.00 1021.23 4. Environmental protection measures 125.00 5.00 130.00 TOTAL : 1280.00 30.00 1310.00
2.2.2. LAND & BUILDINGS The proposed project is to be developed within the existing unit. The existing plot area is non-agricultural land and is already under industrial operation which is admeasuring 25192.00 sq. mt. This land is sufficient for proposed project. Most of the buildings and other infrastructure of existing unit are sufficient to cater the requirement of proposed project and those will be utilized for the proposed project. The details of the area statement for existing & proposed unit are presented below. Table 2.4: Area Statement for the Plant Premises
Area After Proposed Expansion Area Statement Existing Proposed (in m2) Total Area 25192.00 -- 25192.00 Construction Area 10057.30 -- 10057.30 Open Land Area 6769.92 -- 6769.92 Internal Road Area 6326.35 -- 6326.35 Greenbelt Area 2038.43 -- 2038.43
The layout of project premises /site showing the buildings & infrastructures including raw materials storage area, production area, utility area, office area, greenbelt area, internal roads and parking area etc. is shown in subsequent figure of plant layout.
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Fig. 2.3: Plant Layout
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2.2.3. WATER In existing unit company requires 5 KLD freshwater, which is being sourced from existing open well within the premises. After proposed expansion, the unit will require 9.50 KLD freshwater and the source of freshwater will remain same. The details with necessary breakup for water requirement of existing & proposed unit are presented in subsequent table. Table 2.5: Breakup of Water Requirement
Sr. Quantity (KL/Day) Particulars No. Existing Proposed Total 1. Domestic 2.00 1.00 3.00 Sub Total Domestic 2.00 1.00 3.00 2. Industrial Processing - 6.00 6.00 Cooling 2.00 2.50 4.50 Sub Total Industrial 2.00 8.50 10.50 3. Other (Gardening) 1.00 - 1.00 Total 5.00 9.50 14.50 Source: The fresh water will be sourced from the existing open well within the premises. 2.2.4. ENERGY, FUEL & POWER In existing unit, total power requirement is 900 KVA which will increase to 1200 KVA after proposed project. Company has also provided 1No. of DG Set, (500kVA) for supply of power during failure of power supply by PGVCL. In addition to the existing DG set, company has planned to install one more DG Sets (125 KVA). Diesel will be used as fuel for proposed as well as existing DG Set. The details of Fuel & Power requirement is presented in tabular form in subsequent table. Table 2.6: Energy, Fuel & Power Requirement Components Existing Proposed Total after Sources proposed project Heat 30 lakhs kcal/hr Nil 30 lakhs kcal/hr Thermic fluid heater Power requirement 900 KVA 300 KVA 1200 KVA PGVCL Standby Power 500 KVA 125 KVA 625 KVA DG Sets Agro waste 10 MT/day Nil 10 MT/day Local Traders Diesel 50 Lit/hr 15 Lit/hr 65 Lit/hr
2.2.5. PLANT & MACHINERY The company will setup its manufacturing unit having following main & major machineries & equipment. The company has planned to utilize well accepted efficient most technologies for the production of the products. The details of the proposed machineries & equipment are presented below in tabular form.
Table 2.7: Major Machineries & Equipment for Proposed Project
Sr. No. Equipment/ Utility Name (Quantity) MOC Capacity STORAGE 1. DUST COLLECTOR M.S. PROCESS PLANT 2. CHIP CRUSHER M.S.
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3. RING MILL CRUSHER M.S. 4. FORMER M.S. 5. CUTTER M.S. 6. SANDING M/C (POLISHING AND GRINDING) M.S. 7. DRYER M.S. 8. PRESS M.S. UTILITY CUM HIGH NOISE EQUIPMENT 9. D G SET 125 KVA 10. COMPRESSOR - - 11. SANDING M/C - - 2.2.6. HUMAN RESOURCE The company has employed 50 people in its existing unit. For proposed project company will provide employment to 46 people in different categories for operation of proposed project. The details of the proposed employment structure are presented below in tabular form. Table 2.8: Human Resource Requirement Sr. No. Particular Employment Nos. Existing Proposed 1 Managerial 5 1 2 Skilled 10 10 3 Semi-Skilled 10 10 4 Unskilled 25 25 TOTAL (96) 50 46
2.3. DESCRIPTION OF PROCESS & ALLIED DETAILS
The details of Raw Materials & production process of all products are described in subsequent paragraphs under respective headings. 2.3.1. RAW MATERIALS All raw materials required for manufacturing of existing &proposed products are easily available indigenously in local market, which will be transported through road. The details of the raw material requirement are presented below. Table- 2.10:List of Raw Material and its Consumption per Month Sr. Name of the product Name of Raw Material Consumption No. (kg/MT) MT/Month 1. Particle Boards Strips of Pine woods 1500.00 3600.00 (@2400 MT/Month) wood saw Dust 200.00 480.00 Bonding Glue 203.00 487.20 Decorative Paper 14.00 33.60 2. Bonding and Lamination compound a. Urea Formaldehyde Resin Formaldehyde 545.00 272.50 (@500.00 MT/Month) Urea 271.00 135.50 Water 182.50 91.25 Sodium Penta Chlorophenate 1.00 0.50 Caustic Soda 0.25 0.12 Formic Acid 0.25 0.12
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Sr. Name of the product Name of Raw Material Consumption No. (kg/MT) MT/Month b. Melamine Formaldehyde Resin Formaldehyde 480.00 144.00 (@300.00 MT/Month) Water 59.00 17.70 Melamine 380.00 114.00 Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG)/DEG 48.00 14.40 NBA 26.00 7.80 Para formaldehyde 7.00 2.10 c. Paraffin Wax Emulsion Paraffin Wax 272.00 13.6 (@50.00 MT/Month) Water 674.00 33.70 Aqueous Ammonia 9.00 0.45 Stearic Acid 36.00 1.80 Borax Powder 9.00 0.45
Table 2.11: Raw Material Requirement and their Source, Mode of transport& Storage
Maximum Sr. Physical Means of Mode of Raw material Storage quantity No. State Storage transportation (In MT) 1. Pine wood Solid 1200.00 In open area By road 2. Wood saw dust Powder 30.00 In open area By road 3. Formaldehyde Liquid 20.00 SS Tank By road 4. Urea Solid 15.00 Bags By road 5. Sodium pentachlorophenate Solid 2.00 Bags By road 6. Caustic soda Solid 0.60 Bags By road 7. Formic acid Liquid 0.55 Drums By road 8. Melamine Solid 15.00 Bags By road 9. Mono ethylene glycol (MEG)/ DEG Liquid 6.00 Drums By road 10. n-Butyl Alcohal Liquid 3.00 Drums By road 11. Para formaldehyde Liquid 2.00 Drums By road 12. Paraffin wax Solid 8.00 Bags By road 13. Aqueous Ammonia Liquid 0.50 Drum By road 14. Stearic acid Waxy solid 5.00 Drums By road 15. Borax powder Powder 0.50 Bags By road
2.3.2. PROCESS DETAILS The products of proposed expansion project are described in earlier section with required raw materials. The company shall use the latest available process technology for the production. This section includes the manufacturing process of the product, chemical reactions, and mass balance of each product. 1. PLAIN AND PRE-LAMINATED PARTICLE BOARDS: Capacity: 2400.00MT/Month Manufacturing process: In The Manufacturing of Particle Board, The strips of the pine wood is crushed in the crusher and separate the two particle size and then it mixed and bonding with the resin glue and it has to treat at 180 centigrade temp. so it become hard and then board passed through the polishing machine, so surface becomes smooth
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Process flow diagram:
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Mass Balance:
Sr. Qty. Qty. Input Output Remarks No. (in Kg) (in Kg) Strips of Pine wood/ 1. 1700.00 Particle Board 1000.00 Product Wood Saw Dust 2. Bonding Glue 203.00 Moisture Evaporation 510.00 Moisture loss Trimming Waste, 3. Decorative Paper 14.00 Over size Fibre and 407.00 Reused in the next batch Surface Finishing Waste Total 1917.00 Total 1917.00
2. BONDING GLUE (RESINS): Capacity: 850.00MT/Month Manufacturing process: a) Urea Formaldehyde Resin:- Formaldehyde, Urea, Formic Acid, Sodium Penta Chlorophenate and Caustic soda are charged in a vessel and mass is heated under continuous stirring to prepare urea formaldehyde resin. Water will be added as to maintain solid content of resin. Process flow diagram:
Raw Materials Formaldehyde, VESSEL Urea, Water, Formic Acid, Heated & Mixed by continuous stirring Sodium PentaChlorophenate Caustic Soda
Product: Urea Formaldehyde
To Particle Board Unit Packing & Dispatch
Chemical Reaction:
NH2 – CO – NH2 + HCHO
Urea Formaldehyde Urea Formaldehyde Resin
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Mass Balance:
Sr. Qty. Qty. Input Output Remarks No. (in Kg) (in Kg) 1. Formaldehyde 545.00 Urea Formaldehyde Resin 1000.00 Product 2. Urea 271.00 3. Water 182.50 4. Sodium Penta Chlorophenate 1.00 5. Caustic Soda 0.250 6. Formic Acid 0.250 Total 1000.00 Total 1000.00
b) Melamine formaldehyde Resin:- Manufacturing Process: Formaldehyde, Melamine, MEG/DEG, NBA, Paraformaldehyde is charged in a vessel and mass is heated under continuous stirring to prepare melamine formaldehyde resin. Water will be added as to maintain solid content of resin.
Process flow diagram:
Raw Materials Formaldehyde, Water, VESSEL Melamine, MEG/DEG, Heated & Mixed by NBA, Peraformaldehyde continuous stirring
Product: Melamine Formaldehyde
To Particle Board Unit Packing & Dispatch
Chemical Reaction:
+ HCHO
Melamine Formaldehyde Melamine Formaldehyde Resin
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Mass Balance:
Sr. Qty. Qty. Input Output Remarks No. (in Kg) (in Kg) 1 Formaldehyde 480.00 2 Water 59.00 2 Melamine 380.00 Melamine Formaldehyde 1000.00 Product 3 MEG/DEG 48.00 Resin 4 NBA 26.00 5 Peraformaldehyde 7.00 Total 1000.00 Total 1000.00
C) Paraffin Wax Emulsion Manufacturing Process: Paraffin wax, Borax Powder, Stearic acid and Liquor ammonia are charged in a vessel and mass is heated under continuous stirring to prepare Paraffin Wax Emulsion. Water will be added as to maintain solid content of emulsion.
Process flow diagram:
Chemical Reaction: No chemical reaction only mixing and blending process
Mass Balance:
Sr. Qty. Qty. Input Output Remarks No. (in Kg) (in Kg) 1 Paraffin Wax 272.00 Paraffin Wax Emulsion 1000.00 Product 2 Water 674.00 3 Aqueous Ammonia 9.00 4 Stearic Acid 36.00 5 Borax Powder 9.00 Total 1000.00 Total 1000.00
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2.4. POLLUTION POTENTIALS & CONTROL MEASURES 2.4.1. Air Pollution Sources & Control At present there are total 2 types of utilities are identified as source of stationary emission. The utilities are one Thermic Pack and 1 DG set in the existing unit. Company is using Agro waste and Diesel for operating their Utilities. After proposed project one more DG Setwill be installed. All utilities will be provided with adequate stack height to control the air pollution due to emission. At present the process gas emission sources areoneTrimming Machine and oneSanding Machine. Major pollutant emitted from utilities is PM, which is being controlled byCyclone Separator and Bag Filter respectively. After proposed project Forming Machinewill be installed and the emission will be controlled by Bag Filter. Table 2.12: Details of Utility Emission & Control Measures
Sr. Stack Type of fuel Air Pollution No Parameter Attached and consumption Control Measures . Existing Thermic pack PM <150 mg/Nm3 Agro waste: 10 Adequate stack height 30m and bag (30 Lakh K.cal) SO2 < 100 ppm 1. MT/day filter is provided. NOx< 50 ppm Adequate stack height 9mand PM <150 mg/Nm3 acoustic enclosure is provided and D.G. Set 500 KVA Diesel: 50 Lit/hr SO2 < 100 ppm 2. operated only during power break NOx< 50 ppm down. Proposed Adequate stack height 9m and PM <150 mg/Nm3 acoustic enclosure is provided and 3. D.G. Set 125 KVA Diesel: 15 Lit/hr SO2 < 100 ppm operated only during power break NOx< 50 ppm down.
Table 2.13: Details of Process Emission & Control Measures Sr. Stack Height in Mtrs. Probable Air Pollution Stack attached to No. Existing Proposed Pollutants & Limits Control System Existing 1 Trimming Machine 15 m -- PM <150 mg/Nm3 Cyclone Separator 2 Sanding Machine 15 m -- PM <150 mg/Nm3 Bag Filter Proposed 3 Forming -- 15 m PM <150 mg/Nm3 Bag Filter
2.4.1.1 Fugitive Emission Control Fugitive emission could occur from the storage yard of raw materials and finished products. Emissions from transport of vehicles would occur to a certain extent. The emissions from traffic movements will be controlled by proper planning of the transport of raw materials and finished products to and from the factory premises. All the roads inside the plant will be concreted to reduce any dust emissions. Proper planning and maintenance will control the extent of fugitive emissions. During the production, the industry
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2.4.2. Wastewater Generation & Management The existing unit does not have any kind of industrial effluent generation. Similarly after proposed expansion, there would be not industrial effluent generation. The wastewater is generated only from domestic activities as sewage. The sewage generation will slightly increase after the proposed project. At present 1.00KLD domestic waste water is generated which is being disposed off through Septic Tank. After proposed project total sewage generation would be 1.50 KL/day which will be disposed off through septic tank & soak pit. The details of wastewater generation are tabulated below whereas the water balance diagram is shown in subsequent figure. Table 2.14: Details of Waste water Generation
Sr. Quantity (KL/Day) Particulars No. Existing Proposed Total 1. Domestic 1.00 0.50 1.50 Sub Total Domestic 1.00 0.50 1.50 2. Industrial Processing 0.00 0.00 0.00 Cooling 0.00 0.00 0.00 Sub Total Industrial 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total 1.00 0.50 1.50
Fig. 2.4: Water Balance Diagram
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2.4.3. Solid & Hazardous Waste Generation & Management The hazardous waste from the unit is /will be generated only in form of Used Oil, Discarded Empty Bags, Drums, Carboys& Paper and residual resin from process. Besides, bagasse particles and binding wire (scrap) are/will be generated which are non-hazardous in nature. The details of all anticipated wastes & management are tabulated below. Table 2.15: Details of Solid/Hazardous Waste Generation & Management Existing After proposed Types of Waste Storage Method Method of Disposal Quantity expansion Resin To be reused in next 0.00 kg/Month 200 kg/Month In HDPE Drums Residue(23.1) batch preparation.
Discarded Empty Covered solid waste To be sold to GPCB Bags, Drums, storage site approved scrape dealers 100 Nos/Day 250 Nos/Day Carboys& provided with in the as scrap. Paper(33.1) process area. To be sold to GPCB Used oil(5.1) 5.00 L/Yr 50 L/Yr In HDPE drums. approved vendors
2.4.4. Noise & Vibration Generation & Control Noise & Vibration are /will be generated in sanding & surface finish area in production section. Beside this, some noise are anticipated from operation of Bag Filter & Cyclone Dust separator, TFH. Noise & Vibration are also anticipated from the Pumps & Motor and conveyor belts of various areas. The noise level in premises ranges from 50 dB (A) to 80 dB(A) depending up on the distance from the noise sources. Noise level outside of production & utility area will never cross the permissible limit for industrial unit as mostly remains below 60 dB(A). All noises are/will be managed by provision of proper PPEs for working people in the respective areas. Vibrations are/will be managed by provision of proper fitting, shunting and sturdy non- vibrating foundation with rubber pads.
2.4.5. Greenbelt Development & Rainwater Harvesting Company has 2038.43 Sq. Mt. Greenbelt areas within premises. The greenbelt is developed at the periphery of plant premises as well as in some open area within the premises. The greenbelt will be improved by replantation to give thick pasture view considering the guideline of CPCB for three tiers greenbelt development. The company is planning to harvest the rainwater for captive water requirement and it has started working on project planning for roof top rain water harvesting.
2.5. Occupational Health & Safety 2.5.1. Hazardous Materials & Their Management There will be total 10 hazardous materials in the proposed expansion project. All of these materials are identified as hazardous as per MSIHC Rules (2000).the list of hazardous chemicals are shown in table 2.16
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Table 2.16: Hazardous Raw materials identified as per MSIHC Rule 2000
sr. Max. Storage Probable Name Storage Mode MSIHC Applicability No. Quantity Hazards 1 Melamine Bags 15 MT -- combustible 2 Urea Bags 15 MT -- Toxic and fire 3 Caustic Lye Bags 0.60 MT Sch-1,part –II,571 corrosive 4 Formic acid drums 0.55 MT Sch-1,part –II,287 Toxic and corrosive 5 Formaldehyde SS tank 20 MT Sch-1,part –II,285 corrosive ,Toxic and fire 6 Sodium bags 2 MT Sch-1,part –II,572 Toxic pentachlorophenate 7 Di ethylene gycol drums 6 MT Sch-1,part –II,197 Toxic 8 Aqueous ammonia Cylinder 0.5 MT Sch-1,part –II,31 Toxic, fire 9 Paraffin Wax bags 8 MT Sch-1,part –II,462 fire 10 n-butyl alcohol drums 3 MT Sch-1,part –II,412 fire All hazardous materials are being/will be managed in accordance with national & state regulations. Detailed RA study will be conducted for storage and handling of the hazardous materials will be conducted and all necessary measures as suggested in RA report will be implemented for prevention of hazards associated with the hazardous chemicals of the project. Primarily proponent has implemented the following general risk reduction measures for Handling, Storage of Hazardous Materials in existing unit to maintain safe work place & hazard free areas in the proposed unit. Similar risk reduction measures will be implemented for proposed project in addition to the measures suggested in RA report.
Adequate ventilation in godown& production area to prevent toxic chemical vapour exposure built up in workplace and to maintained area below PEL/TLV limits. Air change ratio in these areas will be managed around 1. Proper label and identification board /stickers in storage & production area for all chemicals Conductive drum pallets will be provided. Trolley / stackers/fork lift for heavy goods/drum/bag handling. Storage of Materials as per compatibility Separate storage area for flammable, corrosive and toxic chemical storage. Prohibition/restriction on smoking and other spark/ flame generating item. Lower level ventilation exhaust system will be provided in drum storage area. Material safety data sheets at storage as well as process and chemical handling area. Fire hydrant system & firefighting equipment in unit as per TAC/NFPA Norms. Plant should meet provisions of the Manufacture, storage & Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1986 & the factories Act, 1948 and The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 (As amended timely). Caution note board for all hazardous chemicals Periodic On Site Emergency, Mock Drills in order to train the staff and make them mentally prepared to tackle any emergency Safety devices and control instruments should be calibrated once in a year.
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Proper coloring as per IS 2379 in plant to pipeline network, tank and equipment to protect it from corrosion. Preventive maintenance schedule for all the equipment and colour code or tagging Permit to work system on 100 % basis for hazardous work to be carried out in the plant Automated Fire detection system &/or manual call points for fire location identification in storage area as well as plant area Compulsory Induction safety course and training of all new employees Empty drums & bags will be stored in separate dedicated empty drum & bag storage area. All drums & bags will be neutralized/decontaminated before send it to recyclers. 2.5.2. Occupational Health Management The proponent company is committed towards ensuring high level of health & safety of its employee and all necessary implementation & actions are noticed well in place in the existing unit of the proponent. Company follows all statutory guidelines related with occupational health & safety and all necessary facilities & procedures are/will be provided in the existing unit. Health check-up programs is / will be carried out regularly and all records & documents related with employee health check-up program are maintained. All necessary risk control & prevention measures are/will be implemented in unit. Management has provided /will provide necessary PPEs, safety equipment/ materials as mentioned in above section of risk reduction to ensure healthy & safe work conditions. Regular inspection for the safety procedures and use of PPEs & Safety equipment/material is /will be done by the management/safety cell. Premedical examination and periodical examination is/will be carried out once in a six month and record is/will be maintained in Form No-32 & 33 as per GFR. Training programs & safety audit shall be done on regular basis to prevent impacts of the operational activities on occupational health as well as to improve workplace condition & safe work system. Proponent shall practice similar practices after proposed project & also ensure that all necessary PPEs, Safety materials/ equipment are in place.
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CHAPTER: 03 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
3.1. GENERAL
The baseline study for the M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. was carried out within the 10 Km radius taken from the project boundary which is considered as the study area for executing the environmental impact Assessment study as per awarded TORs from EAC (Ind.-II), MoEF, New Delhi. The base line environmental studies encompassed the disciplines/ environmental attributes of air, water, noise, soil, land-use, ecology and socio-economic component. The baseline study started with site visits and reconnaissance survey in the study area and monitoring/ sampling locations were fixed for the primary data on the basis of potential impacts of the proposed project. For obtaining relevant secondary data, various Government agencies were approached. To establish the existing environmental scenario, field studies and monitoring were carried out for the winter season. The baseline study was carried in the month of October 2017 to December 2017. 3.1.1. STUDY AREA The proposed unit of M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. is situated in Non-agriculture private land converted as NA land for industrial operations. The site is located at Haripar-Kerala Road, Morbi District of Gujarat State, India. National Highway NH27 is located 1.65 km W, nearest railway station is Nazarbaug- 12.75 km S (Approx.). The existing environmental setting has been considered to establish the baseline conditions which are described in Table no. 3.1 with respect to following. Meteorology Air Environment Noise Environment Water Environment Land environment Ecology and Biodiversity Demography and Socio-economic Environment The Base Map of the study area is illustrated below in Fig. 3.1, whereas the Environment setting around the project area are tabulated in subsequent Table 3.1.
Table 3.1: Environment Settings around Project Area (10 Km) Sr. No. Nearest Infrastructure Feature Distance from Project Site 1 Geographical Position Lat.: 22.928668°°N, Long.: 70.841767°E. 2 Elevation above Sea Level 36 Meters (Approx.) 3 Nearest Village Haripar (1.17kmNE) 4 Nearest Town Morbi (13.07km S) 5 Nearest National Highway NH 27 (1.65 Km W) 6 Nearest State Highway GJ SH 321(5.75 Km E) 8 Nearer RW Station Nazarbaug (12.75 Km S) 9 Nearest Airport Rajkot (68Km S) Arabian Sea (56.00 Km W) Nearest Surface water 10 River- Khetar khadi -1.36 Km E Resource/Reservoir Machhu River (5.5Km W)
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Machhu Dam (18.41 Km S) There is no patches of Forest within the 11 Forest Patches study area of project, as per Census- 2011&Bhuvan-ISRO. National Park/Sanctuary or Ecologically 12 Wild Ass Sanctuary >10 km sensitive Area The existing land is owned by the company from private owners of the land. The land Selection of project Site and Detail of 13 use is non-cultivated land, non-agriculture alternate Site. land. Also company has not procured any forest or government owned land. Fig 3.1: Base Map of Study Area
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3.1.1.1. APPROACH & METHODOLOGY OF BASELINE STUDY The baseline environmental study for the EIA of upcoming expansion & capacity enhancement project of M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. has been done by following the guidelines of MoEF. The study has been conducted with reference to the awarded TORs issued by MoEF on 25th September 2017. All points issued in the TORs were considered for conducting monitoring, sampling study mapping & land use study within 10kms area. Finally the study was finalized with the ToRs approved by the Expert Environmental Appraisal Committee (EAC), New Delhi by confirming the compliance of the completed study with awarded TORs. The details of approved ToRs are presented in the earlier Chapter -1 as well as Annexure -I. The details of the study period, frequency of sampling & method of environmental sampling & analysis are shown below in succeeding paragraphs under respective titles. 3.1.1.2. SAMPLING & MONTORING LOCATIONS The locations for sampling & monitoring were selected within 10 km radial area from site as per the requirements of awarded TOR from MoEF. The locations are selected based on probable effects in project study area considering various guidelines from CPCB. One location of AAQM is selected in downwind direction and one AAQM is selected in upwind direction. Total eight locations were selected from the study area falling within 10 km radial distance for sampling and monitoring of air, noise, soil and groundwater as per terms of reference. Four surface water samples were also collected from the water bodies falling within the study area. 3.1.1.3. METHOD OF SAMPLING & ANALYSIS. Selection of method for sampling, preservation and analysis plays very important role in baseline environmental study. Considering the necessity of quality in environmental sampling & analysis, CPCB has issued guidelines for sampling & analysis. Even the EIA manual published by MoEF has also provided necessary guidelines for baseline study. Considering these guidelines, methods of sampling & analysis of environmental samples have been selected/ adopted. The method adopted for environmental sampling & analysis are illustrated in following table Table 3.2: Frequency of Environmental Monitoring Attributes Sampling Locations Frequency A. Air Environment Meteorological Data Project Site Hourly continuous during Study Period Ambient Air Quality 8 locations in the study area (10Kms) [1 24 hourly twice a week Location within project site & during study period 1 Location in downwind direction.] B. Noise 8 Locations from study area (10kms) Once in Study Period C. Water Ground Water Grab samples from 8 Locations from Once in Study Period Study Area (10 KMs) Surface Water Grab samples from 4 Locations from Once in Study Period Study Area (10 KMs) D. Soil Quality Surface soil samples from 8 locations Once in Study Period within study area (10 KMs) E. Land Use -Land Cover, Study area (10 Km) Once in Study Period Geology, Geohydrology, Topography& Other Maps F. Ecological Data Study area (10 Km) Once in Study Period G. Socioeconomic Data Study area (10 Km) Once in Study Period
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Table 3.3: Method of Environmental Sampling & Analysis Attributes METHOD Sampling / Preservation Analysis A. Air Environment Stationary weather station (AWS) Computer Aided Data Analysis I. Meteorological Data As per CPCB Guideline As per IS5182 [Part -,(2) & II. Ambient Air Quality (23)] 2006 B. Noise Bureau of Indian Standards Mathematical Calculations Method. Hourly recording using noise meter C. Water & Waste Water Standard methods for Standard methods for I. Ground Water examination of water and examination of water and II. Surface Water wastewater by published APHA wastewater published by APHA. D. Soil Quality Soil Chemical Analysis Laboratory Manual for -By M.L. Jackson the Physico-Chemical Analysis of Soil, Water and Plant -By R. K. Chaturvedi and K. Sankar E. Land Use -Land Satellite Image (GEO eye image), Primary image analysis & GIS Cover,Geology, WMS, Esri and Bhuvan-ISRO modelling using Arc GIS 10.1 Geohydrology, Software Topography& Other Maps F. Ecological Data Secondary data from relevant Necessary study with sources & Primary study of basic reference to Scheduled survey of non-forest area as well animals as per regulatory as verification of information provisions and IUCN guideline collected & information G. Socioeconomic Data Census of India 2011 Census of India 2011 Note: The detailed methodology for sampling and analysis is attached herewith as Annexure III
3.2. DESCRIPTION OF BASELINE ENVIRONMENT As mentioned above, the baseline study for the present EIA was conducted during months of October 2017 to December 2017 in accordance with the schedule planned in line with the awarded TORs. The study was conducted to comply with all conditions of approved TORs issued by EAC, MoEF, New Delhi. The study was conducted to determine the prevailing status of ambient air, water quality, soil quality, land use, geology & geohydrology, topography, meteorology, ecology and socioeconomic layout. The samples & analysis were done as per the method cited above at the selected location tabulated in earlier sections. The details regarding the outcomes of the baseline study are described in below sections.
3.3. Meteorology
Micro- meteorology plays a pivotal role in understanding of the weather phenomena and the climatology which in turn affect the dispersion pattern of the pollutants. Thus the micro- meteorological studies are in integral part of the air pollution studies which help in interpretation of the extant baseline for air quality dispersion studies.
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3.3.1. Site specific meteorological data An automatic weather monitoring station was installed at a height of approx. 15 meters from the ground level at Project Site to monitor parameters of wind speed and wind direction, temperature& relative humidity. The data is recorded as the maximum, minimum, instantaneous value and average value of all the readings collected during the proceeding hour. Monitoring was done as per IS: 8829: Micro-meteorological Techniques in Air Pollution. The details of parameters monitored, equipment used and the frequency of monitoring are given in the following table Table 3.4: Meteorological Parameters Monitored at Site Sr. No Parameters Instruments Frequency
1. Weather Monitoring Weather Monitoring Station Hourly / Continuous Model Enviro WM271 2. Wind speed Counter Cup Anemometer Hourly / Continuous
3. Wind direction Wind vane Hourly / Continuous
4. Temperature Thermo sensor Hourly / Continuous
5. Relative humidity Thermo –hygrosensor Hourly / Continuous
3.3.2 Primary survey The site specific meteorological data including the parameters viz., wind direction, wind speed, relative humidity and ambient temperature were recorded using automatic weather station installed at Morbi and the same are presented in Table 3-5.
Table 3.5: Site Specific Meteorological Data (Oct-Dec 2017) Location Wind Speed (m/sec) Temperature (°C) Humidity (%)
Max. Min. Avg. Max. Min. Avg. Max. Min. Avg.
Morbi 7.2 0.2 2.55 39.00 12.00 25.37 97.00 7.00 43.25
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Figure 3-2: Site specific wind rose for the study period (Wind Blowing from)
3.4. Ambient Air Quality The prime objective of the baseline ambient air monitoring was to evaluate the existing air quality of the area while the secondary objective was to establish the baseline levels of air quality on which the predicted ground level concentrations based on air quality modelling exercise would be superimposed. This would also be useful for assessing the conformity to standards of the ambient air
quality during the operation of the proposed project. The ambient air quality for PM10 (<10 microns),
PM2.5 (<2.5 microns), SO2, NO2, O3, NH3, Pb, As, Ni, Benzene, VOC and BaP was monitored at eight (8) locations in the study area. 3.4.1. Sampling and Analytical Techniques The techniques used for ambient air quality monitoring and its minimum detectable levels are given in Table 3-6. Table3.6: Techniques Used for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Sr. Parameter Technique Technical Minimum No. protocol Detectable Limits
1. PM10 Respirable Dust IS-5182(Part-23) 10µg/m3 Sampler (Gravimetric method)
2. PM2.5 fine particular Sampler - 4.0µg/m3 (Gravimetric method) 3. Sulphur Dioxide Modified West and Gaeke IS-5182(Part-II) 4.0µg/m3 4. Nitrogen Oxide Jacob &Hochheiser IS-5182(Part-VI) 6.0µg/m3 5. CO Gas Analyser (CO) IS 5182 (Part 10) 1.0 mg/m3
6. O3 UV Spectrophotometer IS 5182 (Part 9) 5.0µg/m3
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Sr. Parameter Technique Technical Minimum No. protocol Detectable Limits 7. NH3 Titrimetric Method - 20µg/m3 8. Pb AAS Method IS 5182(Part 22) 0.50µg/m3 9. As AAS Method IS 5182(Part 22) 1.0ng/m3 10. Ni AAS Method IS 5182(Part 22) 1.0ng/m3 11. Benzene GC Method IS 5182(Part 11) 1.0µg/m3 12. BaP GC Method IS 5182(Part 12) 0.1ng/m3 13. VOC Gas Analyser (CO) - 1.0µg/m3
3.4.2. Sampling locations Sampling locations were selected for AAQ Monitoring keeping in view the pre-dominant wind direction prevailing in the area during the study period. It can be observed from the wind rose diagram (Figure: 3.2) that the predominant wind direction during the study period was from N, NE &E direction. Villages / locations have been selected in the downwind direction as well as in the upwind direction for AAQ monitoring from the project site. Monitoring stations selected for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring during the study period are given in Table: 3.7. Satellite image showing locations of AAQ Monitoring Stations are depicted in Figure 3.3. Table- 3.7: Locations of AAQ Monitoring Station
Approx. Upwind or Aerial downwind distance Type w.r.t Station Sampling GPS Locations from of predomina Code Location project site, Area nt wind km with direction Direction (SW-NE) Project AQ-1. 00 Lat.:22.929721°, Long.: 70.841407° I -- Site Nava AQ-2. 2.37 NNW Lat.:22.934578°, Long.:70.819759° R Crosswind Sadulka AQ-3. Haripar 2.41 NE Lat.:22.944882°,Long.:70.857638° R Upwind AQ-4. Kerala 1.53 SEE Lat.:22.924203°, Long.: 70.855938° A Crosswind AQ-5. Bela 5.79 SE Lat.: 22.897379°, Long.:70.887287° R Crosswind Juna AQ-6. 2.89 SW Lat.: 22.906584°, Long.:70.826477° R Downwind Sadulka Nava AQ-7. 9.01 NNW Lat.: 23.001651°, Long.: 70.803421° R Crosswind Nagdavs AQ-8. Pipali 7.60 SSE Lat.:22.864457°, Long.:70.868288° R Crosswind Note: I – Industrial, R- Residential, A- Agriculture
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Figure.3.3: Satellite image showing locations of AAQ Monitoring Stations
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Table- 3.8: Ambient Air Quality of Study Area
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NOX CO O3 NH3 Pb As Ni Benzene BaP VOC Monitoring Location Details µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 mg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 ng/m3 ng/m3 µg/m3 ng/m3 µg/m3 Min 75.00 31.00 17.00 24.00 2.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 1.00 Max 98.00 47.00 24.00 30.00 2.90 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.90 Project Site (AQ1) Avg 88.38 39.33 20.04 27.25 2.34 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 1.85 98% 98.00 46.08 23.08 30.00 2.85 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.90 Min 60.00 21.00 12.00 19.00 1.50 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 1.10 Nava Sadulka Max 74.00 31.00 22.00 29.00 2.80 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.50 (AQ2) Avg 66.79 39.33 20.04 23.63 2.14 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 1.83 98% 73.54 30.08 21.54 28.08 2.80 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.50 Min 68.00 20.00 12.00 19.00 1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 1.00 Max 82.00 42.00 19.00 27.00 1.90 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.40 Haripar (AQ3) Avg 74.58 31.08 15.75 23.13 1.35 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 1.79 98% 81.54 41.08 19.00 26.54 1.90 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.40 Min 68.00 20.00 13.00 19.00 1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.7 Max 82.00 30.00 19.00 27.00 1.60 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.2 Kerala (AQ4) Avg 74.88 24.96 16.46 23.54 1.21 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.65 98% 82.00 29.54 19.00 27.00 1.60 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 2.6 Min 60.00 15.00 12.00 18.00 <1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 Max 81.00 31.00 19.00 28.00 <1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 Bela (AQ5) Avg 69.63 22.46 15.67 23.42 <1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 98% 80.54 31.00 19.00 28.00 <1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 Min 68.00 19.00 14.00 20.00 2.10 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 Juna Sadulka Max 81.00 33.00 21.00 29.00 2.80 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 (AQ6) Avg 74.83 26.63 18.29 24.88 2.20 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 98% 80.54 32.54 21.00 28.54 1.60 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 Min 67.00 21.00 14.00 21.00 <1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 Nava Nagadavs Max 81.00 33.00 22.00 29.00 <1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 (AQ7) Avg 74.74 26.91 17.74 25.30 <1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 98% 80.56 32.56 21.56 28.56 <1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 Pipali Min 68.00 20.00 12.00 20.00 1.00 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00
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PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NOX CO O3 NH3 Pb As Ni Benzene BaP VOC Monitoring Location Details µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 mg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 ng/m3 ng/m3 µg/m3 ng/m3 µg/m3 (AQ8) Max 81.00 31.00 19.00 29.00 1.90 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 Avg 75.67 25.46 15.92 26.04 1.29 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 98% 81.00 30.54 19.00 28.54 1.90 <5.00 <20.00 <0.50 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <0.10 <1.00 NAAQS (2009) 24 Hr 100.00 60.00 80.00 80.00 -- -- 400 1.0 -- [TWA] 1 hour ------04 180 ------Annual 06 20 05 01 Source: UERL Laboratory division, Vapi 3.4.3. Observations The concentration of PM10 was found to be between 60μg/m3 (Nava Sadulka & Bela) to 98μg/m3. (Project Site). The average concentration was in the range of 66.79 to 88.38μg/m3. The concentration of PM2.5 was between 15μg/m3 (Bela) to 47μg/m3 (Project site) and the average concentrations were observed in the range of 22.46 to 39.33μg/m3 The SO2 concentration were between 12μg/m3 (Nava Sadulka, Haripar, Bela, Pipali) to 24μg/m3 (Project Site). The average concentrations were observed in the range between 15.67 μg/m3to 20.04μg/m3. The NOx concentration were between 18μg/m3 (Bela) to 30μg/m3 (Project site) with average values observed in the range of 23.13 μg/m3to 27.25 μg/m3. In two locations (Nava Nagadavs and Bela) CO found to be in below detectable limit. The Maximum concentration of CO was found to be 2.90 mg/m3 (Project site) with average values observed in the range of 1.21 mg/m3 to 2.34 mg/m3. In four locations (Nava Nagadavs, Juna Sadulka, Pipali and Bela) CO found to be in below detectable limit. The Maximum concentration of VOC was found to be 2.90μg/m3 (Project site) with average values observed in the range of 1.79 μg/m3 to 1.85 μg/m3. The concentrations of all the air quality parameters as monitored during the baseline study are within the permissible limits as per the NAAQ Standards as prescribed by MoEF&CC.
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3.5. Ambient Noise Survey The physical description of sound concerns its loudness as a function of frequency. Noise in general is sound, which is composed of many frequencies, components of various loudness is distributed over the audible frequency range. Various noise scales have been introduced to describe, in a single number, the response of an average human to a complex sound made up of various frequencies at different loudness levels. The most common and universally accepted scale which is measured in dB(A). This is more suitable for audible range of 20 to 20,000Hz and weighs the components according to the response of a human ear.
3.5.1. Sampling Locations Locations selected for noise level monitoring are given in Table: 3.9.
Table- 3.9: Locations of Noise Level Monitoring Station Station Sampling Approx. Aerial GPS Locations Type of Code Location distance from Area project site, km with direction N-1. Project Site 00 Lat.:22.929268°, Long.: 70.841723° Industry N-2. Nava Sadulka 2.36 NNW Lat.:22.933754°, Long.:70.819450° Residential N-3. Haripar 2.36 NE Lat.:22.944730°, Long.:70.856858° Residential N-4. Kerala 1.24 SEE Lat.:22.931623°, Long.: 70.853478° Residential N-5. Bela 5.80 SE Lat.: 22.897767°, Long.:70.887358° Residential N-6. Juna Sadulka 2.94 SW Lat.: 22.905813°, Long.:70.827217° Residential N-7. Nava Nagdavs 9.04 NNW Lat.: 23.000960°, Long.: 70.803098° Residential N-8. Pipali 7.84 SSE Lat.:22.860930°, Long.:70.864529° Residential
3.5.2. Results and discussion The ambient noise levels measured and analysed for equivalent noise levels viz. Leq(24hrly), Leqday, Leqnight at all the noise monitoring locations for the study period are presented in Table 3-10.
Table 3.10: Ambient Noise Level in Study Area Day Time Night Time Loc. Location Min Max Average Min Max Average Code dB (A) dB (A) dB(A) dB (A) dB (A) dB(A) Industrial N1 Project Site 61.4 61.8 61.6 42.8 43.0 42.9 CPCB Standard - - 75 - - 70 Residential N2 Nava Sadulka 58.9 59.5 59.2 38.6 39.0 38.8 N3 Haripar 49.7 50.1 49.9 33.7 33.9 33.8 N5 Kerala 49.2 49.6 49.4 33.7 33.8 33.7 N4 Bela 49.0 49.4 49.2 33.6 33.8 33.7 N5 Juna Sadulka 48.3 48.7 48.5 33.0 33.2 33.1 N7 Nava Nagdavs 48.0 54.0 51.0 36.5 41.7 39.1 N8 Pipali 46.0 51.7 48.8 34.8 37.8 36.3 CPCB Standards - - 65 - - 55 Source : UERL Laboratory division, Vapi
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Figure: 3.4: Ambient Noise sampling locations map
3.5.3. Observations 3.5.3.1. Residential Zone The Leq day for the residential zone was observed to be in the range of 48.5 dB (A) (Juna Sadulka) to 59.2 dB (A) (Nava Sadulka). The Leq night for the residential zone was observed to be in the range of 33.1 dB (A) (Juna Sadulka) to 39.1 dB (A) (Nava Nagdavs). The ambient noise levels in the villages are under the influence of local environment and the Leq values are within permissible limits in all the villages. 3.5.3.2. Industrial Zone The Leq Day for the industrial zone at project site was found to be 61.6 dB (A) while the leq for the night was found to be 42.9 dB (A) and were found to not exceed the CPCB limits for the Industrial zone –both for the day time and the night time.
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3.6. Water Quality Water quality (ground and surface) was studied with special reference to the parameters mentioned in the IS 10500. A total of 8 and 4 locations were selected to study the ground and surface water quality respectively within the 10km radius of the project boundary. Table- 3.11: Locations of Surface water Sampling Station Station Sampling Location Approx. Aerial distance from GPS Locations Code project site, km with Direction SW-1. Khetarkhadi(Tributary 2.02 SE Lat.:22.923178° Godadhar Nadi)-UP-Stream Long.: 70.860671° SW-2. Khetarkhadi(Tributary 1.87 NE Lat.:22.941047° Godadhar Nadi)-Down Stream Long.:70.854240° SW-3. 0.4SE Lat.:22.926034° Irrigation Canal Long.:70.844439° SW-4. Machhu River Near Dharampur 7.85 SW Lat.:22.859219° village Long.: 70.826449°
Table- 3.12: Locations of Ground water Sampling Station. Station Sampling Location Approx. Aerial distance GPS Locations Code from project site, km with Direction GW-1. Project Site (Bore well) 00 Lat.:22.930385°, Long.: 70.841680° GW-2. Nava Sadulka (Bore well) 2.48 NW Lat.:22.933103°, Long.:70.818105° GW-3. Haripar (Bore well) 2.22 NE Lat.:22.944496°, Long.:70.855252° GW-4. Kerala(Bore well) 1.35 E Lat.:22.929819°, Long.: 70.854916° GW-5. Bela (Bore well) 5.74 SE Lat.: 22.897863°, Long.:70.886695° GW-6. Juna Sadulka (Bore well) 2.76 SW Lat.: 22.908052°, Long.:70.826720° GW-7. Nava Nagdavs (Bore well) 9.05 NNW Lat.: 23.000094° Long.: 70.798577° GW-8. Pipali (Open well) 7.94 SSE Lat.:22.860210°, Long.:70.864722°
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Figure: 3.5: Surface Water sampling locations map
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Figure: 3.6: Ground Water sampling locations map
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3.6.2 Results of water quality Four surface water samples and eight ground water were collected and analysed for various parameters. The analysed results were compared with CPCB surface water standard and IS 10500(criteria drinking water) for ground water. The water sampling locations are shown in Figure 3.5 &3.6. The water quality result for surface water and ground water sampling locations are given in Table 3.13 & 3.14
Table 3.13: Surface water Quality of Study Area S.No. Parameters Unit SW01 SW02 SW03 SW04 1. Colour Pt. Co. Scale 40 20 <5 200 2. Odour -- Unobjectionable 3. Salinity ppt 2.93 3.13 0.03 0.15 4. EC µ/cm 7480.6 8256.7 340.3 543.3 5. Turbidity NTU 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 6. pH -- 8.13 8.47 8.48 8.23 7. Temperature 0C 29 30 30 28
8. Total Hardness as CaCO3 mg/L 742 860.7 127.2 152.6 9. Total Dissolved Solids mg/L 5012 5532 228 364 10. Calcium as Ca mg/L 123.2 146.1 28.9 48.4 11. Magnesium as Mg mg/L 105.6 120.5 13.4 7.7 12. Total Alkalinity mg/L 452.3 498.1 148.8 108.8 13. Chloride as Cl- mg/L 1622.9 1732.1 17.4 80.4 -2 14. Sulphate as SO4 mg/L 1310 1462.2 14.5 70
15. Nitrate as NO3 mg/L 0.2 2.1 0.4 5.2 16. Fluoride as F mg/L 2.8 0.8 0.3 0.7 17. Sodium as Na mg/L 1492 1632 29.7 49 18. Potassium as K mg/L 16 26 3.0 22 19. Total Nitrogen mg/L 7.1 6.1 MDL<5.0 MDL<5.0 20. Total Phosphorous mg/L 0.04 0.05 0.02 0.5 21. Dissolved Oxygen mg/L 5.6 6.8 5.4 3.8 22. Bio-Chemical Oxygen mg/L 21 24 8.0 108.0 23. Chemical Oxygen Demand mg/L 73.4 77.5 22.4 306.0 24. Phenolic Compound mg/L <0.01 25. Lead as Pb mg/L <0.003 26. Arsenic as Pb mg/L <0.01 27. Cadmium as Cd mg/L <0.001 Microbiological Test 28. Total Coliform MPN/100 ml 63 74 50 90 E. Coli MPN/100 ml 20 28 22 42
Minimum Detection Limits for Parameters mentioned as BDL: BOD - 5 mg/lit Phenolic Compound – 0.01 mg/lit Lead – 0.003 mg/lit Cadmium – 0.001 mg/lit
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Classification of river water as per their intended use is described in below: Sr No. Class Designated Best- Use and Criteria 1. A Drinking water source without conventional treatment but after disinfection; Total Coliforms ≤ 50MPN/100ml, pH 6.5 -8.5, DO ≥ 6mg/l, BOD 5 days 20°C ≤ 2mg/l 2. B Outdoor bathing; Total Coliforms≤ 500MPN/100ml,pH 6.5 - 8.5,DO ≥ 5mg/l, BOD 5 days 20°C≤ 3mg/l 3. C Drinking water source with conventional treatment followed by disinfection; Total Coliforms ≤5000MPN/100ml, pH 6 – 9,DO≥ 4mg/l, BOD 5 days 20°C ≤ 3mg/l 4. D Fish culture and wild life propagation; pH 6.5 - 8.5,DO ≥ 4mg/l, Free Ammonia (as N) ≤ 1.2 mg/l 5. E Irrigation, industrial cooling or controlled waste disposal; pH 6.0 - 8.5, EC at 25°C micro mhos/cm Max.2250, SAR Max. 26, Boron Max. 2mg/l (Source: Water Quality Criteria CPCB)
Table 3.14: Ground water Quality of Study Area: Sr. GW- GW- GW- GW- GW- GW- GW- GW- Parameters Unit No. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Colour (Pt-Co 1. Unit <5 <5 <5 <5 10 10 <5 <5 Scale) 2. Odour -- Unobjectionable 3. Salinity ppt 2.50 2.53 5.26 2.82 2.68 2.36 2.71 0.72 4. EC µ/cm 5531.2 5617 7710.4 6680.4 6226.8 5725.4 6420.9 1632.8 5. Turbidity NTU N.D N.D N.D N.D N.D N.D N.D N.D 6. pH -- 7.71 7.85 8.05 8.02 7.95 7.08 8.31 8.22 7. Temperature 0C 29 30 30 30 30 30 30 28 8. Total Hardness as mg/lit. 612.7 634.9 2400.9 809.8 784.4 684.8 795.0 400.7 CaCO3 9. Total Dissolved mg/lit. 3706 3760 5166 4476 4172 3836 4302 1094 Solid 10. Calcium as Ca mg/lit. 108.8 121.1 260.0 147.8 130.8 97.7 135.1 56.1 11. Magnesium as Mg mg/lit. 82.9 80.9 425.8 107.1 111.3 107.2 111.3 63.4 12. Total Alkalinity mg/lit. 469.4 469.4 449.4 758.6 698.4 572.5 669.8 292.0 13. Chloride as Cl- mg/lit. 1384.6 1399.6 2910.8 1563.3 1483.9 1307.7 1498.8 398.0 -2 14. Sulphate as SO4 mg/lit. 717 752 74 885 795 678 840 24 15. Nitrate as NO3 mg/lit. 7.4 8.3 19 9.8 8.5 7.7 9.3 3.1 16. Fluoride as F mg/lit. 13.1 15.6 2.9 20.1 17.5 14.3 17.2 1.4 17. Sodium mg/lit. 1114 1153 970 1365 1295 1253 1227 236 18. Potassium mg/lit. 3.0 3.0 3.6 3.2 3.0 3.0 3.1 3.1 19. Total Nitrogen mg/lit. N.D N.D N.D N.D N.D N.D N.D N.D 20. Total Phosphorous mg/lit. 0.04 0.06 0.03 0.06 0.05 0.04 0.06 0.02 21. Phenolic mg/lit. <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 Compound 22. Lead as Pb mg/lit. <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 23. Arsenic mg/lit. <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 24. Cadmium mg/lit. <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 Microbiological Test 25. Total Coliform CFU/ <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 26. E. Coli 100 Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent ml
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3.6.3. Results and Discussion Ground water samples In 8 locations of study area the essential elements in water like TDS, Salinity, Phosphate, pH, Total hardness, Chloride are higher than tolerance range as per IS 10500(criteria drinking water) which indicates that the water is not suitable for direct consumption and requires treatment. High concentration of TDS and electrical conductivity in groundwater results in difficulty for plants to overcome osmotic pressure and further assimilate water and nutrients. This will ultimately result in reduced crop yield and hence, lowering of net benefits. Salt tolerant varieties of crops can be introduced in affected areas. Interpretation. The Salinity is present in ground water quality of study area because of the influence of seawater intrusion on groundwater. Surface Water Samples Four surface water resources were studied SW1, SW2 & SW3 were found to be confirming Class-D of CPCB Criteria (Fish culture and wild life propagation). As the BOD level is greater than 3mg/l SW4 was found to be confirming Class-E of CPCB Criteria (Irrigation, industrial cooling or controlled waste disposal). As the DO level less than 4mg/l
3.7. Hydrogeology, Geology &Topography 3.7.1 Local Geology:- Geology of the area covered by alluvium is known through the litho logical Section. These reveal that the unconsolidated sediments consist predominantly of massive, sticky, pinkish clay with minor amounts of sand and silt and insignificant quantities of cobbles and pebbles of basalt, quartz and jasper intermixed with clay and silt. The clay is pink to light brown, massive and sticky. The sand occurring as thin lenses in clays is generally yellowish brown, fine coarse grained and consist of rounded to sub rounded grains of quartz of various colors. The sand is sometimes dark, particularly in the sediments overlying basalt. Clays constitute about 90% of the bulk of sediments. Thickness of Unconsolidated sediments: On the basis of the data, it is observed that the thickness of the sediments increases rapidly away from the exposures of hard rocks. At Bela towards south alluvial sediments. Generally less than 10 meters thick overlie basalt which is exposed in the vicinity of Pipri-Bela road. Within a distance of six kilometers towards north the sediments attain a thickness of 35 meters at Kerala. Disposition of Hard rock’s:- The rocks of Jurassic to lower Eocene age form the basement over which Quaternary unconsolidated sediments were deposited. From the study of hard rock exposures and the rock cuttings obtained during exploratory drilling it was found that the basement for unconsolidated sediments consists of basalt and sandstone. It was inferred that the basalt sandstone contact trends in northwest south east direction between Maliya and Chikli up to Rohisala and then takes a swing in south west direction towards Jetpur and passing Between Kerala and Rangpur finally joins with the surface outcrop near Pipli. The thickness of basalt at Maliya decreases towards east. Basalt is not met with at Chikli. The sediments overlying it invariably contain pebbles cobbles and boulders of basalt. Towards north and north east of the area, the boreholes at Chikli, Kakreji, Vejaipur Miani etc. indicate that the unconsolidated sediments directly overlie sandstone without the intervening basalt. 3.7.2 Hydrogeology:- In the greater part of the area the groundwater occurs in unconsolidated sediments but for in the southern fringes where it occurs in hard rock consisting of sandstone and basalt. The sandstone is poorly permeable and when present below the zone of saturation, yield water to wells bedding and fracture planes and
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3.8. Soil Characteristics 3.8.1. Introduction Soil health, also referred to as soil quality, is defined as the continued capacity of soil to function as a vital living ecosystem that sustains plants, animals, and humans. This definition speaks to the importance of managing soils so they are sustainable for future generations. Healthy soil gives us clean air and water, bountiful crops, productive grazing lands, diverse wildlife, and beautiful landscapes. Soil does all this by performing five essential functions: Regulating water - Soil helps control where rain and irrigation water goes. Water and dissolved solutes flow over the land or into and through the soil. Sustaining plant and animal life - The diversity and productivity of living things depends on soil. Filtering and buffering potential pollutants - The minerals and microbes in soil are responsible for filtering, buffering, degrading, immobilizing, and detoxifying organic and inorganic materials, including industrial and municipal by-products and atmospheric deposits. Cycling nutrients - Carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and many other nutrients are stored, transformed, and cycled in the soil Physical stability and support - Soil structure provides a medium for plant roots. Soils also provide support for human structures and protection for archaeological treasures. 3.8.2. Methodology Physico-chemical parameters have been analyzed to ascertain the baseline status of soil in the study area. Samples of the area have been collected once during the study period, which are summarized in the Table 3.3. Table- 3.15: The details of the soil sampling location Approx. Aerial distance Type of Area GPS Locations Station Sampling Location from Code project site, km with Latitude Longitude Direction SS-1. Project Site 00 Industrial 22.930350° 70.841680° SS-2. Nava Sadulka 1.97 NW Agricultural 22.934826° 70.823760° SS-3. Haripar 2.70 NE Agricultural 22.944958° 70.861431° SS-4. Kerala 1.32 E Agricultural 22.933110° 70.853989° SS-5. Bela 5.72 SE Agricultural 22.894462° 70.883633° SS-6. Juna Sadulka 2.78 SW Agricultural 22.908530° 70.825694° SS-7. Nava Nagdavs 8.37 NNW Agricultural 22.998729° 70.811436° SS-8. Pipali 7.55 SSE Agricultural 22.865040° 70.868869°
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Figure 3.8: Surface Soil sampling locations map
The detailed quality of the collected soil samples are presented below in subsequent table. Table 3.16: Soil Quality of Study Area
Sr. Parameter Unit (SS1) (SS2) (SS3) (SS4) (SS5) (SS6) (SS7) (SS8) No 1 Bulk Density gm/cm3 1.38 1.21 1.22 1.30 1.20 1.21 1.20 1.59 2 Porosity % 40 40 42 38 35 37 34 34 3 Grain Size Distribution Sand % 16 19 22 26 20 17 18 24 Silt % 40 41 39 32 42 42 42 28 Clay % 44 40 39 42 38 41 40 48 4 Textural Class Silty Silty Silty Clay Silty Silty -- Clay Clay Clay Clay Clay Loam Clay Clay Loam 5 WHC ml/100 40 41 33 36 32 41 43 48 gm 6 pH - 7.6 7.9 8.35 8.32 8.35 8.30 7.20 8.38 7 EC µS/cm 1500.0 1190.0 1850.0 1870.0 1760.0 1180.0 1650.0 1630.3 8 Organic Carbon (OC) % 0.68 0.55 0.68 0.68 0.68 0.49 0.25 0.59 9 Available Nitrogen (N) mg/kg 165.3 124.0 149.4 126.9 156.1 86.3 156.1 105.6
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10 Available Phosphorus mg/kg 30.80 7.0 27.9 24.9 27.0 19.74 8.9 30.07 (P) 11 Available Potassium (K) mg/kg 20.90 27.5 13.56 121.0 131.1 3.1 97.2 4.4 12 Available Zinc (Zn) mg/kg 0.384 125.00 0.34 0.34 0.34 0.480 0.66 0.404 13 Available Iron (Fe) mg/kg 22.01 77.89 3.72 3.72 3.72 23.14 0.44 22.49 14 Available Manganese mg/kg 4.660 5.80 4.66 4.66 4.66 5.428 0.36 4.872 (Mn) 15 Available Copper (Cu) mg/kg 0.330 1.24 0.96 0.96 0.96 0.386 0.68 0.348 NOTE: EC= Electric Conductivity, WHC=Water Holding Capacity Source: UERL Laboratory Division, Vapi (Sampling Date: 13/11/2017 and Report Date: 14/11/2017) 3.7.3. Results and discussion The texture of the soil in the study area is Silty Clay, Silty Clay Lome and Clay. The colour of the soil is light to dark brownish black in the study area. The soil is having high water and moisture retention capacity due to clay content. The water holding capacity of the study area ranges between 32 to 48 mg/100 g and these being silty clay and clayey soils are capable of retaining sufficient water which facilitate in plant growth. The pH of the soil samples from the study area is found to mostly normal (i.e., ranges between 6.5 - 8.2) with few places as alkaline (i.e., > 8.2). Hence a good range of micronutrients are available in soil, making the soil good for agricultural uses. The EC of the soil of the study area is medium (i.e., ranges between 1000 to 3000 µSm/cm). The percentage of Organic Carbon of the study area ranges from low to medium (i.e., Low <0.5 and Medium 0.5-0.75). The soil of the project site is found to be free from any contaminant.
3.9. Ecology and Biodiversity General: Necessity of baseline study is to determine the flora and fauna diversity in the existing environmental conditions and ecological layout of the study area. To identify endemic and endangered species present in the range of the pollutants from the proposed project. A detailed flora and fauna study was carried out in 10 km radius area of the project site. Field survey of the selected locations within the study area is conducted based on the ecologically diverse and dense vegetation identified from Google map and land use pattern map. Verification of the secondary data obtained is conducted specific to the study area of the project. Observations at different sampling points and qualitative as well as quantitative analysis of the vegetation and fauna were made. The ICUCN status and schedule as per the Wildlife Protection Act, I972of the enlisted species are established. The field survey was conducted at identified survey area, during the study period (October’17 to December’17) within the study area of 10 Km radial distance from the project site. Morbi district has 5 talukas - Morbi, Maliya, Tankara, Wankaner (previously in Rajkot district) and Halvad (previously in Surendranagar district).Our project study area falls in two takukas, namely Morbi and Maliya. Few forest patches are reported in these two talukas (in villages Chikhli, Venasar, Mandarki, Ghantila, Bhavpar, Bagasara, Vavaniya, Khakhrechi, Mota Dahisara, Kalikanagar, Lalpar, Khanpar, Chanchapar, Thorala, Rajpar, Paneli, Gidach, Makansar and Ghunada Sajanpar).But, none of these forest area falls within the study area of the project.
Floral diversity of the study period The climatic, edaphic and biotic variations with their complex interrelationship and compositions of species, which are adapted to these variations, have resulted in different vegetation cover, characteristic of each region. The following account of floral inventory has been based on the field survey conducted for a short duration during the study period, is not very comprehensive data and is aimed only to give a general pattern
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Sr. Importance/ Life No. Common Name Scientific Name Status Form Family 26 Bikan Borreria pusilla (Wall.) DC. Common Herb Rubiaceae Bothriochloa pertusa (L.) A. 27 Jinjavu Ga Common Grass Poaceae Camus 28 Akado,Aak Calotropis procera (Ait.) R. Br. Common Shrub Asclepiadaceae Kerado, Dora Capparis decidua (Forsk.) 29 Common Shrub Capparaceae Kera Edgew. Bkan Fofti, 30 Cardiospermum halicacabum L. Common Herb Sapindaceae Tridhari Val 31 Avar Cassia auriculataL. Abundant Shrub Caesalpiniaceae Cassia italica subsp. micrantha 32 Mindhiavar Common Herb Caesalpiniaceae Brenan 33 Nidhechor, Khad Cassia pumilla Lam. Common Herb Caesalpiniaceae 34 Lampadi Celosia argentea L. Common Herb Amaranthaceae 35 Dhaman Gha Cenchrus biflorus auct. Common Grass Poaceae 36 Dhaman Gha Cenchrus ciliaris L. Common Grass Poaceae 37 Anjan Gha Cenchrus setigerus Vahl Common Grass Poaceae 38 Rusad Gha Chloris barbata Sw. Common Grass Poaceae 39 - Chloris virgata Sw. Common Grass Poaceae 40 Khad Sundhiyu Ga Chrysopogon fulvus (Spr.) Shiov. Common Grass Poaceae Beddhro, 41 Cleome viscosa L. Common Herb Capparaceae Prlobidhro 42 Tindora, Ghiloda Coccinia grandis (L.) Voigt Common Climber Cucurbitaceae Vegai, Vagval, 43 Cocculus hirsutus (L.) Diels Common Shrub Menispermaceae Asipal 44 Karipat, Karipad Cocculus pendulus(Forst.) Diels Common Shrub Menispermaceae 45 - Commelina diffusa Burm. f. Common Herb Commelinaceae Commicarpus verticillatus(Poir.) 46 Dhokariyar Common Herb Nyctaginaceae Standl. Commiphora wightii (Arn.) 47 Gugar, Gugariya Not Common Shrub Burseraceae Bhandari Ashi/ Bethi Sankh Convolvulus microphyllus (Roth) 48 Common Herb Convolvulaceae Val Sieb. ex Spr. Navi Val, Naigi Corallocarpus epigaeus (Rottl. & 49 Val, Not Common Climber Cucurbitaceae Willd.) Cl. Ajapad Mundheri, 50 Corchorus depressus (L.) Stocks Common Herb Tiliaceae Munderi 51 Liyar, Desi Gunda Cordia gharaf (Forsk.) E.&.A. Common Tree Ehretiaceae Khirasan, Crotalaria burhia Buch-Ham. ex 52 Common Shrub Fabaceae Khadasan Bth Ctenolepis cerasiformis (Stocks) 53 Dod Val Common Climber Cucurbitaceae Hk. f. 54 Kotimbda vell Cucumis callosus (Rottl.) Cogn. Common Climber Cucurbitaceae 55 Indriyal Cucumis prophetarum L. Common Climber Cucurbitaceae 56 - Cuscuta reflexa Roxb. Common Herb Cuscutaceae Cymbopogon jwarancusa (Jones) 57 - Common Grass Poaceae Schult. 58 Chhabbar Gha Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers. Common Grass Poaceae
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Sr. Importance/ Life No. Common Name Scientific Name Status Form Family Kaluro, Mutha, Cyperus rotundus L.subsp. 59 Common Sedge Cyperaceae Moth rotundus Dactyloctenium aegypticum (L.) 60 Vado Mandanu Common Grass Poaceae P. Beauv. 61 Sano Madanu Dactyloctenium sindicum Boiss. Common Grass Poaceae Dalechampia scandens L. var. 62 - Not Common Climber Euphorbiaceae cordofana (Hochst. Ex A. Rich.) 63 Dhaturo Datura innoxia Mill. Common Shrub Solanaceae Desmostachya bipinnata (L.) 64 Darab, Gha, Dab Common Grass Poaceae Stapf Dunuhi gha, Dichanthium annulatum (Forak.) 65 Common Grass Poaceae Jinjavo Stapf 66 Lolar Digera muricata (L.) Mart. Common Herb Amaranthaceae Digitaria adscendens (H.B.&K.) 67 - Common Grass Poaceae Henr. Dipteracanthus patulus (Jacq.) 68 - Common Herb Acanthaceae Nees Sanvadha Sau, 69 Echinochloa colonum (L.) Link Common Grass Poaceae Samu 70 Bhangaro Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. Mant. Common Herb Asteraceae Eleusine compressa (Forsk.) 71 Mandanu Common Grass Poaceae Aschers. & Schweinf. MameCho, Enicostema axillare (Lamk.) 72 Common Herb Gentianaceae Mamej Roynal Eragrostis ciliaris (L.) R. Br. 73 Fuliyu Gah Common Grass Poaceae var.ciliaris Eragrostis tenella (L.) P. Beauv. 74 Limor, Kalavo Common Grass Poaceae ex R. & S. 75 - Euphorbia orbiculata H. B.& K. Common Herb Euphorbiaceae 76 - Euphorbia thymifolia L. Common Herb Euphorbiaceae Kari Sankhval, Evolvulus alsinoides (L.) L. var. 77 Common Herb Convolvulaceae Sani alsinoides Dhramau, Fagonia schweienfurthii (Hadidi) 78 Common Herb Zygophyllaceae Dhamaso Hadidi 79 Undarkani Goniogyna hirta (Willd.) Ali Common Herb Fabaceae 80 Gangni Grewia tenax (Forsk.) Fiori Common Shrub Tiliaceae Heliotropium marifolium 81 - Common Herb Boraginaceae Koen.ex Retz. var. marifolium Heteropogon contortus (L.) 82 Dungar Gha Common Grass Poaceae P.Beauv. ex.R. & S. 83 - Hibiscus caesius Garcke Not Common Herb Convolvulaceae San Bhindo, 84 Hibiscus ovalifolius (Forsk.) Vahl Common Shrub Malvaceae Kurad Val Gadar Gari, Ridha Indigofera cordifolia Heyne ex 85 Common Herb Fabaceae Gari Willd. Indigofera linifolia Retz. var. 86 Sani Gari Common Herb Fabaceae linifolia 87 Adbau Unerigi Val Ipomoea eriocarpa R. Br. Common Herb Convolvulaceae
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Sr. Importance/ Life No. Common Name Scientific Name Status Form Family 88 Fotiyal, Fotiyar Ipomoea pes-tigridis L. Common Herb Convolvulaceae 89 Kari Andhedi Justicia procumbens L. Common Herb Acanthaceae 90 - Lepidagathis trinervis Wall. Common Herb Acanthaceae 91 Sanepanjo Gumu Leucas lavandulaefolia Rees Not Common Herb Lamnaceae 92 - Lycium barbarum L. Not Frequent Shrub Solanaceae Pinjolo, Accho Maerua oblongifolia (Foeak.) A. 93 Common Twiner Capparaceae Pinjolo Rich. Melanocenchrus jacquemontii J. 94 Vekar Common Grass Poaceae & S. Mukia maderespatensis (L.) M. 95 Ankhfutmani Common Climber Cucurbitaceae Roem. Gum Gha, Dham 96 Panicum antidotale Retz. Not Common Grass Poaceae Gha Pentatropis capensis (L. f.) 97 Dhodhiyal Not Common Twiner Asclepiadaceae Bullock Dudhariyal, Pergularia daemia (Forsk.) 98 Common Twiner Asclepiadaceae Dudhar Val Chiov. Rati Khip, Siriyar 99 Periploca aphylla Decne Not Common Shrub Periplocaceae Khip Peristrophe bicalyculata (Retz.) 100 Kari Adhedi Common Herb Acanthaceae Nees 101 Khajuri Phoenix sylvestris (L.) Roxb. Common Tree Arecaceae 102 Pat Amari, Amari Phyllanthus fraternus Webst. Common Herb Euphorbiaceae Polygala erioptera DC. var. 103 Patsan Common Herb Polygalaceae erioptera 104 Son Fuladi Pulicaria wightiana (DC.) Cl. Not Common Herb Asteraceae 105 Gadar Bhurat Pupalia lappacea (L.) Juss. Common Shrub Amaranthaceae Rhynchosia minima (L.) DC.var. 106 Mungarial Common Twiner Fabaceae minima 107 Fang val Rivea hypocrateriformis Choisy Common Climber Convolvulaceae 108 Mithi Zar Salvadora oleoides Decne. Not Frequent Shrub Salvadoraceae 109 Khari Zar, Pailu Salvadora persica L. Common Shrub Salvadoraceae 110 - Sida ovata Forsk. Common Herb Malvaceae 111 Jangali Ringni Solanum surattense Burm. f. Common Herb Solanaceae Sporobolus marginatus Hochst. 112 Khevai Ga Not Common Grass Poaceae ex A. Rich. Tephrosia uniflora Pers. subsp. 113 Sarpankhi Not Common Herb Fabaceae petrosa 114 Gah Tragus biflorus (Roxb.) Schult. Common Grass Poaceae Akanthi, 115 Tribulus terrestris L. Common Herb Zygophyllaceae MithaGokharu 116 Undh Fuli Trichodesma amplexicaule Roth Common Herb Boraginaceae 117 Vilayati Bhangro Tridax procumbensi L. Common Herb Asteraceae 118 Bhurati, Zepati Triumfetta rhomboidea Jacq. Not Common Herb Tiliaceae Sadodi, Kadu 119 Vernonia cinerea (L.) Less. Common Herb Asteraceae Kariyato 120 Boedi Jo Zad Zizyphus mauritiana Lam. Common Tree Rhamnaceae 121 Bordi, Boedi Zizyphus nummularia (Burm. F.) Common Shrub Rhamnaceae
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Sr. Importance/ Life No. Common Name Scientific Name Status Form Family W. & A. 122 Bepani Zornia gibbosa Span Not Frequent Herb Fabaceae 123 Pat Lani Zygophyllum simplex L. Not Common Herb Zygophyllaceae The Relative occurrence of the floral species is as under: Particulars Total Plants Relative % Importance/Status Abundant 5 4.07 Common 99 80.49 Not Common 15 12.20 Not Frequent 4 3.25 TOTAL 123 100.00 Life Form Climber 8 6.50 Grass 25 20.33 Herb 58 47.15 Sedge 1 0.81 Shrub 19 15.45 Tree 8 6.50 Twiner 4 3.25 TOTAL 123 100.00
Faunal Diversity The area supports varied habitats viz. open space, scrub-land, agricultural fields, wetlands and human settlements. Table 3.18: List of Herpetofauna found in the study area Sr. Shc. ofWLPA, Name of Family Name of Species Local Name No. 1972 Amphibian 1. Dicroglossidae Euphlyctiscyanophlyctis Skittering frog - Reptiles 2. Gekkonidae Hemidactylusbrookii Brook’s Gecko - 3. Agamidae Calotes versicolor Common garden lizard - 4. Agamidae Sitana ponticeriana Fan−Throated Lizard (Kachindi) - 5. Trionychidae Lissemys punctata Flap−shell Turtle (Kachbo) Shc.-I 6. Boidae Eryxjohnii Red sand Boa (Andhadichakad) Sch-II 7. Colubridae Ptyas mucosa Rat Snake Sch-II
Table 3.19: Overall Status of Terrestrial and Aquatic Birds Terrestrial Birds List: Included in Schedule of Migratory Sr.No. Common Name Family & Scientific Name Wild Life Protection Act Status Phasianidae 1 IndianPeafowl Pavo cristatus I R Upupidae 2 Common Hoopoe Upupa epops IV WV Meropidae
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Included in Schedule of Migratory Sr.No. Common Name Family & Scientific Name Wild Life Protection Act Status 3 Green Bee-eater Merops orientalis IV R Cuculidae 4 Koel Eudynamys scolopacea IV R Centropodidae 5 Greater Coucal Centropus sinensis IV R Psittacidae 6 Rose-ringed Parakeet Psittacula krameri IV R Apodidae 7 House (Little) Swift Apus affinis IV R Strigidae 8 Spotted Owlet Athene brama IV R Caprimulgidae 9 Grey Nightjar Caprimulgus indicus IV R Columbidae 10 Blue Rock Pigeon Columba livia IV R 11 Laughing Dove Streptopelia senegalensis IV R 12 Spotted Dove Streptopelia chinensis IV R Accipitridae Black-shouldered 13 Elanus caeruleus IV R Kite 14 Shikra Accipiter badius IV R 15 Black Kite Milvus migrans IV R 16 Brahminy Kite Haliastur indus R Laniidae 17 Bay-backed Shrike Lanius vittatus - WV Corvidae 18 Black Drongo Dicrurus macrocercus IV R 19 Common Iora Aegithina tiphia IV R 20 House Crow Corvus splendens IV R Muscicapidae 21 Indian Robin Saxicoloides fulicata IV R 22 Oriental Magpi Robin Copsychus saularis IV R 23 Common Stonechat Saxicola torquata - WV Sturnidae 24 Brahminy Myna Sturnus pagodarum IV R 25 Common Myna Acridotheres tristis IV R Pycnonotidae 26 Red-vented Bulbul Pycnonotus cafer IV R Cisticolidae 27 Ashy Prinia Prinia socialis IV R Sylviidae 28 Large Grey Babbler Turdoides malcolmi IV R 29 Common Tailorbird Orthotomus sutorius IV R Alaudidae 30 Crested Lark Galerida cristata IV R Ashy - crowned 31 Eremopterix grisea IV R Sparrow Lark Nectariniidae
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Included in Schedule of Migratory Sr.No. Common Name Family & Scientific Name Wild Life Protection Act Status 32 Purple Sunbird Nectarinia asiatica IV R Passeridae 33 Baya Weaver Bird Ploceus philippinus IV R 34 House Sparrow Passer domesticus IV R Hirundinidae 35 Red-rump Swallow Hirundo daurica IV R Laniidae 36 Grey shrike Lanius excubitor – R Total No of Species 36 Total No of Families 23 Note: Migratory Status = R-Resident, WV- Winter Visitor
Aquatic Birds List: Included in Schedule of Wild Migratory Sr.No. Common Name Family & Scientific Name Life Protection Act Status Dendrocygnidae 1 Lesser Whistling-Duck Dendrocygna javanica IV R Anatidae 2 Comb Duck Sarkidiornis melanotus IV R 3 Spot billed Duck Anas poecilorhyncha IV R Dacelonidae White-throated 4 Halcyon smyrensis IV R Kingfisher Cerylidae 5 Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis IV R 6 Common Coot Fulica atra IV R 7 Moorhen Gallinula chloropus - R Charadriidae 8 Little ringed Plover Charadrius dubius IV WV Scolopacidae 9 Marsh Sandpiper Tringa stagnatilis IV WV 10 Common Sandpiper Actitis hypoleucos IV WV Heliornithidae Pheasant - tailed 11 Hydrophasianus chirurgus - R Jacana Charadriidae 12 Black winged Stilt Himantopus himantopus IV R 13 Red-wattled Lapwing Vanellus indicus IV R 14 Yellow-wattled Lapwing Vanellus malabaricus- IV R Laridae 15 River Tern Sterna aurantia IV R Podicipedidae 16 Little Grebe Tachypaptus ruficollis IV R Phalacrocoracidae 17 Little Cormorant Phalacrocorax niger IV R Ardeidae 18 Cattle Egret Bubulcus ibis IV R
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Included in Schedule of Wild Migratory Sr.No. Common Name Family & Scientific Name Life Protection Act Status 19 Indian Pond Heron Ardeola grayii IV R 20 Little Egret Egretta garzetta IV R 21 Great Egret Casmerodius albus IV R 22 Grey Heron Ardea cinerea IV R Ciconiidae 23 Painted Strok Mycteria leucocephala IV WV & R Threskiornithidae 24 Black Ibis Pseudibis papillosa IV R Passeridae 25 Grey Wagtail Motacilla cinerea IV R Total No of Species 25 Total No of Families 15 Note: Migratory Status R-Resident, WV- Winter Visitor
Status of terrestrial and aquatic birds is assessed and reported a total of 36 species belongs to 23 families in the buffer zone of study area. And that of aquatic birds is assessed and reported a total of 25 species belongs to 15 families. Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus) the schedule-I species is identified in the terrestrial bird list. Habitat specific abundance resulted more contribution was from agriculture and habitation areas.
Table 3.20: List of Mammals in the study area S. WPA Scientific Name Family Common Name Food Habit No. Schedule 1 Boselaphus tragocamelus Bovidae Nilgai Herbivore III 2 Canis aureus Canidae Golden Jackal Omnivore II 3 Herpestes edwardsii Herpestidae Grey Mongoose Omnivore II 4 Hyaena hyaena Hyaenidae Striped Hyena Scavenger III 5 Hystrix indica Hystricidae Indian Porcupine Herbivore IV 6 Sus scrofa Suidae Wild Boar Herbivore III
Conclusion: The study area falls under Agro Climatic zone No.-6. Climate condition is dry and semi-humid. This study reported a total of 123 plant species, 7 herpetofauna, 61 birds and 6 species of mammals from the buffer zone of Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. The flora species available within study area are Isarail Bawal, Desi Bawal,Nimbu, Ingorio, Gando Bawal and Piludi. The predominant agricultural crops grown in the study area are Bajri, Bajaro(Pennisetum typhoides A. Rich), Arando, Divel(Ricinus communis L.), Juwar, Jawar (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench.), Wheat- Gahun (Triticum aestivum L.), Kapas, Desi Kapas (Gossypium herbaceum auct. Non L.), Ambo, Keri (Mangifera indica L.) and Kharek, Khajuri (Phoenix sylvestris (L.) Roxb).
3.10. Landuse/ Landcover (LU/LC) The baseline environment studies for the expansion project were carried out within 10 km radius taken from the project site which is considered as the study area for executing the Environmental Impact assessment study as per MoEF& CC guidelines. The landuse aspects were studied with respect to 10 km radius around the site. The study area base map is presented as fig.3-1.
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The baseline environmental studies encompassed the disciplines of land use. The study period was in of winter season from 1stOctober to 31thDecember 2017. The baseline study started with the site visit and reconnaissance survey in the study area and ground truthing were done for verify the satellite image. Remote Sensing Technology has emerged as powerful tool in providing reliable information on various natural resources and in effective mapping of landuse pattern. The term “land use “used in this section includes land use and land cover together. The land use study was undertaken by utilizing three principal resources: namely, Survey of India(SOI) Toposheet No.41J/13 & 14,41N/1&2 , Dehradun Satellite Image (GEO eye image), WMS, Esri and Bhuvan-ISRO (Fig. 3.10) Ground truth validation for the satellite imageries. Land use / Land cover map preparation, Base map creation; Geometric and Radiometric correction of satellite image has been processed using Arc GIS 10.1 Software.
Figure 3.9: The satellite image of the project site
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The outcome of LULC study as LULC map in fig.3.10 & LULC statistics in Table 3.21 are presented below:
Table 3.21: Land use area details for (10 km Radius) By Satellite image By Ground truthing S.No. LULC Class Area (Sq.Km2) % Area (Sq.Km2) % 1 Built up land (Urban/Rural): Settlement 14.11 4.49 14.40 4.58 Industry 6.30 2.00 8.05 2.56 Agriculture Land: 2 Crop land, Plantations / orchards 251.79 80.14 250.52 79.74 3 Water bodies: River 10.39 3.30 10.15 3.23 Water body 0.33 0.10 0.40 0.13 Canal 2.43 0.77 3.05 0.97 4 Scrub Land: Land with scrub 22.20 7.06 22.35 7.11 5 Others Barren land 6.60 2.10 5.23 1.67 TOTAL 314.15 100 314.15 100
Based on the total variation and pattern in image, the land use and land cover map of the area was generated. The eight land use/land cover categories were delineated in this area viz. the Crop land, land with Scrub, barrel land, River, Water body, canal, Industry and Settlement Major portion in the study area is covered by Crop Land. A total of eight land use/land cover classes have been demarcated in the study area following Level III classification (Table 3.21). The area as a whole represents plain area with very gentle sloping to nearly level area Machchhu River is flowing from south to north and debouche into the Rann of kutchchh. Large crop land covered for 79.74% of the total area and water body area 4.33% of the total area and 7.11 % land with scrub has developed mainly in the area adjacent to the study area. The exposed part of side bars and river and dried up river beds constitute this category of land cover. The agricultural land constitutes the dominant category of land use covering as much as 79.74 % of the total area. Active River mouth of the all the canals it covers about 0.97 % of the total study area. Active river canal forming the perennial water body together with the numerous open & wastelands form a major and minor land cover category. Active River and its tributaries flowing into it cover about 13.60 sq km of the total project area. Due to large seasonal variation in discharge of these rivers, the area coverage of this category various in space and time. The consistently shifting nature of the (canal name) and consequent bank migration has resulted in large uncultivated & rural settlement along the active plain area towards the site location. These areas (0.44 sq km) have evenly distribution of water bodies mainly confined in every villages ie. Village ponds. The land use for settlement is mostly confined to the “rural and urban settlement‟ (built up-rural) 14.4 sq km and land without scrub feature 22.35 sq km of the total area. Land with open scrub is observed along the rivers and due to rains erosion can been seen across it along with plantation on the top. The main crop grown in the area are Cotton, Ground nut, sesame, castor, gum guar, which is usually sown during rainy season. Many villages grow horticulture crops (fruits) like Citrus, Mango, papaya, Pomegranate, and Anole. There was also horticulture crops (Vegetables) like Onion. Brinjal, Tomato, Ladyfinger, cluster
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3.11. Socio-Economic Environment 3.11.1 Baseline Data The project site is located at Haripar-Kerala, Dist & Tal-Morbi.The study was conducted within 10 km radius from the project site. The study area consist of 2 Taluka (Morbi & Maliya), 23 villages and 4 medium sized towns. The name of the villages are (Kerala, Haripar, Nava sadulka, Juna sadulka, Rangpar, Pipali, Timbdi, Mahendranagar, Bela rangpar, Sapar, Dharampur, Mansar, Vanaliya, Ravapar Nadi, Juna nagdavas, Nava nagdavas, Jasmatgadh, Gor khijadia, Gala, Gungan, Naranka, vaghpar and Jivapar). The village map of the study area is given below.
Figure 3.11: Village Map
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Socio-economic study has been done as per mentioned in earlier section of methodology. The secondary data collected from the census of India 2011 was statistically analyzed and the collected data were presented in the form of tabular statement or diagrammatic or graphic form. These tabulated data were interpreted and analyzed with the help of multifarious qualitative techniques and ideographic approaches. DEMOGRAPHY: As per census 2011, the study area has total population of around 51197 Persons of in the study area. Which are Schedule Caste Population -4526 and Schedule Tribe Population- 362. And Population (0-6 Years) is Total- 95388, Males- 50024 and Females- 45364, Total Household No.- 10643, Sex ratio within study area is found as 919 females per 1000 males and family size is 4-5 in the region which is a standard size of family in India. The demographic status of the study area is reported in following Tables. Table 3.22: Population Details (census of India- 2011)
Sr Total Particul . Househo Total Population (0-6 Years) ST SC ar of N ld Area o. T M F T M F T M F T M F 1 India 1,200,53 1,210,569 623,121, 587,447, 163,819, 84,999, 78,820, 104,545, 52,547, 51,998, 201,378, 103,535, 97,84 6,286 ,573 843 730 614 203 411 716 215 501 372 314 3,058 2 Gujarat 1,21,81, 60,439,69 31,491,2 28,948,4 7,532,40 400014 353225 8,917,17 4,501,3 4,415,7 4,074,44 2,110,33 1,964 718 2 60 32 4 8 6 4 89 85 7 1 ,116 3 Taluka 45220 209078 108171 100907 59902 31880 28022 932 492 440 13062 6767 6295 of Study Area 4 Study 10643 51197 28072 23125 95388 50024 45364 362 176 186 4526 2356 2170 Area Table 3.23 Occupational Structure: (census - 2011)
Sr. Name of Main WORKER Marginal Worker Non Worker No. Village Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female 1 India 362565571 273209976 89355595 97064448 48589581 48474867 626,375,604 257,142,296 369,233,308 2 Gujarat 2,03,65,374 1,65,67,695 37,97,679 44,02,373 14,33,219 29,69,154 35671945 13490346 22181599 Taluka of 3 482687 250393 232294 17154 8868 8286 152793 51613 101180 Study Area 4 Study Area 306875 299505 7370 6667 4465 2202 171838 57890 113948
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Non Workers are 171838 in which Male 57890 Females 113948. All workers, i.e., those who have been engaged in some economic activity during the last one-year, but are not cultivators or agricultural laborers or in Household Industry, are other workers. The type of workers that come under this category of other workers include all government servants, municipal employees, teachers, factory workers, those engaged in trade, commerce, business, transport banking, mining, construction, political or social work, priests, entertainment artists, etc. In effect, all those workers other than cultivators or agricultural laborers or household industry workers are other workers. LAND, PEOPLE And Culture: The study was conducted within 10 km radius from the project site. As per census of 2001 and 2011 there is growth in the population rate. As growing population growth there is also Increase in urbanization due to migration, as per Information collected from Sarpanch, Gram-sevak, Talati, Doctors, Aanganvadi worker, school teachers and other recognized persons of the area. The main occupation in the study area is agriculture, 85% people depended on agriculture. Sothere is a large majority of farmland. Many people are engaged in the ceramic tiles industry. There is Primary school available in the study area, Secondary and higher secondary schools available in nearby town or Tehsil, collages are available in morbi at Rajkot. (MM Science College, Morbi Gujarat is a recognized College.Morbi offers various graduate courses as well as Post Graduate courses.) In the study area. As per census 2011 According Primary Health sub center, tap drinking water Bus facility, Banks and approach roads available in the study area. Some canals and rivers are flowing though few villages. Agriculture: As per observation mostly areas are involved in agriculture activity and 80% to 85% people are depended on agriculture. The main cultivated crops are cotton, Enrada, cumin, Corn, gram, ground-nut and wheat etc... Here the drip method is also used in the study area. Main Water supply by Machchu dam it is a major river that flows northward through the morbi Taluka in Gujarat. Medical Facility: The Government and private hospitals are available in some villages in the study area. Medical facilities have been provided by Gujarat Government in the study area. There are few health centers, hospital, PHC, PHS (Primary Health sub-center), CHW (Community health worker), MCW (Maternity & Child Welfare), FWC (Family welfare center), Homeopathic Dispensary(As per census 2011 According) Allopathic hospital, Aaganwadi and Asha workers in the study area. The Medical is providing treatment for basic illnesses like cough, cold, fever, infections, malaria, dengue, Typhoid and hepatitis. Complicated case is to be referred to the nearest Krishna multispecialty Hospital (Others Mayur and Usha memorial hospital) taluk Morbi. Education: There is a primary school available in the study area. Secondary and higher secondary school facilities are available in nearest town Haripar, Dharampur, Gungan and jasmatgadh. Collage are available in Morbi city. Two taluka covering in the study area i.e. Maliya and Morbi have various education institution which provides primary, middles, matriculation and senior secondary levels of education. Details are given in following Tables. Table – 3.25: Literacy statuses (As per census – 2011) Name Literates Illiterates No. of Total Male Female Total Male Female Village 1 India 778454120 444203762 334250358 272950015 96568351 176381664 2 Gujarat 41093358 23474873 17618485 11,569,072 3,901,003 7,668,069 Taluka 3 336274 190335 145939 146413 60058 86355 of Study
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There are Total Literacy 78.03%, Male 85.75% & Female 69.68%. And there are Total Illiterates 21.97%, Male 14.25% & Female 30.32%. Table: 3.26 Type of Educational institution: (As per Census-2011) Type of educational institution Sr. Taluk of Secondary / Senior No. Study area Primary Middle matriculation secondary 1 Maliya 09 00 01 00 2 Morvi 05 00 01 01 Total 14 00 02 01
Power Supply: The power distribute sources is by Paschim Gujarat Vij Company Ltd. (district- Tehsil - Morbi) (PGVCL) in the study area. But in few villages do not have street light. 3.11.2 Transportation and Communication: The Morbi railway station belongs to Western Railway of Rajkot Division. (1 h 26 min (61.1 km) via Rajkot - Morbi High way). The road distance between Rajkot to Morbi is 67 km, while the aerial distance from Rajkot to Morbi is 57 kms. There are transportation facilities by government and private bus services. The study area is served by road transport. Most of the villages are connected with main road and approach road service. They have personal Vehicle' in the study area. Government & private Bank and post office are also available in the some villages. As well as Private courier services are also available in study area. Traffic Survey: Traffic survey has been conducted for 24 hours at Kerala-Haripar Road. This approach road connects the plant site to NH27; which is approx. 1.67 Km in West direction and GJ SH 321which is 5.75 km in E direction from the plant site. The traffic survey monitoring was done in November, 2017 to predict the future traffic growth and the load on the plant road and surroundings due to the proposed expansion of the plant capacity. Measurements of Traffic density were made continuously for 24 hours by visual observation and counting of vehicles under four categories, viz., heavy motor vehicles, two / four wheelers and others. The details of the traffic volume count have been provided in table given below. Table 3.27: Total Vehicle count per day Types of vehicle No Vehicles PCU Factor* as per IRC Equivalent PCU Two Wheeler 160 0.5 80 Three Wheeler 80 1.0 80 Four Wheeler 170 1.50 255 Truck/ Container 32 3 96 Tractor 165 4.50 742.5 Public transport (Bus) 65 3 195 Total 672 -- 1448.5
(*Equivalent factor: recommended PCU factors for Various Types of Vehicles on rural roads, page no. 10, Guidelines for capacity of Rural Roads in Plain Areas, The Indian Road Congress,1990.)
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CHAPTER: 04 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS &
MITIGATION MEASURES
4.1 GENERAL
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is an activity or an attempt to identify, predict, evaluate and communicate the likely environmental impacts of the surrounding environment of proposed expansion project. The anticipated environmental impacts of the proposed expansion project would be mainly due to the operational activities. These operations can disturb the environment in various ways, such as change in air, noise level; water and soil quality of that particular area. While for the purpose of development and economic up-liftment of people, there is need for establishment of industries, but these have to be environmental friendly. Therefore, it is essential to assess the impacts of proposed expansion project on different environmental parameters, so that abatement measures could be planned in advance for eco- friendly Project operation in the area. Environmental impact assessment study includes: • Identification of all the probable impacts (be it positive or negative) of the various activities involved in the completion of the project. • Classification of the probable impacts i.e. positive or negative, reversible or irreversible, short term or long term. • Evaluation of the probable impacts i.e. qualitative and quantitative assessment of the likely impacts. This chapter presents the identification, prediction and evaluation of impacts with mitigation measures of the proposed expansion project of M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. effected in the baseline environmental status
4.2 PHASES OF IMPACTS ASSESSMENT STUDY
In the opening phase of impact assessment, the study was conducted for screening & scoping by EIA Team for further scheduling of the EIA Study by study of records, documents & details provided by the proponent M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. At the later stage of the screening & scoping, FORM-I of EIA notification SO 1533 was filed along with the Prefeasibility report & Draft TOR and application to MoEF, New Delhi for approval of the draft TORs. The awarded TOR issued by MoEF, New Delhi has been considered for further actions to start the EIA study. As described in sections of baseline environmental status of area, study for environmental quality of the area was started with reference to the awarded TOR and then all completed & ongoing studies were verified & confirmed with reference to the awarded TOR issued by MoEF, New Delhi to comply with the conditions of the same. Simultaneously, the reporting of the study was also started for extensive study & review of work accomplished time to time. The study was conducted for 10 Km radial area from site during the Winter Season in months of October 2017 to December 2017. Primarily, studies for Identification & prediction of impacts were conducted by following assessment of baseline environmental quality with special reference to the project activities/ components and their potential stress on the environment as well as with reference to the awarded TOR issued by MoEF, New Delhi. Further, ground reality survey by site inspections, meetings with associated technical & administrative persons, technical data /document study as well as cross referencing with various subject references was
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4.3 IDENTIFICATION OF IMPACTS Study for identification of impacts has been carried out in two parts. Firstly the determination of impacting activities of the proposed expansion project, then based on the outcome of the first part, further study for determination of impacts based on types, nature& significance has been carried out to detailing all probable impacts for further study. The details of the impact identification study carried out are presented below in two different sections under respective headings. 4.3.1 PROJECT ACTIVITIES, PROBABLE IMPACTS The proposed product capacity enhancement and addition of new product will be implemented in the existing developed unit with the required minor civil construction& fabrication for installation of required plant and machineries. Basic infrastructure is already developed. Hence project will not have any major construction and so Impact identification & assessment for construction phase is not considered for the proposed project. Further, in the beginning of identification of the probable impacts of the proposed project, isolation of activity phase & groups of the proposed project has been performed for identification of impacting activities as well as impacts of specific activities. With such task, the project activities have been segregated in single phase -Operation Phase only as major construction works is not required for proposed expansion. The activities of commissioning &operation phase have been distributed in main groups to aggregate activities of similar type & nature in single group for easy appraisal of probable impacts. Thereafter, data of the project activities & component as well as study of operation has been done very cautiously & systematically, which has used for impact identification & prioritization using checklist & questionnaire. Further, it is also noticed that the continuous impacts due to emissions, water consumption, Sewage &hazardous waste disposal as well as occupational hazards are of main concern for the EIA study for the proposed expansion project. However, it is marked that the impacts of the emission from the utilities will be
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acceptable & insignificant as agro wastes and Diesel are proposed as fuel for the thermopack and DG Set respectively. Also the impacts of the wastewater generation& disposal will be very minimal as there will be no industrial wastewater generation and Sewage will be disposed of through septic tank & soak pit. Hence, there will be no industrial effluent for discharge and thus the company will be achieving Zero Liquid Discharge goal. Further, hazardous waste generation from proposed expansion project will be Resin Residue, used oil & Discarded Empty Bags, Drums, Carboys& Paper will be managed as per regulatory requirement. The used oil will be sold to registered refiners, empty drums/bags will be sold to authorized scrap vendor and the resin residue will be reused in next batch of production process. Thus any impacts of hazardous waste generation & management are not anticipated from proposed expansion project. In addition to these, it has been noticed that significant impacts are likely to occur due to the hazards associated with the industrial operations and hazardous wastes of the project. It is revealed in risk assessment study that the impacts of hazards associated with proposed expansion project is likely to be major in case of catastrophes only. Minor incidents of spill/leak will not have serious impacts on occupational health & safety but will be controllable with adequate safety practices & preventive measures. However, continuous exposure of employees to some toxic chemicals may lead to some health issues which need to be controlled by efficient occupational health management program & activities. The phase wise identified activities and the probability of impacts of those activities of the proposed are presented below. Table 4.1: Details of Project Activities and Probable Impact
OPERATIONS OF nt
PROPOSED PROJECT
Handling Activities Activities Equipment Installation
Utility Operations Control Equipment Manufacturing Process Management Activities Commissioning of plant Transportation Activities Hazardous & Solid Waste Administrative & Domestic Engineering works for Plant PARAMETERS &ESF Material Transfer, Storage & Breakdown & Maintenance of Greenbelt Development & CSR Operation of Plant Machineries/
Water & wastewater Manageme Meteorology ------Air Quality& Air Pollution A A A A A A - - A A - B Noise Level A A A - A A A - - A - B Change in Ground Water Quality - - A - - - - A A - - - Change in Surface Water Quality - - A ------Load on Ground Water Resources - A - - A - - A - - A - Load on Surface Water Resources ------Change in Hydrological Pattern ------Geology ------Landuse ------Soil Quality - - A - - - - A A A - B Terrestrial Flora & Fauna - A A A - A - - A A - B Aquatic Flora & Fauna - - A ------Ecological Habitat - A A - - A - - - A - B Demography - - - - B - B - - - - - Education ------B Employment & Economy - - B B B - - B - - B - Socioeconomic Activities ------B
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Public Health & Safety - A A - - A - - - A - - Public Amenities & Services - - A ------Occupational Health & safety A A - A A A - - - A - - Work Place Condition A A - A A - - - - A - - The diagrammatic presentation has been prepared to identify the probable impacting activities and aspects of commissioning & operation phase after review of project operation & documents as well as by discussions with the officials & experts of proponent. Based on the considerable potential of impacts, main activities of the commissioning & operation phase of project and associated environmental aspects identified for further study are depicted below as illustration in figure 4.1 whereas the detailed description regarding the anticipated impacts along with necessary details of identification, prediction & significance as well as mitigation measures are presented in subsequent sections under respective headings. Figure 4.1: Probable Impacts & Mitigation (Operation Phase)
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4.3.2 TYPES, NATURE & SIGNIFICANCE OF IMPACTS: The second important step & task of the impact assessment study which determines necessity of further study is classification of nature & types of impacts identified for the proposed project. This task serves as the base platform for further study. Considering this, the impacts identified for the proposed project activities are studied to determine the type & nature of the impacts. The detail of outcome of this study for determination of the types, nature & Significance of the identified impacts are presented below as prepared by the Functional Area Experts in subsequent section of their respective functional areas. “Overall Impact Significance” is estimated to evaluate quantification of probable impacts on environmental attributes using following “Environmental Significance Factors” and impact score. The “Environmental Significance Factors” are determined based on quality of the prevailing environmental conditions, prevailing stress of the study area, sensitivity of receptor and probable project specific influence of the proposed project. Environmental Attribute Environmental Significance Factors (ESF) 1. Ambient Environment 17 Meteorology 2 Air Quality& Air Pollution 10 Ambient Noise 5 2. Water Environment 22 Ground Water Quality 7 Surface Water Quality 4 Groundwater Quantity 8 Surface Water Quantity 2 Hydrological Pattern 1 3. Land Environment 11 Geology 1 Land use 4 Soil Quality 6 4. Ecological Environment 20 Terrestrial Flora & Faun 10 Aquatic Flora & Fauna 3 Ecological Habitat 7 5. Socioeconomic Environment 20 Demography 2 Education 2 Employment& Economy 5 Socioeconomic Activities 3 Public Health & Safety 4 Public Amenities & Services 4 6. Work Environment 10 Occupational Health & Safety 7 Work Place Condition 3 Criteria for Impacts Scoring: (-) = Negative, (+) Positive, (0)=Negligible/No Impact,(1)= Minor, (2)= Moderate/Considerably Significant, (3) = Major/Highly Significant, OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE= (Environmental Score/10) x Environmental Significance Factor Criteria for interpretation of Overall Impact Significance: If OIS indicates negative impacts & absolute value of OIS >ESF than Serious impacts Required more attention and acceptable only if it can be reduced by mitigation measures If OIS indicates negative impacts & absolute value of OIS = 50% -100% of ESF than Considerable
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impacts requires systematic action plan & mitigation measures If OIS indicates negative impacts & absolute value of OIS <50% ESF than minor impacts requires generic action plan & mitigation measures If OIS indicates positive impacts than impact is unconditionally accepted with mitigation 4.4 DESCRIPTION OF ANTICIPATED IMPACTS & MITIGATIONS The proposed particle board and synthetic organic resins manufacturing project being an expansion project located in a non-agricultural land, does not require additional land but requires considerable quantity of water, power, fuel, human resources, machineries & utilities etc. The details of all major resources required for proposed project are described in earlier sections under respective headings. Considering the above mentioned details of resource requirements and potentials of pollution as well as above tabulated identified impacts on environment; impact statements have been prepared after necessary detailed study. The impacts statements for the proposed project as predicted & assessed are described in subsequent section under respective headings. 4.4.1 IMPACTON AMBIENT ENVIRONMENT All probable impacts on ambient environment are considered for determination of probable impacts of the proposed project. Under the ambient environment, meteorology, air quality and noise level are considered as environmental parameters for ambient environment. All operations of the proposed project are considered for the assessment of the impacts from the proposed project. Initially the impact significance has been estimated to determine the need of further study as well as to determine the necessary mitigation for proposed project. Finally the impact significance for residual impacts after mitigation has also been assessed to determine need of detailed EMP. The details of impact assessment study and necessary mitigation has been presented below in subsequent tables and paragraphs under the current section of Impacts on Ambient Environment. DESCRIPTION FOR IDENTIFIED IMPACTS IMPACT ON AIR QUALITY/AIR POLLUTION LEVEL Engineering works for Plant Installation: The proposed project is an expansion project; hence there will not be any major construction works, only plant installation will be done. Therefore will not be any other source of impacts on air during the installation. Further it is to be noted that the impacts would be limited to very shorter time and would be restricted to the very close area of operation of the mechanical works. Commissioning of plant: Commissioning of plant need for internal arrangements of various facilities/area, the impacts would not have any considerable harm on environmental quality; hence it would be a negligible minor impact on air quality. Transportation: During the transportation activities, contaminations of air are likely to occur if vehicle transporting hazardous waste meets any major accident. Minor increase in noise level due to transportation is also anticipated. Materials Storage & Handling: In case of spillage and leakage, negative impacts may occur on ambient air. Utilities Operation: As the effects on increased level of PM, SOx, CO, NOx and unburned fuel due to utilities are serious on human health and other environmental aspects, it is necessary to ascertain the level of change of these pollutants by studying detailed modelling for air quality change. The increase in pollutants’ level due to utility may result in different health effects like respiratory problem, asthma, bronchitis, allergic condition, effects on vision etc. Severity of these effects varies according to the level of increase of the pollutant in the ambient air.
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Breakdown &Maintenance of control equipment: if there is any failure of control equipment it will be a major negative impact on air environment quality. Greenbelt development &CSR: Greenbelt will have positive impact on the ambient environment as it will act as pollution sink and noise barrier Considering the necessity of the further study to determine the quantitative impacts of the stationary emission from the stacks of proposed project, modelling study has been carried out using the Aermod View software of Lake’s Environmental Inc., Canada. The details of the modelling study have been elaborated with necessary information of input parameters as well as outcome in form of Incremental GLCs and Predicted Ambient Air Quality in the subsequent description & illustrations. o Source &Emission Input: Table 4.2: Details of Source & Emission Input:
UTM Emission Details Stack Coordinates Exit gas Emission Rate (gm/sec), Stack Details (mt) & Details Paramete Information Ht.(mt) with Norms Elevation r W/O APCD Dia(mt) APCD (mt) Existing PM2.5 0.00* - PM:150 X=688849.00 PM10 0.14868* - mg/Nm3 Y=2536855.0 Temp: Stack 1: Ht: 9 SO2 0.13854* - SOx:100pp 0 249.85C DG Set Dia: 0.2 m Ele: 36 Velo: 8 NOx 1.04757* - - NOx: CO 0.45146* 50ppm X=688866.69 PM2.5 1.3 0.013* Stack 2: Y=2536842.8 Temp: Ht: 15 Sanding 1 80°C Dia: 0.2 PM10 3.9 0.039* Machine Ele: 36 Velo: 6 PM10:100 µg/m3 X=688860.79 PM2.5 1.3 0.013* PM2.5: Stack 3: Y=2536878.0 Temp: 60µg/m3 Ht: 15 Trimming 9 80°C Dia: 0.2 PM10 3.9 0.039* Machine Ele: 36 Velo: 7
PM2.5 0.09172* - PM:150 X=688911.68 Temp: PM10 0.10442* - mg/Nm3 Stack 4: Y=2536661.3 Ht:30 140°C SO2 0.03528* - SOx:100pp TFH 7 Dia: 0.4 Velo: 7 NOx 0.31046* - m Ele: 36 - NOx: CO 0.84672* 50ppm Length of 0.0000016 PM2.5 0.00019 X Orientatio * X=688870.43 PM10:100 Area Source: side:140 n Angle Y=2536819.8 µg/m3 Manufacturi m from 3 PM2.5: 60 ng Area Length of North: PM10 0.00048 0.000008* Ele: 36 µg/m3 Y side: 30 2500 Dia: 0.2m Proposed Stack 5: X=688849.00 Ht: 9 Temp: PM2.5 0.00* - PM:150 DG Set Y=2536855.0 Dia: 0.2 249.85C PM10 0.0371* - mg/Nm3
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UTM Emission Details Stack Coordinates Exit gas Emission Rate (gm/sec), Stack Details (mt) & Details Paramete Information Ht.(mt) with Norms Elevation r W/O APCD Dia(mt) APCD (mt) 0 Velo: 8 SO2 0.0346* - SOx:100pp Ele: 36 NOx 0.2618* - m CO 0.1128* - NOx: X= PM2.5 0.8 0.008* 50ppm 688877.04 Temp: Stack 6: Ht: 15 Y=2536806.3 80°C Foaming Dia: 0.2 PM10 2.4 0.024* 2 Velo:6 Ele: 36 Length of 0.0000019 Orientatio PM2.5 - X=688870.43 X side:4ft * Area Source: n Angle Y=2536819.8 Length of Manufacturi from 3 Y side: 0.0000038 ng Area North: PM10 - Ele: 36 6ft * 2500 Dia: 0.2m NOTE: * Values are used for the air quality modeling.
o Receptors Input: Table 4.3: Details of Receptors Input:
Village/Receptor Grid Coordinate Remarks (UTM Zone 43N) X, mt Y, mt Discrete Cartesian Receptors AQ1(Project Site) 688830.55 2536922.41 AQ2(Nava Sadulka) 686603.43 2537432.61 The Discrete Cartesian Receptors selected AQ3(Haripar) 690474.17 2538622.28 are the location selected for the ambient AQ4(Kerala) 690328.74 2536330.09 air quality monitoring for baseline AQ5(Bela) 693582.53 2533400.52 environmental study. AQ6(JunaSadulka) 687330.98 2534341.16 AQ7(Nava Nagdavs) 684836.44 2544839.47 AQ8(Pipali) 691679.52 2529729.89 Uniform Cartesian Grid Grid Size: 20,000mt X 20,000mt, Origin 688868.89 2536806.30 No. of X & Y receptors: 21 Nos. each Grid Spacing: X=1000 Mt, Y=1000 Mt. Origin for Discrete Polar 688807.83 2536954.35 20 Discrete Cartesian Receptor are selected Receptors @ 500 Mt distance in downwind direction (207Degree Clock wise from N) from representative source stack.
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o Meteorological Input: Table 4.4: Summarized Details of Meteorological Input:
Sr. Directions / Wind 0.50 - 2.10 - 3.60 - 5.70 - 8.80 - >= No Classes (m/s) 2.10 3.60 5.70 8.80 11.10 11.10 Total (%) 1 342 - 18 3.17029 6.15942 4.07609 0.40761 0 0 13.8134 2 18 - 54 6.56703 10.9601 5.3442 0.31703 0 0 23.1884 3 54 - 90 5.38949 9.28442 1.94746 0.04529 0 0 16.6667 4 90 - 126 4.57428 5.97826 1.04167 0 0 0 11.5942 5 126 - 162 1.90217 1.3587 0.04529 0 0 0 3.30616 6 162 - 198 0.58877 1.13225 0.04529 0 0 0 1.7663 7 198 - 234 0.4529 1.13225 0 0 0 0 1.58514 8 234 - 270 1.94746 3.07971 0.95109 0.04529 0 0 6.02355 9 270 - 306 1.94746 5.02717 2.35507 0.27174 0 0 9.60145 10 306 - 342 2.08333 4.80072 3.66848 0.18116 0 0 10.7337 Sub-Total 28.6232 48.913 19.4746 1.26812 0 0 98.279 Calms 1.72101 Missing/Incomplete 0 Total 100
o Mixing Height: The mixing height data were also estimated using RAMMET VIEW developed by Lakes Environmental Software. The details of estimated mixing height are presented below as graphical illustration along with average value of particular hours of the days. The estimated maximum mixing height is found to be 500m. Minimum mixing height is found to be 258m. The average mixing height for study period is found to be 586.83m. Figure 4.2: Estimated Mixing Height Profile of Study Area
Mixing Height m 1000 800 600 400 Mixing Height m 200 0 Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov o Additional Inputs& Details: In addition to the above input details, terrain was also considered as input data for the modelling. The input terrain details for the modelling have been presented in earlier chapter 3 o Output Selections: . 1st highest 24 Hourly Average Incremental GLC
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. Contour Indicating 1st 24 Hourly highest Incremental GLC for Cartesian grid area showing Discrete Cartesian receptor. . 1st highest 1 Hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction (Graph) . 1st highest 24 Hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction (Graph) o Predicted Incremental GLC: . 1st highest 24 Hourly Average Incremental GLC along with GLC at Discrete Cartesian receptor is presented in Table 4.5. . Contour Indicating 1st 24 Hourly highest Incremental GLC are presented in Figure 4.3 to figure 4.7. . The graphs of 1st highest 1 Hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction (Graphs) are presented in Figure- 4.8. . The graphs of 1st highest 24 Hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction (Graphs) are presented in Figure- 4.9. o Predicted Ambient Air Quality: . The predicted ambient air quality at locations selected for baseline study is presented in Table 4.5.
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Table 4.5: Outcome of Model: Predicted Incremental GLC and Ambient Air Quality: AQ 1 AQ 2 (Nava AQ 3 AQ 4 AQ 5 AQ 6 AQ 7 (Nava AQ 8 Parameter Particular 1st Highest (Project) Sadulka) (Haripar) (Kerala) (Bela) (JunaSadulka) Nagadavs) (Pipali)
Predicted Existing 1.15* - 1.06 0.11 0.04 0.14 0.05 0.15 0.02 0.05 Incr. GLC Proposed 0.42# 0.42 0.05 0.03 0.09 0.07 0.05 0.02 0.03
PM2.5 Baseline - - 39.33 39.33 31.08 24.96 22.46 26.63 26.91 25.46 Predicted Ambient - - 39.75 39.38 31.11 25.05 22.53 26.68 26.93 25.49 Air Quality Predicted Existing 5.48* - 4.99 0.63 0.23 0.84 0.29 0.69 0.16 0.30 Incr. GLC Proposed - 1.68# 1.68 0.21 0.12 0.30 0.28 0.21 0.06 0.11 PM10 Baseline - - 88.38 66.79 74.58 74.88 69.63 74.83 74.74 75.67 Predicted Ambient - - 90.06 67.00 74.70 75.18 69.91 75.04 74.80 75.78 Air Quality Predicted Existing 4.36* - 3.37 0.39 0.17 0.63 0.41 0.45 0.10 0.16 Incr. GLC Proposed 0.99* - 0.76 0.09 0.04 0.15 0.10 0.11 0.02 0.04 SO2 Baseline - - 20.04 20.04 15.75 16.46 15.67 18.29 17.74 15.92 Predicted Ambient - - 20.08 20.13 15.79 16.61 15.77 18.40 17.76 15.96 Air Quality Predicted Existing 33.00* - 25.75 2.96 1.29 4.77 3.08 3.40 0.72 1.24 Incr. GLC Proposed 7.51* - 5.72 0.71 0.31 1.16 0.77 0.84 0.18 0.31 NOx Baseline - - 27.25 23.63 23.13 23.54 23.42 24.88 25.30 27.25 Predicted Ambient - - 32.97 24.34 23.44 24.7 24.19 25.72 25.48 27.56 Air Quality Predicted Existing - 0.07# 0.08 0.02 0.01 0.03 0.02 0.02 0.01 0.01 Incr. GLC Proposed - 0.01# 0.01 0.01 0 0.01 0 0 0 0 CO Baseline - - BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL Predicted Ambient 0 0 0 - - 0.01 0.01 0 0.01 0 Air Quality Notes: *- PM2.5:X-688868.89, Y-2536806.3, #: X- 688830.55, Y-2536922.41
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Figure 4.3: Contour of Predicted 24 Hourly Incremental GLC of PM2.5:
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Figure 4.4: Contour of Predicted 24 Hourly Incremental GLC of PM10:
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Figure 4.5: Contour of Predicted 24 Hourly Incremental GLC of SOX:
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Figure 4.6: Contour of Predicted 24 Hourly Incremental GLC of NOX:
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Figure 4.7: Contour of Predicted 1Hourly Incremental GLC of CO:
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Figure 4.8: Graph of1st highest 1 hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction
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Figure 4.9: Graph of 1st highest 24 hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction
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As it is observed from the above details of outcome of model and predicted ambient air quality, there will be no considerable change in ambient air quality parameters of the project area due to the emission of proposed project. At all studied location ambient air quality will remain well below the NAAQS issued by CPCB. The predicted incremental GLC indicates non-measurable increase in all studied parameters. Hence, there will not be any indication of critical air pollution and therefore issue of health effects on people and animals as well as flora of the area is not envisaged. IMPACTS ON NOISE LEVEL Engineering works for Plant Installation: There would not be any major construction works as the proposed project is an expansion project within the existing unit, only some installation works for proposed plant. Some modification will be required, during this phase the noise level may increase slightly. Commissioning of plant: There would be some noise generation during thecommissioning of plant, will result in considerable increase in noise level around the site of proposed project. Transportation: Transportation of raw material and products will increase the movements of truck which in turn will increase the noise level. The increased noise level in such way will have effects on sleeping of people as well as fauna of the transport route. Utilities Operation: The two numbers of DG Set (1 existing &1 Proposed), will be the sources of high noise. The noise generated by DG set will be confined within the DG Set area. The noise level outside the DG Set area will be slightly higher which will have effects on normal hearing of the person engaged in the nearby area. Continuous exposure to the increased noise level in the vicinity of DG set area may result in head ache in the person exposed to the noise depending on the tenure of exposure. Operation of Machineries: Some equipment &machineries e.g. dryer, crusher will have high noise which can increase the noise level of process area. Such increase in noise level will have considerable impacts on employee engaged in process area. As the tenure of exposure to this high noise will be high due to continuous operation of manufacturing process, head ache is most likely to occur in employee engaged in this area. Also up on long time, such regular exposure to high noise may result in hearing impairment of the employee engaged in this area. Greenbelt development & CSR: Greenbelt will have positive impact on the ambient environment as it will act as pollution sink and noise barrier The maximum noise level outside the premises due to all activities will remain below 75 dB (A) at any time and the site is situated within the industrial Area. Hence no major issue related with adverse effects on noise of human and other fauna of the area is anticipated. C. Mitigation Measures: AIR POLLUTION CONTROL Safety mask and other safety equipment necessary for fabrication work shall be provided. Fabrication work shall be done in properly ventilated area in the shed whenever possible. Safe work procedure shall be followed by the workers which will help in minimisation of the identified minor impact. Except the safe work procedures & designated area for specific works, there would not be any requirement for mitigation measures. Proper ventilation shall be ensured in the shed throughout the construction phase (modification of current infrastructure). CPCB approved DG Sets, only to be used during power failure. Adequate height of the stacks shall be attached to DG Sets, thermic pack Cyclone separator and bag filter for process emission. Provision of all necessary PPEs to employee & regular workplace monitoring programs. Adequate handling & transfer system preferably closed system operated through the automation like PLC. All mitigation, control & prevention measures as suggested in RA report and disaster management plan shall be provided. Transportation must be done in closed approved vehicles only. All safety & control measures shall be provided to prevent spill, leak and accident during transportation.
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All transport vehicles must comply with HAZMAT guidelines & statutory requirements NOISE CONTROL Turning off equipment/machinery when not in use. Provision of proper PPE (hearing protection aids) like ear muff and plug to all employee During night time, prefer to avoid high noise generating activities Proper non-vibrating foundation for rotating/vibrating equipment/machinery Housing of high noise generating equipment/machinery in closed area Provision of acoustic enclosure & silencer for all DG set and thermic pack Regular maintenance of the equipment & machineries including static /dynamic balancing & lubrication A greenbelt in and around the premises to create barrier for noise propagation Minimum transportation in night time on route passing from residential area Restriction on Loud Horns Significance of Residual Impacts
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PARAMETERS &ESF Engineering works for Plant Installation Plant for works Engineering plant of Commissioning PHASE CONSTRUCTION OF TOTAL (OIS) SIGNIFICANCE IMPACT OVERALL Activities Transportation & Handling Storage Material Process Manufacturing Operations Utility Equipment Machineries/ Plant of Operation Activities Management wastewater & Water Management Waste & Solid Hazardous of Control & Maintenance Breakdown Activities Activities Domestic & Administrative Equipment CSR & Development Greenbelt OF TOTAL (OIS) SIGNIFICANCE IMPACT OVERALL WITHOUT MITIGATION 1. Meteorology (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2. Air Quality & Air Pollution (10) -1 -1 -2 -2.0 -1 -2 -1 -1 0 0 -1 -2 0 +1 -7 -7.0 3. Noise Level(5) -1 -1 -2 -0.6 -1 0 -1 -1 -1 0 0 -2 0 +1 -5 -1.5 TOTAL -2 -2 -4 -2.6 -2 -2 -1 -2 -1 0 -1 -4 0 +2 -12 -8.5 WITH MITIGATION 1. Meteorology (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 -0.5 2. Air Quality & Air Pollution (10) 0 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 0 -1 0 0 0 -1 0 +1 -3 -3.0 3. Noise Level (5) 0 -1 -1 -0.3 0 0 0 -1 -1 0 0 0 0 0 -2 -0.6 TOTAL 0 -2 -2 -1.3 -1 -1 0 -3 -1 0 0 -1 0 +1 -6 -4.1
4.4.2 IMPACTS ON WATER ENVIRONMENT A. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS: The impact assessment for water environment has been carried out for each operation of proposed project. For effective identification of impacts of the proposed project significance of probable impacts has been assessed in very beginning of the task of impact assessment. The details are presented in subsequent table & paragraphs under the current section.
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DESCRIPTION FOR IDENTIFIED IMPACTS Transportation: During the transportation activities, contaminations of water are likely to occur if vehicle transporting hazardous waste meets any major accident. Water & Wastewater Management: As there will not be any industrial effluent generation the only wastewater will be from domestic activities and it will impact the ground water quality if it not properly treated before disposal. However, it has been noticed that proponent will implement 100% recycling/reuse scheme for wastewater management hence such impacts will not occur in normal course of operation of the unit. Manufacturing process: Impact of manufacturing process on ground water environment is due to Faulty operations or catastrophic incident occur in process area. Hazardous & solid waste management activities: Due to Hazardous & solid waste management activities, impacts are likely to arise. As the water environment is likely to occur due to seepage of leachate from hazardous waste (Resin Residue &Used Oil) in soil. As a result of such incident, increased toxicity of affected groundwater will result in toxic effects on human and other animals consuming this groundwater as well as flora irrigated with the contaminated groundwater, which can be very serious for health and even can result in fatality depending up on the toxicity level & type of toxicant present in leachate. Impacts on Hydrology: Beside above said impacts due to contamination of water, negative reversible & controllable impact ay occur on geohydrological features in form of depletion of groundwater resource as groundwater will be used to meet water demand for process, utility, washing and domestic activities. This impact can occur as primary impacts on groundwater resources of the project area. The impact will be continuous as it will occur due to withdrawal of groundwater on daily routine basis for continuous operation of plant. This impact is identified moderate impact as the groundwater resources of the area is adequate and having good recharge potential during monsoon. There will be no impact on surface water hydrology as surface water will not be used in any case.
B. Mitigation Measures: FOR WATER POLLUTION PREVETNION & CONTROL: Impervious lining of floor of storage and production area with all necessary arrangement of prevention of spread up and collection of spilled/leaked materials Water requirement shall be met only from existing bore wells. Roof top Rainwater harvesting program and use of harvested rainwater to meet water requirement of unit or groundwater recharging if permitted by concern authority. Septic tank/ Soak pit for domestic wastewater
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PARAMETERS enbelt Development & CSR Engineering works for Plant Installation Commissioning of plant TOTAL OF CONSTRUCTION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (IOS) Transportation Activities Material Storage & Handling Manufacturing Process Utility Operations Operation of Plant Machineries/ Equipment Water & wastewater Management Activities Hazardous & Solid ManagementWaste Activities Breakdown & Maintenance of Control Equipment Administrative & Domestic Activities Gre TOTAL OF OPERATION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (OIS) 1. Change in Ground Water Quality (7) 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 -1 0 -1 -1 0 0 0 -4 -2.8 2. Change in Surface Water Quality (4) 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 -0.4 3. Load on Ground Water Resources (8) 0 -1 -1 -0.8 0 0 -1 0 0 -1 0 -1 -1 0 -4 -3.2 4. Load on Surface Water Resources (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5. Change in Hydrological Patter (1) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 0 -1 -1 -0.8 -2 0 -1 -1 0 -2 -1 -1 -1 0 -9 -6.4 1. Change in Ground Water Quality (7) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 -1 -0.7 2. Change in Surface Water Quality (4) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3. Load on Ground Water Resources (8) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 -1 0.8 4. Load on Surface Water Resources (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5. Change in Hydrological Patter (1) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -2 0 0 0 0 -2 -1.5
As seen in above table, the residual impacts of the project on water environment will be considerable impacts and requires systematic action plan & mitigation for prevention &/or control. It has also noticed that major serious impacts are likely to occur even after mitigation during Breakdown & Maintenance of Control, transfer system & pipeline, process safety equipment. Detailed action plan in terms of EMP requires mainly for pollution control due to manufacturing process, material storage, utility operation& handling and wastewater management as well as for Breakdown & Maintenance of Control Equipment.
4.4.3 IMPACTS ON LAND ENVIRONMENT a. Anticipated Impacts: The impact assessment for Land environment has been carried out for each operation of proposed project. For effective identification of impacts of the proposed project significance of probable impacts has been assessed in very beginning of the task of impact assessment. The details are presented in subsequent table & paragraphs under the current section. DESCRIPTION FOR IDENTIFIED IMPACTS During operation & commissioning phase, major impacts are noticed in case of transportation activities, wastewater &Hazardous/ Solid waste management activities and Breakdown & maintenance of control equipment. The major impacts of these activities will occur only due to contamination of soil. No impact will
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occur on geology and minor beneficial impacts are likely to occur on landuse status of the project. Those identified impacts are described in details as below: Transportation: The impact will occur as Minor impact in case of properly managed routine operations but can be major in case of Road accident of loaded vehicle. Wastewater management activities and Hazardous & solid waste management activities: It also likely to cause such negative impacts in term of contamination of soil due to mixing of heavy load of pollutants, which may alter many soil quality parameters. The intensity and quantum of such impact may vary depending on the contents of wastewater & solid/hazardous waste causing the impacts. The impacts due to wastewater management will occur as minor as no industrial wastewater from the process and the domestic wastewater will be disposed through soak pit/ Septic tank. Due to such impacts, increase in pollutant levels & toxicity of soil are most likely to occur which in turn will affect the soil quality, soil fertility and depletion/reduction of soil organisms (biotic factor of soil). As a result of such impacts, soil quality parameters like the pH, soluble salt, inorganic elements, SAR, Nutrient level, Total Carbon, Carbon to Nitrogen Ratio and Biological organisms are likely to be affected to a greater extent depending up on the quantity & nature of chemicals spilled/leak causing the impact. Breakdown & Maintenance of Control Equipment: It is obvious that many materials/pollutants of the project can be airborne or emitted in environment during breakdown & maintenance of control equipment. Such material may get settled on soil which may in turn cause negative impacts similar to the above mentioned impacts in terms of soil contamination. Impacts on Geology: No impact on Geology has been identified for proposed project. b. Mitigation Measures: FOR LANDUSE Greenbelt development activity shall be done to develop dense vegetation area in and around premises. Healthy & dense vegetation shall be ensured all time of operation phase. Measures for protection of vegetation area from fire hazards shall be provided. FOR SOIL QUALITY PROTECTION & CONSERVATION: Domestic waste water should be disposed off only through adequate septic tank and then soaks pit. Proper air pollution control system should be installed to control the gaseous pollutant &dust emission of the project. Proper impervious lining in material storage area as well as production area for prevention of fire hazard causing the contamination of soil. Hazardous waste disposal shall never be done on bare land but shall be done as per regulatory provision All mitigation measures as suggested by respective FAEs (of AP, AQ, WP, RH) should be implementation to eliminate the possibilities of soil contamination. Transportation activities shall be done with provision of all necessary safety measures to prevent hazards as well as to ensure containment of material close to the transportation vehicle.
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PARAMETERS& ESF Engineering works for Plant Installation Commissioning of plant TOTAL OF CONSTRUCTION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (IOS) Transportation Activities Material Storage & Handling Manufacturing Utility Operations Operation of Plant Machineries/ Equipment Water & wastewater Management Activities Hazardous & Solid ManagementWaste Activities Breakdown & Maintenance of Control Equipment Administrative & Domestic Activities Greenbelt Develop TOTAL OF OPERATION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (OIS) WITHOUT MITIGATION 1. Geology(1) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2. Landuse(4) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3. Soil Quality(6) 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 -1 -1 -1 0 0 -4 -2.4 TOTAL 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 -1 -1 -1 0 0 -4 -2.4 WITH MITIGATION 1. Geology (1) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2. Landuse(4) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3. Soil Quality(6) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 -1 0 +1 -1 -0.6 TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 -1 0 +1 -1 -0.6
As seen in above table, the residual impacts of the project on Land environment will be minor impacts and generic action plan & mitigation for prevention &/or control of the probable impacts. It has also noticed that major serious impacts are likely to occur due to the catastrophic disaster occur in Breakdown & Maintenance of Control Equipment like effluent collection & transfer system & pipeline and process safety equipment. Thus, detailed action plan in terms of EMP requires mainly for these activities to prevent hazards for prevention of pollutant load being emitted/discharged during Breakdown & Maintenance of Control Equipment.
4.4.4 IMPACTS ON ECOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY a. Anticipated Impacts: The impact assessment for Ecological environment has been carried out for each operation of proposed project. For effective identification of impacts of the proposed project significance of probable impacts has been assessed in very beginning of the task of impact assessment. The details are presented in subsequent table & paragraphs under the current section. DESCRIPTION FOR IDENTIFIED IMPACTS Major impacts on ecology due to the operation of proposed project are likely to occur because of transportation, utility emission, and Hazardous & Solid Waste Management Activities and Breakdown & maintenance of control equipment as the project site is in close vicinity forest land. The major impacts of these activities will occur only due to contamination of other environmental attributes mainly air, water &
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Significance of Residual Impacts
OPERATIONS OF
PROPOSED PROJECT
ment & CSR
Process
PARAMETERS & ESF Engineering works for Plant Installation Commissioning of plant TOTAL OF CONSTRUCTION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (IOS) Transportation Activities Material Storage & Handling Manufacturing Utility Operations Operation of Plant Machineries/ Equipment Water & wastewater Management Activities Hazardous & Solid ManagementWaste Activities Breakdown & Maintenance of Control Equipment Administrative & Domestic Activities Greenbelt Develop TOTAL OF OPERATION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (OIS) WITHOUT MITIGATION 1. Terrestrial Flora & Fauna (10) 0 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 0 -1 -1 0 -1 -1 0 +1 -5 -5.0 2. Aquatic Flora & Fauna (3) 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 -0.3 3. Ecological Habitat (7) 0 -1 -1 -0.7 -1 0 0 -1 0 0 0 -1 0 +1 -2 -1.4 TOTAL 0 -2 -1 -1.7 -3 -1 0 -2 -1 0 -1 -2 0 +2 -8 -6.7 WITH MITIGATION 1. Terrestrial Flora & Fauna (10) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 -1 0 +1 -1 -1 2. Aquatic Flora & Fauna (3) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3. Ecological Habitat (7) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 +1 0 0 TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 -2 0 +2 -1 -1
4.4.5 SOCIO-ECONOMICS a. Anticipated Impacts: The impact assessment for socioeconomic environment has been carried out for each operation of proposed project. For effective identification of impacts of the proposed project significance of probable impacts has been assessed in very beginning of the task of impact assessment. The details are presented in subsequent table & paragraphs under the current section. DESCRIPTION FOR IDENTIFIED IMPACTS As evaluated in above table, major positive impacts in terms of employment & economy are anticipated due to the employment potential of the project. About 96 people will be directly employed and many other will be indirectly employed due to the project, which will result in economic improvement of more than 96 families. Such improvement will also lead to the improvement in other social indicators like lifestyle, education & health etc. These impacts will be long term beneficial impacts. Transportation: Positive impact on employment and economy due to transportation, major negative impact on health and safety as the chances of accident and explosion while transportation of hazardous waste. Increase noise level & traffic on local road passing through the residential areas will have impacts on local people in terms of annoyance due to noise, disturbed sleep, increased travelling time and annoyance due to heavy traffic. Material storage and Manufacturing: positive impact on employment. As more human resources is required for expansion project Utility and plant machineries Operation: Increase noise level due to the utilities and machineries operation may have impacts in terms of annoyance in sleep as well as other noise related health
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problem like head ache. However such probability will be less as the noise from the proposed project will have impacts in close vicinity of the site and there is no residential area in the areas likely to be affected by high noise. Breakdown of Control Equipment: During breakdown of control equipment pollutant can enter to the environment and it may cause major impact on workers and people in the surrounding area. Greenbelt Development: it can be act as a pollution sink as the load of pollutant on human being get reduced due to it. b. Mitigation Measures Suggested During Operation Phase: Pollution prevention measures for prevention & control of environmental pollution Implementation of all hazards and risk prevention & control measures as suggested in Risk Assessment report Prevention of contaminated runoff from proposed project Safe & well planned raw materials / chemical transportation Adequate management of transportation& traffic and maximum transportation through Highways. Proper public relation to prevent conflicts with local people Regular CSR activity for Social welfare &upliftment of local people Significance of Residual Impacts
OPERATIONS OF (IOS)
PROPOSED PROJECT
of Control Equipment
PARAMETERS &ESF Engineering works for Plant Installation Commissioning of plant TOTAL OF IMPACT SCORE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE Transportation Activities Material Storage & Handling Manufacturing Process Utility Operations Operation of Plant Machineries/ Equipment Water & wastewater Management Activities Hazardous & Solid ManagementWaste Activities Breakdown & Maintenance Administrative & Domestic Activities Greenbelt Development & CSR TOTAL OF OPERATION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (OIS) WITHOUT MITIGATION 1. Demography (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 +1 0 +1 0 0 0 0 0 +2 +0.4 2. Education (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 +1 +1 +0.2 3. Employment & Economy (5) 0 0 0 0 +1 +1 +2 0 0 +1 0 0 +1 0 +6 +3.0 4. Socioeconomic Activities(3) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 +1 +1 +0.3 5. Health & Safety(4) 0 -1 -1 -0.4 -1 0 0 -1 0 0 0 -1 0 0 -3 -1.2 6. Public Amenities & Services(4) 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 -0.4 TOTAL -1 -1 -1 -0.4 0 +1 +3 -1 +1 +1 0 -1 +1 +2 +6 +2.3 WITH MITIGATION 1. Demography (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 +1 0 +1 0 0 0 0 0 +2 +0.4 2. Education (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 +1 +1 +0.2 3. Employment & Economy (5) 0 0 0 0 +1 +1 +2 0 0 +1 0 0 +1 0 +6 +3.0 4. Socioeconomic Activities (3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 +1 +1 +0.3 5. Health & Safety (4) 0 0 0 0 -1 -1 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 -3 -1.2 6. Public Amenities & Services (4) 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 -0.4 TOTAL 0 0 0 0 -1 0 +3 0 +1 +1 0 -1 +1 +2 +6 +2.3
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4.4.6 IMPACTS ON WORK ENVIRONMENT The impact assessment for Work environment has been carried out for each operation of proposed project. For effective identification of impacts of the proposed project significance of probable impacts has been assessed in very beginning of the task of impact assessment. The details are presented in subsequent table & paragraphs under the current section. DESCRIPTION FOR IDENTIFIED IMPACTS Engineering works for Plant Installation & Commissioning of plant: Negative impact on health & safety and work place condition in case of accident. Transportation: transportation of hazardous waste may cause negative impact in case of leakage and accident. Material Storage &Handling and Manufacturing: negative short term impacts on health & safety are anticipated due to the injury, health effects due to unfavorable work place conditions and ergonomic issues related with material handling & transportation, manufacturing process, maintenance works. Such impacts will occur mainly in terms of MSD and other injury (cut, burn, irritation eye & respiratory tract etc.) are likely to occur due to lifting or shifting of heavy goods and equipment. Rotating machineries & sharp edged tools/machinery can cause serious injury (like cut, fracture of bone, crushing of hand etc.) to the employee engaged in operation of the machinery. Hazardous waste management: Major negative short term impacts on health & safety are anticipated due to wastewater and hazardous waste resulted from released or spill or leakage. Utility and machineries Operation and breakdown of equipment: Due to release of pollutant in air of work place during utility and machineries operation as well breakdown of equipment cause negative impacts on health& safety may occur in terms of major health effects like saponification fat of cell, necrosis, lung injury & burns of the upper airway, burn of oropharynx/oesophagus/stomach, development of blisters, ulcerations, dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, cough and bronchospasm, conjunctival irritation and chemosis, corneal epithelial defects, limbal ischemia, permanent vision loss etc. The probable health hazards are described in EIA report chapter- 7, Section: 7.3 Minor negative impacts may also occur due to the heavy works and minor toxic effects caused by the pollutants of the hazardous/solid waste of the project. Such impacts will be controllable. b. Mitigation Measures: During Operation Phase Non-slippery Floor of plant & storage and be ensured that there is no liquid spilled on floor. Safety measures like safety guard around rotating part for all rotating equipment/machineries Proper ergonomic condition to ensure safe & non-tiring work place conditions Lifting & shifting of all heavy materials shall be done using trolley or fork lift. Chemical safety plan shall be prepared & implemented before commissioning & routine operation of the plant. RA study for the proposed project shall be conducted & all necessary hazard/risk control/prevention measures shall be implemented before erection & commissioning of plant. (RA Study is conducted for proposed project, Refer Chapter 7, Section 7.3) All fittings in area having flammable materials shall be flameproof and all necessary fire-fighting facilities shall be ensured in this area. In all area first aid kit shall be available. All necessary PPEs, Safety & emergency equipment shall be provided for all concern employee in all areas
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Disaster management plan shall be prepared & all necessary arrangement for emergency action plan shall be provided well before commissioning of plant. Regular occupational health check program shall be conducted. Pre-employment & Annual post- employment health check-up of all employee shall be done. Health check of affected employee shall be done when any employee is significantly exposed to hazardous material. Significance of Residual Impacts
OPERATIONS OF
PROPOSED PROJECT
Installation
Management Activities
PARAMETERS Engineering works for Plant Commissioning of plant TOTAL OF CONSTRUCTION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (IOS) Transportation Activities Material Storage & Handling Manufacturing Process Utility Operations Operation of Plant Machineries/ Equipment Water & wastewater Hazardous & Solid ManagementWaste Activities Breakdown & Maintenance of Control Equipment Administrative & Domestic Activities Greenbelt Development & CSR TOTAL OF OPERATION PHASE OVERALL IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE (OIS) WITHOUT MITIGATION 1. Occupational Health & safety (7) -1 -1 -2 -1.4 0 -1 -1 -1 0 -1 0 -1 0 0 -5 -3.5 2. Work Place Condition (3) -1 -1 -2 -0.6 0 -1 -1 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 -3 -0.9 TOTAL -2 -2 -4 -2.0 0 -2 -2 -1 0 -1 0 -2 0 0 -8 -4.4 WITH MITIGATION 1. Occupational Health & safety (7) 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 -2 -1.4 2. Work Place Condition (3) 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 -2 -0.6 TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 -2 0 0 0 0 0 -2 0 0 -5 -2.0
4.4.7 IMPACTS DUE TO HAZARDOUS /NON-HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT As described in earlier sections, the assessment of significance of impacts of hazardous/non-hazardous waste management (as activity of project) is already considered in tables of earlier sections of Air, water, Land, Socioeconomic & work environments. As seen in those tables, the hazardous/non-hazardous waste will have minor to major impacts on various attributes of environment. There will be no considerable impacts due to hazardous/non-hazardous waste management during construction phase as there will not be any hazardous/non-hazardous waste generation. The highlighted impacts of hazardous/non-hazardous waste management are presented below. The hazardous waste generated after accident in unit will have many adverse impacts depending on the chemical constituents of the waste. Such waste upon mixing with soil may contaminate soil and if mixed with water it may contaminate the water. If any person exposed to such toxic waste beyond tolerable limit may get serious health effects. The volatile content of this waste can contaminate air of the area where the waste is stored or dumped. Used oil may contaminate the soil & water upon mixing of this waste with water or soil of area where the oil is spilled/leaked.
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Empty drums/barrels/liner of hazardous materials can contaminate air up on release of the residual volatile materials in these containers. Such contamination of air may badly affect the human health as well as other living beings. The decontamination wastewater if disposed off without treatment may contaminate soil if disposed on land or water if disposed off in water bodies/land. Fire in the hazardous waste storage area or transport vehicles may lead to the contamination of air which in turn results on impacts on ecology & land environment as well as socioeconomic environment.
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CHAPTER: 05 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIES (TECHNOLOGY & SITE) 5.1. GENERAL The analysis of alternatives is an important tool for the selecting the best of the technologies and project location. Alternative analysis is the process of analyzing the proposed locating for suitability for basic necessities to operate the plant safely, this analysis also covers the environmental aspect of pollution prevention and improvement in quality of life nearby the project vicinity. The project alternative is the course of action in pace of another, that would meet the same purpose and need, but which would avoid or minimize negative impacts and enhance project benefits. Such projects may result in specific impacts which can be avoided or mitigated by adherence to certain predetermined performance standards, guidelines or design criteria. Alternative approaches may therefore be more effective in integrating environmental and social concerns into the project planning process.
5.2. SITE SELECTION
M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. is proposed for enhancement of existing product (Particle Board) capacity as well as addition of new product (Synthetic Organic Resins) at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road,Village- Bela (Rangpar),-363642, Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). Current project site is having the infrastructure facilities, Land, water sources, transportation facilities and power requirement etc. The other supporting features are briefly summarized hereunder: Availability of all basic facilities like infrastructure, communication, medical facilities, fuel, water, power, unskilled & skilled manpower, raw materials, road network etc. The nearest Town Haripar 1.17 km NE away from the project site. Nazarbaug Railway station is at 12.75 Km S away. Nearest Airport Rajkot is 68Km Skm away. Good communication and transportation facilities. No National park or Wildlife Habitats falls within 10 km radial distance from proposed project site. Hence, no need is felt to analyze any alternative site for the proposed project.
5.3. ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
The technology proposed by M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd., for manufacturing of particle board and synthetic organic resins is one of the well established and proven technologies. The accuracy and operability of the processes are judged to be proven based on consistency of production, specification of products, safety as well as environmental advantages. Hence, no alternative technology has been analyzed.
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CHAPTER: 06 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM
6.1 GENERAL
Environmental monitoring program serves as the key tool in the post Environmental Clearance to keep track on performance of mitigation measures implemented & pollution control technologies installed to prevent impacts associated with various operations of the project. Environmental monitoring is the repetitive and systematic measurement of the characteristics of environmental components to test specific hypotheses of the effects of human activity on the environment. Environmental monitoring is undertaken primarily to determine the environmental effects of human activities, and secondarily to increase understanding of cause-effect relationships between human activity and environmental change. Thus, environmental monitoring is the effective observation of site conditions and work activities; and identification of potential non-compliance situations and initiation of corrective or remedial actions. Monitoring is as important as that of control of pollution, since the efficiency of control measures can only be determined by monitoring. M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. has proposed to expand its existing Particle Board manufacturing unit by capacity enhancement of “Particle Board” and addition of new products Synthetic Organic resins (bonding glue). As the project requires obtaining prior environmental clearance, present EIA study has been conducted as per provision of SO 1533 (as amended time to time). As described in Chapter-4, there would some minor impacts on environment due to the operation of proposed project. Considering the probabilities of impacts on environment, detailed impacts evaluation study has been conducted as presented in earlier chapter. Based on the predicted & assessed impacts as well as the baseline environmental status of the project area, present environmental monitoring plan has been designed, suggested & planned for implementation as post project environmental monitoring program as described below in subsequent sections under respective headings. 6.1.1 OBJECTIVE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM As described in earlier chapter, the proposed expansion project will have only acceptable minor impacts due to emission, sewage disposal, contamination of workplace air due to fugitive & process emission and toxic contamination of air due to major accident in storage & transportation activities releasing toxic/hazardous chemicals. Noise & vibration generation will not a major issue as the noise level in plant will always remain well below the stipulated standard & limits prescribed by CPCB/GPCB and NIOSH/OSHA. Necessary mitigation has been suggested by EIA team and all major points have been covered in EMP for prevention, control & mitigation of these probable impacts. For regular tracking of the effectiveness of mitigation measures & EMP at specific interval, regular monitoring of the necessary environmental parameters is required to keep the records updated for review and revision of EMP as & when required. With this vision, the present environment monitoring program has been prepared with due consideration of the baseline status of the project area, various components of project & environmental attributes likely to be affected. The Environmental Monitoring Program has been scheduled for the following major objectives:
To comply with the statutory requirements of monitoring for compliance with conditions of EC, NOC and CC&A
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To comply with the provision of Factory Act & MSIHC Rules Assessment of the changes in environmental conditions, if any, during the project operation/activities. Monitoring & tracking the effectiveness of Environment Management Plan & implementation of mitigation measures planned. Identification of any significant adverse transformation in environmental condition to plan additional mitigation measures; if & as required The environmental monitoring program designed with the above objective and understandings have been described in the present chapter in subsequent sections under respective heading. M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. shall implement the environment monitoring programs in line with the planned schedule. The company shall ensure that the necessary requisite & facilities are made available and necessary arrangement including budgetary provision has been made as & when required to ensure regular efficient environmental monitoring activities.
6.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM
From the monitoring point of view, the important components are air, water, soil, noise and occupational health & safety. Regular monitoring is carried out in existing plant by MoEF&CC Recognized/ NABL approved laboratory and will be continued as per the need after the proposed expansion. Monitoring of environmental samples shall be done as per the guidelines provide by MoEF&CC/CPCB. The method followed shall be recommended / standard method approved/ recommended by MoEF&CC/CPCB. List of preferred method of sampling/ monitoring and analysis of environmental samples in provided in the Annexure- III of environmental method. For monitoring of workplace area methods suggested / published by NIOSH or any other authorities shall be adopted. The sampling/monitoring points/location, frequency & responsibility, parameter mentioned as following:
Table 6.1: Details of the Environmental Monitoring program Sr. Type of Location of Frequency of Duration Instrument Parameters to No. Monitoring Monitoring sampling & of be test station Responsibility Sampling
1. Ambient Air 2 place within Monthly- 24 hrs RDS & fine PM2.5, PM10, the plant In-house lab. particular SO2, NOX, premises or External Sampler VOCs* (1 in downwind MoEF & CC direction at recognized lab between 500 m. & 1 km distance from plant boundary.)
2. Work Place Production Monthly- 8 hrs RDS & fine PM2.5, PM10, Monitoring Block, Store In-house lab. particular SO2, NOX, rooms, Solvent or External Sampler VOCs*, MoEF & CC Yard Temperature, recognized lab Humidity, Light and Noise
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3. Stationary D.G.Set, Thermic Monthly- -- Stack PM, SO2, NOX, Emission pack In-house lab. Monitoring VOCs* Cyclone or External instrument Process Vent: separator MoEF & CC (Stack Kit) PM recognized lab 4. Ambient At all sources Monthly- At least 1 Noise Meter Equivalent Noise (DG set, thermic In-house lab. hr. Noise Level - dB pack or External continuous (A) Utilities/machine MoEF & CC ries, Pumps, recognized lab Compressors etc.) and at different areas (Production area, Storage area, transportation area, Administrative area, security area, utility house etc) within premises 5. In case of When accidental External MoEF -- Lab pH, EC, accidental spillage/ leakage & CC recognized Turbidity, TDS, spillage/leak, occurs lab Calcium, water Magnesium, samples Total Hardness, from the Total Alkalinity, area likely to , COD, BOD, be affected. Chlorides, Sulphates, Phosphate, Ammonia, Chromium, Manganese 6. Surface Soil 2 locations Quarterly - -- Soil Sampler pH, EC, from storage & External Moisture, greenbelt area, MoEF&CC Organic matter, -2 - In case of recognized lab N, P, K, SO4 , Cl accidental , Ca+2, Mg+2 & spillage/leak , Na+ soil of the affected area from various spots & depth 7. Greenbelt/ Greenbelt Area Throughout -- -- Number of Vegetation at Boundary & Year at regular plantation Cover Garden interval: (Units), Number In House by EHS of Survived Executive & Plants/Trees,
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other EMC Number of Poor members Plant/Trees 8. Annual Yearly As per Direction Environment (In-house by of Honorary al Audit: MD, High Court, Environment Gujarat (if Manager & applicable) other EMC members; External only If required by statutory provision through Approved Lab) 9. Employee Yearly- As per statutory Medical/Hea Through provision & lth Checkup: Approved requirement Medical Officer & Doctor as per OHS Plan 10. Social Throughout Employee social Aspects: year- status and by PRO or HR issues, Manager or Disbursement Designated of fund for CSR, person. Socio-economic requirement of the area as informed by local people. Note: *VOCs are to be monitored in terms of Chemicals of Proposed project.
All the above observations will be complied and documented by the EMC to serve the following purposes. Identification of any environmental problems that are occurring in the area. Initiating or providing solution to those problems through designed channels and verification of the implementation status Controlling activities inside the plant, until the environmental problem has been corrected. Suitably responds to emergency situations The industry will engage recognized laboratories to carry out all necessary monitoring parameters. Qualified staff has been appointed for the purpose of Operation and maintenance of the pollution control facilities. Stand-by facilities are provided to all the facilities so as to ensure full proof treatment. In case of accidental spill & leak of hazardous chemicals, monitoring of the environment as needed for detection of the spilled/leaked chemical shall be done in the affected area. In such case, soil sample & groundwater sample of the affected area as mentioned in earlier section shall be collected and analyzed for detection of the spilled / leaked chemicals at regular interval for the period as required to ensure safe level of contamination.
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6.3 INFRASTRUCTURAL REQUIREMENT & PROCUREMENT SCHEDULES
Regular monitoring will be carried out for gaseous emission, and noise by NABL approved laboratory as proposed in monitoring program. 6.4 DOCUMENTATION& REPORTING
The records of the monitoring program shall be kept on regular basis for all aspects of the monitoring. Separate records for solid waste, air, emission, soil & manure shall be prepared and preserved regularly. Immediately upon the completion of monitoring as per the planned schedule, report shall be done & necessary documents shall be forwarded to the concern person. Methodology of monitoring (sampling & analysis) shall be prepared as separate documents as SOP (standard Operating Procedure) wherever required. The records showing results/outcome of the monitoring programs shall be prepared as per the requirement of the schedule mentioned above. Regularly these documents & records shall be reviewed for necessary improvement of the monitoring plan/mitigation measures/environmental technologies as well as for necessary actions of environmental management cell. Environmental statements &/or performance report/compliance report/audit report as per conditions of EC and CC&A shall be prepared and submitted to the concern authority as per the guidelines provided by the authorities within the stipulated timeframe. CC&A and other statutory permission/consents must be obtained & renewed timely as per legal provision & guidelines. Similarly, all necessary report & forms shall be prepared and submitted to the concerned authority as per the statutory requirement of Environmental Acts/rules, Factory Act & MSIHC rules. Reporting of accident & other requirements shall be made in prescribed format well within stipulated time frame as per statutory requirements & guidelines. As per the requirements of state pollution control board documentation and report shall be done as below on regular basis. To obtain Consent to Operate (CC&A) renewal under the Water Act – 1974, Air Act – 1981 & Authorization under Hazardous Waste (M, H & T) Rules, 2008 as amended. To file monthly patrak online as per requirement. To submit the Environmental Audit Statement (Form V) for the previous year. To file regular annual return as per Hazardous Waste (M, H & T) Rules, 2008 as amended and Water Cess Assessment. To submit required justifiable reply against observation made by SPCB officers during the inspection, as and when required.
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CHAPTER: 07 ADDITIONAL STUDIES
7.1. GENERAL
As per the provision of SO 1533 (as timely amended), additional studies forms a part in EIA especially when specific additional study is asked by the concern authority: EAC or SEAC during the scoping for EIA as issued in form of Awarded TOR for EIA. Mainly Risk Assessment, Public Participation and Social Studies for R&R plan constitute the section of Additional Studies for EIA report. In case of the present EIA study for proposed project of M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd., Risk Assessment & Public Consultation as additional studies has been given as condition in awarded TOR, which needed to be included in the EIA study & report. The public hearing is required as the proposed project is to be developed in outside of Notified Industrial Zone/Estate. The Risk Assessment Study for the upcoming project has been conducted by Risk Assessment expert of the EIA team. In addition to the RA, disaster & emergency management plan is also prepared by expert after necessary modification in the existing plan provided by the proponent. The details regarding the additional studies have been described below under respective heading with reference to relevant Annexure of present EIA report.
7.2. PUBLIC CONSULTATION
Public consultation is applicable to the proposed project as the project is to be developed in the premises situated outside any notified industrial area. Further, the proposed project is falling under the category- 5(f), A and so as prescribed by EAC in letter of awarded TOR, Public hearing is required. The public hearing will be conducted in proximate location and necessary proceeding for public hearing will be conducted following the guidelines provided in SO 1533. The present report is draft report prepared for the Public hearing procedures. Up on completion of Public hearing as required, details of public hearing and necessary justification for query cited in PH will be incorporated for preparation of Final EIA report. The final EIA report thus prepared will be used for further proceeding for environmental clearance and other necessary clearances / certification / licenses.
7.3. RISK ASSESSMENT & DISASTER MANAGEMENT
M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. proposes to expand its existing Particle Board manufacturing unit by capacity enhancement of “Particle Board” from 1500 MT/month to 2400 MT/month and addition of new products Synthetic Organic resins (bonding glue) @850 MT/month, at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road,Village- Bela (Rangpar),-363642, Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat).It has been noticed that 10 chemicals out of 15 chemicals of proposed project are hazardous in nature as per MSIHC rules 1989. These hazardous materials will be received in liquid storage tank by road truck and stored in designated areas of raw materials storage. All safety measures will be provided at design level with all required safety system for the specific chemicals to prevent the associated hazards & risks. Based on the data furnished and the study of the installation, certain hazards have been identified and their consequences are modelled mathematically using ALOHA software. Mapping of various scenario are with hazardous distances and safe distances are drawn on site plan for easy understanding of the consequences of the accident/ incident.
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The study indicates that possible hazards associated with the plant are confined either to the storage area or plant premises. Various hazardous scenarios have been identified for Risk Assessment and the consequences are modeled. The details of present RA study have been described in the subsequent sections of this chapter under respective headings. As the project is of the organic chemical manufacturing industry, the scope of the work has been determined with following consideration of probable hazards & associated risk: 10 Materials of concern are those included in schedules of MSIHC rules as hazardous substance, All raw materials are to be stored in Drum, Bags, SS tank in RM storage area, Considering the above facts of proposed project the scope of present study has been determined as described below. The primary scope of the present study is limited to: Identification of major areas of hazards related with storage area only; Identification of failure cases in the storage area, Consequence analysis of probable risks of the identified failure cases, The study of consequence analysis for handling & storage activities of bulk hazardous chemicals of the proposed project.
Risk assessment including prediction of the worst-case scenario and maximum credible accident scenarios has been carried out. The worst-case scenario has been taken into account the maximum inventory of storage at site at any point of time. The risk contours has been plotted. Based on the same, proposed safeguard measures including On-Site/Off-Site Emergency Plan has been provided. The processing operations & detailed plant operation hazards of chemicals & operation are not covered under the scope of the present RA study. Raw materials used in industry to manufacture the products and hazardous raw materials identified as per MSIHC rules 1989 are mentioned in earlier section of the report.
Table 7.1: Hazardous Chemicals Considered for Consequences Analysis Quantity MSIHC Rules Hazard Sr. No Raw Materials MT/ Month applicability Corrosive, toxic, fire 1 Formic Acid 0.55 Sch-I,part -II,287 Corrosive Flammable Liquid 2 Formaldehyde 20 Sh-I,Part-II,285 Toxic 3 Aqueous ammonia 0.5 Sch-I,part -II,31 Non-Flammable Gas 3 N-butyl alcohol 3 Sch-I,part -II,412 Flammable Liquid
7.3.1 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT 7.3.1.1 PROBABLE HAZARDS &RA METHODOLOGY OF CONSEQUENCE ANALYSIS Risk involves the occurrence or potential occurrence of some accident consisting of an event or sequence of events. The most dangerous hazards in industries associated either or all of storage, handling, transportation and production facilities are undoubtedly those associated with the loss of containment of volatile products and their subsequent dispersion & ignition. These hazards can have minor to serious consequences based on the quantity & quality of materials released in to the atmosphere/air. Hence, to determine the probable loss due to the hazards, necessary & suitable analysis are required to be done for determination of severity of consequences resulted from the hazards. Such analysis is known as Consequences analysis. Consequence analysis provides quantitative information on the risk and potential hazards that could be caused by dispersion, fire and blasts. With this information, it is possible to improve the original design, incorporate mitigation measures, or devise hazard and management strategies to keep the risk at acceptable levels.
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Following Figure portrays conceptual framework of any quantitative risk analysis.
Figure 7.1: Conceptual Activities: Hazard Study and Risk Analysis
The descriptions of the subtasks of various phases involved in risk analysis are detailed below: MCA stands for Maximum Credible Accident or in other words, an accident with maximum damage distance, which is believed to be probable. MCA analysis does not include quantification of the probability of occurrence of an accident. In practice the selection of accident scenarios for MCA analysis is carried out on the basis of engineering judgment and expertise in the field of risk analysis especially in accident analysis. A disastrous situation is the outcome of fire, explosion or toxic hazards in addition to other natural causes that eventually lead to loss of life, property and ecological imbalances. MCA analysis encompasses defined techniques to identify the hazards and compute the consequent effects in terms of damage distances due to heat radiation, toxic releases, vapour cloud explosion etc. A list of probable or potential accidents of the major units in the complex arising due to use, storage and handling of the hazardous materials are examined to establish their credibility. Depending upon the effective hazardous attributes and their impact on the event, the maximum effect on the surrounding environment and the respective damage caused can be assessed. 7.3.1.2 METHODOLOGY OF CONSEQUENCES ANALYSIS The Consequences analysis involves ordering and ranking of various sections in terms of potential vulnerability. The input requirements for Consequences analysis are: Detailed design parameters for storage & Transfer Physical & chemical properties of all the chemicals Weather Condition Location of site, plant layout&plant condition The following steps are involved in Consequences analysis: Identification of potential hazardous process units, storage sections and representative failure cases from the vessels and pipelines Visualization of chemical release scenarios Consequence Analysis for computation of damage distances for the release cases through mathematical modelling.
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7.3.1.3 PROBABLE HAZARDS DUE TO RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE As it has been described above, major hazards are associated with storage area & unloading area. The cause of hazards is thus determined to be leak from storage area, storage vessel/containers through hole or connected pipeline for transfer to the plant. Hence, for further evaluation of hazards, identification of probable hazards from leakage has been studied from cause effect network diagram. With reference to the properties and storage conditions, two primary types of incidents can occur in the storage & unloading area. These incidents are identified to be fire or toxic vapour dispersion or both. In case of fire, the raised temperature of the storage vessels can also under go BLEVE and will thus result in fireball & pool fire. In all case of bulk storage & unloading activities of 4 hazardous chemicals, toxic vapour dispersion has been found necessary to explore for further study. Also it has been felt necessary to assess the risk of fire scenarios for 4 flammable hazardous chemicals as identified earlier. The detail explanation of the two probable hazards with their further classification has been described in subsequent paragraphs. A) Toxic and fire hazard Dispersion is a term used to include moving and spreading. A dispersing vapour cloud will generally move in a downwind direction and spread (diffuse) in a crosswind and vertical direction. (Crosswind is the direction perpendicular to the wind.) A cloud of gas that is denser or heavier than air (called a heavy gas) can also spread upwind to a small extent. The dispersion can be in form of toxic vapours clouds or flammable cloud depending on the nature of risk of the dispersed cloud. The toxic vapour cloud is the type of a vapour cloud in which the concentration of the chemicals may be harmful to human health or other living being. The toxic effects of such cloud depend on the concentration of chemical vapour in it and its toxicity. The flammable area is the part of a vapour cloud where the concentration is in the flammable range, between the Lower and Upper Explosive Limits (LEL and UEL). These limits are percentages that represent the concentration of the fuel (that is, the chemical vapour) in the air. If the chemical vapour comes into contact with an ignition source (such as a spark), it will burn only if its fuel-air concentration is between the LEL and the UEL, because that portion of the cloud is already pre-mixed to the right mixture of fuel and air for burning to occur. B) Fire Hazards A fire is a complex chain reaction where a fuel combines with oxygen to generate heat, smoke, and light. Most chemical fires will be triggered by one of the following ignition sources: sparks, static electricity, heat, or flames from another fire. There are several properties that measure how readily and how easily a chemical will catch on fire. Herein after three of these properties: volatility, flash point, and flammability limits are discussed as necessary. Volatility is a measure of how easily a chemical evaporates. A flammable liquid must begin to evaporate—forming a vapour above the liquid—before it can burn. The more volatile a chemical, the faster it evaporates and the quicker a flammable vapour cloud is formed. The flash point is the lowest temperature where a flammable liquid will evaporate enough to catch on fire if an ignition source is present. The lower the flash point, the easier it is for a fire to start. Flammability limits, also known as the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) and the Upper Explosive Limit (UEL), are the boundaries of the flammable area of a vapour cloud. These limits are percentages that represent the concentration of the fuel/ chemical vapour in the air. If the chemical vapour comes into contact with an ignition source, it will burn only if its fuel-air concentration is between the LEL and the UEL.
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While ALOHA cannot model all the complex processes that happen in a fire (like the generation and distribution of by products), it can predict the area where the heat radiated by the fire called thermal radiation could be harmful. Thermal radiation is the primary hazard associated with fires. However, it is also important to consider the hazards associated with any secondary fires and explosions that may occur. In present study risk assessment modelling has been done for fire hazards for 4 flammable chemicals only.
7.3.1.4 HAZARD SCENARIOS SELECTED FOR CONSEQUENCE ANALYSIS The typical diagram showing probable hazards along their sequence of occurrence & probable effects is already shown in above figure. As it has identified, only fire and hazardous vapour cloud dispersion and toxic dispersion are anticipated from the proposed project, consequences analysis has been done for fire & dispersion. A) Source & Models for Consequence Analysis Based on the judgement for most probable hazardous toxic dispersion model has been considered for three chemicals (Diethyl sulphate, Hydrochloric acid, Bromine). The probability of flammable & explosive hazardous has been found very rare and hence are not considered, The details of consequences analysis are described in the below paragraphs. Figure 7.2: Evaluation of the Effects and Consequences of Major Accidents in Industrial Plants
Source: Joaquim Casal; Elsevier
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Levels of Concern (LOCs) for Consequences Analysis In modelling of consequences of a hazard, a Level of Concern (LOC) is a threshold value of a hazard (toxicity, flammability, thermal radiation, or overpressure); the LOC is usually the value above which a threat to people or property may exist. Thermal Radiation Levels A Thermal Radiation (radiation intensity as kW/m2) Level of Concern (LOC) is a threshold level of thermal radiation, usually the level above which a hazard may exist. While modelling a fire scenario, the threshold values (measured in kilowatts per square meter and denoted as kW/m2) are considered to create the threat zones are as below. The thermal radiation effects that people experience depend upon the length of time they are exposed to a specific thermal radiation level. Longer exposure durations, even at a lower thermal radiation level, can produce serious physiological effects. However for plotting the hazards contour three level of thermal radiation have been selected, which are 10 kW/m2 indicating lethality within 60 seconds, 5 kW/m2 indicating 2nd degree burn within 60 seconds and 2 kW/m2 indicating pain within 60 seconds. After preparing the threat zone probable effects of other potential thermal radiation level have also been studied and tabulated. Toxic Vapour IDLHs IDLH (immediately dangerous to life or health) is defined as a situation "that poses a threat of exposure to airborne contaminants when that exposure is likely to cause death or immediate or delayed permanent adverse health effects or prevent escape from such an environment." TWA TWA is the average exposure over a specified period of time, usually a nominal eight hours
(TWA8hrs). This means that, for limited periods, a worker may be exposed to concentrations higher than the PEL, so long as the average concentration over eight hours remains lower. A TWA limit is one that addresses the average exposure over 8 Hr. period of maximum exposure during a day of works. STEL A short-term exposure limit (STEL) is the acceptable average exposure over a short period of time, usually 15 minutes as long as the time-weighted average is not exceeded. STEL is a term used in occupational health, industrial hygiene and toxicology. ERPG Emergency Response Planning Guidelines (ERPGs) are exposure guidelines designed to anticipate health effects from exposure to certain airborne chemical concentrations. Three tires of ERPG are considered. The above mentioned Levels of Concern (LOC) for toxic dispersion are presented below and tabular form.
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Table: 7.2: Levels of Concern (LOC) for toxic dispersion Sr.No. Chemical Toxic Exposure Limit IDLH TWA8Hr STEL ERPG1 ERPG 2 ERPG 3 1 Formic Acid 30 ppm 5 ppm NA 3 ppm 25 ppm 250 ppm 2 Formaldehyde 20 ppm 0.75 ppm 2 ppm 1 ppm 10 ppm 40 ppm 3 Aueous Ammonia 300 ppm 50 ppm 35 ppm 25 ppm 150 ppm 1500 ppm 4 n-butyl alcohol 1400 ppm 100 ppm NA NA NA NA
Table 7.3: Result of Consequences Analysis for Thermal Radiation from Pool Fire
Sr. Thermal radiation from Pool Fire (kW/m2), Distance in Meter Chemical No. 37.5 25.0 19.0 12.5 10.0 5.0 4.5 2.0 1.6 Worst Case Scenarios: For Total Quantity Stored Quantity (Drum,Tank) 1 Formic Acid <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 2 Formaldehyde NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 3 Aueous Ammonia NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 4 n-butyl alcohol 18 23 27 35 39 56 59 86 96 MCA Scenarios: For Unit Storage Quantity (Drum, Tank) 1 Formic Acid <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 2 Formaldehyde NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 3 Aueous Ammonia NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 4 N-butyl alcohol <10 <10 <10 12 13 18 19 26 28 (Note: NA- Not Applicable) Table 7.4: Result of Consequences Analysis for Area of Toxic Vapour Dispersion
Sr. Chemical Toxic Dispersion Distance in Meter
No. IDLH TWA8Hr STEL ERPG1 ERPG 2 ERPG 3 Worst Case Scenarios: For Total Quantity Stored(Drum, Tank) 1 Formic Acid 61 152 NA 196 67 14 2 Formaldehyde <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 3 Aueous Ammonia 693 1400 1600 1900 932 310 4 n-butyl alcohol 14 15 NA NA NA NA MCA Scenarios: For Unit Storage Quantity (Drum, Tank) 1 Formic Acid 38 96 NA 123 42 <10 2 Formaldehyde <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 3 Aueous Ammonia 197 505 609 726 283 84 4 n-butyl alcohol <10 <10 NA NA NA NA (Note: NA- Values not available for the chemicals.) Table 7.5: Result of Consequences Analysis for Flammable Area of Vapour Cloud Sr. Flammable Vapour Cloud Dispersion, (kW/m2), Distance in Meter Chemical No. 10% LEL 60% LEL LEL UEL Worst Case Scenarios: For Total Quantity Stored (Drum, Tank) 1 Formic Acid <10 <10 <10 <10 2 Formaldehyde <10 <10 <10 <10 3 Aueous Ammonia 75 25 19 11 4 n-butyl alcohol 14 14 14 14 MCA Scenarios: For Unit Storage Quantity (Drum, Tank)
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Sr. Flammable Vapour Cloud Dispersion, (kW/m2), Distance in Meter Chemical No. 10% LEL 60% LEL LEL UEL 1 Formic Acid <10 <10 <10 <10 2 Formaldehyde <10 <10 <10 <10 3 Aueous Ammonia 21 11 11 10 4 n-butyl alcohol <10 <10 <10 <10
7.3.1.5 Consequences Analysis COMMON INPUTS: SITE DATA: ATMOSPHERIC DATA: Location: MORBI, INDIA ATMOSPHERIC DATA: (MANUAL INPUT OF Building: unsheltered single storied DATA) Time: February 15, 2018 1223 hours ST Wind: 2.49 meters/second from NE at 3 meters (using computer's clock) Ground Roughness: urban or forest Cloud Cover: 5 tenths Air Temperature: 25.37° C Stability Class: B No Inversion Height Relative Humidity: 50%
7.3.1.5.A Formic Acid CHEMICAL DATA: Chemical Name: FORMIC ACID CAS Number: 64-18-6 Molecular Weight: 46.03 g/mol ERPG-1: 3 ppm ERPG-2: 25 ppm ERPG-3: 250 ppm IDLH: 30 ppm LEL: 120000 ppm UEL: 380000 ppm Ambient Boiling Point: 100.4° C Vapor Pressure at Ambient Temperature: 0.057 atm Ambient Saturation Concentration: 57,378 ppm or 5.74% SOURCE STRENGTH: WORST CASE Scenarios: SOURCE STRENGTH: MCA Scenarios: Burning Puddle / Pool Fire Burning Puddle / Pool Fire Puddle Area: 110 square meters Puddle Area: 40 square meters Puddle Volume: 550 liters Puddle Volume: 200 liters Initial Puddle Temperature: Air Initial Puddle Temperature: Air temperature temperature Flame Length: 3 meters Flame Length: 4 meters Burn Duration: 14 minutes Burn Duration: 14 minutes Burn Rate: 17.2 kilograms/min Burn Rate: 47.3 kilograms/min Total Amount Burned: 243 kilograms Total Amount Burned: 667 kilograms SOURCE STRENGTH: WORST CASE Scenarios: SOURCE STRENGTH: MCA Scenarios: Evaporating Puddle (Note: chemical is Evaporating Puddle (Note: chemical is flammable) flammable) Puddle Area: 40 square meters Puddle Area: 110 square meters Puddle Volume: 200 liters Puddle Volume: 550 liters Ground Type: Concrete Ground Type: Concrete Ground Temperature: 25.37° C Ground Temperature: 25.37° C Initial Puddle Temperature: Air temperature Initial Puddle Temperature: Air Release Duration: ALOHA limited the duration to temperature 1 hour
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Release Duration: ALOHA limited the Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 1.62 duration to 1 hour kilograms/min (averaged over a minute or more) Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 4.25 Total Amount Released: 95.9 kilograms kilograms/min (averaged over a minute or more) Total Amount Released: 250 kilograms
Formic Acid Wrost case Burning Puddle / Pool Fire (550 Lit) & MCS Burning Puddle / Pool Fire (200 Lit):
Note: Threat zone was not drawn because effects of near-field patchiness make dispersion predictions less reliable for short distances. Formic Acid Wrost case (550 Lit): Toxic Vapour Dispersion: Formic Acid Wrost case Scanario(550 Lit): Formic Acid MCA Scanario (200 Lit):
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Formic Acid Worst Case (550 Lit) & MCA (200 Lit): Flammable Area of Vapor Cloud Note: Threat zone was not drawn because effects of near-field patchiness make dispersion predictions less reliable for short distances. 7.3.1.5.B Formaldehyde CHEMICAL DATA: Chemical Name: FORMALDEHYDE Molecular Weight: 30.03 g/mol AEGL-1 (60 min): 0.9 ppm AEGL-2 (60 min): 14 ppm AEGL-3 (60 min): 56 ppm IDLH: 20 ppm LEL: 7 ppm UEL: 73 ppm Ambient Boiling Point: 96.0° C Vapor Pressure at Ambient Temperature: 1.84e-005 atm Ambient Saturation Concentration: 18.5 ppm or 0.0019% SOURCE STRENGTH: WORST CASE Scenarios: SOURCE STRENGTH: MCA Scenarios: Leak from hole in horizontal cylindrical tank Leak from hole in horizontal cylindrical tank Flammable chemical escaping from tank (not Flammable chemical escaping from tank burning) (not burning) Tank Diameter: 2.66 meters Tank Diameter: 2.66 meters
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Tank Length: 3.6 meters Tank Length: 3.6 meters Tank Volume: 20,006 liters Tank Volume: 20,006 liters Tank contains liquid Tank contains liquid Internal Temperature: 25.37° C Internal Temperature: 25.37° C Chemical Mass in Tank: 141 tons Chemical Mass in Tank: 141 tons Tank is 100% full Tank is 100% full Circular Opening Diameter: 1 inches Circular Opening Diameter: 0.2 inches Opening is 0 meters from tank bottom Opening is 0 meters from tank bottom Ground Type: Concrete Ground Type: Concrete Ground Temperature: equal to ambient Ground Temperature: equal to ambient Max Puddle Area: 20 square meters Max Puddle Area: 20 square meters Release Duration: ALOHA limited the duration to Release Duration: ALOHA limited the 1 hour duration to 1 hour Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 0.166 Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 0.167 grams/min (averaged over a minute or more) grams/min (averaged over a minute or Total Amount Released: 9.86 grams more) Note: The chemical escaped as a liquid and Total Amount Released: 7.57 grams formed an evaporating puddle. Note: The chemical escaped as a liquid and The puddle spread to a diameter of 5.0 meters. formed an evaporating puddle. The puddle spread to a diameter of 5.0 meters.
Formaldehyde Worst Case (20000 Lit) & MCA (20000 Lit): Toxic Vapour Dispersion: Note: Threat zone was not drawn because effects of near-field patchiness make dispersion predictions less reliable for short distances. Formaldehyde Worst Case (20000 Lit) & MCA (20000 Lit): Flammable Area of Vapor Cloud Note: Threat zone was not drawn because effects of near-field patchiness make dispersion predictions less reliable for short distances.
7.3.1.5.C Ammonia CHEMICAL DATA: Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664-41-7 Molecular Weight: 17.03 g/mol AEGL-1 (60 min): 30 ppm AEGL-2 (60 min): 160 ppm AEGL-3 (60 min): 1100 ppm IDLH: 300 ppm LEL: 150000 ppm UEL: 280000 ppm Ambient Boiling Point: -33.5° C Vapor Pressure at Ambient Temperature: greater than 1 atm Ambient Saturation Concentration: 1,000,000 ppm or 100.0% SOURCE STRENGTH: WORST CASE Scenarios: SOURCE STRENGTH: MCA Scenarios: Leak from hole in horizontal cylindrical tank Leak from hole in horizontal cylindrical tank Flammable chemical escaping from tank Flammable chemical escaping from tank (not (not burning) burning) Tank Diameter: 0.4 meters Tank Diameter: 0.4 meters Tank Length: 4 meters Tank Length: 4 meters Tank Volume: 503 liters Tank Volume: 503 liters Tank contains liquid Tank contains liquid Internal Temperature: 25.37° C Internal Temperature: 25.37° C Chemical Mass in Tank: 0.33 tons Chemical Mass in Tank: 0.33 tons
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Tank is 100% full Tank is 99% full Circular Opening Diameter: 1 inches Circular Opening Diameter: 0.2 inches Opening is 0 meters from tank bottom Opening is 0 meters from tank bottom Release Duration: 1 minute Release Duration: 13 minutes Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 4.99 Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 24.4 kilograms/sec (averaged over a minute or kilograms/min (averaged over a minute or more) more) Total Amount Released: 299 kilograms Total Amount Released: 299 kilograms Note: The chemical escaped as a mixture of gas Note: The chemical escaped as a mixture of and aerosol (two phase flow). gas and aerosol (two phase flow).
Ammonia Worst Case (500 Lit) & MCA (500 Lit): Toxic Vapour Dispersion: Ammonia Wrost case Scanario(500 Lit): Ammonia MCA Scanario (500 Lit):
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Ammonia Worst Case (500 Lit) & MCA (500 Lit): Flammable Area of Vapor Cloud Ammonia Wrost case Scanario(500 Lit): Ammonia MCA Scanario (500 Lit):
Note: Threat zone was not drawn because effects of near-field patchiness make dispersion predictions less reliable for short distances.
7.3.1.5.D N-Butyl Alcohol CHEMICAL DATA: Chemical Name: N-BUTYL ALCOHOL CAS Number: 71-36-3 Molecular Weight: 74.12 g/mol PAC-1: 60 ppm PAC-2: 800 ppm PAC-3: 8000 ppm IDLH: 1400 ppm LEL: 17000 ppm UEL: 113000 ppm Ambient Boiling Point: 118.7° C
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Vapor Pressure at Ambient Temperature: 0.0091 atm Ambient Saturation Concentration: 9,169 ppm or 0.92% SOURCE STRENGTH: WORST CASE Scenarios: SOURCE STRENGTH: MCA Scenarios: Burning Puddle / Pool Fire Burning Puddle / Pool Fire Puddle Area: 600 square meters Puddle Area: 40 square meters Puddle Volume: 3000 liters Puddle Volume: 200 liters Initial Puddle Temperature: Air Initial Puddle Temperature: Air temperature temperature Flame Length: 25 meters Flame Length: 9 meters Burn Duration: 2 minutes Burn Duration: 2 minutes Burn Rate: 1,480 kilograms/min Burn Rate: 98.8 kilograms/min Total Amount Burned: 2,411 kilograms Total Amount Burned: 161 kilograms SOURCE STRENGTH: WORST CASE Scenarios: SOURCE STRENGTH: MCA Scenarios: Evaporating Puddle (Note: chemical is Evaporating Puddle (Note: chemical is flammable) flammable) Puddle Area: 600 square meters Puddle Area: 40 square meters Puddle Volume: 3000 liters Puddle Volume: 200 liters Ground Type: Concrete Ground Type: Concrete Ground Temperature: 25.37° C Ground Temperature: 25.37° C Initial Puddle Temperature: Air Initial Puddle Temperature: Air temperature temperature Release Duration: ALOHA limited the Release Duration: ALOHA limited the duration to 1 hour duration to 1 hour Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 5.95 Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 450 kilograms/min (averaged over a minute or grams/min (averaged over a minute or more) more) Total Amount Released: 338 kilograms Total Amount Released: 25.6 kilograms
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N-Butyl Alcohol Worst Case (3000 Lit): N-Butyl Alcohol MCA (200 Lit):
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N-Butyl Alcohol Wrost Case (3000 Liter) & MCA (200 Liter): Toxic Vapour Dispersion: Note: Threat zone was not drawn because effects of near-field patchiness make dispersion predictions less reliable for short distances.
N-Butyl Alcohol Worst Case (3000 Lit) & MCA (200 Lit): Flammable Area of Vapour Cloud: Note: Threat zone was not drawn because effects of near-field patchiness make dispersion predictions less reliable for short distances.
7.3.1.6 DO’S & DON’TS FOR SAFETY MANAGEMENT Do’s Always remember the three 'A's of acid handling - Always Add Acid to water or base slowly. Do remember the following : o Acid handling requires the use of latex gloves. o Solvent and chemicals in miscellaneous category require the use of polythene gloves o Check the gloves for any pin-holes prior to use. o Wash your hands before eating, even if gloves were used while handling the chemical. Always treat any liquid in chemical area as acid because few acids like HF may look and feel like water. All spills and leakage should be cleaned up immediately.
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Safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, Eye wash basin and safety showers shall be kept clean and readily accessible. Required safety equipment like plastic sleeves, aprons, rubbers, boots, safety glasses, fume hoods, fume shields etc. shall be used even while handling small quantities or hazardous chemicals. Demarcate separate areas for storing acids, base, solvents, wet chemicals, dry chemicals etc. Working alone shall be avoided when handling dangerous chemicals. Before draining any chemical in the central drain, ensure the compatibility of the chemical with the material of which the drain is made of and other chemicals normally flowing through that drain. Always rinse empty bottles of chemicals before disposing them of in the well-designated areas. Don’ts Do not mix acids with solvents or flammables. A violent reaction may occur pour solvents down the sink. Do not drain. Do not dip your hand into a chemical even when wearing gloves. Do not inter-change the caps/lid. Put the same cap/lid back on the making sure that it is tight. Do not store chemicals near heat source. Do not store chemical containers (empty or full) at a height more than three feet above floor level. Do not store acids and solvents together. Do not wait to see whether the chemical you spill over you gives burn or not. Rinse the affected areas for 15-20 minutes and then report to a doctor. Also alert others so that they can help you in rinsing the chemical off you and in cleaning up the spill. Do not take hazardous chemicals if you are under the influence of Alcohol/drug etc. or are feeling sleepy. Don't come in direct contact with hazardous chemicals while in use/working.
Table 7.6: List of Chemicals wise Antidotes & Emergency Action
Sr. Name of Antidotes/Emergency Action No. Chemicals 1. Melamine EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment. INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal
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to that advised under Protective Clothing. INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. OTHER: Since this chemical is a known or suspected carcinogen you should contact a physician for advice regarding the possible long term health effects and potential recommendation for medical monitoring. Recommendations from the physician will depend upon the specific compound, its chemical, physical and toxicity properties, the exposure level, length of exposure, and the route of exposure. 2. Urea EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment. INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing. INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. 3. Caustic Lye Inhalation: Remove the victim from exposure. Support respiration, give oxygen, if necessary. Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15
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minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated clothing in a manner which limits further exposure. Eyes: Get medical aid. Do not allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. Extensive irrigation is required (at least 30 minutes). Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. 4. Formic Acid EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment after washing the affected areas. INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing. INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Corrosive chemicals will destroy the membranes of the mouth, throat, and esophagus and, in addition, have a high risk of being aspirated into the victim's lungs during vomiting which increases the medical problems. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Transport the victim IMMEDIATELY to a hospital. 5. Formaldehyde Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water. A physician should examine the area if irritation or pain persists. Eyes: Medical facility: irrigate with sterile 0.9% Saline for at least an hour or until the cul-desacs are free of particulate matter and returned to neutrality (confirm with ph paper).
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Ingestion: Dilution: following ingestion and/or prior to gastric evacuation, immediately dilute with 4 to 8 ounces (120 to 240 ml) of milk or water (not to exceed 15 ml/kg in a child). 6. Sodium Skin: Skin decontamination. Flush the chemical from eyes with copious Pentachlorophenat amounts of clean water. Perform skin decontamination e Cardiopulmonary monitoring. In severe poisonings, monitor pulmonary status carefully to insure adequate gas exchange, and monitor cardiac status by ECG to detect arrhythmias. The toxicant itself and severe electrolyte disturbances may predispose to arrhythmias and myocardial weakness. 7. Diethylene glycol EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment. INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. 8. Ammonia Inhalation Exposure: 1. Move victims to fresh air. Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to ammonia. 2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support. 3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures. 4. Transport to a health care facility. Dermal/Eye Exposure: 1. Remove victims from exposure. Emergency personnel should avoid self- exposure to ammonia. 2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.Warning: Do not attempt to neutralize with an acid wash; excessive
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liberation of heat may result. 3. If eye exposure has occurred, eyes must IMMEDIATELY be flushed with lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes. 4. Remove contaminated clothing as soon as possible. 5. Wash exposed skin areas THOROUGHLY with soap and water. 6. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures. 7. Transport to a health care facility. Ingestion Exposure: 1. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support. 2. DO NOT induce vomiting or attempt to neutralize! 3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures. 4. Activated charcoal does not strongly bind ammonia, and therefore is of little or no value. 5. Give the victims water or milk: children up to 1 year old, 125 mL (4 oz or 1/2 cup); children 1 to 12 years old, 200 mL (6 oz or 3/4 cup); adults, 250 mL (8 oz or 1 cup). Water or milk should be given only if victims are conscious and alert. 6. Transport to a health care facility. 9. Parafifin Wax Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention. Skin Contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Obtain medical attention. Inhalation: Remove from exposure, lie down. Move to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Obtain medical attention. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Drink plenty of water. Get medical attention. If possible drink milk afterwards. 10. N-butyl Alcohol Eye: If this chemical contact the eyes, immediately wash the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately. Contact lenses should not be worn when working with this chemical. Skin: If this chemical contacts the skin, flush the contaminated skin with water promptly. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water promptly. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention. Breathing: If a person breathes large amounts of this chemical, move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform mouth- to-mouth resuscitation. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get medical attention as soon as possible. Swallow: If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
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In addition to the above detailed chemical specific safety plan (entitled Emergency Responses Guide) has been prepared by the company and made available to all concerned department/Area of the company.
7.3.2 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
7.3.2.1 INTRODUCTION A disaster is a catastrophic situation in which suddenly, people are plunged into helplessness and suffering and, as a result, need protection, clothing, shelter, medical and social care and other necessities of life. Disasters can be divided into two main groups: (a) Man Made Disasters Malafide intentions such as sabotage, riots, industrial unrest, air attack etc. resulting into industrial accidents, factory fires, explosions and escape of toxic gases or chemical substances, river pollution, other structural collapses, air, sea, rail and road transport accidents, aircraft crashes, collisions of vehicles carrying inflammable liquids, oil spills at sea etc. will required State/National level resources to combat it. (b) Natural Calamities Disasters resulting from natural phenomena like earthquakes, volcanic eruption, storm, surges, cyclones, tropical storms, floods, landslides, forest fires and massive insect infestation. Also in this group, violent draught which will cause a creeping disaster leading to famine, disease and death must be included. These types of disasters are not under the purview of this plan. Any kind of disaster can result in emergency situation in plant area. Depending on the type & place of the emergency, it can be classified in two categories: (a) On Site Emergency Emergency due to conditions (uncontrolled reaction, small fire, small gas leak, spill, failure of power, water, air, steam, cooling media, scrubbing media etc.) and which can be locally handled by plant personnel alone (without outside help) is not considered as major emergency. Line of actions to tackle such emergencies should be as per the onsite plan. (b) Off Site Emergency A major emergency occurring at work is one that may affect several departments within and / or may cause serious injuries, loss of life, extensive damage to property or serious disruption outside the works. It will require the use of outside resources to handle it effectively. Usually the result of a malfunction or the normal operating procedures, it may also be precipitated by the intervention of an outside agency or natural calamity such as a severe storm, flooding, crashed aircraft or deliberate acts of person or sabotage.
7.3.2.2 MAJOR ON–SITE EMERGENCY The identification of maximum onsite credible accidents due to Toxic and flammable material may arise from: (1) A slow intermittent release through a leaking relief valve. (2) A fire or mechanical damage is threatened on installation containing toxic and flammable material, over pressurization or plant failure. (3) Due to spillage of toxic chemicals. (4) A major accident may occur due to sudden release of large quantity of toxic and flammable substances, as it would form large toxic cloud or vapor cloud. Although the probability of such an event occurring is extremely low.
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7.3.2.3 TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY FOR HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS The rapid growth of industries in India has boosted the transportation of hazardous chemical by road. This has in turn given birth to transportation emergency. When the carriers of the hazardous substances gets involved in accident it leads to disastrous consequences, maybe due to fire, explosion or toxic spillage resulting in damage of property, environment pollution and sometimes even loss of human life on both the sides of the transportation route. For handling and minimizing such emergency following survey is undertaken. The routes of transportation by road for hazardous chemicals are identified and restricted, so that the least populated area is affected during emergency. Population survey on both sides of the proposed transportation routes up to 500mm is undertaken so that the approximate number of people likely to be affected can be identified beforehand. Accordingly necessary evacuation and medical preparedness can be planned during the time of emergency. 7.3.2.4 FACTORS TO BE CONSIDERED DURING EVACUATION REQUIRED DUE TO CHEMICAL HAZARDS SPILLAGE (i) The Dangerous Goods Degree of health hazard Amount involved. Containment /control of release. Rate of vapor movement. (ii) The Population Threatened Location Number of people Time to evacuate or protect in place Ability to control evacuation or protection in place Building types and availability Special institutions or populations e.g. nursing homes, hospitals, etc. (iii) Weather conditions Effect on vapor and cloud movement Potential for change Effect on evacuation or protection in-place. 7.3.2.5 ON SITE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN This emergency management plan specially deals with “On-site emergency” i.e. with respect to accidents that may take place in the industry and their effects are confined to the factory premises, involving only the people working in the factory. A) Fire – Emergency Control Management Any person who notices fire will immediately inform through phone or massager to: - Main gate - Concerned supervisor/shift in charge - HOD (Security and firefighting) Concerned supervisor will switch off electricity near the place of fire. Use suitable firefighting equipment placed at various locations. Fire extinguishers will be provided in all area; information of the fire extinguishers will be shown on plant layout drawing and provided to
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all department & concern personal. Following are the details of the fire extinguishers provided with in premises. Use fire hydrant provided in the plant properly as per suitability under guidance & supervision of site in charge. Following are the details of the fire hydrant points with Hose Box provided within premises. Main gate will send ambulance to the accident site and inform Chief Medical Officer. Security and firefighting personnel will rush to the site along with necessary equipment and cordon off the area. They will not allow unauthorized persons to enter in the area of fire. Security and firefighting personnel and other personnel will start using suitable firefighting equipment to extinguish fire. HOD Utility will ensure smooth supply of water. HOD will arrange to remove any stored material that is likely to come in contact with fire and may catch fire. HOD will arrange to dispose burnt material as waste as per waste disposal of that department and take appropriate action for mitigation of environmental impacts.
Table 7.7: List of Safety & Emergency Facilities Sr.no. Particular of Equipment Requirement
1 DCP powder (50% of fire extinguishers ) 50 2 CO2 Cartridges ( 50% of fire extinguishers ) 40 3 Sand scoops 3 4 Safety helmets 50 5 First aid box with anti-snake serum& Antidotes 4 6 Rubber hand gloves 50 7 Explosive meter - 8 Pressure type self-contained breathing apparatus with spare cylinder (30 - minutes) 9 Safety Shower 5 10 Safety Goggles 50 11 Mention if any other -
Table 7.8: Location of fire hydrant point with hose box Sr. Nos. Of Hydrant point with hose Area / Plant No. box 1 Plant Areas 02 2 R.M. Storage and Tank area 01 3 Administrative Building 01
Table 7.9: List of Fire Extinguisher Sr. No. Area Type of Extinguisher Nos Capacity 1 Laboratory DCP 2 2 Kgs 2 R.M. Storage &Tank Area DCP 3 5 Kgs 3 Finish Goods Area DCP 2 5Kgs 4 Office DCP 2 5Kgs 5 Security Office DCP 2 5Kgs 6 Spare DCP 03 6 Kgs
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B) Emergency Control Procedure for Hazardous Chemicals In case of any major incident in chemical storage &/or transfer/handling system, immediately inform through phone or messenger to: Main gate Production officer Security in-charge & Fire fighter Main gate will inform ambulance to send at the accident site and inform to Medical Officer. Security and firefighting personnel will rush to the site along with necessary equipment and cordon off the area. They will not allow unauthorized persons too near to the accident site. The emergency management team will follow the methods established in line with the guidelines of “Chemical Emergency Response Guide” as prepared separately for all chemicals. If any person is injured or affected in incident, provide first aid or shift him to dispensary, if required. If there is fire following leak/spill, follow procedure for mitigation of fire. If there is spillage of hazardous chemical following fire &/or dispersion, fire fighter arrange to collect the material, clean the area and dispose it accordingly after treatment as per the methods established in line with the guidelines of “Chemical Emergency Response Guide” as prepared separately for all chemicals. Production officer will arrange to transfer spilled material and take appropriate action for mitigation of environmental Impacts as per the waste disposal plan and regulatory guidelines. C) Control Room The security office, at main gate, will be the control room that is manned 24 hours. The control room will be headed by Manager- Security, assisted by maintenance in-charge and Safety Officer. The following facilities are available in the control room: Layout of the plant Emergency Contact List Maximum number of people working at a time and assembly points Population around the plant Internal and external telephones with telephone directory Public address system Torch lights List of dispensaries and registered medical practitioners around the plant Area map of surrounding villages Nominal roll of employees Note pads and pencils to record message received and instruction to be passed through runners The methods established in line with the guidelines of “Chemical Emergency Response Guide” “Chemical Emergency Response Guide” A copy of Emergency Plan List of emergency control committee, emergency crew, medical staff, transportation staff, and security and firefighting staff First aid box, jiggery, and peppermint Sitting arrangement D) Emergency Contact List
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During emergency, any person facing incident or any person aware of incident or any person seeking information for emergency contact details will use the following list. Table 7.10: Emergency responsibilities personals: S. Name / Designation Contact Nos. No. 1 Mr. Dayalal M. Jakasaniya Direct Line 9727798396 (Director) Intercom - Home - Mobile 9727798396 2 Mr. Darshan Jakasaniya Direct Line - (Unit Head) Intercom - Home - Mobile 9727798397 3 Mr. Miral Moteriya Direct Line - (Incharge-Maintenance) Intercom - Home - Mobile 9925841807 4 Mr. Pryag Kundariya Direct Line - (EHS-Officer cum safety) Intercom - Home - Mobile 9904287878 5 Mr. Darshan Jakasaniya Direct Line - (Manager – Production) Intercom - Home - Mobile 9727798396 6 Mr. Mayank Aghera Direct Line - (EXECUTIVE- Adm./HR) Intercom - Home - Mobile 9712012300 7 Mr. Deep Jakasaniya Direct Line - (Head Laboratory) Intercom - Home - Mobile 9978390206 8 Mr. Nirav Patel Direct Line - (In – Charge, Godown) Intercom - Home - Mobile 9727399111 9 Local Crisis Control Room, Morbi 0281-22477006 10 Fire Services, 02822-230-050 Common Fire Service Contact, Hot Dial 101 11 Police Stations/control room: 02822-230199, 225333 Police Control Room, Hot Dial 100 13 Collector Office Mamlatdar, Morbi +91 2822 242418 Mamlatdar, Disaster, Morbi +91 2822 243300 12 GPCB - Morbi 02822 228 001 13 GSPC Local Emergency Contact +91-7046070555 14 Primary Health Centre, Morbi 02822 221 450 15 Shyam Hospital, Morbi 02822234577
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S. Name / Designation Contact Nos. No. 16 CHC And Government RefferalHospital, GH-Morbi 9429485741 17 Ambulance & Emergency, Hot Dial 108 18 Blood Bank (Shiv blood bank) 02822292577
F) Assembling Point During emergency, one emergency assembling point is provided near main gate area. Main gate will be the assembly points depending upon the wind direction and location of the person with respect to incident area. The person will move opposite to wind direction (facing direction from which wind is blowing) and away from the source of chemical leakage. When possible and space is available, person will move into left & right direction of the wind direction and finally will reach to the assembly point. Wind direction may be known by seeing direction of windsocks located at different points in the company and direction of stack smoke.
Name of five neighbor industries: 1. Sonica Ceramic 2. Sunsilk Ceramic Pvt. Ltd. 3. Sun Ceramic 4. Captiva Ceramic Industries 5. Uday Industris G) Warning Signal In case of emergency, people will be informed by raising siren. Manager Security/Manager P&A are authorized to raise siren. Siren will be blown intermittently for 5 minutes and will be treated as declaration of major emergency. Siren will be located at turbine house of power block.
H) Emergency Ending The emergency will be declared ended when the source of gas emission has been effectively isolated and gas clouds dispersed. This will be done by on – site incident controller. Siren will be blown intermittently for 2 minutes to declare emergency end.
I) Emergency Control Committee (ECC) The emergency control committee will comprise of the following members. Managing Director/Units Head - Main Controller Units Head – On-site Incident Controller(Leader) Plant In-Charge – Dy. On-site Incident (Jn. Leader) Manager (EHS)- On-Site Instructor Maintenance In charge Firefighter In-charge (RM Storage) Safety Officer Medical Associate J) Responsibilities of Persons Involved A. Works Main Controller Either or Both of Managing Director & Unit Head will be works main controller. He/they will take
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care of on – site emergency plan. As soon as he/they is/are informed of emergency, he / they will: Assume responsibilities for overall main control. Ensure that members mentioned called in. Maintain a speculative continuous review of possible development and assess these to determine most probable cause of events. Arrange to maintain chronological record of emergency. Issue authorized statements to news media and inform head office. Inform outside emergency services including fire, police, hospitals, District Magistrate. B. On-Site Incident Controller & Dy. On-Site Incident Controller Either of General Manager or Manager Production will the on –site incident controller. When General Manager is assigned duty of On-site Incident Controller the Manager Production will be acting as Dy. On-site Incident controller to as per direction of General Manager. In other case, when General Manager is not available, Dy. On-Site Incident controller will act as On-site Incident Controller. As soon as he/they is/are informed of emergency he/they will proceed to the site. On arrival he/they will: Assess the scale of emergency and decide if a major emergency exists or likely to exist and declare it Direct all operation for controlling and stopping chemical leakage with the following priorities: - Secure safety of personnel - Minimum damage to plant and machinery Direct rescue operation Ensure that affected area is searched for causalities Ensure that all non-essential workers in affected area leave the place (direct them to go to the assembly point as per wind direction) Report developments to works main controller Keep record to preserve evidences to facilitate any subsequent enquiry C. Communication and Advisory Team This team will consist of manager/head of various departments of the company. D. Emergency Security Controller He will be the senior most security person located at main gate office. He will take care of security of the plant and also guide outside government agencies. E. Medical Officer Medical officer will be a doctor / trained compounder at occupational health center / dispensary of plant / first aid center. F. Worker Workers /employee of A/B/C shift having duty in following area/department will not leave their place of work without instruction by On-site Incident Controller &/or Dy. On-site Incident Controller &/or HOD of respective area/department: - Boiler operation - Tank Farm Area - Water supply - Electrical Dept. - Logistic/transportation
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Persons of any department instructed specifically not to leave the plant by shift in-charge/ shift supervisor Shift workers will see that leakage in any tank is contained and eliminated under guidance of their supervisor/shift in-charge Shift workers are strictly subjected to follow the manual of Chemicals while working in the area having hazardous chemicals. All workers will work with hazardous chemicals only under guidance /supervision of their supervisor / shift in-charge Shift workers (Water Supply) will ensure water supply to colony and plant. In no case water supply to the colony will be cut off. Shift workers (Electrical) will ensure power to water supply, colony, and plant. In no case power is to be switched off. They will also ensure cut-off of power in the area where power supply required to be stopped. Boiler attendants and operators will ensure that their plants are stopped in orderly manner without any damage. In-charge of transportation will ensure that their vehicles are parked in proper area to avoid blockage on road and all vehicles are in ready condition for evacuation operations in case of evacuation is required. Other shift workers specifically instructed not to leave the plant, will perform the following function: - Act as extra first aiders to deal with casualties - Transport equipment, if any, to the incident - Remove vehicles away from the risk areas - Act as runners in case of communication difficulties - Any other work directed by senior person present at that location All other workers, except those mentioned above, will leave their work place after stopping their plant properly to avoid damage. After completing the above-mentioned/assigned works, all workers will leave their place immediately.
G. Communication System Following communication system will be followed: Control room and place of incidence: Telephone/Mobile/Messenger/Internal Network/Internet Between two control teams: Telephone/Messenger/Walky-talky/Mobile/Internal Network For general communication is all area: Mike/Speaker equipped with microphone further, public address system is provided at control room. H. Safety Appliances All safety appliances as required to combat the emergency as suggested in “Chemical Safety plan” will be made available in plant. All plant area will have suitable safety equipment like; fire extinguisher, self-contained breather, mask, goggles, safety suit, hydrant etc. as required. I. Check – Up Schedule For handling of hazardous materials, standard procedures shall be followed. Further, regular check- up shall be done to ensure safety. Guidelines for such check-up are given below:
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Table 7.11: Details of Inspection Schedule Particular Frequency Responsibility Leakage in Hazardous Chemicals Tanks Daily Manager (Production)
Temperature, Pressure & Groundings Daily Manager (Production) Storage & handling of materials as per Daily Manager (Production & EHS) standard procedure Pump, Motors & Valves for operation Weekly Manager (Maintenance) Availability & Conditions and use of Weekly Manager (EHS&/or HR) Safety appliances First aid box, peppermint, antidotes, Weekly Manager (Production&/or HR) vaccines and medicines Fitting and fixtures Monthly Manager (Maintenance) Recalibration of pressure gauge & flow Monthly HOD (Instrumentation) meters Siren Daily HOD (Electrical) Mock drill for Chemical leakage & Fire Half yearly Manager (Production) Medical check – up Half yearly Manager (HR/P&A) Testing of hoist, ropes, and sling Yearly Manager (Maintenance) Pipeline and fitting replacement Once in 4 yrs. Manager (Maintenance) J. Training To educate employees, their families, and inhabitants in surrounding villages regarding precautions to be adopted and information system in case of hazardous chemical leak and also to train a group of employees in methods and procedures to prevent and/or to contain such leak is highly essential and is provided as under: Training and holding regular mock drills in dealing with hazardous chemical leak to employees working in hazardous chemical handling area, production plant & other areas. Training and holding mock drill in dealing with hazardous chemical leak and familiarization with terrain to fire and security staff. General safety instructions to protect individual from effects of chemicals are also propagated through safety exhibitions. Further, these instructions are displayed and distributed in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. K. Medical Facility The company shall have occupational health center/ dispensary for medical treatment. A full time/contracted MBBS, MD doctor shall be in charge of the center. Further, many hospitals are located nearby area / villages. To provide first aid to the affected person first aid box will be provided in the company. First aid box will be regularly checked. L. Mutual Aid While necessary facilities shall be made available and shall be updated from time to time, sometimes, it may be necessary to seek external assistance; it may be from the neighboring factories or from the State Government as the case may be. Upon inception of operation of the company following company of morbi will be contacted to establish the mutual facilities for emergency management. Sun Ceramic
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Sun Silk Ceramic Pvt. Ltd. M. Mock Drill In spite of detailed training, it may be necessary to try out whether, the Onsite Emergency Plan work out and will there be any difficulties in execution of such plan. In order to evaluate the plan and see whether the plan meets the objectives of the Onsite Emergency Plan, occasional mock drills are contemplated. Before undertaking the drill, it would be very much necessary to give adequate training to all staff members and also information about possible mock drill. After few pre-informed mock drills, few UN-informed mock drills would be taken. All this is to familiarize the employees with the concept and procedures and to see their response. These scheduled and unscheduled mock drills would be conducted during shift change, public holidays, in night shift etc. To improve preparedness once in 6 months and performance is evaluated. 7.3.2.6 OFF – SITE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN The off-site emergency plan prepared herein will deal with those incidents, identified in the on-site plan, which have the potential to affect adversely the persons or the environment outside the boundary of the premises. Whenever such an emergency occurs, there is a great need to control and isolate the danger, and to minimize the adverse effect to the greatest extent possible. This plan has been drawn up with a view to mobilize resources and integrate with State Contingency Plan for an effective system of command and control in combating the emergency. The off-site plan is the tool for co-ordination of existing services and their readiness, as far as possible, for the hazards and problems, which may arise in an incident. The information for the off-site emergency plan such as site Data, Toxic Cloud Dispersion distances, Role of Factory Management, External Support Services, Transportation Emergencies etc. is furnished. Thus in brief the two main purposes of the off-site emergency plan are: To provide the local/district authorities, Police, Fire Brigade, Doctors, surrounding industries and public, the basic information of risk assessment and to appraise them of the consequences and the protection/prevention measures and control plans and to seek their help to communicate with the public in case of a major emergency. To assist the State Authorities (GSDMA, Collectors etc.) for preparing the off-site emergency (Contingent) plan for the district or particular area and to organize rehearsal from time to and initiate corrective actions based on the lessons learnt. A. Central Control Room (CCR) The central control room is the place under the control of chairman of local crisis plan (LCP) committee, where the operations to handle the emergency are directed and co-ordinated. It is the Centre of Resources Mobilisation, Information & Media Communication. B. Fire & Rescue Wing The control of fire is normally the role of the fire commandant, till the controller of team of local disaster management authority come on site. He may also have a similar role for other type of incident like explosions, toxic release and collapse of structure where rescue work is to be carried out in scientific and systematic way. He has to ensure mobilization of all the fire services, and other requirements to achieve the target. He will liaise with other coordinator and feed the information regarding incident to the scene of fire or to the site. PHASE 1: During Normal Circumstances Fire & Rescue Wing Should Carry Out and Get Prepared During Normal Period 1. Identify hazard potential areas.
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2. Knowledge of approach roads & escape routes. 3. Provision adequate water supply and knowledge of other sources of water supply. 4. Arrangement of adequate type of firefighting equipment. 5. Provision of well-trained manpower. 6. Arrangement for pulling out manpower and resources from various units, without loss of time. 7. Provisions of required quantity of fire extinguishing chemicals & their easy procurements, also with mutual aid system. 8. Proper & efficient communication system, preferably wireless, on single channel. 9. Adequacy of specialized rescue team, with specific equipment. 10. Maintaining the standard firefighting equipment and store in working condition to meet call at any time. 11. Operational uniformity- fire response plan. 12. Knowledge of chemicals and their properties and types of fire extinguishing media to be sued. 13. To arrange the training for fire crews and rescue team for evacuating purpose. 14. Incident involving chemical emergency/ toxic gas release, situation shall be handled by wearing self- contained breathing apparatus, along with protective clothing. 15. Fire commander shall keep ready a special jacket, to wear during emergency for identification. Proper co-ordination is required with police for the quick movement of fire fighting vehicles. 16. To know about the arrangement to keep open railway level crossing for quick movement of fire fighting vehicles I required with railway authority. PHASE 2: During Emergency 1. For identification of fire-commander shall wear a special jackets or identification. 2. Immediately after receiving the message from Local Control Room (LCR), the Fire Commandant shall activate/mobilize the crew to order from nearby Fire Station & rush to the site under intimation to LCR. 3. The fire commandant, before ordering, will ensure the type of fire-extinguishing media required and approximate quality on getting information about the scene of fire or the units. 4. At the site of incident, the Fife Commandant will thoroughly observe and inspect and survey the site for the use of fire media, and will start functioning accordingly, till the emergency is controlled in all respect, with constant touch with LCR, giving the details and adopted controlling procedures. 5. Fire commandant will act as Incident controller at site. All the agencies shall report to him at site. 6. Further, in case of more help required, he will report to LCR accordingly with specific and clear instructions for such help. 7. For the suspect trapped personnel, in case of toxic gas leakage and major fire, rescue operation will be carried out as instructed by LCR on the advice of experts using necessary respiratory protection system. PHASE 3: After Emergency 1. Incident controller will give the details about the incident to LCR also, for further actions, if required. 2. After “ALL OK SIREN” the necessary precautionary measures will be put in practice. 3. Work of removal of debris, removal of trapped persons or removal of dead bodies or other work as per scenarios & instructions will be carried out. 4. Incident Controller will assess the total damage and will give clear report about the scene to the chairman of LCG. 5. Incident controller will assess the adequacy of the work carried out and lacuna in the actions and find out the improvement to be required. C. Warning, Evacuation & Traffic Control Wing
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Role: Formal duties of the Police Authority during emergency include protecting life and property and controlling traffic movement. Further, police have to control and evacuate unnecessary public, to cordon off area of incident and ensure free movement of vehicles involved in relief operations. Functions: 1. Control and regulations of traffic within the area of incident. 2. Assist the fire-fighting wing by cordoning off the affected area and help the fire-fighting wing by supplementing fire-fighting personnel to the extent possible. 3. Assist the medical & evacuation personnel to work without any hindrance and help the medical department in evacuating casualties. 4. Prevent unauthorized entry into the affected area. 5. To control general law & order situation. During Normal Circumstances: 1. To develop control point and communication system. 2. To plan clear chain of command and control for controlling traffic at accident site. 3. To decide assembly point, shelter points etc. keeping in view the wind direction. 4. To arrange necessary equipment for warning the population. 5. To prepare procedure to regular traffic and diversion of traffic on approach road to accident prone industrial pockets. 6. To keep co-operation with all emergency services and Control Room. 7. To arrange training for police staff. 8. To gain knowledge of risk hazards and identify accident-prone areas. 9. To decide strategy to pull out resources. 10. To issue passes to persons expected on duty, transport services and others. 11. To communicate about transfer of officer, charge in address with telephone number to the LCG for updating the information. 12. To decide procedure to maintain records. 13. To lay down the scheme of wireless network for smooth flow of information to various agencies for containing the emergency. During Emergency: 1. On getting information about the emergency, from incident place or from the chairman of LCG and DySP, start functioning of control room at the incident place. 2. Arrangement should be made to maintain law and order in strict manner at the incident place and nearby. 3. Arrangement to control unwanted traffic and to divert unwanted traffic via safe route. 4. To post senior police officers near the mishap site. 5. Immediate and continuous announcement to make awareness about emergency among surrounding population. 6. Cordon the area so that area will not be crowded or blocked by unwanted people. 7. To keep the road clear and to see smooth flow of traffic. 8. To work in consultation with CCR and report the details of real position of each place. 9. To keep and carry out evacuation and remove trapped persons. Moreover, to ensure protection of property in evacuated areas. 10. To divert the person to first air post, casualty receptions center and base hospital according to the situation.
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11. To ensure that there is no interruption in the performance of tasks allotted to other emergency services. 12. Communicate the surrounding public instructing them to leave the area and move to the shelters and other safe place as decided, in case of release of toxic gas, the clear instruction should be communicated by wireless set/walkie-talkie through mobile vehicles, who should also wear the protective equipment like self -breathing apparatus. After Emergency: 1. The evacuated areas (industrial and residential) should be securely protected till the rehabilitation is completed. 2. The place of incident should be preserved from evidence and theft point of view. 3. After getting clearance from LCR, traffic should be resorted in the control way. The report of activities carried out during and after the emergency should be submitted to the Chairman of LCG. D. Actions For Emergencies Involving Road Tankers Carrying Hazardous Chemicals In recent years, India has witnessed rapid growth in transportation of hazardous chemicals by road. Major road accidents have clearly demonstrated that hazardous chemical carries, when involved in accidents, can cause disastrous consequences like fire, explosion & spillage resulting in loss of life and property besides environmental pollution. Such accidents demand immediate availability of essential information to take appropriate counter measures. The products of chemical industry vary enormously in their types, property and degree of hazard, ranging from explosives to plaster board. These are transported as solids, liquids in a wide range of temperatures and pressures. Realizing the dangers, the new Motor vehicles Act 1988 has been introduced in India by imposing permit conditions for vehicles carrying hazardous substances. Under this new act, every motor vehicle carrying hazardous substances should comply with certain regulations. (i) Role of Transport Crew 1. Motor vehicle carrying hazardous substance should have the emergency information panel which provides details in the event of emergency. It indicates the correct technical name of the substance being transported; it’s UN – Number, Hazchem Code and UN Hazard class label. The panel also provides for contact telephone number in an emergency, as also specialist advice. 2. The driver of the vehicles should possess related Tremcard from the respective suppliers and to be kept on the vehicles. 3. To maintain the vehicles, accessories, protective clothing and other equipment in good conditions 4. In case of mishap, the driver should be reported, immediately, to the nearest police station. 5. At the time of mishap, the helper/ cleaner/ driver who-so-ever remain present should handover ‘Tremcard’ or written information about the contained chemicals to the emergency services. (ii) Role of CCR On the receipt of an incident/mishap report, the Central Control Room will ensure that the emergency services have been summoned through Fire Officer of the company, till the fire controller of LCG comes at site and will obtain the specialist advice & inform the expert to remain on telephone, if any assistance is needed. A manufacturer’s/ trader’s/ supplier’s specialist advice should normally be sought if deemed necessary after the situation has been assessed by the Emergency Services. This procedure may, however, be varied according to the situation and advice by experts. (iii) Methodology Policy based on the knowledge of immediate danger area does the action for initial cordoning.
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(iv) Evacuation 1. Determination the extent of evacuation required in consultation with the emergency commander. 2. Residents should be advised to travel slowly and cautiously and not to burden themselves with unnecessary baggage. 3. Ensure that buses/trucks/vehicles are properly lined up at various picks up points. Responsible officer should be posted at these points to supervise loading and dispatch of buses/vehicles. 4. Ensure that drivers of buses/vehicles/trucks are given clear instruction about route and their destination. 5. Make proper security arrangement to look after houses and property in their absence, in other words, chances of theft etc. should be minimized during the period when the residents are away. 6. Get in touch with Div. Manager (Railway) & / or Local State Transport Manager to arrange the evacuation by railway or bus if required. 7. Ensure that battery/diesel operated floodlights are ready to be made functional in case there should be need for the same. 8. Decide in consultation with emergency commander for return of residents. Register should be maintained giving evacuation and other details with time. If evacuation is required, it is carried out as guided in the “Chemical Emergency Response Guidelines” table of isolation and protective action distances. Before Evacuation the following factors are also to be considered. The Dangerous Goods Degree of health hazard Amount involved Containment /control of release Rate of vapor movement The Population Threatened Location Number of people Time to evacuate or protect in place Ability to control evacuation or protection in place Building types and availability Special institutions or populations e.g. nursing homes, hospitals, etc. Weather conditions Effect on vapor and cloud movement Potential for change Effect on evacuation or protection in-place.
7.4. SOCIAL STUDY AND R&R ACTION PLAN
As mentioned in earlier section & chapters, the proposed project is to setup in the available land in existing unit. Hence, issue of displacement of any population or diversion of any agricultural or forest land is not arising for the proposed project. Therefore, no further social study for R&R plan has been conducted as no R&R actions are required.
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CHAPTER: 08 PROJECT BENIFITS
8.1. IMPROVEMENT IN INFRASTRUCTURES
The proposed project is an expansion of existing unit for capacity expansion with backward integration and for meeting the captive requirements of resins for manufacturing of particles boards. As mentioned in earlier chapters, the project does not require any additional infrastructure and the site is well connected so no major benefits in terms of direct improvement in infrastructure is anticipated. However, indirect improvement in public infrastructure may occur due to the CSR activities of the proponent.
8.2. EMPLOYMENT POTENTIAL
Infrastructure will get improved as well as enhancement of the employment opportunity for both skilled and unskilled person from nearby area. Direct employment as well as indirect employment due to ancillary services will be given to the local people and thereby the socio-economic status of the local people will be improved. For operation of the proposed expansion project about 96 persons will be employed directly with priority to local people. Thus, the activities of proposed will require considerable manpower which will be beneficial to employment structure of local area as maximum recruitments will be done from local area. Further, the indirect employment via contractual works, transportation activities & local economic activities like food stall and other shops will also add in the employment potential of the proposed project. Thus the potential of employment will be considerably beneficial to the local people.
8.3. OTHER TANGIBLE & INTANGIBLE BENEFITS
As mentioned earlier sections, the proposed project is to setup for captive requirement of resin which is the prime raw materials of main product-particle boards. With the change in product & its end utility purpose the quality & type of resin may vary. The particle board manufacturing using resins from other producer or open market can greatly affect the quality & cost of production of the particle boards and to avoid such issue of quality & cost in-house production of the resin must be integrated with the particle board unit. Considering this, company has decided to enhance production of particle boards and so as an integrated plan for backward integration resins manufacturing capacity also requires to be increased accordingly. By doing so the unit will be self-reliant for its raw-material and thus it will help in reducing logistics and packing material requirements as well as improvement of product quality. The proposed project will greatly improve the quality of the particle boards, which will in turn promote the export of the products. The particle board products have good demand in foreign market and company is looking forward to explore the possibilities of export to many foreign countries. Up on successful achievement of export by company, the proposed project will result in benefit to the country in form of foreign revenue, duties etc.
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CHAPTER: 09 ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS
9.1. Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis
As per EIA Notification 2006, this Chapter of the ‘Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis’ is applicable only if it is recommended at the Scoping stage.
As per the ToRs awarded by MoEF&CC, New Delhi vide letter no. J-11011/284/2017 -IA II(I) Dtd. 25th Sep., 2017 for the proposed expansion project; the Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis is not applicable and hence has not been prepared.
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CHAPTER: 10
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 10.1. GENERAL M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. is well established company manufacturing of Particles Boards. It has established its name in the market by delivery quality products and appreciable services to its customers. As a result of its strategic development for delivery of high quality products, the company has grown significantly with increasing market values and demand of its products. The company has now realized necessity to develop in-house resins (bonding glues) production facilities to full fill the captive requirement of high and specific quality of the resins. Also, company has observed great demand of its products in India, which required increase the production of Particle Boards and so enough quantity of resin for captive consumption. It has also found necessary to develop the expansion project in the existing premises without any major additional construction works. The proposed project being a synthetic organic chemical manufacturing unit located outside of notified industrial area falls under category, 5(f) – “Synthetics Organic Chemicals”-“A”. In line with the provisions of SO 1533, company has conducted the EIA study through the NABET accredited consultant –Unistar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi with respect to the awarded TOR as described in earlier chapter. With due considerations of requirements cited by EIA team to prevent &/or control/minimize the probable impacts in line with the present EIA study, Environmental Management Plan for the proposed project with modification in the existing EMP of the proponent has been prepared as a part of the EIA report as per the requirement cited SO 1533. All the team members after the impacts assessment study have cited the necessary mitigation for the probable impacts after further study of details of the proposed project and necessary references for citing adequate & efficient EMP to eliminate / minimize or prevent the likely impacts of the proposed project. The detailed descriptions of the formulated EMP, as finalized by the FAEs under guidance of coordinator have been presented in the present chapter under subsequent section with respective heading. 10.1.1. Environmental Policy: M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. (SPBPL) is committed to leading the industry in minimizing the impact of its activities on the environment. The key points of its strategy to achieve this are: SPBPL will always comply with all relevant environmental legislations and prepare & implement the system to report any non-conformity, Violation & infringement. Hierarchical system to deal with environmental issues and ensuring compliance to the environmental clearance conditions and System of reporting of non-compliance/violation Environmental norms will be established by GPCPL. SPBPL will document SOP to bring into focus any deviation/violation of environmental norms/conditions. SPBPL will minimize waste by evaluating operations and ensuring they are as efficient as possible. SPBPL will minimize toxic emissions through the selection and use of its fleet and the source of its power requirement. SPBPL will measure its impact on the environment through regular environmental monitoring program and set targets for ongoing improvement. SPBPL will implement a training program for its staff to raise awareness of environmental issues and enlist their support in improving the Company's performance. 10.1.2. OBJECTIVE: Primary objectives of the this EMP are to provide an environmental management manual for use by management & staff involved in the operations of the proposed project of the company and to provide information to regulatory authorities regarding the environmental management practices that will be implemented throughout the life of the project. The EMP has following secondary objectives: To describe mitigation measures that will be applied during all the phases of the project;
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To identify the policies and principles that are to be put in to the place to ensure that the proposed mitigation measures are effectively implemented including managerial arrangement that will be applied in the event that the mitigation measures prove ineffective or unforeseen environmental impacts arise; To describe the environmental monitoring programs that will be implemented to verify and manage predicted effects, confirm performance of mitigation measures and improve environmental protection strategies of company To describe resources that will be made available to implement the recommendation of the EIA including staffing and training requirements To describe the arrangement that will be put in place for consultation & participation of interested &affected parties during project operations. 10.1.3. PURPOSE The present EMP provides and outline of the EMP, as well as brief description of the project and summary of the applicable regulations. The purpose of this document is to describe the structure of the EMP and to provide a guideline for completing it as the project progresses. Also, the purpose of this EMP is to provide necessary documented procedures for requirements cited for necessary legal/Statutory clearances/Consents/Licensing/Permission especially Environmental Clearance as per Environmental Protection Act & EIA Notification-SO 1533 (as amended time to time) and CC&A under Air & Water Acts (As amended time to time). The EMP is intended to be a working document during the tenures of various operations of the project and as such will require periodic review and update. 10.1.4. SCOPE The present EMP is prepared for only the impacts identified during the present EIA study and it does not cover EMP for the unforeseen impacts. It covers mainly aspects that are relevant for the major impacts causing activities of operation phase as identified in the earlier chapter-4. The present EMP covers the detailed EMP for operational phase. The EMP is a subordinate document to the present EIA report.The present EMP is valid for the one year of operation of the proposed project after that necessary review & updation in the present EMP will be required to address unforeseen impacts and non-conformities. 10.2. BUDGETARY PROVISION FOR EMS The company has made capital provision of Rs. 130 Lakhs in addition to the existing capital cost of Rs. 125 Lakhs for the environment management system. Company has also made provision of recurring cost of 10 Lakhs for EMS. The details of these budgetary provisions are presented below. Table No: 10.1: Budgetary Provision for EMS
Sr. Particulars Proposed No. Amount (In Lakhs) Capital Cost 1 Air Pollution Control & Noise pollution control 3.00 2 Water & Wastewater Management 0.25 3 Solid /Hazardous Waste Management 0.50 4 Greenbelt , soil, Ecological Conservation & Protection 0.25 5 Occupational Health & Safety 1.00 TOTAL 5.00 Recurring Cost 1 Water and Wastewater Management 1.00 2 Air Pollution and Noise Control 2.50 3 Solid/Hazardous Waste Management 1.00 4 Occupational Health & Safety 2.00 5 Greenbelt, soil & Ecological Conservation & Protection 2.00 6 ESR @5% of proposed capital for five year 0.30 7 Additional fund provision for EMS 2.00 TOTAL 10.00
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10.3. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT CELL The company has formulated the environment management cell with vision to improve the efficiency of EMC and to operate the planned EMP requirements as suggested in the present chapter, Environmental Management Cell has to be formed for efficient & easy operation of environment management system &operations thereof. The illustrative presentation of the suggestive EMC is presented below in Fig- 10.1. As indicated in organogram, the Managing Director of the company will lead the EMS as head of the Environmental Management Cell. Managing Director will be assisted by Plant In-charge for day to day activities of EMC. Plant In-charge will guide the subordinate staff members- Environment & safety Manager, Medical Officer & PRO/ Welfare officer for necessary action plan & activities of environmental management plan. PRO will look after the issues related with government offices, public and other stakeholders for necessary operation including statutory proceedings. Environment & safety will look after the technical operations including environmental monitoring and efficient operations & maintenance of pollution control equipment/machineries and safety related matters etc. The Lab in charge will look after the operations of in- house monitoring & analysis of environmental samples. Approved environmental laboratory/consultant will also be appointed for the operations related with third party environmental monitoring, environmental audit (as & when required) and other techno-legal environmental services. The Operators will look after the plant level operations including APCD Operation, Process and Utility operations to ensure that all instructions & action plans issued by superior authorities are efficiently followed & implemented to prevent environmental pollution & operational hazards. Primarily the Environment & safety manager will be responsible for all technical non-conformities of EMS and he/she is responsible to prepare necessary documents & report for day to day compliance to stipulated EC/ NOC/ CC&A Conditions as well as other statutory & voluntary requirements. All necessary standard operating procedures for technical matters of EMP will be prepared by Environment & Safety Manager whereas the standard operating procedures administrative operation will be prepared by PRO. The standard operating procedures will be prepared well before the inception of operation phase of the project and the Plant In-charge will check these SOPs. After necessary corrections, Plant In-charge will forward these SOP to the Managing Director for approval and approved SOP will be controlled by responsible personnel. The approved copy of these SOP will be issued to concerned personnel for day to day operations. Up on citation of any non-conformities/non-compliance in EMP and related operations, Environment & safety Manager/PRO will immediately report to the Plant In-charge with necessary report/document. The Plant In-charge then will call up a meeting on urgent basis and will issue an action plan to close the non- compliance/non-conformity. If the issue of non-conformities/non-compliance is cited to be serious or major, Plant In-charge will consult Managing Director of the company and according to the instruction of the Managing Director, further action plan will be issued by Plant In-charge to all members of EMC. The environment & safety manager /PRO by help of other personnel of EMC and company will start operation to resolve the issue of non-conformities/non-compliance and he/she will regularly update the Plant In-charge for the current status. Similarly Plant In-charge will give instruction to PRO for necessary actions required to be initiated at administrative level including necessary proceeding with other organization, govt. offices & public etc. All official declaration about the non-conformities will be made by the Managing Director. Such declaration can also be made by Plant In-charge after authorization by the Managing Director. Whenever required information or report of non-conformities will be submitted or issued to govt. offices or public by PRO in line with the necessary instructions given by Plant In-charge.
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Figure: 10.1: Environment& Safety Management Cell
Director
Plant In-charge
Environment Manager & Safety Manager
Environment Consultant, Operators Chemist and empanelled medical officer Helpers Helpers
Responsibility of ESMC Members Managing Director: Overall responsibility for environmental & safety performance of the Company as well as for EMP & safety Plan implementation Decision-maker on applicable policies & legal requirements to the Company Review reports of the Independent Environmental Monitoring Consultant Approves changes to the EMP& safety Plan, as necessary, as part of an adaptive approach to environmental & safety management of the Company Approval of financial budget for EMP & Safety Plan Ensures all resources including human resources, mechanical facilities, Plants & technologies etc. required for environment & safety are made available Responsible for working & communicating with stakeholders Plant In-charge: Develop an environmental unit, headed by the Manager Production to implement EMP & Safety Plan Check the EMP & Safety Plan Prepared by Environment & Safety Manager Management, implementation, monitoring and compliance of the EMP & Safety Plan and conditions of all legal clearances including compliance with applicable legislative act & rules etc. Supervision & performance monitoring of all staff, contractors and subcontractors Review of EMP & safety Plan performance and implementation of correction actions, or stop work procedures, in the event of breaches of EMP & safety Plan conditions, that may lead to serious impacts on local communities, or affect the reputation of the project Ensures all resources including human resources, mechanical facilities, Plants & technologies etc. required for environment & safety are made available Ensuring timely action for necessary maintenance of resources (like safety & emergency equipment, machineries, equipment, technologies, plant etc.) required for EMP & safety performance as part of an overall commitment to continuous improvement Checking of draft financial budget for EMP & Safety Plan and submitting final budget for EMP & Safety plan to Managing Director Ensure effective communication and dissemination of the content and requirements of the EMP & safety Plan to staff, contractors and subcontractors Assisting the Staff & contractor with implementation of EMP & safety Plan and sub-plans Monitoring of Environmental & safety performance Ensure safety at all stages of works with special emphasis on high hazard areas
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Report environmental & safety performance of the company directly to Managing Director& concern authorities Prepare environmental & safety reports summarizing project activities and representing the project at different meetings as required Ensuring effective community liaison and fulfilling commitments to facilitate public consultation throughout the project cycle Environment & Safety Manager Preparation and implementation of the Environmental Management Plan & Procedures Preparation and implementation of the Safety Plan & Procedures Preparation and implementation of the Environmental Monitoring Plan, Procedures & Schedule Supervision of staff & contractor performance of implementation of the Environment Management Plan & Safety Plan Reporting any incidents or non-compliance with the EMP & Safety to the Plant In-charge Ensuring adequate training and education of all staff & contractors involved in project operations Ensures all resources including human resources, mechanical facilities, Plants & technologies etc. required for environment & safety are functioning efficiently Ensure that all personnel and subcontractors are informed of the intent of the EMP and are made aware of the required measures for environmental compliance and performance Making recommendations to the Plant In-charge regarding EMP & safety performance as part of an overall commitment to continuous improvement Informing the Plant In-charge regarding necessary requirements &maintenance of resources (like safety & emergency equipment, machineries, equipment, technologies, plant etc.) required for EMP & safety performance Preparation of draft financial budget for EMP & Safety Plan Arrange human resources as directed by Plant In-charge for implementation of EMP & safety Plan Inform Plant In-charge about any issue of non-compliance and obstructed performance in EMP & safety observed in administrative actions Perform various tasks like Public relations, liaison and communications as directed by Plant In- charge. Assist other team members to prepare records and data as required for assessment of EMP & safety performance Chemist Implementation of the Environmental Monitoring Plan & schedule for various required monitoring works as directed by Environment & safety Manager Guiding concern authority for environmental compliance in line with the obtained environmental monitoring reports/results. Prepare and maintain records and all required reporting data for submission to the Environment & safety Manager During work, maintain safety at all stages of work with special emphasis on high hazard areas Informing the Environment & Safety Manager regarding requirement of resources (like chemicals, tools, equipment, instruments, machineries, etc.) required for EMP & safety performance Operator Implementation of the Environmental Management Plan & procedures for Plant Operations (APCD) as directed by Environment Manager Ensure that all personnel and subcontractors working under or with him/her are informed of the intent of the EMP and are made aware of the required measures for environmental compliance and performance Inform Environment Manager about any issue of non-compliance and obstructed performance in EMP
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Prepare and maintain records and all required reporting data for submission to the Environment Manager During work, maintain safety at all stages of work with special emphasis on high hazard areas Informing the Environment & Safety Manager regarding requirement of resources (like chemicals, tools, equipment, instruments, machineries, etc.) and requirement of necessary maintenance works required for EMP & safety performance. Helpers Implementation of the Environmental Management Plan & procedures for various operations/activities assigned to them as directed by Environment Manager Inform operator & Environment Manager about any issue of non-compliance and obstructed performance in EMP Assist superior as required to prepare records and data as required for assessment of EMP & safety performance During work, maintain safety at all stages of work with special emphasis on high hazard areas Medical Officer (will be outsourced) Implementation of the Medical & Health related plans & procedures required for Environmental & Safety Management as directed by Plant In-charge Inform Plant In-charge about any issue of non-compliance and obstructed performance in EMP & safety Assist other team members to prepare records and data as required for assessment of EMP & safety performance During work, maintain safety at all stages of work with special emphasis on high hazard areas Environmental Consultant Report to Plant In charge &Managing Director and other concern party on project compliance with environmental and commitments in the EMP & EIA and other applicable standards Prepare various documents & records to meet the requirement of environmental service works awarded Contractors Implementation of the Environmental Management Plan for contract work as directed by Environment Manager Prepare and maintain records and all required reporting data as stipulated by the EMP, for submission to the Environment Manager Ensure that all personnel and subcontractors working for him/her are informed of the intent of the EMP and are made aware of the required measures for environmental compliance and performance Inform Environment Manager about any issue of non-compliance and obstructed performance in EMP During work, maintain safety at all stages of work with special emphasis on high hazard areas
10.4. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 10.4.1. AIR QUALITY AND AIR POLLUTION CONTROL Considered Aspects and Major Impacts Emissions from minor internal construction works & fabrication works for setting up of the plant in existing shed resulting in increase in particulate level & air quality change Air quality changes due to emission resulted from utilities operations & process operations Transportation, storage & handling of hazardous raw materials causing impacts in terms of toxic contamination of air quality of the affected area Toxic contamination due to emissions caused by Major hazards associated with hazardous raw materials & processes as well as emission from hazardous waste management
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Generic EMP for Engineering works & Installation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that efficient ventilation has been provided in the shed to reduce built up of particulates and gaseous pollutant being emitted from implementation and engineering works. Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that properly planned area is designated & provided for in the shed for fabrication works to reduce built up of particulates and gaseous pollutant being emitted from fabrication/mechanical works like cutting & welding etc. Contractors & other staff engaged in the engineering works and implementation shall ensure that all procedures and guidelines provided to them by Plant In-charge are followed for protection of the environment by reducing emission and preventing built up of pollutant in air. Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that all staff members & contractors are following the procedures & instruction given to them for protection of the environment and necessary supervision has to be done by plant in-charge. They shall also ensure that all necessary documents & records are being maintained by the staff & contractors for daily schedule of works, report for any non-conformity etc. EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that: o All APCD & Stacks (with sampling/monitoring port, adequate internal diameter @top and adequate height) mentioned &recommended in earlier chapter 2 & 4 of the present EIA report has been provided well during installation phase prior to commissioning of plant to prevention & control the pollution due to stationary & process emission during commissioning & operation phase. o The necessary process technology/equipment for recovery of products from dryers has been provided well before commissioning of project o All provided APCD (Cyclone separator, bag filters) are working well and in good condition throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. o All stacks are in good condition throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. o All necessary resources required for efficient functioning of APCD (Cyclone separator, bag filters) are provided. o Regular inspection & maintenance/modification of APCD (Cyclone separator, bag filters) & stacks as required are done throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. o Prior to commissioning of plant, properly planned well-ventilated area is designated & provided for in the factory shed for storage of hazardous materials and process area to reduce built up of particulates and gaseous pollutant being emitted from fabrication/mechanical works like cutting & welding etc. o Ventilation facilities in the all storage areas & process area in good condition throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. o Properly formulated & timely updated procedures (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan for all pollutant emitting activities & sources for prevention of pollution/contamination of work place air & ambient air of surrounding area have been prepared & implemented by Environment & safety Manager. Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager also shall ensure that all other mitigation measures as mentioned below are implemented and are followed efficiently throughout the project life starting from commissioning of plant. o Transportation, handling & storage of the hazardous materials shall be done as per statutory requirements, HAZMAT and guidelines issued by concerned authorities. o The trucks/vehicles used for the transportation of hazardous materials shall be approved by concerned authority and the driver shall be well trained to overcome the safety issues occur
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during the transportation. All necessary safety & emergency equipment must be provided in vehicles. o Hazardous material storage area shall be provided with fire detection system (if possible) & firefighting facilities like hydrant & fire extinguishers. o The hazardous materials storage tanks shall be provided with dyke wall to prevent spreading of materials during incident of leak, spill and other hazards. o All necessary hazard control & prevention and safety measures mentioned in RA & DMP shall be implemented to ensure that air quality is not affected due to the hazardous materials of the project. The supervision by Environment & Safety Manager shall be done on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The efficacy of the implemented mitigation measures including installed air pollution control devices o The functioning of all concerned employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs are implemented properly to efficiently prevent air pollution issues Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed for prevention of air contamination/pollution within the premises and in surrounding area. o All air pollution control devices and other air pollution prevention measures provided are functioning well during the operation works. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP including the record of performance of APCD to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs for: . Storage & Handling of Materials . Operation & Maintenance of APCD & Stacks . Process Operation & Minimisation of Process Emission . Hazardous/Solid waste Collection, Handling & Storage o Register for: . Supervision Schedule & Observation . Operation Time of Utilities & APCD . Power & Resources Used for APCD . Attendance register for employee engaged with APCDs . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken . APCDs & stack Maintenance Log o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior) . Daily Performance report for APCDs & other Mitigation Implemented (for reporting to Superior) . Training Documents & Register In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: Cyclone separator and Bag filters for process emission, Stacks with sampling port with adequate height & internal dia. At top (Stack Attached to DG set, Stacks Attached to Process Units with APCDs and thermic pack), Properly Designed well ventilated Storage & process area, Efficient Ventilation Facility, Air quality & Emission Monitoring equipment/instruments as required, Power Source
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Other: Adequate Human Resource, cyclone separator & bag filters, uninterrupted power supply to all APCDs, chemicals &all required requisites for analytical works for sampling &monitoring of Air & Emissions Performance Monitoring Measures Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that monitoring of ambient air quality, work place air quality and all emissions (Particulate matters, SO2, NOx & VOC) are done on regular basis as per the monitoring schedule mentioned in earlier chapter. Chemist/External Approved Lab shall perform assessment of Ambient Air, workplace Air & Emissions from Utilities & Process. All results of the monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Environment & Safety Manager & Plant In charge on regular basis. Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures for air pollution prevention & Control for proposed project: A. APCD for process emission:Rs.1.50 lacs B. Stacks for DG set &Processes: Rs.0.50 lacs o Recurring Cost for Non-Structural Measures for air pollution prevention & Control for proposed and expansion project: A. Maintenance of APCDs: Rs.1.50 lacs per annum B. Chemicals for APCDs: Rs.0.25 lacs per annum C. Monitoring: Rs.0.25 lacs per annum
10.4.2. WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION & CONTROL Considered Aspects and Major Impacts Runoff from minor internal construction works for setting up of the plant in existing unit resulting in increase in contamination of storm water drainage & nearby water resources Water quality changes due to contamination resulted from domestic wastewater disposal, accidental spillage/leakage of toxic materials and leachate of hazardous/solid wastes of the project Uncontrolled toxic runoff generated due to emergency actions during major hazard associated with hazardous material resulting in increase in contamination of storm water drainage & nearby water resources EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that o Prior to commissioning of plant, all storage areas, process areas and areas having potential of hazardous material handling are provided with impervious lining. o Properly formulated procedures (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan for all wastewater generation activities & sources for prevention of water pollution have been prepared & implemented by Environment & safety Manager before commissioning of plant. Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall also ensure that all other mitigation measures as mentioned below are implemented and are followed efficiently throughout the project life. o Reduce wastage in domestic activities by preventing leak/spill from pipes, taps/valves etc. o Proper sanitation facilities with septic tank/ soak pit system and disposal of domestic effluent only through adequate septic tank and soak pit. o Maintaining records of water consumption. o Maintenance of good housekeeping to avoid contamination of storm water.
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The supervision shall be done by Environment & safety Manager on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The functioning of all concerned employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs for water pollution prevention are implemented properly to efficiently prevent water pollution issues. Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed for prevention of prevention of water pollution. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP other mitigation measures implemented for prevention of water pollution to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs for: . Storage & Handling of Materials with precautions for prevention of spill/leak . Process Operation & Minimisation of Wastewater generation . Hazardous/Solid waste Collection, Handling & Storage o Register for: . Supervision Schedule & Observations . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior) . Training Documents & Register In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: Proper sanitation facility including septic tank & soak pit; Impervious lining in Storage area, process area, hazardous/solid waste storage area and other area having potential of hazardous material handling; power supply for allied equipment/machineries. Other: Adequate Human Resource, all required requisites for analytical works for monitoring
Performance Monitoring Measures Quality dept./External Approved Lab shall perform daily assessment of quality of raw water, All results of the monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Factory/ Safety Manager & Director (production) on regular basis. Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures for Water pollution prevention & Control: Included in construction cost o Recurring Cost Water pollution prevention & Control: A. Monitoring: Rs. 0.5 lacs per annum
10.4.3. HYDROLOGY, GROUNDWATER & WATER CONSERVATION Considered Aspects and Major Impacts Water quality changes due to contamination of subsoil/groundwater resulted from wastewater disposal on land, accidental spillage/leakage of toxic materials and leachate of hazardous/solid
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wastes of the project Uncontrolled toxic runoff generated due to emergency actions during major hazard associated with hazardous material resulting in increase in contamination of subsoil/groundwater water resources EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that o All mitigation measures and EMP suggested for prevention of water pollution are implemented. o Prior to commissioning of plant, all storage areas, process areas and areas having potential of hazardous material handling as well as hazardous/solid waste storage area are provided with impervious floor to prevention percolation & seepage of toxic material& leachate from hazardous/solid waste storage. Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall also ensure that all other mitigation measures as mentioned below are implemented and are followed efficiently throughout the project life. o Minimal & efficient use of water. o Regular recording of water consumption using flow meter o Regular inspection, control & necessary maintenance for reduction of evaporation loss from cooling system. o Efficient practice to maintain good COC in cooling system to reduce blow down rate o Rainwater harvesting as per “Rainwater Harvesting Plan” for use to meet water requirements of project Necessary procedures & action plan shall be prepared/revised and updated by Environment & safety Manager and shall be implemented by him after getting checked by Plant In-charge& approved by Managing Director. Environment & Safety Manager shall prepare & implement approved necessary procedure (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The efficacy & Adequacy of the all mitigation measures implemented. o The functioning of all concern employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs for water pollution prevention are implemented properly to efficiently prevent water pollution issues. Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed for prevention of prevention of water pollution. o Ground water pollution prevention/ control measures provided are functioning well during the operation works. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP including the record of performance of mitigation measures implemented for prevention of Groundwater pollution to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs for: . Storage & Handling of Materials with precautions for prevention of spill/leak on bare land . Process Operation &Prevention of spill/leak of chemicals on bare land o Register for: . Supervision Schedule & Observations . Analytical Results of Ground water . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken . All other registers as mentioned in water /soil pollution prevention section o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior)
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. Daily Performance report for Mitigation Implemented (for reporting to Superior) . Training Documents & Register In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: All equipment/machineries/technologies/plant/ facilities suggested in section of water & soil pollution prevention, Impervious lining in Storage, process & hazardous/solid waste storage area; Rainwater harvesting system with water storage tank& necessary pipelines Other: Adequate Human Resource, chemicals & all required requisites for analytical works for monitoring Performance Monitoring Measures Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that monitoring of ground water quality (Minimum for pH, TDS, alkalinity, Phenol, Nitrate &sulphate) are done on regular basis as per the monitoring schedule mentioned in earlier chapter. Chemist/External Approved Lab shall perform regular assessment of quality of groundwater and other analysis as mentioned in Water & Soil pollution Prevention section. All results of the monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Environment & Safety Manager & Plant Incharge on regular basis. Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team for water & Soil pollution prevention covers the major financial requirement for Prevention of groundwater pollution. Hence, no separate budget is required for Prevention of groundwater pollution at present. In addition to these, the estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team for water conservation by rain water harvesting &groundwater monitoring is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures for Water conservation: A. Rainwater Harvesting System: 0.25 B. Water Storage Tank & Pipelines: covered in project capital
o Recurring Cost for Non-Structural Measures for water conservation: A. Maintenance of Rainwater Harvesting System: Rs.0.20 lacs per annum B. Groundwater Monitoring: Rs.0.10per annum
10.4.4. LAND USE There is no considerable impact on landuse due to the construction & operations of the proposed project. Hence, detailed EMP is not required. However, implementation of following generic actions shall be ensured by Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager Greenbelt Development, maintenance & protection as per greenbelt development plan suggested Dust emission Prevention & minimization measures as suggested in Air Pollution Prevention section.
10.4.5. SOIL CONSERVATON Considered Aspects and Major Impacts Runoff from minor internal construction works for setting up of the plant in existing closed shed resulting in increase in contamination of soil of local area Soil quality changes due to contamination resulted from Mixing of leachate from hazardous/solid waste storage area, settling of particulates emitted from project and accidental spillage/leakage of toxic materials and leachate of hazardous/solid wastes of the project Uncontrolled toxic runoff generated due to emergency actions during major hazard associated with
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hazardous material resulting in increase in contamination of soil of area affected by the hazard EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that o All structural measures suggested for Water & Air Pollution Prevention in earlier sections has been provided well during installation phase prior to commissioning of plant to prevent soil pollution during the commissioning & operation phase of the project. o Prior to commissioning of plant, all necessary resources as mentioned in later section have been provided. o All necessary mitigation measures including the impervious lining in all planned area are in good working condition throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. o Before commissioning of plant, properly formulated procedures (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan for various operation of concern for prevention of soil pollution have been prepared & implemented by Environment & safety Manager. Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall also ensure that all other mitigation measures as mentioned below are implemented and are followed efficiently throughout the project life. o Provision of impervious lining of storage area for hazardous materials & wastes to prevent contamination of water o Maintenance of good housekeeping to avoid contamination of Soil. o Fertilization & Irrigation of Greenbelt & other plantation area. The supervision shall be done by Environment & safety Manager on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The efficacy & Adequacy of the implemented mitigation measures including condition of impervious lining & spill/leak prevention measures. o The functioning of all concern employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs for Soil pollution prevention are implemented properly. Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed for prevention of Soil pollution. o All Soil pollution prevention/ control measures provided are functioning well during the operation works. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP including the record of performance of mitigation measures implemented for prevention of Soil pollution to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs for: . Storage & Handling of Materials with precautions for prevention of spill/leak . Maintenance of Impervious Lining of various areas . Process Operation &prevention of spill/leak of materials on bare soil . Fertilisation & irrigation of Plantation area o Register for: . Supervision Schedule & Observations . Attendance register for employee engaged with EMP for Soil Conservation . Analytical Results of Soil . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken . Maintenance Log for Impervious Lining of various areas o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior)
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. Daily Performance report for Mitigation Implemented (for reporting to Superior) . Training Documents & Register In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: All equipment/machineries/technologies/plant/ facilities suggested in section of water pollution prevention, Impervious lining in Storage, process & hazardous/solid waste storage area; Storage area for Fertilizer and irrigation utility Other: Adequate Human Resource, Fertilizer for fertilization of plantation & water for irrigation of plantation area & all required requisites for analytical works for Soil quality monitoring Performance Monitoring Measures Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that monitoring of Soil quality (Minimum for pH, Conductivity, Moisture content, Nutrient Contents and TOC) are done on regular basis as per the monitoring schedule mentioned in earlier chapter. Chemist/External Approved Lab shall perform assessment of soil quality on regular basis as directed by Environment & Safety Manager. All results of the soil quality monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Environment & Safety Manager & Plant In-charge on regular basis. Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures for Water conservation: A. Impervious Lining in Storage & Process area and Hazardous/solid waste storage area: Considered in project’s capital cost B. Plant & other requisites for plantation in premises: Considered in EMP for Ecological Conservation & Protection
o Recurring Cost for Non-Structural Measures for water conservation: A. Irrigation & Fertilization of Plantation area: Considered in EMP for Ecological Conservation & Protection B. Maintenance of Impervious Lining: Rs 0.20lacs per Annum C. Soil Quality Monitoring: Rs.0.10 lacs per annum
10.4.6. NOISE& VIBRATION PREVENTION & CONTROL Considered Aspects and Major Impacts Increased noise level due to fabrication works Increased noise & vibration in premises due to operations of utility, Plant & Equipment/machineries Increased noise level in area falling in route of transportation Generic EMP for Engineering works & Installation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that all transportation activities are being done in day time. Contractors & other staff engaged in the engineering & installation works shall ensure that all procedures and guidelines including instruction for use of Ear Plug/Ear Muff provided to them by Plant In-charge are followed for prevention/control of noise & Vibration. Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that all staff members & contractors are following the procedures & instruction given to them and necessary supervision has to be done by plant in-charge. They shall also ensure that:
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o All necessary provisions have been provided to prevent noise propagation outside of the premises o Engines of idle vehicles/equipment/machinery are turned off o Loud horn is prohibited for all vehicles o Ear plug/muff are provided to the construction staff engaged in the high noise area o Night transportation from the residential/eco sensitive area shall be avoided All necessary documents & records shall be maintained by the staff & contractors for daily schedule of works, report for any non-conformity etc. EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that o Prior to commissioning of plant, DG Set &thermic pack are provided with Silencer&/or Acoustic enclosure and are installed in the dedicated room/area designed for minimization of noise propagation outside the area. o Prior to commissioning of plant, all vibrating & rotating machineries/equipment are founded on sturdy non-vibrating base and fitted with necessary paddings (like rubber pads) at base. o Prior to commissioning of plant, all high vibrating plant/machineries/equipment are properly isolated from other plant/machineries/equipment. o Prior to commissioning of plant, all vibrating & rotating machineries/equipment are checked for static & dynamic balancing to prevent noise & vibration. o Prior to commissioning of plant, all necessary PPEs have been provided to employees to protect them from high noise. o Before commissioning of plant, properly formulated procedures (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan for various operation of concern for prevention & control of Noise & Vibration have been prepared & implemented by Environment & safety Manager. Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall also ensure that all other mitigation measures as mentioned below are implemented and are followed efficiently throughout the project life. o Provision of silencer/Acoustic enclosure/noise attenuator wherever suitable o Provision of mufflers & good silencer for vehicle o Regular maintenance including lubrication and Static & dynamic balancing of rotating equipment/machineries o Replacement of rubber paddings of foundation shall be done whenever required as preventive actions/maintenance o Shift planning shall be done with respect to the exposure level of noise at various plant areas in line with the statutory requirements & provisions. o Dense & adequate greenbelt shall be maintained around the high noise area to provide barrier o Minimum transportation from residential & eco-sensitive area o Avoidance of night transportation from residential & eco-sensitive area The supervision shall be done by Environment & safety Manager on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The efficacy & Adequacy of the implemented mitigation measures including condition of foundation, paddings, acoustic enclosure & silencer etc. o The functioning of all concern employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs for prevention & control of Noise & Vibration are implemented properly and all employees are using necessary PPEs as directed by Superior. During the whole operation time, Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed for prevention & control of Noise & vibration.
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o All Noise & Vibration prevention/ control measures provided are functioning well during the operation works. o All PPEs are being used by them as directed by Environment & Safety Manager Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP including the record of performance of mitigation measures implemented for prevention & Control of Noise & Vibration to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs for: . Operation of Utility, Plant, Machineries & equipment including required actions for prevention & Control Noise & Vibration . Maintenance of Padding, Foundation, Acoustic enclosures, Silencers etc. o Register for: . Supervision Schedule & Observations . Analytical Results of Noise & Vibration Monitoring . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken . Maintenance Log for Padding, Foundation, Acoustic enclosures, Silencers etc. o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior) . Daily Performance report for Mitigation Implemented (for reporting to Superior) . Training Documents & Register In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: Rubber Paddings, Sturdy & Non-vibrating Foundations, Designated Installation area for utilities & DG set, Silencers/Acoustic Enclosures Other: Adequate Human Resource, PPEs, Lubricants & all required requisites for analytical works for Soil quality monitoring Performance Monitoring Measures Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that monitoring of Noise & Vibration Level are done on regular basis as per the monitoring schedule mentioned in earlier chapter. Chemist/External Approved Lab shall perform the monitoring on regular basis as directed by Environment & Safety Manager. All results of the monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Environment & Safety Manager & Plant Incharge on regular basis. Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures: A. Foundation & Padding: Covered in the cost of Utility B. Utility rooms: Considered in project’s capital cost C. Acoustic Enclosures/Silencers: Covered in the cost of Utility o Recurring Cost for Non-Structural Measures for water conservation: A. Maintenance works for Noise & Vibration reduction: Rs 0.25 lacs per Annum B. Noise & Vibration Monitoring: Rs. 0.25 lacs per annum C. PPEs: Included in Cost of Safety & Emergency Equipment
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10.4.7. HAZARDOUS WASTE & INDUSTRIAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT Considered Aspects and Major Impacts Contamination Air due to volatile losses & Gaseous emission during incident of fire from hazardous & solid wastes Contamination Soil & Water due to leachate from hazardous & solid wastes Generic EMP for Installation & engineering works Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that no hazardous waste is generated during the installation & engineering works phase. Contractors & other staff engaged in the installation & engineering works shall ensure that all procedures and guidelines including instruction given to them by Plant In-charge are followed for prevention of generation of wastes and reuse of non-hazardous wastes and necessary supervision has to be done by plant in-charge. All necessary documents & records shall be maintained by the staff & contractors for daily schedule of works, report for any non-conformity etc. EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that o Prior to commissioning of plant, dedicated Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes handling system & facilities as per statutory requirements are provided within the premises for collection, handling & transfer of Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes generated from project. o Prior to commissioning of plant, dedicated Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes Storage areas are provided all safety measures like facility for firefighting. o During entire project life, the conditions of dedicated Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes handling system & facilities as well as storage areas are maintained in good condition to comply with the applicable statutory requirements to ensure efficient faultless activities of collection, handling, transfer, storage & disposal of Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes generated from project. o Prior to commissioning of plant& during entire project life, all necessary PPEs have been provided to employees to protect them from toxic hazards associated with hazardous wastes. o During entire project life, the safety measures including firefighting system provided for prevention of hazards in hazards & Non-hazardous wastes storage areas are functioning well. o Prior to commissioning of plant, all necessary PPEs have been provided to employees to protect them from toxic hazards associated with hazardous wastes. o Before commissioning of plant, properly formulated procedures (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan for various operation of concern for prevention & control of pollution of air, water & soil due to hazards & Non-hazardous wastes management have been prepared & implemented by Environment & safety Manager. Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall also ensure that all other mitigation measures as mentioned below are implemented and are followed efficiently throughout the project life. o All solid & hazardous waste are stored only in designated storage area. o The solid & hazardous storage area shall be separated for each type of waste for easy management. o Proper labeling shall be done on storage area for ready & easy identification of waste stored in that particular area. o Proper labeling shall be done on storage containers/bags for ready & easy identification of waste stored in that storage container/bag. o The handling & transfer facilities are strictly used to collect, handle & transfer the wastes to prevent spill/leak during handling & transfer as well as to prevent exposure of employee engaged in handling & transfer. o All waste shall be stored in their respective storage area only and shall be disposed off as per Hazardous waste management rule-2008.
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. The used oil shall be stored in leak/spill proof container and shall be sold to GPCB approved vendors. . The resin residue will be reused in the process . Used drums/barrels/liners shall be stored in the designated hazardous waste storage area near production/RM storage area. These wastes shall be decontaminated and then sold to to GPCB approved scrape dealers as scrap. o Only registered vehicles shall be used for transportation of the hazardous wastes. o Following Methodology for Decontamination and disposal of containers shall be followed. . All empty drums or bags must be decontaminated to remove any harmful chemicals or infectious organisms that may have adhered to them. . Empty as much material out of the drum or bags as possible, including easily removable residues. . Wash/rinse the drum/bags three times with a suitable solvent. If the material is soluble in water, use water to wash/rinse. If the material is not soluble in water, use a suitable organic solvent such as acetone for the first two washes and water for the final rinse. . Remove the top of the drum, using a drum de-header if necessary. If the drum contains a flammable material, it should be evaluated for potential explosive hazards. . Wear safety goggles during the washing/rinsing process. Wear heavy gloves to prevent crushed fingers and protect against sharp edges. When washing the drum, wear gloves that are impervious to the solvent. . Label the drum(s)/bags: "these drum/bags have been triple washed/ rinsed." Paint over or cross through any other markings on the drum. . After Neutralization & decontamination of all empty drums & bags selling to authorized recyclers . Keep record properly of all empty bags and drums which are decontaminated before selling to authorized recyclers. The supervision shall be done by Environment & safety Manager on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The efficacy & Adequacy of the implemented mitigation measures including condition of hazards & Non-hazardous wastes storage areas, condition of hazards & Non-hazardous wastes handling system and condition of Safety Measures etc. o The functioning of all concern employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs for prevention & control of pollution due to hazards & Non-hazardous wastes management are implemented properly and all employees are using necessary PPEs as directed by Superior. During the whole operation time, Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed. o All mitigation measures provided are functioning well during the operation works. o All necessary PPEs and other facilities/system provided for hazards & Non-hazardous wastes management are being used by them as directed by Environment & Safety Manager Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP including the record of performance of mitigation measures implemented for hazards & Non-hazardous wastes management to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs for: . Collection, Handling, Transfer, Storage & Disposal of hazards & Non-hazardous wastes . Maintenance of Generation & Disposal of hazards & Non-hazardous wastes Collection, Handling, Transfer facilities and storage area o Register for:
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. Supervision Schedule & Observations . Generation & Disposal of hazards & Non-hazardous wastes . Analytical Results of Leachate, Soil & Water . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken . Maintenance Log storage area and facilities provided for hazards & Non-hazardous wastes management o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior) . Daily Performance report for Mitigation Implemented (for reporting to Superior) . Training Documents & Register In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: dedicated Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes handling system & facilities, dedicated Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes storage areas, Fire Fighting System/facility Other: Adequate Human Resource, PPEs& all required requisites for analytical works for Soil quality monitoring Performance Monitoring Measures Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that required monitoring of Soil & Water as well as Leachate are done on regular basis as per the monitoring schedule mentioned in earlier chapter. Chemist/External Approved Lab shall perform the monitoring on regular basis as directed by Environment & Safety Manager. All results of the monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Environment & Safety Manager & Plant Incharge on regular basis. Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures: A. Dedicated Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes storage area:Considered in project capital cost B. Hazardous & non-hazardous Wastes handling system & facilities: Rs.0.25 lacs o Recurring Cost for Non-Structural Measures for water conservation: A. Maintenance works: Rs. 0.80 lacs per Annum B. Monitoring: Rs. 0.20 lacs per annum C. PPEs: Included in Cost of Safety & Emergency Equipment
10.4.8. SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Considered Aspects and Major Impacts Impacts on health & safety are anticipated due to the injury, health effects due to unfavorable work place conditions and ergonomic issues related with material handling & transportation, manufacturing process, maintenance works. Impacts on health & safety are anticipated due to increased level /concentration of toxic vapours/particulates resulted from released or spill or leak of hazardous chemicals. Contamination Air due to volatile losses & Gaseous emission during incident of fire from hazardous & solid wastes Contamination Soil & Water due to leachate from hazardous & solid wastes
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EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that o Prior to commissioning of plant following structural measures are provided: . Proper storage is provided for all hazardous materials with adequate isolation between two materials as required for safe storage condition . Provision of Local exhaust in storage area/warehouse & process area to prevent toxic chemical vapour exposure and maintained area below PEL/TLV limits. . Storage tanks & facilities are made up of suitable MOC . Safety appliance like safety valve, rupture discs etc. provided to prevent the over pressure hazards wherever required . Fix piping with supports and clamping needs to be provided for raw material charging and minimum flexible hose should be connected for charging chemicals in day tank or reactor . Safety measures like safety guard around rotating part for all rotating equipment/machineries . Non-slippery Floor of plant & storage. . Proper ergonomic condition in all areas to ensure safe & non-tiring work place conditions . Mechanical material handling & transfer facility like Trolley or fork lift etc. for lifting & shifting of all heavy materials. . Flameproof electrical fittings in area having flammable materials . All necessary Emergency management equipment & facilities including fire-fighting facilities as recommended in Risk Assessment Report o RA study for the proposed project is conducted and all necessary hazard/risk control/prevention measures are provided/implemented before erection & commissioning of plant and during entire project life. o Required Safety plans are prepared & implemented before commissioning & routine operation of the plant and followed during entire project life by all employees & contractors. o First aid kits are provided in all area before commissioning of plant and during entire project life. o All necessary PPEs, Safety & emergency equipment are provided for all concern employees in all areas before commissioning of plant and during entire project life. o During entire project life, following mitigation measures are implemented & followed: . Non-slippery Floor of plant & storage and there is no liquid spilled on floor. . The conditions of dedicated material handling system & facilities as well as material storage areas are maintained in good condition to comply with the applicable statutory requirements to ensure safety during activities of handling, transfer, storage &use of Hazardous & non-hazardous materials of the project. . All necessary PPEs have been provided to employees to protect them from hazards associated with the project operations & materials. . The safety measures including firefighting system provided for prevention of hazards in storage & production as well as other areas are functioning well and necessary maintenance & replacement are done regularly as required. o Before commissioning of plant, properly formulated procedures (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan for various operation of concern for ensuring safety at all works of project have been prepared & implemented by Environment & safety Manager. Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall also ensure that all other mitigation measures as mentioned below are implemented and are followed efficiently throughout the project life. o Proper ventilation with adequate air change ratio in all areas o Proper label and identification board /stickers in the storage area o Identification label and NFPA diamond code sticker on all chemicals drums & bags and tank area.
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o Materials storage as per the chemical compatibility. o MSDS to be displayed at storage as well as process and chemical handling area. o Strict Restriction on Smoking and other spark, flame generating item within the premises o Static grounding shall be provided to all process vessels and equipment and it shall be checked and maintained in ideal condition throughout the project life. o Periodic On Site Emergency, Mock Drills should be conducted, in order to train the staff and make them mentally prepared to tackle any emergency. o Emergency management equipment &facilities including fire extinguishers/hydrant system should be maintained in a tip top condition round the clock. o Safety devices and control instruments should be calibrated once in a year. o Proper coloring as per IS 2379 should be done & maintained in plant for all pipeline network, tanks and equipment. o Permit to work system should be implemented on 100 % basis for hazardous work to be carried out in the plant. o Training should be made compulsory to all new employees about safety measures before starting duties in plant. o Only registered vehicles shall be used for transportation of the hazardous wastes. The supervision shall be done by Environment & safety Manager on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The efficacy & Adequacy of the implemented safety & other mitigation measures including condition of storage areas& tanks; condition of process equipment/machineries/reactors etc.; material handling & transfer system and condition of all safety & emergency equipment including firefighting system & PPEs etc. o The functioning of all concern employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs for safety and prevention of hazards in all areas are implemented properly and all employees are using necessary PPEs as directed by Superior. During the whole operation time, Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed. o All mitigation measures provided are functioning well during the operation works. o All necessary PPEs and other facilities/system provided for safety & emergency management are being used by them as directed by Environment & Safety Manager Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP including the record of performance of mitigation measures implemented for hazards & Non-hazardous wastes management to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs for: . Handling, Transfer, Storage of materials . Plant Operations including Utility Operations, Equipment/machineries operations etc. . Safe work Practices . Emergency Management . All maintenance works o Register for: . Supervision Schedule & Observations . Specific Parameters pertaining to the specific Operational Activity . Analytical Results of workplace . Employee Health Check-up . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken . Work Permit for various operations
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. Logs of all Maintenance to be carried out o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior) . Daily Performance report for Mitigation Implemented (for reporting to Superior) . Training Documents & Register In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: Dedicated material storage areas, Fire Fighting System/facility, Safety Devices for Process equipment/machineries/Plants. Other: Adequate Human Resource, PPEs &Emergency equipment & facilities, First Aid Kits with necessary medicines & antidotes, all required requisites for analytical works for workplace monitoring Performance Monitoring Measures Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that required monitoring of work place conditions as well as employee health are done on regular basis as per the monitoring schedule mentioned in earlier chapter. Chemist/External Approved Lab / Appointed Medical Practitioner shall perform the monitoring on regular basis as directed by Environment & Safety Manager. All results of the monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Environment & Safety Manager & Plant In-charge on regular basis.
Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures: A. Dedicated Material storage areas & Tanks:Included in project’s capital cost B. Fire Fighting and other safety & emergency facilities: Rs.1.00 lacs o Recurring Cost for Non-Structural Measures for water conservation: A. Maintenance works for Safety equipment & facilities: Rs.1.50 lacs per Annum B. PPEs: Rs. 0.25 lacs per Annum C. Monitoring: Rs.0.25 lacs per annum
10.4.9. ECOLOGICAL CONSERVATION & PROTECTION Considered Aspects and Major Impacts Impacts on Flora & fauna due to toxic effects of pollutants /hazardous chemicals released in environment during operations of material handling/ transportation/handling /storage and manufacturing process and hazardous waste handling & storage. Impacts on Flora & fauna due to toxic effects of pollutants /hazardous chemicals released in environment as well as due to effects of heat released from fire hazards Secondary impacts of Contamination Air, water, soil & generation of high noise EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that o Prior to commissioning of plant following structural measures are provided: . Efficient measures for air, water & soil pollution prevention & control to reduce the level of contaminants in environmental attributes . Efficient measures for prevention & control of noise to reduce the changes in ambient noise level
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. Efficient & Adequate hazard prevention & control and safety & emergency control measures for prevention & control of adverse effects on flora & fauna due to toxic contaminants and heat radiation . Properly levelled and prepared dedicated area for greenbelt in and around the premises . Area for storage of Sapling, fertilizers & other requisites like Shovel, spade, cutter, irrigation utensils etc. o RA study for the proposed project is conducted to determine the extent of possible risk zone comprising ecologically important area o Required Safety plans for protection of ecological features especially micro level plantation area of vicinity are prepared & implemented before commissioning & routine operation of the plant and followed during entire project life by all employees & contractors. o During entire project life, following mitigation measures are implemented & followed: . Regular monitoring for Emission & Ambient air quality, Noise and water & wastewater quality and soil quality as per monitoring plan. . Proper & efficient implementation of mitigation measures & EMP suggested for Air, Water, Soil & Noise environment and waste management. . Proper & efficient implementation of non-structural preventive/precautionary/control measures as well as procedures suggested for prevention/control of major hazards in the proposed unit . As suggested in below Greenbelt Development Plan, development & maintenance of adequate dense Greenbelt as per CPCB guideline within premises & around periphery throughout project life. . Disaster management and emergency action plan shall be prepared carefully and implemented to eliminate / minimize the chances of impact on ecological features of local area. o Before commissioning of plant, properly formulated procedures (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan for various operation of concern to eliminate the chances of impacts on ecological features of the local area have been prepared & implemented by Environment & safety Manager. The supervision shall be done by Environment & safety Manager on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The efficacy & Adequacy of the implemented mitigation measures for prevention of environmental pollution including APCDs, Hazard prevention & Safety measures etc. o The functioning of all concern employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs for prevention of impacts on ecological features of the local area are implemented properly and all employees are using necessary PPEs as directed by Superior. During the whole operation time, Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed. o All mitigation measures provided are functioning well during the operation works. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP including the record of performance of mitigation measures implemented for prevention of adverse effects of environmental pollution & hazards of project on Flora & Fauna to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs as defined in section of air/water/soil pollution prevention & control, Noise & vibration prevention & control, Hazard prevention & Control etc. and SOP for Fertilization & Irrigation as well as plantation in greenbelt areas o Register for:
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. Supervision Schedule & Observations . Plantation & re-plantation in greenbelt area . Survival Rate . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken . Logs of all Maintenance of Irrigation & Other facilities used for Greenbelt development & Maintenance o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior) . Daily Performance report for Mitigation Implemented (for reporting to Superior) . Training Documents & Register In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: Dedicated storage area for sapling, fertilizer & irrigation equipment etc., All other structural measures suggested for air/water/soil pollution prevention & control, Noise & vibration prevention & control, Hazard prevention & Control Other: Adequate Human Resource, all other resources required for air/water/soil pollution prevention & control, Noise & vibration prevention & control, Hazard prevention & Control Performance Monitoring Measures Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that required monitoring of various required environmental parameters as well as survival rate of plantation in greenbelt & soil fertility parameters are done on regular basis as per the monitoring schedule mentioned in earlier chapter. Chemist/External Approved Lab shall perform the monitoring on regular basis as directed by Environment & Safety Manager. All results of the monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Environment & Safety Manager & Plant Incharge on regular basis. Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures: A. Dedicated storage areas for Sapling & fertilisers etc.: Included in project’s capital cost o Recurring Cost for Non-Structural Measures: A. Equipment & facilities: Rs.1.50 lacs per Annum B. Sapling, Plantation & replantation: Rs. 0.20 lacs per Annum C. Fertilizer: Rs. 0.02 lacs per Annum D. Monitoring: Included in recurring cost of other EMP sections 10.4.10. GREENBELT DEVELOPMENT PLAN: The greenbelt will be created in open land to develop greenbelt in around 2038.43 m2 (8 % area of total land) area of total land of project. In addition to this, company is also participating in greenbelt development program conducted by Gram panchayat of surrounding area. The company is also planned to utilize the waste & barren land for plantation, as it doesn’t have 5mt spaces all around periphery and land is not available for acquisition to develop greenbelt of 5mt. width around the periphery. Hence, company has developed greenbelt in the available area (2038.43.00 m2) within plot to develop in-house greenbelt. The plantation for proposed greenbelt will be started in the Monsoon season.
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Greenbelt is the selection and plantation of a species or groups of species of trees and shrubs to reduce the effect of a source of pollutant. The most efficient greenbelt development not only abates pollution, but also helps in the: Control rainwater runoff Increase underground water levels Prevent soil erosion Reduce pollution cost-effectively Helps in increasing biodiversity index Right from conducting a meticulous survey of the site environment, selecting the best-suited native plant species, to the actual plantation based on the appropriate green cover width while making the campus biologically diverse, safe and sustainable. Guidelines for Greenbelt Development Design and development of greenbelt should be in adherence to industry-specific requirements and prevalent climatic conditions. Company shall ensure healthy & dens greenbelt throughout the project life. Company shall ensure greenbelt development & maintenance in minimum 2038.43 Sq. m. at any time. Company shall follow CPCB guidelines for development & maintenance of greenbelt area Company shall ensure regular irrigation & fertilization of greenbelt area as required timely Company shall ensure re-plantation in greenbelt area depending upon the survival rate of planted vegetation to maintain greenbelt. Company shall plant around 300 trees with density of about 1500 trees per hectare or developing the greenbelt area. Indigenous species with fast growth are only selected or form the base of selection as Green Belt can come in view as fast as possible. Company shall plant local species of trees & shrub for greenbelt development The tress shall be planted in three tiers pattern so as to ensure that the entire area gets covered and ensure effective pollution abatement. For this, management shall ensure that plantation of trees shall include mixture of lower, higher and middle canopy structure, which shall be mixed appropriately / proportionately / uniformly. The plantation shall also include fruit bearing trees/ species which shall be uniformly distributed which shall act as dwelling place for Varity of birds and other fauna and form a breeding ground for them. The tree products should have acceptable characteristics to suit local customs and traditions flowering Herbs & shrubs species. Company can select species as per the following list suggested: Sr.No Species Name Local Name Habit Family No. of Plants Acacia nilotica(L.) Del. subsp. DeshiBaval, Bavar Tree Mimosaceae 50 1 indica(Bth.) Brenan 2 AzadirachtaindicaA. Juss. Limbdo, Neem Tree Meliaceae 40 3 Derris indica(Lam.) Bennet Karanj Tree Fabaceae 30 4 FicusbenghalensisL. Vad Tree Moraceae 50 5 FicusreligiosaL. Piparo, Piplo Tree Moraceae 30 6 Cordia dichotomaForst. Gunda Tree Ehretiaceae 55 Cordia gharaf(Forsk.) E.&.A. Nana Gunda, Tree Ehretiaceae 45 7 Liar Gundi 8 SalvadoraoleoidesDecne. Piludi−Mithi Shrub Salvadoraceae 20 9 SalvadorapersicaL. Piludi−Khari Shrub Salvadoraceae 15
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Care shall be taken to plant ample trees along the road side, boundary wall as well as within the plant premises. It shall enable proper balance of atmosphere both outside the campus by absorbing noise and gaseous pollutants of the road side movement of vehicles and also absorption of noise and emissions within the premises of the plant. Company shall follow the following five year comprehensive greenbelt development program after that the company shall keep following the prevailing practices of greenbelt management. 1st YEAR PLAN o Capital provision for irrigation facilities (water pipelines & taps/valves, flexible pipes) and shall be made in project capital cost o Company shall start activities of greenbelt development along with inception of construction phase of the project o Company shall provide all necessary facilities for irrigation of greenbelt o Plantation in minimum 2038.43 Sq. m. within premises and around boundary o Company shall acquire saplings from local private/government (Forest & Other) nursery o Plantation & maintenance of trees & shrubs as described in Guidelines for greenbelt development o Company shall do fertilization as required for healthy & dense greenbelt development 2nd to 5th YEAR PLAN o Company shall maintain all necessary facilities for irrigation of greenbelt in good condition and necessary maintenance of irrigation facilities shall be done regularly o Company shall regularly assess survival rate of planted trees & shrub and if required necessary re- plantation shall be done to ensure healthy & dense greenbelt area in minimum 8 % (2038.43 sq. m. area) of the total area of proposed premises o For re-plantation, if required, company shall acquire saplings from local private/government (Forest & Other) nursery o Company shall do fertilization as required for healthy & dense greenbelt development Management Period The properly designed greenbelt area, irrigation facilities, Sapling storage & maintenance area and storage for greenbelt development resources/tools etc. shall be provided in construction phase prior to commissioning of plant operation. The necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. The greenbelt development guidelines and five year program shall be initiated with inception of construction phase of project and shall be implemented & practiced as routine throughout the project life. Budgetary Provision Considered in capital & recurring cost for Ecological Conservation & Protection Responsible Authority Project Proponent, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors. 10.4.11. MANAGEMENT OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC ISSUE No considerable negative Impacts on socioeconomic condition are anticipated from proposed project except the rare & temporary impacts of hazards associated with proposed project. It has been noticed that the project will have minor positive impacts on socioeconomic conditions of project area. Hence, following generic EMP has been recommended for proposed project Generic EMP for Installation & engineering works Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that maximum employment has been done from local area. EMP for Operation Phase Managing Director& plant In-charge shall ensure that o Prior to commissioning of plant following structural measures are provided: . Efficient measures for air, water & soil pollution prevention & control to reduce the level of contaminants in environmental attributes
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. Efficient measures for prevention & control of noise to reduce the changes in ambient noise level . Efficient & Adequate hazard prevention & control and safety & emergency control measures for prevention & control of adverse effects on socioeconomic layout and agricultural land of vicinity & local area o A study for the proposed project is conducted to determine the extent of possible risk zone comprising public area near to project site. o Required Safety plans for protection of socioeconomic parameters of area of vicinity are prepared & implemented before commissioning & routine operation of the plant and followed during entire project life by all employees & contractors. o During entire project life, following mitigation measures are implemented & followed: . Regular monitoring for Emission & Ambient air quality, Noise and water & wastewater quality and soil quality as per monitoring plan. . Proper & efficient implementation of mitigation measures & EMP suggested for Air, Water, Soil & Noise environment and waste management. . Proper & efficient implementation of non-structural preventive/precautionary/control measures as well as procedures suggested for prevention/control of major hazards in the proposed unit . Disaster management and emergency action plan shall be prepared carefully and implemented to eliminate / minimize the chances of impact on ecological features of local area. . Properly formulated procedures (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan for various operations as mentioned in sections of prevention & control of air, water & soil pollution, Noise & Vibration and Hazards have been prepared & implemented by Environment & safety Manager. . CSR Activities are being carried out on regular basis as per CSR Plan (Annexure-IV). . Adequate management for transportation of raw materials & Products to reduce traffic on local road as well as to prevent accidents. . Avoidance of night transportation from the residential area and ban on use of loud horns . Minimum use of road passing through residential area . Careful recruitment by employing unemployed person of the local area to maximum extent to ensure adequate availability of labour for local socioeconomic activities and to ensure high employment status of local area. . Proper public relation & management activities to prevent conflicts between project and local people . Efficient Emergency Action & Disaster Management Plan to ensure no/minimum effects on surround area during catastrophic accident The supervision shall be done by Environment & safety Manager on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly supervise: o The efficacy & Adequacy of the implemented mitigation measures for prevention of environmental pollution& hazards. o The functioning of all concerned employees and contractor to ensure that the EMP, Procedures & SOPs are implemented properly and all employees are using necessary PPEs as directed by Superior. During the whole operation time, Contractors & other staff engaged in the operations works shall ensure that: o All procedures, plans and guidelines provided to them by Environment & Safety Manager are followed. o All mitigation measures provided are functioning well during the operation works.
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Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare necessary records/documents related with the planned & implemented mitigation & EMP including the record of performance of mitigation measures implemented for prevention of adverse effects of environmental pollution & hazards of project on Flora & Fauna to enable superior to review the performance. The following are minimal documents record requirements: o SOPs as defined in section of air/water/soil pollution prevention & control, Noise & vibration prevention & control, Hazard prevention & Control etc. and SOP for Fertilization & Irrigation as well as plantation in greenbelt areas o Register for: . Schedule for CSR Activities & Observations . Public Complaint & Suggestion register . Non-Conformity Register with Root Cause Analysis & Details of Action Taken o Other Documents for: . Compliance status for Legal Requirement . Detailed report for Non-conformity & Action Required (for reporting to Superior) . Daily Performance report for Mitigation Implemented (for reporting to Superior) . CSR Plan In addition to above measures, administrative measures for environmental management as presented in the later section of this chapter shall be followed throughout the project operation phase. Resources Structural: All structural measures suggested for air/water/soil pollution prevention & control, Noise & vibration prevention & control, Hazard prevention & Control Other: Adequate Human Resource, all other resources required for air/water/soil pollution prevention & control, Noise & vibration prevention & control, Hazard prevention & Control Performance Monitoring Measures Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that required monitoring of various required environmental parameters as suggested in other sections are done on regular basis as per the monitoring schedule mentioned in earlier chapter. Chemist/External Approved Lab shall perform the monitoring on regular basis as directed by Environment & Safety Manager. All results of the monitoring carried out for the project shall be reviewed by Environment & Safety Manager & Plant In-charge on regular basis. Budgetary Provision Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The estimated budgetary provision for initial time of operation phase as prepared by the EIA team is presented below which shall be revised as per above mentioned system after six month from commissioning. o Capital Cost for Structural Measures: Included in capital cost mentioned in other EMP sections o Recurring Cost for Non-Structural Measures: A. CSR Fund: Rs.0.30 lacs per Annum B. Monitoring: Included in recurring cost of other EMP sections
10.4.12. ENERGY CONSERVATION The company is committed to continual improvement in its energy conservation programs. It will successfully implement following actions to realize efficient energy conservation in its proposed unit. Managing efficiently the utilization of energy resources, upgrade operational practice and employ more energy efficient technologies. Employee Training for energy conservation& Promoting awareness among all employees Interdepartmental sharing of experience on energy conservation
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Regular internal audits to identify areas for improvement & benchmark continuously performance against the best Formation of Energy Conservation cell headed by senior personnel with following duties for Energy Conservation: o Periodic monitoring of unit/plant/department wise energy consumption. o Planning of corrective actions for deviations. o Carry out internal energy audits & field study on need basis. o Preparing annual energy activity plan o Benchmarking for energy performance. o Arrange training program for energy efficiency.
10.4.13. RAINWATER HARVESTING PLAN Design of Rainwater Harvesting: For good design of rainwater harvesting, following points are to be kept under consideration: (a) Ideal location with good ground slope. (b) The location has adequate subsurface permeability of the aquifer to accommodate maximum recharge of rainwater through injection well. (c) Rate of filtration should exceed average rainfall intensity. (d) Clogging of filtration media should be cleaned periodically. (e) Ground water pollution does not take place. Rooftop Rain Water Harvesting: Total rooftop area of project is 10057.30 m2 that may be connected through pipes and drains to Rainwater harvesting structures which has storage chamber and the percolation pits as per sites having rooms for recharge in resonance with average rainfall, catchment area and peak rainfall intensity. Looking in to the average rainfall in this region, roof top area of the building, rain water harvesting structures are designed in such a way that even at peak rainfall intensity of 40 mm/day, water does not spill over & the entire rainwater falling over the total area goes in to the ground water body. Following dimensional parameters are considered for design of Rainwater harvesting system in the project premises. Total Rooftop area = 10057.30 m2 Average rainfall =799 mm = 0.80 m Catchment factor for Roof top = 0.85 (as per C.G.W.A) Total volume of water to be captured = 10057.30 x 0.80 x 0.85 = 6838.96 m3 The dimension of the structures to be designed for 40 mm/hour peak rainfall intensity. Considering 15 minutes of peak rainfall, runoff volume in a single storm should be: (10057.30 m2 x 0.85 x 0.04 m)/4 = 85.49m3 Road/Paved Area Storm Water Runoff Harvesting: In road storm water harvesting system, drains may be made along the roads with iron net filter of 2 mm opening at every 20 m. Rainwater falling on the road/paved area is carried through these drains to rainwater harvesting structure and allow to in filtered in groundwater regime. This will improve groundwater quality as well as quantity in and around the project premises. Following dimensional parameters are considered for design of road storm water harvesting system in the project premises. Total Road/paved area = 6326.35 m2 Average rainfall = 799 mm = 0.80 m Catchment factor for Road/paved area = 0.75 (as per C.G.W.B.) Total volume of water to be captured = 6326.35 x 0.80 x 0.75 = 3795.81 m3/annum The dimension of the structures to be designed for 40 mm/hour peak rainfall intensity. Considering 15 minutes of peak rainfall, runoff volume in a single storm should be: 6326.35 m2 x 0.75 x 0.04 m/4 = 47.45 m3 Open Area Rainwater Harvesting:
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The total open area of project is 8808.35m2 which may be connected through drains to rainwater harvesting structures which has storage chamber and the percolation pits as per sites having rooms for recharge in resonance with average rainfall, catchment area and peak rainfall intensity. Following dimensional parameters are considered for design of open area rainwater harvesting system in the project premises. Total open area = 8808.35 m2 Average rainfall = 799 mm = 0.80 m Catchment factor for open area = 0.15 (as per C.G.W.A) Total volume of water to be captured = 8808.35 x 0.80 x 0.15 = 1057.00 m3
The dimension of the structures to be designed for 40 mm/hour peak rainfall intensity. Considering 15 minutes of peak rainfall, runoff volume in a single storm should be: 8808.35 m2 x 0.15 x 0.04 m/4 = 13.21 m3 Design of Rainwater Harvesting Structure: The total volume of water generated in project premises from rooftop, road/paved & open area in a single storm on 40 mm peak rainfall intensity would be = 85.49 m3 +47.45 m3 + 13.21 m3 = 146.15 m3 Considering the space availability, the individual design is made for accumulation of 27 m3 of water i.e. 9 m3 of water in Desilting/settlement tank (1 m water column above dead storage x 3 m length x 3 m width), 9 m3 in the filtration tank (1 m water column above filtration media x 3 m length x 3 m width) and about 9 m3 in the process of infiltration through filtration media of recharge well. Hence, the dimensional parameters of Desilting/Settlement chamber would be 3 m (length) x 3 m (width) x 1.30 (depth). In Desilting chamber, 0.30 m depth below outflow is kept for silt deposition. The filtration tank dimension would be 3 m (length) x 3 m (width) x 1 m (depth) with 0.15 m dia recharge well of 8 m depth depending upon the formation for recharge in aquifer through vadose zone. Each structure will be capable of handling rainwater volume @ 27 m3/day and such 6 structures will accommodate up to total rainfall volume of 146.15 m3 in any rainfall event at peak rainfall occurrence Total Recharge Potential On completion of Rainwater harvesting& other recharge factors, additional recharge potential in the premises would be as under: 1. Rooftop Rainwater harvesting in the premises 10057.30*0.85*0.80 = 6838.96 2. Road storm water harvesting in the premises 6326.35*0.80*0.75 = 3795.81 3. Recharge due to open area in the premises 8808.35*0.80*0.15 = 1057.00 4. Recharge due to return flow of water used in 1*300*.05 = 15 plantation Total 11706.77 (Note - formula =area * run-off coefficients* rain fall {mm/1000}) As, ground water extraction by the proposed plant will be 4350 m3/annum as per water utilization chart & recharge potential to be created would be around 11706.77 m3/annum. Thus, recharge potential would be around 269.12 % of the proposed water abstraction which is more than 200% as per guidelines of CGWA. These recharge measures would not only negate the adverse impact on ground water regime, but would also help in improving groundwater regime due to additional recharge of the order of 7356.77 m3/annum over and above the extraction of ground water by the M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. RECOMMENDATIONS: The total volume of water generated in project premises from rooftop, road/paved & open area in a single storm on 40 mm peak rainfall intensity would be 146.15 m3. It is revealed from recharge test that the aquifer would very well accept water to the order of 120 m3/day @ 5.0 m3/hour continuously in long term through vadose zone. Considering the space availability, the individual design is made for accumulation of 27 m3 of water i.e. 9 m3 of water in Desilting/settlement tank (1 m water column above dead storage x 3 m length x 3 m width), 9 m3 in
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the filtration tank (1 m water column above filtration media x 3 m length x 3 m width) and about 9 m3 in the process of infiltration through filtration media of recharge well. Hence, the dimensional parameters of Desilting/Settlement chamber would be 3 m (length) x 3 m (width) x 1.30 (depth). In Desilting chamber, 0.30 m depth below outflow is kept for silt deposition. The filtration tank dimension would be 3 m (length) x 3 m (width) x 1 m (depth) with 0.15 m dia recharge well of 8 m depth depending upon the formation for recharge in aquifer through vadose zone. Each structure will be capable of handling rainwater volume @ 27 m3/day and such 6 structures will accommodate up to total rainfall volume of 146.15 m3 in any rainfall event at peak rainfall occurrence. One piezometers are proposed to be installed in the plant premises as per CGWB norms for monitoring of season-wise water levels & water quality for ascertaining the impact of ground water extraction & artificial recharge measures on ground water regime. As per design, a borehole of 6” diameter should be drilled up to 20 m depth by powerful DTH machine having air compressor of at least 300 psi and 1100 cfm. Thereafter, development of tube-well should be carried out by at least 300 psi & 1100 cfm air compressor for minimum of 4 hrs or till nearly sand free water is obtained. The pipe of the bore well should be left 0.5 m above the ground level & concrete structure may be made around this pipe in 14 inch thickness to prevent the bore well from surface pollutants. Around the bore well, 14” dia chamber may be made with well cap having lock & key arrangement. There should be provision of 2’ dia PVC airline in the bore well for inserting probe of automatic water level recorder for complete precision in measurement of the water level data.
PRECAUTIONS While carrying out roof top rain water harvesting & surface runoff utilization works following precautions must be taken so that maximum benefits are derived. The roof tops of the buildings to be used for collection rainwater must be cleaned before the onset of first rainfall so that any dust, leaves, pollutants do not enter the filtration tank. Grating must be used to trap debris or tree leaves before rain water enters the drainpipes. A steel wire mesh may be enveloped around the slotted pipe of injection well to minimize the clogging of slots. The filter material must be washed with water before putting in the filtration tanks as these may be covered with silt or clay. Every year, before the onset of first monsoon, the filter material must be taken out and washed and then put back in the filtration tank & others recharge structures sot that silt/ clay deposited during the filtration process of preceding year is removed and original filtration rate is achieved. Budgetary Provision Costs for Rain water harvesting programs have been included in the account under capital of the project. Maintenance cost as and when required will be allocated by management.
10.4.14. ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURES Environment & Safety Manager shall prepare & implement approved necessary procedure (including necessary/required SOPs) and action plan. All employees & Contractors shall strictly ensure that all works are done following the SOPs issued for the specific task. This shall be followed on regular basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Such procedures & action plan shall be followed on regular basis by all concerned employees/contractor throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Wherever required, such procedures/plan shall be revised and updated by Environment & safety Manager and shall be implemented by him after getting checked by Plant In-charge & approved by Managing Director. Environment & safety Manager shall regularly prepare the schedule of monitoring and get the monitoring done timely. He/she shall ensure that the environmental samples are analysed on regular basis as per environmental monitoring programme presented in earlier chapters. He/She shall regularly review the results of environmental samples submitted by Chemist /External Environmental Lab for
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performance evaluation of implemented mitigation measures & installed pollution control technology (APCD etc.). In case of any issue of non-functioning of any pollution control measure/technology& any major non- conformity, o Concerned employee/contractor shall immediately inform/report environment & safety manager. o Upon receipt of such information, environment & safety Manager shall immediately report to Plant In-charge to initiate necessary action till the non-conformity is closed to ensure there is no issue of serious air pollution arises due to operation of the plant. o If required, Plant In-charge shall order to stop the operational activities causing environmental pollution beyond acceptable level. o The stopped operations/activities shall be started only after necessary maintenance & restoration of failed Pollution control device/technology/measure for efficient functioning. o This task shall be done on regular basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. On daily basis reporting by Environment & Safety Manager shall be done to the superior. Such documentation/reporting shall be done on daily basis throughout the life of the project starting from the commissioning of the production unit. Managing Director, plant In-charge & environment & safety manager shall ensure that all necessary budgetary provision made as per the actual requirement are sufficient for efficient implementation of the EMP. Whenever required, necessary change in budgetary provision shall be made to overcome the issue of non-conformity. The budget shall be reviewed and revised on yearly basis. The budget shall be prepared by environment & safety manager, checked by Plant In-charge & approved timely by the Managing Director.
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CHAPTER: 11 SUMMARY & CONCLUSION 11.1 INTRODUCTION ABOUT PROJECT M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. proposes to expand its existing Particle Board manufacturing unit by capacity enhancement of “Particle Board” from 1500 MT/month to 2400 MT/month and addition of new products Synthetic Organic resins (bonding glue) @850 MT/month, at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar-Kerala Road,Village- Bela (Rangpar),-363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). As per the EIA notification‐ 2006 as amended, the proposed expansion project for the production of “Synthetic Organic Resins”, falls under item no. “5(f) – Synthetics Organic Chemicals industries, the project is to be developed outside of notified industrial area/estate. Hence it is identified as ‘Category A’ project. Proponent had applied for approval of Terms of Reference for EIA study for proposed project on 1st June 2017 to MoEF&CC, New Delhi. And MoEF File no. J-11011/284/2017 -IA II(I) Dtd. 25th Sep., 2017 issued approved/awarded TORs. The MoEF&CC had earmarked the area covering 10 km radial area from site proposed EIA study and provision for Public Hearing of SO 1533 Public Hearing / Consultation is required for category ‘A’ and category ‘B1’ projects or activities situated outside of notified industrial area/estate. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT The proposed expansion is planned for capacity enhancement of Plain and Pre-Laminated Particle Boards from 1500MT/Year to 2400 MT/Year and addition of new product Bonding glue and Lamination compound @850MT/Year. The project will be developed within the existing unit located S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar- Kerala Road,Village- Bela (Rangpar),-363642,Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat). The capital cost of the proposed project is 30 lakhs (total after proposed expansion- 1310 lakhs). The project site is well connected with State & National Highway network and the nearest National Highway (NH27) is about 1.65 W Km away from project site. Nearest railway station is Nazarbaug- 12.75 Km S (Approx.). The proposed expansion will be carried out within the existing unit, no additional land is required for the expansion. After the expansion, company will require, Water-14.50 KL/day (Existing: 5KL/D, Proposed: 9.50 KL/D) Water will be met from existing open well. Power- Existing:900 KVA ,Proposed:300 KVA (supply from PGVCL). 2No. DG set (Existing- 500KVA, Proposed- 125KVA). In proposed expansion unit the heat requirement will be met by one Thermic fluid heater (Existing-30 lakh Kcal/Hr.) Agro waste 10 MT/day (After expansion) and Diesel 65Ltrs/Hr (After expansion) will be used as fuel. Total employment of the project will be 96 persons after expansion. For the production of afore said products, company will require 15 raw materials out of which 10 chemicals (Melamine, Urea, Caustic Lye, Formic acid, Formaldehyde, Sodium pentachlorophenate, Di ethylene gycol , Aqueous ammonia, Paraffin Wax, n-butyl alcohol) are hazardous in nature as per MSIHC rules (as amended), 2000. These hazardous materials will be received in tanker load or drums by road truck/tanker and stored in tanks provided in designated areas of storage. All safety measures will be provided at design level with all required safety system for the specific chemicals to prevent the associated hazards & risks. The details of the major pollution potential/identified sources of impacts are presented below. A. Wastewater: After proposed project total Domestic waste water generation will be 1.50 KLD. There will be no industrial effluent generation. Sewage will be disposed off through septic tanks & soak pit. B. Emissions: After proposed project the stationary sources are DG sets (2 Nos, Stack: Ht.-9 Mt., Dia-0.2m), TFH (Stack: Ht.-30 Mt., Dia-0.4 m, Although the process emission will be from Trimming Machine (Stack: Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-0.2 m), Sanding Machine (Stack: Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-0.2 m), Forming (Stack: Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-0.2 m).Emission parameters for stationary sources are SOX, NOX & PM and for process are PM. Cyclone Separator and bag filter will be provided to control the process emissions. The emission quality from stationary and process sources will be below the applicable norms for the parameters.
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C. Solid/Hazardous wastes: Total Used Oil will be 50 Lit/Yr and will be disposed by selling to GPCB approved vendors. Total Discarded Containers will be 250 nos./day and Disposal on sale to GPCB approved scrape dealers as scrap. Resin Residue from wet process will be 200 kg/Month and To be reused in next batch preparation 11.2 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS& MITIGATIONS The present environmental impact assessment study has been conducted for the proposed expansion. All necessary details of proposed project has been studied & referred carefully to determine the anticipated impacts of the proposed project. The baseline environment status established during the study has also been considered for determination and assessment of anticipated impact of the project. After impact assessment study necessary mitigations measures to minimise and/or eliminate the identified impacts of the project. The summary of the Impacts Assessment study as well as planning of mitigation measures for anticipated impacts are described in subsequent paragraphs under respective headings. Anticipated Impacts A. Ambient environment The identified main sources of impacts of the project are utility (DG set, TFH) and process (Trimming Machine, Sanding Machine and Forming) emission. The pollutants emitted from these sources are PM, SOx, NOx, CO. The accidental release of chemicals due to spill, leak or escaping during transportation, Materials storage & handling and manufacturing process, may result in increased level of the above said pollutants and it will affect the air quality & health of people/animal of surrounding area. The effect of the pollutants on human and fauna may occur cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, burning sensation in the throat and sub sternal area, nausea or vomiting, ocular and nasal irritation, choking, muscle weakness, dizziness, abdominal discomfort, and headache etc. the impact may also occur as respiratory problem, asthma, bronchitis, allergic condition, effects on vision etc. air pollution and poor air quality may result in depletion of flora, damage leaves and flowers as well as seed etc. Detailed modelling for air quality change has been done to ascertain the level of change of these pollutants. It has been found that Maximum Resultant GLC from the proposed expansion project would be 0.42 for PM2.5, 1.68 for PM10, 0.99 for SOx, 7.91 for NOx, 0.01 for CO. This indicates that there would not be any major considerable change in ambient air quality. B. Noise & vibration The main sources of noise pollutions from the projects are machineries like crusher, dryer etc. In work place exposure to these sources will be high due to continuous operation of manufacturing process. Head ache is most likely to occur in employee engaged in this area. Also up on long time, such regular exposure may result in hearing impairment of the employee engaged in this area. Transportation of raw material and products will increase the movements of truck which in turn will increase the noise level. The increased noise level in such way will have effects on sleeping of people as well as fauna of the transport route. C. Water environment: During operation & commissioning phase, major impacts are noticed in case of transportation activities, materials storage & handling, manufacturing process, hazardous/solid waste management activities and Breakdown & maintenance of control equipment. As there will not be any industrial effluent generation the only wastewater will be from domestic activities and it will impact the ground water quality if it not properly treated before disposal. However, it has been noticed that proponent will implement 100% recycling/reuse scheme for wastewater management hence such impacts will not occur in normal course of operation of the unit. Impact of manufacturing process on ground water environment is due to Faulty operations or catastrophic incident occur in process area. Due to Hazardous & solid waste management activities, impacts are likely to arise. As the water environment is likely to occur due to seepage of leachate from hazardous waste (Resin Residue &Used Oil) in soil. As a result of such incident, increased toxicity of affected groundwater will result in toxic effects on human and other animals consuming this groundwater as well as flora irrigated with the contaminated groundwater, which can be very serious for health and even can result in fatality depending up on the toxicity level & type of toxicant present in leachate .Beside above said impacts due to contamination of water, negative reversible & controllable impact ay occur on
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Mitigation Measures: A. Ambient Environment Trimming Machine, Sanding Machine and Forming shall be provided with APCD respectively with Cyclone Separator and Bag filter Properly designed enclosed storage vessels made of suitable materials for butyl alcohol, & formaldehyde CPCB approved DG Set, only to be used during power failure. Adequate height of the stacks shall be attached to DG Sets and Thermo pack. Regular Monitoring as per monitoring plan. B. Noise & vibration Proper non-vibrating foundation, rubber padding and Regular maintenance of the equipment & machineries including static /dynamic balancing & lubrication for rotating/vibrating equipment/machinery Housing in closed area and/or acoustic enclosures & silencers for high noise generating equipment/machinery. Barriers wherever required/possible. C. Water Environment Impervious lining of floor of chemical storage and production area with all necessary arrangement of prevention of spread up and collection of spilled/leaked materials Roof top Rainwater harvesting program and use of harvested rainwater to meet water requirement of unit or groundwater recharging if permitted by concern authority Water requirement shall be met only from existing bore wells. Septic tank/ Soak pit for domestic wastewater. D. Landuse Greenbelt development in and around premises. Measures for protection of vegetation area from fire hazards. E. Soil Quality Domestic waste water should be disposed off only through adequate septic tank and then soaks pit. Hazardous waste disposal as per regulatory provision Proper impervious lining in material storage area as well as production area Proper air pollution control system to control the gaseous pollutant &dust emission of the project. All mitigation measures as suggested by respective FAEs (of AP, AQ, WP, RH) Transportation activities shall be done with provision of all necessary safety measures F. Ecology & Diversity All necessary control & measures for prevention of release of toxic contaminants from project as well as for prevention of pollution due to emissions of the project Safety measures & action plan for prevention of spreading of toxic materials being transported Creation &Maintenance of dense greenbelt in and around the company premises. No disposal of solid & hazardous waste on land and in water bodies. G. Socioeconomics Mitigation and control/ prevention measures for prevention & control of environmental pollution and hazards & risk Regular medical check-up and Proper public relation to prevent conflicts with local people Regular CSR activity for Social welfare &upliftment of local people H. Work Environment
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Non-slippery Floor of plant & storage and be ensured that there is no liquid spilled on floor. Safety measures like safety guard around rotating part for all rotating equipment/machineries Proper ergonomic condition to ensure safe & non-tiring work place conditions Lifting & shifting of all heavy materials shall be done using trolley or fork lift. Chemical safety plan shall be prepared & implemented before commissioning & routine operation of the plant. RA study for the proposed project shall be conducted & all necessary hazard/risk control/prevention measures shall be implemented before erection & commissioning of plant. (RA Study is conducted for proposed project, Refer Chapter-7, Section: 7.3) Proper storage shall be provided for all hazardous materials and there shall be adequate isolation between two materials as required for safe storage condition. All fittings in area having flammable materials shall be flameproof and all necessary fire-fighting facilities shall be ensured in this area. In all area first aid kit shall be available. All necessary PPEs, Safety & emergency equipment shall be provided for all concern employee in all areas Disaster management plan shall be prepared & all necessary arrangement for emergency action plan shall be provided well before commissioning of plant. Regular occupational health check program shall be conducted. Pre-employment & Annual post- employment health check-up of all employee shall be done. Health check of affected employee shall be done when any employee is significantly exposed to hazardous material.
11.3 CONCLUSION It has been revealed from impact assessment study that the continuous impacts due to process &utility emissions, water consumption, and occupational hazards are of main concern for the EIA study for the proposed project. However, it is marked that the impacts of the emission from thermopack and DG sets will be acceptable & insignificant as adequate stack height will be provided, and agro waste is being used for thermopack. Diesel is used as fuel in DG set, and confirming the CPCB Standards. For process emission appropriate cyclone separator and bag filter will be provide as a control measure. There is no industrial effluent from the project domestic waste water will disposed off through septic tank. Further, hazardous waste generation from proposed project will be, used oil, discarded containers/barrels/ bags and process residue which will be managed as per regulatory requirement. The used oil & empty containers/bags/drums will be sold to GPCB approved vendors .Process residue will be reused in next batch preparation. Thus considerable major impacts of hazardous waste generation & management are not anticipated from proposed project. In addition to these, it has been anticipated that significant impacts are likely to occur due to the hazards associated with the industrial operations and hazardous chemicals of the project. It is revealed in risk assessment study that the impacts of hazards associated with proposed project is likely to be major in case of catastrophes only. Minor incidents of spill/leak will not have serious impacts on occupational health & safety but will be controllable with adequate safety practices & preventive measures. However, continuous exposure of employees to some toxic chemicals may lead to some health issues which need to be controlled by efficient occupational health management program & activities.
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CHAPTER: 12 DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANT ENGAGED
12.1. ABOUT UNISTAR ENVIRONMENT & RESEARCH LABS PVT. LTD. Unistar Environment And Research Labs Private Limited is a company registered under the companies Act in India (Vapi, Gujarat) to provide efficient and economical services in the areas of environmental pollution control/ monitoring and chemical analysis & research activities to various industries and institutions. Unistar Environment and Research Labs Private Limited is a service providing organization rendering a wide range of environment pollution control related services.
Unistar Environment And Research Labs Private Limited is a growing environmental pollution control service providing company having a team of qualified and experienced persons from various disciplines to handle complex assignments. In addition, we have a pool of highly qualified experts from related and specialized fields to draw upon should an assignment dictate so. The organization has a sufficing infrastructure along with a fully equipped laboratory and field staff.
The client list includes some of the foremost industry houses in India, mainly in the area of pharmaceuticals, Personal care products, Metal and Metal Processing, Textile processing, Paper manufacturing, Dyes and Intermediates, Specialty chemicals, Engineering (Fabrication, surface Treatment, coating and assembling), Plastics and Packaging, Hotels, various miscellaneous industrial units and government and semi-government departments.
The company aims to provide effective and optimum environment management systems for treatment & control of gaseous emissions, water, wastewater and hazardous waste.
Vision – To establish a strong technical foothold in the area of environmental pollution control, Monitoring, Chemical testing and Research. Mission - to provide reliable and economical solution in timely manner that best meets the individual concerns for each client. Our Services - M/s. Unistar Environment and Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. provide the following services in the field of environment:
Consultancy Services: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Study. Treatability/Feasibility study to establish Effluent Treatment Scheme. Study of pollution control system and its adequacy & efficacy. Environmental Audit of the industrial units. Environmental studies and reports. Legal and Technical assistance to comply with environmental legislations.
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Environmental Monitoring Services: Post Environment Clearance monitoring programs. Potable water testing as per IS 10500: 2012 and WHO standard. Chemical & Microbial monitoring and analysis of Water & Waste Water. Hazardous and non-hazardous Solid Wastes and soil samples monitoring and analysis. Ambient Air quality, Work place, Flue gas stack, process gas stack emission, Ambient Noise level Monitoring. Analytical testing of all kind of chemicals, metals, etc.
Engineering Services: Designing, Erection and Commissioning of ETP and STP. Designing, Erection and Commissioning of APCD. Operation & Maintenance of ETP and STP.
Introducing Our Additional Services: Education and training in the area of Energy, Safety, Health, Various CSR activities and Environment. CSR Activity plan or Proposal and implementation, documentation and reporting. Carry out Social Need Assessment study. Conducting CSR Audits.
Recognition 1) MoEF&CC (Govt. Of India) Recognized Environmental Laboratory under the Environment (Protection) Act-1986. 2) GPCB (Govt. Of Gujarat) Recognized Environmental Auditor. (Schedule- II) 3) QCI-NABET Accredited Consultant Organization under the “Scheme for Accreditation of EIA Consultant Organization (Version 3)” 4) NABL (ISO/IEC 17025: 2005) Accredited Testing Laboratory. 5) OSHAS 18001:2007 certified Occupational Health & Safety Management System. 6) ISO 9001: 2015 certified company.
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Annexure-I
Awarded TOR & its compliance status ANNEXURE- Awarded TOR Letter& TOR Compliance Status
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POINT WISE TABULAR COMPLIANCE OF AWARDED TOR
The project authority gave a detailed presentation on the salient features of the proposed project and suggested environmental protection measures to be undertaken along with the draft Term of References for the preparation of EIA/EMP report during 28th EAC (Industry -2) meeting held during 20thSeptember, 2017. The committee prescribed Specific TOR in addition to Generic TOR provided at Annexure-I (refer to Ministry’s website) for preparation of EIA/EMP report vide TOR letter No. J-11011/284/2017-IA.II(I) dated 25/09/2017 issued by MoEF&CC, New Delhi. M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. is an existing Company having its unit located at S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2, Haripar- Kerala Road,Village- Bela (Rangpar),-363642, Dist.& Tal. : Morbi (Gujarat, involved in the manufacturing of Particle Board @1500 MT/month. Now, the unit proposes to increase the manufacturing capacity of existing products within its existing premises @2400 MT/Month with addition of new products Synthetic Organic resins (bonding glue) @850 MT/month. The Committee has noted that the proposed project is an Organic chemical manufacturing unit falling under category 5 (f)-A which is to be developed in the existing unit situated outside the notified industrial area/ estate. Hence, public hearing is required to be conducted as per the guidelines of SO 1533. All points of TORs issued by MoEF&CC has been addressed in the study and covered in the present EIA report under respective heading. The tabular point-wise compliance status of the issued TOR is presented below:
ToR ToR description Compliance status & Remark No. A. Specific TOR i. Public consultation to be conducted as per the EIA It will be conducted after getting permission from Notification, 2006. GPCB ii. For ground water abstraction, Permission from the We have applied for ground water abstraction concerned regulatory authority/ CGWA shall be permission from the CGWA. The application letter obtained. has been attached as Annexure-VI(C) iii. ESR plan for 5 years @ 5% of the project cost in ESR plan has been prepared and attached as consolation with nearby villagers to be submitted. Annexure -IV iv. Layout plan earmarking space for development of The greenbelt will be created in open land to green belt of 5 widths along the plant periphery, and develop greenbelt in around 2038.43 m2 area of also ensuring 33% of the project area to be total land of project. In addition to this, company developed as green area with native species is also participating in greenbelt development plantation. program conducted by Gram panchayat of surrounding area. The company is also planned to utilize the waste & barren land for plantation, as it doesn’t have 5mt spaces all around periphery and land is not available for acquisition to develop greenbelt of 5mt
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B. Standard TOR for Synthetic Organic Chemicals Industry 1. Executive Summary Complied Executive Summary has been prepared and will be provided with the EIA report 2. Introduction i. Details of the EIA Consultant including NABET Complied accreditation Details of the Details of the EIA Consultant including NABET accreditation have been given in the EIA Report Chapter 12 ii. Information about the project proponent Complied Project proponent information has been provided in EIA Report Chapter 1, Section 1.1.2. iii. Importance and benefits of the project Complied Importance and benefits of the project are described in the EIA Report Chapter 8 3. Project Description i. Cost of project and time of completion. Complied Detailed Cost of project has been given in the EIA Report Chapter 2, Section 2.2.6 ii. Products with capacities for the proposed Complied project. Products with capacities for the proposed project have been given in the EIA report Chapter 2, Section 2.1.1. iii. If expansion project, details of existing products Complied with capacities and whether adequate land is Details are provided in the EIA report Chapter 2, available for expansion, reference of earlier EC if Section 2.1.1. No additional land is required for any. the proposed expansion details given in the chapter 2 of EIA Report in the section of 2.2.1 iv. List of raw materials required and their source Complied along with mode of transportation. List of raw materials required and their source v. Other chemicals and materials required with along with mode of transportation have been quantities and storage capacities provided in EIA Report Chapter 2, Section 2.3.1. vi. Details of Emission, effluents, hazardous waste Complied generation and their management. Details of Emission, effluents, hazardous waste generation and their management are described in EIA Report Chapter 2, Section 2.4 vii. Requirement of water, power, with source of Complied supply, status of approval, water balance Requirement of water, power, with source of diagram, man-power requirement (regular and supply, status of approval, water balance diagram, contract) man-power requirement (regular and contract) are given in the EIA Report Chapter 2, Section 2.2, Fig: 2.4. viii. Process description along with major Complied equipments and machineries, process flow sheet Process description along with process flow sheet (quantitative) from raw material to products to (quantitative) from raw material to products and be provided details of major equipments and machineries have been provided in the EIA Report Chapter 2, Section 2.3.2 and 2.2.4. ix. Hazard identification and details of proposed Complied safety systems. Hazard identification and details of proposed safety systems have been provided in the Risk Assessment report enclosed in the EIA Report in
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Chapter-7, Section:7.3. x. Expansion/modernization proposals: c. Copy of all the Environmental Clearance(s) including Amendments thereto obtained for the project from MOEF/SEIAA shall be attached as
an Annexure. A certified copy of the latest The existing unit has to obtained environmental Monitoring Report of the Regional Office of the clearance. As the existing product does not Ministry of Environment and Forests as per required environmental clearance. Copy of circular dated 30th May, 2012 on the status of consent to establish & operate has been attached compliance of conditions stipulated in all the as Annexure-II existing environmental clearances including
Amendments shall be provided. In addition,
status of compliance of Consent to Operate for
the ongoing existing operation of the project
from SPCB shall be attached with the EIA-EMP
report.
d. In case the existing project has not obtained
environmental clearance, reasons for not taking
EC under the provisions of the EIA Notification
1994 and/or EIA Notification 2006 shall be
provided. Copies of Consent to Establish/No
Objection Certificate and Consent to Operate (in
case of units operating prior to EIA Notification
2006, CTE and CTO of FY 2005-2006) obtained from the SPCB shall be submitted. Further, compliance report to the conditions of consents from the SPCB shall be submitted. 4. Site Details: i. Location of the project site covering village, Complied Taluka/Tehsil, District and State, Justification for Location of the project site covering village, selecting the site, whether other sites were Taluka/Tehsil, District and State, Justification for considered. selecting the site, whether other sites were considered are mentioned in the EIA report Chapter 1, Section 1.2.3, Chapter 2, Section 2.1.3 and Chapter 5, Section 5.2 ii. A toposheet of the study area of radius of 10km Complied and site location on 1:50,000/1:25,000 scale on Toposheet of the project site is enclosed as an A3/A2 sheet. (including all eco-sensitive areas Annexure-VI(B) and environmentally sensitive places) iii. Details w.r.t. option analysis for selection of site Complied Details are provided in the EIA Report Chapter 5, Section 5.2 iv. Co-ordinates (lat-long) of all four corners of the Latitude Longitude site. S. No. : 441/P 1 & 2 1 22.930428° 70.841691° 2 22.930265° 70.841227° 3 22.926054° 70.842151° 4 22.926148° 70.842624°
v. Google map-Earth downloaded of the project Complied site. Given in the EIA report Chapter 3 Fig: 3.9 vi. Layout maps indicating existing unit as well as Complied proposed unit indicating storage area, plant Given in the EIA report Chapter 2 Fig: 2.3.
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area, greenbelt area, utilities etc. If located within an Industrial area/Estate/Complex, layout of Industrial Area indicating location of unit within the Industrial area/Estate. vii. Photographs of the proposed and existing (if Complied applicable) plant site. If existing, show Photographs of existing unit are given in the photographs of plantation/greenbelt, in Chapter 2, fig:2.2 particular. viii. Land use break-up of total land of the project Complied site (identified and acquired), government/ Land use break-up has been provided in the EIA private - agricultural, forest, wasteland, water Report Chapter 2, Section: 2.2.1 bodies, settlements, etc shall be included. (not required for industrial area) ix. A list of major industries with name and type Complied within study area (10km radius) shall be There is no large scale industries in study area. incorporated. Land use details of the study area However it has been noticed that there are many small & medium scale industries engaged in ceramic and laminate production. Land use details are described in the Report, Chapter 3, Section3.10 and fig:3.10 x. Geological features and Geo-hydrological status Complied of the study area shall be included. Geological features and Geo-hydrological status of the study area are included in EIA report Chapter 3, Section 3.7. xi. Details of Drainage of the project up to 5km Not Applicable radius of study area. If the site is within 1 km As the proposed project is not mega green field radius of any major river, peak and lean season project river discharge as well as flood occurrence frequency based on peak rainfall data of the past 30 years. Details of Flood Level of the project site and maximum Flood Level of the river shall also be provided. (mega green field projects) xii. Status of acquisition of land. If acquisition is not Not Applicable complete, stage of the acquisition process and Land acquisition is not required as the expansion expected time of complete possession of the project will be in the existing premises land.
xiii. R&R details in respect of land in line with state Not Applicable Government policy. As the proposed project is within the existing premises 5. Forest and wildlife related issues (if applicable): i. Permission and approval for the use of forest land (forestry clearance), if any, and recommendations of the State Forest Department. (if applicable) ii. Landuse map based on High resolution satellite Not Applicable imagery (GPS) of the proposed site delineating No need of any forestry clearance the forestland (in case of projects involving forest land more than 40 ha) iii. Status of Application submitted for obtaining the stage I forestry clearance along with latest status shall be submitted. iv. The projects to be located within 10 km of the Not Applicable
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National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Nearest wildlife sanctuary Wild Ass Sanctuary is Migratory Corridors of Wild Animals, the project situated >10 km proponent shall submit the map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden-thereon. v. Wildlife Conservation Plan duly authenticated by Wildlife Conservation Plan is enclosed as the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State Annexure-V of the EIA Report Government for conservation of Schedule I fauna, if any exists in the study area. vi. Copy of application submitted for clearance Not Applicable under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, to the No need of any forestry clearance Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife 6. Environmental Studies i. Determination of atmospheric inversion level at Complied the project site and site-specific All Micro- meteorology details has been described micrometeorological data using temperature, in EIA Report, Chapter 3, Section 3.3 and the relative humidity, hourly wind speed and details of inversion as Mixing Height has been direction and rainfall. described in EIA Report, Chapter 4, Section 4.4.1. ii. AAQ data (except monsoon) at 8 locations for Complied PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOX, CO and other AAQ study has been conducted in 8 location parameters relevant to the project shall be within the study area of 10 km as specified in TOR collected. The monitoring stations shall be based All data of AAQ has been provided in EIA Report CPCB guidelines and take into account the pre- Chapter 3, Section 3.4. dominant wind direction, population zone and sensitive receptors including reserved forests. iii. Raw data of all AAQ measurement for 12 weeks Complied of all stations as per frequency given in the All data of AAQ has been provided in EIA Report NAQQM Notification of Nov. 2009 along with - Chapter 3, Section 3.4. min., max., average and 98% values for each of the AAQ parameters from data of all AAQ stations should be provided as an annexure to the EIA Report. iv. Surface water quality of nearby River (100m Complied upstream and downstream of discharge point) Surface water quality study has been done and and other surface drains at eight locations as per details enclosed in EIA report Chapter 3,Section- CPCB/ MoEF&CC guidelines. 3.6 v. Whether the site falls near to polluted stretch of No river identified by the CPCB/MoEF&CC, if yes give details. vi. Ground water monitoring at minimum at 8 Complied locations shall be included. Ground water monitoring at 8 location has been done as per specified TOR and details given in the EIA report Chapter 3, Section 3.6 vii. Noise levels monitoring at 8 locations within the Complied study area. Noise levels monitoring at 8 locations within the study area location has been done as per specified TOR and details given in the EIA report Chapter 3, Section 3.5 viii. Soil Characteristic as per CPCB guidelines. Complied Details are enclosed in the EIA Report Chapter 3,
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Section 3.8 ix. Traffic study of the area, type of vehicles, Complied frequency of vehicles for transportation of Traffic study of the area has been done and the materials, additional traffic due to proposed same is given in the EIA Report chapter4, Section: project, parking arrangement etc. 4.4.8 x. Detailed description of flora and fauna Complied (terrestrial and aquatic) existing in the study Detailed description of flora and fauna existing in area shall be given with special reference to the study area are given with special reference to rare, endemic and endangered species. If rare, endemic and endangered species in EIA Schedule-I fauna are found within the study report Chapter 3, Section 3.9. area, a Wildlife Conservation Plan shall be prepared and furnished. xi. Socio-economic status of the study area. Complied Provided in the EIA Report Chapter 3, Section 3.11 7. Impact and Environment Management Plan i. Assessment of ground level concentration of Complied pollutants from the stack emission based on site- Cumulative impact of all sources of emissions specific meteorological features. In case the (including transportation) on the AAQ of the area project is located on a hilly terrain, the AQIP has been assessed. The details of the model used Modelling shall be done using inputs of the and the input data used for modelling have been specific terrain characteristics for determining provided in the EIA report, Chapter 4, Section the potential impacts of the project on the AAQ. 4.4.1. Cumulative impact of all sources of emissions (including transportation) on the AAQ of the area shall be assessed. Details of the model used and the input data used for modelling shall also be provided. The air quality contours shall be plotted on a location map showing the location of project site, habitation nearby, sensitive receptors, if any. ii. Water Quality modelling - in case of discharge in Not Applicable water body No discharge in water body iii. Impact of the transport of the raw materials and Complied end products on the surrounding environment The impacts of the transportation have been shall be assessed and provided. In this regard, studied for the proposed project and have been options for transport of raw materials and addressed in EIA Report, Chapter-4, Section 4.4.8 finished products and wastes (large quantities) by rail or rail-cum road transport or conveyor- cum-rail transport shall be examined. iv. A note on treatment of wastewater from Complied different plant operations, extent recycled and The impacts of the wastewater and its reused for different purposes shall be included. management have been studied for the Complete scheme of effluent treatment. proposed project and have been addressed in Characteristics of untreated and treated effluent EIA Report, Chatter-2, Section 2.4.2. to meet the prescribed standards of discharge under E(P) Rules. v. Details of stack emission and action plan for Details of stack emission and action plan for control of emissions to meet standards. control of emissions to meet standards are given in the EIA Report in Chapter 2, Section 2.4.1 and Chapter-10, Section 10.4.1. vi. Measures for fugitive emission control Complied fugitive emission controls are mentioned in the EIA Report Chapter-2, section 2.4.1
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vii. Details of hazardous waste generation and their Complied storage, utilization and management. Copies of Details of hazardous waste generation and their MOU regarding utilization of solid and hazardous storage, utilization and management have been waste in cement plant shall also be included. given in the EIA Report, Chapter 2 Section 2.4.3. EMP shall include the concept of waste- MoU has not been signed as there is no plan for minimization, recycle/reuse/recover techniques, utilization of waste in cement plant. Energy conservation, and natural resource The detailed EMP including all necessary aspect of conservation. environmental protection & preservation has been presented in EIA report, Chapter-10, Section: 10.4.7 viii. Proper utilization of fly ash shall be ensured as Not Applicable per Fly Ash Notification, 2009. A detailed plan of No use of coal in the existing as well proposed action shall be provided. project ix. Action plan for the green belt development plan Complied in 33 % area i.e. land with not less than 1,500 Detailed Green belt development plan has been trees per ha. Giving details of species, width of given in the EIA Report in Chapter 10, Section plantation, planning schedule etc. shall be 10.4.10 included. The green belt shall be around the project boundary and a scheme for greening of the roads used for the project shall also be incorporated. x. Action plan for rainwater harvesting measures at Complied plant site shall be submitted to harvest Detailed Rainwater Harvesting plan has been rainwater from the roof tops and storm water given in the EIA Report in Chapter 10, Section drains to recharge the ground water and also to 10.4.13 use for the various activities at the project site to conserve fresh water and reduce the water requirement from other sources. xi. Total capital cost and recurring cost/annum for Complied environmental pollution control measures shall Total capital cost and recurring cost/annum for be included. environmental pollution control measures are included in the EIA Report Chapter 10, Section 10.2 xii. Action plan for post-project environmental Complied monitoring shall be submitted. Details of the post Environmental Monitoring program has been given in the EIA Report, Chapter 6. xiii. Onsite and Offsite Disaster (natural and Man- Complied made) Preparedness and Emergency Risk Assessment study has been done and Management Plan including Risk Assessment enclosed in EIA Report, Chapter-7, Section: 7.3. and damage control. Disaster management plan should be linked with District Disaster Management Plan. 8. Occupational health i. Plan and fund allocation to ensure the Complied occupational health & safety of all contract and Details are enclosed in the EIA report Chapter 10, casual workers Section 10.4.8. ii. Details of exposure specific health status Complied evaluation of worker. If the workers' health is Workers health check-up is included in the post being evaluated by pre designed format, chest x monitoring plan, details are enclosed in the EIA rays, Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision testing (Far report Chapter 6, Section 6.2; EMP details are & Near vision, colour vision and any other ocular given in the Chapter 10, Section 10.4.8 and in defect) ECG, during pre-placement and chemical safety plan& MSDS of RA Report
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periodical examinations give the details of the (Chapter-7, Section: 7.3). same. Details regarding last month analysed data of above mentioned parameters as per age, sex, duration of exposure and department wise. iii. Details of existing Occupational & Safety Complied Hazards. What are the exposure levels of Details are enclosed in the EIA report Chapter 10, hazards and whether they are within Permissible Section 10.4.8 and Chapter-7, Section: 7.3 Exposure level (PEL). If these are not within PEL, what measures the company has adopted to keep them within PEL so that health of the workers can be preserved, iv. Annual report of health status of workers with Complied special reference to Occupational Health and Employees health check-up will be conducted in a Safety. regular basis and Records/Register are will be maintained. 9. Corporate Environment Policy i. Does the company have a well laid down Complied Environment Policy approved by its Board of Details of Environmental Policy as well as Directors? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA Hierarchical System & Reporting etc. for EMS have report. been included in the EIA Report Chapter 10, ii. Does the Environment Policy prescribe for Section 10.1 & 10.3. standard operating process / procedures to bring into focus any infringement / deviation / violation of the environmental or forest norms / conditions? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA. iii. What is the hierarchical system or Administrative order of the company to deal with the environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the environmental clearance conditions? Details of this system may be given. iv. Does the company have system of reporting of non-compliances / violations of environmental norms to the Board of Directors of the company and / or shareholders or stakeholders at large? This reporting mechanism shall be detailed in the EIA report 10. Details regarding infrastructure facilities such as Complied sanitation, fuel, restroom etc. to be provided to the Company will provide necessary infrastructure labour force during construction as well as to the facilities to the local labour during implementation as well operation phase casual workers including truck drivers during operation phase. 11. Enterprise Social Commitment (ESC) i. Adequate funds (at least 2.5 % of the project Complied cost) shall be earmarked towards the Enterprise Environmental Management Plan of socio- Social Commitment based on Public Hearing economic issue and Budgetary Provision have issues and item-wise details along with time been provided in the EIA Report, Chapter 10, bound action plan shall be included. Socio- Section: 10.4.11.CSR is enclosed as Annexure IV of economic development activities need to be EIA Report. elaborated upon. 12. Any litigation pending against the project and/or any There is no litigation pending against the project direction/order passed by any Court of Law against and/or any direction/order passed by any Court of the project, if so, details thereof shall also be Law against the project. M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. 10
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included. Has the unit received any notice under the The unit has not received any notice under the Section 5 of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 or Section 5 of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 or relevant Sections of Air and Water Acts? If so, details relevant Sections of Air and Water Acts. thereof and compliance/ATR to the notice(s) and present status of the case. 13. A tabular chart with index for point wise compliance Complied of above TOR. Present Document (Annexure-I of EIA Report)
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Annexure-II
CC& A Compliance Report L GUJARAT POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD PARYAVARAN BHAVAN Sector 10-A, Gandhinagar 382 010 Phone : (079) 23226295 Fax: (079) 23232156 Website, : www.gpcb.gov.in
BY- R.P.A.D. In exercise of the power conferred under Section-25 of the Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act-1974. under Section-21 of the Air (Preventio>l & Control of Pollution) Act-1981 and Authorization under rule 5(4) of the Hazardous Waste (Management, Handling &Transboundry Movement) Rules 2008 framed under the Environmental (Protection) Act-1986.
And whereas Board has received consolidated consent application Inward Id nO.105974 date:28/03/2016 for the Consolidated Consent and Authorization (CC & A) of this Board under the provisions/rules of the aforesaid Acts, Consents & Authorization are hereby granted as under:
CONSENTS AND AUTHORIZATION: (Under the provisions/Rules of the aforesaid en~ironmental acts)
To, M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt Ltd (47173) Plot no: Sr No. 441 /Pl. & 2. Haripar - Kerala Road, Vill- Bela (Rangpar) Bela (Rangpar) -363642 Ta- Dist-Morbi
1 Consent Order NO.A WH- 79106 date of issue: 22/05/2016. 2. The Consent shall be valid up to 31/12/2020 for use of outlet for the discharge of trade effluent and emission due to operation of industrial plant for manufacturing of the following items/products.
Product Plain Particle Board (Vibgyor Board)
3. Specific Conditions: 3.1 Unit shall not installed Resin plant without prior Environment clearance from MoEF/ Concern Authority. 3.2 Resin Shall be purchased from the industry which have valid consent of the Board. 3.3 Unit shall install bag filter as APCM with TFH within one Month.
4. CONDITIONS UNDER WATER ACT 1974: 4.1. The quantity of the fresh water consumption for industrial purpose shall not exceed 5 KLPD. 4.2. The quantity of the fresh water consumption for domestic purpose shall not exceed 2 KLPD. 4.3. The quantity of the industrial effluent trom the manufacturing process and other ancillary industrial operation shall be "NiI"' as the industrial effluent generated shall be completely reused/recycled after giving proper treatment in their own ETP. 4.4 The quantity of the domestic waste water (Sewage) shall not exceed I KLPD. 4.5. Sewage shall be disposed off through septic tank/soak pit system. 4.6. The industry shall provide Collection c~ettling tanks of sufficient size and number with fix pump and pipe line. L
Outward No:357621,31/05/2016 Clean Gujarat Green Gujarat . ISO-9001-2008 & 180-14001 - 2004 Certified Organisation 5. CONDiTIONS UNDER THEAIRACT-1981: 5.1 The following shall be used as fuel:
Sr. Fuel Quantity ~ I. H.S.D 50 Lit/Hr 2. Lignite/ Coall Agro Waste 10 MT/day -- ,
5.2 The applicant shall install & operate air pollution control system in order to achieve norms prescribed below. 5.3 The flue gas emission through stack shall conform to the following standards:
Stack Stack Stack height APCM Parameter No. attached to In meter Permissible Limit I Boiler+ 30 M Bag Filter Particulate matter 150 mgfNM T.F.H SO, 100 ppm NO, 50 ppm 2 D.G. Sets 9M -- (500 KYA Cap)
5.4 The minimum height of stack to be provided with each of the generator set shall be H=h+02>1(KYA)I!' where H=Total stack height in meters, h=height of the building in meters where or by the side of which the generator set is installed. . 5.5 Noise from D.G. Set shall be controlled by providing an acoustic enclosure or by treating the room acoustically, at the users end. ' 5.6 The acoustic enclosure of acoustic treatment of the room shall be designed for minimum 25 dB(A) insertion loss or for meeting the ambient noise standers, whichever is on the higher side (if the actual ambient noise is on the higher side, it may not be possible to check the performance of the acoustic enclosure /acoustic treatment. Under such circumstances the performance may be checked for noise reduction up to actual ambient noise level, preferably, in the night time). The measurement for Insertion loss may be done at different points at 0.5 m from the acoustic enclosure/room and then averaged. 5.7 The D.G. Set shall be provided with proper exhaust muffler with insertion loss of minimum 25 dB (A). 5.8 All efforts shall be made to bring down the noise levels due to the D.G. Set, outside the premises, within the ambient noise requirements by proper sitting and control measures. 5.9 Installation of a D.G. Sets must be strictly in compliance with the recommendation of the D.G. Set manufacturer. 5.10 A proper routine and preventive maintenance procedure for the D.G. Set should be set and followed in consultation with the D.G. Set manufacturer which would help prevent noise levels of the D.G. Set from deteriorating with use. 5.11 There shall be no process emission from the manufacturing process as well as any other ancillary process 5.12 The applicant shall provide portholes. radder, platform etc. at chimney(s) for monitoring the air emissions and the same shall be open for inspection toland for use of Board's staff. The chi,mney(s) vents attached to various sources of emission shall~designed by numbers such as S-I, S-2 etc. and these shall be painted/ displayed to facilitate identificati L_
Outward No:357621,31/05/2016 GUJARAT POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD PARYAVARAN BHAVAN Sector 10-A, Gandhinagar 382 010 Phone : (079) 23226295 Fax: (079) 23232156 Website : www.gpcb.gov.in
5.13 The concentration of the following parameters in the ambient air within the premises of the industry shall not exceed the limits specified hereunder.
PARAMETER PERMISSIBLE LIMIT (ugl M I Annual 24 hrs Average Particulate matter-I 0 (PM,o) 60 100 Particulate matter-2.5 (PM, 5) 40 60 SO, 50 80 NOx 40 80 3. CONDITIONS UNDER HAZARDOUS WASTE: AUTHORISATION FOR THE MANAGEMENT & HANDLING OF HAZARDOUS WASTES Form- 2 (See rule 5 (4) Mis. Sun Particle Board Pvt Ltd (47173) Manufactories here granted authorization to operate facility for following hazardous waste on the premises situated at. Plot no: Sr No. 441/P I. & 2. Haripar - Kerala Road. Vill- Bela (Rangpar). Bela (Ranl\,par) -363642 Ta- Dist-M.orbi
Sr. Waste Quantity Schedule Facility , No (MTlYr.) I
I. Used Spent Oil 0.500 1/5.1 Collection. Storage. Transportation and disposal to the authorized Re-cyclerl Re-processors reuse in plant machinery as lubricant. 2. Discarded Containersl 2.000 1/33.3 Collection. Storage. Transportation and Barrelsl liners disposal to the authorized Re- contaminated with cyclerl Re-processors after Hazardous Wastel decontamination. Chemical 6.2 I he authorization shall be valid up to 31/1212020 6.3 The authorization is subject to the condilions stated below and such other conditions as may be specified in the rules from time to time under the Environment (Protection) Act-1986 a) The applicant shall comply with the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act-1986 and the rules made there under. b) The authorization or its renewal shall be produced for inspection at the request of an officer authorized by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board. c) The persons authorized shall not rent. lend. sell. and transfer or otherwise transport the hazardous wastes without obtaining prior permission of the Gujarat Pollution Control Board. d) Any unauthorized change in personnel. equipment or working conditions as mentioned in the authorization order by the persons authorized shall constitute a beach of this authorization. e) It is the duty of the authorized person to take prior permission of the Gujarat Pollution Control Board to close down the facility. f) An application for the renewal of an authorization shall be made as laid down under Haz.-Waste (Management. Handling & Transboundary Movement) Rules. 2008. g) Any other conditions for compliance as per theeu_elincs issued by the MoEF or CPCB. 1/' /'----- Outward No:357621,31/05/2016 Clean Gujarat Green Gujarat ISO-9001-2U08 & ISO-14001 - 2004 Certified Organisation h) Industry shall submit annual report on or before 30'h day of June following to the financial year to which that return relates. i) The waste generator shall be totally responsible for (i.e. collection, storage, transportation and ultimate disposal) ofthe wastes generated. j) Records of waste generation, its management and annual return shall be submitted to Gujarat Pollution Control Board in Form-4 on or before 30'h day of June following to the financial year to which that return relates. k) In case of any accident, details of the s~me shall be submitted onForm- ]4 to Gujarat Pollution Control Board. I) As per "Public Liability Insurance Act-91" company shall get Insurance Policy, if applicable. m) Empty drums and containers of toxic and hazard material shall be treated as per guideline published for "Management & Handling of discarded containers" Records of the same shall be maintained and forwarded to Gujarat Pollution Control Board
6.4 TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HAZ(M,H&TM)RULES-2008 n) In no case of any kind of hazardous waste shall be imported without prior approval of appropriate authority. 0) In case of transport of hazardous wastes to a facility for (i.e. treatment, storage and disposal) existing in a State other than the State where hazardous wastes are generated, the occupier shall obtain 'No Objection Certificate' from the State Pollution Control Board or Committee of the concerned State of Union Territory Administration where the facility exists. p) Unit shall take all concrete measures to show tangible results in waste generation, reduction, avoidance, reuse and recycle. Actions taken in this regard shall be submitted within three months and also along with Form-4. q) Industry shall have to display tile relevant information with re~ards to hazardous waste as indicated in the Hon. Supreme Court's Order in W.P. NO.6S7 of] 99S dated 14" October, 2003. r) Industry shall have to display on-line data outside the main factory gate with reg{lfd to quantity and nature of hazardous chemicals being handled in the plant, including wastewater and air emissions and solid hazardous wastes generated within the factory premises.
7. GENERAL CONDITIONS: - 7.1 Any change in personnel, equipment or working conditions as mentioned in the consents form/order should immediately be intimated to this Board. 7.2 Whenever due to accident or other unforeseen act or ever, such emissions occur or is apprehended to occur in excess of standards laid down such information shall be forthwith reported to Board, concerned Police Station, Office of Directorate of Health Service, Department of Explosives, Inspectorate of Factories and local body. In case of failure of pollution control equipment, the production process connected to it shall be stopped. Remedial actions/measures shall be implemented immediately to bring entire situation normal. 7.3 The Environmental Management Unit/Cell shall be setup to ensure implementation on and monitoring of environmental safeguards and other conditions stipulated by statutory authorities. The Environmental Management Cell/Unit shall directly report to the ChiefExecuti~e of the organization and shall work as a focal point for internalizing environnlental issues. These cells/units also coordinate the exercise of environmental audit and preparation of environmental statements. 7.4 The Environmental audit shall be carried out yearly and the environmental sta'tements pertaining to the previous year shall be submitting to t~oard latest by 30th September every year.
Outward No:357621,31/05/2016 GUJARAT POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD PARYAVARAN BHAVAN Sector 10-A, Gandhinagar 382 010 Phone : (079) 23226295 Fax: (079) 23232156 Website : www.gpcb.gov.in , 7.5 The Board reserves the right to review and/or revoke the consent and/or make variations in the conditions, which the Board deems, fit in accordance with Section 27 of the Act. 7.6 In case of change of ownership/management the name and address of the new owners/partners/directors/proprietor should immediately be intimated to the Board. 7.7 Industry shall have to display the relevant information with regard to hazardous waste as indicated in the Hon. Supreme order in w.p. no. 657 of 1995 dated 14th October 2003. 7.8 Unit shall have to comply cleaner production practices attached here with as per Annexure-I (which ever is applicable).
For and on behalf of Gujarat Pol\.utitm Control Board
Jl/ J 'jL-·---i,\,11 G (1. D. Kalyani) Environmental Engineer
NO: GPCB/CCA/MOR·I 235/1D-47 I73/ Date:
Issued to:· M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt Ltd (47173) Plot no: Sr No. 441/P I, & 2, Haripar - Kerala Road. ViII· Bela (Rangpar) Bela (Rangpar) -363642 Ta- Dist·Morbi.
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For Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act –1988, Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act – 1981:
LIST OF PRODUCTS & PRODUCTION CAPACITY PER YEAR AS PER CONSET TO RENEWAL:
Compliance of conditions under Water Act : Order Ref. No. A WH- 79106 date of issue: 22/05/2016. Sr. CONDITION COMPLIANCE REPORT No. 1. This consent is valid up to 31/12/2020 2. The consent is valid for the manufacture of following items Sr. Name of the Product Production Capacity No. 1 Plain Particle Board (Vibgyor Board) 1500 MT/Month 3. Specific Conditions: 3.1 Unit shall not install Resin plant without prior We do comply with the Environment clearance from MoEF/ Concern condition. Authority. 3.2 Resin Shall be purchased from the industry which We are purchasing resins from has valid consent of the Board. the industry which have valid consent of the Board. 3.3 Unit shall install bag filter as APCM with TFH within We have installed bag filter as one Month. APCM with TFM 4. Condition under Water Act: 4.1 The quantity of the fresh water consumption for Fresh water consumption for industrial purpose shall not exceed 5 KLPD. industrial purpose is not exceeding 2KLD. 4.2 The quantity of the fresh water consumption for Fresh water consumption for domestic purpose shall not exceed 2 KLPD. domestic purpose is well under 2 KLPD. 4.3 The quantity of the industrial effluent from the In the existing unit, no manufacturing process and other ancillary industrial industrial effluent is generated operation shall be "NiI"' as the industrial effluent from the manufacturing generated shall be completely reused/recycled after process and other ancillary giving proper treatment in their own ETP. industrial operation. 4.4 The quantity of the domestic waste water (Sewage) We shall not exceed the shall not exceed 1 KLPD. quantity of domestic waste water (Sewage) more than 1 KLPD. 4.5 Sewage shall be disposed off through septic Domestic waste water tank/soak pit system. generated will be disposed of through Septic Tank. 4.6 The industry shall provide Collection cum settling We do comply with the tanks of sufficient size and number with fix pump condition. and pipe line 5. CONDITIONS UNDER THE AIR ACT-1981: 5.1 The following shall be used as fuel. We are using HSD for DG set Fuel Quantity and Agro waste for TFH H.S.D 50 Lit/Hr Agro Waste 10 Lit/Hr
5.2 The applicant shall install & operate air pollution We do comply with the control system in order to achieve norms prescribed condition. below. 5.3 The flue gas emission through stack shall conform to Flue gas emission through the following standards: stack shall conform to the Stack Stack Ht APCM Parame Permiss given standards attached in meter ter -ible to limit TFH 30 Bag Particul 150mg/ filter ar Nm3 DG set 9 - matter 100pp SO2 m
NOx 50ppm
5.4 The minimum height of stack to be provided with We have provided 9m stack each of the generator set shall be H=h+02√1(KVA)1/2 height to DG set calculated as where H=Total stack height in meters, h=height of per given formula. the building in meters where or by the side of which the generator set is installed. 5.5 Noise from D.G. Set shall be controlled by providing Noise from D.G. Set is an acoustic enclosure or by treating the room controlled by providing an acoustically, at the users end. acoustic enclosure at the users end 5.6 The acoustic enclosure of acoustic treatment of the We do comply with the room shall be designed for minimum 25 dB(A) condition. insertion loss or for meeting the ambient noise standers, whichever is on the higher side (if the actual ambient noise is on the higher side, it may not be possible to check the performance of the acoustic enclosure /acoustic treatment. Under such circumstances the performance may be checked for noise reduction up to actual ambient noise level, preferably, in the night time). The measurement for Insertion loss may be done at different points at 0.5 m from the acoustic enclosure/room and then averaged. 5.7 The D.G. Set shall be provided with proper exhaust The D.G. Set is provided with muffler with insertion loss of minimum 25 dB (A). proper exhaust muffler with insertion loss of minimum 25 dB (A) 5.8 All efforts shall be made to bring down the noise All efforts has been made to levels due to the D.G. Set, outside the premises, bring down the noise levels within the ambient noise requirements by proper due to the D.G. Set, outside sitting and control measures. the premises, within the ambient noise requirements by proper sitting and control measures. 5.9 Installation of a D.G. Sets must be strictly in Installation of a D.G. Sets is compliance with the recommendation of the D.G. complied with the Set manufacturer. recommendation of the D.G. Set manufacturer. 5.10 A proper routine and preventive maintenance We do comply with the procedure for the D.G. Set should be set and condition. Preventive followed in consultation with the D.G. Set maintenance procedure for manufacturer which would help prevent noise levels the D.G. Set is beinng set and of the D.G. Set from deteriorating with use. followed in consultation with the D.G. Set manufacturer to prevent noise levels of the D.G. Set from deteriorating with use. 5.11 There shall be no process emission from the There is no process emission manufacturing process as well as any other ancillary from the manufacturing process. process as well as any other ancillary process 5.12 The applicant shall provide portholes, ladder, We have taken note of the platform etc. at chimney(s) for monitoring the air same and we assure that such emissions and the same shall be open for inspection condition will not arise and we to /and for use of Board's staff. The chimney(s) agree with this condition. vents attached to various sources of emission shall be designed by numbers such as S-I, S-2 etc. and these shall be painted/displayed to facilitate identification. 5.13 The concentration of the following parameters in The concentration of the the ambient air within the premises of the industry parameters in the ambient air shall not exceed the limits specified hereunder. within the premises of the PARAMETER PERMISSIBLE LIMIT (ug/M3) industry will not exceed the Annual 24 hrs Average limits. Particulate matter-I0 60 100 (PM,10) Particulate matter-2.5 40 60 (PM, 5) SO2 50 80 NOx 40 80
6. CONDITIONS UNDER HAZARDOUS WASTE: AUTHORISATION FOR THE MANAGEMENT & HANDLING OF HAZARDOUS WASTES Form- 2 (See rule 5 (4) Sr. CONDITION COMPLIANCE REPORT No. 6.1 waste qty. schedule Facility We do comply with the (MT/Yr) condition. Used Spent 0.500 1/5.1 Collection, Oil Storage, Transportation and disposal to the authorized Re-cycler/ Re- processors reuse in plant machinery as lubricant. Discarded 2.000 1/33.3 Collection, Containers, Storage, Barrels, liners Transportation contaminated and disposal to with the authorized Hazardous Re-cycler/ Re- Waste processors after Chemical decontamination.
6.2 The authorization shall be valid up to 31/12/2020 6.3 The authorization is subject to the conditions stated We have taken note of the below and such other conditions as may be specified same and we assure that in the rules from time to time under the Environment such condition will not (Protection) Act-1986. arise and we agree with a) The applicant shall comply with the provisions of the this condition. Environment (Protection) Act-1986 and the rules made there under b) The authorization or its renewal shall be produced for inspection at the request of an officer authorized by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board. c) The persons authorized shall not rent, lend, sell, and transfer or otherwise transport the hazardous wastes without obtaining prior permission of the Gujarat Pollution Control Board. d) Any unauthorized change in personnel, equipment or working conditions as mentioned in the authorization order by the persons authorized shall constitute a beach of this authorization. e) It is the duty of the authorized person to take prior permission of the Gujarat Pollution Control Board to close down the facility. f) An application for the renewal of an authorization shall be made as laid down under Haz.-Waste (Management, Handling & Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2008. g) Any other conditions for compliance as per guidelines issued by the MoEF or CPCB. h) Industry shall submit annual report on or before 30'h day of June following to the financial year to which that return relates. i) The waste generator shall be totally responsible for (i.e. collection, storage, transportation and ultimate disposal) of the wastes generated. j) Records of waste generation, its management and annual return shall be submitted to Gujarat Pollution Control Board in Form-4 on or before 30'h day of June following to the financial year to which that return relates. k) In case of any accident, details of the same shall be submitted on Form- 14 to Gujarat Pollution Control Board. l) As per "Public Liability Insurance Act-91" company shall get Insurance Policy, if applicable. m) Empty drums and containers of toxic and hazard material shall be treated as per guideline published for “Management & Handling of discarded containers" Records of the same shall be maintained and forwarded to Gujarat Pollution Control Board 6.4 TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HAZ(M,H&TM)RULES-2008 We have taken note of the n) In no case of any kind of hazardous waste shall be condition and we shall imported without prior approval of appropriate authority. comply with the same. o) In case of transport of hazardous wastes to a facility for (i.e. treatment, storage and disposal) existing in a State other than the State where hazardous wastes are generated, the occupier shall obtain 'No Objection Certificate' from the State Pollution Control Board or Committee of the concerned State of Union Territory Administration where the facility exists. p) Unit shall take all concrete measures to show tangible results in waste generation, reduction, avoidance, reuse and recycle. Actions taken in this regard shall be submitted within three months and also along with Form- 4. q) Industry shall have to display tile relevant information with regards to hazardous waste as indicated in the Hon. Supreme Court's Order in W.P. NO.6S7 of] 99S dated 14" October, 2003. r) Industry shall have to display on-line data outside the main factory gate with regard to quantity and nature of hazardous chemicals being handled in the plant, including wastewater and air emissions and solid hazardous wastes generated within the factory premises. 7. General Conditions:- 7.1 Any change in personnel, equipment or working We have taken note of the conditions as mentioned in the consents form/order condition and we shall should immediately be intimated to this Board. comply with the same. 7.2 Whenever due to accident or other unforeseen act or We have taken note of the ever, such emissions occur or is apprehended to occur in condition and we shall excess of standards laid down such information shall be comply with the same. forthwith reported to Board, concerned Police Station, Office of Directorate of Health Service, Department of Explosives, Inspectorate of Factories and local body. In case of failure of pollution control equipment, the production process connected to it shall be stopped. Remedial actions/measures shall be implemented immediately to bring entire situation normal. 7.3 The Environmental Management Unit/Cell shall be setup We have taken note of the to ensure implementation on and monitoring of same and we assure that environmental safeguards and other conditions such condition will not arise stipulated by statutory authorities. The Environmental and we agree with this Management Cell/Unit shall directly report to the Chief condition. Executive of the organization and shall work as a focal point for internalizing environmental issues. These cells/units also coordinate the exercise of environmental audit and preparation of environmental statements. 7.4 The Environmental audit shall be carried out yearly and We do comply with the the environmental statements pertaining to the previous condition. year shall be submitting to this State Board latest by 30th September every year. 7.5 The Board reserves the right to review and/or revoke the We have taken note of the consent and/or make variations in the conditions, which condition and we shall the Board deems, fit in accordance with Section 27 of the comply with the same. Act. 7.6 In case of change of ownership/management the name We have taken note of the and address of the new condition and we shall owners/partners/directors/proprietor should comply with the same. immediately be intimated to the Board. 7.7 Industry shall have to display the relevant information We do comply with the with regard to hazardous waste as indicated in the condition. Hon. Supreme order in w.p. no. 657 of 1995 dated 14th October 2003. 7.8 Unit shall have to comply cleaner production practices We do comply with the attached here with as per Annexure-I (whichever is condition. applicable).
For Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd.
(Authorized Signatory)
Annexure-III
Environmental Method ANNEXURE: ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING METHODS
Test Method / Standard against which tests Range of Uncertainty of Sr. Parameters are performed testing/ Limits Measurement No. As per NABL As per MoEF of detection () Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Particulate Matter Gravimetric Method. Gravimetric Method. 10 - 1000 g/m3 42 .0 ± 5.1 1. PM 10 IS-5182 Part-23:2006 IS-5182 Part-23:2006 2. Particulate Matter Gravimetric Method. Gravimetric Method. 4 - 100 g/m3 12.0 ± 7.0 PM2.5 CPCB Manual CPCB Manual Volume – 1, May 2011 Volume – 1, May 2011 3. Sulphur Dioxide IS-5182(Part-2):2001 IS-5182(Part-2):2001 4 – 1050 g/m3 33.4 ± 8.0 (SO2) Reaffirmed 2006 Reaffirmed 2006 4. Oxides of Jacob & Hochheiser Jacob & Hochheiser 6 - 420 g/m3 21.6 ± 5.0 Nitrogen (NOX) IS-5182 Part-6:2006 IS-5182 Part-6:2006 5. Carbon Monoxide -- By Using Gas Analyzer -- -- (CO) 6. UV Spectrophotometer UV Spectrophotometer 5 - 200 g/m3 O3 -- IS 5182 (Part 9) IS 5182 (Part 9) 7. 20 - 400 g/m3 NH3 -- Titrimetric Method --
8. AAS Method IS- AAS Method IS- 0.5 - 10 g/m3 Pb -- 5182(Part-22):2009 5182(Part-22):2009 9. As AAS Method IS- AAS Method IS- 1.0 - 20 g/m3 -- 5182(Part-22):2009 5182(Part-22):2009 10. Ni AAS Method IS- AAS Method IS- 1.0 - 30 g/m3 -- 5182(Part-22):2009 5182(Part-22):2009 11. Benzene GC Method GC Method 1.0 - 10 g/m3 -- IS 5182(Part 11):2006 IS 5182(Part 11):2006 12. BaP GC Method GC Method 0.1 – 5.0 g/m3 -- IS 5182(Part 12):2004 IS 5182(Part 12):2004 13. VOC -- Gas Analyser (CO) 1.0µg/m3 14. Noise Level -- SLM-100 (Instrument) -- -- Stack Emission Monitoring 15. Particulate Matter IS 11255( Part 1):1985, IS 11255( Part 1):1985, 10 - 500 50.0 ± 10.8 Reaffirmed 2003 Reaffirmed 2003 mg/Nm3
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Test Method / Standard against which tests Range of Uncertainty of Sr. Parameters are performed testing/ Limits Measurement No. As per NABL As per MoEF of detection () Potable and domestic water, Ground water , Surface water ( Rivers, lakes ) Specification: IS 10500:2012 IS 3025(Part 4): 1983, IS 3025(Part 4): 1983, 1 – 50 Hazen 10 + 2 Colour Reaff. 2006 Reaff. 2006 1. (Pt-Co Scale) Visible Comparison Visible Comparison Method Method 2. Odour IS 3025 (Part 5): 1983, IS 3025 (Part 5): 1983, Agreeable/ Not N.A. Reaff. 2006 Reaff. 2006 Agreeable Qualitative Method Qualitative Method 3. Turbidity IS 3025 IS 3025 1.0-100 NTU 99.60 ± 0.67 ( Part10):1984, ( Part10):1984, Reaffirmed 2006 Reaffirmed 2006 Nephelometer Nephelometer Method Method 4. pH APHA,22nd Ed., 2012, APHA,22nd Ed., 2012, 5 - 12 4.01 ± 0.06 4500-H+ B,4-92 4500-H+ B,4-92 IS 3025(Part 11):1983, IS 3025(Part 11):1983, Reaff. 2006 Reaff. 2006 By pH Meter By pH Meter 5. Temperature __ IS 3025(Part 9) 1984 -- -- 6. Total Hardness as APHA, 22nd Ed., 2012, APHA, 22nd Ed., 2012, 1 - 500 mg/L 20.80 ± 2.31
CaCO3 3500 - B, 3-67 3500 - B, 3-67 EDTA Titrimetric EDTA Titrimetric Method Method 7. Total Dissolved APHA, 22nd Ed., 2012, APHA, 22nd Ed., 2012, 5 - 1000mg/L 150.80 ± 3.30 Solid 2540 C, 2-65 2540 C, 2-65 Gravimetric Method Gravimetric Method 8. Calcium as Ca __ APHA, 22nd Ed.,2012, -- -- 3500 Ca.B 9. Magnesium as Mg APHA, 22nd Ed.,2012, APHA, 22nd Ed.,2012, 5 - 500 mg/L N.A. 3500-Mg, B,3-84 3500 Mg, B,3-84 By calculation By calculation 10. Total Alkalinity IS 3025(Part 23): 1986, IS 3025(Part 23): 0.5 -500 mg /L 51.50 ± 5.40 Reaff. 2009, Amds.2 1986, Titration Method Reaff. 2009, Amds.2 Titration Method 11. Chloride as Cl- APHA, 22nd Ed.,2012,, APHA, 22nd Ed.,2012,, 0.15 - 250 mg/L 9.65 ± 0.82 4500-Cl, B,4-72 4500-Cl, B,4-72 IS 3025(Part 32):1988, IS 3025(Part 32):1988, Reaff. 2009 Reaff. 2009 Argentometric Method Argentometric Method -2 12. Sulphate as SO4 IS 3025(Part 24): 1986, IS 3025(Part 24): 1 - 40 mg/L 19.66 ± 0.33 Reaff. 2009 1986, Reaff. 2009 nd nd 13. Nitrate as NO3 APHA, 22 Ed.,2012 APHA, 22 Ed.,2012 0.01– 10 mg/L 2.01 + 0.59
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Test Method / Standard against which tests Range of Uncertainty of Sr. Parameters are performed testing/ Limits Measurement No. As per NABL As per MoEF of detection ()
4500 NO3 -B, 4- 122 4500 NO3 -B, 4- 122 UV UV Spectrophotometric Spectrophotometric Screening Method. Screening Method. 14. Fluoride as F APHA, 22nd Ed., 2012, APHA, 22nd Ed., 2012, 0.15 – 1.4 mg/L 0.75 + 0.27 4500-F , D, 4 – 87 4500-F , D, 4 – 87 (SPADNS Spectrometer (SPADNS Method) Spectrometer Method) 15. Sodium APHA,22nd Ed.,2012, APHA,22nd Ed.,2012, 1.0 - 100 mg/L 30.04 ± 0.36 3500-Na, B, 3-97 3500-Na, B, 3-97 Flame Photometric In Flame Photometric In emission mode emission mode Method Method 16. Potassium __ APHA 22n -- -- Ed.,2012,3500 K,B 17. Total Nitrogen __ APHA 22nd Ed.,2012, -- --
4500 NH3 - B 18. Total Phosphorous __ APHA 22nd Ed.,2012, -- -- 4500 – P , D 19. Dissolved Oxygen __ IS 3025(Part 38)1989, -- -- (APHA 22nd Ed.,2012,4500 – O, B) 20. Bio -Chemical __ IS 3025(Part 44)1993 -- -- Oxygen Amd .01 21. Chemical Oxygen __ IS 3025(Part 58)2006, -- -- Demand (APHA 22nd Ed.,2012,5220 –B) 22. Phenolic __ APHA 22nd Ed.,2012, 0.001 -- Compound 5530 - C 23. Lead as Pb __ IS 3025(Part 47)1994 0.01 -- Amd.02, (APHA 22nd Ed.,2012 3111 –B) 24. Arsenic __ APHA 22nd Ed.,2012, 0.01 -- 3114 - C 25. Cadmium __ IS 3025(Part41)1992, 0.003 -- (APHA 22nd Ed.,2012,3111 –B) 26. Total Coliform __ APHA 22nd Absent -- Ed.,2012,9222 - B 27. E. Coli __ IS : 15185 : 2002 Absent --
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Sr. Parameters Unit Test Method / Standard against which No. tests are performed Soil Quality Testing
1. Bulk Density gm/ml
2. Salinity ppt
3. Porosity %
Texture Class
Silt % 4.
Clay %
Sand % 5. Ph( 5% Solution) --
6. Electrical Conductivity µs 7. Cation Exchange Capacity meq/100gm Clay Soil Chemical Analysis -By M.L. Jackson 8. Sodium mg/kg
9. Potassium mg/kg and
10. Nitrogen mg/kg
11. Magnesium mg/100 gm Laboratory Manual for 12. Phosphorous mg/100 gm the Physico-Chemical Analysis of Soil, Water and Plant
13. SAR -- -By R. K. Chaturvedi and K. Sankar 14. Water Holding Capacity ml/100 gm
15. Iron as Fe mg/lit.
16. Copper as Cu mg/lit.
17. Zinc as Zn mg/lit.
18. Manganese as Mn mg/lit.
19. Nickel as Ni mg/lit.
20. Organic Carbon %
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Annexure-IV
ESR M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd.
ESR Plan
Applicability of Corporate Social Responsibility as per (Companies Act 2013) section 135
Eligibility Criteria: 1. Minimum net worth of rupees 500 Crore. 2. Turnover up to "1000 Crore" 3. Having a net profit of at least '5crore'. During any financial year, are covered by this provision.
Company investing 5% of Capital Cost towards CSR activities
Socio-economic Welfare & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) The Company may take up such other activities which are broadly covered under Schedule VII of the Act and any additions which may be made hereafter.
M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. will follows In accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013 (“the Act”), the Company’s CSR programs shall mainly focus on the following areas: This is just a proposal according to the data collected and report drafted in Socio Economic Area. The suggestions put forward are purely on the basis of expert opinion which may be changed as per need. For implementation of the activities under CSR plan in command area of integrated project in surrounding area, a budgetary allocation of Rs. 1.5 lakhs for coming 05 years has been proposed. There under, annually minimum Rs.0.30 lakhs will be reserved in budget towards CSR activities M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd.
Note: This ESR plan will include systematic funding provisions for 05 years. Annual CSR Budget: 0.30 Lakhs Promoting Health care: 0.20 Lakhs/Annum • Awareness Camps for health and mediclaim policy opening (open bank account, ID prufe & intimation workshop): 0.05 lakhs /Annum. • Female & Child welfare health program (Seminar planning for Health and Nutrition of Children & Female): 0.05 lakhs /Annum. • Free medical camps for the backward people (Sicklecell & sickle trait, Thelesemia, skin problems, Elephantleg disease, Anemia etc.. all disease) :0.05 lakhs/Annum
• Other Social Welfare Activities: (Financial & infrastructure assistance during disaster & other crisis incidents, Centre for Human Genetics (CHG), economic empowerment) 0.05 lakhs /Annum.
Financial Education: 0.10 Lakhs//Annum • Scholarships/fellowships to deserving students to encourage education (For Low income and disadvantaged students): 0.05 Lakhs/Annum. • Donation of Sports Equipment in Schools (volleyball, cricket, hokey related equipment): 0.05 lakhs/ Annum
Note: Certain activities which are not approved by CSR Committee but are required to be implemented on an urgent basis in unforeseen circumstances relating to Natural calamity, can be taken up for implementation after approval from the Chairman. The CSR Committee and Board of Directors would be appraised about such projects/activities during their next meeting. Annexure-V
Wildlife Conservation Plan for Schedule I fauna
Wildlife Conservation Plan for Schedule I fauna of the Study Area
Introduction:-
The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 is an Act of the Parliament of India enacted for protection of plants and animal species. Before 1972, India only had five designated national parks. Among other reforms, the Act established schedules of protected plant and animal species; hunting or harvesting these species was largely outlawed. The Act provides for the protection of wild animals, birds and plants; and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto. It extends to the whole of India, except the State of Jammu and Kashmir which has its own wildlife act. It has six schedules which give varying degrees of protection. Schedule I and part II of Schedule II provide absolute protection - offences under these are prescribed the highest penalties. Species listed in Schedule III and Schedule IV are also protected, but the penalties are much lower. Schedule V includes the animals which may be hunted. The plants in Schedule VI are prohibited from cultivation and planting. As per Standards Terms of reference issued by MoEF&CC, New Delhi for EIA Report for projects/Activities requiring environmental clearance should provided Wildlife Conservation Plan for conservation of Schedule I fauna, If Exist in the study area. List of Schedule I fauna species found in the Study Area As observed and studied in the baseline ecological status of study area of the project, two Schedule-I species were reported in the study area , No endangered faunal species were observed in the study area.
Species reported in Schedule I category are listed below:
1. Pavo cristatus- Common Peafowl (Least Concern /Sch-I) 2. Lissemys punctata - Indian Flapshell Turtle (Least Concern /Sch-I) Detailed Description of the Species:
1. Pavo cristatus- Common Peafowl
TAXONOMY: Kingdom Phylum Class Order Family Animalia Chordata Aves Galliformes Phasianidae
IUCN STATUS: Least Concern; Red List Category & Criteria: Least Concern ver 3.1 Year Published: 2016; Date Assessed: 2016-10-01 WILDLIFE PROTECTION ACT SCHEDULE: Schedule I
About Common Peafowl:
Common peafowls are often called peacocks although technically only the male of the species can be called a peacock. Females are peahens. The common peafowl's diet consists mainly of seeds, grains, grasses, berries, roots and small insects. The peafowl will lay four to six eggs at a time, which are then incubated for 28 days. Development in peafowl chicks is slow and they will often not obtain their full plumage until they are three to five years old.
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Distribution & Habitat The Indian peafowl is a resident breeder across the Indian subcontinent and is found in the drier lowland areas of Sri Lanka. In South Asia, it is found mainly below an altitude of 1,800 metres (1.1 mi) and in rare cases seen at about 2,000 metres (1.2 mi). It is found in moist and dry-deciduous forests, but can adapt to live in cultivated regions and around human habitations and is usually found where water is available. In many parts of northern India, they are protected by religious practices and will forage around villages and towns for scraps.
Food: Peafowl are omnivorous and eat seeds, insects, fruits, small mammals and reptiles. They feed on small snakes but keep their distance from larger ones. In the Gir forest of Gujarat, a large percentage of their food is made up of the fallen berries of Zizyphus. Around cultivated areas, peafowl feed on a wide range of crops such as groundnut, tomato, paddy, chili and even bananas. Around human habitations, they feed on a variety of food scraps and even human excreta. In the countryside, it is particularly partial to crops and garden plants.
COMMON THREAT(S): Pavo cristatus (Common Peafowl, Peacock, Mor) faces threats due to reducing farmlands, increasing area of uncultivated land & Poaching for Food & Feathers.
2. Lissemys punctata - Indian Flapshell Turtle
TAXONOMY: Kingdom Phylum Class Order Family Animalia Chordata Reptilia Testudines Trionychidae
IUCN STATUS: Least Concern; Red List Category & Criteria: Lower Risk/least concern ver 2.3 Year Published: 2000; Date Assessed: 2000-06-30 WILDLIFE PROTECTION ACT SCHEDULE: Schedule I
About Indian Flapshell Turtle:
The Indian flapshell turtle (Lissemys punctata) is a freshwater species of turtle found in South Asia. The “flap- shelled” name stems from the presence of femoral flaps located on the plastron. These flaps of skin cover the limbs when they retract into the shell. It is unclear what protection the flaps offer against predators. Indian flapshell turtles are widespread and common in the South Asian provinces. It has a soft leathery type of shell and they are called as flap shell because they have flaps on the plastron above their legs which cover their legs when they retract in the shell. They have a snout which can be seen clearly in the picture above. Its size ranges from about 240 to 370 mm in length.
Distribution & HABITAT The Indian flapshell turtle is found in Pakistan, India (common in lakes and rivers), Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh (Indus and Ganges drainages), and Burma (Irrawaddy and Salween Rivers). It has been introduced to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is also found in the desert ponds of Rajasthan, where hundreds are killed every year during the dry summers. The race L. p. andersoni is found native in Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Pakistan, Myanmar & Sri Lanka. Recorded from Pakistan, India (Sikkim), Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh (Indus and Ganges River drainages) and Myanmar (Irrawaddy and Salween rivers). L. punctata lives in the shallow, quiet, often stagnant waters of rivers, streams, marshes, ponds, lakes and irrigation canals, and tanks. Waters with sand or mud bottoms are preferred because of the turtle’s tendency to burrow. L. punctata turtle plays an important role to reduce pollution in aquatic ecosystems by feeding on snails, insects, and fragments of dead animals.
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Diet It is omnivorous means it eats everything ranging from snails, frogs, fishes, shrimps, aquatic plants, flowers, fruits, plant leaves etc.
MAJOR THREAT(s): In many South Asia provinces, freshwater turtles and their eggs are commonly used as a source of food. As a result, these turtles are often exploited as a source of profit. In Bangladesh and India, this is especially evident as the Indian flapshell turtle is larger and has more meat than other turtles in the area. The value of this meat along with the efforts in the conservation of this species has driven the price of meat higher and has led to an increase in the illegal international exploitation and killing of these animals. Changes to the turtle's natural habitat by the construction of dams and barrages, cultivation along river banks, and pollution are also major threats to the survival of this turtle.
WILDLIFE PROTECTION & CONSERVATION ACTIONS: The following actions for wildlife protection & conservation shall be taken by M/s. Sun Particle Board Pvt. Ltd. (SPBPL)(Morbi)
Proper & efficient implementation of mitigation measures & EMP suggested for Air, Water &Noise environment. Regular monitoring of stack Emission & Ambient air quality to be carried out as per monitoring plan. Greenbelt development & compensatory afforestation. SPBPL has already developed a matured greenbelt around its premises. It shall be continued further to strengthen greenbelt. SPBPL shall ensure that whenever protected common species is observed in premises, they will carefully shift them out of impact prone areas. SPBPL shall ensure that whenever any wild life species is found in vicinity of premises, they will call concern authority/party and forest department to get them back in their forest habitat. In consultation with the forest department, SPBPL will explore possibilities to extend support to the existing forest and wildlife conservation plans through its on-going CSR activities and various other programs from time to time. SPBPL will also participate and involve in conducting awareness campaigns by forest department at the village level to make the locals aware about the protected species in the area; their behaviour, habitat, ecology, breeding/nesting seasons, threats to habitats and species, laws regarding protection of species. Awareness generation campaigns will include preparation of brochures in local language, film show and display of posters, etc.
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Annexure- VI
Additional Document VI.A. Land Document. VI.B. Toposheet. VI.C. Ack. Copy of NOC application to CGWA
Annexure- VI.A.
Land Document
Annexure- VI.B.
Toposheet
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Annexure- VI.C.
Ack. Copy of NOC application to CGWA