White Rock Wind Farm Stage 1
CEMP Annex D – Traffic and Access Management Plan
Document No. WR-PM-PLN-0005 Revision Date May 2017
Prepared by: Environmental Resources Management (ERM) For: White Rock Wind Farm Pty Ltd Document Control
Revision Date Prepared By Reviewed By Approved By Final 06/11/2015 Thomas Muddle, ERM Jeff Bembrick, GWA Tom Frood, GWA Final 15/4/2016 Thomas Muddle, ERM Jeff Bembrick Tom Frood, GWA Updated to incorporate Modification 3 and address Secretary Approval requirements. Final 20/12/2016 John Campbell, GWA Jeff Bembrick Tom Frood, GWA Heather Tilley (ER) Minor update by GWA, addresses progress of works and review of alternate southern access route Final 2/05/2017 Medard Boutry, GWA JB, JC Tom Frood, GWA; Heather Tilley, Aurecon – 9 May ‘17 Minor update by GWA, formalising use of alternative southern access route. ER Approval provided at Annex E
Distribution List
COPY Issued To Company / Position Jeff Bembrick Goldwind Australia / Development Compliance Manager John Campbell Goldwind Australia / Wind Farm Construction Specialist Tom Frood WRWFPL / Owner’s Representative Mike Young Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) When approved by DPE or ER (as applicable) Adrian Maddocks WRWFPL / Project Representative Heather Tilley Aurecon / Environmental Representative. Ronan Creedon EPC Project Manager Matt Landers BOP Project Manager Ross Alston TransGrid Project Manager Leigh Denton EPC SECO Medard Boutry GWA Environmental Advisor
The master electronic copy is held on the SharePoint server by Goldwind Australia. FINAL REPORT
White Rock Wind Farm Pty Ltd
White Rock Wind Farm Stage 1
Construction Traffic and Access Management Plan
May 2017
Reference: 0295776RP05
Environmental Resources Management Australia Pty Ltd Level 15, 309 Kent Street Sydney NSW 2000 Telephone +61 2 8584 8888 Facsimile +61 2 9299 7502 www.erm.com
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE 1 1.2 STAGE 1 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS 2 1.3 PROJECT LOCATION 2 1.4 CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC AND ACCESS OVERVIEW 5 1.4.1 TRAFFIC GENERATION 5 1.4.2 RESPONSIBLE ENTITIES FOR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT 5 1.4.3 MAJOR ACCESS ROUTES 5 1.4.4 LOCAL TRAFFIC ROUTES AND SITE ACCESS 6
2 LEGAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
2.1 LEGISLATION AND POLICIES 8 2.2 GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS 8 2.3 MINISTER’S CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 9 2.4 ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION LICENCE 20665 9 2.5 STATEMENT OF COMMITMENTS 9
3 TRAFFIC AND ACCESS OBJECTIVES AND TARGETS
3.1 OBJECTIVES OF THE CTAMP 13 3.2 PERFORMANCE TARGETS 13
4 CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY
4.1 DIMENSIONS OF EQUIPMENT TO BE DELIVERED TO SITE 14 4.2 PROPOSED HOURS FOR CONSTRUCTION 15 4.3 PREDICTED TRAFFIC VOLUMES 17 4.4 ALTERNATIVE ROUTES 17 4.5 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE 19
5 TRANSPORT HAULAGE ROUTES
5.1 TRANSPORT ROUTES CONSIDERED BY THIS CTAMP 20 5.2 MATERIAL TRANSPORT FROM IDENTIFIED QUARRIES 21 5.3 REVIEW OF TRANSPORT ROUTE FROM PORT OF BRISBANE 24 5.4 REVIEW OF TRANSPORT ROUTE FROM PORT OF NEWCASTLE 24 5.5 TRANSPORT ROUTES AROUND GLEN INNES TOWNSHIP 25 5.5.1 GLEN INNES TOWNSHIP 25 5.5.2 NORTHERN BYPASS FOR GLEN INNES 26 5.6 GWYDIR HIGHWAY TO MATHESON LOCALITY 26 5.7 NORTHERN ENTRY TO THE PROJECT SITE FROM GWYDIR HIGHWAY28 5.8 ILPARRAN ROAD AND NORTH-EASTERN SITE ENTRANCE 31 5.9 SOUTHERN ACCESS ROUTE TO WIND FARM 34 5.10 GRAHAMS VALLEY ROAD 34 5.11 MAYBOLE ROAD 35 5.12 KELLEYS ROAD 35 5.13 ALTERNATE SOUTHERN ROUTE OPTION VIA BEN LOMOND 36 5.14 SURVEY OF LOCATIONS THAT REQUIRE REALIGNMENT 43
6 TRAFFIC IMPACT CONSIDERATION
6.1 BACKGROUND 44 6.1.1 SUMMARY OF KEY IMPACTS 44 6.1.2 TRAFFIC GENERATED DURING CONSTRUCTION 44 6.1.3 GRAVEL TRUCK MOVEMENTS 45 6.1.4 OVERSIZE AND OVERMASS VEHICLES 45 6.1.5 STRUCTURAL CAPACITY OF EXISTING ROADS AND STRUCTURES 45 6.1.6 ROAD SAFETY 46 6.1.7 OPERATIONAL PHASE 46 6.2 CONSULTATION WITH ROAD AUTHORITIES 46 6.3 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSPORT FROM QUEENSLAND 47 6.4 CONSULTATION WITH RMS, GLEN INNES SEVERN, INVERELL AND ARMIDALE COUNCILS 47
7 MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
7.1 PERMITS / LICENCES / CONSENT 54 7.2 HAULAGE 54 7.3 ROAD CONDITION AND DILAPIDATION 55 7.4 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLANS 56 7.5 SAFETY 56 7.6 COMMUNITY LIAISON AND COMPLAINT MANAGEMENT 57 7.7 MITIGATION AND MANAGEMENT MEASURES 58 7.8 TRAINING AND AWARENESS 64
8 INSPECTION AND MONITORING
8.1 SITE INSPECTIONS 65 8.2 MONITORING 65
9 REPORTING, INCIDENT MANAGEMENT AND REVIEW
9.1 REPORTING 66 9.2 CORRECTIVE ACTIONS 66 9.3 CTAMP REVIEW 66
10 REFERENCES
ANNEXES
ANNEX A TRANSPORT CODE OF CONDUCT
ANNEX B ROADS ACT SECTION 138 AND 139 REQUIREMENTS
ANNEX C PRELIMINARY TRANSPORT ROUTE ANALYSIS AND IMAGES
ANNEX D AGENCY COMMENTS ON DRAFT CTAMP
ANNEX E ROAD AUTHORITY RESPONSE TO BEN LOMOND ROAD OD ROUTE PROPOSAL
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 2.1 LEGISLATION AND POLICIES 8
TABLE 2.2 ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS, POLICIES AND GUIDELINES 8
TABLE 2.3 MCOA RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC AND ACCESS 10
TABLE 2.4 SOC RELATING TO TRAFFIC AND ACCESS DURING CONSTRUCTION 12
TABLE 4.1 SHIPPING DIMENSIONS 14
TABLE 4.2 PREDICTED TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT VOLUMES 17
TABLE 4.3 PREDICTED TRAFFIC USING ALTERNATIVE ROUTES 18
TABLE 4.4 PHASES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION 19
TABLE 6.1 AGENCY CONSULTATION 49
TABLE 7.1 MITIGATION AND MANAGEMENT MEASURES 58
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE 1.1 SITE LOCALITY AND PROJECT AREA PLAN 3
FIGURE 1.2 WRWF STAGE 1 – SITE ACCESS ROUTES FOR CONSTRUCTION PHASE 7
FIGURE 4.1 GLEN INNES SCHOOL BUS ROUTES 16
FIGURE 5.1 QUARRY LOCATIONS 23
FIGURE 5.2 GLEN INNES LOCALITY AND BYPASS ROUTES 27
FIGURE 5.3 MAIN NORTHERN ENTRY 29
FIGURE 5.4 AGREED NORTHERN ENTRY DESIGN 30
FIGURE 5.5 ILPARRAN ROAD AND NORTHEAST SITE ENTRY 32
FIGURE 5.6 AGREED GWYDIR HIGHWAY AND ILPARRAN ROAD INTERSECTION DESIGN 33
FIGURE 5.7 GRAHAMS VALLEY ROAD 38
FIGURE 5.8 MAYBOLE ROAD 39
FIGURE 5.9 KELLEYS ROAD AND SOUTHERN SITE ENTRIES 40
FIGURE 5.10 BEN LOMOND ROAD 41
FIGURE 5.11 BEN LOMOND ROAD TO MAYBOLE ROAD 42
ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Acronyms Definitions ARC Armidale Regional Council CCAFMP Construction Compound Ancillary Facilities Management Plan CEMP Construction Environmental Management Plan CFFMP Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan CHMP Construction Heritage Management Plan CNVMP Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan CSWQMP Construction Soil and Water Quality Management Plan CTAMP Construction Traffic and Access Management Plan EA Environmental Assessment defined as: White Rock Wind Farm Environmental Assessment (Epuron, April 2011) as amended by: • the Submissions Report; and • the Modification Application seeking administrative changes to the conditions of approval, dated 15 June 2015 (MOD 2) • the Modification Application for changes to construction and operation infrastructure dated December 2015 and supporting documents dated March 2016 (MOD 3). EP&A Act NSW Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 ER Environmental Representative EWMS Environmental Work Method Statement GIS Geographic Information System GISC Glen Innes Severn Council IC Inverell Council LGA Local Government Area MCoA Ministers Condition of Approval OD Over-dimensional OEH NSW Office of Environment and Heritage RMS Roads and Maritime Services (previously RTA) RTA Roads and Traffic Authority (now RMS) Secretary Secretary of Department of Planning and Environment SoC Statement of Commitments WAD Works Authorisation Deed WRWF White Rock Wind Farm WRWFPL White Rock Wind Farm Pty Ltd WTG Wind Turbine Generators
WHITE ROCK WIND FARM – STAGE 1 – CEMP – ANNEX D – CTAMP MAY 2017
1 INTRODUCTION
This Construction Traffic and Access Management Plan (CTAMP) is a sub-plan of the White Rock Wind Farm (WRWF) Stage 1 Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP). It has been prepared by Environmental Resources Management Australia Pty Ltd (ERM) on behalf of White Rock Wind Farm Pty Ltd (WRWFPL). Its purpose is to identify and manage the potential impacts to local traffic and transport infrastructure arising from the construction of WRWF Stage 1 (or the Project).
This document is a further revision of the CTAMP, that was updated in December 2016, to incorporate the alternative southern access transport route for over-dimensional (OD) vehicles only via Ben Lomond Road. All other project traffic accessing the southern part of the project area should enter and exit by Grahams Valley, Maybole Road and Kelleys Road.
The regular review and revision of environmental management plans is a key feature of effective construction management. It ensures that plans remain effective tools to assist manage potential impacts based on changes in project design or other circumstances. The review process is summarised in Chapter 9.
1.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The primary purpose of this CTAMP is to provide a reference document to maximise safety of all road users and Project personnel by consideration of issues arising from access to and from the WRWF site and identifying most appropriate management practices. It presents a set of mitigation measures, monitoring procedures and protocols that:
• describe how WRWFPL will manage and control risks associated with traffic management during construction activities of the Project;
• address the requirements of applicable legislation;
• meet the Minister’s Conditions of Approval (MCoA);
• address the performance objectives of the Project Environmental Assessment (EA) documents; and
• has been prepared in consultation with Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) and relevant local Councils (Glen Innes Severn Council (GISC), Inverell Council (IC) and Armidale Regional Council (ARC).
This CTAMP was produced in accordance with the recommendations provided within Roads and Traffic Authority (RTA) (2010) Traffic Control at Work Sites. Reference was also made to the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) Supplements to Austroads Guide to Road Design. References to RTA now apply to Roads and Maritime Services (RMS).
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1.2 STAGE 1 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
The WRWF gained Project Approval (MP 10 0160) on 10 July 2012 under Part 3A of the NSW Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EP&A Act). The Project Approval was modified on 24 July 2015 and 1 April 2016. It is subject to the Ministers Conditions of Approval (MCoA), as modified. The Project Approval allows for construction of up to 119 wind turbines and ancillary facilities for access, substation and grid connection, electrical connection of the turbines to the substation, temporary construction facilities and permanent meteorological monitoring masts.
Stage 1 of the WRWF Project involves installation of 70 wind turbines and associated ancillary facilities during 2016 and 2017. The Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) and this CTAMP apply to the Stage 1 construction works. Further detailed Project information can be found in the following documents:
• White Rock Wind Farm CEMP (ERM 2016); and
• White Rock Wind Farm EA.
1.3 PROJECT LOCATION
The Project location is 24 km west of Glen Innes and 47 km east of Inverell. The nearest commercial airport is Armidale which is 118 km from the main entrance of the White Rock Wind Farm project, Sydney is 570 km, Newcastle 430 km and Brisbane 366 km away by road. Site access is proposed from within the Glen Innes Severn LGA and the Inverell Shire LGA. Five access points are proposed as follows:
• one from the Gwydir Highway at northern end (Main Entrance) of the project area;
• one from Ilparran Road via the Gwydir Highway; and
• three from Kelleys Road accessed via Maybole Road and Grahams Valley Road that joins the New England Highway 15 km south of Glen Innes.
An alternative over-dimensional vehicle route has also been approved to reach Kelleys Road. This would be for transport of wind turbine components only and turn off New England Highway, north of Llangothlin onto Ben Lomond Road for 13km to Ben Lomond then on Maybole Road for a further 19 km before turning into Kelleys Road. This section of road will be monitored during wet periods (rain) of the project, to ensure the condition of the road and the safety of others.
The Project is mostly located on private lands but parts of some access routes and electrical collections circuits cross Crown lands. Agreement of the Crown Lands Office has been obtained for the use of the land for the WRWF purpose.
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The WRWF site is located in steep hilly rural land that ranges in elevation from about 1000 m in the north to over 1300 m on some of the higher ridges including White Rock Mountain. The land has been partly cleared to provide exotic pastures for stock (cattle and sheep) grazing. Much of the steeper land retains remnant woodland vegetation. Cleared areas are common along ridgetops to facilitate grazing and farm access. There is a low density of rural settlement in the area surrounding. The general layout of the WRWF site, surrounding area and local area road network is shown on Figure 1-1.
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1.4 CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC AND ACCESS OVERVIEW
In general, construction aspects of wind farm projects present a range of potential impact risks and management issues due to the nature of works, movement of vehicles to and from the site, the times of day required for some activities and the large project areas in which works can occur. The broad extent of the site and initially limited tracks traversing the Project area mean that five (5) site entry points are being utilised for construction of Stage 1.
1.4.1 Traffic Generation
Project activities and types of construction with the potential to generate impacts to traffic and access include:
• upgrades to local roads and access points in consultation with relevant road authorities (RMS, GISC, IC and ARC);
• turbine and other oversize structure deliveries;
• movement of large cranes (250t +) to and from the site, anticipated to occur four times on the New England and Gwydir highways;
• deliveries of construction materials, sand, gravel, cement, steel for the foundations, substation components, cables and overhead lines poles;
• general preliminary works, site establishment, civil works, laydown area establishment and development of temporary construction facilities e.g. site compound; and
• earthworks for hardstand and access track development.
1.4.2 Responsible Entities for Traffic Management
Construction of the WRWF will be undertaken on behalf of WRWFPL by Goldwind Australia (GWA) who are the Engineering Procure Construct (EPC) contractor and who will also act as the Principal Contractor. The EPC contractor has engaged the Balance of Plant contractor (BOP) Fulton Hogan (civil contractor), Wind Hoist as Crane Contractor (WTG insulation) and Bluewater shipping (responsible for sea and land logistics). TransGrid is undertaking construction of the substation, overhead transmission lines and connection services.
1.4.3 Major Access Routes
The main wind turbine components are to be sourced from Australia (40% of the towers from Portland Victoria) and overseas. Deliveries will be from overland routes which will include Portland Victoria and Port of Newcastle New South Wales. Other items may be transported from Brisbane or other locations as required. Transport from Brisbane or Newcastle would approach
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Glen Innes on the New England Highway and then enter the site via a northern or southern access route.
1.4.4 Local Traffic Routes and Site Access
Access via the northern entry points would use the Gwydir Highway to get to the WRWF Project locality. Two routes are available for access from the Gwydir Highway to the north of WRWF.
• One is direct from the Gwydir Highway to the Main Site Entrance and construction site office for the wind farm; and • The second is via Ilparran Road and a property access leading to Turbines 51 to 61.
Access to the WRWF site via the southern access points would use Grahams Valley Road or Ben Lomond Road (OD transport vehicles only), then onto Maybole Road and Kelleys Road. For normal construction traffic no alterations are required to the road network. A dilapidation survey has taken place and a legal agreement has been agreed by GWA and local councils for any works that may need to occur after construction.
Use of this route for over-dimensional transport vehicles is dependent on outcomes of engineering and commercial assessments. If Grahams Valley Road and Maybole Road prove to be economically unviable for oversize components then delivery may be via the northern Main Site Entrance, in which case access to Wind Turbines 62 to 83 and 109 to 113 would require use of a short section of the western end of Kelleys Road, to gain access between two separate ridges. This requires minor upgrade and widening as approved by GISC.
Review of the engineering and commercial aspects of upgrading the southern route involving Grahams Valley and Maybole Roads has shown this to have significant adverse project costs.
Recent investigations have confirmed the requirement to utilise the alternative Ben Lomond Road route for OD transport vehicles only in order to avoid significant road and bridge upgrade works in order to transport turbine components to the turbine locations in the southern parts of the project area. Council approvals have been sought for this new route and are attached at Annex E.
Figure 1-2 shows the transport routes than can be used to gain access to the wind farm site. Further details of the review of access routes are provided in Chapter 5.
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2 LEGAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
2.1 LEGISLATION AND POLICIES
The applicable legal and other requirements related to traffic management for the Project are outlined in Table 2.1.
Table 2.1 Legislation and Policies
Legislation and Policies Commonwealth Legislation Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 State Legislation Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 Protection of the Environment and Operations Act 1997 Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Roads Act 1993 Roads Transport Act 2013 Road Transport (General) Regulation 2013
2.2 GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS
Relevant environmental standards, policies and guidelines are provided in Table 2.2.
Table 2.2 Environmental Standards, Policies and Guidelines
Environmental Risk Issue Standards and Guidelines1 Traffic and Access AUSTROADS • Guide to Traffic Management • Guide to Road Design • Guide to Road Safety • Guide to traffic Engineering Practice. Part 2 – Roadway Capacity 1999 Australian Standards • AS 1742 - Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices • AS 1743 – Road Signs – Specifications • AS 2890 – Parking Facilities Roads and Maritime Services Traffic Control at Worksites (TCAWS) ver.4 2010 Guide to Traffic Control at Worksites Supplements for Australian Standards Supplements for Guide to Road Design Supplements for Guide to Road Safety 1. Consultation is also required with relevant roads authorities/agencies (see Section 3.7)
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2.3 MINISTER’S CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
In accordance with section 75J of the EP&A Act, Project Approval was granted for WRWF by the Minister for Planning on 10 July 2012 and is subject to modification on 24 July 2015 and 1 April 2016. The Minister’s Conditions of Approval (MCoA) (refer to Annex J of the CEMP) include Conditions E17, E21 and E22 relating to transport and access as presented in Table 2.3.
2.4 ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION LICENCE 20665
Environment Protection Licence 20665 (EPL 20665) was issued by the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) in April 2016 under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. A licence variation was also issued by EPA in December 2016. EPL 20665 is included in Annex K of the CEMP.
2.5 STATEMENT OF COMMITMENTS
Under the now repealed Part 3A reforms, Proponents were required to provide a Statement of Commitments (SoC) on how they propose to implement measures for environmental mitigation, management and monitoring for the Project. The SoC relating to traffic and access during construction are presented in Table 2-4.
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submitted to the relevant road authority for review prior to the commencement of haulage.
Following completion of construction, a subsequent report shall be prepared to assess any damage that may have resulted from the construction of the project.
Measures undertaken to restore or reinstate roads affected by the project shall be undertaken in a timely manner, in accordance with the reasonable
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Prior to the commencement of construction, or as otherwise agreed by the Director- General, the Proponent shall prepare and implement (following approval) a Construction Environmental Management Plan for the project. The Plan shall outline the environmental management practices and procedures that are to be followed during construction, and shall be prepared in consultation with the relevant agencies and in accordance with
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developed in consultation with the relevant road authority and shall include, but not necessarily be limited:
(i) identification of construction traffic routes and construction traffic volumes (including heavy vehicle/ spoil haulage) on these routes; (ii) details of vehicle movements for construction sites and site compounds including parking, dedicated vehicle turning areas, and ingress E22 This CTAMP and egress points; (iii) identification of construction impacts that could result in disruption of traffic, public transport, pedestrian and cycle access, property
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(iv) details of management measures to minimise traffic impacts, including temporary road work traffic control measures, onsite vehicle queuing and parking areas and management measures to minimise peak time congestion and measures to ensure safe pedestrian and
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Section this is SoC Commitment Addressed The Proponent would develop and implement a Traffic Management Plan (TMP) in consultation with roads authorities to facilitate appropriate
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Prepare road dilapidation reports covering pavement and drainage structures in consultation with roads authorities for the route prior to the
commencement of construction and after construction is complete. 36 Section 5 Repair any damage resulting from the construction traffic (except that resulting from normal wear and tear) as required during and after completion of construction at the Proponent’s cost or, alternately, negotiate an alternative for road damage with the relevant roads authority.
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3 TRAFFIC AND ACCESS OBJECTIVES AND TARGETS
3.1 OBJECTIVES OF THE CTAMP
Objectives for traffic management of the construction works described in this Plan include the following:
• to minimise disruption to local traffic and maximise safety of all road users;
• identify all relevant obligations and legislative requirements to be addressed during the construction phase of the Project;
• to describe the specific traffic management requirements and identify the best practice methods to be implemented;
• to identify all relevant stakeholders and fulfil consultation requirements;
• to outline record keeping and management plan monitoring requirements; and
• to define key roles and responsibilities.
3.2 PERFORMANCE TARGETS
Targets for traffic and access management issues associated with the construction of the Project are provided below:
• 100% compliance with all applicable legislation, regulations, standards, codes and licenses that relate to the Project;
• no significant degradation to the environment or existing roadways as a result of traffic movements;
• no safety incidents for construction vehicles;
• maximise the safety of all road users and construction staff;
• no significant traffic delays caused by the Project activities;
• standard industry environmental management practices implemented for traffic management; and
• implementation of measures listed in the Statement of Commitments unless superseded by requirements of the relevant road authorities.
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4 CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY
This section provides an overview of the WRWF Stage 1 construction methodology as relevant to this CTAMP and presents:
• a list of Project activities and types of construction with the potential to generate impacts to traffic and associated with access;
• a summary of the hours of work; and
• the proposed construction schedule.
4.1 DIMENSIONS OF EQUIPMENT TO BE DELIVERED TO SITE
Table 4.1 sets out the shipping dimensions for the major wind farm turbine components as a guide to the relative dimensions of transport vehicles to be used for the delivery of the components to site.
Table 4.1 Shipping Dimensions
Item Length Width Height Tons/ Description (m) (m) (m) Unit Comment 45m blade trailer – approx. Blade 60.23 3.97 3.48 16.50 5.1m high / 15m rear overhang. Hub 5.00 4.92 3.84 26.93 3x8 low loader – 4.85m high. Nacelle 8.45 4.31 3.87 32.32 4x8 low loader – 4.85m high. Body 4x8 low loader with 2x8 dolly – Generator 5.39 4.94 2.41 58.27 3.5m high. Two options: Option 1 – 8x8 extendable platform (subject to approval) for rear overhang of 7m / travel Tower (top) 33.00 3.86 3.86 58.90 height 4.9m; and Option 2 - 3x8 trailer at front / 4x8 jinker at rear – travel height of 5.4m approx. Tower (mid- 6x8 extendable platform – 5.3m 24.22 4.30 4.30 65.50 upper) high. Tower (mid- 6x8 extendable platform – 5.3m 18.19 4.30 4.30 65.79 lower) high. Two options: Option 1 – book end trailers / can travel at height under 5.5m Tower for Bridges; and 12.12 4.64 4.64 65.40 (bottom) Option2 - transport company to design of combo bookend & trailer / can travel at under 5.5m.
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4.2 PROPOSED HOURS FOR CONSTRUCTION
Construction Hours are specified under Project Approval Condition E5 as:
• 7:00am to 6:00pm Mondays to Fridays;
• 8:00am to 1:00pm Saturdays; and
• at no time on Sundays or NSW public holidays.
Construction Traffic Management will also be in accordance with the Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan which includes a requirement that heavy vehicle movements into and out of the site be restricted to the approved hours for construction, unless:
• activities are inaudible at any non-associated residence;
• activities are approved under an out-of-hours (OOHW) work Protocol (see condition E22(b)(vi));
• the delivery of materials is requested by the NSW Police Force or other authorities for safety reasons; or
• involves emergency work to avoid the loss of lives, property and/or prevent environmental harm.
Some works, including the delivery of turbine structures and blades will require oversize and overmass vehicles and may be undertaken outside the recommended standard hours in accordance with Transport Permits. The movement of oversize and overmass vehicles will be subject to Permits issued by the relevant road authorities.
Details of School Bus Routes have been provided by Glen Innes Severn Council and Armidale Council (illustrated in Figure 4-1). Bus timetables have been obtained to inform risk assessment of oversize and heavy vehicle movements and where necessary traffic movements will be scheduled to avoid these times.
Annex C of the CEMP is the Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan (CNVMP) which provides further guidance on management of noise and vibration. An out-of-hours works protocol for construction is provided in Annex B of CNVMP.
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4.3 PREDICTED TRAFFIC VOLUMES
Predicted traffic volumes are shown in Table 4.2.
Table 4.2 Predicted Traffic Management Volumes
Approx. Construction Activities Tonnage per Total No Max No of Duration Vehicle Vehicle (tonne) of Trips Trips/Day (months) Type Construction staff 1 30 24 LV Construction workers 1 40 24 LV Site establishment 30 260 10 1 HV Internal access track 30 3500 25 12 HV construction Foundation excavation and 2310 33 12 HV construction Steel 25 140 2 12 HV Gravel/Aggregate 32 2100 30 12 HV Water 30 500 2 12 HV Concrete truck on public road 30 1500 70 6 HV Dust suppression 30 1200 4 24 HV Substation excavation and 30 200 15 4 HV construction Steel infrastructure/substation 30 30 1 3 HV buildings O&M buildings OD/OM Permits 8 4 2 week HV Cabling 30 400 6 10 HV Kiosk transformers 20 38 2 6 week’s HV Main transformer OD/OM Permits 2 1 1 Day HV 80 Transmission poles 20 20 2 2 HV Turbine delivery OD/OM Permits 700 5? 12 OD HV Crane delivery OD/OM Permits 25 5 2 week’s OD HV
4.4 ALTERNATIVE ROUTES
Two alternatives have been considered for traffic routes into the site.
Alternative one assumes that all heavy vehicles enter the site from Gwydir Highway either directly into the site from the Gwydir Highway or via Ilparran Road.
Alternative 2 allows for part access from the north and some of the heavy components to also access the site via a southern route from Kelleys Road which may be accessed via Grahams Valley Road and Maybole Road or, via Ben Lomond and Maybole Roads. Table 4.3 shows the split of traffic for each option.
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Table 4.3 Predicted Traffic using alternative routes
Alternative 2 Alternative 1 Approx. Construction Total Trips Activities Gwydir Ilparran Gwydir Ilparran Kelleys HWY Road HWY Road Road
Construction staff 10000 8500 1500 5000 1500 3500 Construction 20000 17000 3000 1000 3000 7000 workers Site establishment 260 230 30 120 30 80 Internal access 3500 3000 500 1750 500 1250 track construction Foundation excavation and 2740 2720 20 1420 20 1300 construction: Steel 140 120 20 70 20 50
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4.5 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
The WRWF Stage 1 construction works will extend over 2 years and will involve the following key phases identified in Table 4.4.
Table 4.4 Phases of Project Implementation
TIME 2015 2016 2017 2018
ACTIVITY Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Pre-construction Phase Gain all pre-construction approvals Install Met Masts Construction Phase Site entry upgrade Local road upgrades Site establishment, compounds and amenities 11KV Power supply Access Tracks, clearing and earthworks Prepare turbine hardstands and turbine footings Batch Plant operation Install 33kV Cabling Install 33kV OH Line Deliver Turbine components Erect Towers, nacelles and rotors Sub Station Footings Sub Station construction Install 132kV line Install O&M Building De-mobilise Site Restore site including on-site screen planting
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5 TRANSPORT HAULAGE ROUTES
This CTAMP provides details of the transport routes that have been considered for the construction of WRWF. Each of the routes has been subject to review of suitability and constraints and subject to consultation with the relevant road authority.
The WRWF Logistics contractor will undertake transport of the oversize and overmass turbine components. Transgrid will be responsible for substation components from the supply source to the WRWF site subject to designs, permits and management measures generally in accordance with this CTAMP.
Where items are imported to Australia they will come through either the Port of Brisbane or Port of Newcastle. Most of the wind turbine components will be delivered from the Port of Newcastle. Items manufactured in Australia will be transported predominantly on main state highways with the routes dependent on their source within Australia. Further update to this CTAMP may be required occur when all haulage routes are confirmed.
5.1 TRANSPORT ROUTES CONSIDERED BY THIS CTAMP
Transport routes considered by this CTAMP include:
• Port of Brisbane to Glen Innes locality;
• Port of Newcastle to Glen Innes locality;
• Glen Innes bypass on eastern side of Glen Innes;
• Glen Innes bypass on northern side of Glen Innes to Gwydir Highway;
• Gwydir Highway from Glen Innes locality to Matheson locality and exit to northern site entry or at intersection with Ilparran Road;
• Ilparran Road (from Gwydir Highway to northeast entry point);
• Grahams Valley Road (New England Highway to Maybole Road);
• Maybole Road (from Grahams Valley Road to Kelleys Road);
• Kelleys Road (from Maybole Road to southern site entry points); and
• Kelleys Road (from Llangothlin via Ben Lomond and Maybole Roads.
Each of the specific sections of the proposed transport routes are described in the sections below.
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Up to approximately 20 locations along local roads have been identified as potentially requiring realignment or upgrade due to existing road geometry. These include:
• Four locations on Kelleys Road;
• Two locations on Ilparran Road.
• Nine locations on Maybole Road (east of Kelleys Road) if used for over- dimensional transport; and
• Up to 5 locations on Ben Lomond and Maybole Roads south of Kelleys Road for use by over dimensional transport vehicles.
WRWFPL proposes, as part of any upgrades, that each section of road would be surveyed to produce working drawings for road construction (subject to review by GISC, IC and ARC as applicable). More details are provided in sections below.
Port of Newcastle has been selected for delivery of turbine components but other items may come via Brisbane or other locations. Assessments of both routes have occurred with various options for reaching site once the Glen Innes locality is reached. Review of the haulage routes have been described in Epuron (2011) Goldwind Australia report, 2013 (Deugro), Goldwind Assessment 2015 and RJ Andrews Transport Management Plan. Consultation has also occurred for the various sections of the transport routes.
5.2 MATERIAL TRANSPORT FROM IDENTIFIED QUARRIES
Aggregate and gravel deliveries are required to support Project construction. The approximate total number and the number of daily deliveries of this material to site are provided at Table . The quarries from where this material will be sourced are identified in Table 5.1. A map displaying each of the quarry locations in relation to the site is provided at Figure 5-1. As far as possible, material excavated on site will be reused to minimise traffic movements on local roads.
The approximate distances of these quarries from the WRWF are provided in Table 5.1. It is not expected that road upgrades would be required to support the delivery of this material. Quarries potentially to be used by the Project are fully approved to supply gravel along local roads to the site.
Depending on the location of construction activities, it is expected that access to site would be via all five of the proposed site entrances. The transport routes used for delivery of the gravel supplies are as agreed with Glen Innes Severn and Inverell Shire Councils.
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Table 5.1 Proposed Quarry Sites
Quarry Site Name Road Route Distance from Site (km) Council Quarry (Kings Plan Kings Plain Road and Polhill 18.7 Road) Road
Phil Clayton Pit (2671 Gwydir Gwydir Highway and 12.2 Hwy) Ilparran Road
Council Quarry (Strathbogie Strathbogie Road and Polhill 27.3 Road) Road
Frasier’s Quarry (Strumans Spring Mountain Road and 20.9 Road) Gwydir Highway
Mitch Collins Quarry (382 Polhill Road 18.4 Wellingrove Road)
Council Pit (east of Glenn Gwydir Highway 24.6 Innes, Gwydir Highway)
Hugan Quarry (Falls Creek Rd) Adjacent to WRWF access 0.0 track (near T22)
Dulhunty Quarry (Ilparran Adjacent to WRWF access 0.0 Road) (DA pending) track (near T51)
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5.3 REVIEW OF TRANSPORT ROUTE FROM PORT OF BRISBANE
Transport routes were assessed by EPURON (2011) based on the fact that wind turbines will be manufactured overseas and delivered to a major Australian port. While the Port of Brisbane is deemed suitable for receiving wind turbine components, Newcastle has been selected as the preferred entry point.
The potential route from the Port of Brisbane would require negotiation of a route around Brisbane CBD and then via the Ipswich Motorway and Cunningham Highway to Warwick and then the New England Highway to Tenterfield and Glen Innes. The route is regularly used by B-double vehicles and oversized vehicles between Brisbane and Sydney. This route is considered generally suitable for carriage of oversized wind farm components to Glen Innes. The sections that required more detailed assessment by the transport contractor immediately prior to construction were:
• Cunningham’s Gap;
• the route through Warwick; and
• between Tenterfield and Glen Innes.
5.4 REVIEW OF TRANSPORT ROUTE FROM PORT OF NEWCASTLE
The Port of Newcastle is also deemed suitable for receiving wind turbine components and has been selected for that purpose. The potential route from Newcastle to Glen Innes via the New England Highway is a viable option for heavy vehicles as it is wide and is in good condition. There are several sections of the highway that have been subject to more detailed assessment by the transport contractor for the large oversize loads. Details of pinch points are provided in Section 11 of the transport contractor’s Transport Management Plan of 29 September 2016. These include:
• Singleton underpass
• Liddell underpass
• in Muswellbrook the New England Highway passes under the railway line with steep grades at either end and a tight turn on the south side and a roundabout on the northern side;
• Willow Tree Heavy Vehicle Inspection Station; and
• roundabouts to negotiate at Tamworth.
Additionally, there are steep ascents through Moonbi Gap, near Tamworth.
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Further consultation between the transport contractor (Rex Andrews) and relevant road authorities (RMS and relevant Councils) was undertaken to confirm status of roadworks or modifications to allow a viable transport route for the oversize vehicles. Over-dimensional turbine component deliveries to the WRWF Site commenced in December 2016.
5.5 TRANSPORT ROUTES AROUND GLEN INNES TOWNSHIP
5.5.1 Glen Innes Township
The township of Glen Innes is located on the New England Highway and at the intersection with the Gwydir Highway. Glen Innes is accessible for vehicles travelling on New England Highway from either Brisbane or Newcastle.
It is a significant regional centre with many commercial businesses, residences, and schools, elements of tourism and varying levels of local traffic. Key considerations for transport of components through or around Glen Innes include:
• timing of the vehicle movements to minimise disruption to local Glen Innes traffic and night time noise at residences along the route;
• suitability of routes skirting Glen Innes town centre or, to access temporary storage location at 90 Ferguson Street, as agreed with GISC;
• access past roundabouts if passing through town;
• avoiding the main street; and
• utilising streets and intersections that are sufficient width to allow the transit of the large vehicles involved.
The New England Highway leading through Glen Innes has been assessed as being in good condition, very wide and suitable for the passage of the oversize vehicles. However, northbound oversize vehicles (from Newcastle going to the northern site entry) may need changes to road furniture associated with roundabouts on the highway.
An alternative would be to have these vehicles use the southbound lanes to pass the roundabout and continue to Grafton Street, north of Glen Innes (avoids changes to street furniture). A second alternative is to use an eastern bypass.
The intersection of the New England Highway and the Gwydir Highway appears to be negotiable for the transport of oversized components to the wind farm site. Large semi- trailers regularly use both highways. However, there is an approved B-Double route to the north of the town centre that uses Grafton Street to avoid the centre of Glen Innes.
The route through the intersection of New England and Gwydir Highways would only be adopted if supported by RMS and GISC. Any modifications
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would be proposed following advice from the haulage contractor and would require approval from Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) and the GISC. The route for oversize and overmass vehicles through Glen Innes using the eastern and northern bypass and access to a temporary storage location is illustrated in Figure 5-2. Plates illustrating key intersections are contained in Annex C.
5.5.2 Northern Bypass for Glen Innes
To avoid impacting local traffic in the area around Glen Innes CBD, the oversize and overmass traffic will be directed to alternative routes that skirt the urban development of Glen Innes Township. It uses part of an approved B-Double route that is generally considered suitable for the oversize vehicles, subject to confirmation by the logistics contractor of capability of intersections and bridges.
Assessment of the suitability of the intersections will include whether any upgrades are required and can be accommodated within property and infrastructure constraints. The assessment will be undertaken to facilitate GISC agreement for the route to be used. Intersection details are illustrated in Annex C.
Limited use of 1.5km of the Gwydir Highway between Tuttles Lane and 90 Ferguson Street (Figure 5.2) for over-dimensional equipment would occur to access temporary storage for some items as agreed with GISC.
5.6 GWYDIR HIGHWAY TO MATHESON LOCALITY
The transport route to the northern part of WRWF site from Glen Innes is via the Gwydir Highway. Gwydir Highway is in good condition with some minor local roads joining the highway. Gwydir Highway passes over Waterloo Range approximately 15 km east Glen Innes and then descends in a steep grade to the Wellingrove Valley near Matheson. The intersection with Ilparran Road is 19 km west of Glen Innes and the northern site entrance is 22 km west of Glen Innes. Both of these intersections (exits from Gwydir Highway) have been upgraded under a Works Authorisation Deed agreed with RMS before initial delivery of over-dimensional items occurred.
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5.7 NORTHERN ENTRY TO THE PROJECT SITE FROM GWYDIR HIGHWAY
The northern entry to the site from the Gwydir Highway utilises an existing farm entry point across a Crown Reserve. The entry point has been discussed with RMS and GISC. A key issue for the location is the safe viewing distance for the intersection, particularly from the west. Consideration of one or more turning lanes (deceleration lanes) would provide for safe passing by through vehicles.
Correspondence from RMS (Development Assessment Officer, Matt Adams in an email 18 May 2015), regarding infrastructure changes for the access off the highway stated the following:
• ‘Roads and Maritime’s agreement to an access treatment will be subject to review of a Traffic Impact Assessment for the project as referred to in condition E21(e)(iii) of the project approval.
• Your preliminary diagram of the proposed works on the Gwydir Highway alignment include an eastbound channelised right (CHR) deceleration lane and a westbound auxiliary left (AUL) deceleration lane. The proposed treatment appears to be appropriate for the proposed access location.
• Please note that all works to upgrade the main entrance will be subject to Roads and Maritime’s ‘Works Authorisation Deed’ (WAD) process.
• You will need to submit detailed concept designs of the proposed works to Roads and Maritime for design approval and enter into the WAD prior to undertaking works on the classified road.
• Please note that the process can take a number of weeks to complete depending on the scope of works, so it is important that you include sufficient lead time in your project development schedule.
• All works under the WAD will need to be undertaken by an RMS pre-qualified contractor.
It was also anticipated that some widening of the entry point (within the Crown Reserve will be required to accommodate the swept path for the oversize vehicles. Figure 5-3 shows the intersection location and design issues.
RMS has been consulted about the works to upgrade the entrance and designs have been prepared for this purpose. WRWFPL and the contractor have prepared designs in consultation with RMS and obtained approval for the upgrade works to proceed subject to requirements of the RMS approval. The upgrade works were completed in December 2016. Figure 5-4 shows the proposed design agreed with RMS through a WAD process. RMS had previously agreed to use of the entry, prior to its upgrade, for preliminary construction activities. That agreement was subject to a suitable Traffic Control Plan and access prior to completion of the upgrade was arranged with use of a Traffic Control contractor.
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5.8 ILPARRAN ROAD AND NORTH-EASTERN SITE ENTRANCE
Ilparran Road intersects with Gwydir Highway west of Matheson. A section of approximately 5 km provides access to the northeastern entry point from which 11 turbines (T51 to T61) can be reached. Ilparran Road is a minor local road that is sealed for the northern part (approx. 2.5 km) and unsealed for remaining 2.5 km to the northeastern site entry point. There are two 90 degree bends in the road, 2.2 km from Gwydir Highway and these have been considered in respect of suitability for the oversize vehicles that will deliver turbine blades.
Ilparran Road is within Glen Innes Severn Shire and GISC is the relevant road authority. Upgrade works for the Gwydir Highway and at the intersection with Gwydir Highway have been planned in consultation with RMS and a Works Authorisation Deed agreed between RMS and WRWFPL. An agreement with GISC for use of Ilparran Road has been established and approved by GISC.
The northeastern site entrance is on the western side of Ilparran Road at an existing farm entrance point. The entry point has been upgraded to allow oversize vehicles. The entry was previously used for semi-trailers used to transport stock and has also been used for delivery of earthmoving equipment.
The section of Ilparran Road from the Gwydir Highway to the north eastern site access is illustrated in Figure 5-5 and Annex C. Sections of the Ilparran road have been upgraded during 2016.
RMS (Matt Adams Development Assessment Officer email 18 May 2015), advised that in respect exit from Gwydir Highway to Ilparran Road that:
• All works on public roads should be designed and constructed in accordance with the current Australia Roads Guidelines, Australian Standards and relevant Roads and Maritime Supplements.
• Works to intersections within the road reserves of the Gwydir Highway are subject to the WAD process and will be managed by Roads and Maritime.
• All other works proposed on local roads will require the approval of the relevant Roads Authority, being Council.
The agreed design for the upgrade of the intersection of Gwydir Highway and Ilparran Road is illustrated in Figure 5-6. Following approval of the design by RMS the upgrade works were undertaken in accordance with RMS conditions of approval and were completed in December 2016.
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5.9 SOUTHERN ACCESS ROUTE TO WIND FARM
WRWF can also be accessed via a Southern access route from New England Highway. The route described in EA, 2011 starts at a point about 15 km south of Glen Innes and involves approximately 15 km of local roads, Grahams Valley Road, Ben Lomond Road, Maybole Road and small sections of Kelleys Road within Glen Innes Severn Shire and approximately 2 km to 3 km of Kelleys Road within Inverell Shire.
The initial Stage 1 construction works commenced with access from Gwydir Highway at the northern end of the Project Area. Use of the Southern access route has occurred later in the construction phase. Over-dimensional transport vehicles for wind turbine components will access the southern part of WRWF site via Ben Lomond and Maybole Roads. Other construction vehicles will use the Grahams Valley, Maybole and Kelleys Road route or may also continue to use the northern access and travel through the site depending on requirements.
5.10 GRAHAMS VALLEY ROAD
Grahams Valley Road is a sealed local road. The section used is from New England Highway to the intersection with Maybole Road at 5.4 km west of New England Highway as illustrated in Figure 5-7.
The intersection of Grahams Valley Road and New England Highway requires review in terms of suitability. RMS has been consulted in regards to use of the southern route and exit of oversize vehicles from the highway to Grahams Valley Road. No major upgrade is anticipated to be required.
Grahams Valley Road runs along the valley floor on the southern side of Beardy Waters. The Road is narrow and has evidence of potholing that has been subject to spot/patch maintenance.
RMS (Matt Adams Development Assessment Officer email 18 May 2015), advised that in respect exit from New England Highway to Grahams Valley Road that:
• All works on public roads should be designed and constructed in accordance with the current Australia Roads Guidelines, Australian Standards and relevant Roads and Maritime Supplements.
• Works to intersections within the road reserves of the New England Highway are subject to the WAD process and will be managed by Roads and Maritime.
• All other works proposed on local roads will require the approval of the relevant Roads Authority, being Council.
Consultation is continuing with respective road authorities to agree access arrangements via the Southern Access Route including or excluding over- dimensional transport. Consultation with RMS in 2016 has also indicated that
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a WAD for the intersection with New England Highway may not be needed, if changes are limited to minor vegetation clearing on the roadsides.
5.11 MAYBOLE ROAD
There is a 10.5 km section of the Southern route along Maybole Road from the intersection of Grahams Valley Road to the intersection with Kelleys Road. Maybole Road can be considered in 3 sections:
• Eastern Section - low lying within valley floor (two bridge crossings);
• Central Section - steep and winding section that will require upgrades; and
• Western Section - narrow winding road through elevated rural land.
Maybole Road is a narrow, mostly sealed road that would require some upgrades if used for transport of over-dimensional loads. Nine locations have been identified as potentially requiring realignment or remedial works as shown in the Figure 5-8. Photos of this section of road are provided in Annex C.
5.12 KELLEYS ROAD
Kelleys Road is a 4.5 km section of unsealed, narrow winding road that is partly in Glen Innes Severn Shire (~3 km) and partly in Inverell Shire (~2 km).
The western part of Kelleys Road is narrow and winding with overhanging trees. It is expected that parts of the road will need to be upgraded to allow the passage of oversize vehicles.
If over dimensional vehicles destined for southern turbine sites enter the Project Area from Gwydir Highway, they would use internal access tracks to White Rock Mountain and then the western ridgeline of the WRWF layout (T26 to T48) to reach Kelleys Road. Over-dimensional vehicles accessing Turbines Sites 62 to 83 would need to use a section of Kelleys Road, approximately 2 km in length.
Three site entry points from Kelleys Road are required for WRWF Stage 1:
• eastern one on the northern side of Kelleys Road to access Turbines 83 to 62;
• at the western end of Kelleys Road, on northern side to access the western ridge of WRWF (Turbines 48 to northern site entrance); and
• western end of Kelleys Road, on southern side to access Turbines 109 to 113.
Figure 5-9 illustrates Kelleys Road and southern site entrances. Photos of this section of road are provided in Annex C.
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5.13 ALTERNATE SOUTHERN ROUTE OPTION VIA BEN LOMOND
A further route option for over-dimensional vehicles has been approved for access to the southern parts of the WRWF site. This alternate southern access route has been considered as it provides a route that has better alignments and requires less road upgrade works for the over dimensional vehicles. It also represents the most direct route to the WRWF site for vehicles approaching from Armidale and is anticipated to involve lower upgrade cost than the Grahams Valley/Maybole route option.
The route is approximately 32 km from New England Highway to Kelleys Road. It crosses three Local Government Areas, Glen Innes Severn, Inverell and Armidale. Figure 5-10 and Figure 5-11 illustrate the Southern Access Route via Ben Lomond Road and Maybole Road (also see plates in Annex C5).
The route exits the New England Highway to the north of Llangothlin and continues approximately 13km to Ben Lomond on Ben Lomond Road. The intersection with New England Highway appears negotiable for over dimension vehicles but may require temporary arrangements for moving signage while vehicles pass through the intersection. RMS and Armidale Council have been consulted in respect of this section of the route option.
To the north of Ben Lomond, Maybole Road diverges from Old Ben Lomond Road. The route option follows Maybole Road until Kelleys Road is reached. There are several locations where minor road widening may be needed for over-dimensional vehicles and some pruning of over-hanging vegetation.
The route option has been approved by the relevant Councils (i.e. ARC, GISC and IC – see Annex E) subject to the following: • The route and associated upgrades are only for the use of OD transport vehicles • If rain is falling in the area or forecasted at the time of delivery, then additional monitoring will take place for this section of road to ensure the integrity and the safety of other users. • The project is to recognise local bus routes and times and set up an agreement with the local bus company on how to manage OD deliveries (see Chapter 4) • Additional community engagement is to be arranged (see Section 7.6)
Subsequent to Council approvals being obtained, the following actions are underway:
• WRWF Project Approval condition (E17) in terms of undertaking a Road Dilapidation assessment; • Updating the CTAMP (this update) in respect of Condition E22(c) and approval obtained; • Designs developed for any upgrade works; • Obtain approval of relevant road authority for design of upgrade works and conditions for implementation
Works would only occur once all approvals obtained and notifications arranged.
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5.14 SURVEY OF LOCATIONS THAT REQUIRE REALIGNMENT
As indicated above, up to 17 locations along Ilparran Road, Maybole Road, Kelleys Road and Ben Lomond Road would require realignment for movement of oversize and overmass vehicles where the routes are to be used for that purpose. The survey and assessment of these locations will consist of the following elements:
• levels measured at regular intervals over the site of the existing pavement and proposed realignment for creation of a digital terrain model (contours);
• location of existing fencing adjacent to the existing pavement;
• location of visible services such as overhead electricity and telecommunications pits;
• location of significant vegetation (trees with a trunk diameter greater than 0.2 m);
• location of structures or features which may be constraints to design (sheds, houses etc);
• survey to include sections of the existing road formation at start and end of realignment;
• installation of site bench marks / survey control marks;
• boundaries to be plotted from previous plans of subdivision or digital cadastre from LPI, NSW;
• connection to Australian Height Datum – refer to survey control as part of Stage 1; and
• LIDAR data will be utilised where available to minimise the need for Survey.
LIDAR data is understood to be available within the Glen Innes Severn Council area and extends west to the intersection between Kelleys Road and Maybole Road.
Having completed site surveys of these discrete sections of road, the construction contractor will design longitudinal and cross sections for a proposed road formation which will comply with the geometric requirements of turbine transportation vehicles (swept path data to be supplied by the construction contractor). Working drawings and electronic design data will be provided to Glen Innes Severn Council and RMS for review and agreement and where appropriate, to the WRWF/EPC contractor for implementation.
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6 TRAFFIC IMPACT CONSIDERATION
6.1 BACKGROUND
A Traffic and Transport Impact Assessment was prepared by EPURON (2011) to support the Environmental Assessment. WRWFPL has also arranged more recent route assessments by transport contractors. Further review of transport options and consultation with road authorities has occurred during 2015 and a Transport Management Plan was prepared by a transport contractor in September 2016. The Ben Lomond route option was separately assessed.
The key traffic and transport implications from the proposal arise from additional vehicle volumes and oversize and overmass vehicles accessing the wind farm site from the public road network during the Project’s construction phase. Details of types of transport and volumes were provided in Chapter 4 of this CTAMP. Transport routes were outlined in Chapter 5 of this CTAMP.
Potential delays to public road users may arise from this additional construction traffic and any traffic management required around upgrading of proposed site access points and local public road upgrades. A summary of the key impacts identified in this assessment is provided below.
6.1.1 Summary of Key Impacts
6.1.2 Traffic Generated During Construction
Construction traffic will be generated by the delivery of equipment and materials (including oversize and overmass vehicles) as well as the construction work force travelling to and from the site on a daily basis.
The main impacts of wind farm construction traffic on the local communities will involve:
• increased frequency of vehicle movements on the Gwydir Highway alignment and the Grahams Valley Road-Maybole Road-Kelleys Road alignment that would otherwise have low traffic volumes;
• delays to trip times caused by movements of vehicles through Glen Innes and along the transport routes to and from the site entry points;
• potential safety risks arising from increased traffic movements and movements of oversize and overmass vehicles; and
• potential for accelerated deterioration of local roads due to increased transport with oversize and overmass vehicles.
The volume of construction traffic will be spread over the construction period but on a daily basis the frequency of vehicle movements would fluctuate depending on the construction activities occurring at the time.
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The general increase in daily traffic has the potential to increase the short-term traffic noise levels along the proposed access route. The level of disturbance to residents will be directly related to the proximity of the existing premises to the access roads. Road traffic noise impacts and mitigation measures are discussed further in the Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan (CNVMP).
6.1.3 Gravel Truck Movements
The main increase in vehicle movements during construction will result from the transportation of gravel to site to surface the internal access tracks. Gravel will be sourced from several quarries located either close to or within WRWF (see Figure 5-1). Gravel truck movements will be kept to a minimum by use of material won on-site, as part of the bulk earthworks for tracks, turbines and hardstands. Deliveries will also avoid school bus hours to minimise the safety risk.
6.1.4 Oversize and Overmass Vehicles
Vehicles delivering the main crane, wind turbine components and 33kV/132kV transformer components will be oversize, overmass or both. The oversize and overmass vehicles are likely to travel at lower speeds than those normally used by local road users and will be accompanied by escort vehicles. Some delays may be experienced by local road users due to the nature of the vehicles being used to deliver components and materials to the site.
Transport from Brisbane or Newcastle to the Glen Innes locality will require permits issued by the relevant road authorities. Use of oversize and overmass vehicles will require special operating permits to allow them to travel on public roads and the appropriately licensed haulage contractor will complete a detailed assessment for approval by RMS and relevant Councils prior to construction. These detailed assessments will also involve review by police and as necessary, police escorts for over-dimensional vehicles may be required.
6.1.5 Structural Capacity of Existing Roads and Structures
The existing roads that provide the feasible access to the site are generally in good condition, however the increased traffic during construction has the potential to exacerbate any areas that are showing signs of deterioration. Increased inspection and maintenance will need to be discussed and agreed with the relevant Council.
The major roads have been designed to cater for large overmass vehicles, but for local roads, some structures such as cattle grids, road furniture and signage may be impacted by the passage of the large construction vehicles. These structures may require monitoring and repair or replacement during the construction period to maintain serviceability for local users and construction traffic.
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Where any upgrade works are required such as widening of intersections, the location of services (electricity, gas, water and communications) will also need to be identified and considered by the design and works planning.
On-going consultation with Patrick Munro of RMS Special Permits Branch will be undertaken regarding ‘pinch points’ and over dimension vehicle movements. Pinch points have been identified in the transport contractor’s Transport Management Plan (September 2016).
6.1.6 Road Safety
The transport of large items of equipment on oversize and overmass vehicles not only increases local traffic using the local road network but also has the potential to have some impact on road safety. Such potential safety impacts may result from:
• other road users becoming frustrated by delays behind slow moving vehicles;
• normal traffic expectation by local road users not allowing for the presence of large vehicles; and
• an increase in traffic numbers on the roads.
6.1.7 Operational Phase
The operational phase involves much lower volumes of traffic and rare need for oversize or overmass vehicles. Nevertheless, this can occur if maintenance or equipment replacement requires these deliveries to site. Any such deliveries would be arranged in accordance with the controls applied for the construction stage. It is preferable that any intersection improvements made for the construction stage are retained for the life of the project to enable any oversize deliveries should they be required.
6.2 CONSULTATION WITH ROAD AUTHORITIES
Consultation with Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) identified that prior to any road construction works commencing on State owned roads the developer will need to provide detailed road design for approval and enter into a Works Authorisation Deed (WAD). A WAD (in respect of entry from Gwydir Highway and intersection with Ilparran Road) has been agreed with RMS (deed for signature received on 6 April 2016). The works identified in the WAD have been undertaken by a RMS Pre-qualified contractor. RMS approved commencement of preliminary works at the site prior to completion of works under the WAD. The upgrades were completed by mid-December 2016. Notice of Practical Completion by RMS was obtained on 17 February 2017 (see Annex D).
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Further planning and consultation as detailed in this CTAMP with Councils and RMS will be undertaken as necessary to ensure the safe passage of vehicles travelling to and from and entering and leaving the site.
6.3 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSPORT FROM QUEENSLAND
If Brisbane is selected as the port for delivery of some components the logistics contractor will need to gain appropriate interstate vehicle and access permits for transport within NSW from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR).
6.4 CONSULTATION WITH RMS, GLEN INNES SEVERN, INVERELL AND ARMIDALE COUNCILS
Consultation with RMS, GISC, IC and ARC has focussed on the following locations:
• the northern site entry point from Gwydir Highway (addressed by WAD);
• movement of large vehicles from Gwydir Highway into Ilparran Road and return to the highway (addressed by WAD) and use of Ilparran Road (GISC);
• large vehicle movements from New England Highway to Grahams Valley Road and return;
• The route option via Ben Lomond to the southern part of WRWF (ARC);
• movement of large vehicles from State Highways to and from local roads bypassing the main centre of Glen Innes (Grafton Street, Heron Street and Tuttles Lane); and
• Conduct of certain works on site, prior to completion of road upgrades.
Consultation with Councils has addressed:
• any proposed upgrade of sections of the local roads;
• discussion of any need for trimming overhanging vegetation on transport routes;
• details of dilapidation studies for routes to be used for the construction traffic and agreement obtained for funding of any restoration of damage arising from the wind farm construction traffic;
• discussion of timing of travel and management of impacts on local road users; and
• school bus travel routes (Figure 4.1) and timing relative to transport to site.
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Table 6.1 outlines the consultation undertaken with relevant government departments and agencies throughout the assessment process.
Ongoing consultation with agencies is required throughout the construction of the Stage 1 Project.
It is also proposed that the local community be kept informed of transport activities and any potential for disruption to traffic flows and timing of movements of oversize vehicles.
Community notification activities are detailed in Section 7.6. Several media may be used including: letterbox drops, the local newspapers, radio and TV and the WRWF project website and newsletters.
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7 MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
This section presents the traffic and access management strategy that will be applied to minimise impacts to traffic and access generated by the Project.
7.1 PERMITS / LICENCES / CONSENT
It is recognised that certain elements of road will require modifications and additional maintenance will be required as a part of this Project. The WRWF will comply with Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993 ‘Works and Structures’. All works outside of the Project boundary will be under the control of the body responsible for that asset, all contractors will be prequalified by the asset owners and final inspection and sign off of works will be by the asset owners.
Road Occupancy Licences are to be arranged by the contractor in consultation with RMS for modifications to state owned roads.
A Works Authorisation Deed (WAD) is required between the WRWFPL and RMS for the construction works proposed to upgrade site access points and intersections on classified roads. The WAD has been agreed for Gwydir Highway access point and Ilparran intersection and RMS has given approval for the upgrade works subject to addressing stipulated safety requirements (19 October 2016). The upgrade works were completed in mid-December 2016 with the Notice of Practical Completion from RMS received 17 February 2017 (see Annex D).
Approvals from the relevant road authority (local council or RMS) under Section 138 of the Roads Act, 1993 are required for works on local and classified roads (refer Annex B). GISC approval was obtained for upgrade works for Ilparran Road and have been completed. GISC approval has also been sought for works on the western end of Kelleys Road between site entry points.
Approvals have been obtained from ARC, GISC and IC regarding the use of OD transport vehicles along the Ben Lomond Road route (see Annex E), with section 138 applications currently underway with relevant councils for the various road upgrade requirements.
Heavy vehicle access is regulated under the National Heavy Vehicle Law and Regulations and appropriate access permits are required for use of heavy vehicles on NSW and QLD roads.
7.2 HAULAGE
GWA has commissioned Bluewater Shipping Logistics (and its subcontractor Rex Andrews Haulage) a licensed haulage contractor for the transport of wind turbine components. Proposed haulage routes were developed as part of the Traffic Impact Assessment (Epuron 2011) to inform the Environmental Assessment (EA). Further detail on haulage routes is provided in Section 5 and
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the Transport Management Plan prepared by the transport contractor in September 2016.
The final detailed haulage routes and requirements were developed by the appointed haulage contractor and upon determination of the haulage route. The licensed haulage contractor details have been provided to the relevant authorities prior to the commencement of any work.
7.3 ROAD CONDITION AND DILAPIDATION
Prior to the commencement of construction of the Project and in accordance with MCoA E17, a suitably qualified specialist was be commissioned to assess the condition of local public roads proposed to be traversed by construction traffic associated with the Project (including overmass or oversize vehicles) in consultation with local councils and, where relevant, RMS. This included identification of any upgrade requirements to accommodate Project traffic for the duration of construction (including culvert, bridge and drainage design; intersection treatments; vehicle turning requirements; and site access) considering final traffic volumes.
WRWFPL required the construction contractor to undertake all base investigations and develop Road Dilapidation Reports for submission to the relevant road authority, (Glen Innes Severn, Inverell and Armidale Councils) prior to the commencement of haulage for the Project. The dilapidation reports have been completed and submitted to the respective Councils.
WRWFPL requires as a minimum, that the following investigations be undertaken to determine the pre-construction road pavement condition:
• digital imaging of road pavement/carriageway; and
• assessment of rutting, roughness and macro texture of pavement.
Non-destructive testing of subgrades of pavements is something that WRWFPL recognises as being required in areas that both are currently showing dilapidation and areas that are deemed as high risks of future dilapidation.
The local roads that are required to be investigated were outlined in Section 5 and the roads have been assessed and details provided to the respective councils.
Reporting of all findings as well as assessments of current pavement condition has been included in the Road Dilapidation Reports and submitted to the relevant road authorities to ensure compliance with the Condition of Approval (E17(c).
WRWFPL will ensure that all pre-construction upgrade measures identified in the report are implemented to the satisfaction of Council and RMS, prior to the commencement of construction or, as agreed with the relevant road authority, prior to movement of over-dimensional vehicles.
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A post-construction Dilapidation Report will be undertaken following the completion of construction works to assess the damage attributable to the project over and above the normal road wear and tear for the time frame of the works.
Following completion of construction, a post-construction road dilapidation report shall be prepared to assess any damage that may have resulted from the construction of the project, over and above the normally expected wear. Measures to restore or reinstate roads affected by the project shall be undertaken in a timely manner, in accordance with the reasonable requirements of the relevant road authority and at the full expense of WRWFPL as per agreements between WRWFPL and the relevant road authorities (as required).
7.4 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLANS
Traffic Control Plans (TCP) are to be prepared prior to any works being undertaken on local roads or State Highways. The TCPs will implement specific controls that have been identified in this CTAMP or required by the relevant road authorities. The TCPs will specify the description, position, quantity, applicability, behaviour and the methodology of actions on the road network (onsite and off), for example speed limit alterations, road signage, junction upgrades, behaviour of drivers, control mechanisms, reporting etc. As a minimum, the following TCPs would be required:
• as part of any works that would impact upon a public road;
• as part of any application for a Road Occupancy Licence from RMS Traffic Operations Unit prior to commencing work within the classified road reserve or within 100 metres of traffic signals; and
• as part of works to an intersection on any public road.
All Traffic Control Plans must comply with the RMS Traffic Control at Worksites manual.
7.5 SAFETY
In order to travel the route safely, the following considerations should be adhered to by contracted drivers:
• 100% compliance with transport permits;
• vehicles shall obey all speed limits and road rules;
• large vehicles shall be restricted to travel outside of school bus times on school bus routes, where possible or unless directed by local Police or agencies;
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• Arrangements have been made with the bus company along the Ben Lomond route for the school bus to communicate on an agreed UHF radio channel in the event that the transport vehicles cannot avoid the school bus times (or used any other time when an encounter may occur). The OD transport company has been inducted into this process. Ongoing consultation with the bus company will occur as relevant;
• vehicle operators shall not drive fatigued;
• drivers shall be aware of (constantly vigilant of) livestock and wildlife; and
• drivers must operate in accordance with RMS recommendations for oversize and overmass vehicles and the final transport code of conduct (a draft is provided in Annex A).
7.6 COMMUNITY LIAISON AND COMPLAINT MANAGEMENT
General community consultation in relation to traffic and access will be undertaken during the Project on a case by case basis and in accordance with the CEMP.
Traffic consultation requirements include on-going liaison with relevant stakeholders including, local landholders, near neighbours, emergency services, business owners and school bus companies. Where required for specific activities, notification will be completed in line with the statutory requirements of the special operating permits, licences or consents and/or the local Councils.
Prior to any significant works commencing (eg significant public road upgrades, commencement of a period of heavy haulage or commencement of transportation of oversized loads) WRWF will provide notification to relevant stakeholders. Notification measures may include:
• Notification to residents along the local delivery route by letter, at least two weeks prior to commencement of works and would include:
• an outline the general scope of works and / or delivery route and the expected duration; • opportunity to register for an email list to receive updates; • refer to the project website for further information and regular updates; and • provide details of the dedicated phone and email address for enquiries and complaints.
• Provide notification of the works in the local papers (if not already lodged under the statutory requirements of the special operating permits, licences or consents and/or the local Councils), to the local councils and school bus companies.
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• Include notification of the works on the project website.
During the construction period, notifications would be undertaken on a case by case basis, targeting significant construction traffic periods and specifically identified receptors. It is anticipated that the Principal Contractor would provide weekly construction updates to WRWF. Where such information is considered relevant to the local community, they would be notified through the following approaches:
• post the relevant information on the project website and in the shop front in Glen Innes;
• disseminate the information to local councils and school bus companies as required; and
• disseminate the information via a residents email list (residents who requested provision of email updates).
In addition to the notification measures outlined above, a number of other communication methods may be used on a case by case basis. These may include regular newsletters, a feedback form on the project website, regular updates to the Community Consultative Committee, and dedicated phone, email and postal addresses for enquiries and complaints.
All traffic related complaints will be managed in accordance with the WRWFPL Complaints Management System described in the WRWF Complaints and Enquiries Policy (Annex N of CEMP) and Plan (Annex O of CEMP).
7.7 MITIGATION AND MANAGEMENT MEASURES
To achieve the traffic and access targets presented in Section 3.2, and meet all legal and other requirements, including MCoA and SoC presented in Section 2, the mitigation and management measures as identified in Table 7.1 will be adopted. For each measure, key WRWFPL management personnel and accountabilities are provided.
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recommending engineering solutions to be implemented in combination with appropriate traffic Control Plans licensing. tailored to meet the level of daily vehicle movements at each stage of construction; and
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Dilapidation • works will be undertaken following detailed analysis of the initial dilapidation report and any supporting GWA civil the haulage investigation as to the level of work required prior to the construction of the Project. This work will be undertaken in engineer route.
accordance with agreement of the council. This will also identify who is responsible for the work, its requirement and
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however sentries could be used to manage the ingress and egress of trucks with UHF radios to limit the potential for
queueing on the Gwydir Highway and local road network.
• the draft transport code of conduct (Annex A) will be finalised in consultation with transport contractor(s) reviewed by the ER and after ER approval implemented for all traffic and transport construction activities associated with Stage
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7.8 TRAINING AND AWARENESS
WRWFPL will ensure that all personnel responsible for the implementing this CTAMP are competent on the basis of education, training and experience.
All site personnel (including sub-contractors) will be provided with environmental training appropriate to their scope of activity and level of responsibility. General staff and contractors will be inducted to the Project with training provided on potential traffic and access impacts. Details of the traffic and access training and induction will focus on:
• objectives of the CTAMP;
• performance goals;
• mitigation measures required to be implemented;
• traffic and access monitoring and reporting requirements; and
• incident investigation and response.
Training is to be provided prior to start-up of any traffic and access related management tasks and updated if task, equipment or procedures are expected to, or have changed.
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8 INSPECTION AND MONITORING
8.1 SITE INSPECTIONS
The following inspections must be undertaken by the transportation contractor and Project contractor with respect to traffic:
• pre-start and pre-closedown inspections of traffic control devices and signage and the condition of local access roads; and
• weekly inspections of traffic control devices, signage and road condition.
8.2 MONITORING
Traffic monitoring during the construction phase would be undertaken in accordance with the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP).
Monitoring would include daily pre-start visual inspections of vehicles to ensure they are maintained in good working order.
The procedures to monitor traffic impacts on public and internal access tracks during construction, including noise, dust and travel times would include:
• monitoring compliance with TCP’s adopted for the work site;
• daily visual inspections to assess vehicle movement and traffic flows to and from the Project site along the Gwydir Highway and the southern access route or alternate southern route as applicable; and
• check periodically that all project related signs and devices are satisfactory and in their correct position.
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9 REPORTING, INCIDENT MANAGEMENT AND REVIEW
9.1 REPORTING
All traffic and access related reporting on the Project will be managed in accordance with the incident response process described in the CEMP. This includes internal and external notification, recording, reporting and response processes. This reporting will be in line with the project communication plan and executed by the principal contractor.
9.2 CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Where planning, checks or monitoring identify that a traffic or access issue has occurred or a validated complaint was received, an incident report and set of corrective actions will be raised by the construction contractor (eg in their Health, Safety and Environmental Management System) and immediately reported to the Site Environmental Manager.
Measures already implemented, additional measures to be implemented as a result and any corrective actions will be identified and reported to the WRWFPL Owners Representative. Actions will be implemented to the satisfaction of the WRWFPL Owners Representative and their effectiveness confirmed to demonstrate appropriate measures have been implemented to prevent reoccurrence of impacts, as far as practical.
9.3 CTAMP REVIEW
As with the overall CEMP, the CTAMP will be a working document that requires review and amendment during the life of the Project. The Development Compliance Manager shall undertake a review of the CTAMP where:
• an audit makes findings or recommendations identifying a need;
• there is a significant change to the construction schedule, the site layout or a change in the construction methodology;
• site based conditions require a change to the environmental controls and procedures identified within the CTAMP;
• an environmental incident occurs that requires corrective actions to be incorporated in the CTAMP; and
• directed to do so by the Environmental Representative acting within the requirements of the MCoA.
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The review shall consider the environmental controls and procedures set out within the CTAMP to make sure the environmental controls and procedures remain applicable to the activities being carried out.
Any recommendations from the review will be reported to the Site Project Manager and ER and (following adoption) be communicated to relevant stakeholders. The ER can approve CTAMP updates if they meet the criteria nominated in the CEMP.
Changes to the CTAMP will be communicated through toolbox talks to existing onsite personnel and be incorporated into environmental induction material.
Guidance Note
At the time this revised CTAMP was prepared (December 2016) some project features and details may have changed to that reported in previous versions. These details have been evaluated as part of the revision process and suitable edits made where they impact the usefulness and reliability of the plan.
Where the details do not make a material difference to the plan or where the new information cannot be confirmed with confidence, no changes are warranted and as such no edits have been made. This process of evaluation and review of project features would occur for any subsequent revisions to ensure these features are addressed where appropriate.
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EPURON (2011) White Rock Wind Farm – Environmental Assessment.
Goldwind Australia report 2013 (Deugro).
Goldwind Australia (2015) Main Routes into White Rock Wind Farm.
Rex J Andrews (2016) Transport Management Plan (BOP logistics contractor Bluewater Shipping)
Rex J Andrews (2016) Route Check: WRWF New England Highway to Kelleys Road via Ben Lomond (BOP logistics contractor Bluewater Shipping)
RMS WAD (2016) Works Authorisation Deed between WRWFPL and RMS
RTA (2010) Traffic Control at Work Sites.
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Annex A
Transport Code of Conduct
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A.1 TRANSPORT CODE OF CONDUCT
A Transport Code of Conduct will be applied to all traffic and transport construction activities associated with Stage 1 of the WRWF Project, with particular emphasis placed on the transport of oversize/overmass wind turbine components and delivery vehicles during the construction phase. This draft will form the basis for the Transport Code of Conduct to be finalised prior to construction. The final Code of Conduct will be reviewed and endorsed by the ER prior to implementation.
A.1.1 Haulage Routes and timing of transport
All large vehicles associated with the Project will follow the designated haulage route and main roads near the Project area to minimise impact to local roadways and road users. A map of the primary haulage routes highlighting critical locations will be attached to the Final Transport Code of Conduct. Any School Zones and school bus routes corresponding to the transport routes will be marked on the route maps. Timing of transport will be scheduled to minimise disruption to local traffic or result in safety risks.
A.1.2 Behavioural Requirements
The operators of all vehicles associated with the Project would maintain a high level of conduct and respect for other road users. All operators will undergo an induction prior to undertaking any transport to site and regular toolbox meetings will be held maintain awareness of required controls.
Details of the traffic and access training and induction will focus on:
• objectives of the CTAMP;
• performance goals;
• mitigation measures required to be implemented;
• traffic and access monitoring and reporting requirements; and
• incident investigation and response.
Training is to be provided prior to start-up of any traffic and access related management tasks and updated if task, equipment or procedures are expected to, or have changed.
The following requirements would be exercised at all times: • obey all the laws and regulations;
• not drive whilst under the influence of alcohol, drugs, nor any medication which may affect their ability to drive;
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• be medically fit to drive at all times and must inform site co-ordinators if they have any medical condition which may affect their ability to drive;
• drive in a considerate manner at all times and respect the rights of others to use and share the road space;
• report all vehicle defects to their employer. Serious defects must be corrected immediately or an alternative vehicle supplied;
• report any vehicle accident resulting in injury/or damage to property must be reported to the police;
• report any near misses;
• only drive in the construction hours when conducting Project works (unless permission to conduct Project works has been provided);
• securely fasten and cover loads, as appropriate; and
• keep their vehicle clean and in good mechanical condition to reduce the environmental impact.
The transport contractor is to develop and implement
• safety initiatives for haulage through residential areas and/or school zones; and
• a maintenance program for the heavy transport vehicles that is consistent with these safety requirements.
A.1.3 Safety Initiatives for haulage through residential areas and/or school zones
Safety initiatives for haulage through residential areas and/or school zones will developed in consultation with RMS, Councils and other stakeholders and be incorporated in the final Transport Code of Conduct.
A.1.4 Maintenance Requirements
The operators of all vehicles associated with the Project would maintain a high level of maintenance. The following requirements would be exercised at all times:
• ensure their vehicle complies with relevant State legislation in relation to roadworthiness and modifications;
• undergo regular vehicle checks and maintenance; and
• ensure their vehicles have correctly fitted mufflers to minimise noise disturbance.
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A.1.5 Speed Limits
All vehicles associated with the Project are required to travel within the posted speed limits on public roads. In situations where drivers visibility and traffic safety on public roads is affected by weather related conditions such as heavy rainfall or fog, construction vehicles should reduce their speed limit until visibility and traffic safety has improved. Appropriate speed limits (less than 40 km/h) on site should be implemented, providing for a safe workplace.
Monitoring systems will be implemented to ensure speed limits are complied with at the Project site.
A.1.6 Complaint resolution and disciplinary procedure
All traffic related complaints will be managed in accordance with the WRWFPL Complaints Management System described in Annexures N and O of the CEMP. Complaints will be investigated and a report prepared on the circumstances of the complaints, risks arising and any non-compliance with project procedures. Failure to comply with any procedures for safe transport may result in dismissal of specific operator(s) from the project.
A.1.7 Community Consultation for Peak Haulage Periods
WRWFPL community consultation in relation to traffic and access will include on-going consultation with relevant stakeholders including, local landholders, emergency services, business owners and school bus companies:
Liaison activities may include: • notifications, prior to commencement of any significant works, to local residents, local newspapers, and on the project website;
• notifications on a case by case basis as construction progresses, including via the project website, shop front, local councils, local residents, newsletters and the Community Consultative Committee;
• a dedicated telephone contacts list to enable any issues or concerns to be rapidly identified and addressed; and
• Transport operators are to provide feedback on:
• any risks or issues arising for the transport; and
• construction traffic routes and any potential impacts.
Attachment A - Transport Code of Conduct Primary Haulage Routes
Map(s) of primary haulage routes highlighting critical locations are to be added on finalisation of logistics contract and confirmation of port of origin for turbine components.
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Annex B
Roads Act Section 138 and 139 Requirements
WHITE ROCK WIND FARM – STAGE 1 – CEMP – ANNEX D – CTAMP MAY 2017
B.1 REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 138 AND 139 OF ROADS ACT 1993 NO 33
Current version for 4 June 2015 to date (accessed 13 July 2015 at 16:56) 138 Works and structures (1) A person must not: (a) erect a structure or carry out a work in, on or over a public road, or (b) dig up or disturb the surface of a public road, or (c) remove or interfere with a structure, work or tree on a public road, or (d) pump water into a public road from any land adjoining the road, or (e) connect a road (whether public or private) to a classified road, otherwise than with the consent of the appropriate roads authority. (2) A consent may not be given with respect to a classified road except with the concurrence of RMS. (3) If the applicant is a public authority, the roads authority and, in the case of a classified road, RMS must consult with the applicant before deciding whether or not to grant consent or concurrence. (4) This section applies to a roads authority and to any employee of a roads authority in the same way as it applies to any other person. (5) This section applies despite the provisions of any other Act or law to the contrary, but does not apply to anything done under the provisions of the Pipelines Act 1967 or under any other provision of an Act that expressly excludes the operation of this section. 139 Nature of consent (1) A consent under this Division: (a) may be granted on the roads authority’s initiative or on the application of any person, and (b) may be granted generally or for a particular case, and (c) may relate to a specific structure, work or tree or to structures, works or trees of a specified class, and (c1) in relation to integrated development within the meaning of section 91 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, is subject to Division 5 of Part 4 of that Act, and (d) may be granted on such conditions as the appropriate roads authority thinks fit.
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(2) In particular, a consent under this Division with respect to the construction of a utility service in, on or over a public road may require the service to be located: (a) in such position as may be indicated in that regard in a plan of subdivision or other plan registered in the office of the Registrar-General with respect to the road, or (b) in such other position as the roads authority may direct. (3) In particular, a consent under this Division with respect to the erection of a structure may be granted subject to a condition that permits or prohibits the use of the structure for a specified purpose or purposes.
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Annex C
Preliminary Transport Route Analysis and images
C1 - Glen Innes Bypass
C2 - Ilparran Road
C3 - Maybole Road
C4 - Kelleys Road
C5 - Ben Lomond Route Option
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C.1 TRANSPORT ROUTES – GLEN INNES BYPASS
Figure C.1 Plate C.1 - Overview of Transport route around Glen Innes
Plate C.2 - New England Hwy exit to eastern bypass
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Plate C.3 - Glen Innes eastern bypass
Plate C.4 - Glen Innes Eastern bypass – Hunter Street to Grafton Street
Plate C.5 – Intersection New England Highway and Grafton Street
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Plate C.6 - Western section of the Glen Innes northern bypass using Tuttles Lane and Strathbogie Road (Martins Street)
Plate C.7 – Intersection Hunter and Grafton Streets
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Plate C.8 – Intersection Hunter and Heron Streets
Plate C.9 – Intersection Gwydir Highway and Tuttles Lane
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Plate C.10 – Intersection at northern end of Tuttles Lane with Strathbogie Road
Plate C.11 - Intersection New England Hwy and Grafton Street - View to north
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Plate C.12 - Intersection New England Hwy and Grafton Road - View to west along Grafton Street
Plate C.13 - Intersection New England Hwy and Grafton Street - View to south
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C.2 TRANSPORT ROUTES – ILPARRAN ROAD
Plate C.14– Intersection of Gwydir Highway and Ilparran Road
Plate C.15- Intersection Gwydir Highway and Ilparran Road (to be upgraded)
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Plate C.16- Ilparran Road – View to south (This section widened Sept/Oct 2016)
Plate C.17- Ilparran Road – View to south (This section widened Sept/Oct 2016)
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Plate C.18– Northern part of Ilparran Road
Plate C.19– North east site entry point from Ilparran Road
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C.3 MAYBOLE ROAD
Plate C.20- Maybole Road – Eastern Bridge – View to east towards Grahams Valley Road in distance
Plate C.21- View of new Bridge structure on Maybole Road
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Plate 3 - Maybole Road – Narrow western bridge before steep section – View to east
Plate C.22- Side view of the western bridge on Maybole Road
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Plate C.23– Maybole Road western end – Western Bridge and area of steep grade and tight bends (To be upgraded if used for OD transport)
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C.4 KELLEYS ROAD
Plate C.24– Maybole Road approaching intersection with Kelleys Road
Plate C.25– Intersection Maybole and Kelleys Roads (looking west)
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Plate C.26– Kelleys Road north of intersection with Maybole Road – View to north
Plate C.27– View west on Kelleys Road towards former Marinka residence
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Plate C.28– Kelleys Road – Shire Boundary (looking west)
Plate C.29– Kelleys Road, Inverell Shire – View to west
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C.5 BEN LOMOND ROUTE OPTION
Plate C.30 – Intersection New England Highway and Ben Lomond Road
Plate C.31 –Maybole Road – Tight bend 12.5 km north of Ben Lomond Road
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Plate C.32 – Intersection Maybole and Kelleys Roads 18.4km north of Ben Lomond
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Annex D
Agency Comments on Draft Construction Traffic and Access Management Plan
- Roads and Maritime Services - Glen Innes Severn Council - Inverell Council
From: TOOTH Colton G [ mailto:[email protected] ] Sent: Tuesday, 5 April 2016 11:48 AM To: Landers, Matthew Cc: Development Northern Subject: RE: White Rock Wind Farm - Commencement of the WAD process
Matt,
Ad discussed earlier today RMS has no objection to the use of the main access for preliminary works as described below under the use of an appropriately designed and approved TCP for these activities until the full intersection is completed under the WAD process. This is based on the understanding that the intersection will be designed and constructed as early as possible in accordance with the WAD process and approvals.
Please note that any works adjoining the highway to form the site access not designed or constructed under the WAD process will be deemed as temporary work only.
Thanks
Colton
From: Landers, Matthew [ mailto:[email protected] ] Sent: Monday, 14 March 2016 11:12 AM To: TOOTH Colton G Subject: White Rock Wind Farm - Commencement of the WAD process
Colton,
As requested please find attached a detailed breakdown of the costing for the roadworks associated with the main access intersection.
As stated in the Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA) and as previously discussed, we propose to access the site to undertake preliminary early works for the project under approved Traffic Control Plans. This early works phase will cover site establishment, required services connections and bulk earthworks for the early works access to the Transgrid substation. Based on the peak hour volume assessment undertaken in the TIA this approached was assessed to be satisfactory. Attached is a copy of the proposed Traffic Control Plan proposed to be used for these early works (WRWF_TS_EARLYWORKS_SITE_ACCESS_TCP-160309_[ID]).
As outlined in the TIA the peak traffic volume associated with the project coincides with the commencement of turbine foundation works and with the delivery of material for concrete batching. As outlined in the table below (extracted from the TIA) this is scheduled to occur 5 months from site establishment. At such a time it is anticipated that the intersection works be completed.
As previously communicated , the upgrades associated with the Gwydir Hwy/Ilparran Rd intersection are temporary upgrades required only for the transportation of the oversized turbine component loads under police escort. These works include localised temporary widenings of the roadway to allow for the turning and swept path movements of the oversized loads. It is our understanding that such upgrades would not be subjected to the WAD approval process and can be granted under a Section 138 approval of the Roads Act.
With regards to geotechnical investigations, the attached plan “RMS Intersection – Geotechnical Investigation Location Plan” identifies the proposed location of the test pit investigation to be undertaken for the works. Given the fairly consistent nature of material observed on site, the test pit location is considered to provide sufficient information to classify the site and subgrade characteristics for the purpose of design and would be fit for purpose for the works to be undertaken. It is noted that during construction, the subgrade would be verified to ensure that the subgrade material meets the design requirements and specifications. This approach has been approved and endorsed by the designer Robert Bird Group.
The site investigations, sampling and testing will be performed in accordance with relevant Australian Standard and RMS Test Methods by laboratories accredited by NATA for the sampling and testing undertaken. The testing schedule as a minimum will include in-situ moisture content, soaked CBR (10 day), atterberg limits with linear shrinkage and plasticity index. We have engaged AECOM to undertaken the investigation works.
Given the proximity of the proposed test pit to the traffic lanes, traffic control would be implemented as necessary under approved Traffic Control Plans.
Regards,
Matt Landers | Senior Project Manager | Fulton Hogan | Level 3, 90 Bourke Road, Alexandria, NSW, 2015 | P.O. Box 6099, Alexandria, NSW, 2015, Australia | Phone +61 2 8346 9400 | Mobile +61 434 562 737 | Web www.fultonhogan.com 19/10/2016
SF2016/033911
Mr Tom Frood White Rock Wind Farm Pty Ltd Level 23, 201 Elizabeth Street Sydney NSW 2000
Dear Mr Tom Frood
White Rock Wind Farm, Glen Innes Approval to Commence Construction
I refer to the recent correspondence from you and your representatives providing evidence of meeting the requirements outlined in the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) letter dated 21/09/2016 for the construction of the above project.
I hereby acknowledge that RMS is in receipt of and has accepted all preconstruction documentation and authorise works to commence within the State Road Reserve.
RMS will undertake surveillance during construction.
Please arrange a start-up meeting with your contractor, RMS Authorised Representative & Surveillance Officer to establish construction phase protocols and communications.
Please note that an independent Stage 4 Pre-opening Road Safety Audit is required to be undertaken immediately prior to opening any part of the works to traffic. The audit shall be in accordance with the RMS Accident Reduction Guide Part 2: Road Safety Audits and the report submitted to RMS. The recommendations of the audit shall be addressed prior to commissioning of traffic control signals and granting of Practical Completion.
Please contact me on (02) 6640 2863 if you require any further information or clarification.
Yours sincerely
Colton Tooth RMS Authorised Representative
16th February 2017
File number: SF2016/0033915
Mr Tom Frood White Rock Wind Farm Pty Ltd Level 23, 201 Elizabeth Street Sydney NSW 2000
Dear Tom
White Rock Wind Farm
Notice of Practical Completion Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) has inspected the Works and is satisfied that Practical Completion has been achieved.
The date upon which Practical Completion was achieved is 11 January 2017 The Defects Liability Period expires 12 months from completion of the White Rock Wind Farm project
If formally requested RMS will consider release of 50% of the Security upon: Submission of a Contractor Statement verifying payment of workers, worker's compensation premiums & pay-roll tax in the form set out in the Works Authorisation Deed.
Please contact me on (02) 6640 1078 if you require further advice.
Yours sincerely
David Pattison RMS Authorised Representative
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GLEN INNES SEVERN COUNCIL CONSENT TO ERECT A STRUCTURE OR CARRY OUT WORKS WITHIN THE ROAD RESERVE. ROADS ACT 1993 - SECTIONS 138 & 139 – WORKS AND STRUCTURES
I, Keith Appleby, for and on behalf of Glen Innes Severn Council (“the Council”) as the roads authority under delegation, do hereby grant consent to the organisation or person (“the Applicant”) listed in Schedule A to the placement or erection of a structure or the carrying out of works (“the Works”) as detailed in Schedule B within or across the public road reserve at the location detailed in Schedule C and in accordance with the specific conditions of this consent detailed in Schedule D and the General Conditions of Consent.
DATED at GLEN INNES this ____23rd______day of __September______2016.
______(Signature)
SCHEDULE A – GENERAL DETAILS
Permit No.: Issued To: Address: Contact Details: 2016-196 Fulton Hogan Level 3, 90 Bourke Road Greg McGee ALEXANDRIA NSW 2015 Phone 0406 824 067 02 8346 9400
SCHEDULE B - PARTICULARS OF WORK Upgrade of Ilparran Road including drainage works, and pavement widening, construction and resurfacing.
SCHEDULE C – LOCATION OF WORK Ilparran Road reservation; from the Gwydir Highway intersection (CH 40.0) to 500 Ilparran Road (CH 5000.0)
SCHEDULE D – SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF CONSENT 1. The Permit Holder shall give a copy of this consent to any person or persons performing the work (“the Contractor”) and a copy of this Permit shall be kept on site during the works and made available to Council inspectors upon request. 2. The Contractor shall maintain the following insurances: Workers Compensation Insurance (or Personal Accident and Illness Insurance for a sole trader); Public Liability Insurance – in the joint names of the Council, Contractor and all subcontractors (noting the interests of Council as a Principal), and to the value of a minimum of $10,000,000. Motor Vehicle Insurance - compulsory third party insurance for registered vehicles, and insurance for any unregistered plant.
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GLEN INNES SEVERN COUNCIL CONSENT TO ERECT A STRUCTURE OR CARRY OUT WORKS WITHIN THE ROAD RESERVE. ROADS ACT 1993 - SECTIONS 138 & 139 – WORKS AND STRUCTURES
Details of insurances, including the insurance company, policy number, expiry date, and amount of cover, are to be submitted to Council upon request. 3. This consent is valid from Chainage 40.0 to Chainage 5000.0 along Ilparran Road. Works associated with the Gwydir Highway intersection will require RMS concurrence prior to any Council approval. 4. The Contractor shall construct the works in a safe manner with the least possible obstructions to traffic. The Contractor shall perform all work in accordance with a Traffic Control Plan (TCP) for controlling pedestrian and vehicular traffic, complying with Australian Standard 1742: Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Plan No: -06 ILPARRAN submitted to Council on 20 September 2016 Plan No: -FH 01 ILPARRAN RD submitted to Council on 20 September 2016 5. The Contractor shall confirm the depth and location of any nearby utility services with the relevant service provider prior to the commencement of any excavation work. Any service relocation is to be at the full cost of the Contractor. 6. All road and drainage works are to be carried out in accordance with Aus-Spec #1, as modified by the Glen Innes Severn Council. 7. Road and drainage works are to be carried out generally in accordance with the approved plans from Robert Bird Group dated (reference design 16032, drawings C-4-3-00 to C-4-3- 50, revision P2) except as varied by any conditions listed herein. Any modifications will require the lodgement and consideration by Council of an amended plan. 8. The section of Ilparran Road requiring a full rebuild, from Chainage 2750.0 to Chainage 4025.0, shall be constructed in accordance with the Robert Bird Group pavement design 16032 dated 5 September 2016, including 220mm compacted thickness of DGB20 material, and 220mm compacted thickness of DGS20 material, on top of the existing road surface. 9. Compaction test results are to be submitted to Council from a NATA registered laboratory upon completion of the subbase and base layers. The contractor is to arrange a fully laden 6x4 truck for proof-rolling each pavement layer prior to issue of hold point release for each layer. 10. The Contractor must advise Council’s Director of Infrastructure Services or his nominated representative at the following stages of construction so that inspections of the work may be performed, and hold points released: After installation of erosion and sediment control devises, and preservation measures for trees or other sites as determined, and prior to any clearing; Drainage extensions, after laying pipe and prior to backfill; Upon completion of subgrade; Upon completion of subbase; Upon completion of base. Upon completion of all work;
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11. Upon completion of works, a Work-As-Executed plans is to be submitted to Council showing the location and details of all stormwater drainage extensions. 12. This consent is valid for a maximum period of two years from the Permit Date. Any works after this time will require a new permit application.
SCHEDULE E - GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONSENT 1. The Contractor shall carry out the Work at the full cost of the Permit Holder, in conformity with Council's Aus-Spec civil works specification, and to the satisfaction of Council’s officer nominated in Schedule 1 (“the Asset Manager”). 2. Safe, all weather vehicular and pedestrian access to properties shall be maintained wherever possible. Minimum notice of forty eight (48) hours shall be provided to property owners whose access will be restricted. 3. The Contractor shall carry out the placement, erection or maintenance of the Work as expeditiously as practicable and proceed continuously until completion, with the least possible obstruction to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. 4. The Contractor shall carry out the placement, erection and maintenance of the Work with due regard to the safety and rights of the public and shall comply with the requirements of the Council, NSW Roads and Maritime Services, NSW Environment Protection Authority, SafeWork NSW, NSW Police and other relevant authorities. 5. The Contractor shall obtain the written consent of the Asset Manager before commencing to make any extension, removal or other adjustment of any kind to the Work. 6. The Contractor shall minimise any disturbance to the verges and footpaths, and reinstate and revegetate all disturbed areas on completion of works. All works are to be designed and constructed to prevent water ponding within the road reservation or adjacent lands. 7. The Contractor shall implement an Environmental Management Plan containing erosion and sedimentation control measures, and noise and dust control measures, as required by the relevant Environmental legislation and in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Statutory Authorities. Sediment and erosion control measures are to be maintained until full revegetation has reduced risk of environmental harm. 8. All spoil must be removed from the site and disposed of at an approved location by the Contractor at their cost. 10. The Contractor must ensure that pollution of Council's drainage system does not occur by either excavated or fill materials during works. Any pollution may result in fines and clean up costs. 11. All road openings must be backfilled with clean fill and compacted appropriately. 12. Random inspections by Council officers may be made during works to ensure that conditions are being adhered to. 13. The Contractor shall, if required by the Asset Manager or the Council by notice in writing, at the full cost of the Contractor, relocate or remove all or any part of the work or, for the safety and protection of the public, carry out additional work and make good all damage
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GLEN INNES SEVERN COUNCIL CONSENT TO ERECT A STRUCTURE OR CARRY OUT WORKS WITHIN THE ROAD RESERVE. ROADS ACT 1993 - SECTIONS 138 & 139 – WORKS AND STRUCTURES
done to the road by reason of such relocation or removal or carrying out of the additional work. 14. The Contractor acknowledges that the maintenance and repair of any works constructed within the road reserve will remain the responsibility of the Contractor. The Council reserves the right to issue a separate consent under section 239 of the Road Act 1993 to the owner of any adjoining property upon whose behalf the Contractor has made this application. 15. The Contractor will at all times indemnify (to the amount in Schedule 2 below) and keep indemnified the Council from and against all actions, suits, proceedings, loses, costs, damages, charges, claims and demands in any way arising out of or by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by the Contractor in respect of the Work. 16. Nothing in this consent shall be deemed to: prejudice or affect the rights of the public to free passage upon or along the road; authorise any nuisance to or permanent obstruction of the road or public places; confer upon the Contractor exclusive right or title to that part of the work within the boundaries of the road; or in any way restrict or limit the powers of the Council in respect of the road. 17. Upon commencement by the Contractor of any part of the Work it shall be deemed that the Contractor has agreed with the Council to comply with the conditions of this consent.
Schedule 1 (“the Asset Manager”) Glen Innes Severn Council’s Manager of Technical Services, Ph. (02) 6730 2362 Schedule 2 – Amount of Indemnity $20,000,000. ------End of Consent ------
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Jeff Bembrick
From: McCann, Mark
FYI
From: Justin T. Pay [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Friday, 11 November 2016 10:29 AM To: McCann, Mark Subject: RE: Kelley's Road Wind Farm Project
Hi Mark,
Council is happy for the works to be carried out in accordance with the Sec138 approval as provided by Glen Innes Severn Council.
Regards, Justin Pay
Manager Civil Engineering l Civil and Environmental Services
Inverell PO Box 138 Inverell NSW 2360 Shire Council Tel 02 6728 8205 | Fax 02 6728 8277 l [email protected]
From: McCann, Mark [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Friday, 11 November 2016 9:38 AM To: Justin T. Pay Cc: Bryce, Scott Subject: Kelley's Road Wind Farm Project
Hi Justin,
Just confirming our phone conversation. Kelley’s Road Widening works are to commence in the coming weeks as part of the White Rocks Wind Farm project. We have applied for an S138 from Glen Innes Severn Council and are expected to receive today. We will forward once we have received. Other than that, you are happy for the works to commence be carried out on the section of road that falls under Inverell Council.
I will send you an email once work has commenced in the area just to let you know we are in there.
If you have any problems or need any other information please let me know.
Thanks
Mark
Mark McCann | Project Engineer – White Rock Wind Farm | Fulton Hogan
1 285 Ilparran Road, Glen Innes, NSW, 2370 | P.O. Box 447, Glen Innes, NSW, 2370, Australia | Mobile 0417 710 059 | Web www.fultonhogan.com
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2 From: Keith Appleby [ mailto:[email protected] ] Sent: Friday, 23 September 2016 10:39 PM To: Landers, Matthew Subject: RE: Use of Local Roads
Hello Matt,
As discussed Glen Innes Severn Council has no major objection, at this point in time, to the use of the Ilparran, Grahams Valley, Maybole and Kelleys Roads for access to the site for the construction of the wind farm access tracks and foundations. We acknowledge that the majority of proposed upgrades to this route are primarily for the transport of wind turbine components and as such only require these works to be completed prior to this phase of the project commencing in this area. The works to Ilparran Road are noted as starting on 26 th September 2016 and this addresses our previously stated concerns regarding the pavement condition of this section of road.
Kind regards Keith
Keith Appleby Director of Infrastructure Services Department of Infrastructure Services
T (02) 6730 2407 F (02) 6732 3634 M 0408 144 251
GLEN INNES SEVERN COUNCIL 136 Church Street (PO Box 61)
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WHITE ROCK WIND FARM – STAGE 1 – CEMP – ANNEX D – CTAMP MAY 2017
Annex E
Road Authority Response to Ben Lomond Road OD Route Proposal
- Armidale Regional Council - Glen Innes Severn Council - Inverell Council - Roads and Maritime Service - Environmental Representative Endorsement of Updated CTAMP
Medard Boutry
Subject: FW: Updated CTAMP
From: Heather Tilley [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, May 9, 2017 10:20 AM To: Medard Boutry
Hi Medard
I have reviewed the changes to the CTMP and am satisfied that the appropriate consultation has been undertaken with the relevant Councils (ie Glen Innes Severn Council, Inverell Council and Armidale Regional Council) and with Roads and Maritime.
Evidence of the consultation and approval from the Councils and Roads and Maritime has been provided in Annex E of the revised CTMP.
In addition, the four conditions requested by the Councils with regards to the over dimensional transport has been incorporated in the CTMP. As such, I am happy to endorse the May 2017 version of the CTMP.
Please let me know if you need anything else from me.
Regard
Heather Tilley Environmental Consultant, Aurecon T +61 2 94655471 F +61 2 94655598 M +61 438105866 [email protected]
DISCLAIMER From: Medard Boutry Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 11:48 AM To: 'Heather Tilley'
Hi Heather,
As previously discussed, the project CTAMP has been updated to formally include the Ben Lomond Rd Southern Access Route for over-dimensional vehicles, now that approval has been received from Council (Armidale, Glen Innes Severn and Inverell).
Attached is the clean PDF version and also the track-changed MS Word document.
It would be appreciated if you could provide a response mid next week on it. We are seeking your approval of the updated document. Once approved, a copy will be sent to DPE.
Let me know if you have any queries about it.
Regards, Medard
1 Medard Boutry Senior Environmental Advisor
Phone: (02) 9008 1728 Mobile: 0422 627 345 Email: [email protected]
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