Annexure-Risk Assessment

EIA & EMP Report of Morasa Vavdi Limestone Mine of M/s Gujarat Sidhee Cement Limited located at Morasa Vavdi Village, Sutrapada Taluk, Gir Somnath District, Gujarat, ML Area: 93.1407 Ha. Project Proposal: Expansion of Limestone Mining from 0.272 to 1.0 million TPA Chapter-7: Additional Studies

CHAPTER 7: ADDITIONAL STUDIES

7.0 PUBLIC HEARING

The public consultation process as per EIA Notification 2006 was completed on 07.07.2018. The issues raised during public consultation process are addressed along with action plan, time frame and proposed budget and included along with this report

7.1 RISK ASSESSMENT

As the area is close to coast there are chances of hitting of cyclone which may cause:

[1] Flash floods [2] Damage of life and property [3] Disruption of road & telecommunication facilities. [4] Lightning

The anticipated risks are mentioned below:

Inundation The present project activities are opencast mining with thus inundation is not likely to occur in the present mining area.

Surface fire Sufficient fire extinguishers will be installed at selected locations for fire protection.

Heavy vehicles Only surface miners are involved in mining and one loader for lifting the material generated in to the Dumpers / Tippers. The main hazards arising from the use such machines are incompetent drivers, brake failure, lack of all- around visibility from the drivers position, access to the cab, vehicle movements vibration, noise, dust and maintenance. Those most at risk are the driver and pedestrians likely to be struck by the vehicle, and drivers of smaller vehicles, which cannot be seen from the cabs of large vehicles.

Visibility defects can be eliminated by the use of visibility aids such rear view mirrors.

Regular maintenance and regular testing of the mobile equipment and the vehicles are necessary to reduce the possibility of brake failure. An area should be set out as a testing area where tests are carried out on the effectiveness of a vehicles braking system. Careful attention must be paid to guarding dangerous parts of the equipment and handling heavy components during maintenance work.

Those most at risk will be the users of the system although casual pedestrians and vehicle operators may also be at risk.

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House keeping The provision and maintenance of a safe and healthy workplace is the most basic principle of health and safety. Dirty and untidy workplaces or walkways contribute to a very large proportion of trip and fall accidents.

In the context of surface mining the provision of well-defined roadways and walkways clear of obstruction, and regular cleaning up of spillage will greatly reduce the potential risk for this type of accident. Lack of maintenance may well lead to roadways and walkways being unsuitable for use.

The work The application of risk assessment depends upon a full understanding of all aspects of the job being undertaken. In carrying out a risk assessment in relation to a particular task the evaluation must include a review of the knowledge, experience and training of those persons carrying out the work.

Personal Competence It follows that the knowledge, experience and training of personnel involved in work is critical to evaluate any risk assessment. A knowledgeable, experienced well-trained and competently supervised workforce will be at a lower risk of accidents occurring than a poorly trained and badly supervised workforce.

Co-ordination A competent person should be given the responsibility for overseeing and coordinating work as required under the Metalliferous Mines Regulations 1961. It is essential that the coordinator ensures that everyone engaged in the work is capable and understands the role of others and their responsibility for each other. This is particularly important when contract workers undertake part or all of the work to be carried out.

Equipment’s The prerequisite for the risk assessment is that equipment’s are suitable for the work being undertaken and have been designed, manufactured and installed to at least the minimum standards for health and safety.

Failure to meet the standard will result in people being at higher risk and remedial steps have to be implemented to compensate the shortfall. Other interim arrangements should be implemented to protect any persons exposed to latent danger. Maintenance of plant and equipment to agreed specification, whether original or upgraded to the latest health and safety standards, is essential.

Workplaces Access to the workplaces should be well constructed and maintained with permanent fixed means. Where ever practical stairways and shallow inclined walkways are preferred to vertical ladders, which in some circumstances can be the cause of very high risk. The sides of all workplaces from which persons may likely to fall should always be protected.

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Health hazards For the purposes of this document health hazards are interpreted as being harmful dust and noise which is emitted during surface mining operations, as well as the handling of heavy loads.

While complete elimination and often suppression at source is not practicable, in many cases, the normal threshold values of health standards should be made applicable.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) The PPE should be of good construction, where ever possible ISI certified, suitable for the hazard e.g. a dust respirator fitted with the correct filter to capture the particular hazardous dust, and maintained to recommended standards. As personal protective equipment only affords limited protection it should only be used as a last resort and then as an interim arrangement until other steps are taken to reduce the risk of personal injury to an acceptable level.

Traffic Movement The traffic movement should only take place within designated areas and over suitable roadways. Adopting one way traffic movement systems are preferred to two directional traffic systems. The risk of accidents due to traffic movement is much less with a one way traffic. Whenever mineral is mined the first step in winning the product is the preparation of the site.

The four main stages in the site preparation are: 1. Planning 2. Surveying 3. Clearing of site 4. Laying out

Planning The risk of injuries can be significantly reduced if sufficient regard is given to health and safety at the planning stage of a new or developing mine. Using trained drivers can largely eliminate the danger of being struck by large moving vehicles and providing the vehicles with suitable appliances, such as aids to ensure the driver has all round visibility. Designing and implementing one-way traffic systems and ensuring that open edges of roadways are suitably protected with parapet wall to prevent accidental driving off the edge can further reduce the danger. Additionally, ensuring that the vehicles are properly maintained in good working condition, particularly the braking system will go a long way to help the driver control the vehicle. Well-designed access and working platforms will also reduce the possibility of a fall.

Surveying Surveying has its hazards, for example surveyors are likely to be seriously injured if they fall from heights or are thrown out of overturning vehicles. Since the hazards are created by ground formation it is unlikely that they can be removed.

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Those normally at risk would be the surveying team of the surveyor and assistants. Individuals working at the edge or on undulating ground are at greater risk than those working on level ground. Driving over steep or rough terrain is more dangerous than driving over gentle slopes.

It is necessary to give clear positive instruction and ensure vehicles used to gain access to the areas to be surveyed are well maintained and suitable for the terrain over which access is to be gained.

Clearance Clearance covers all the activities associated with preparing a site ready for laying out primary roads for working a face. Use of equipment used in the removal of the top layers of earth, and the possibility of being struck by mobile part

The hazards are created in clearing the site. While the clearing of the site cannot be avoided adopting the safest methods to carry out the work can control hazards. For example, fully trained persons should be used in operations. The operatives should wear full personal protection e.g. safety helmets, ear defenders, face shields, gloves, full protection for legs (trousers) and boots.

Laying out There are many different ways of opening and development of mines but careful planning particularly concerning the mine layout will reduce hazards. Well maintained mine and its equipment are essential to reduce the risk of injuries.

If suitable equipment is not used, for example if poor and badly constructed scaffolding is used there is a much higher probability of persons falling from heights or the scaffolding collapsing than if good properly constructed scaffolding is used.

To reduce the risk of injuries while using cranes, large earth moving equipment and vehicles the equipment drivers and those giving signals should be well trained. The lack of training and competence in the use of such equipment is the biggest cause of accidents.

7.2 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN

The mining operations are carried out by adopting opencast mechanized mining method with surface miners and without drilling and blasting.The historical data of Major Storms in Arabian Sea are provided in the following table

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Table 7.1 Brief History of Most Intense Cyclones from 1970 to 2007

Observed/ Name of Date and Intensity S.No. Estimated Damage Cyclone Year (T-Number) Max. Wind 1 2 3 4 5 6 I. Over the Arabian Sea 1 Severe October N/A 97 Knots 85 people died in the Cyclonic 19-24, 180 Kmph districts of Junagarh. Storm over 1975 Jamnager and Rajkot of the Arablan Gujarat state. This sea Cyclone caused considerable damage, estimated to be about Rs. 75 Crores. 2 Severe May 31 - N/A 90 Knots This Cyclone caused Cyclonic June 5, 167 Kmph damage to property Storm over 1976 which was estimated to the Arablan be about Rs. 3 Crore. 4 sea Burges each. Containing Rs. 5 Lakh and 6 fishing boats were swept away. Mehasana, Bhavnagar, Kaira, Panchmahal, Rajkot and Broach districts of Gujarat State were most affected areas. 3 Severe November T- 5.5 (as 90 Knots Kerala and Cyclonic 13-23, per US 167 Kmph Lakshadweep were most Storm over 1977 satellite) affected areas due to the Arablan this storm. People killed - sea 72. Houses damaged - 8400 and 620 fishing Vessels damaged in Kerala coast. Total loss was estimated to be about Rs 10 crores. 4 Gujarat November N/A 278 Kmph Damage to Property Cyclone 5-13,1978 reported. 5 Severe October 28 T - 4.0 (as 65 Knots Junagarh, Rajkot and Cyclonic - per US 120 Kmph Jamnagar of Gujarat Storm over November satellite) state were most affected the Arabian 3, 1981 areas, Total loss of sea damage to property was estimated to be about Rs. 52 Crores.

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Observed/ Name of Date and Intensity S.No. Estimated Damage Cyclone Year (T-Number) Max. Wind 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 Severe November N/A N/A Saurastra Coast of Cyclonic 4-9, Gujarat about 45 km Storm over 1982 east of Veraval was the Arabian affected very much by sea this storm. 507 people died and 1.5 lakh livestock perished. 7 Severe November T- 4.0 50 Knots 50 fishermen were Cyclonic 4-9, 1982 93 Kmph reported missing in Storm over Gujarat Coast. the Arabian sea 8 Severe June 17- T-3.5 60 Knots 19 Districts of Gujarat Cyclonic 20, 111 Kmph State were affected. 33 Storm over 1996 people died. 27964 the Arabian pucca houses were sea destroyed. Total estimated loss was Rs.1803.52 lakh. 9 Severe October T-4.0 60 Knots As the system did not Cyclonic 23-28, 111 Kmph cross the coast no Storm over 1996 significant damage was the Arabian reported. sea 10 Very June 4-10, T-5.0 90 Knots Gujarat & Rajasthan severe 1998 167 Kmph states were affected. Cyclonic Porbander of Gujarat Storm over state was the most the Arabian affected area. Loss sea incurred due to storm was estimated to be about Rs.1855.38 Crores in Kandla. Number of lines lost 1173 and number of persons missing 1774 in Gujarat. 11 Very May 16- T- 5.5 55 Knots This system caused severe 22, 1999 102 Kmph severe damage in Kutch Cyclonic and Jamnagar districts of Storm over Gujarat. 453 people the Arabian died. Loss of property sea was estimated to be about Rs. 80 crores. In Rajasthan one person died and 5104 cattle heads perished. 5133 houses were partially

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Observed/ Name of Date and Intensity S.No. Estimated Damage Cyclone Year (T-Number) Max. Wind 1 2 3 4 5 6 damaged.

12 Severe May 5-10, 3.5 Weakened Widespread damage Cyclonic 2004 over sea caused at Lakshadweep. Storm over Several houses Arabian damaged due to wind, sea sea wave, falling of trees and floods. 45 houses, 35 boats and small mechanized cargo ships lost in sea near land. 16 boats reported sunk and cargo boat damaged. Sea erosion reported over Kerala and 9 people dead and 17 people missing. Total loss worth Rs.30 crores. 13 Severe September 3.5 55 Knots No damage as Cyclonic" 21-24,2006 102 Kmph dissipated over the Storm Arabian Sea. MUKDA" over Arabian sea 14 Super 01-07 June T-6.5 127 knots The system crossed cyclone 2007 Makaran coast and "GONU" hence there was no damage in India 15 Cyclonic 25 - 26 T - 2.5 35 knots The system crossed storm June 2007 Pakistan coast and "YEMYIN" hence there was no damage in India Sands: eands.dacnet.nic.in

The records indicate that no major storms have hit project area in the past If so required at any time, mining operations will be suspended following signals issued from the government authorities.

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While the machineries are in operation, due care will also be taken to prevent unauthorized persons straying into operational areas. In the event of any major disaster caused due to nature’s fury or during mining operations, the mines manager will undertake necessary steps for emergency risk management. To address any unforeseen natural disasters, cyclone preparedness manual for the unit has been prepared and same will be implemented. Further, safety manual covering all the operations of the mine and plants are already in place.

The contact No and address of the responsible person is given below.

Mr. Dinesh G Randad President (Works) PO: Sidheegram, Off Veraval-Kodinar Highway, Taluka Sutrapada, Gir Somnath District, Gujarat 362 276 [email protected]

The complete mining operation is carried out under the management control and direction of a qualified mine manager holding a First Class Manager’s certificate of competency. The DGMS have been issuing a number of standing orders, model standing orders and circulars to be followed by the mine management in case of disaster, if any. Moreover, mining staff is being sent to refresher courses from time to time to keep them alert.

7.3 STRUCTURE OF THE DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN

Outline of Disaster management plan The purpose of disaster management plan is to restore the normalcy for early resumption of mining operation due to an unexpected, sudden occurrence resulting to abnormalities in the course of mining activity leading to a serious danger to workers or any machinery or the environment.

System of communication An internal communication system for the department head and to their line of command should be maintained. Having the telephone nos and addresses of adjoining mines, rescue station, police station, Fire service station, local hospital, electricity supply agency and standing consultative committee members is essential.

Consultative committee A standing consultative committee will be formed under the head of Mines manager. The members consists of safety officer / medical officer / Asst. manager/ public relation officer/ Foreman/ and environmental engineer.

Facilities & Accommodation Accommodation and facilities for Medical Centre, rescue room and for various working groups will be provided.

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First Aid & medical facilities The mine management will provide first aid / Medical Centre for use in emergency situation. All casualties would be registered and will be given first aid. The centre will have facilities for first aid & minor treatment, resuscitation, ambulance and transport. It will have proper telephone / wireless set for quick communication with hospitals where the complicated cases are to be sent.

Stores and equipment A detailed list of equipment available its type & capacity and items reserved for emergency shall be maintained.

Transport services A well-defined transport control system will be provided to deal with the situation.

Functions of public relations group A cordial relation with government officials and other social service organization and working groups shall be maintained.

Close liaison shall be made with representatives of the mine workers to ameliorate the situation of panic, tension, sentiments, grievances and misgivings created by any disaster

The injured, survivors and family members of affected persons have to be ameliorated by providing material, financial, moral support and establishing contact with relatives of victims.

Security Strict manning of security posts during the disaster will be done

Catering & Refreshment Arrangements will be made for the victims, rescue teams and others for their Catering & Refreshment services

Care and maintenance during temporary discontinuance If the mine will be discontinued temporarily for more than 120 days, notice will be given 30 days before the date of such discontinuance to the concerned authorities. During discontinuance period safety arrangement and fencing will be provided to avoid the entry of unauthorized persons. The accessibility to the mine from the surface will be prevented by providing fencing arrangement.

7.4 EMERGENCY PLAN

 On realizing anything serious happened anywhere in the mine, the foreman or the mate will immediately inform the nearest mining official & the manager of mines.  On being informed about the emergency the mines manager will verify for the correctness of information and telephone in particular to the mining officials of other part of the mine and managers of adjoining mine so that persons may be withdrawn.

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 On receiving information of emergency, intimation will be sent to the consultative committee. Shift in-charge will ensure that all the materials and transport system to deal with emergency situation is kept under readiness.  First aid facilities to be kept ready to receive the cases.  First aid facilities, doctors and ambulance will be made available by the Shift in- charge at site to receive the cases.

Safety & Security

Minimum distance of 7.5 m will be left all along the mine lease boundary as a safety zone. Notice board will be displayed at vantage point warning the general public.

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