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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

EIA Environmental Impact Assessment


IEE Initial Environmental Examination
EMP Environment Management Plan
EPD Environment Protection Department
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
NEQS National Environment Quality
Standards
WHO World Health Organization
PM Particulate Matter
CO2 Carbon Dioxide
Ft Feet
Appro
Approximately
x
SFT Square Feet
PVT Private
LTD Limited
o
C Degree Centigrade
Engr. Engineer
EPO Environmental Protection Ordinance
PPEs Personal Protective Equipments
SOPs Safe Operating Procedures
WAPD Water and Power Development
A Authority
PEPA, Pakistan Environmental Protection Act,
1997 1997
PEPA, Punjab Environmental Protection
2012 (Amendment) Act, 2012

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

INTRODUCTION

This executive summary presents an overview of the main findings of the


Initial Environmental Examination Report for Establishment of Mumtaz Feed
Mills (Pvt) Ltd. To fulfill the statutory requirement, Initial Environmental
Examination of the Project has been conducted in accordance with the
Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act, 2012 and IEE/EIA
Regulations 2000. The process for conducting environmental assessment and
the results of IEE are described in this document.

SALIENT FEATURES OF PROJECT:

PROPONENT: Mr. Malik Nasir


PROJECT Establishment of Mumtaz Feed Mills (Pvt.) Limited
DESCRIPTION:
PLANT LOCATION: Mouza Bhakal Bhar Tehsil Multan City, District
Multan
CO-ORDINATES: 30612.677N, 713121.70189E
RAW MATERIAL: Maize, Rice tips, Soyabean Meal, Canola meal,
Rice polish, Vegetable Oil, Feed additives
(Vitamins) etc.
FINISHED PRODUCT: Poultry Feed
SOURCE OF POWER: WAPDA
AREA OF GREEN BELT: Around the project, indigenous trees will be
planted
COST OF PROJECT: 49.5 Million PKR (Approx.)

PROJECT OBJECTIVES

The main objective of the project Installation is to promote the concept of


nutritionally balanced livestock feed as an imperative requisite of Animal
Husbandry Development on scientific lines, and accordingly to help the
increased production and usage of nutritionally balanced compound livestock
feed.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

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The proposed project is establishment of a poultry feed mill named as


Mumtaz Feed (Pvt.) Limited. The unit is going to be constructing on an area
of 5 Kanals and total area under the proponent ownership is 37 Kanals. The
raw materials used for productions are Maize, Rice tips, Soyabean Meal,
Canola meal, Rice polish, Vegetable Oil, Feed additives etc. The process
steps used for the production are: Filter, Mixer, Cyclone, Pallet Making
Machine, Cooler, Hammer Bunker and Packing Machine. All the process is by
automatic machines and no human involvement is in between so there is no
chance of generation of solid waste from production process. Similarly no
water usage in production process so any wastewater generation will be
there. Both types of waste streams will include domestic nature only. Boiler
will be equipped with pollution control devices to avoid any increase in air
pollutants concentration. Detailed descriptio

MAJOR IMPACTS AND RECOMMENDED MITIGATION MEASURES:

Impacts anticipated during Construction may include noise, air emissions,


water conservation and pollution and soil contamination (physical) and
community and workers safety and employment conflicts (socio-economic).
Detailed mitigation measures have been included in Chapter 4 of the IEE
report. Briefly, construction related noise will be mitigated by regular
servicing and tuning of the source machinery. Dust (the only significant air
emission) emission will chiefly be controlled by water suppression and
covering the material storage and transportation. Fencing site boundaries,
security at the gates, use of adequate PPEs and careful work following SOPs
will assure safety of the workers and the community in the neighborhood.
Contractor is willing to hire local labor for construction jobs to avoid
employment conflicts.

Mitigation measures adopted in the Operation phase will be as follows:


There will be no process water except blow down from the boiler. Wastewater
will include municipal wastewater. House cleaning operations in closed
processing halls with adequate ventilation and use of dust masks by workers
and visitors will solve these issues. All the solid waste will be handled by the

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TMA, so this is also an insignificant issue. Issues of significance however


include wastewater reduction, noise, energy management and health and
safety. Wastewater will be treated through septic tank. Machinery will be
regularly serviced and tuned and be equipped with mufflers/silencers to
mitigate noise at source, noise barriers will block noise propagation and
receptors will be protected by the use of PPEs. An Emergency Response Plan
will also be in place and the workers will be trained and guided about it.
Safety trainings will also be held time to time to guide workers about safety
risks and how to deal effectively with them and regarding SOPs of all jobs.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT & MONITORING PLAN:


During construction, ambient air quality for dust level in particular, vehicle
and equipment exhaust, noise level (tests), solid waste management and soil
contamination, and community and workers safety (visual) need to be
monitored. During operation, noise level, ambient air quality (tests), solid
waste management and community and workers safety need to be
monitored. Plan has been included in Chapter-5 of this Report.

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ANNEXURE

Following Documents are attached as annexure


ANNEXURE I: PROPOERTY DOCUMENTS
ANNEXURE II: PROPONENT CNIC
ANNEXURE III: LAYOUT MAP OF PROJECT
ANNEXURE IV: TERMS OF REFERENCES
ANNEXURE V: GLOSSARY
ANNEXURE VI: REFERENCES
ANNEXURE VII: SOCIOECONOMIC SURVEY FORMS
ANNEXURE VIII: LIST OF INDIVIDUALS AND
ORGANIZATIONS CONSULTED
ANNEXURE IX: LIST OF NAMES AND
QUALIFICATION OF TEAM MEMBERS CARRYING OUT EIA
STUDY
ANNEXURE X: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING
REPORTS

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Table of Contents

LIST OF
TABLES
............10

LIST OF
FIGURES
10

1 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION.....................................................3

1.1 GENERAL..............................................................................................3

1.2 THE PROPONENT..................................................................................3

1.3 THE PROJECT........................................................................................3

1.3.1 NATURE OF PROJECT......................................................................3

1.3.2 SIZE OF PROJECT............................................................................3

1.3.3 LOCATION OF PROJECT...................................................................3

1.4 TEAM OF EXPERTS................................................................................3

1.5 PURPOSE OF THE REPORT....................................................................3

2 CHAPTER 2: DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT...............................3

2.1 GENERAL..............................................................................................3

2.2 TYPE AND CATEGORY OF PROJECT.......................................................3

2.3 PROJECT OBJECTIVES...........................................................................3

2.4 ALTERNATIVES......................................................................................3

2.4.1 Project............................................................................................3

2.4.2 Site.................................................................................................3

2.5 LOCATION & SITE LAYOUT OF THE PROJECT.........................................3

2.5.1 Location..........................................................................................3

2.5.2 Site layout......................................................................................3

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2.6 NATURE OF AREA.................................................................................3

2.7 LAND OWNERSHIP................................................................................3

2.8 ROAD ACCESS......................................................................................3

2.9 LAND USE ON SITE...............................................................................3

2.10 VEGETATION FEATURES OF SITE........................................................3

2.11 PROPOSED PROJECT DESCRIPTION....................................................3

2.11.2 Supplies..........................................................................................3

2.11.3 Wastewater....................................................................................3

2.11.4 Air Emissions..................................................................................3

2.11.5 Noise Emission...............................................................................3

2.11.6 Solid Waste Generation..................................................................3

2.11.7 Government Approval....................................................................3

2.11.8 Relocation & Rehabilitation Plan.....................................................3

2.11.9 AREA...............................................................................................3

2.11.10 COST OF PROJECT........................................................................3

2.11.11 COST AND MAGNITUDE OF OPERATION.......................................3

2.11.12 SCHEDULE OF IMPLEMENTATION.................................................3

3 CHAPTER 3: BASELINE DATA & ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE..........3

3.1 GENERAL..............................................................................................3

3.2 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT.....................................................................3

3.2.1 Geography......................................................................................3

3.2.2 Climate...........................................................................................3

3.2.3 Noise Level.....................................................................................3

3.2.4 Ambient Air Quality........................................................................3

3.2.5 Water Resources.............................................................................3

3.3 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT.................................................................3

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3.3.1 Flora...............................................................................................3

3.3.2 Fauna..............................................................................................3

3.4 SOCIOECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT.........................................................3

3.4.1 Health Facilities..............................................................................3

3.4.2 Educational Facilities......................................................................3

3.5 Quality of life values.............................................................................3

3.5.1 Socioeconomic Survey and Public Consultation.............................3

3.6 Monitoring Reports...............................................................................3

4 CHAPTER 4: POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND


MITIGATION MEASURES.................................................................3

4.1 GENERAL..............................................................................................3

4.2 OBJECTIVES..........................................................................................3

4.2.1 Purpose of mitigation measure should include...............................3

4.2.2 Ways of Achieving Mitigation Measures..........................................3

4.3 IMPACT ASSOCIATED WITH SITE SELECTION........................................3

4.4 IMPACT ASSOCIATED WITH DESIGN PHASE..........................................3

4.5 IMPACTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ESTABLISHMENT PHASE...................3

4.5.1 Physical Environment.....................................................................3

4.5.2 Soil.................................................................................................3

4.5.3 Impact on Geology and topography...............................................3

4.5.4 Impact on Water Bodies.................................................................3

4.5.5 Air Pollution....................................................................................3

4.5.6 Noise Pollution................................................................................3

4.5.7 Solid Waste.....................................................................................3

4.5.8 Wastewater....................................................................................3

4.5.9 Health and Safety of Workers.........................................................3

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4.5.10 Fauna..............................................................................................3

4.5.11 Flora...............................................................................................3

4.5.12 EMPLOYMENT CONFLICTS...............................................................3

4.6 IMPACTS ASSOCIATED WITH OPERATIONAL ACTIVITIES........................3

4.6.1 Waste & Waste Water.....................................................................3

4.6.2 Solid Waste.....................................................................................3

4.6.3 Air Quality.......................................................................................3

4.6.4 Noise..............................................................................................3

4.6.5 Socio-Economic Influences.............................................................3

4.6.6 EMERGENCY RESPONSE.................................................................3

4.7 Potential Environmental Enhancement Measures................................3

5 CHAPTER 5: ENVIRONMENTAL MANGEMENT AND MONITORING


PLANS.......................................................................................... 3

5.1 GENERAL..............................................................................................3

5.2 OBJECTIVES OF EMP.............................................................................3

5.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN...................................................3

5.3.1 Communications and Documentation............................................3

5.4 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DETAILS....................................................3

5.5 ENVIRONMENTAL BUDGET...................................................................3

6 CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS..................3

6.1 CONCLUSION........................................................................................3

6.2 RECOMMENDATIONS............................................................................3

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: List of Expert......................................................................................3
Table 2: List of Individual Consulted................................................................3
Table 3: Institutional Capacities.......................................................................3
Table 4: Environmental Management Plan.......................................................3
Table 5: Environmental Training Schedule.......................................................3
Table 6: Environmental Monitoring Plan for Construction Phase......................3
Table 7: Environmental Monitoring Plan for Operational Phase.......................3

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Site Location Map..............................................................................3
Figure 2: Road Running in front of the Project.................................................3
Figure 3: Clear Site Area..................................................................................3
Figure 4: Plantation by Proponent along the Boundary wall............................3
Figure 5: Google View......................................................................................3
Figure 6: Canal near Project Site......................................................................3
Figure 7: Canal View........................................................................................3
Figure 8: Nearest Medical Facilities..................................................................3
Figure 9: Nearby School...................................................................................3

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1 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

1.1 GENERAL
Feed is one of the major expense items in poultry farming which constitutes
about 60 to 70 percent of the total cost. In broiler and layer farming quality,
of feed is very important. The birds need a balanced diet in right quantity for
a disease free growth. In order to make balanced and disease free feed more
than 100 ingredients are used. This feed is made in the feed mills. Feed mills
require huge investment for development of infrastructure, machinery, raw
material, labor and electricity etc. Bigger mills have a production capacity of
18 to 54 tons feed per hour, small mills produce 1 to 4 tons feed per hour.

This Report presents the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) for


Establishment of a Feed mill named as Mumtaz Feeds (Pvt.) Limited. For the
purpose of its preparation, the proponent has engaged environmental
consultants; M/S ECOGREEN COMPANY (PVT.) LTD. The purpose of this
study is to identify the environmental baseline i.e. physical, biological and
socio-economic/cultural conditions and assess all possible impacts likely to
arise during the Construction and operation phases of the project along with
the proposal of adequate mitigation measures and formulation of
Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for implementation of the project in
environment friendly manner.

The report provides relevant information, as required under the officially


approved format to help the decision makers; i.e. EPA Punjab, understand the
environmental feasibility of the project before issuing the Environmental
Approval.

1.2 THE PROPONENT

Name: Mr. Malik Nisar, Director, M/s Mumtaz Feed Mills (Pvt.)
Ltd.

Address: Mouza Bhakal Bhar Tehsil Multan City, District Multan.

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Name (Contact Person): Mr. Ali Raza

Cell Number: 0300-0336133

1.3 THE PROJECT


The Proposed Project is titled as Establishment of Poultry Feeds Mill. Its
salient features have been described later in this Chapter, Chapter 2 and
briefly in Executive Summary of this IEE Report.

1.3.1 NATURE OF PROJECT


This project is the establishment of Poultry Feeds Mill.

1.3.2 SIZE OF PROJECT


The project has capacity of producing 40,000 bags of 50 kg in a month.

1.3.3 LOCATION OF PROJECT


This project is to be located at Mouza Bhakal Bhar Tehsil Multan City,
District Multan.

1.4 TEAM OF EXPERTS


The proponent has assigned the task of conducting the IEE study to
environmental consultants; M/S ECOGREEN Company (Pvt.) Ltd. IEE study
of the project is conducted according to the prescribed procedures and
guidelines envisaged under the Punjab Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA, Punjab) and the Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act,
2012, the IEE / EIA Regulations, 2000 etc.

Study team, which completed the IEE Report, consists of Environmental


Engineers and Environmentalists who studied this project and prepared the
report. The detail of the experts is given in the table below;

Table 1: List of Expert

Sr.
Name Highest Qualification
No.
Team Leader
1. Engr. Hira Iqbal M.Sc Environmental Engineering (Scholar)

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B.Sc Environmental Engineering


Technical Team
2. Engr. Bilal Khan B.Sc Environmental Engineering
Engr. Muzna M.Sc Environmental Engineering (Scholar)
3.
Manzoor B.Sc Environmental Engineering
Engr. Abdullah M.Sc Environmental Engineering (Scholar)
4.
Chishty B.Sc Environmental Engineering
Environmentalist Team
Ph.D. Environmental Sciences (Scholar),
5. Houda Javed
M.Sc Environmental Sciences,
Leenah
6. M.Sc Environmental Sciences
Maqbool
MS Environmental Science
7. Adnan
M.Sc Analytical Chemistry
8. M. Waqas BS environmental Sciences

1.5 PURPOSE OF THE REPORT


The main objectives of the IEE study were:
To determine and document the state of the environment of the project
area to establish a baseline in order to assess the impact of
implementation of the proposed project.

Provide assistance to the proponent for planning, designing and


implementing the project in a way that would eliminate or minimize
the negative impact on the biophysical and socio-economic
environment and maximize the benefits to all parties in the most cost
effective manner.

To provide support to decision makers to take informed decisions by


providing all above findings in documentation form.

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2 CHAPTER 2: DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

2.1 GENERAL
This section of the study renders a detailed account of the project and its
salient features; such as location and various phases. Inputs and outputs
relevant to different phases of the project, such as electricity & materials etc.
have also been examined as a response to possible environmental concerns.

2.2 TYPE AND CATEGORY OF PROJECT


As per Review of Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) and Environmental
Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations, 2000 the establishment of Feed Mill
falls in the A (2) category of projects mentioned in Schedule I Projects
involving repacking, formulation or warehousing of agricultural
produce.

2.3 PROJECT OBJECTIVES


The main objective of the project Installation is to promote the concept of
nutritionally balanced livestock feed as an imperative requisite of Animal
Husbandry Development on scientific lines, and accordingly to help the
increased production and usage of nutritionally balanced compound livestock
feed.

2.4 ALTERNATIVES
2.4.1 Project
Presently turnover of Pakistan Poultry Industry is about 564 billion
rupees. There are about 25000 Poultry Farms in the country. Poultry
Industry is one of the most organized branches of the agro based
sector of Pakistan. Its growth rate is 10-12% annually. At present over
40% of agriculture produce and by-products of Agriculture are being
used in poultry feed, 40% of the total meat consumption is being
procured from poultry products. We are producing 9410 million table
eggs and 953.600 metric tons chicken meat annually. In Pakistan per
capita consumption of meat is only 5.5 KG and 55 eggs annually,

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whereas developed world is consuming 25-28 KG meat and over 250


eggs per capita per year. As per standard of World Health Organization,
daily requirement of animal protein for a person is 27 grams whereas
our public is consuming 17 grams only. Therefore we are already
consuming less animal protein as per required standards. So we have
to improve the growth rate and growth conditions of this sector. For
better growth Poultry feed is a kind of balanced livestock feed which
aids proper development of chicks and pullets.

2.4.2 Site
An Open land under undisputed ownership of the proponent is selected
for Proposed Project. Selected site is an unproductive land and is going
to be brought into industrial use which will be beneficial for the locals
as they will get Job opportunities and also good quality locally available
dyed fabrics. The site is well located in regard to the following:

Easy road access.


No settlements in close vicinity.
No watercourse within a safe distance
No ecologically sensitive or declared protected area
As no important religious, archaeological, historical or recreational site,
or any other ecologically sensitive, declared protected area or poor
population exists within close vicinity of the selected site. In view of
these facts, it can be concluded that the Selected Site is best suited for
the project, and will not pose any adverse impact or threat on any
component of the environment.

2.5 LOCATION & SITE LAYOUT OF THE PROJECT


2.5.1 Location
The proposed project of the establishment of Feeds Mill of M/s Mumtaz
Feeds Mill (Pvt.) Limited located at Mouza Bhakal Bhar Tehsil Multan,
District Multan.

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Figure 1: Site Location Map


2.5.2 Site layout
Layout map of the project site is attached with the report.

2.6 NATURE OF AREA


Proposed area is agricultural in nature.

2.7 LAND OWNERSHIP


Property ownership documents have been attached with this report clearly
showing the ownership of project without any dispute.

2.8 ROAD ACCESS


Main roads and markets are in easy and close access of the project site.
Faisalabad-Multan road and Dunya Pur Road is along the proposed site.

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Figure 2: Road Running in front of the Project

2.9 LAND USE ON SITE


Currently the construction has been started on the said piece of land.

2.10 VEGETATION FEATURES OF SITE


The proponent has planned
proper landscaping by
providing parks, green area
etc. Trees, plants, grasses
etc will be grown in these
places. The types will be
chosen as to provide
beautiful aesthetic view and
an environmental friendly
housing to the people.
Figure 3: Clear Site Area

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Figure 4: Plantation by Proponent along the Boundary wall

2.11 PROPOSED PROJECT DESCRIPTION


2.11.1.1 Raw Materials

Raw material for the unit will be Maize, Rice tips, Soyabean Meal,
Canola meal, Rice polish, Vegetable Oil, Feed additives etc.
2.11.1.2 Finished Product

Feed for poultry will be the finished or final product. The unit has a
capacity of producing 40,000 bags of 50 kg each in a month.

2.11.1.3 General Process Description

The process steps used for the production are: Filtration, Mixing,
capturing dust emissions by Cyclone, Pallet making, Cooling, Hammer
Bunker and Packing Machine

Filtration/sieving

This step includes the filtration of foreign materials that can be named
as impurities. It can effectively break the agglomerate in the powder
secondary materials and separate the large impurities such as straw,

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flaxen rope, paper and stone mixed in the powder secondary materials
so as to ensure the normal working of follow-up equipment.

Mixing

All raw materials in required proportions are then mixed so that a good
quality and nutrition rich food could be prepared.

Pellet Making

A small amount of steam from boiler is used to compress the mixture


in pellet form. The medium capacity pellet mill produces quality pellets
for all feed types. The mill delivers state of the art thermal treatment
and compacting technology.

Cooling

Moisture added as steam, provides a large volume of lubricating


material with a small weight. In addition, the temperature imparted to
pellets by steam is a major factor in their subsequent drying. If air at
ambient temperature is drawn or blown through the newly formed
pellets, its ability to take up water depends on an increase in
temperature. Air has avidity for moisture directly related to its
temperature. Air passing over hot pellets will increase in temperature
and thus increase its water-holding ability. Cooler is used for this
purpose. The cooler efficiently cools hot product with gentle handling.
The countercurrent principle lowers energy consumption.

Conveying

Elevator
The elevator vertically conveys bulk materials with the highest
sanitation. The elevators offer high operating safety and energy
efficiency.
Distributor
The distributor feeds bulk materials from conveying elements into bins
remote controlled and dust free.

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Chain Conveyor
The chain conveys bulk materials by uni-directional, bi-directional,
horizontal or slightly inclined conveying.

Packing Machine

The high accuracy of the packing station saves money; it will ensure
correct amount of product is in each bag. Packing Hopper will ensure
proper packing.

2.11.1.4 EVACUATION PLAN

The layout is designed in view of security and it would be maintained


according to policy of the company executing the project. Emergency
exit passages will be established and maintained. A proper evacuation
plan will be formulated to cope with any emergency situation.
Assembly points will be set and proper training will be provided to the
workers and staff.

2.11.2 Supplies
2.11.2.1 Water Supply

The total domestic and process water demand will be 15m 3/d. The
source will be ground water which will be pumped out from a depth of
70 feet.

2.11.2.2 Electricity

WAPDA will be the primary source of electricity. A generator will be


there on standby mode.

2.11.2.3 Steam

A boiler will be installed to meet the steam demand of proposed


project. Steam of boiler will be used for compressing of pellet. Boiler
will be equipped will latest emission control technology

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2.11.2.4 Manpower

60-70 workers will be hired for operation phase. The staff will be hired
with respect to concerned department according to their qualification.

2.11.2.5 Firefighting

The fire fighting system will include CO2 and dry chemical powder fire
extinguishers. Plant will establish a proper fire fighting system. Sand
buckets, foam sprays etc. will always remain in ready stated.

2.11.3 Wastewater
Wastewater will be generated only from municipal uses and boiler blow
down. Municipal wastewater will be treated via Septic Tanks. Boiler
blow down will be treated in settling tank. After settling it will be used
for land scapping and sprinkling purpose.

2.11.4 Air Emissions


There will be no issue regarding the air pollution during operation
phase of project. Emissions source during production is only the
boiler/steam generator. Many different factors may influence the
quality of air, in particular physical conditions (e.g. temperature,
humidity, air circulation). To avoid the issue proper ventilation plan will
be developed keeping in mind the indoor and outdoor air quality.
Generator and boiler will be enclosed to keep emissions in safe limits.
Boiler of good quality and equipped with latest emission control
technology will be. To avoid fine dust during operation, in the design of
the production line equipment, negative pressure fans of appropriate
capacity should be included along with dust collecting cyclones and in
mount airlocks

Wet suppression will control PM emission from floor cleaning, and


regular monitoring will check the emissions from the generator.
2.11.5 Noise Emission
During operation, generators and boiler will be the significant noise
sources (which both will be enclosed in sound-proof rooms); although

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little noise will also be produced by some other mechanical operations


and maintenance activities. Construction activities will however add
great to the noise, but that noise will be temporary, and will be
mitigated by measures as stated in Chapter-4.

2.11.6 Solid Waste Generation


Most of the solid waste during operation will be generated by
packaging only. Solid waste will be disposed off according to the
municipal practices of the area to the satisfaction of local authorities.
Large dust bins will be kept in the unit premises to manage the waste.
Audit for the solid waste generation will be conducted from time to
time in order to figure out the main source of waste stream and how to
manage it in future. Estimated domestic solid waste during operational
phase will be 60 kg approximately which will disposed off according to
the municipal practices.

2.11.7 Government Approval


Approvals from the other government approvals will be obtained after
obtaining Environmental Approval from EPA Punjab.
2.11.8 Relocation & Rehabilitation Plan
No human population resides within project area. The nearest
populated area is approximately 200 m away from the proposed
project location. No structure of any significance (cultural, religious,
archaeological, recreational or any other) stands on the land selected
for the project requiring dismantling or relocation. No flora or fauna;
especially belonging to endangered species is found within a safe
distance from the site which is to be removed or moved to some other
part. Hence, no relocation and resettlement is required.
2.11.9 AREA
The total area of the project is 37 Kanals out of which 5 kanals is
covered.
2.11.10 COST OF PROJECT
The total cost of the project is 49.5 Million PKR.

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2.11.11 COST AND MAGNITUDE OF OPERATION


Raw material, purchasing of fuel, Operation and maintenance of the
machinery, generator and other complex machinery are the costly
activities involved in the operation phase of the project. Equipment
safety will be assured if these operations are carefully managed. No
separate fund allocation is required. However, budget will be allocated
for purchase and maintenance of standardized PPEs for workers
and for waste management and environmental enhancement. Despite
these costs, this project was found to be financially feasible in the
feasibility report.
2.11.12 SCHEDULE OF IMPLEMENTATION
The proponent intended to complete construction of the Proposed
Project in a period of six months or in a year after getting
Environmental Approval.

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3 CHAPTER 3: BASELINE DATA & ENVIRONMENTAL


PROFILE

3.1 GENERAL
This section covenants with the prevailing environmental conditions of the
project area. Information that has been collected from different sources,
including public literature, reports of other studies conducted in this area,
knowledge with the proponent and the concerned government departments
and the first-hand surveys and field measurements has been presented in
this section. This encompasses all the important aspects of local
environment; such as biological resources, socioeconomic development and
quality of living values.

3.2 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT


This part examines the physical resources such as topography, soil, climate,
surface & ground water resources & quality, ambient air quality and geology
of not only the project site but also the city as a whole to assess whether the
project under assessment can or does have any impacts on any of these
parameters. The description of physical environment of the city and the
project site is presented in the following sub sections.

3.2.1 Geography
3.2.1.1 Location

The proposed project site is located between 30 6'12.33" North


latitudes and 7131'21.73" East longitude. The elevation of site is
120m.

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Figure 5: Google View


3.2.2 Climate
Site is located in the southern part of Punjab, province in Pakistan. City
features an arid climate with very hot summers and cold winters. The
city witnesses some of the most extreme temperatures in the country.
Dust storms are a common occurrence within the city. However usually
land close to the Chenab River are flooded in the monsoon season.

3.2.3 Noise Level


Noise monitoring of the project site is annexed at the end of the report.

3.2.4 Ambient Air Quality


Lab reports of ambient air quality are annexed with this report.

3.2.5 Water Resources


3.2.5.1 Surface Water

The surface water body is Canal which is situated near the project site.
It is at the distance of 1.3km from the site.

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Figure 6: Canal near Project Site

Figure 7: Canal View


3.2.5.2 Ground Water

Lab reports of water quality Analysis is annexed at the end of the


report.

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3.3 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT


Pakistan comprises of a total of nine major ecological zones and the term has
relevance for each of Pakistans administrative unitsdistrict, province, and
particularly country. The greater the number of genera, species and habitats
and ecosystems present within these units, the greater is the Biodiversity. It
is in this background that the biodiversity of the area is discussed below:

City is enriched with the presence of natural flora and fauna; although with
the growing population and development activities, the presence of some
has been somewhat affected.

There are however no significant or well-shaped trees and shrubs on the


project site. There are some trees only along the main roads.

3.3.1 Flora
Trees, also called the lungs of the earth, are important for the
restoration of the ecosystem. People can benefit incalculably from their
survival and existence. Trees have also been a source of medicine for
thousands of years and a refuge for various species of birds. No
threatened or endangered species and medicinal plants are present
anyhow in the project area.

3.3.2 Fauna
With an increase in the rate of urbanization, the ecology of city has
been considerably affected but there is no threatened or endangered
species found in the project site. Similarly no wildlife is present within
the project corridor.

3.4 SOCIOECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT


Socioeconomic environment is represented by the human and
economic development and quality of life values. For the study of
socio-economic environment of the project area, field surveys were
conducted and interviews were held with the general public and
neighbors.

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3.4.1 Health Facilities

Figure 8: Nearest Medical Facilities

The hospitals near project site are at a distance of 6.75 kilometers


naming as Faiz Hospital.
3.4.2 Educational Facilities
The nearest school is Govt. Girls Primary School Jummy Wala at the
distance of 2.30 Km from the site.

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Figure 9: Nearby School

3.5 Quality of life values


All the area adjacent to project area is for residences; therefore, individuals
and workers from neighboring residences were interviewed. The individuals
assessed from the neighboring communities of the project area were
involved in small businesses and private jobs. Most of the people have sound
earning sources and practice leisure lifestyles in fresh environments provided
by the private housing societies in the nearby areas. Most of the people
hesitated telling their incomes; however, incomes average in the range of
20000 to as much as 100000 PKR; enough to meet their basic needs. They
avail all the basic facilities of healthy living and enjoy human rights and civic
liberties.
The diseases prevalent in the community were stomach disorders, fatigue,
joint pain, diabetes and arthritis. But it was also observed that all these
disease are commonly due to improper diet and water contamination.
Almost all of the interviewed members were in favor of the project; rather
they commented even more similar projects should be initiated in such areas

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as to yield lowering of goods prices and controlling inflation when not


comprising on quality of the products and the environment.
3.5.1 Socioeconomic Survey and Public Consultation
For ascertaining the perceptions of different stakeholders about the
project, meetings were held with them. These meetings were held in
an open atmosphere, in which participants expressed their views freely.
Informal group discussions were also held as an additional tool for the
assessment of the perceptions of the stakeholders.

Methods of Public Consultation

Public Consultation was carried out for whole day. The following
methods were used for public consultation with project stakeholders in
order to ascertain their stakes regarding project implementation.

Focused Group Discussion


Scoping Sessions
Formal Group Meetings
Informal Group Meetings

Table 2: List of Individual Consulted


Rehan Ahmad Amir Mumtaz
Danish Rafique Sammar Ijaz
Sarfraz Bajwa Bilal Ahmad
Mehwish Anees Zahra Majid
Maqbool Faiz Riaset Sharif
Awareness Regarding the Proposed Project

Out of total 22 respondents, 90% knew about the project whereas 9%


were not aware of the project planning and implementation.

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Awareness Regarding the Proposed Project

9%

Aware of Project
Unaware of

91%

Acceptability of the Proposed Project

Majority of the respondents, 95% favored the construction of the


project keeping in view its importance

Concerns and solutions

Concerns Solutions
Waste disposal Waste will be managed properly.
Public welfare project Positive comment

Market Price of products It will be easily available to the


locals at normal prices

3.6 Monitoring Reports


Testing of different parameters was done from a certified laboratory to check
the quality of different environmental parameters. The copy of the lab
reports of these parameters (ambient air analysis, water quality analysis) is
given in annexure.

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4 CHAPTER 4: POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL


IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

4.1 GENERAL
This section discusses the projects potential environmental impact on the
areas geomorphology, soil, water resources, air, biological resources and
socioeconomic condition and, where applicable, identifies mitigation
measures that will reduce, if not eliminate, its adverse impact. The
assessment carried out in this section is based on potential impacts on
overall environmental receptors within the project area.

4.2 OBJECTIVES
Impact analysis is the technical heart of the IEE process. The main
objectives of this phase of IEE are:

identifying more specifically the impacts and finding the different ways
of doing the project activities;
Predicting the characteristics of the main impacts and mitigating them;
and
Evaluating the significance of the residual impacts that cannot be
mitigated.
4.2.1 Purpose of mitigation measure should include
A. What is the problem
As the project is the Establishment of Feeds Mill so the problem will be
from these activities like solid waste or noise may occur.

B. When problem will occur and when it should be addressed


Problem will occur during installation and operational phase when
different activities will be done through machinery or manual work.
These problems may include noise, solid waste, liquid waste etc. These
all problems should be addressed on the spot to avoid the residual or
adverse impacts.

C. Where problem should be addressed

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As the problem is generating from the installation and operational of


the project so it should be addressed on source i.e. site of the project.

D. How the problem should be addressed


Proper mitigations measures will be provided according to the nature of
the impacts/problems. Like for dust emissions sprinkling of water will
be done, for solid waste proper management will be provided, liquid
waste proper treatment will be done before discharging into the
receiving body.

4.2.2 Ways of Achieving Mitigation Measures

A. Changing in Planning Design

The proposed project is located near the industrial area where no


population or sensitive area is present. So, there would be no need for
changing the design of project.

B. Improved Management & Monitoring Practices

Improving activities will be carried out for betterment while monitoring


will also be conducted to keep environment friendly.

C. Compensation in Money Terms

There will be no damage of fauna, flora or any other resource. So,


compensation in money will not be needed.

D. Replacement/ Relocation/ Rehabilitation

Proposed project is located in open land where there is no sensitive


area, population or natural resource. So, replacement, relocation and
rehabilitation is no required

4.3 IMPACT ASSOCIATED WITH SITE SELECTION

The proponent has selected the site owing to the following reasons:

The site is undisputed and under the ownership of the proponent


There is no community or human settlement on the site

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There is no fauna flora (particularly belonging to an endangered


species) on the site
Main road network runs in front of the unit
There is no ecologically sensitive or declared protected area (PA) like
forest, fish hatcheries, Territorial Waters, wildlife or game reserves, any
structure of socio-cultural significance (historical or archaeological site
or religious structures; Masjid, temples, etc.) within 10 km of the
selected site
It can be concluded in view of these reasons that the selected site is best
suited for the project, and will not pose any adverse impact or threat on any
component of the environment4.

4.4 IMPACT ASSOCIATED WITH DESIGN PHASE


At the design phase, no considerable impact will occur on land, soil,
topography, ground water, and on people of the area. However in pre-
construction phase a management system should be provided at design level
so impacts can be reduced. Design of the building will adhere to all standard
technical requirements in order to avoid adverse impacts on environment
and human health.

4.4.1.1 Mitigation Measures

The Proponent intends to construct the unit on modern lines, meeting


International Standards, with incorporation of Imported Technology. The
design, if maintained and operated in an environment-friendly manner,
is expected to cast positive impact on the Environment and will not pose
any adverse impact or threat on any component of the Environment.

4.5 IMPACTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ESTABLISHMENT PHASE


As project area is far from the community and biological life, so, there are
rare impacts on the environmental and socio-economic conditions. Moreover,
possible impacts associated with the construction activities of the project are
discussed in this section. The impacts that are discussed are following:

Environmental Impact
Physical environment

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Construction Noise
Dust Emission
Vegetation Loss
Water Bodies
Soil Contamination
Socio-economic Impact
Employment Conflicts
Health and Safety of Workers

4.5.1 Physical Environment


4.5.1.1 Effect of Geology & Soil

The main impacts of the project during establishment, and installation


of utility and equipments will be the dust and noise and transportation
of materials and equipments. Standard engineering practices will be
enforced on the construction site.

4.5.2 Soil
Due to the establishment activities soil quality may be affected by
small amount discharges caused by oil and chemical spills or
equipment washing yards. Soil erosion may occur. This impact is
temporary and minor negative in nature. Contamination of soil may
occur due to clearance of construction waste in the surrounding area.
But if mitigation measures will be applied the overall impact on soil will
be minimum.
4.5.2.1 Mitigations:

The following control measures are proposed to mitigate the impact on


the soil resources:

Spills prevention trays should be provided and used at refueling


locations
During onsite maintenance of vehicles and equipment, tarpaulin or
other impermeable material should be spread on the ground to
prevent the contamination of the soil.
Regular inspection should be carried out to detect the leakage in
vehicles and equipment

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Appropriate arrangement, including shovels, plastic bags and


absorbent material, should be available near the fuel or oil storage
area
4.5.3 Impact on Geology and topography
The geology of the area is flat. No hills, mountains and slopes are
present so during establishment phase there will be no impact on
geology of area. The topography of project area is nearly flat and
remains unchanged during construction phase.

4.5.4 Impact on Water Bodies


There will not be any deterioration of surface water quality. Ground
water will be the source of water for the project site. The water will be
used for wetting/ soaking bricks and for masonry construction.

4.5.5 Air Pollution


Air quality impacts during construction phase would be mainly
associated with dust and vehicle emissions from various construction
activities, especially, during the excavation and embankments of large
quantities of earth material. Particulate matter emitted during
construction activities can result in deterioration of ambient air quality
in the vicinity, and be the nuisance for the community and workers. In
certain climatic condition such a hot summer in this city, airborne dust
can become a major nuisance if proper control techniques are not
properly employed. Moreover dust would be generated due to the
hauling of construction material to the site as the accessibility to the
construction site is via mud roads.

4.5.5.1 Mitigations:

The following mitigation measures will be implemented at the


proposed unit construction site during construction to control the
emission of particulate matter:

Water will be sprinkled daily or when there is an obvious dust


problem on all exposed surfaces to suppress emission of dust.

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Frequency of sprinkling will be kept such that the dust remains


under control, particularly when wind is blowing towards the
receptors;
Dust emission from soil piles and aggregate storage stockpiles will
be reduced by appropriate measures. These may include:
o Keeping the material moist by sprinkling of water at appropriate
frequency;
o Erecting windshield walls on three sides of the piles such that the
wall project 0.5 m above the pile, or;
o Covering the pile, for example with tarpaulin or thick plastic
sheets, to prevent emissions;
o Locating stock piles out of the wind direction;
All roads within the proposed facility will be paved as early as
possible after the commencement of construction work. Until the
roads are paved, they will be sprinkled regularly to prevent dust
emission. Other temporary tracks within the site boundary will be
compacted and sprinkled with water during the construction
works;
Project traffic will maintain a maximum speed limit of 20km/hr on
all unpaved roads within the proposed site;
Construction materials that are susceptible to dust formation will
be transported only in securely covered trucks to prevent dust
emission during transportation;
The exposure of construction workers to dust will be minimized by
provision of dust masks.
4.5.6 Noise Pollution
Depending upon the equipment used and its distance from the
receptor, the community will not be exposed to intermittent and
variable noise level. Noise level is measured as ambient noise which is
defined as background noise that is always present. In such areas most
noise comes from transportation, construction and human sources.
Road traffic noise is generally known to be the major source of noise
for staff.

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4.5.6.1 Mitigations:

The strategy to minimize the noise in the community within acceptable


limits should be based on the followings:

Reduce equipment noise at source


Minimize construction related vehicular noise
Make sure the movement of transportation vehicles should be
confined only in the day. The movement of vehicle should be
restricted during night time.
It will conform that construction equipment and vehicles should
be equipped with mufflers to effectively decrease generation of
noise
Providing construction workers with suitable hearing protection
like ear cap, or earmuffs and training them in their use.

4.5.7 Solid Waste


The solid waste may be generated due to different construction
activities and it will mainly include surplus excavated and construction
material. The indiscriminate disposal of solid waste may cause dust
emissions due to wind blowing. The impacts of solid waste would be
temporary and minor negative in nature.

4.5.7.1 Mitigations:

Construction waste will be reused for concrete the floor etc.

4.5.8 Wastewater
The wastewater generated during construction activities include from
domestic source like from washing floors and sprinkling of water etc.

4.5.8.1 Mitigations:

The wastewater from domestic will be treated through the septic tank.
After treatment from septic tank water will be disposed off.

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4.5.9 Health and Safety of Workers


Health and safety impacts of the project on workers and communities
in the area of influence of the project will be reasonably managed.
During construction phase, minor and severe injuries to workers due to
machine operation and earthwork may occur but if managed properly,
this impact can be mitigated.

4.5.9.1 Mitigation

All reasonable precautions will be taken for the safety of


employees and equipment will be operated by expert persons.
Construction activities would be carried out under the supervision
of a suitably experienced person.
First aid kits and other necessary equipment are kept available at
Project Site along with a list of emergency phone numbers to be
contacted in case of any emergency or accidents.
Adequate sanitary facilities, potable water, and garbage bins will
be provided. Safety rules and regulations will be implemented
during construction.
All workers will be provided personal protective equipments like
earplug, earmuffs, gloves, hamlet, goggles, etc.
4.5.10 Fauna
This will be no negative impact on fauna because project lies in open
plot.

4.5.11 Flora
This will be no negative impact of flora because project lies in open
plot.

4.5.11.1 Mitigations:

For suitable ventilation and aesthetically attracted, local tree and


plants species will be planted.

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4.5.12 EMPLOYMENT CONFLICTS


Potential employment related issues include dissatisfaction among the
local communities over the number of jobs offered to them.

4.5.12.1 Mitigation

The following mitigation measures will be implemented:

Maximum number of unskilled and semiskilled jobs should be


provided to the local communities
A local labor selection criterion should be developed in
consultation with the community.

4.6 IMPACTS ASSOCIATED WITH OPERATIONAL ACTIVITIES


The environmental and socio-economic impacts related with the operation
phase of the Proposed Project are discussed in this section. The impacts that
are discussed are the following:

Noise
Wastewater
Air pollution
Waste Management
Socio economic impacts
4.6.1 Waste & Waste Water
The discharge effluent from the project cannot affect the water
resources if it is discharged into fresh water channel, canal, pond etc.
Wastewater of this project shall cause no adverse impacts. As the
wastewater will directly be sent to the septic tank for treatment and
then will be discharge in drain.

4.6.1.1 Mitigation

The wastewater will be regularly monitored for compliance of


NEQS.
Efforts should be made to ensure that water is conserved.

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4.6.2 Solid Waste


Solid waste can be a problem if raw material(s) or product(s) or both
are in solid form during the processing; otherwise solid waste is
generated from packaging and un-packing.

4.6.2.1 Potential issues

Waste minimization is very important part. By focusing on the waste


avoidance and reduction through use of cleaner production processes
and practices, pollution control and waste disposal cost can be
lowered. Preference will be given to waste avoidance and reduction
and next to recycling and reuse. The unit administration will make a
comprehensive plan to mitigate all the issues regarding the waste
generation to till its disposal.

4.6.2.2 Impact Analysis

The whole process is automatic and mechanically controlled so there is


no chance of solid waste generation. Only municipal waste will be
there.

4.6.2.3 Mitigation

A useful approach to waste minimization involves the preparation of


proper waste minimization plan. The starting point for the waste
minimization will be waste audit. The mitigation techniques that will be
applied include:

Quantify and characterize the waste streams.


No waste should be dumped at any location outside the
boundary.
Separate, labeled dust bin should be placed within the premises
to collect different nature of waste separately
Other recyclable waste will be sold out to solid waste
management contractor.

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Audit of waste management should be undertaken on regular


basis
Record of all waste generated should be maintained. Quantities
of waste, dispose, recycled or reuse should be logged on.
Training should be provided to personnel for identification,
segregation and management of waste.
4.6.2.4 Monitoring Requirements

Monitoring measures will include:

Record of all waste generated should be maintained.


Quantities of waste, dispose, sold should be logged on the waste
tracking register.
Audit of waste management should be undertaken on regular
basis.
The areas around the project boundary and access roads should be
periodically inspected to verify that no project related waste is
scattered in these areas

4.6.3 Air Quality


There will be no issue regarding the air pollution during operation
phase of this project. Boiler is the only sources of Pollution during
project operation. Nitrogen oxides, sulphur oxides and particulate
matter can be released that can affect indoor, outdoor air quality and
can result breathing difficulties to workers and visitors.

4.6.3.1 Mitigation

Proper ventilation will limit the amount of indoor pollutants and


will assure the supply of clean air at all times to all the workers
inside.
Boiler will be provided with the pollution control devices to
eliminate the gaseous emissions.
Workers shall wear dust masks and other breathing PPEs before
entering the processing halls.
Water spraying should be practiced where required.

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Regular monitoring
No waste should be burnt at the premises.
4.6.4 Noise
During operation, generators and boiler will be the significant noise
sources (which both will be enclosed in sound-proof rooms); although
little noise will also be produced by some other mechanical operations
and maintenance activities.

4.6.4.1 Mitigation

Controlling noise at its source is the best method of noise control.


Therefore, put silencers on the machines.
Workers should be told and encouraged to use PPEs (ear plugs or
ear muffs).
Proper muffling of operating equipment should be done.
4.6.5 Socio-Economic Influences
This project boosts up the socio-economic conditions by providing the
people different economic opportunities.

Mitigation: Not required

4.6.6 EMERGENCY RESPONSE


Incidents and accidents may take place unexpectedly during project
operations. These may include

Fire hazard
4.6.6.1 FIRE HAZARD

Working operation will be manageable but negligence in operations


may cause risk of safety and health problems. Mishandling or
mismanagement may lead to fire hazard, which poses a serious threat.
Short circuiting in electrical switches and frayed electrical wires can
cause fire.

4.6.6.1.1 Mitigation
The fire fighting system will include water and gas devices /
extinguishers.

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Indoor and outdoor fire hydrants will be installed according to the


codes and standards.
Oil storage tank area will be provided with foam devices /
extinguishers.
Fire extinguishers should be properly maintained and checked
periodically.
Flammable materials in the premises should be prohibited.
Fire alarm systems should be maintained for detection and
warning of fire.
Adequate training of workers on use of fire fighting system to
deal with emergency situation.
Administration of the unit will develop the proper evacuation
plans from all halls.
4.6.6.2 BOILER EXPLOSION

Although a boiler is likely to explode being designed to bear more


stresses, its explosion brings grave damages, and both the by-products
of fire and hot water spread to large extents; creating an emergency
situation.

4.6.6.2.1 Mitigation
A map showing emergency exits from boiler house and nearby
units, halls and offices, and assembly points in case of such
emergency situations must be developed and displayed at
various locations in the unit and the workers should be guided on
it.
Emergency call service must be available within the boiler house
and at other such locations as well.
Firefighting team must be ready at all times to combat such an
emergency situation.
No one other than a member of the firefighting team must be
allowed to plunge into boiler house till fire has been put off or
controlled.
Cause of such a failure must be tracked in order to avoid the
recurrence of such an event

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4.7 Potential Environmental Enhancement Measures


Tree plantation within and outside the premises and the introduction of an
ecologically effective and efficient design of a commercial building are the
environmental enhancement measures planned by the proponent to be
incorporated into the design of the intended project. A large area will be
reserved for the plantation and among plants native flora like Peepal and
Amaltas will be involved which have maximum capacity to reduce noise
pollution and tolerance index of these species are more than 10. Some floral
species like rose will also be introduced in the lawn for aesthetic beauty and
trees like sufaida will be planted as boundary wall inside the lawn which will
look like green wall. The Proponent will also make arrangements for
protection and maintenance of trees.

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5 CHAPTER 5: ENVIRONMENTAL MANGEMENT AND


MONITORING PLANS

5.1 GENERAL
An IEE report contains predictions about the environmental impacts of
proposals and recommendations for their mitigation and management. The
report is essentially a discretionary planning document. Usually, a separate
project approval sets the terms and conditions with which the proponent
must comply.

An environmental management plan (EMP), also referred to as an impact


management plan, is usually prepared as part of IEE reporting. It translates
recommended mitigation and monitoring measures into specific actions that
will be carried out by the proponent. Depending upon particular
requirements, the plan may be included in, or appended to, the IEE report or
may be a separate document. The EMP will need to be adjusted to the terms
and conditions specified in any project approval. It will then form the basis
for impact management during project Construction and operation.

The main components of an EMP are described in the table below, which
reflects practice at the World Bank. Although there is no standard format, the
EMP should contain the following:

Summary of the potential impacts of the proposal


Description of the recommended mitigation measures
Statement of their compliance with relevant standards
Allocation of resources and responsibilities for plan implementation
and
Contingency plan when impacts are greater than expected.

5.2 OBJECTIVES OF EMP


This EMP has been prepared as supporting documentation. The EMP is to
provide:

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with a practical framework for establishing best practice environmental


management standards and guidelines to mitigate potential
environmental harm for each activity undertaken;

A mechanism to assist managers, supervisors and Construction crews


to comply with current legislation;

A means of identifying environmental issues and to provide general


procedures which must be considered when undertaking Construction
activities;

A mechanism to reduce the potential impacts of the Construction and


operation of the facility; and

Provide a basis for establishing environmental due diligence during the


Construction and operational phases.

Table 3: Institutional Capacities


Role Responsibilities

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Proponent Implementation and monitoring


of the EMP.
Provide all supervisory and
management staff with an
awareness and understanding of
their responsibilities under this
EMP.
Provide appropriate and
adequate resources are allocated
to allow for the effective
implementation and maintenance
of the EMP.
Conduct periodic reviews of
environmental performance are
conducted.
Report any major environmental
incidents that may have a
significant impact on the
surrounding environment.
Provide employees and
contractors with the relevant
environmental instruction in
relation to the EMP and awareness
and understanding of their
obligations and duties.
Construction Contractor Be aware of and understand the
contents of and the reason for
implementing the elements of the
EMP and ensure all personnel
including subcontractors adhere to
these requirements.
Provide adequate training in the
elements of the EMP to all
personnel, including contractors.
Provide personnel involved in
the project, including
subcontractors and visitors, with
the appropriate environmental
training required to provide them
with awareness and
understanding of their
responsibilities under the EMP as

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well as understanding of the


environmental approvals that
adhere to the strategies outlined
in the EMP.
Carry out all work in accordance
with the procedures outlined in
the EMP.
Make sure that all environmental
safeguards and precautions are in
place and adhered to at all times
at the site and activity.
Regularly inspect and monitor all
activities for adherence to proper
environmental safeguards.
Ensure that all equipment used
is properly serviced and that all
precautions are in place to
prevent the likelihood of an
environmental incident occurring.
Report all environmental
incidents to the Superintendents
Representative as soon as
practicable, but within 24 hours of
them
Occurring.
Superintendents Representative Be aware and understand the
All employees and subcontractors contents of, and the reason for,
implementing the elements of the
EMP.
Exercise environmental due
diligence and achieve compliance
with the EMP.
Report all environmental
incidents to the Principal as soon
as practicable, but within 24 hours
of them occurring.

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Table 4: Environmental Management Plan

INSTITUTIONAL
POTENTIAL
PROJECT TYPE EXTENT / RESPONSIBILITY
IMPACTS ON
ACTIVITIE OF MAGNITU MITIGATION MEASURE
ENVIRONME IMPLEMENT SUPERVIS
S IMPACT DE
NT ING BODY ION

CONSTRUCTION
Minimization:
Dust emission from soil piles
and aggregate storage
stockpiles will be reduced by
keeping the material moist
Major by sprinkling of water at
Negative appropriate frequency
Dust Limit the conduct of clearing
Physical, Emissions, and other significant dust
Social, Water generating activities to
More/
Biologica Contaminatio periods of suitable weather
Civil works Adjacent Contractor Proponent*
l n, Noise & condition, i.e.: excluding
area
Aesthetic Vibration, period of high winds;
al Employment, Avoidance:
Health & Covering the pile, for
Safety of example with tarpaulin or
Workers thick plastic sheets, to
prevent emission.
Noise control measures will
be implemented
Use of water only from
designated wells

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Vehicular speeds will be


limited to 20 km/h on areas of
unconsolidated or unsealed
soil associated with the
immediate site works
Avoidance:

Periodic maintenance and


Minor inspection of vehicles
Negative
Vehicles with leaks will not
Dust
be operated.
production,
Movement Physical Soil & Water Vehicles should not be
and & Contaminatio Moderate/ washed or serviced in the Contractor Proponent*
fueling of Aesthetic n due to Fuel at the site field.
vehicles al Leakages &
Spillage, No vehicle-related waste,
Emissions, such as oils, filters, old tires
Noise & or parts, will be left in the
Vibration field
All vehicles will be
maintained in good working
condition
All vehicles will have
properly functioning
silencers (mufflers).
Transporta Bio- Minor Moderate/ Minimization: Contractor Proponent*
tion of physical Negative Adjacent Excessive use of horns will
Constructi Dust and area be avoided
on Particulate

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PPEs will be provided to


workers
Avoidance:
Covering of transporting
material trucks
Nighttime driving of project
Emissions, vehicles will be limited where
Noise possible
Generation, Low speed limit will be
material
Safety and maintained on the section of
Health the access road that is
Effects adjacent to the community
and site.
The fence surrounding the
site will be put in on during
the Construction to prevent
access to the Construction
site
Minor Reduction:
Negative Use of PPEs
Instrumen Noise & Avoidance:
Moderate/
t Physical Vibration, Proper maintenance and
adjacent Contractor Proponent*
installatio & Social Spillage & inspection of equipments
area
n Leakages, and machinery.
Health & Warning signs will be
Safety provided to assure safety.
Use of Physical, Minor Less/ Avoidance: Design Proponent*
local Social & Negative adjacent Initiation of water engineer &
water Biologica disturbance area conservation program Contractor
resources l to local Reduction:

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Where possible, water should


community
be recycled

OPERATION
Equipment physical Particulate Moderate/ Avoidance: contractor Proponent*
operation Matter, Local
All vehicles, generators and
Emission of
GHG, Noise, other equipment used during
Vibration the Construction and
operation will be tuned and
maintained in good working
condition in order to
minimize emission of
pollutants
Boiler will be equipped with
latest pollution control
devices so that effect can be
minimized
Reducing equipment noise at
source by proper design,
maintenance and repair of
Construction machinery and
equipment,
Minimizing noise from
vehicles and power
generators by use of proper
silencers and mufflers
Use noise-abating devices
wherever needed and

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practicable.
Reduction:

PPEs provision
Separation of recyclable
material
Soil Proper disposal of ash
Contaminatio
Training will be provided to
n, effecting
personnel for identification,
GW Quality,
segregation, and
Solid Emission of
Physical, Severe/ management of waste.
Waste GHG,
Biologica local and Provision of Separate waste contractor Proponent*
Generatio Biological,
l, Social global bins
n Particulate
Matter, Quantities of waste
Health disposed, recycled, or
,Economy, reused will be logged on a
Welfare Waste Tracking Register.
Recyclable will be collected
separately and old out
Disaster physical reduction of severe/loc Avoidance: contractor
Planning , social biodiversity, al Proper disaster planning Proponent*
community should be done to meet any
grievance, emergency situation arising
economy, due to fire, explosion,
welfare sudden leakage of gas etc.
Firefighting equipment and
other safety appliances
should be kept ready for use
during disaster/emergency
situation including natural

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calamities like
earthquake/flood
Reduction:
In case of flood, if settling
tanks overflow then effluent
will be discharged in nearby
drainage network.
Avoidance:

Proper electrical grounding


should be provided for
loading and off-loading
equipment.
Spillage, Soil
Contaminatio Smoking should not be
Fuel Physical, Severe/loc
n, permitted within 10 m of the
Managem Biologica contractor Proponent*
Degradation al fuel storage area.
ent l
of Water Fuel storage areas should be
quality clearly marked to ensure
that moving vehicles does
not damage them.
Proper emergency
evacuation route maps will
be displayed.

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5.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN


An environmental monitoring plan provides a delivery mechanism to address
the adverse environmental impacts of a project during its execution, to
enhance project benefits, and to introduce standards of good practice to be
adopted for all project works. An environmental monitoring program is
important as it provides useful information and helps to:

Assist in detecting the development of any unwanted environmental


situation, and thus, provides opportunities for adopting appropriate
control measures, and
Define the responsibilities of the project proponents, contractors and
environmental monitors and provides means of effectively
communicating environmental issues among them.
Define monitoring mechanism and identify monitoring parameters.
Evaluate the performance and effectiveness of mitigation measures
proposed in the Environment Management Plan (EMP) and suggest
improvements in management plan, if required,
Identify training requirement at various levels.

An environmental monitoring plan is suggested to monitor environmental


parameters during survey, Construction and post Construction phase of the
project.

Following environmental record should be maintained:

Periodic inspection reports of the site


Audit reports
Incident record of all moderate and major spills and other incidents
and accidents. The record will include:

Location of spill or battery limit of the accident


Estimated quantity or the amount of injury (as may be
reported in LTI or LWI)
Spilled material or nature of injury or loss (temporary or
permanent)

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Restoration measures
Photographs
Description of any damage to vegetation, water resource, or
community asset.
Corrective measures taken, if any
Waste Tracking Register that will hold records of waste generated
during the Construction period. This will include quantities of waste
disposed, recycled, or reused.
Records of water consumption with use wise breakdown
Survey reports, in particular, the following:

Vehicle and equipment noise.


Ambient noise survey reports.
Ambient level of PM
Vendor dataall vendors disturbed by the project and
compensation paid Public infrastructure: Record of all damages
and repair work undertaken.
Employment
Total number of unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled jobs offered
during Construction.
Name and domicile of the employed staff.
Project and Community Interface
Record of community complains and the measures taken to
address them.
Number of meetings held in various communities and data of
persons who attended
Environmental and social training records
5.3.1 Communications and Documentation
An effective mechanism to store and communicate environmental
information during the project is an essential requirement of an EMP.
5.3.1.1 MEETINGS

Two kinds of environmental meetings will take place during the

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project:
Kick-off meetings
Weekly meetings
The purpose of the kick-off meetings will be to present the EMP to
project staff and discuss its implementation.
A weekly meeting will be held during operation. The purpose of this
meeting will be to discuss the conduct of the operation and
environmental issues and their management. The proceedings of the
meeting will be recorded in the form of a weekly environmental report.
5.3.1.2 CHANGES-RECORD REGISTER

A change-record register will be maintained at the site, in order to


document any change in project design; especially those which have
direct impact on the industrys emissions, effluents, wastes and
resource management. These changes will be handled through the
change management mechanism.

5.3.1.3 ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING

Environmental training will help ensure that the requirements of the


EIA and EMP are clearly understood and followed by all project
personnel in the course of the project.

Table 5: Environmental Training Schedule

Target
audience Trainers Contents Schedule

Selected
Contracto Key finding of After every
managem
rs mitigation measure five months
ent staff
All HSE
Mitigation measures Monthly
personnel Officer

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Waste disposal or sale


out status, vehicle
Technical HSE After every
movement restriction
Staff Officer three month
and other mitigation
measures
Waste disposal,
HSE resource conservation
Other staff Monthly
Officer and other mitigation
workers

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Table 6: Environmental Monitoring Plan for Construction Phase

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Paramete
Objective
Componen r to be Measurem INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EXAMINATION
of Frequency Location Responsibility
ts Monitore ent
Monitoring
d
To determine
At least three
the Noise level
locations on
effectivenes on the site at least 3
the unit
s of the and Noise level working days Environment
Noise boundary
noise adjacent reading will and on Officer
Levels and three
abatement area on be taken weekend per /manager
locations at
measures on dB(A) month
the receptor
the sound scale
end
level

Inspection
To check the of Waste
Waste availability Generation
Construction
Collection, of Waste ,
Visual site Environmental
Storage Management collection, Once daily
inspection officer/manager
and System and Storage
Disposal Implementat and
ion Disposal at
site

To check and
evaluate the
Injuries
Workers effectivenes Recording
and Daily Onsite HSE/contractor
safety s of the injuries
accidents
workers
safety plan
To determine
the
Water effectivenes Visual On monthly
leakages,
conservati s of the inspection basis at all points Environmental
spills and
on Water and record of use officer/manager
wastages
Conservatio tracking
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in Practice
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Table 7: Environmental Monitoring Plan for Operational Phase

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Parameter
Component Objective of Measureme
INITIAL Frequenc EXAMINATION Responsib
ENVIRONMENTAL
to be Location
s Monitoring nt y y
Monitored
To check
whether the
existing noise At least three
control location on the
Noise level Noise
Noise level measures are plant boundary Environme
near the Measuremen Quarterly
(dB) able to bring and three officer
receptor t
the sound location at the
level within receptor level
prescribed
limits
To determine
Emission of
the
Exhaust
effectiveness
Gases and
of the Air
Particulate Source Environme
Pollutants PM, CO, NOx Generator and
s which Emission Monthly Officer/Ma
abatement and Sox Boiler Exhaust
may parameters er
devices on the
pollute the
concentration
Environme
of the likely
nt
pollutants
Sample from
To determine
Wastewater cooling water
the
quality(pH , blow down,
effectiveness
Waste Effluent DO, TSS, sanitary
of treatment Twice a Environme
water discharge Alkalinity, wastewater,
plant and month officer
generation quality BOD5,COD,Tu from
other
rbidity) wastewater
mitigation
treatment
measures
plant
Inspection
of waste
generation,
Waste
To check the collection,
disposal,
availability of storage,
procedure
waste and
for waste Visual Administra
management disposal will Once daily Entire unit
collection, inspection Officer
system and be
storage,
implementatio undertaken
and
n at each site
disposal
of the
project
activity
To check and
evaluate
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5.4 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DETAILS

New equipment of latest technology with high efficiency will be purchased by


the Proponent. Maintenance of Equipment will be done twice year for the
smooth operation.

5.5 ENVIRONMENTAL BUDGET

Approximately 10,000 PKR per year budget will be reserved for the
Environmental Monitoring and measures.

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6 CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION AND


RECOMMENDATIONS

6.1 CONCLUSION
The report presents Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) of the Proposed
Establishment of Poultry Feed Mills of M/s Mumtaz Feeds Mill (Pvt.) Limited,
Multan.

IEE of Proposed Project is performed according to guidelines of EPA. It


includes description of the project, description of the environmental
baselines, potential environmental impacts and suggested mitigation
measures. An implementation mechanism for mitigation measures in the
form of an Environmental Management Plan is included in the study.

The performed IEE showed all anticipated impacts (both positive and
negative), associated with the project. Appropriate mitigation measures as
explained in the environmental study shall reduce, if not eliminate, these
impacts so that these are within acceptable limits. Moreover, no
deterioration, depletion or exploitation of resources is expected to be caused
by this project.

Based on overall assessment of the environmental impact of the project, it is


concluded that the project is not likely to cause any significant adverse
impact on the social, physical and biological environment of the area,
provided that suitable mitigation measures as identified in this study are
implemented.

It is accordingly recommended that Environmental Approval for the project


may be issued by the Punjab Environmental Protection Agency, subject to
payment of the requisite scrutiny fee by the proponent of the project.

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6.2 RECOMMENDATIONS

The Initial Environmental Examination study and survey results are finally
evaluated to recommend the following:

Implementation of EMP must be given top priority.


Proper PPEs including ear plugs, ear muffs, mufflers, goggles, gloves
and shoes etc. should be provided to workers
Train workers to use PPEs
Advise workers to follow SOPs.
Installation of fire extinguishers in the premises and their
monitoring must be ensured.
Equipment maintenance and efficiency must be checked.
No compromise on public health and environment should be
allowed.
Waste minimization practices should be employed and workers
should be encouraged to adopt such methods.
Wages should be distributed on time.
Proper tree plantation plan should also be developed in order to
make the unit environment friendly.
Small waste storage bins should be installed at different corner for
proper waste collection and discharge.
Proper dispensary and first aid box should be provided for workers
Smoking should be avoided within premises of project site and near
fuel storage areas.
The Security Guards shall also be trained to act in case of all
possible emergency situations. The fire alarms can be activated to
signal evacuation. At the same time, communication shall be made
with hospitals, emergency services and police for urgent support.
The proposed Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan should
be implementation.

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