S2S
Pollution Incident Response
Management Plan
Newcastle Inner City Bypass – Shortland to Sandgate
S2S-PL-GL-PIR-001-00
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................ 3
2.
SCOPE AND PURPOSE ................................................................................................................ 3
3.
DESCRIPTION AND LIKEIHOOD OF HAZARDS ......................................................................... 4
3.1.
4.
PRE-EMTIVE ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN........................................................................................ 6
4.1.
Preparedness .......................................................................................................................... 6
4.1.1.
Large spills and leaks (chemicals, fuel, hazardous liquids) ............................................ 7
4.1.2.
Bitumen spills, site run-off ............................................................................................... 7
4.1.3.
Concrete Works (ie wet curing run-off entering waterway, concrete wash outs) ............ 8
4.1.4.
Storage of liquids (chemicals, fuel, hazardous materials)............................................... 8
4.1.5.
Acid Sulphate Soils ......................................................................................................... 8
4.2.
5.
Risk Assessment ..................................................................................................................... 4
Inventory of pollutants ............................................................................................................. 9
4.2.1.
Hazardous substances register....................................................................................... 9
4.2.2.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) ............................................................................... 9
4.2.3.
Handling and storage of hazardous substances ............................................................. 9
4.2.4.
Waste handling and storage ......................................................................................... 10
4.2.5.
Erosion and sediment ................................................................................................... 10
4.2.6.
Air quality....................................................................................................................... 11
4.3.
Safety equipment .................................................................................................................. 12
4.4.
Contact details....................................................................................................................... 12
4.5.
Communicating with neighbours and the local community ................................................... 13
4.6.
Minimising harm to persons on the premises ....................................................................... 14
4.7.
Training of Emergency Response Personnel ....................................................................... 14
4.8.
Testing Plans......................................................................................................................... 15
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES .................................................................................................... 16
5.1.
Notification............................................................................................................................. 16
5.2.
Pollution Incident Response Procedures .............................................................................. 19
5.3.
Clean Up ............................................................................................................................... 22
APPENDIX A – ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS AND IMPACTS RISK ASSESSMENT ..................... 23
APPENDIX B – MINIMUM SAFTEY EQUIPMENT ON SITE ............................................................... 33
APPENDIX C – APPROVED PROJECT SEDIMENT BASINS ............................................................ 35
APPENDIX D – POLLUTION INCIDENT NOTIFICATION FORM........................................................ 37
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1. INTRODUCTION
This Pollution Incidence Response Management Plan (PIRMP) has been prepared for the
Newcastle Inner City Bypass (NICB) - Shortland to Sandgate section of the Hunter
Expressway project.
The Shortland to Sandgate section will provide a four-lane divided carriageway extension of
the Newcastle Inner City Bypass for 1.8 km between Shortland and Sandgate.
This extension will pass underneath Sandgate Road at Shortland, bridge over Deepbridge
Creek and the main northern railway line, run past the western side of Sandgate Cemetery
and join the Pacific Highway at Sandgate. This extension of the existing Jesmond section will
provide improved access between the developing western parts of Newcastle, regional
produce markets and the port of Newcastle.
The scope of this PIRMP covers the 1.8 km route between Shortland and Sandgate only.
The PIRMP has been developed by the Shortland to Sandgate Alliance (S2S) in response to
amendments to the Protection of the Environment Legislation Amendment Act 2011 as set
out in Part 5.7A of the POEO Act. The plan provides a guide for the operations, actions and
notifications to be carried out in the event of a pollution incident and/or emergency as
application. Whilst deviation from the plan should be avoided, all events shall be managed
according to the specific conditions of the incident.
As part of the development of the PRIMP a risk assessment was undertaken to identify
current and future environmental risks associated with the project. As part of the risk
assessment it was identified what preventative measures are in place and what further
measures need to be implemented, the emergency response processes and notification
requirements.
2. SCOPE AND PURPOSE
The PRIMP provides an easily interpreted reference document that ensues that pollution
incidents can be managed and responded to in an appropriate manner.
The PRIMP documents the risk assessment process implemented at S2S and the activities
that create pollution risks associated with the project. The top five risks which will remain
current to the completion of the project have been identified and form the focus of the Plan.
All risks and any subsequent pollution incidents however would be managed through the
implementation of this Plan. The PRIMP details the pre-emptive actions that have been
implemented on the project these include:

specific measures implemented to minimise the risk of an incident occurring due
to spillage, storage of hazardous materials or fire;

inventory of potential pollutants on site;

minimum safety equipment requirements;

communication with the community;

minimising harm to persons;

training of personnel and;
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
Testing of the PRIMP.
The PIRMP also details the procedures to be used in the event of a pollution incident
including notification requirements. The PIRMP links to existing safety, environmental and
emergency systems and plans already in place at the S2S project.
3. DESCRIPTION AND LIKEIHOOD OF HAZARDS
3.1. Risk Assessment
Environmental risks associated with the Project have been identified using the Risk
Assessment Process. The risk assessment process was developed to identify, describe and
rate potential hazards. All environmental risks currently identified for the project have been
outlined in Appendix A of the PIRMP. Appendix A shall be updated if future risks are
identified.
The following tables outline the risk assessment process using three steps to identify the
appropriate management measures required.

Table 3.1 is used to determine the likelihood that the aspect will have an impact
on the environment.

Table 3.2 is used to determine the potential consequence rating of the risk
identified

From these two tables, a risk rating can then be assigned by using Figure 3.1 to
determine how severe the potential impact will be.

Table 3.3 can then be used to assess what level of management each type of risk
will require.
Where a significant risk to the environment has been identified, environmental protection
measures to reduce the risk to an acceptable level shall be implemented. Aspects with a
medium or low risk shall also have practicable management measures implemented if these
can further reduce risk.
Table 3.1 Likelihood criteria
Occurrence (likelihood)
Description
A
Rare/improbable
The event may only occur in exceptional circumstances.
B
Unlikely/remote
The event may occur at some time (about once every five years).
C
Possible
The event is likely to occur at some time (about once every year).
D
Likely
The event will probably occur in most circumstances (at least once every six
months).
E
Almost certain
The event is expected to occur in most circumstances (at least once every
month).
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Table 3.2 Consequence Criteria
1
Consequence (impact)
Description
Insignificant/negligible
Short-term disturbance with minor environmental release or damage that is
non-reportable.
No impact outside site boundary.
No community complaints or media reports.
2
Minor violation of regulation or guideline with minimal damage to the
environment and small clean-up.
Minor/low
Immediately contained on site.
Local government action, minor community complaints.
Potential or actual breach of legislation.
3
Violation of regulation or guideline with moderate damage to the
environment and significant clean-up costs.
Moderate
Release of pollution off site.
Detrimental media reports, community concerns and complaints.
4
Significant environmental damage – potentially permanent.
Major
Release of pollution off site. Significant loss of environmental resources.
Detrimental media reports in the national or state media, organised
community concern.
High likelihood of EPA fine or court action.
5
Long-term environmental harm.
Catastrophic
Permanent irreparable damage to the environment.
Sustained detrimental state and national media reports. Sustained
community outrage.
Penalty Infringement Notice/court action.
A
B
Likelihood
C
D
E
Risk Severity
Consequence
1
Priority
2
High
3
Moderate
4
Low
5
Figure 3.1 Risk Rating
Table 3.3 Risk Severity
Risk severity
Management required
Priority
Immediate management action required.
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High
Priority management action warranted.
Moderate
Management action warranted.
Low
Management action should be considered, particularly for low-level impacts that
nevertheless occur on a continual basis.
The Environment Manager in consultation with the person(s) responsible for the activity will
determine how the risks can be successfully remedied to ensure sound environmental
management.
This may include updating the CEMP or associated documents (e.g. Daily Hazard Pre-start
Risk Assessments, Job Safety and Environmental Assessments, Work Method Statements
(WMS), Environmental Construction Method Statements (ECMS)) to cover any further
identified management measures and mitigation strategies.
Job Safety Environmental Analyses (JSEA) details the specific safety and environmental
risks and controls for each work area or specific construction activity for the Project
As part of the development of the PRIMP a risk assessment was undertaken to identify the
current top five risks associated with the project. A copy of the risk assessment is provided in
Appendix A.
The top five risks identified were:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Large spills i.e. diesel truck accident on/off site
Bitumen spills, site run-off
Concrete Works (i.e. wet curing entering waterways, concrete wash outs, etc.)
Storage of liquids (chemicals, fuel, hazardous materials)
Acid sulphate leachate
4. PRE-EMTIVE ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN
4.1. Preparedness
The key to effective prevention of incidents is risk assessment, procedure development,
monitoring and training. During construction activities, S2S’s inspections and preventive
actions include:

activity specific and daily risk assessments;

development of work procedures and construction method statements in
consultation with relevant S2S staff such as work teams, environment team
members and senior management;

daily inspections of active work sites;

completion of routine environmental checklists;

issue and quick close-out of non-compliance notices;

ongoing environmental training;

environmental audits of work sites, subcontractors and compliance issues;
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
community notification and construction updates;

Work Method Statements (WMS) and/ or Work Packs provide the structure for
documenting major areas of the work including risk and quality and align design
and constructability early in the process. The Work Packs draws together or
references other related documentation (including JSEAs and ECMS) to
demonstrate to all stakeholders that all relevant issues have been considered in
planning the works; and
Activities associated with potential or major environmental incidents are identified in the
respective management plans i.e. Soil and Water Management Sub Plan.
In addition the following specific measures will also be implemented to minimise the risk of an
incident occurring due to spillage, storage of hazardous materials or fire.
4.1.1.Large spills and leaks (chemicals, fuel, hazardous liquids)

Plan and implement works involving the use of chemicals, dangerous goods or
other potential contaminants, to minimise the possibility of pollution.

Use and store chemicals and dangerous goods strictly in accordance with
relevant legislation, manufacturer instructions and the MSDS.

Establish transport, handling, storage and application methods (with the relevant
method statement) to prevent chemical, fuel and lubricant spillage on or around
the site.

Keep adequate quantities of emergency response materials, such as oil spill kits,
absorbent materials, sand bags, flocculating agents and pH buffer solutions,
readily available and in designated compounds. Also keep oil-spill kits in
emergency response, superintendents’ and the Environmental Manager’s
vehicles and vehicles that carry substantial quantities of chemicals.

Provide temporary bunding for refuelling or maintenance of plant and equipment,
mixing cutting oil with bitumen or any other activity that could result in spilling a
chemical, fuel or lubricant (where the activity occurs in a location with direct
drainage to a waterway or environmentally sensitive area)..

Ensure chemical drums removed from bunded areas are not left unattended.

The major response to spills and leaks will involve containing the offending
material.

Where safe to do so, install containment measures such as sandbags, booms,
earth bunds or cut drains to capture and retain spilled material and prevent it from
leaving site, entering any watercourse or impacting on vegetation stands.
4.1.2.Bitumen spills, site run-off

When monitoring the progress of product transfer ensure that kettle levels are
observed and kettles are bunded to contain any spills

Ensure spill kits and emergency response equipment is available on site to
facilitate an immediate response to an incident and help ensure the safety of
public and property.

Ensure vehicles are not parked under tree drip line.

Stockpiled material not placed within 5 meters of trees.

Keep ignition sources 15 meters away from cutter and bitumen.

Bituminous products (i.e. primes, primer seals, seals, tack coat, etc.) not applied
if rain is likely.

Stationary vehicle driver operator to spot and guide the moving vehicle to the
refuelling position.
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Refuelling to be conducted at a minimum of 20 meters from any water course

To prevent truck roll over identify poor road shoulder conditions and mark as
hazards with cones, ensure truck is not overloaded, and tips slowly to allow
aggregate to run out tail gate and when loading and unloading plant ensure the
plant is parked on a level area

Ensure regular plant maintenance
4.1.3.Concrete Works (i.e. wet curing run-off entering waterway, concrete wash outs)

Designated concrete wash out bays to be provided and used for concrete work.

Concrete bays to be constructed to minimise ingress of rainfall and site run-off.

Concrete wash out bays to be maintained to ensure adequate capacity.

Concrete driver/operator to inducted into concrete washout locations.

Concrete surfaces to be protected prior to initial set where rainfall is likely.

Ensure spill kits and emergency response equipment is available on site to
facilitate an immediate response to an incident and help ensure the safety of
public and property.

Ensure vehicles are not parked under tree drip line.

Stockpiled material (concrete waste) not placed within 5 meters of trees.

Wet curing of bridge structures to be undertaken using minimal water volumes to
avoid run-off of excess water. Any areas of potential water run-off are bunded to
contain material for testing prior to discharge.

Refuelling to be conducted at a minimum of 20 meters from any water course

Ensure regular plant maintenance
4.1.4.Storage of liquids (chemicals, fuel, hazardous materials)

Bund and cover all liquid storage areas – ensure 120% of liquids stored can be
captured within the bund.

Ensure that storage areas are not within 20 m of a natural or built drainage line,
flood-prone areas or on slopes steeper than 1:10 or near vegetated areas.

Monitor and drain water captured in the bunded storage area (as required) after
each rain event to ensure bund capacity is maintained at all times.

Arrange appropriate treatment or removal if the water is not suitable for
discharge. Any water discharged from site must be prior approved through the
HEA Water Movement Permit (WMP) system. Contact Environment Staff for
WMP.

Ensure records are kept of water quality checks, discharges and any remedial
actions taken.

Ensure adequate ventilation of stored materials

Remove potential ignition sources from storage area (minimum 20m)

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS’s) to be maintained and readily available
4.1.5.Acid Sulphate Soils

Potential areas of acid sulphate soils to be identified in accordance with the
project specific Acid Sulphate Soil Management Sub Plan (ASSSP)
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
Establish bunded acid sulphate soil treatment areas in accordance with the
ASSSP (construction to minimise ingress of rainfall and site run-off)

Sample and test potential acid sulphate soils to determine pH and associated
liming rates for treatment (pH neutralisation)

Verification testing of treated acid sulphate soils for effective neutralisation

Monitor bund for signs of water build-up within bund or potential leachate. Treat
water within bund prior to discharge (in accordance with the Water Movement
Permit system).

Ensure ready availability of agricultural lime prior to exposure of acid sulphate
soils.

Storage of agricultural lime shall be elevated off the ground and covered to
ensure no rainfall run-off from stored agricultural lime.

MSDS to be readily available for stored agricultural lime (including provision of
appropriate personal protective equipment for safe handling).
4.2. Inventory of pollutants
4.2.1.Hazardous substances register
A Hazardous Substances Register has been developed for the project. This is being
maintained by the Safety Manager and will be made available to Emergency services as
required. The Hazardous Substances Register includes an indication of quantities stored on
the site. The first aid officer shall be notified of the location of the register and have ready
access if the need should arise.
4.2.2.Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
The Safety Manager will ensure that Material Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous
substances on the site’s Hazardous Substances register are available to Emergency Services
as required. The first aid officer shall ensure all relevant MSDS’s and the Register of
Hazardous Substances is available in the first aid rooms. An electronic Register will also be
available in the Oracle Applications Express data base.
4.2.3.Handling and storage of hazardous substances
Hazardous and dangerous substances (including all fuels, oils, lubricants and chemicals)
brought onto the worksite are only to be handled or stored within designated bunded areas to
ensure retention of any spills or leaks. Storage and bunding for areas for hazardous liquids is
to conform with AS1940 – Storage and Handling of Flammable Liquids and AS/NZS 4452 –
Storage and Handling of Toxic Substances. Storage of hazardous solids is to be in
accordance with the MSDS and where practicable is to be undercover within bunded areas.
Requirements associated with AS1940 and AS/NZ 4452 includes but is not limited to:
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Storage areas shall be secured against unauthorized entry.

A supply of water shall be available at a nearby location, for personal hygiene.

adequate ventilation shall be provided for all storage and handling areas

Packages shall not be kept near substances with which they are incompatible or
with which they may react dangerously.

Packages shall be kept away from sources of heat.

Packages shall be kept securely closed when not in use.

Packages shall be kept in such a manner as to avoid spillage.

Appropriate spillage-retention measures shall be provided at locations where
packages are likely to be opened or their contents transferred.

The contents of a package shall not be transferred to any other container for
storage, unless the latter is suitable for the storage of the toxic substance and is
clearly marked.

Appropriate control measures shall be instituted for any process involving product
transfer operations, e.g. decanting or filling.

Appropriate personal protective equipment shall be worn by any person involved
in product transfer operations.

any spills or leaks shall be cleaned up immediately, and disposed of appropriately
according to the standard
4.2.4.Waste handling and storage
Where waste is required to be handled and stored onsite prior to onsite reuse or offsite
recycling/disposal in accordance with the Waste Management Sub Plan and the following
measures apply:

spoil, topsoil and mulch are to be stockpiled onsite in allocated areas, where
appropriate, and mitigation measures for dust control and surface water
management will be implemented as per the Air Quality Dust Management Sub
Plan and the Soil & Water Management Sub Plan

Liquid wastes are to be stored in appropriate containers in bunded areas until
transported offsite. Bunded areas will have the capacity to hold 120% of the liquid
waste volume.

hazardous waste will be managed by appropriately qualified and licensed
contractors, in accordance with the requirements of the Environmentally
Hazardous Chemicals Act 1985 and the EPA waste disposal guidelines

all other recyclable or non-recyclable wastes are to be stored in appropriate
covered receptacles (e.g. bins or skips) in appropriate locations onsite and
contractors commissioned to regularly remove/empty the bins to approved
disposal or recycling

waste disposal sites are to be shown on site VMPs
4.2.5.Erosion and sediment
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Erosion and sediment shall be managed in accordance with the Soil and Water Management
Sub Plan (SWMSP) this includes but is not limited to the following:

maximise the diversion of clean stormwater run-off from entering disturbed work
areas

maximise the retention of stabilised areas (i.e. vegetated ground cover, existing
pavements, etc.) and existing drainage structures (i.e. retain kerb & gutter and
stormwater infrastructure where possible during construction)

re-stabilise disturbed work areas as soon as practicable

progressively construct works to ensure re-sealing of disturbed work surfaces (i.e.
smooth drum rolling), natural sheet flow run-off (i.e. avoid concentrated scouring
and/or unnecessary pooling)

staging of works to minimise area/period of disturbance and potential erosion

construct sediment basins to suit construction staging requirements to ensure
adequate capacity

maximise the diversion of stormwater run-off containing suspended solids to
sediment basins

where practicable, re-use captured stormwater

meet project water quality standards (as per EPL 13264) prior to release
o
pH between 6.5 & 8.5, and
o
TSS below 50mg/L, and;
o
no visible grease or oil

obtain an approved water movement permit prior to release

floats and other devices including hard (fail safe) controls used at the pump/pipe
inlet

adequate scour protection to be provided at the pump/pipe outlet

basin must be discharged within 5 days of the cessation of rainfall
All basins are designed to meet the 80th percentile (5 day) rainfall depth (mm) value taken
from the Newcastle area. This equates to 30.5mm for the 5 day rainfall event after which over
topping may occur. All basins must be treated to project water quality standards prior to
release.
A list of approved sediment basins and discharge locations can be found in Appendix B
4.2.6.Air quality
All air quality shall be managed in accordance with the air quality management sub plan
(AQMSP).
Precautions to minimise the generation of dust will include:

Spraying of earthworks, roads and other surfaces as necessary with water or
other suitable liquids,

Providing dust suppression equipment to any on-site materials batching plant,

Sealing of temporary haul roads,

Applying dust block or similar material to exposed surfaces so as to supress
possible generation of dust during periods of high winds.
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Compacting exposed surfaces in the event of high winds, and

Modification of operations during high or unfavourable wind conditions.
4.3. Safety equipment
The Safety Manager shall ensure that emergency equipment is available at each site, and
appropriately located and maintained in good working order.
Minimum emergency equipment at all sites is identified in Appendix C.
Consideration will also be given to the establishment of a set of emergency equipment
located centrally and available to all sites.
On some of the larger sites, there may also be an equipped first aid shed that can be utilized
in an emergency.
All S2S vehicles are also equipped with a Type C first aid kit as a minimum which is to be
kept fully maintained at all times.
Materials for handling environmental spills, etc. will include oil spill kits and sand bags,
together with other items as deemed to be appropriate.
Specialised equipment available for an emergency response will be maintained in a “fit for
purpose” state and in a readily available. Other equipment available for incident response
needs to be identified at each site, for example, specific construction vehicles and other
equipment types available on site. On call equipment will be obtained through hire
companies.
The Safety Manager, in consultation with the Environment Manager, shall maintain a list of
safety and environmental emergency response equipment held in the project store, ensure
the ongoing availability of an adequate stock of consumable equipment and ensure all
emergency equipment is being inspected, tested and maintained as necessary.
4.4. Contact details
Organisation
Name
Number/s
Other details
S2S Emergency Controller;
TBA by Construction
Manager in the event of an
Emergency
Chris Prowse
0418 228 640
Safety
Andrew Aylett
0417 944 096
Environment
Matt Quinn
0408 885 281
Traffic
Roads & Maritime Services
Interface Manager
Jason Laverty
0408 604 042
Project Alliance Director
Peter Chatburn
0418 233 905
Environmental Manager
Tracey Doczy
0411 952 658
Environmental & Community
Co-ordinator
Andrew Aylett
0417 944 096
or delegate to notify
relevant authorities in
the event of a ‘material
harm’
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Development Manager
Greg Fell
0417 436 418
NSW Police
000
NSW Fire Brigade
000
NSW Ambulance Service
000
Hospital
John Hunter Hospital
02 4921 4960
Rural Fire Services
000
SES
132 500
Poisons Information
131 126
EPA
Cameron Perry
EPA Pollution Line
Community liaison
Notify in the event of
‘material harm’
Address:
Lookout Road
New Lambton NSW
2305
4908 6808
131 555
NSW I&I (Fisheries)
Scott Carter
02 4916 3931
0419 185 508
Local contractor services (e.g.
waste collection, spill clean-up)
Thiess Services;
Richard Hepworth
0418 967 265
Jemena (Gas Utility)
Thomas Bourke
131 909
WorkCover
131 050
Public Health Unit
02 4924 6477
City of Newcastle
02 4974 2000
Hunter Water
1300 657 000
Notify in the event of
‘material harm’
Notify in the event of
‘material harm’
Notify in the event of
‘material harm’
4.5. Communicating with neighbours and the local community
Information prepared for distribution to the community will be tailored to the needs of the
target group and approved by the RMS before release. It may address progress, traffic
disruptions and controls, temporary detours, work outside normal hours and may be provided
as:

a community notice;

advertisements (e.g. progress updates, road closures, disruption to traffic);

newsletters;

brochures;

internet updates;

noticeboard information;

door nocking; or

A display/information area.
Key community groups along the upgrade include:

interest groups (environmental and commercial);

adjacent residential communities (e.g. Shortland and Sandgate);
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
Sandgate Cemetery; and

Hunter Wetland Centre Australia.
In the event of a pollution incident affected community members will be notified of any
measures they can undertake to minimise the risk of harm. This will be carried out by
emergency services or S2S personnel as relevant. Measures to minimise harm may include
but is not limited to the following:

shutting windows and doors;

remaining inside;

avoiding the use of water in creeks; and

evacuating if instructed by emergency services
4.6. Minimising harm to persons on the premises
In the event of an emergency that is likely to cause harm to persons the Emergency
Response Management Plan shall be followed. Document number HEA-PL-GL-ICR-001-0001.
4.7. Training of Emergency Response Personnel
The Project Manager, in consultation with the Safety Manager, Environmental Manager and
relevant Zone Manager, will determine the specific competencies required to respond to an
emergency situation on each site and the training required to achieve the level of expertise
required. Training needs for emergency response will conform to all PAA requirements
including any environmental emergency response training. An example of the kinds of
environmental incident response competencies (training requirements) required of key
personnel is provided at Table 4.7.
Training will be provided to:

provide (or refresh) specific skills such as emergency response drills,
evacuations, fire wardens, first aid, etc.;

enable the proficient use of specialised equipment;

ensure detailed familiarity with the provisions of this Plan and supporting
procedures;

ensure learnings from mock evacuation and other emergency management
exercises are communicated; and

ensure knowledge of legislative and statutory requirements.
All S2S personnel and subcontractors will also receive some training to ensure that they are
fully aware of their roles and responsibilities in the event of an emergency situation arising.
This training will generally be provided through 
Site Inductions o
provided to all employees & subcontractors prior to commencement on
site; and
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o

content includes basic emergency procedures and incident reporting.
Toolbox Meetings o
mainly covers safety issues but can be used as refresher training on
response procedures, dealing with the public, locations and use of
response equipment.
Specific training will also be provided to Emergency Response Teams to ensure their roles
and responsibilities in relation to construction site significant incidents / emergencies are
understood and they are fully trained in responding to construction site emergencies.
Table 4.7 Example of environmental incident response competencies
Training Requirement
Position
Incident
Response
Storage and
handling of
Chemicals
Oil Spill
Clean Up
Concrete Washdown
Dealing
with Media
Management
Alliance Project
Director
X
X
Project Manager
X
X
X
Safety Manager
X
X
X
Traffic Manager
X
Environment Manager
X
X
X
CEC
X
X
X
Emergency Response
Teams
X
X
X
Safety Coordinators
X
X
X
Environmental Officers
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
4.8. Testing Plans
Environmental response procedures may be tested in areas where a pollution risk is present,
such as in workshops. Personnel involved in emergency response activities will be provided
with specific training.
An up-to-date list of emergency response personnel and organisations will be maintained at
the main office and compounds. Testing of the plan will be undertaken every 12 months to
ensure that information in the plan is accurate and capable of being implemented effectively.
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5. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
The definition of a pollution incident is:
A pollution incident is an incident or set of circumstances during or as a consequence of
which there is or is likely to be a leak, spill or other escape or deposit of a substance, as a
result of which pollution has occurred, is occurring or is likely to occur. It includes an incident
or set of circumstances in which a substance has been placed or disposed of on premises,
but it does not include an incident or set of circumstances involving only the emission of any
noise.
5.1. Notification
The Environmental Manager will notify the EPA Regional Manager (and/or EPA Pollution Line
on 131 555) immediately (i.e. promptly and without delay) of pollution incidents which have
occurred in the course of the project’s activities, in the following circumstances (i.e. incident
which cause or threaten material harm):

If the actual or potential harm to the health or safety of human beings or
ecosystems is not minor.

If actual or potential loss or property damage (including clean-up costs)
associated with a pollution incident exceeds $10,000.
Pollution incidences that could constitute material harm include such things as:

sediment basin discharge that does not meet project water quality standards;

chemical spill into a waterway;

dust plume from construction area;

uncontrolled discharge of water from Potential Acid Sulphate (PASS) treatment
area that does not meet project water quality standards; and

Exposure of contaminated materials.
Furthermore, the following parties shall be notified;
1) Ministry of Health (via the local Public Health Unit (PHU)) - (02) 4924 6477
2) WorkCover - 13 10 50
3) Local Council
a. City of Newcastle (CoN) – (02) 4974 2000.
4) Fire and Rescue NSW - 000
Refer to Figure 5.1 for notification procedure flowchart.
Additionally the S2S’s RMS Interface Manager will be notified verbally within 2 hours and in
writing within 24 hours of any pollution incidents involving the EPA.
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All incidents shall be notified to RMS (i.e. Interface & Environment Manager) via the Alliance
incident reporting system (e.g. HSE reporting system) in accordance with RMS Incident
Management and Reporting Procedure (April 2012 or updated version) and Thiess HSE
system. All incidents shall be recorded within the S2S Monthly Environment Report.
Notification to the community will be conducted using methods outlined in Section 4.5.
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Notification Process
Team members are responsible for contacting
those persons in the boxes immediately below
Incident Occurs
Site Personnel
notify Foreman
Foreman /Superintendent
Environment Co-ordinator
to notify the following as
appropriate
for immediate assistance
Andrew Aylett 0417 944 096
Traffic
Community
Safety
Environment Manager or delegate
Matt Quinn
Andrew Aylett
Chris Prowse
Tracey Doczy
0408 885 281
0417 944 096
0418 228 640
0411 952 658
Potential or actual
affected community
Project Emergency Response
Team (determines if CMP need
to be activated)
Local Council
Fire and
Rescue
Ministry of
Health via
Public Health
unit
Refer to
CMP
Figure 5.1 Notification procedure flow chart
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WorkCover
EPA
5.2. Pollution Incident Response Procedures
The general procedure for all pollution events is shown in Figure 5.2. For specific incident
type flowcharts see:
-
Figure 5.3 for managing spills
Figure 5.4 for managing sediment control devices
Figure 5.5 for managing major spills
Incident occurs.
Contact the Foreman for the area.
Implement initial incident management procedures such
as contain the leak/spill, protect drainage lines etc.
Contact Environment Team
Contact Construction Manager or Superintendent if
Environment team members are not available.
Is the incident routine, significant or major?
Routine Incident (e.g. minor
hydraulic spill contained on the
formation)
Clean–up with onsite resources
Significant Incident (e.g. overclearing, spills that leave the site)
Major Incident (e.g. over-clearing
in EEC, spills that escape into
waterways)
Stop works and wait until Senior
Management attends site.
Implement containment strategies
as directed.
Stop works and wait until Senior
Management attends site.
Implement containment strategies
as directed.
EM notifies Client, EMR and
Regulatory Agencies as required.
EM notifies Client, EMR and
Regulatory Agencies as required.
Implement addition site management procedures as directed and complete HEA incident and
investigation report.
Figure 5.2 Emergency Response Procedures
The following flow charts relate to management procedures for spills, remediation of sediment
controls and major chemical spills in Figures 5.3, 5.4, and 5.5 respectively.
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PRIOR TO ANY ACTION, IDENTIFY MATERIALS
INVOLVED
& OBTAIN PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Action
Responsibilities
Comments
1
Stop further leak
Person causing/finding leak
If leak from oil drum, roll drum so that
leak area is uppermost. If leak from
pipe, close valve etc.
2
Inform supervisor
Supervisor/Person
Stop human and vehicular traffic and
isolate area.
3
Determine the site of theleak
4
Form barrier around leak/spill
Foreman / Superintendant
Use foam barrier material in kit. Use
soil/sand if kit not available.
5
Stop the spreading of leak
Foreman / Superintendant
Transfer fuel/oil from spill drum into
another drum etc.
6
Put barrier around drains/outlets
Foreman / Superintendant
Seal drain grates by putting sand bags
etc. around them.
7
Obtain oil spill kit *and apply oil
absorbent on spill
Foreman / Superintendant
Use “absorbent W” orequivalent.
8
Clean up/remove absorbent
material to bin **
Foreman / Superintendant
Use “Chem -Oil -A-Way” or equivalent
for clean-up of area. Use brush/pan
provided in kit .
9
Clean up hard surface by
excavating contaminatedsoil
Foreman / Superintendant
Stockpile contaminated material in
designated area
10
Clean up soft surface by
excavating contaminatedsoil
Foreman / Superintendant
Stockpile contaminated material in
designated area
11
Inform Environmental Manager
and fill in Incident Log Form
Environmental Manager
Record incident and review
procedures
Supervisor
For major leaks
notify superintendent. If spill has
escaped offsite/into creek/ring
Environmental Manager immediately
* oil spill kit available at both compounds
.
** bin located at Construction Compounds.
Figure 5.3 Environmental Management Procedures for Spills
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Action
Responsibilities
Comments
1.
Inform area supervisor of problem/
exact location and the magnitude.
Person causing/ discovering
the problem
Assess whether the problem can
be promptly rectified.
2.
If uncontrollable, notify sediment
control crews.
Foremen/superintendents
State the magnitude of the
problem and the materials
required.
.
Divert flow away from existing
waterways.
Foremen/superintendents and
available machinery
Stop vehicular traffic and
construct an earth bund or
diversion drain.
4.
Form a barrier around the affected
area. Establish emergency berm
(earth or sandbags) to trap sediment
or reduce flow.
Emergency response unit
-
5.
Work on the restoration of original
control device.
Foremen/superintendents/
Operators
Stem the flow and replace
damaged control device.
6.
Assess impact and devise remedial
action for affected waterway and
embankment.
Environmental Manager
Proceed with water quality
monitoring.
7.
Apply buffering solutions/agents if
required.
Emergency response unit
Monitor effects of this application
8.
Clean away sediment build-up
deposits before leaving area.
Foremen/superintendents
/Operators
Use available machinery.
9.
Record all stages of event on
Environmental Incident Report form
and investigate causes.
Environmental Manager/
Foremen/superintendents
Witness accounts/ photographs/
monitoring results
10.
Review remedial actions and find out
if response process can be improved.
Environmental Manager/
Foremen/Superintendents
Initiate change in the process if
required.
11.
Review incident to determine if
environmental system failure.
Improve system if required.
Environmental Manager/
Foremen/superintendents
Initiate change in system if
required.
Figure 5.4 Procedures for the Remediation of Sediment Control Devices
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In the event of a major chemical spill or exposure, the following procedure should be implemented:

Safety first
STOP WORK IN THE SPILL AREA; AND
EVACUATE THE AREA IF NECESSARY;

Notify the Environment Co-ordinator and Superintendent;

Notify the relevant emergency services - Dial 000 and provide as much detail as possible including

o
location of emergency,
o
nature and size of spill,
o
UN numbers and/or chemicals involved;
Control the Spill
ATTEMPT TO CONTROL THE SPILL OR EXPOSURE IF
IT IS SAFE TO DO SO,
e.g. SHUTTING OFF VALVES ETC;
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONTROL THE SPILL IF IT IS NOT SAFE TO DO
SO!!!!

If chemical spill enters or is likely to enter a watercourse, contact Waterways Authority and the EPA to
engage a clean-up crew to attend the site;

Environment Co-ordinator to ensure appropriate internal S2S management are notified;

Environment Manager (or delegate) to ensure appropriate external environment authorities are notified;

Environment Manager to ensure that the appropriate investigation and reporting processes are put in
place.
Figure 5.5 Responses to Major Chemical Spill or Exposure
5.3. Clean Up
In the event of a pollution incident clean up actions will be established this may involve the
removal of used spill kits and disposal in appropriate bins, the removal of sediment. If a
pollution incident occurs resulting in material harm the clean-up process will be managed by
appropriately qualified and licensed contractors as necessary (e.g. liquid wastes/ asbestos
waste) and in accordance with the requirements of the EPA waste disposal guidelines.
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APPENDIX A – ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS AND IMPACTS RISK
ASSESSMENT
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Table A-1: Summary of environmental aspects and impacts
Risk (pre-control)
Category
Environmental general
Activities/ hazard
Culture
Impact/risk description
Poor environmental culture leading to
increased environmental incidents
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
4 - Major
D - Unlikely
Medium
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
Construction Environmental Management Plan
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
Soil and Water Management Sub Plan
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
Historical Heritage Management Sub Plan
Indigenous Heritage Management Sub Plan
Waste Management and Re-Use Sub Plan
Hazard and Risk Management Sub Plan
Flora and Fauna Management Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Performance
Poor non-conformance systems
3 - Moderate
D - Unlikely
Medium
Construction Environmental Management Plan
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
Soil and Water Management Sub Plan
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
Historical Heritage Management Sub Plan
Indigenous Heritage Management Sub Plan
Waste Management and Re-Use Sub Plan
Hazard and Risk Management Sub Plan
Flora and Fauna Management Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Performance
Issues not actioned
4 - Major
C - Possible
High
Construction Environmental Management Plan
Performance
Issues are not identified
4 - Major
D - Unlikely
Medium
Construction Environmental Management Plan
Performance
Poor relationships with relevant
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Environmental Management Plan
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Risk (pre-control)
Category
Activities/ hazard
Impact/risk description
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
Government Agencies and Councils.
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
Soil and Water Management Sub Plan
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
Historical Heritage Management Sub Plan
Indigenous Heritage Management Sub Plan
Waste Management and Re-Use Sub Plan
Hazard and Risk Management Sub Plan
Flora and Fauna Management Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Design Management Plan
Performance
Breach of Environmental Protection
Licence
4 - Major
C - Possible
High
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
Soil and Water Management Sub Plan
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
Performance
Noise and
vibration
Working hour conditions not complied
with.
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Environmental Management Plan
Performance
Failure to comply with applicable
legislation.
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Environmental Management Plan
General
Exceedance (complaint) of construction
noise limits within approved working
hours
2 - Minor
B - Likely
Medium
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
General
Structural damage due to vibration
(Sandgate Cemetery)
4 - Major
C - Possible
High
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
General
Inadequate consideration of noise
impacts from construction traffic
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
Piling
Noise impacts on sensitive receivers
during construction
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
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Risk (pre-control)
Category
Aboriginal cultural
heritage
Historical heritage
Activities/ hazard
Impact/risk description
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
General
Generating complaints due to out of hours
work activities
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
Notifications
Failure to notify local community of noisy
works resulting in complaints
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Environmental Management Plan
Disturbance / destruction of unidentified
Aboriginal objects and places
3 - Moderate
D - Unlikely
Medium
Indigenous Heritage Management Sub Plan
Poor relationships with Aboriginal
communities
3 - Moderate
D - Unlikely
Medium
Indigenous Heritage Management Sub Plan
Failure to notify appropriate authorities in
case of unidentified Aboriginal relics
disturbance
3 - Moderate
E - Rare
Medium
Indigenous Heritage Management Sub Plan
Disturbance / destruction of identified
historical heritage objects and places
(Sandgate Cemetery)
3 - Moderate
Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan
Vegetation clearing.
Removal, stockpiling and
re-spreading of soil.
Site establishment - site
compounds, access points
and access routes.
.
Adjustments of existing
public utilities.
Site re-vegetation.
Vegetation clearing.
Removal, stockpiling and
re-spreading of soil.
Site establishment - site
compounds, access points
and access routes.
Construction Environmental Management Plan
C - Possible
Medium
Adjustments of existing
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Historical Heritage Management Sub Plan
Risk (pre-control)
Category
Activities/ hazard
Impact/risk description
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
Disturbance / destruction of unidentified
historical heritage objects and places
2 - Minor
D - Unlikely
Low
Historical Heritage Management Sub Plan
Failure to notify appropriate authorities in
case of historical heritage relics
disturbance
2 - Minor
D - Unlikely
Low
Historical Heritage Management Sub Plan
Structural damage to historical heritage
items (Sandgate Cemetery)
3 - Moderate
Inadequate protection of identified
historical heritage sites (Sandgate
Cemetery)
2 - Minor
D - Unlikely
Low
Historical Heritage Management Sub Plan
Impacts on adjacent properties from dust
and emissions from heavy construction
machinery & traffic
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
Reduced visibility / safety due to dust in
air
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
Poor stockpile management
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
public utilities.
Site re-vegetation.
Air quality
Vegetation clearing.
Removal, stockpiling and
re-spreading of soil.
Site establishment - site
compounds, access points
and access routes.
Adjustments of existing
public utilities.
Site re-vegetation. Plant
and equipment
maintenance.
Construction Environmental Management Plan
C - Possible
Medium
Historical Heritage Management Sub Plan
Noise & Vibration Management Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
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Risk (pre-control)
Category
Activities/ hazard
Impact/risk description
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
Landscape Management Plan
Flora and fauna
Vegetation clearing
Site establishment - site
compounds, access points
and access routes.
Removal, stockpiling and
re-spreading of soil.
Health impacts (i.e. breathing or eye
irritation) if elevated levels persist.
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Safety Management Plan
Inadequate dust suppression measures
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
Poor maintenance of plant / equipment
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Construction Air Quality Management Sub Plan
Clearing, removal and disturbance of
threatened species or populations
including riparian vegetation outside of
approval. i.e. access tracks/ ancillary
sites.
4 - Major
C - Possible
High
Flora & Fauna Management Sub Plan
Damage to vegetation or areas outside of
designated construction sites and work
compounds.
4 - Major
C - Possible
High
Flora & Fauna Management Sub Plan
Sediments illegally entering waterways.
4 - Major
B - Likely
High
Flora & Fauna Management Sub Plan
Death of animals during clearing.
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Flora & Fauna Management Sub Plan
Loss and degradation of fauna habitat.
2 - Minor
B - Likely
Medium
Flora & Fauna Management Sub Plan
Temporary blockage of fish passage
during construction.
3 - Moderate
D - Unlikely
Medium
Flora & Fauna Management Sub Plan
Encounter of unidentified threatened
flora/fauna.
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Soil and Water Management Plan
Spreading of Chytrid fungus off site.
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Green and Golden Bell Frog Management Sub Plan
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
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Risk (pre-control)
Category
Activities/ hazard
Site re-vegetation
Impact/risk description
Introduction and spreading of noxious
weeds and feral fauna species.
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
Flora & Fauna Management Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Waste
Vegetation clearing.
Adjustments of existing
public utilities.
Removal, stockpiling and
re-spreading of soil.
Operation of site
compound.
Plant and equipment
maintenance.
Vehicle wash down.
Concreting activities.
.
Site re-vegetation.
Poor soil preparation for re-vegetation \
failure
4 - Major
Excess generation of waste during
construction activities including building
materials, excess unsuitable spoil
material, vegetation material.
4 - Major
Inappropriate management and storage of
waste
3 - Moderate
Inappropriate disposal of waste
3 - Moderate
B - Likely
High
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
B - Likely
High
Waste Management & Re-Use Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
D - Unlikely
Medium
Waste Management & Re-Use Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
D - Unlikely
Medium
Waste Management & Re-Use Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Failure to adopt waste hierarchy
2 - Minor
D - Unlikely
Low
Waste Management & Re-Use Sub Plan
Construction Framework Environmental Management Plan
Non-compliance with legislation
2 - Minor
D - Unlikely
Low
Construction Environmental Management Plan
Waste Management & Re-Use Sub Plan
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Risk (pre-control)
Category
Soil and water
Activities/ hazard
Vegetation clearing.
Removal, stockpiling and
re-spreading of soil.
Site establishment - site
compounds, access points
and access routes.
Adjustments of existing
public utilities.
Impact/risk description
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
Inappropriate spill and spill absorbent
material management
2 - Minor
D - Unlikely
Low
Erosion and subsequent sedimentation
leading to water contamination and fish
kills.
3 - Moderate
Inadequate management of Potential Acid
Sulphate Soils leading to water and soil
pollution.
4 - Major
C - Possible
High
Acid Sulphate Soils Management Sub Plan
Inadequate provision of bunding leading
to soil and water pollution
3 - Moderate
B - Likely
High
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Unauthorised release of water particularly
during heavy rain events.
3 - Moderate
B - Likely
High
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Inadequate management of contaminated
soils leading to water, soil and air
pollution.
2 - Minor
D - Unlikely
Low
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Water, soil and air pollution from
inappropriate disposal of contaminated
soils, surface water and/or groundwater.
2 - Minor
D - Unlikely
Low
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Slow progressive re-vegetation leading to
erosion.
3 - Moderate
B - Likely
High
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Soil and Water Management Sub Plan
Hazard and Risk Management Sub Plan
B - Likely
High
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Spoil management Sub Plan
Hazard & Risk Management Sub Plan
Operation of site
compound.
Landscape Management Plan
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Risk (pre-control)
Category
Activities/ hazard
Impact/risk description
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
Poor construction works staging leading
to erosion and sedimentation.
4 - Major
C - Possible
High
Failure to separate clean and dirty water
on site leading to water pollution.
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Use of incorrect / ineffective flocculants
leading to water pollution.
3 - Moderate
B - Likely
High
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Potential disposal of contaminated
groundwater from excavation works.
3 - Moderate
D - Unlikely
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Mud tracking
2 - Minor
A - Almost
Certain
High
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Construction Environmental Management Plan
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Inadequate water resources
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Management of erosion
and sedimentation
controls.
Inadequate ESC resources leading to
poor management of erosion and
sedimentation controls.
3 - Moderate
D - Unlikely
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Plant and equipment
maintenance.
Failure of plant / equipment leading to soil
and water pollution
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Vehicle wash down.
Handling, storage and
disposal of hazardous
materials.
Accidental spills and leaks of oils,
lubricants, fuels, chemicals, herbicides or
other pollutants onsite or into nearby
watercourses.
2 - Minor
C - Possible
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Sediment basin
construction
Slow sediment basin installation.
3 - Moderate
D - Unlikely
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Insufficient clearing footprint to allow
basin construction
4 - Major
B - Likely
High
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Poor design and location of sediment
3 - Moderate
C - Possible
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Waste Management & Re-Use Sub Plan
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Risk (pre-control)
Category
Activities/ hazard
Impact/risk description
Risk impact
Risk likelihood
Risk category
Reference to sub plan where required
mitigation measures are documented
basins.
Concreting activities.
Concrete wastes and washing out
concrete mixers as well as slurry from
saw cutting impacting upon adjacent
water quality.
3 - Moderate
D - Unlikely
Medium
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Topsoils storage locations
and management
Insufficient space for storage of topsoil
4 - Major
A - Almost
Certain
Extreme
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
B - Likely
High
Poor vegetation establishment due to
dispersive/sodic soils
3 - Moderate
Insufficient space for sediment basin
installation
3 - Moderate
Spoil Management Sub Plan
Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
Landscape Management Plan
B - Likely
High
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Soil & Water Management Sub Plan
APPENDIX B – MINIMUM SAFTEY EQUIPMENT ON SITE
33
The following minimum emergency equipment will be available

50 x Clean up Fuel / Oil Absorbent Spill Pads;

3 x Clean up Fuel / Oil Absorbent Water Booms;

9 kg Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguishers (number depends on site)
The following minimum emergency equipment will be available at the main compound

Fully equipped First Aid Room including 1 x “A” Standard First Aid Kit (fixed)

1 x “A” Standard First Aid Kit (portable);

1 x “B” Standard First Aid Kit (portable);

Automatic Defibrillator Equipment (portable)

9kg Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguishers
The following minimum emergency equipment will be available at each compound kitchen

1 x “B” Standard First Aid Kit

9kg Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher

1 x Fire Blanket
The following minimum emergency equipment will be available at each crib room

9kg Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher

1 x Fire Blanket
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APPENDIX C – APPROVED PROJECT SEDIMENT BASINS
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Basin Name
Location Description
SB3.10E
Eastern side of Cut 1 at chainage 3100
SB3.58W
Western side of Fill 2 at chainage 3910
SB3.91W
Western side of Fill 1 at chainage 3581
SB4.45W
Western side of Fill 3 at chainage 4450
Comment
Permanent basin. Not yet
constructed.
Permanent and construction
basin. Under construction
Permanent and construction
basin. Under construction
Permanent basin. Not yet
constructed.
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APPENDIX D – POLLUTION INCIDENT NOTIFICATION FORM
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