Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan

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1 Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan Document Number Project: M4 East Design and Construct Contract Number: Document Number: Revision Date: 6 December 2017 Document Approval Rev Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Remarks A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC DP&E Submitted to SMC to satisfy SWTC App. C.1 4(d) requirement B 7/12/2015 CSJ Agencies Final draft for agency consultation 0 19/02/2016 CSJ EMM Endorsement by Project Ecologist 1 21/03/2016 CSJ WCXM4 Co DP&E Revised to address DP&E comments 2 05/05/2016 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Minor updates to address WCXM4 Co comments 3 20/07/2016 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Updates to Annexure E to include additional ancillary facilities 4 06/12/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Administrative changes

2 Table of Contents Glossary of terms Introduction Context Environmental management system overview Objectives and targets Training Consultation on this plan Project ecologist Legal and other requirements Legislation Guidelines and relevant documents Conditions of Approval Revised environmental management measures Roads & Maritime Specification D&C G Environmental aspects and impacts Existing environment Environmental aspects and impacts Vegetation, fauna and habitat management Flora and fauna constraints maps Timing of habitat management measures Pre-clearance Flagging guidelines Pre-clearing surveys Clearing and grubbing Tree definition Fauna recovery Pre-clearing inspection Single-stage clearing Two-stage clearing Vegetation management Landscaping and habitat rehabilitation Consolidated environmental safeguards Review and improvement Monitoring and reporting Non-conformance management, corrective and preventative action Complaints Revision of this plan Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 2 of 39

3 TABLES Table 1 Proposed project targets for the management of flora and fauna... 8 Table 2 Conditions of Approval that address flora and fauna management Table 3 Table 4 Revised environmental management measures from M4 East Submissions Report relevant to flora and fauna Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36 requirements specific to flora and fauna management Table 5 Threatened flora within the biodiversity study area Table 6 Threatened fauna within the biodiversity study area Table 7 Potential impacts to flora and fauna Table 8 Summary of habitat management measures Table 9 Vegetation monitoring and maintenance program Table 10 Project controls for the management of flora and fauna during construction Table 11 Monitoring requirements relevant to the management of flora and fauna FIGURES Figure 1 M4 East CEMP framework... 7 ANNEXURES Annexure A Vegetation Clearance Procedure Annexure B Fauna Spotter and Catcher Procedure Annexure C Unexpected Species Finds Procedure Annexure D Weed Management Procedure Annexure E Flora and fauna constraints map Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 3 of 39

4 Glossary of terms Term / acronym Asset Trustee CEMP CoA Construction Area Construction Area Plan (CAP) CSJ D&C Deed DP&E DPI ECM EIS EM EMM EMS Environmental aspect Environmental impact Definition The Asset Trustee has been engaged by Roads and Maritime Services to deliver the M4 East project that is part of the WestConnex Project that is being delivered by Sydney Motorway Corporation. The Asset Trustee has in turn, engaged the Contractor, CSJ to design and construct the M4 East project. Construction Environmental Management Plan Condition of Approval A separable portion of work that is identified early in construction planning to help drive early definition of construction methodology and alignment of design activities. Work Areas should be listed in the overall construction methodology. The planning document for a work area is called a Construction Area Plan The main document prepared during the construction planning for that work area. Includes construction methodology, risk assessment, constructability reviews and Work Pack listing CPB Contractors Samsung John Holland joint venture; a consortium comprising CPB Contractors, Samsung C&T Corporation and John Holland (Contractor) CSJ has been engaged by the Project Company (Asset Trustee) to design and construct the M4 East Project Design and Construct As appropriate to the defined scope of the WestConnex M4 East D&C Deed Department of Planning and Environment NSW Department of Primary Industries Environmental Constraints Map consolidation of environmental and socially sensitive areas, sites or places shown on a series of map-based sheets that extend the length of the site, used to assist with the planning and management of Work Under the deed. Environmental Impact Statement Environment and Sustainability Manager Environmental management measures (proposed in the Environmental Impact Assessment) Environmental management system Element of an organisation s activities, products or services that can interact with the environment Any change to the environment, whether adverse or beneficial, wholly or partially resulting from an organisation s activities, products or services. EP&A Act Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 EPA EPBC Act EPL ER EWMS FFMP NSW Environment Protection Authority Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Commonwealth) Environment protection licence Environmental Representative Environmental Work Method Statement a component of the environmental management system that addresses environmental management issues relevant to a specific site and/or activity Flora and Fauna Management Plan, this plan FM Act Fisheries Management Act 1994 IC Infrastructure Approval NOW Independent Certifier APP Corporation Pty Ltd Approval under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 for SSI 6307 signed by the Minister for Planning on 11 February NSW Office of Water, now called NSW Department of Primary Industries Water (DPI (Water)) NPW Act National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 NV Act Native Vegetation Act 2003 Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 4 of 39

5 Term / acronym Definition NW Act Noxious Weeds Act 1993 OEH NSW Office of Environment and Heritage POEO Act Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 Project REMM Roads and Maritime, RMS Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36 Site Environmental Plan (SEP) SSI SWMP Synergy WestConnex M4 East Project Revised environmental management measure (from the Submissions Report) Roads and Maritime Services Roads and Maritime has engaged the Asset Trustee to deliver the M4 East project. Roads and Maritime Services Specification Design & Construct G36 Environmental Protection A3 plans that provide a visual display (on a GIS aerial map) of environmental constraints, physical protection measures and other key management measures to minimise impacts from construction activities on the environment and community. Erosion and sediment controls measures will also be displayed on the SEP. The reverse side of the A3 plan identifies key controls specific to the construction area. State significant infrastructure Soil and Water Management Plan Synergy is a safety and environmental reporting application and consists of the following modules: SHE Management events including: incidents, near hits, report only, hazards, stakeholder contacts, regulatory visits, drug and alcohol positive tests Metrics work hours, number of people, environmental data such as materials, water, energy and wastes, etc. Campaigns can be tailored to drive specific lead indicators. Compliance general applicability, typically used to track conditions and aid in reporting Actions Assign and track actions. TSC Act Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 WCX Work Pack (WP) Work Procedure WestConnex Assembly of documents that contain relevant information for the field delivery team to undertake a specific package of works. Inputs include safety, environment, design, temporary works, project control, approvals/permits and community notices. A document that provides a detailed step-by-step description for how work activities will be carried out. May document Risks & Controls associated with each step Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 5 of 39

6 1 Introduction 1.1 Context This Flora and Fauna Management Sub Plan (FFMP) forms part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) developed for the construction of the WestConnex M4 East Project (project). This FFMP describes how the CPB Samsung John Holland Joint Venture (CSJ) will protect and manage flora and fauna during construction of the project. The M4 East project is a component of the WestConnex scheme, a NSW Government initiative to connect Sydney s west and south-west with the Sydney Airport and the Port Botany precinct. The Proponent for the project is Roads and Maritime Services (Roads and Maritime) and the Project Company (Asset Trustee) is delivering the project. Asset Trustee has engaged CSJ (the Contractor) to design and construct the project. The project includes the widening of the existing M4 between Homebush Bay Drive and Underwood Road. Two new three-lane tunnels of approximately 5.5 km will extend from west of Pomeroy Street, Homebush to Alt Street at Haberfield. Interchanges or ramps will be upgraded or installed to allow access to/from the tunnel at the following locations: Homebush Bay Drive, Concord Road, Wattle Street and Parramatta Road at Ashfield/Haberfield. Tunnel ventilation facilities will be installed within the existing M4 road reserve near Underwood Road and Homebush and at the corner of Parramatta Road and Wattle Street at Haberfield. A fresh air supply facility and operational ancillary facilities will be installed at Cintra Park. Associated road works, particularly at Parramatta Road to the M4 at Powells Creek and modification of the intersection of the existing M4 and Parramatta Road will also be undertaken as part of the works. A more detailed project description is included in Section 2.1 of the CEMP. The project is described and assessed in detail in the M4 East Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) (AECOM GHD, September 2015). Submissions received on the EIS were then considered in the M4 East Submissions Report (AECOM GHD, December 2015). The project was approved on 11 February 2016 with Minister s Conditions of Approval (CoA). This FFMP has been prepared to address applicable legislation, the relevant CoA, particularly CoA D57(d), and the revised environmental management measures (REMMs) listed in the M4 East Submissions Report. 1.2 Environmental management system overview The overall environmental management system (EMS) for the project is described in the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP). This FFMP is part of the environmental management framework for the project, as described in Section 4 of the CEMP. Figure 1 shows the CEMP framework for the project. Refer to Section 4.1 of the CEMP for an overview of the M4 East project management plan (PMP) framework. Management measures identified in this plan will be incorporated into the management of environmental impacts through a variety of measures including, but not limited to, site or activity specific environmental work method statements (EWMS), the relevant construction area plan (CAP) or work pack (WP), site environmental plans (SEPs) or training and awareness activities. Where each management measure is best captured is identified in Table 10. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 6 of 39

7 Figure 1 M4 East CEMP framework Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 7 of 39

8 1.3 Objectives and targets The primary objective of the FFMP is to ensure that impacts to flora and fauna are minimised and are within the scope permitted by the Infrastructure Approval. The FFMP will address the management of all flora and fauna, including aquatic and riparian habitats, during construction of the project. Key flora and fauna management objectives for the project are: To ensure impacts to flora, fauna and habitat features only occur within the approved areas of clearing; To minimise removal of vegetation within the approved areas of clearing; Consider the welfare of fauna potentially affected during clearing; To rehabilitate cleared areas in order to reinstate habitat areas and promote connectivity, where possible; To determine appropriate flora species for rehabilitation; To manage weeds in the project area; To encourage the recovery and reuse of existing natural resources (i.e. cleared vegetation, bush rock, topsoil, leaf litter) and to reduce material disposal offsite; Determine the nature and extent of the replanting required to maintain habitat; To provide a clear description of pre-clearing methods; To minimise and mitigate potential impacts on riparian zones during the construction phase; Avoid impacts on threatened species, populations and ecological communities; and To describe monitoring and reporting strategies to monitor impacts on flora and fauna and assess the effectiveness of any mitigation measures during construction. To achieve these objectives, targets have been proposed by CSJ for the management of flora and fauna impacts during the project and are listed in Table 1. Table 1 Proposed project targets for the management of flora and fauna Metric / measure Target Timeframe Accountability Documentation/ reporting Number of native fauna injured as a result of procedures not being adhered to Zero At all times Construction Project Managers Fauna Spotter Catcher procedure Area of land cleared or disturbed outside authorisation (m 2 ) Zero At all times Construction Project Managers Monitoring records Site Environmental Plans Environmental Representative Stop Work Recommendations Zero At all times Construction Project Manager ER reports Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 8 of 39

9 1.4 Training All personnel, including employees, contractors and sub-contractors, are required to complete a project induction containing relevant environmental information before they are authorised to work on the project. Flora and fauna specific information to be covered in the project induction will include: Obligations under the project Conditions of Approval (including FFMP) including vegetation clearing practices to minimise impacts on species, including threatened species, at the site; Responsibilities pertaining to the protection of flora and fauna under the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1997, the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Commonwealth) and the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974; Responsibilities under the other relevant legislation outlined in Section 2.1 of this plan; Procedures and project limitations for vegetation clearance and habitat removal; Response procedures in the event of an unexpected threatened species find; and Incident response procedures. Project training is identified, implemented and recorded in accordance with Section 5 of the CEMP. CSJ will provide information (e.g. project inductions, toolbox talks on appropriate environmental risks or management measures) so that project personnel can competently perform their duties and meet environmental obligations. Toolbox / pre-start talks are to include limits of clearing, clearing procedures, weed identification and control measures and fauna handling protocols where relevant. Records of all training activities, including inductions, will be maintained. Records will include the name and role of the attendee, the name of the course and, where applicable, reference to the document controlled version of the material presented, and a copy of the assessment completed. 1.5 Consultation on this plan This final draft FFMP was provided to the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) and has been endorsed by a qualified and experienced ecologist as required by Condition of Approval D57(d). Additionally, the plan was provided to Department of Primary Industries Water (DPI Water) and the following councils: Ashfield (now Inner West Council), Auburn (now Cumberland Council), Burwood, Canada Bay and Strathfield. Consultation requirements are described in Table 3 of the CEMP. Initial concerns from OEH regarding the assessment methodology for Wallangarra White Gum, a planting and non-indigenous species in Reg Coady Reserve have been closed, as the assessment undertaken for the M4 East EIS was in accordance with the requirements of the Secretary s Environmental Assessment Requirements. Comments received from DPI Water focussed primarily on riparian land and have been addressed where appropriate. A separate document Consultation for the M4 East CEMP and sub-plans has been prepared to document the consultation process and was provided to the Department of Planning and Environment as evidence of consultation on the environmental management plans. 1.6 Project ecologist EMM Consulting (EMM) has been engaged to provide ecological services for the M4 East project. EMM is a planning and environmental consultancy with a focus on a number of technical specialties included ecology. The EMM ecology team consists of qualified and experienced ecologists and specialises in the assessment, management and monitoring of terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna. EMM has provided support to the WestConnex M4 Widening project, located to the immediate west of the M4 East project. Katie Whiting is the WestConnex M4 East Ecologist with over 10 years experience in pre-clearance surveys, fauna handing and relocation, ecological and environmental assessment. She has a broad range of experience in infrastructure projects within Sydney s urban environment and provides practical on-site biodiversity management assistance to construction teams. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 9 of 39

10 Katie s expertise includes the survey of microchiropteran bats, notably the identification and analysis of ultrasonic bat call signatures. Katie is an OEH accredited BioBanking Assessor and is well-respected for her peer review services and expert witness services. Dilys Zhang will assist Katie with project requirements. Dilys is an experienced ecologist and fauna handler. She has substantial on the ground experience in on-site investigations and pre-clearing works within Sydney s urban environment. Katie and Dilys will support the project team with technical advice and will support the following activities as required: inspections, pre-clearing surveys, clearing and grubbing plans, monitoring vegetation clearing, and relocation of fauna. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 10 of 39

11 2 Legal and other requirements 2.1 Legislation Legislation relevant to flora and fauna management for this project includes: Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EP&A Act); National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 (NPW Act); Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 (TSC Act); Fisheries Management Act 1994 (FM Act); Noxious Weeds Act 1993 (NW Act); Native Vegetation Act 2003 (NV Act); Pesticides Act 1999; Animal Research Act 1985; and Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Commonwealth) (EPBC Act). Relevant provisions of the above legislation are explained in the register of legal and other requirements included in Annexure B Environmental Obligations Register of the CEMP. 2.2 Guidelines and relevant documents The key guidelines, specifications and policy documents relevant to this FFMP include: Roads and Maritime Services Specification Design & Construct G36 Environmental Protection (Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36); Roads and Maritime QA Specification G40 Clearing and Grubbing; Roads and Maritime QA Specification G38 Soil and Water Management; Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines: Protecting and Managing Biodiversity on RMS Projects (September 2011); Roads and Maritime Environmental Guidelines Integrated Vegetation Management Guide (EP-03.1); Roads and Maritime Environmental Guidelines Using Herbicides to Control Weeds (EP-03); Roads and Maritime Environmental Fact Sheets: 19 Vegetation Management (RFS-EFS-19); 14 Construction Near Trees (EFS-14); 20 Environmental Incident Management (EFS-20); 03 Spill Management and Response (EFS-03); Roads and Maritime Erosion and Sediment Management Procedure (PN 143P); Australian Standard AS 4373 Pruning of Amenity Trees; Australian Standard Protection of Trees; NSW Department of Primary Industries, Why Do Fish Need to Cross the Road? Fish Passage Requirements for Waterway Crossings, Fairfull and Witheridge, 2003; and Fishnote Policy and Guidelines for Fish Friendly Waterway Crossings November Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 11 of 39

12 2.3 Conditions of Approval Conditions of Approval (CoA) have been issued by the Department of Planning and Environment (DP&E) for the M4 East project. CoA that relate to flora and fauna management are provided in Table 2. A cross reference is included to indicate where each condition is addressed in this FFMP or other project management documents. Table 2 Conditions of Approval that address flora and fauna management No. Condition of Approval Reference A15 A16 A17 The Proponent must notify the EPA in relation to any pollution incident in carrying out the SSI as required by the Protection of the Environment Operations Act The Proponent must provide the Secretary with a record of any such notification. The Proponent must notify the Secretary (using the contact name and phone number notified by the Department from time to time) of any incident (other than those relating to the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997) with actual, or potential, significant off-site impacts on people or the biophysical environment immediately of becoming aware of the incident on weekdays, or the following business day on weekends, public holidays and site shutdown. The Proponent must provide full written details of the incident to the Secretary within seven days of the date on which the incident occurred. The Proponent must meet the requirements of the Secretary or relevant public authority (as determined by the Secretary) to address the cause or impact of any incident, as it relates to this approval. Incident management, including notification of the EPA is summarised in Section 7 of the CEMP Incident management, including notification of the Secretary, is summarised in Section 7 of the CEMP As part of any incident investigations, CSJ will meet the requirements of the Secretary or relevant public authority to address the cause or impact of any incident. This is addressed in Section 7 of the CEMP. B11. All activities taking place in, on or under waterfront land, as defined in the Water Management Act 2000 should be conducted generally in accordance with the Guidelines for Controlled Activities on Waterfront Land (DPI, 2012). B12. Watercourse crossings, including temporary work platforms, waterway crossings and/or coffer dams, and where feasible and reasonable, must be consistent with the NSW Guidelines for Controlled Activities Watercourse Crossings (DPI, 2012), Why do Fish Need to Cross the Road? Fish Passage Requirements for Waterway Crossings (Fairfull and Witheridge 2003), Policy and Guidelines for Fish Friendly Waterway Crossings (NSW Fisheries, February 2004) and Policy and Guidelines for Fish Habitat Conservation and Management (DPI Fisheries, 2013). Where multiple cell culverts are proposed for crossings of fish habitat streams, at least one cell must be provided for fish passage, with an invert or bed level that mimics watercourse flows. Section 5 FF7, FF8, FF30 Also refer to the Soil and Water Management Plan Section 5 FF7 Also refer to the Soil and Water Management Plan Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 12 of 39

13 No. Condition of Approval Reference B47. The SSI must be designed to retain as many trees as possible. Where trees are to be removed, the Proponent must provide a net increase in the number of replacement trees. Replacement trees must be planted within, and on public land up to 500 metres from, the SSI boundary. Replacement tree plantings can be undertaken beyond 500 metres on public land within the local government areas to which the SSI approval applies if no more plantings are practicable within and up to 500 metres from the SSI boundary. The location of the trees must be determined in consultation with the relevant authority(s). Section 4.3.2, 4.4.1, 4.7 Section 5 FF11, FF32 B47A B47B D47 D48 D56 Replacement trees are to have a minimum pot size of 75 litres except where the plantings are consistent with the pot sizes specified in a relevant authority s plans / programs/ strategies for vegetation management, street planting, or open space landscaping, or as agreed by the relevant authority. The Proponent must submit to the Secretary a report which details the type, size, number and location of replacement trees. The report must demonstrate how any replacement plantings with a pot size less than 75 litres are consistent with the requirements of condition B47A. The report must be submitted to the Secretary prior to operation unless otherwise agreed by the Secretary. The clearing of native vegetation must be minimised with the objective of reducing impacts to any threatened species, populations and ecological communities to the greatest extent practicable. Impacted vegetation must be rehabilitated with endemic species (in the first instance) and locally native species to the greatest extent practicable. Prior to construction, pre clearing surveys and inspections for endangered and threatened species, populations and ecological communities must be undertaken to confirm the on-site location of those entities. The surveys and inspections, and any subsequent relocation of species, and associated management/offset measures, must be undertaken under the guidance of a suitably qualified and experienced ecologist. Methodologies must be incorporated into the Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan required under condition D57(d). The agreement of OEH or DPI, whichever is the relevant agency, is required for any proposed amendments to the location or reclassification of threatened species, populations and ecological communities. Prior to the commencement of construction, or as otherwise agreed by the Secretary, the Proponent must prepare and implement a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) for the SSI. The CEMP is to be prepared in consultation with the EPA, OEH, and the relevant council. The CEMP must outline the environmental management practices and procedures that are to be followed during construction. The CEMP is to be prepared in accordance with the Guideline for the Preparation of Environmental Management Plans (Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Natural Resources, 2004). The CEMP must include, but not be limited to: (e) details of how environmental performance would be managed and monitored to meet acceptable outcomes, including what actions will be taken to address identified potential adverse environmental impacts (including any impacts arising from the staging of the construction of the SSI). In particular, the following environmental performance issues must be addressed in the CEMP - (iii) measures to monitor and manage waste generated during construction including but not limited to general procedures for waste classification, handling, reuse, and disposal, use of secondary waste material in construction wherever feasible and reasonable, procedures or dealing with green waste including timber and mulch from clearing activities. and measures for reducing demand on water resources (including potential for reuse of treated water from sediment control basins); Section 4.7 Section 5 FF11, FF32 Section 4.7 Section 5 FF32 Section 5 FF9, FF30 Section 5 FF10, FF25 Section 4 Annexure A Annexure B Annexure E CSJ s CEMP has been prepared in consultation with the relevant stakeholders in accordance with the DIPNR Guideline. This FFMP in part satisfies this condition to manage and monitor potential impacts to flora and fauna. Procedures for dealing with green waste including timber and mulch from clearing activities are addressed in Section 4.6. Section 5 FF23, FF24 Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 13 of 39

14 No. Condition of Approval Reference D57 d. A Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan to detail how construction impacts on ecology will be minimised and managed. The Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan must be endorsed by a suitably qualified and experienced ecologist and be prepared in consultation with the OEH, and must include, but not be limited to: i. detailed maps showing the location of impacted and adjoining flora and fauna habitat areas; This FFMP has been prepared in consultation with OEH (Section 1.5) and has been endorsed by a qualified and experienced ecologist, refer to cover page for endorsement by project ecologist. Details of the suitably qualified and experienced ecologist are presented in Section 1.6. Annexure E Section 5 FF2 ii. detailed maps showing where pre-clearing surveys will be undertaken to confirm the location of threatened species, populations and ecological communities; Annexure E: preclearing surveys will be undertaken in vegetated areas within and adjoining (where accessible) the construction footprint iii. the identification of areas to be impacted and details of management measures to avoid residual habitat damage or loss and to minimise or eliminate time lags between the removal and subsequent replacement of habitat such as: A. clearing minimisation procedures (including fencing), B. clearing procedures, C. removal and relocation of fauna during clearing (including microbat management plan), D. habitat tree management, and E. construction worker education; iii. Environmental Constraints Maps (CEMP: Annexure A4) A, B. Section 4, Annexure A, Annexure C C. Section 4.5, Section 5 FF26, Annexure B, Annexure C D. Section 4.3, Annexure A E. Section 1.4 iv. rehabilitation details, including identification of flora species and sources, and measures for the management and maintenance of rehabilitated areas; Urban Design and Landscape Plan Section 4.7 Section 5 FF30, FF31 v. a Weed Management Strategy, incorporating weed management measures focusing on early identification of invasive weeds and effective management controls; Section 5 FF33 Annexure D vi. vii. a description of how the effectiveness of these management measures would be monitored; a procedure for dealing with unexpected threatened species, populations and ecological communities identified during construction, including cessation of work and notification of the OEH, determination of appropriate mitigation measures in consultation with the OEH (including relevant re-location measures) and updating of ecological monitoring and/ or biodiversity offset requirements; and Section 6.1 Annexure C Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 14 of 39

15 No. Condition of Approval Reference viii. mechanisms for the monitoring, review and amendment of the Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan. Section Revised environmental management measures The revised environmental management measures (REMMs) included in the M4 East Submissions Report relating to the management of flora and fauna are included in Table 3. Table 3 Revised environmental management measures from M4 East Submissions Report relevant to flora and fauna No. Revised environmental management measure Reference B1 A Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan will be developed for the construction phase of the project to confirm potential impacts and provide details of biodiversity management measures and procedures to be undertaken during construction to minimise and manage impacts on biodiversity. This plan B2 The project footprint will be clearly delineated to minimise impacts on adjacent vegetation. Section 5 FF13 B3 B4 B5 B6 Investigate opportunities to retain perimeter plantings where feasible at construction ancillary facilities at Cintra Park and Powells Creek. A pre-clearing survey will be carried out to identify any habitat trees or other features that require the presence of an appropriately qualified fauna handler during clearing. An appropriately qualified fauna handler will be present during removal of habitat trees identified during pre-clearing surveys to guide clearing activities and undertake rescue and relocation of fauna. Pre-construction surveys will be undertaken prior to commencing works in the vicinity of potential sites for hibernating or roosting bats. A bat management plan will be prepared if hibernating bats are identified. Section 5 FF9 Section 5 FF10 Section 5 FF25 Section 5 FF26 B7 Landscaping should incorporate planting of Grey-headed Flying-fox feed trees where feasible. Section 5 FF31 B8 B9 B10 Weed and pathogen management and control will be undertaken in accordance with the Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011). The water quality basin at Saleyards Creek will be designed to minimise impacts on the creek corridor and the setback area along this boundary should be appropriately landscaped. At the completion of construction, complementary landscaping using locally endemic species will be undertaken in areas of construction ancillary facilities abutting creeks, canals and open space areas, where feasible. Section 5 FF33 Section 5 FF6 Section 5 FF30 Urban Design and Landscape Plan 2.5 Roads & Maritime Specification D&C G36 Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36 identifies environmental safeguards and management measures for the project that must be satisfied. Requirements specific to the management of flora and fauna are identified in Table 4. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 15 of 39

16 Table 4 Roads and Maritime Specification D&C G36 requirements specific to flora and fauna management G36 no. Specification details Reference 4.8 Prepare and implement a Flora and Fauna Management Sub-Plan as part of the CEMP, or include mitigation strategies within the CEMP, to provide effective environmental controls to protect all native flora, fauna, and fish from the impact of your construction activities. This plan The Flora and Fauna Management Sub-Plan or mitigation strategies must include, as a minimum, the following: Provisions for compliance with statutory requirements applicable to flora, fauna and fish management, in National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 (NSW), Native Vegetation Act 2003 (NSW), Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW), Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 (NSW), Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) and Fisheries Management Act 1994 (NSW); Fauna and flora management strategies for pre-construction, construction and postconstruction activities including environmental control measures for pre-clearing process; Fauna rescue and release procedure. Handling of injured fauna must be carried out by licensed fauna handler such as fauna ecologist or wildlife carer. If native fauna are captured during vegetation clearing, they must be released into a suitable nearby location that has been identified as such by an ecologist. Keep records of fauna captured and relocated. Report any injury or death of threatened species to the RMS Representative. The fauna rescue and release procedure must include management measures for aquatic fauna and fish; Procedure for controlling the introduction and spreading of weeds and pathogens caused by the Work Under the deed, including hygiene protocols and the arrangements for monitoring; Proposed strategies for re-use of coarse woody debris and bushrock; Procedure for dealing with unexpected threatened species finds that may be discovered by you when undertaking Physical Work on Site. The procedure must include, as a minimum, the following: This plan Sections 4 & 5 Annexures Annexure B Annexure D Annexure A Annexure C stop work arrangements in the immediate area of the threatened species; notification and communication protocol; consultation with the specialists to assess the significance of the find; and a list of approvals, licences or permits that may need to be obtained before the works can recommence. Prepare and include an EWMS, for clearing and grubbing that meets the requirements of Specification RMS D&C G40 and RMS publication RMS Biodiversity Guidelines: Protecting and Managing Biodiversity on RMS Projects, in the Flora and Fauna Management Sub-Plan or CEMP. Refer to the RMS Biodiversity Guidelines when preparing the Flora and Fauna Management Sub-Plan. Annexure A provides a Clearing and Grubbing Plan proforma An EWMS will be developed to guide development of Clearing and Grubbing Plans for the project Section 2.2 Section 4 Section 5 Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 16 of 39

17 G36 no. Specification details Reference Preserve existing trees, plants, and other vegetation that are to remain within or adjacent to the Site and use every precaution necessary to prevent damage or injury thereto. Identify and protect areas of vegetation to be retained showing them as exclusion zones in accordance with the RMS Biodiversity Guidelines. Section 4 Section 5 Annexure A Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 17 of 39

18 3 Environmental aspects and impacts 3.1 Existing environment The M4 East EIS assessed potential impacts on biodiversity (Section 20 and Appendix T of the EIS) resulting from activities during the construction and operational phase of the M4 East project. For a detailed identification of existing environment, refer to the M4 East EIS. Desktop and field surveys were undertaken as part of the EIS assessment. Vegetation within and adjacent to the construction footprint comprises planted landscaped / screening vegetation, grassland with scattered trees and private gardens. The EIS determined that no native vegetation communities and consequently no threatened ecological communities occur within the project footprint. Coastal Saltmarsh occurs downstream of the construction footprint at Mason Park wetland, which is listed as a threatened ecological community under the TSC Act and the EPBC Act (refer to Annexure E). Additionally, the EIS concluded that the Wallangarra White Gum (Eucalyptus scoparia) occurs within the construction footprint and another tree species, the Magenta Lilly Pilly (Syzygium paniculatum) has the potential to occur within the construction foot print. Both are likely to be landscaped/planted specimens that occur well outside their natural range. Two threatened flora species (refer Table 5) have been recorded downstream of the construction footprint in the Mason Park wetland (Narrow-leafed Wilsonia (Wilsonia backhousei) and Zannichellia palustris). No threatened flora species that occur within their natural range have been recorded within or surrounding the construction footprint. Table 5 Threatened flora within the biodiversity study area Species Potential for impact Likely significant impact Wilsonia backhousei TSC Act Vulnerable Zannichellia palustris TSC Act Endangered Low. Potential for indirect impacts from changes to water quality in Powells Creek and Mason Park wetland if not mitigated. Low. Potential for indirect impacts from changes to water quality in Powells Creek and Mason Park wetland if not mitigated. Further, the EIS determined that one threatened fauna species, the Grey-headed Flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) was recorded in the project area, listed under both the TSC Act and EPBC Act. This species would forage in planted trees in the project area. In addition, two threatened microbat species may occur in the area (Eastern Bent-wing Bat (Miniopterus schreibersii oceanensis) and Large-footed Myotis (Myotis macropus)). These species are known to roost under bridges and in culverts and may temporarily use these structures within the construction footprint. The Eastern Bent-wing Bat may also forage in trees in the project area. A number of threatened wetland bird species have been recorded or are likely to occur downstream of the site in the Mason Park wetland. A number of migratory species are also known to occur in this wetland. Refer to Table 6 for the threatened fauna within the biodiversity study area (note this is wider than the approved construction footprint). Profiles are provided for threatened species that may be encountered during construction in the Unexpected Species Finds Procedure (Annexure C). No No Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 18 of 39

19 Table 6 Threatened fauna within the biodiversity study area Species Potential for impact Likely significant impact Grey-headed Flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) TSC Act and EPBC Act Vulnerable Eastern Bentwing-bat (Miniopterus schreibersii oceanensis) TSC Act Vulnerable Large-footed Myotis (Myotis macropus) TSC Act Vulnerable Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa) TSC Act Vulnerable EPBC Act Migratory Curlew Sandpiper (Callidris ferruginea) TSC Act Endangered EPBC Act Critically endangered and migratory Little Tern (Sterna albifrons) TSC Act Endangered EPBC Act Migratory White-fronted Chat (Epthianura albifrons) TSC Act Vulnerable and endangered population Low. Project would remove a small area of planted trees that may be used for foraging when flowering or fruiting. Low. Project would remove a small area of planted vegetation that may be used for foraging habitat on occasion. The project may temporarily disturb potential artificial roosting sites. No evidence of roosting bats was observed during the survey. Low. The project may temporarily disturb potential artificial roosting sites. No evidence of roosting bats was observed during the survey. Low. Potential for indirect impacts from changes to water quality in Powells Creek and Mason Park wetland if not mitigated. Low. Potential for indirect impacts from changes to water quality in Powells Creek and Mason Park wetland if not mitigated. Low. Potential for indirect impacts from changes to water quality in Powells Creek and Mason Park wetland if not mitigated. Low. Potential for indirect impacts from changes to water quality in Powells Creek and Mason Park wetland if not mitigated. All watercourses within the project footprint consist of concrete lined channels; therefore the project will not result in any impacts on natural watercourses. The EIS identified that the project will not result in modifications to any watercourses. Further, the project will not affect fish passage or large woody debris, which may provide fish habitat. In general, riparian corridors consist of limited planted vegetation above the concrete sides of the canals that does not contribute to the health or water quality of the creeks. No No No No No No No Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 19 of 39

20 3.2 Environmental aspects and impacts CSJ construction activities that have the potential to impact on flora and fauna as identified in the M4 East EIS are listed in Table 7 below. The major risks as identified in the EIS associated with these activities are also listed. Table 7 Potential impacts to flora and fauna Environmental aspect Potential environmental impacts (risk) Site establishment and demolition Vegetation clearance Removal of and/or disturbance to bridges and culverts Earthworks and excavation Surface water runoff in areas subject to ground disturbance activities Generation of dust during earthworks and/or as a result of wind and vehicle/plant movements on exposed soils Ancillary facility/construction compound operations Generation of construction water Use and storage of fuels and chemicals Use of plant, equipment and construction lighting Transport of soils, water and other materials on and off-site and between sites Tunnel excavation Discharge of tunnel construction water Loss or damage to planted vegetation including clearing outside of approved areas Inadequate erosion and sediment control leading to increased sedimentation in waterways Spread of weeds including noxious weeds Loss of planted vegetation adjacent to canals leading to increased risk of erosion and sedimentation of waterways Injury or mortality of native fauna species Removal of and/or disturbance to fauna habitat, including: foraging habitat (trees) for threatened fauna (Grey-headed Flying-fox and Eastern Bent-wing Bat) temporary roosting (bridges and culverts) and foraging (waterways) habitat for Eastern Bent-wing Bat and Large-footed Myotis Impacts on unexpected threatened species Sediments transported off-site impacting on water quality of downstream waterways/wetland habitats Dust/sediment deposition on adjacent vegetation or into waterways leading to loss of plant viability and/or weed infestation Unauthorised vehicle and plant movements in adjoining vegetation outside the approved clearing areas Inappropriate construction of temporary and permanent waterways crossings Contamination of soils and water from uncontrolled releases of chemicals, fuels or construction water leading to impacts on flora, fauna and associated habitats Erosion and sedimentation impacts on soils and water due to ground disturbance and water discharges Light and noise disturbance to nearby species/habitats, including nocturnal species Facilitation of spread of pathogens and weeds Inappropriate waste disposal encouraging feral animals and pests to frequent the project area and adjacent areas Contamination of soils and water and resulting impacts on flora, fauna and associated habitats Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 20 of 39

21 4 Vegetation, fauna and habitat management 4.1 Flora and fauna constraints maps The flora and fauna constraints maps found in Annexure E were prepared to identify the biodiversity constraints within and surrounding the project footprint, considering the likely aspects and impacts identified in Section 3. These are used to help inform the Site Environmental Plans (SEPs), which provide a visual representation of the environmental constraints of specific worksites and the associated measures and controls to minimise the potential impact of those constraints. SEPs and other associated EMS documents and tools are described further in the CEMP, Section Timing of habitat management measures The timing of implementation of habitat management measures are divided into pre-clearance, clearance and post-clearance phases. Table 8 summarises the habitat management strategies proposed in this FFMP to mitigate impacts on flora and fauna during each phase. Table 8 Summary of habitat management measures Pre-clearance Clearance Post-clearance Establish flagging guidelines Definition of the clearing areas and areas to avoid Establish weed management procedures Determine the location of potential natural resources to be repurposed Pre-clearing surveys Definition of the impact areas and areas to avoid Habitat protection measures Nest Box Management Plan (if required) Bat Management Plan (if required) Clearing and Grubbing Relocation of repurposed natural resources Weed management Vegetation management Landscaping and habitat rehabilitation Fauna recovery procedures Monitoring and reporting Monitoring and reporting Weed Management 4.3 Pre-clearance A vegetation clearance procedure is outlined in Annexure A to ensure that all vegetation clearing and grubbing required for the project is conducted in accordance with Project approvals, is minimised within the approved areas and minimises impacts on biodiversity and the surrounding environment Flagging guidelines To minimise confusion over growing amounts of flagging tape generated by different surveys and the marking of environmental sensitive areas, certain colours will be used for specific purposes. The following colour coding system would be used for this project: Flagging tape and signage indicates areas or trees to be protected; Green = individual trees to be retained and sensitive areas close to and/or adjoining the construction zone; Red = habitat trees to be cleared; and Yellow = trees to be pruned only. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 21 of 39

22 4.3.2 Pre-clearing surveys Pre-clearing surveys will be undertaken prior to commencement of any clearing activities to determine the presence and location of habitat features in vegetation to be removed for the project and any bridges and culverts to be disturbed by the project. The surveys will be undertaken by a suitably qualified and experienced ecologist and in accordance with the RMS Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011). These surveys will inform the preparation of Clearing and Grubbing Plans and habitat management during clearing operations. If hibernating bats and/or hollow bearing trees are identified during the pre-clearing surveys, a Nest Box Management Plan and/or a Bat Management Plan must be prepared by a qualified ecologist prior to impacting these areas. These plans will be prepared in consultation with the Office of Environment and Heritage, if their preparation is required. A qualified ecologist will conduct pre-clearing surveys to identify: Fauna species likely to be encountered during construction and potential impacts to fauna during vegetation clearing; Potential fauna habitat in the project area; An estimate for the number of trees (with reference to the tree definition in Section 4.4.1) to be removed from each area to inform tree replacement/rehabilitation works at the completion of construction (this estimate will also be confirmed during the clearing phase); A list of tree species required to be planted, where feasible, in each area to compensate for the loss of foraging habitat for Grey-headed Flying-fox; Significant weed infestations; Areas of high risk for roadkill incidents; and Preferred locations to relocate fauna habitat or the repurpose of cleared vegetation. Pre-clearing surveys will take place 1-2 weeks prior to the commencement of clearing. The ecologist will mark all potential fauna habitat in the project area (e.g. trees, large woody debris and nests) using the flagging guidelines outlined in Section A report will be compiled to detail survey findings and any additional fauna management measures following the completion of the pre-clearing surveys. This report will determine the need for preparation of a Nest Box and/or Bat Management Plan. 4.4 Clearing and grubbing Clearing is defined as the removal of all vegetation (both living and dead). Prior to any land disturbance during construction, a Land Disturbance Permit is required when an area is identified to require vegetation clearing and must be obtained by the Site Supervisor. Where required by Permit conditions, and where any vegetation clearance is proposed, a Clearing and Grubbing Plan must be prepared in accordance with the Roads and Maritime Specification G40 Clearing and Grubbing and the Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011). The Clearing and Grubbing Plan is required to identify weeds, a procedure for weed removal, the location of habitat trees or threatened flora and a procedure for staged habitat removal. The Clearing and Grubbing Plan is to include where relevant: Methods used to identify and mark areas of weeds to be removed and methods for their removal; Procedure(s) for the disposal and control of weeds and exotics; Procedure(s) for protecting threatened flora species and trees marked for preservation; Methods used for identifying, marking and removing or pruning unsound trees likely to fall upon the roadway or onto private property; and Procedure for identifying and removing any trees, stumps and logs within the area to be cleared and the final location for any such relocated items. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 22 of 39

23 Where required to inform the Clearing and Grubbing Plan, an ecologist and/or arborist report should be obtained, where required, to identify: The location of weeds in the area to be cleared; The location of any threatened flora or habitat trees to be retained; The location of any trees outside the limits of clearing likely to fall onto infrastructure or private property; The location of nearby habitat suitable for the release of fauna that may be encountered during the preclearing process; and Procedures for the staged habitat removal process if required Tree definition To ensure a net increase in the number of trees impacted by the project, trees to be removed will be documented during pre-clearing surveys as discussed in Section A tree is defined for the project in accordance with the Conditions of Approval and Australian Standard AS as a long lived woody perennial plant greater than (or usually greater than) 3 m in height with one or relatively few main stems or trunks. The number of trees to be removed will be documented in accordance with the definition above for each area to be cleared. The final number of trees removed will be confirmed with the Post-clearance checklist (Annexure A). 4.5 Fauna recovery Pre-clearing inspection Immediately prior to any vegetation clearing and/or works requiring disturbance to bridges and culverts (no more than 2 hours prior), an inspection will be undertaken by an ecologist to identify any fauna that may be encountered during clearing operations. The inspection will consist of: Checks in culverts that are to be relocated for the presence of microbats where it is safe to do so; and Checks in trees for any new nests constructed since the pre-clearing surveys; and Checks in hollow logs for the presence of any sheltering fauna Single-stage clearing Where no areas of habitat have been identified to be cleared in the Clearing and Grubbing Plan, clearing can be undertaken in a single-stage process, and includes the under-scrubbing of non-habitat trees, shrubs and other vegetation using a combination of forestry harvester and excavator. Vegetation cleared during single-stage clearance shall not be stockpiled on-site as it may provide temporary habitat for displaced fauna Two-stage clearing Where clearing is to be conducted in an area containing potential fauna habitat (e.g. nests, hollow bearing trees and large woody debris), a two-stage clearing process must be implemented as specified below: Stage one clearing undertaken to clear non-habitat trees as described in Section 4.5.2; Stage two clearing of the remaining habitat/hollow bearing trees must be conducted 24 hours or more after stage one clearing has been completed; Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 23 of 39

24 The ecologist will complete an inspection no more than two hours prior to the commencement of Stage two clearing (Section 4.5.1); Any relocation of roosting bats will be undertaken in accordance with the Bat Management Plan (if the preparation of the plan is required); Habitat trees shall be carefully felled under the supervision of the Project Ecologist or Fauna Spotter/Catcher: Hollow-bearing trees or trees with nests will be mechanically shaken or agitated prior to felling to encourage any remaining animals to either leave the tree or show themselves and subsequently be removed prior to felling; and Felling will involve gently pushing the tree and lowering or felling using a forestry harvester or an arborist (and not with the use of an excavator mounted closed chipper) to avoid sudden falling as this is likely to injure wildlife. Subsequent to felling, habitat trees will be systematically checked from the ground for any remaining fauna; Felled habitat trees will be left overnight (in an adjacent habitat area if required) to allow any undetected fauna further opportunity to escape; Hollow bearing limbs, woody debris and bush rocks marked for relocation should be moved to fauna translocation sites or other recipient sites as identified in the Clearing and Grubbing Plan; Remove all remaining materials cleared, primed and grubbed for recycling or disposal; If any habitat tree is found or suspected (based on fresh tree markings or scats) to contain any threatened species, the tree should be left in place for a minimum of two days and, if possible, be reinspected no more than two hours prior to felling; and In the event that arboreal animals do not move or they cannot be captured because the tree hollow is too large, high or its recovery would breach OH&S requirements then the tree will be felled (in the direction of other tree debris if possible) and animals recovered post-felling in accordance with the Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure (Annexure B). 4.6 Vegetation management Vegetation clearing will be minimised where possible. Where possible no plant, including motor vehicles, would be operated within 2x the dripline / canopy of retained trees, i.e. if the tree canopy is four metres in diameter, then an eight metre buffer will be placed around the tree trunk where the plant access is excluded. Compaction of soil and trampling of tree roots by machinery may lead to damage and the death of retained trees and should be avoided. All site offices, compounds and stockpile areas would be located within the limits of clearing or otherwise away from existing drainage lines and existing vegetation. Clearing of native vegetation would be restricted to inside the identified limits of clearing, and should be minimised where possible, particularly in areas with screening vegetation or significant trees. Construction vehicle movements would be restricted to the existing road network or previously disturbed areas at all times. Construction vehicles should not enter into vegetation retained beyond the approved impact areas. At no point is cleared vegetation to be bulldozed into adjacent bushland retained beyond the limits of clearing. All other cleared native vegetation would be mulched for reuse in rehabilitation works and erosion control. Mulch should not be stockpiled in adjacent vegetated areas. Stockpiling of cleared vegetation and mulch should be located and managed in accordance with the Clearing and Grubbing Plan and the site SEP. Any new or amended stockpile sites must be assessed under the Ancillary Facilities Management Plan. All vegetation clearing must be undertaken in accordance with the Vegetation Clearing Procedure (Annexure A) and the Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure (Annexure B). Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 24 of 39

25 4.7 Landscaping and habitat rehabilitation Revegetation will play an important role in mitigating the impact of the project on flora values. Revegetation incorporates both landscaping and habitat rehabilitation. The objectives of these two forms of revegetation are different and call for different revegetation techniques and plant selection. Habitat rehabilitation aims to maintain/increase fauna habitat values in the project area and to compensate for the loss of habitat from clearing. Plant species used in landscaping will be mainly local endemic species. No species which display characteristics of environmental weeds will be used. The overall objective of habitat rehabilitation will be to restore or recreate vegetation the same as originally occurring in the project area with the following considerations: The need to control erosion and sedimentation processes demands rapid revegetation of cleared riparian areas; Disturbed edges create opportunities for weed establishment and expansion; Plantings should use locally sourced plants to maintain and enhance genetic integrity of local populations; In cleared areas, strips of native vegetation along road corridors can facilitate the movement of fauna through the landscape; and Placement of tall screening vegetation is recommended as a means to raise flight paths of birds and bats crossing the road and thus reduce road kills. Details of rehabilitation/revegetation will be outlined in the Urban Design and Landscape Plan and the report required under CoA B47B. Revegetation will incorporate locally endemic species and Grey-headed Flyingfox feed trees where possible (REMM B10 and B7). Additional measures may also be detailed in the Nest Box Management Plan and/or the Bat Management Plan (if required for the project). Locally endemic species and species regularly used for landscaping in the locality which represent Greyheaded Flying-fox feed trees 1 recommended for use in rehabilitation include: Shrubs: Old Man Banksia (Banksia serrata), Coast Banksia (B. integrifolia) and Silky Oak (Grevillea robusta); and Trees: Lemon-scented Gum (Corymbia citriodora), Swamp Mahogany (Eucalyptus robusta), Spotted Gum (C. maculata), Blackbutt (E. pilularis), Sydney Peppermint (E. piperita), Sydney Blue Gum (E. saligna) and Brush Box (Lophostemon confertus). It is recommended that species native to the Sydney region (i.e. Old Man Banksia, Coast Banksia, Spotted Gum, Blackbutt, Swamp Mahogany, Sydney Peppermint and Sydney Blue Gum) are sourced from a nursery that carries seed stock collected from within the Sydney region. The remaining species (Silky Oak, Lemonscented Gum and Brush Box) are not local to the Sydney region, but are regularly planted landscape trees. Therefore, these trees can be purchased from any nursery that stocks the species. It is recommended that these species are planted as tubestock or advanced natives to expedite the rehabilitation process. The Urban Design and Landscape Plan and the report required under CoA B47B will seek to provide a net increase in the number of trees, with replacement trees planted within and on public land, up to 500m from the construction footprint. Replacement trees would have a minimum pot size of 75 litres, except where: The plantings are consistent with the pot sizes specified in a relevant authority s plans / programs / strategies for vegetation management, street planting or open space landscaping, or As agreed by the relevant authority, and 1 Eby P and Law B 2008, Ranking the feeding habitats of Grey-headed Flying-foxes for conservation management, report to the Department of Environment and Climate Change NSW and the Department of Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 25 of 39

26 Where demonstrated in the report required by CoA B47B that the replacement plantings are consistent with these requirements. A vegetation monitoring and maintenance program will be implemented upon completion of works in each area, as outlined in Table 9 below. Table 9 Vegetation monitoring and maintenance program Monitoring/maintenance activity Frequency Duration Follow up watering to prevent plant losses and promote rapid establishment Hand removal of weeds that colonise rehabilitated areas, and monitoring of plant survival Replacement planting (e.g. to replace plant losses) 2-3 times/week during dry periods Monthly during establishment period As/when required 6 weeks 6 months initially; thereafter biannually N/A Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 26 of 39

27 5 Consolidated environmental safeguards Environmental safeguards to manage flora and fauna impacts and reduce the risk of impacts to species, communities and habitats that are not captured by other management plans or procedures are identified in Table 10. Elimination of the hazard is the first preference of control, followed by engineering, then administrative controls. These controls include the relevant legal and project requirements identified in the revised environmental mitigation measures (REMM), Conditions of Approval (CoA), RMS specifications, and CSJ standard practice measures. Table 10 Project controls for the management of flora and fauna during construction. CSJ reference Control Source Responsibility Training / Induction / Toolbox Monitoring / Inspection / Audit Where addressed EM Environment and Sustainability Manager, EA Environment Advisor, PD - Project Director, FM- Foreman, PE Project Engineers, CM Construction Manager, SS Site Supervisor, CRM Community Relations Manager. CAP Construction Area Plan, WP Work Pack, EWMS Environmental Work Method Statement. Planning FF1. Ensure all risks to flora and fauna are considered as part of the development of Construction Area Plans. CSJ standard practice PE CAP FF2. The location of any threatened species or other important flora, fauna and habitat features identified during pre-clearing surveys will be identified on the Site Environmental Plans. CoA D57 CSJ standard practice EA Site Environment Plans FF3. Ensure Work Packs include relevant environmental control information including a Site Environment Plan where required. CSJ standard practice PE Site Environment Plan WP FF4. All personnel to receive Environmental Induction and toolbox talks as per CEMP and Section 1.4 of this plan. CSJ standard practice EM, CM Induction Waterways FF5. Ensure soil and water management measures are implemented and maintained in accordance with the Construction Soil and Water Management Plan. CSJ standard practice EA Construction Soil and Water Management Plan FF6. The water quality basin at Saleyards Creek will be designed to minimise impacts on the creek corridor and the setback area along this boundary will be appropriately landscaped. REMM B9 EM Design Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 27 of 39

28 CSJ reference Control Source Responsibility Training / Induction / Toolbox Monitoring / Inspection / Audit Where addressed EM Environment and Sustainability Manager, EA Environment Advisor, PD - Project Director, FM- Foreman, PE Project Engineers, CM Construction Manager, SS Site Supervisor, CRM Community Relations Manager. CAP Construction Area Plan, WP Work Pack, EWMS Environmental Work Method Statement. FF7. Watercourse crossings, including temporary work platforms, waterway crossings and/or coffer dams, where feasible and reasonable, will be consistent with the following guidelines: NSW Guidelines for Controlled Activities Watercourse Crossings (DPI 2012), Why do Fish Need to Cross the Road? Fish Passage Requirements for Waterway Crossings (Fairfull and Witheridge 2003), Policy and Guidelines for Fish Friendly Waterway Crossings (NSW Fisheries, February 2004), and Policy and Guidelines for Fish Habitat Conservation and Management (DPI Fisheries, 2013). Where multiple cell culverts are proposed for creek crossings, at least one cell shall be provided for fish passage, with an invert or bed level that mimics creek flows. CoA B12 EM, CM Design / Construction site layout FF8. Areas of disturbance are to be located away from waterways / riparian areas where feasible. CoA B11 CSJ standard practice CM, EM Site Environment Plan Vegetation clearance and management FF9. The clearing of vegetation will be minimised with the objective of reducing impacts to all flora and fauna, including threatened species, to the greatest extent practicable. In particular, the perimeter plantings at the Cintra Park and Powells Creek construction compounds will be retained where feasible. CoA D47D&C G36 Section 4.8 REMM B3 EM, CM Vegetation Clearance Procedure FF10. At least one week prior to the commencement of clearing, preclearing surveys will be undertaken by a qualified and experienced ecologist to determine the presence and on-site location of any habitat features, threatened species and any weed infestations in vegetation to be cleared for the project. The surveys will be undertaken within and adjacent to the construction footprint and will include inspections of any bridges and culverts to be disturbed by the project. CoA D48 REMM B4 D&C G36 Biodiversity Guidelines EM Section Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 28 of 39

29 CSJ reference Control Source Responsibility Training / Induction / Toolbox Monitoring / Inspection / Audit Where addressed EM Environment and Sustainability Manager, EA Environment Advisor, PD - Project Director, FM- Foreman, PE Project Engineers, CM Construction Manager, SS Site Supervisor, CRM Community Relations Manager. CAP Construction Area Plan, WP Work Pack, EWMS Environmental Work Method Statement. FF11. Pre-clearing surveys must document the number of trees to be removed (in accordance with the project definition of a tree). CoA B47 EM, Project ecologist Section Section FF12. Flagging of sensitive trees/areas and trees/areas to be cleared to be in accordance with the project flagging guidelines. CSJ standard practice EM, Project ecologist Section FF13. Prior to any disturbance, clearing or grubbing activities in any locations the following must be in place, as per the Vegetation Clearance Procedure: A Land Disturbance Permit (or equivalent); Limits of clearing and No-go Zones for significant flora and fauna must be established, fenced, flagged and sign posted prior to commencement of clearing; and REMM B2 D&C G36 Section 4.8 CSJ standard practice EM, SS Vegetation Clearance Procedure; Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure An ecologist or experienced fauna handler needs to conduct a search for any wildlife that may need to be removed and relocated. FF14. A Clearing and Grubbing Plan is to be prepared where required by the Land Disturbance Permit (ie. where any clearing and grubbing activities are required) and is to be in accordance with Roads and Maritime Specification G40 and the Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines. D&C G40 Biodiversity Guidelines EM Section 4.4 Vegetation Clearance Procedure FF15. Where no areas of habitat have been identified to be cleared in the Clearing and Grubbing Plan, clearing can be undertaken in a single-stage process. Where clearing is to be conducted in an area containing habitat, a two-stage clearance process must be implemented. CSJ standard practice EM, SS Section 4.5 Vegetation Clearance Procedure FF16. If grubbing is to be undertaken then erosion and sediment controls must be in place (refer to the Site Environmental Plan) prior to grubbing to ensure that sediment laden water does not run off site. CSJ standard practice SS, EA Vegetation Clearance Procedure; Site Environmental Plan FF17. Tree removal/clearing is to be undertaken by a suitably experienced person. CSJ standard practice PE, SS, EA Vegetation Clearance Procedure FF18. Environment Advisor to be contacted and be present onsite if excavation works are within the critical root zone to confirm if an arborist is required. CSJ standard practice SS, EA CAP / WP Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 29 of 39

30 CSJ reference Control Source Responsibility Training / Induction / Toolbox Monitoring / Inspection / Audit Where addressed EM Environment and Sustainability Manager, EA Environment Advisor, PD - Project Director, FM- Foreman, PE Project Engineers, CM Construction Manager, SS Site Supervisor, CRM Community Relations Manager. CAP Construction Area Plan, WP Work Pack, EWMS Environmental Work Method Statement. FF19. Non-structural roots should be pruned by a clean diagonal cut and not exposed to air for more than 24 hours. CSJ standard practice SS, EA Clearing and Grubbing EWMS FF20. All plant should remain on haul roads as much as possible so as to minimise damage to vegetation. Where possible, no plant or vehicles should be operated within a distance of 2x the dripline/canopy of trees (i.e. a tree of 4 m canopy requires an 8 m buffer zone). CSJ standard practice SS, EA CAP / WP Site Environmental Plan FF21. No-go zones must be obeyed at all times without a Permit to Enter No-go Zone. Any damage to no-go zone fencing or signage must be reported to the site supervisor or EA immediately. CSJ standard practice SS, EA Site Environmental Plan FF22. All site offices, compounds and stockpile areas are to be located within the limits of clearing or otherwise away from existing drainage lines and vegetation. CSJ standard practice PE, EA Site Environmental Plan FF23. Stockpiling/storage of cleared timber, mulch and other equipment is to be in areas designated and outside the critical root zone of remaining trees in accordance with the Site Environmental Plan. Cleared vegetation is not to be bulldozed into adjacent bushland beyond the limits of clearing. CSJ standard practice SS, EA CAP / WP Site Environmental Plan FF24. Cleared/removed weed-free vegetation will be used either on or off the project where possible (e.g. for habitat, chipped for mulch and reused). CSJ standard practice PE, SS, EA CAP / WP Fauna management FF25. Immediately prior to clearing and/or disturbance of bridges or culverts, a pre-clearance inspection for fauna, and any necessary relocations, shall be undertaken by a suitably qualified and experienced ecologist or fauna handler. Inspections, relocations and any associated management/offset measures will be undertaken in accordance with the Vegetation Clearance Procedure and Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure. CoA D48 REMM B5 Biodiversity Guidelines PE, EA Section Vegetation Clearance Procedure Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure FF26. If hibernating bats are identified during the pre-construction surveys or pre-clearance inspections, a bat management plan will be prepared prior to impacting on these areas. REMM B6 EM Sections 4.3.2, Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 30 of 39

31 CSJ reference Control Source Responsibility Training / Induction / Toolbox Monitoring / Inspection / Audit Where addressed EM Environment and Sustainability Manager, EA Environment Advisor, PD - Project Director, FM- Foreman, PE Project Engineers, CM Construction Manager, SS Site Supervisor, CRM Community Relations Manager. CAP Construction Area Plan, WP Work Pack, EWMS Environmental Work Method Statement. FF27. If a threat to an animal is evident onsite, the site supervisor and/or Environment Advisor must be notified immediately. Works may need to cease if the animal is in danger or harmed until it has been relocated. CSJ standard practice SS, EA Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure FF28. The site speed limits (maximum of 20 km per hour) must be obeyed at all times, especially areas where vehicle/fauna interactions are identified as high risk. CSJ standard practice SS CAP / WP FF29. Report any injured fauna to the Environment Advisor and if safe to do so put the injured animal in a fauna bag (pillow case, jumper etc.) and in a dark quiet place on the advice of the ecologist. EA to notify injured wildlife to the Asset Trustee Representative and WIRES (PH: ) if appropriate. CSJ standard practice SS, EA CAP / WP Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure Rehabilitation FF30. At the completion of construction, complementary landscaping using locally endemic species (in the first instance) and locally native species to the greatest extent practicable will be undertaken in areas of construction ancillary facilities abutting creeks, canals and open space areas, where feasible and in accordance with a rehabilitation site plan. Landscape design to consider factors outlined in Section 4.7 of this Plan. CoA B11, D57, D50 REMM B10 EM, CM Urban Design and Landscape Plan Section 4.7 FF31. Landscaping should incorporate planting of Grey-headed Flyingfox feed trees where feasible CoA D57 REMM B7 EM, CM Urban Design and Landscape Plan FF32. Rehabilitation must ensure a net increase in the number of trees impacted by the project. The location of replacement trees must be determined in consultation with the relevant council(s) and the replacement trees are to have a minimum pot size of 75 litres, except where the plantings are consistent with the pot sizes specified in a relevant authority s plans / programs/ strategies for vegetation management, street planting, or open space landscaping, or as agreed by the relevant authority. A report must demonstrate how any replacement plantings with a pot size less than 75 litres are consistent with these requirements and must be submitted to DP&E. CoA B47, B47A, B47B EM, CM Urban Design and Landscape Plan Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 31 of 39

32 CSJ reference Control Source Responsibility Training / Induction / Toolbox Monitoring / Inspection / Audit Where addressed EM Environment and Sustainability Manager, EA Environment Advisor, PD - Project Director, FM- Foreman, PE Project Engineers, CM Construction Manager, SS Site Supervisor, CRM Community Relations Manager. CAP Construction Area Plan, WP Work Pack, EWMS Environmental Work Method Statement. Weed and pathogen management FF33. Weed and pathogen management and control would be undertaken in accordance with the Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011). REMM B8 CoA D57 Biodiversity Guidelines EM Weed Management Procedure Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 32 of 39

33 6 Review and improvement 6.1 Monitoring and reporting Inspections, observations, monitoring and reporting requirements relevant to the management of flora and fauna are identified in Table 11. Broader environmental inspections, monitoring and auditing are discussed in Section 8 of the CEMP. Refer to the Soil and Water Management Plan (SWMP) for monitoring and reporting requirements relating to water quality management. Table 11 Monitoring requirements relevant to the management of flora and fauna Item Frequency Standards Reporting Responsibility Inspection Pre-clearance survey Prior to any clearance of a potential habitat area Section Biodiversity Guidelines Ecologist report to include items listed in Section of this Plan Environment and Sustainability Manager (EM) Pre-clearance inspection Maximum of 2 hours prior to vegetation clearance Section Vegetation Clearance Procedure Biodiversity Guidelines Clearing and Grubbing Plan Pre-clearance Checklist (including fauna capture / relocation records) EM Site inspections Weekly All flora and fauna management measures in place, maintained and effective Monitor health of retained vegetation Visual surveillance Daily No-go zone fencing and signage in place and undamaged Monitoring Erosion and sedimentation controls in place and maintained as per Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (ESCPs) Storage and stockpile areas maintained and being used appropriately Weed and hygiene controls in place Site speed limits obeyed at all times Any threats to animals or unexpected finds of flora and fauna Environmental Inspection Checklist Site Supervisor s log book Environment Advisor (EA) Site Supervisor / Foreman Attendance of ecologist or fauna spotter/catcher during habitat clearance As required by Land Disturbance Permit Duration of clearance Section 4.5 Biodiversity Guidelines Vegetation/habitat clearance records Fauna records (including details of any fauna relocations) EM Attendance of EA or arborist during excavations in critical root zone Duration of excavation This plan Vegetation/habitat clearance records EM Water Quality Monitoring As per Water Quality Monitoring Program (refer to SWMP, Annexure A) Rehabilitation monitoring Weekly after rehabilitation works commence Until area is stabilised Weed and hygiene controls in place No new weed incursion / establishment Environmental Inspection Checklist EA Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 33 of 39

34 6.2 Non-conformance management, corrective and preventative action Environmental inspection, observation and monitoring results are interpreted to identify actual and potential non-compliances, non-conformances and events that may result in nuisance, environmental harm and unacceptable loss of amenity or community complaints. The Environmental Representative, Asset Trustee Representative and/or a public authority may also raise a non-conformance or improvement notice. Where non-conformances are identified during regular inspections, corrective actions are raised, tracked and closed out through the inspection records. Following the identification of a non-conformance, corrective and/or preventative actions will be identified and assigned to the appropriate person with set timeframes. Timeframes will be set to ensure any damage incurred is rectified and any chance of recurrence is eliminated as soon as practicable. Synergy or the Environmental Corrective Actions Register will be used to assign, track and close out corrective actions. All corrective actions will include reference to the relevant incident or source of the action for ease of tracking. Refer to Section 7 of the CEMP for further information. 6.3 Complaints Complaints will be recorded in accordance with the Construction Complaints Management System. Information to be recorded will include location of complaint, time(s) of occurrence of alleged air quality impacts and perceived source. Resident complaints will be responded to in a timely manner and action taken recorded in accordance with the Construction Complaints Management System. 6.4 Revision of this plan Continual improvement is achieved through constant measurement and evaluation, audit and review of the effectiveness of the plan, and adjustment and improvement of the CEMP, project environmental outcomes and CSJ Environmental Management System. Monthly reviews undertaken by the Environmental Representative and quarterly management reviews provide specific opportunities to identify improvements in the environmental management system and/or this FFMP. This plan will be updated as required: To take into account changes to the environment or generally accepted environmental management practices, new risks to the environment or changes in law; Where requested or required by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment or any other Authority; or In response to internal or external audits or quarterly management reviews. The updated plan must be endorsed by the Environment and Sustainability Manager and approved internally by the Project Director. Minor changes may be approved by the Environmental Representative. Minor changes would typically include those that: Are editorial in nature (e.g. staff and agency/authority name changes); Do not increase the magnitude of impacts on the environment when considered individually or cumulatively; or Do not compromise the ability of the project to meet approval or legislative requirements. Where the Environmental Representative deems it necessary, the FFMP will be provided to relevant stakeholders for review and comment if required and forwarded to the Secretary of DP&E for approval. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 34 of 39

35 Annexure A Vegetation Clearance Procedure Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 35 of 39

36 Vegetation Clearing Procedure Document Number Project: M4 East Design and Construct Contract Number: Document Number: M4E-ES-PRC-PWD Revision Date: 6 December 2017 Document Approval Rev Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Remarks A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC DP&E B 7/12/2015 CSJ Agencies 0 16/02/2016 CSJ EMM 1 06/12/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Submitted to SMC to satisfy SWTC App. C.1 4(d) requirement Final draft for agency consultation Endorsement of project ecologist Administrative update

37 Vegetation Clearing Procedure RMS HOLD POINT HOLD POINT Vegetation clearance requirement identified Notify EA of intention to clear and submit Land Disturbance Permit application [SS] Obtain: Ecologist report Arborist report, where required [EA] HOLD POINT #1 Prepare Clearing and Grubbing Plan and submit with Ecologist & Arborist reports to WCX at least 7 days prior to clearing [EA] Asset Trustee to release Hold Point #1 Land disturbance permit issued to SS with conditions and Clearing and Grubbing Plan [EA] HOLD POINT #2 Establish no-go zones and environmental controls in accordance with Permit, Clearing and Grubbing Plan, SEP, ERSED Plan and any other requirements Complete pre-clearance checklist (Section 3 of Land Disturbance Permit) [SS] Legend EA to release Hold Point #2 [EA] Responsibilities SS Site Supervisor EA Environment Adviser Conduct fauna search if required Asset Trustee Asset Trustee [Ecologist or fauna handler] Representative Conduct vegetation clearance as per Clearing and Grubbing Plan [SS] Stabilise site and process vegetation in accordance with the Clearing and Grubbing Plan Complete post-clearance checklist [SS] 1 Introduction 1.1 Objectives To ensure all vegetation clearing and grubbing required for the project is: conducted in accordance with Project approvals, minimised within the approved areas and minimises impacts on biodiversity and the surrounding environment. 1.2 Training All personnel to receive Environmental Induction and toolbox talks 2 Vegetation clearance procedure 2.1 Pre-Clearing When an area is identified to require vegetation clearing, the Site Supervisor is to notify the EA and prepare and submit a Land Disturbance Permit application to the EA. A pre-clearance survey will be completed by the Project Ecologist to identify any hollow trees, hollow logs, significant weed infestations or threatened plant species. The Project Ecologist will provide a pre-clearing report that identifies the locations of the above (if recorded). An arborist is to report on any unsound trees that should be removed. As part of the Land Disturbance Permit, the EA prepares a Clearing and Grubbing Plan in accordance with RMS Specification G40 Clearing and Grubbing, the RMS Biodiversity Guidelines and Construction Flora and Fauna Management Plan. The plan will include methods to identify weeds, a procedure for weed removal, the location of habitat trees or threatened flora and a procedure for staged habitat removal. Clearance near waterways is to be avoided as much as practicable. All existing trees and other vegetation must be retained within 15 metres of waterways and drainage lines until immediately before construction commences in the area. No-go Zones must be established, fenced or flagged, and sign posted at least 7 days prior to the commencement of clearing. All hollow bearing and habitat trees shall be flagged as per flagging guidelines (FFMP) and either fully fenced off or flagged/sign-posted with an identification number. Erosion and sedimentation controls must be in place as per site SEP prior to clearing. Land Disturbance Permit issued by EA with Clearing and Grubbing Plan. Once all environmental controls are in place in accordance with the Permit and Clearing and Grubbing Plan, the Site Supervisor completes Section 3 of the Land Disturbance Permit (Pre-clearance Checklist, Attachment 1) and submits to the EA for sign-off. 2.2 During Clearing Clearing is to be in accordance with the requirements of the Clearing and Grubbing Plan. A pre-clearance inspection for fauna is to be undertaken by an ecologist or qualified and experienced fauna handler. Fauna searches should occur no more than two hours prior to the commencement of clearing and the time allocated to searching should be commensurate with the likelihood of finding fauna and the complexity of habitat features. Searches should include checks for signs of fauna such as fresh scats, scratches and remains of prey. A pre-clearance inspection of structures, e.g. bridges and culverts, will be completed for microbats in accordance with the requirements of the Clearing and Grubbing Plan. The fauna handler or ecologist must be present during clearing and is to direct clearing in a manner that encourages and allows fauna to safely flee the clearing area. Where animals are unable to flee as a result of injury or otherwise, they will be captured and placed in adjacent areas of analogous habitat in accordance with the Fauna Spotter / Catcher procedure. Injured animals will also be cared for in accordance with this procedure. Trees within 15 metres of watercourses should be felled manually. Where practicable, cut vegetation low to ground and leave roots and ground vegetation cover in place near watercourses to minimise erosion impacts. Pruning shall be in accordance with RMS Specification G40 and AS 4373 Pruning of Amenity Trees. It should be carried out by a qualified arborist using only the appropriate tools (e.g. loppers, chainsaw or vehicle mounted pole saw). Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 2 of 9 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331

38 Vegetation Clearing Procedure 2.3 Post-Clearing Post-clearance Checklist to be completed at completion of clearing Stabilise all disturbed areas with revegetation or other material immediately to prevent erosion. Any damage to vegetation to be retained must be reported to the Site Supervisor or EA immediately and rectified with the advice of an ecologist or arborist. Holes remaining after tree removal must be backfilled and vegetated. Backfill material must prevent the infiltration and ponding of water and be compacted to at least the relative compaction of adjacent ground. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 3 of 9 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331

39 Vegetation Clearing Procedure Attachment 1 M4 East Land Disturbance Permit Section 1: Request details REQUEST DETAILS Site Site Supervisor Date Position Purpose of Ground Disturbance Total disturbance area (ha) Estimated Topsoil Depth (mm) Estimated Topsoil volume (m 3 ) Date disturbance to commence Date disturbance to be completed Machinery to be used Map (attached) Yes No Comments: Has a risk assessment (EWMS/SWMS) been completed for this task? Are any works on or near bridges or culverts? Yes No Comments: Yes No Comments: Are these works within the construction footprint? Once the above completed please forward to Environmental Advisor for processing OFFICE USE ONLY: Permit # Status Received by Environmental Advisor: DD/MM/YY Followed up: DD/MM/YY Approval Received: DD/MM/YY Section 2: Permit Conditions CONDITION Site Supervisor Environmenta l Advisor Date Initial Required (Y/N) 2.0 Clearing and Grubbing Plan to be implemented, where provided, or <insert relevant clearing, grubbing, weed management and stockpile/disposal conditions> 2.1 Site Environmental Plan (SEP) to be prepared and controls implemented 2.2 Pre clearance checklist (Section 3) to be completed and signed off minimum of 1 day prior to clearing 2.3 Exclusion areas to be identified and boundaries marked and clearly visible. Disturbance area delineated with flagging tape (Green = retain; Red = remove; Yellow = prune) Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 4 of 9 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331

40 Vegetation Clearing Procedure CONDITION Site Supervisor Environmenta l Advisor Date Initial Required (Y/N) 2.4 For properties within or near identified heritage areas: Is archival recording required and completed, and Is heritage salvage required and completed? 2.5 Operators working in the area to be made aware of clearing limits by Area Supervisor (operator sign-off required in Section 4). Personnel undertaking works are appropriately trained and aware of environmental risks. 2.6 Disturbance area to be inspected for fauna no more than 2 hours prior to disturbance 2.7 Topsoil to be removed to a mm depth Subsoil to be removed to a mm depth 2.8 Post disturbance inspection checklist to be completed at completion of clearing 2.9 <Insert Other Conditions as required> Environmental Advisor Sign Off Name Signature Date Section 3: Pre-clearance checklist Pre-clearance checklist Site Requested By: Planned Clearing Start Date: Project No Lease / Lot Number: Expected Completion Date: VEGETATION CLEARING LOCATIONS ATTACH DRAWINGS / SKETCHES IF NECESSARY GPS Coordinates Location Has a Clearing & Grubbing Plan been prepared for the site? Yes No N/A Has a Site Environmental Plan (SEP) been prepared for the site? Yes No N/A Has the vegetation to be cleared been clearly delineated? Yes No N/A All trees / vegetation to be retained identified and No-Go Areas flagged/fenced off? Yes No N/A State how identified: Have habitat trees been identified and appropriately marked? Yes No N/A State how identified: Has the Environmental Advisor or Ecologist confirmed the clearing limits identified on site? Have affected structures, incl. bridges and culverts, been checked for microbats? Yes No N/A Have weed controls been implemented as per Clearing & Grubbing Plan? Yes No N/A Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 5 of 9 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331

41 Vegetation Clearing Procedure Is a Pre-Clearance fauna search required? If so is a fauna handler / ecologist scheduled for the inspection? Yes No N/A Have ERSED controls been installed as per SEP? Yes No N/A Has Heritage archival/salvage been completed? Yes No N/A Have relevant workers been shown limit of clearing, advised of fauna handling procedures and any other SHE controls (sign-off below)? Comments Yes No Sign off: Inspection completed by: Signature/Role: Date: Approval by Environmental Advisor: Signature: Equipment operators sign off: aware of Land Disturbance Permit conditions and understand requirements/clearing boundary Date: Name Signature Date Name Signature Date Name Signature Date Name Signature Date Name Signature Date Name Signature Date Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 6 of 9 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331

42 Vegetation Clearing Procedure Attachment 2 Clearing and Grubbing Plan proforma Site: Requested By: Project No: Lease / Lot Number: Planned Clearing Start Date: VEGETATION CLEARING LOCATIONS: Expected Completion Date: Attach drawing(s) and/or updated SEP to show: Clearing limits Location of erosion and sedimentation controls Location of sensitive areas and/or trees to be protected Location of weeds to be treated / removed Location of stockpile sites for mulch and/or other cleared material to be retained on site GPS Coordinates E: N: VEGETATION & HABITAT MANAGEMENT Is there a significant weed infestation? Yes No What weeds are present? How have they been demarcated? Methods for treatment / removal: Disposal destination: Has any significant flora been identified? Yes No Significant tree or flora ID: Location: Protection measures: Unsound tree ID (as per RMS G40): Location: Tree management measures: Have habitat trees been identified and appropriately marked? Yes No N/A Details of Active nests observed: Details of active species observed Method of management Relocation location WASTE MANAGEMENT Stockpile locations on site: Disposal location for excess material: Reuse/recycling arrangements for excess material: Ongoing weed suppression to be implemented on site: Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 7 of 9 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331

43 Vegetation Clearing Procedure Overall Management Details/ Additional comments: Assessment completed by: Signature/Role: Approval by Environment and Sustainability Manager: Signature: Date: Date: Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 8 of 9 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331

44 Vegetation Clearing Procedure Attachment 3 Project: Post-clearance Checklist Project No: Completed By: Vegetation Clearing Start Date: Completion Date: Note: in some regions there may be additional requirements for clearing (check with the Environmental Representative for your project). VEGETATION CLEARING LOCATIONS ATTACH DRAWINGS / SKETCHES IF NECESSARY GPS Coordinates Location Comments Was all clearing within the vegetation clearing limits? Yes No Were any trees marked as to be retained impacted by the works? Yes No Were any habitat trees impacted by the clearing works? Yes No N/A Were non-habitat trees removed before habitat trees? Yes No N/A Were any fauna, nests or other fauna features impacted by the clearing works? Yes No N/A Were any animals shocked, injured or killed as a result of the clearing works? If Yes, what action was taken? Yes No Area Cleared, Topsoil Volumes and Locations Surveyed Yes No Was the Fauna Spotter Catcher Procedure followed for any fauna impacted by the works? Yes No N/A Total number of trees (as defined by the project) cleared Comments: Inspection completed by: Signature/Role Approval by Environmental Advisor: Signature Date: Date: Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 9 of 9 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00331

45 Annexure B Fauna Spotter and Catcher Procedure Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 36 of 39

46 Fauna Spotter / Catcher Procedure Document Number Project: M4 East Design and Construct Contract Number: Document Number: M4E-ES-PRC-PWD Revision Date: 6 December 2017 Document Approval Rev Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Remarks A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC DP&E Submitted to SMC to satisfy SWTC App. C.1 4(d) requirement B 7/12/2015 CSJ Agencies 0 16/02/2016 CSJ EMM 1 06/12/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Final draft for agency consultation Endorsement of Project Ecologist Administrative updates

47 Fauna Spotter / Catcher Procedure Animal discovered and construction / clearing works pose risk of causing harm 1 Introduction 1.1 Objectives Legend Responsibilities PM Project Manager SS Site Supervisor EM Environment and Sustainability Manager EA Environment Adviser Abbreviations Client Asset Trustee STOP WORK [SS] Notify Environment Adviser immediately [SS] Establish exclusion zone Maintain a zone free of plant, equipment and personnel around the animal [EA] To ensure all impacts on fauna, including threatened and protected fauna, are minimised during construction of the Project. This procedure covers the process to be implemented when an animal is unexpectedly discovered onsite. It does not cover the process to be followed prior to vegetation clearing refer to the Vegetation Clearance procedure. 1.2 Training All personnel to receive Environmental Induction and toolbox talks 2 Fauna handling considerations Fauna type / activity Handling of snakes Handling of bats and microbats during removal of structures (e.g. bridges and culverts) Consideration Handling of snakes can be unsafe and bites from these species can result in serious illness, damage to organs or even death. Some monitor species also have anticoagulants that result in excessive bleeding. Handling of these species should be attempted by appropriately qualified personnel and utilise no-direct contact handling techniques (i.e. use of snake hook and bag as opposed to handing the animal). Some species of bats carry the Australian Bat Lyssavirus which is a form of rabies. Anyone handing bats should be vaccinated. Bats that are held should be stored in a calico bag or sealed bat nest box. Prior to clearing of existing structures, an assessment for microbats and other fauna residing in the structure shall be completed. If the assessment determines that microbats are likely roost it the structure, a site specific bat management strategy is to be developed to manage staged exclusion of the bats from the structure prior to removal. Allow free egress Ensure a clear safe path to encourage animal to leave freely [EA] Handling of frogs Handling of mammals and birds Handling of frogs can result in the spread of the Amphibian Chytrid Fungus and shall be undertaken in accordance with the DECC Hygiene Protocol for Control of Disease in Frogs (DECC 2008). Plastic gloves will be worn by the fauna spotter-catcher when handling frogs. Frogs will be placed into plastic bag (zip lock) or other plastic containers with a small amount of water and vegetation. Mammals and birds are capable of causing injury to handlers (e.g. bites, scratches) or themselves if handled incorrectly. They should be placed into a calico/hessian bag or a cardboard box. Possums which can easily rip through calico bags and should be placed within double lined canvas bags. Animal leaves site freely Animal unable or unwilling to leave site or poses a safety risk to workers Do not handle where avoidable, wait for fauna handler to arrive. If fauna handler not immediately available refer to Section 2 for guidance on interim management. [SS & EA] Arboreal animals Handling of fish and aquatic species Relocation and release of animals In the event that arboreal animals do not move or they cannot be captured because the tree hollow is too large, high or its recovery would breach safety requirements then the tree will be felled and animals recovered post-felling. Ensure that containers for holding aquatic species provide sufficient amount of water and adequate aeration. Animals should only be released at a time and place that is suitable to the species and provides it with a likely chance of survival (i.e. release should not increase the risk of stress or predation to the species). Release should not take place during periods of heavy rainfall. Fauna handler identifies and relocates fauna to suitable alternate habitat or care facility Report details of all fauna relocations and/or injured fauna to Client [EA] Release of nocturnal species Temporarily holding animals Nocturnal animals captured during the day will be immediately taken to adjacent bushland and placed into a relocated tree hollow or nest box or held until the evening and released shortly after dusk (see below for holding of animals). Collected animals may be held for a short period of time (preferably less than 24 hours prior to release). Animals kept for any purpose will be secured in a container and stored in a quiet, ventilated and preferably dark location away for construction activities. If the animal identified is threatened refer to the Unexpected Species Finds procedure Injured Animals Injured animals will be cared for according to specific animal care and ethics guidelines and be given appropriate veterinary care, and if available, the services of one of the local animal welfare groups. Recommence construction works in consultation with EA [SS & EA] Euthanasia Pest species Release site selection In some instances severely injured and pest animals may need to be euthanized. Any undertaking to euthanasia animals will only be undertaken using a suitable technique (i.e. cervical dislocation for small mammals and ice slurry for introduced fish) done by personnel trained and competent (e.g. Project Ecologist) in the use of acceptable methods of euthanasia or will be taken to a veterinarian for euthanasia. Personnel required to euthanize animals shall consider methods that are humane, painless and rapid. Pest animals are not to be released and should be euthanized (see above). During the preliminary pre-clearing assessments, the EA or ecologist is to identify suitable release sites for fauna adjacent to the project area. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 2 of 3 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00310

48 Fauna Spotter / Catcher Procedure Attachment 1: Fauna record proforma M4 East Fauna Record Date of observation: Nature of Record: Capture/Relocation Sighting only Type of fauna record Reptile Frog Bird Mammal Species name (if known) Injuries (provide details): Details of fauna capture / observation ATTACH DRAWINGS / SKETCHES IF NECESSARY GPS Coordinates (if known) Location description Construction or other activity being undertaken at site: Details of fauna relocation (if applicable) ATTACH DRAWINGS / SKETCHES IF NECESSARY Nature of Relocation: Nearby habitat Vet / fauna carer Relocation undertaken by (name & contact details): Vet / fauna carer, name and contact details: GPS Coordinates (if known) Location description Other details/drawings: Record completed by: Role/company: Contact details: Environmental Advisor Signature: Date: Date: Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 3 of 3 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00310

49 Annexure C Unexpected Species Finds Procedure Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 37 of 39

50 Unexpected Species Finds Procedure Document Number Project: M4 East Design and Construct Contract Number: Document Number: M4E-ES-PRC-PWD Revision Date: 31 October 2017 Document Approval Rev Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Remarks A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC DP&E Submitted to SMC to satisfy SWTC App. C.1 4(d) requirement B 7/12/2015 CSJ Agencies Final draft for agency consultation 0 16/02/2016 CSJ EMM Endorsement by Project Ecologist 1 31/10/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Administrative updates

51 Unexpected Species Finds Procedure 1 Introduction Threatened species or threatened ecological community discovered 1.1 Objectives Legend Responsibilities SS Site Supervisor EM Environment and Sustainability Manager EA Environment Adviser Abbreviations/acronyms Client Asset Trustee OEH Office of Environment and Heritage HOLD POINT DPI Department of Primary Industries HOLD POINT: STOP WORK [SS] Notify Environment and Sustainability Manager immediately [SS] Ecologist to conduct an assessment of significance of likely impact, develop management options [EM] Notify Client and relevant authorities (OEH and DPI (Fisheries)) as appropriate [EM] The objective of this procedure is to describe the actions to be taken when a threatened flora or fauna species or threatened ecological community is unexpectedly encountered on site. 1.2 Training All personnel to receive Environmental Induction and toolbox talks 2 Threatened species likely to occur in the area 2.1 Flora species The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) identified four flora species, classified as threatened species in NSW, which may be impacted by the project. These species are listed below. Should these species or other threatened species not considered in the EIS be found on site, works must stop and the Unexpected Species Finds Procedure must be implemented. Narrow-leafed Wilsonia (Wilsonia backhousei) Zannichellia palustris N EM to release Hold Point Recommence work and inspect regularly [EM] Likely impact identified? [EM] Consult with Client, OEH or DPI as appropriate [EM] Y A sprawling, matted shrub less than 15 cm tall. It has succulent leaves that are narrow, pointed, dark green and stalkless and are less than 20 mm long; and single white flowers that are also stalkless. It flowers in spring and summer. Grows on the margins of salt marshes, mangrove swamps and saline areas. Potential habitat may exist within the Homebush Bay Drive Civil Site and Powells Creek Civil Site A submerged aquatic plant. Leaves 2-7 cm long by less than 1 mm wide. Flowers during warmer months and dies back completely every summer. Grows in fresh or slightly saline stationary or slowly flowing water. In NSW this species dies back completely every summer. Potential habitat may exist within the Homebush Bay Drive Civil Site and Powells Creek Civil Site Develop mitigation measures as required Obtain any necessary approvals, permits or licences [EM] EM to release Hold Point Recommence work in accordance with any new mitigation measures [SS] Include species in subsequent inductions, toolbox talks and update CEMP Undertake reporting requirements as per CEMP [EM] Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 2 of 3 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD Revision Date 31 October 2017

52 Unexpected Species Finds Procedure Wallangarra White Gum (Eucalyptus scoparia) Magenta Lilly Pilly (Eucalyptus scoparia) Eastern Bentwing-bat (Miniopterus schreibersii oceanensis) Southern (or Large-footed) Myotis (Myotis macropus) A small tree to 15 m tall with smooth, powdery white to pale grey bark. The adult leaves are shiny green, cm long and 6-10 mm wide. The flower buds are oval-shaped with a conical cap, flowers are white or cream and the small gumnuts are oval-shaped, 4-5 mm long and wide. The canopy is often open and pendulous. This species is outside of its natural range and habitat, however is known to be planted in the area (including in Reg Coady Reserve, Ashfield). A small to medium sized tree that grows to 8 m tall. The bark is flaky and the leaves are shiny, dark-green above and paler underneath. Leaves can be up to 10 cm long. Plants produce white flower-clusters at the end of each branch, between November and February. The petals are small and are accompanied by prominent long stamens. The deep magenta fruits, which may be spherical or egg-shaped, mature in May, and contain a single seed. This species is outside of its natural habitat, however has potential to be planted in the project area. Has chocolate to reddish-brown fur on its back and slightly lighter coloured fur on its belly. It has a short snout and a high 'domed' head with short round ears. The wing membranes attach to the ankle, not to the base of the toe. The last bone of the third finger is much longer than the other finger-bones giving the "bent wing" appearance. It weighs up to 20 grams, has a head and body length of about 6 cm and a wingspan of cm. Caves are the primary roosting habitat, but also use derelict mines, storm-water tunnels, buildings and other man-made structures. Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa) Has disproportionately large feet; more than 8 mm long, with widelyspaced toes which are distinctly hairy and with long, curved claws. It has dark-grey to reddish brown fur above and is paler below. It weighs up to 15 grams and has a wingspan of about 28 cm. Generally roost in groups of close to water in caves, mine shafts, hollow-bearing trees, storm water channels, buildings, under bridges and in dense foliage. Curlew Sandpiper (Calidris ferruginea) 2.2 Fauna species The EIS identified three mammals and four birds, classified as threatened species in NSW, which may be impacted by the project. These species are listed below. Should these species or other threatened species not considered in the EIS be found on site, works must stop and the Unexpected Species Finds Procedure must be implemented. Grey-headed Flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) A large sandpiper (up to 44cm long) with a distinctive long, straight bill that is pink with a black tip. The plumage is grey-brown above and with below with a grey breast. Occurs in Australia August to March. Usually found in sheltered bays, estuaries and lagoons with large intertidal mudflats and/or sandflats. Individuals have been recorded in wet fields and sewerage treatment works. Little Tern (Sternula albifrons) A small shorebird (up to 23cm long) with a medium-length, downcurved bill and longish black legs. The plumage is a mottled grey above and paler below, with white eyebrows and a white rump. Occurs in Australia August to April Mainly found in intertidal mudflats of sheltered coasts. It also occurs in non-tidal swamps, lakes and lagoons on the coast and sometimes inland. White-fronted Chat (Epthianura albifrons) The largest Australian bat, with a head and body length of cm. It has dark grey fur on the body, lighter grey fur on the head and a russet collar encircling the neck. The wing membranes are black and the wingspan can be up to 1 m. It can be distinguished from other flying-foxes by the leg fur, which extends to the ankle. Feed on the nectar and pollen of native trees, in particular Eucalyptus, Melaleuca and Banksia, and fruits of rainforest trees and vines. Also forage in cultivated gardens and fruit crops. A small, slender, seabird, at less than 25 cm long. Pale grey upperparts contrast with the white chest, underbelly and the moderately long, deeply forked tail ( mm). The Little Tern has a black cap and black outer wing-edges. Typically inhabit sheltered coastal environments, including lagoons, estuaries, lakes, bays, etc, especially those with exposed sandbanks or sand-spits. A terrestrial bird, 12 cm in length and weighing approximately 13 g. It has a short slender bill, long spindly legs, a short square-tipped tail and rounded wings. Regularly sighted in the saltmarsh of Newington Nature Reserve and Sydney Olympic Park and also in nearby grassland. Usually found foraging on bare or grassy ground in wetland areas, singly or in pairs. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 3 of 3 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD Revision Date 31 October 2017

53 Annexure D Weed Management Procedure Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 38 of 39

54 Weed Management Procedure Document Number Project: M4 East Design and Construct Contract Number: Document Number: M4E-ES-PRC-PWD Revision Date: 6 December 2017 Document Approval Rev Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by Remarks A 23/11/2015 CSJ SMC DP&E Submitted to SMC to satisfy SWTC App. C.1 4(d) requirement B 7/12/2015 CSJ Agencies 0 11/02/2016 CSJ EMM 1 06/12/2017 CSJ Ryan Franklin Don Johnson Final draft for agency consultation Endorsement of Project Ecologist Administrative update

55 Weed Management Procedure Legend Responsibilities SS Site Supervisor EM Environment and Sustainability Manager EA Environmental Adviser Assess site: Undertake weed audit of site Prepare weed maps for project area [EA] 1 Introduction 1.1 Objectives To detail weed management and control practices to be implemented throughout construction to minimise the risk of spread of weed species into, out of the project area and between construction sites. 1.2 Training Establish environmental controls Establish exclusion areas where necessary to separate areas of significant weed infestation Install wheel wash and rumble grids at construction sites Program works from least to most weed infested areas, where possible [EA] All personnel to receive Environmental Induction and toolbox talks. 2 Weed management procedure 2.1 Weed mapping A preliminary weed list is provided in Attachment 1 that was prepared during field surveys undertaken for the M4 East EIS. Determine weed removal methods Treatment methods and timing to be determined by species ecology and construction requirements and to be informed by an ecologist or weed specialist Weed removal requirements to be provided in Clearing and Grubbing Plan [EA] Undertake weed control/removal Undertake slashing / mowing of weed infestations prior to seeding Weed removal and management to be in accordance with a Clearing and Grubbing Plan, prepared in accordance with the Vegetation Clearing Procedure [EM] Ongoing management Clean machinery, vehicles and footwear when moving between sites Ensure topsoil imported onto site is free of weed propagules (test at a NATA-approved laboratory if required) Minimise soil disturbance within weed infested areas Monitor disturbed and rehabilitated sites for presence of weeds [EA] Dispose of weeds Dispose of weeds and weed contaminated material, including soil, at an appropriately licensed waste management facility in accordance with the Waste and Resource Management Plan Cover loads that contain weed material Do not use weeds as mulch Do not reuse vegetation or topsoil containing weed material on site unless appropriately treated [EM] Stabilise area All bare soil areas should be stabilised to minimise erosion and further weed problems [SS] Detailed weed identification and mapping will be undertaken of construction sites and adjacent areas by the Project Ecologist during pre-clearing surveys, and/or personnel trained in weed management prior to the commencement of construction. 2.2 Weed control Weed control is to be undertaken in accordance with the Vegetation Clearance Procedure and Roads and Maritime Biodiversity Guidelines (RTA 2011). Weed control methods will also consider Council requirements, where feasible. Timing Where possible, weed removal should be undertaken prior to development of seed (early spring is generally the best time for most weed treatment and removal). If weeds have produced seed, seeds should be contained and removed prior to or during weed removal where feasible. All works are to be undertaken from least to worst weed affected areas where feasible. Weed control techniques A guide to weed removal techniques for each weed species will be developed by a weed specialist once detailed weed mapping has been undertaken. Weed control techniques to be applied in each case will depend on the species, time of year and extent of infestation. Hand removal and other minimal impact techniques should be the first preference where practical. Requirements for weed control and disposal will be detailed in the site-specific Clearing and Grubbing Plan, prepared in accordance with the Vegetation Clearing Procedure. In areas of high weed infestation identified during the pre-clearing surveys, ensure all plant, vehicles and footwear are washed down in an allocated wash-down area prior to departing site for the duration of construction to avoid the spread of weeds. Application of herbicides and/or pesticides should be undertaken by suitably trained and certified personnel in accordance with WorkCover requirements. 2.3 Ongoing management Disturbed and/or rehabilitated sites are to be monitored for new weeds and weed infestations during the weekly environmental inspection and any observations recorded on the weekly environmental inspection checklist. Any further weed control activities required are to be actioned in accordance with Section 8.1 of the CEMP. 2.4 Weed disposal Where weeds cannot be effectively destroyed prior to topsoil stripping, contaminated topsoil will be isolated and either sterilised, encapsulated by deep burying, or disposed of at an approved off site facility (in accordance with the Waste and Resource Management Plan). Weeds are to be segregated and bagged (where possible) when disposing off site. Transport must be covered to further reduce the potential for spread of weed propagules. Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 2 of 5 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00333

56 Weed status Inner West Burwood Canada Bay Strathfield Weed status Inner West Burwood Canada Bay Strathfield Weed Management Procedure Attachment 1 Noxious and environmental weeds known to occur in the project area Table 1 identifies all weed species identified during vegetation surveys undertaken for the M4 East EIS. Weed status, i.e. Noxious (N) or Environmental (E) is provided as well as noxious weed class. Noxious weed classifications are provided in Table 2. Refer to the Noxious Weeds (Weed Control) Order 2014 for the legal requirements for each species declared within each Local Government Area (LGA). Only Class 4 Noxious Weeds have been recorded in the project area. Weed species Scientific name Common Name Noxious weed class by LGA Image Table 1 Weed species Noxious and environmental weeds Noxious weed class by LGA Image Cardiospermum grandiflorum Balloon Vine N Scientific name Common Name Araujia sericifera Moth Vine N Cinnamomum camphora Camphor Laurel E Asparagus aethiopicus Asparagus Fern N Cotoneaster glaucophyllus Cotoneaster E Asparagus plumosus Climbing Asparagus Fern N Ehrharta erecta Panic Veldtgrass E Bidens pilosa Cobbler's Pegs E Bromus catharticus Prairie Grass E Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 3 of 5 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00333

57 Weed status Weed status Inner West Burwood Canada Bay Strathfield Inner West Burwood Canada Bay Strathfield Weed Management Procedure Weed species Noxious weed class by LGA Image Weed species Noxious weed class by LGA Image Scientific name Common Name Scientific name Common Name Foeniculum vulgare Fennel E Ligustrum sinense Small-leaved Privet N Ochna serrulata Mickey Mouse Plant N Ipomoea indica Morning Glory N Olea europaea subsp. cuspidata African Olive E Lantana camara Lantana N Paspalum dilatatum Paspalum E Lantana montevidensis Creeping Lantana N Pennisetum clandestinum Kikuyu Grass E Ligustrum lucidum Large-leaved Privet N Senna pendula var. glabrata E Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 4 of 5 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00333

58 Weed status Inner West Burwood Canada Bay Strathfield Weed Management Procedure Weed species Noxious weed class by LGA Image Scientific name Common Name Sida rhombifolia Paddy's Lucerne E Solanum nigrum Black-berry Nightshade E # E Environmental; N - Noxious Table 2 Noxious weed classifications Control class Class 1 Class 2 Class 3 Class 4 Example control requirements The plant must be eradicated from the land and the land must be kept free of the plant. The weeds are also "notifiable" and a range of restrictions on their sale and movement exist. The plant must be eradicated from the land and the land must be kept free of the plant. The weeds are also "notifiable" and a range of restrictions on their sale and movement exist. The plant must be fully and continuously suppressed and destroyed.* The growth of the plant must be managed in a manner that continuously inhibits the ability of the plant to spread* Class 5 There are no requirements to control existing plants of Class 5 weeds. However, the weeds are "notifiable" and a range of restrictions on their sale and movement exists. * In some cases the following wording has also been inserted the plant may not be sold, propagated or knowingly distributed Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 5 of 5 M4E-ES-PRC-PWD-00333

59 Annexure E Flora and fauna constraints map The following constraints maps have been developed using the OEH data set The Native Vegetation of the Sydney Metropolitan Area (OEH 2013), VIS_ID Project M4 East Design and Construct Page 39 of 39

60 POWELLS CREEK HOMEBUSH BAY DRIVE SALEYARDS CREEK POMEROY STREET LEGEND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION FOOTPRINT BRIDGES & CULVERTS WATERWAY ANCILLARY FACILITIES FLORA OTHER FLORA VALUES WET SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS SYDNEY TURPENTINE-IRONBARK FOREST DRY SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS CASTLEREAGH IRONBARK FOREST COASTAL ENRICHED SANDSTONE DRY FOREST COASTAL SANDSTONE FORESHORES FOREST FORESTED WETLANDS RIVERFLAT PAPERBARK SWAMP FOREST ESTUARINE SWAMP OAK FOREST FRESHWATER WETLANDS ESTUARINE REEDLAND SALINE WETLANDS ESTUARINE MANGROVE FOREST ESTUARINE SALTMARSH SEAGRASS MEADOWS B A Rev Issued for Information Issued for Information Description Date Approved Scales m Sheet Index 01 1:5, Client Status Original Size Coordinate System Height Datum Filename: ISSUED FOR INFORMATION NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION A3 MGA ZONE 56 AHD Drawn Designed Date Printed FLORA FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP mxd DD DD Project M4E WESTCONNEX M4 EAST FLORA & FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP Company Area Discipline Document Lot Number Document No. CSJ 0000 LA SK Rev B

61 HOMEBUSH BAY DRIVE POWELLS CREEK SALEYARDS CREEK POMEROY STREET UNDERWOOD ROAD UNDERWOOD ROAD QUEEN LANE SITE LEGEND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION FOOTPRINT BRIDGES & CULVERTS WATERWAY ANCILLARY FACILITIES FLORA OTHER FLORA VALUES WET SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS SYDNEY TURPENTINE-IRONBARK FOREST DRY SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS CASTLEREAGH IRONBARK FOREST COASTAL ENRICHED SANDSTONE DRY FOREST COASTAL SANDSTONE FORESHORES FOREST FORESTED WETLANDS RIVERFLAT PAPERBARK SWAMP FOREST ESTUARINE SWAMP OAK FOREST FRESHWATER WETLANDS ESTUARINE REEDLAND SALINE WETLANDS ESTUARINE MANGROVE FOREST ESTUARINE SALTMARSH SEAGRASS MEADOWS POWELLS CREEK B A Rev Issued for Information Issued for Information Description Date Approved Scales m Sheet Index 01 1:5, Client Status Original Size Coordinate System Height Datum Filename: ISSUED FOR INFORMATION NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION A3 MGA ZONE 56 AHD Drawn Designed Date Printed FLORA FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP mxd DD DD Project M4E WESTCONNEX M4 EAST FLORA & FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP Company Area Discipline Document Lot Number Document No. CSJ 0000 LA SK Rev B

62 POWELLS CREEK CONCORD ROAD CONCORD ROAD POMEROY STREET UNDERWOOD ROAD UNDERWOOD ROAD QUEEN LANE SITE LEGEND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION FOOTPRINT BRIDGES & CULVERTS WATERWAY ANCILLARY FACILITIES FLORA OTHER FLORA VALUES POWELLS CREEK COASTAL ENRICHED SANDSTONE DRY FOREST COASTAL SANDSTONE FORESHORES FOREST FORESTED WETLANDS RIVERFLAT PAPERBARK SWAMP FOREST ESTUARINE SWAMP OAK FOREST FRESHWATER WETLANDS ESTUARINE REEDLAND WET SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS SYDNEY TURPENTINE-IRONBARK FOREST SALINE WETLANDS ESTUARINE MANGROVE FOREST POWELLS CREEK DRY SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS CASTLEREAGH IRONBARK FOREST ESTUARINE SALTMARSH SEAGRASS MEADOWS B A Rev Issued for Information Issued for Information Description Date Approved Scales m Sheet Index 01 1:5, Client Status Original Size Coordinate System Height Datum Filename: ISSUED FOR INFORMATION NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION A3 MGA ZONE 56 AHD Drawn Designed Date Printed FLORA FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP mxd DD DD Project M4E WESTCONNEX M4 EAST FLORA & FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP Company Area Discipline Document Lot Number Document No. CSJ 0000 LA SK Rev B

63 ST LUKES CANAL CONCORD ROAD CINTRA PARK CONCORD ROAD QUEEN LANE SITE LEGEND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION FOOTPRINT BRIDGES & CULVERTS WATERWAY ANCILLARY FACILITIES COASTAL ENRICHED SANDSTONE DRY FOREST COASTAL SANDSTONE FORESHORES FOREST FORESTED WETLANDS RIVERFLAT PAPERBARK SWAMP FOREST ESTUARINE SWAMP OAK FOREST FLORA POWELLS CREEK OTHER FLORA VALUES FRESHWATER WETLANDS ESTUARINE REEDLAND WET SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS SYDNEY TURPENTINE-IRONBARK FOREST DRY SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS CASTLEREAGH IRONBARK FOREST SALINE WETLANDS ESTUARINE MANGROVE FOREST ESTUARINE SALTMARSH SEAGRASS MEADOWS B A Rev Issued for Information Issued for Information Description Date Approved Scales m Sheet Index 01 1:5, Client Status Original Size Coordinate System Height Datum Filename: ISSUED FOR INFORMATION NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION A3 MGA ZONE 56 AHD Drawn Designed Date Printed FLORA FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP mxd DD DD Project M4E WESTCONNEX M4 EAST FLORA & FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP Company Area Discipline Document Lot Number Document No. CSJ 0000 LA SK Rev B

64 ST LUKES CANAL BARNWELL PARK CANAL CINTRA PARK LEGEND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION FOOTPRINT BRIDGES & CULVERTS WATERWAY ANCILLARY FACILITIES FLORA OTHER FLORA VALUES WET SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS SYDNEY TURPENTINE-IRONBARK FOREST DRY SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS CASTLEREAGH IRONBARK FOREST COASTAL ENRICHED SANDSTONE DRY FOREST COASTAL SANDSTONE FORESHORES FOREST FORESTED WETLANDS RIVERFLAT PAPERBARK SWAMP FOREST ESTUARINE SWAMP OAK FOREST FRESHWATER WETLANDS ESTUARINE REEDLAND SALINE WETLANDS ESTUARINE MANGROVE FOREST ESTUARINE SALTMARSH SEAGRASS MEADOWS B A Rev Issued for Information Issued for Information Description Date Approved Scales m Sheet Index 01 1:5, Client Status Original Size Coordinate System Height Datum Filename: ISSUED FOR INFORMATION NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION A3 MGA ZONE 56 AHD Drawn Designed Date Printed FLORA FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP mxd DD DD Project M4E WESTCONNEX M4 EAST FLORA & FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP Company Area Discipline Document Lot Number Document No. CSJ 0000 LA SK Rev B

65 BARNWELL PARK CANAL FIVE DOCK RMS CINTRA PARK IRON COVE CREEK NORTHCOTE STREET WATTLE STREET LEGEND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION FOOTPRINT BRIDGES & CULVERTS WATERWAY ANCILLARY FACILITIES FLORA OTHER FLORA VALUES WET SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS SYDNEY TURPENTINE-IRONBARK FOREST DRY SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS CASTLEREAGH IRONBARK FOREST COASTAL ENRICHED SANDSTONE DRY FOREST COASTAL SANDSTONE FORESHORES FOREST FORESTED WETLANDS RIVERFLAT PAPERBARK SWAMP FOREST ESTUARINE SWAMP OAK FOREST FRESHWATER WETLANDS ESTUARINE REEDLAND SALINE WETLANDS ESTUARINE MANGROVE FOREST ESTUARINE SALTMARSH SEAGRASS MEADOWS WATTLE STREET B A Rev Issued for Information Issued for Information Description Date Approved Scales m Sheet Index 01 1:5, Client Status Original Size Coordinate System Height Datum Filename: ISSUED FOR INFORMATION NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION A3 MGA ZONE 56 AHD Drawn Designed Date Printed FLORA FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP mxd DD DD Project M4E WESTCONNEX M4 EAST FLORA & FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP Company Area Discipline Document Lot Number Document No. CSJ 0000 LA SK Rev B

66 IRON COVE CREEK WATTLE STREET WATTLE STREET FIVE DOCK RMS WATTLE STREET NORTHCOTE STREET WATTLE STREET PARRAMATTA ROAD LEGEND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION FOOTPRINT BRIDGES & CULVERTS WATERWAY ANCILLARY FACILITIES FLORA OTHER FLORA VALUES WET SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS SYDNEY TURPENTINE-IRONBARK FOREST DRY SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS CASTLEREAGH IRONBARK FOREST COASTAL ENRICHED SANDSTONE DRY FOREST COASTAL SANDSTONE FORESHORES FOREST FORESTED WETLANDS RIVERFLAT PAPERBARK SWAMP FOREST ESTUARINE SWAMP OAK FOREST FRESHWATER WETLANDS ESTUARINE REEDLAND SALINE WETLANDS ESTUARINE MANGROVE FOREST ESTUARINE SALTMARSH SEAGRASS MEADOWS B A Rev Issued for Information Issued for Information Description Date Approved Scales m Sheet Index 01 1:5, Client Status Original Size Coordinate System Height Datum Filename: ISSUED FOR INFORMATION NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION A3 MGA ZONE 56 AHD Drawn Designed Date Printed FLORA FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP mxd DD DD Project M4E WESTCONNEX M4 EAST FLORA & FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP Company Area Discipline Document Lot Number Document No. CSJ 0000 LA SK Rev B

67 IRON COVE CREEK FIVE DOCK RMS NORTHCOTE STREET WATTLE STREET WATTLE STREET WATTLE STREET WATTLE STREET LEGEND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION FOOTPRINT BRIDGES & CULVERTS WATERWAY ANCILLARY FACILITIES FLORA OTHER FLORA VALUES WET SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS SYDNEY TURPENTINE-IRONBARK FOREST DRY SCLEROPHYLL FORESTS CASTLEREAGH IRONBARK FOREST COASTAL ENRICHED SANDSTONE DRY FOREST COASTAL SANDSTONE FORESHORES FOREST FORESTED WETLANDS RIVERFLAT PAPERBARK SWAMP FOREST ESTUARINE SWAMP OAK FOREST FRESHWATER WETLANDS ESTUARINE REEDLAND SALINE WETLANDS PARRAMATTA ESTUARINE MANGROVE FOREST ROAD ESTUARINE SALTMARSH SEAGRASS MEADOWS B A Rev Issued for Information Issued for Information Description Date Approved Scales m Sheet Index 01 1:5, Client Status Original Size Coordinate System Height Datum Filename: ISSUED FOR INFORMATION NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION A3 MGA ZONE 56 AHD Drawn Designed Date Printed FLORA FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP mxd DD DD Project M4E WESTCONNEX M4 EAST FLORA & FAUNA CONSTRAINTS MAP Company Area Discipline Document Lot Number Document No. CSJ 0000 LA SK Rev B