DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING ABATTOIR ON ERF 11926, WORCESTER. DEADP Ref: 16/3/3/1/B2/32/1080/18

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1 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING ABATTOIR ON ERF 11926, WORCESTER 74 Stockenstroom Street Worcester 6850 PO Box 250 Worcester 6849 Tel Fax

2 EMPr compiled by : BolandEnviro CC Applicant : Nardus Family Trust Report Status : Draft EMPr submitted as part of the Draft Basic Assessment Report DEADP Ref : 16/3/3/1/B2/32/1080/18

3 1 Contents 1. INTRODUCTION ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME (EMPr) PURPOSE OF EMPR DESCRIPTIVE OVERVIEW LOCATION OWNERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT SITE DESCRIPTION SITE ACCESS THE RECEIVING ENVIRONMENT EMPR PHASING PRE CONSTRUCTION PHASE CONSTRUCTION PHASE OPERATIONAL PHASE CLOSURE AND DECOMMISSIONING PHASE LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACT (NEMA, ACT 107 OF 1998) NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: BIODIVERSITY ACT (NEMBA)(ACT 10 OF 2004) NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: WASTE ACT (ACT 59 OF 2008) NATIONAL WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY ENVIRONMENT CONSERVATION ACT, 1989 (ECA) NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: AIR QUALITY ACT, 2004 (ACT 39 OF 2004) MEAT SAFETY ACT (ACT 40 OF 2000) POULTRY REGULATIONS (GN 153 OF 2006) RED MEAT REGULATIONS (GN 1072 OF 2004) ANIMAL DISEASES ACT (ACT NO.3 OF 1984) ANIMAL PROTECTION ACT (ACT 71 OF 1962) THE WATER ACT 1956 (ACT 54 OF 1956) AS AMENDED BY THE WATER AMENDMENT ACT 1984 (ACT 96 OF 1984) OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT (ACT 85 OF 1993) NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES... 16

4 6.1 FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Holder Of The Environmental Authorisation Abattoir Employees ENGINEERS, CONTRACTORS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL OFFICER (ECO) Monitoring Responsibilities Of The Eco Authority of the ECO Appointment Of An Environmental Site Officer (If Necessary) CHANGES TO THE EMPr RECORD KEEPING ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLETION STATEMENT PRE-CONSTRUCTION DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS ABATTOIR DESIGN PRINCIPLES ENERGY CONSERVATION Solar Heating Water Systems Energy Efficient Lighting Solar Energy- Generation of electricity Geyser and pipe insulation WATER CONSERVATION WASTE-RELATED ACTIVITIES IDENTIFIED IN THE BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT CONSTRUCTION PHASE MANAGEMENT PLAN (C-EMP) METHOD STATEMENTS Method Statements Required: Health And Safety OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PHASE BIOSECURITY HEALTH AND SAFETY GENERAL OPERATIONS OF SONRISE CHICKEN ABATTOIR Emergency / Contingency Preparedness Chemical Management (if required) POLLUTION AND WASTE MANAGEMENT Organic Biodegradable Waste Solid Waste Odour... 38

5 14 MONITORING AND REPORTING COMPLAINTS NON-COMPLIANCE PROCEDURES DECOMMISSIONING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PHASE FINALISATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME Figure 1: Map showing the location of Erf 11926, Worcester with notable surrounding features. (Map sourced from Government topo-cadastral map 3319) Figure 2: Locality map showing the location of Erf 11926, Worcester. (Map sourced from Government topo-cadastral map G3319cb) Figure 3: Aerial image of Erf 11926, Worcester indicating the existing abattoir. (Source: Breede Valley Interactive Map, 2018)... 44

6 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS BSP CARA CBA DEA DEA&DP DAFF DWS EA ECA ECO EIA EMPr GIS Biodiversity Sector Plan - to inform land use planning, environmental assessments, land and water use authorisations, as well as natural resource management, undertaken by a range of sectors whose policies and decisions impact on biodiversity. Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (Act 43 of 1983) - provides for control over the utilization of the natural agricultural resources of the Republic in order to promote the conservation of the soil, the water sources and the vegetation and the combating of weeds and invader plants; and for matters connected therewith. Critical Biodiversity Area - areas required to meet biodiversity targets for ecosystems, species and ecological processes, as identified in a systematic biodiversity plan. National Department of Environmental Affairs the national authority responsible for the sustainable environmental management and integrated planning. Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning the provincial authority for sustainable environmental management and integrated development planning. The competent authority is this case. Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries the national authority responsible for the agricultural, forestry and fishery sector and its management. DAFF is mandated to enforce the National Forestry Act (NFA). Permits for the removal or pruning of protected tree species e.g. Milkwoods must be obtained from this entity. Department of Water & Sanitation Affairs National authority mandated to enforce the National Water Act (NWA). Environmental Authorisation Authorisation obtained on completion of an Environmental Impact Assessment in terms of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA). Environment Conservation Act, To provide for the effective protection and controlled utilization of the environment and for matters incidental thereto. Ecological Control Officer independent site agent appointed to observe and enforce the implementation of environmental policies and principles on a development site. Environmental Impact Assessment - a process of evaluating the likely environmental impacts of a proposed project or development, taking into account inter-related socio-economic, cultural and human-health impacts, both beneficial and adverse. Environmental Management Programme an environmental management tool used to ensure that undue or reasonably avoidable adverse impacts of the construction, operation and decommissioning of a project are prevented and that positive benefits of the projects are enhanced. Geographic Information System - system designed to capture, store, manipulate, analyse, manage, and present all types of geographical data.

7 GPS Global Positioning System - a radio navigation system that allows land, sea, and airborne users to determine their exact location, velocity, and time 24 hours a day, in all weather conditions, anywhere in the world. NEMA National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998, as amended) national legislation that provides principles for decision-making on matters that affect the environment. NEM:BA National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (Act No.10 of 2004) provides for the management and conservation of South African biodiversity within the framework of NEMA. NFA National Forestry Act (Act No.84 of 1998) - provides for the protection of forests, as well as specific tree species within South Africa. NSBA National Spatial Biodiversity Assessment aims to assess the state of South Africa s biodiversity based on best available science, with a view to understanding trends over time and informing policy and decision-making across a range of sectors. NWA National Water Act (Act No.36 of 1998) - ensures that South Africa's water resources are protected, used and manag

8 1. INTRODUCTION This document contains the Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) and has been applied in support of an application by Nardus Family Trust (the Applicant) for the environmental authorisation of listed activities relating to the expansion of an abattoir on Erf 11926, Worcester. The main purpose of this Environmental Management Programme ( EMPr ) is to prevent avoidable damage and/or minimise or mitigate unavoidable environmental damage associated with any construction, maintenance, or demolition work where there is a risk of environmental damage and to enhance positive benefits of the project. It is essential that the EMPr be carefully studied, understood, implemented and adhered to at all time. Expansion or adaptation of this management plan may be required in specific circumstances, but may require approval by the DEA&DP. The EMPr has been drafted taking into account the Western Cape Provincial Guideline for Environmental Management Plans (2005). The scope and the level of detail have been adjusted to an appropriately restricted level, reflecting the following considerations: The assessment of impacts Mitigation & monitoring requirements Legal requirements The complexity of the project activities 2. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME (EMPr) 2.1 PURPOSE OF EMPR This Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) provides an operational framework for avoiding, minimising and remedying environmental degradation in and around the proposed citrus development, thereby giving practical effect to the Applicant's statutory Duty of Care. The EMPr also provides guidance on ecological monitoring in support of adaptive management. The EMP is a condition of environmental authorisation and is therefore legally enforceable. It may also need to be amended in order to respond to changing environmental conditions or new information. This EMPr shall be binding on all the parties involved in the construction and operational phases of the project, and shall be enforceable at all levels of contract and operational management within the project. The EMPr has the following objectives: The outline mitigation measures and environmental specifications which are required to be implemented for the planning, construction, rehabilitation and operation phases of the project in order to minimise the extent of environmental impacts, and to manage environmental impacts associated with ephemeral drainage lines.

9 To ensure that the construction and operation phases do not result in undue or reasonable avoidable adverse environmental impacts, and ensure that any potential environmental benefits are enhanced. To identify entities who will be responsible for the implementation of the measures and outline functions and responsibilities. To propose mechanisms for monitoring compliance, and preventing long-term or permanent environmental degradation. To facilitate appropriate and proactive responses to unforeseen events or changes in project implementation that was not considered in the EIA process. The mitigation measures identified within the Environmental Impact Assessment process are systematically addressed in the EMP, ensuring the minimisation of adverse environmental impacts to an acceptable level. To achieve effective environmental management, it is important that Contractors are aware of their responsibilities in terms of the relevant environmental legislation and the contents of this EMP. The Contractor is responsible for informing employees and sub-contractors of their environmental obligations in terms of the environmental specifications, and for ensuring that employees are adequately experienced and properly trained in order to execute the works in a manner that will minimise environmental impacts. The Contractors obligations in this regard include the following: Ensuring that employees have a basic understanding of the key environmental features of the construction site and surrounding environment. Ensuring that a copy of the EMP is readily available on-site that all site staff is aware of the location and has access to the document. Employees must be familiar with the requirements of the EMP and the environmental specifications as they apply to the construction of the facility. Ensuring that, prior to commencing any site works, all employees and subcontractors have attended an appropriate Environmental Awareness Training course. The course must provide the site staff with an appreciation of the project s environmental requirements, the EMP specifications, and how they are to be implemented. Awareness of any other environmental matters, which are deemed to be necessary by the ECO. Any changes or deviations to this EMPr must be authorised by the competent authority.

10 3 DESCRIPTIVE OVERVIEW 3.1 LOCATION Location of all proposed sites: Farm / Erf name(s) and number(s) (including Portions thereof) for each proposed site: 15 Toen Street, Worcester 6849 Property size(s) in m 2 for each proposed site: m 2 Development footprint size(s) in m 2 : Surveyor General (SG) 21 digit code for each proposed site: Erf 11926, Worcester The current abattoir has a footprint of 2490 m 2 and the proposed building expansion will have a footprint of approximately 1945 m 2 C OWNERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT Applicant / Organisation / Organ of State: Contact person: Nardus Family Trust Frederik Louw Private Bag X319 Telephone: Postal Code: 6849 Cellular: Fax: Sunset@breede.co.za Postal address: 3.3 SITE DESCRIPTION The site is located within the industrial area of Worcester and does not contain any natural veld. The site is completely transformed with hard surfaces in the form of an abattoir, parking and driveways. The closest residential areas to the proposed development are Roodewal, Esselen Park and Zwelethemba. The proposed development is approximately 500 metres from Zwelethemba, 1 km from Roodewal, and 1.5 km from Esselen Park. The Hex River is situated about 280 m southeast of the abattoir. The site is situated on a flat landscape with no hills or slopes adjacent to it. 3.4 SITE ACCESS The site is accessed through a gate onto Toen Street. Additional traffic flows associated with the chicken slaughtering activities are unlikely to have a significant impact on road capacity, as the area currently experiences low levels of traffic, and increases associated with the abattoir will be minimal.

11 3.5 THE RECEIVING ENVIRONMENT The Property is located in the industrial area in the eastern part of Worcester. The surrounding properties to the north, east and south are used for industrial purposes, while the southern boundary borders public open space through which the Hex River flows. 4 EMPR PHASING 4.1 PRE CONSTRUCTION PHASE The pre-construction phase refers to the design phase of the project. This will ensure that any requirements and best practise mechanisms are built into the planning / design phase to be developed in the construction and operational phase. 4.2 CONSTRUCTION PHASE The construction phase refers to the actual construction of the development on the property, and includes all earthworks and installation of bulk services (water, sewerage, roads, stormwater, electricity, etc.) 4.3 OPERATIONAL PHASE The operational phase of this project includes all the facets of the abattoir, including the handling of animals. Processing of carcasses and by-products and the disposal of waste materials. This EMPr includes several recommendations sourced from the Red Meat Regulations and in terms of Best Practice, but must not been as exhaustive. The Applicant must ensure that the Operational Phase maintains the underpinning principles Duty-of-Care-to-the-Environment and ideals of sustainable development. 4.4 CLOSURE AND DECOMMISSIONING PHASE Decommissioning refers to the process of removing the operating assets of any development after completion of the operating life cycle. An abattoirs life span is subject to outside influences such as economic factors which could cause closure or the need for an upgrade beyond the capacity of the cadastral unit. This could lead to closure or decommissioning. Some abattoirs in the country are already nearing 80 years of life. In general abattoir lifespan is estimated at over 20 years. However, since this is an unknown co -efficient, specific management recommendations are not included with this EMPr. In the event that decommissioning is required, all relevant legal processes must be complied with.

12 5 LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS 5.1 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACT (NEMA, ACT 107 OF 1998) The National Environmental Management Act (NEMA, Act 107 of 1998, as amended), makes provision for the identification and assessment of activities that are potentially detrimental to the environment and which require authorisation from the competent authority (in this case, the provincial Department of Environmental Affairs & Development Planning (DEA&DP)) based on the findings of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). NEMA embraces the notion of sustainable development as contained in the Constitution of South Africa (Act 106 of 1996) in that everyone has the right: - to an environment that is not harmful to their health or wellbeing; and - to have the environment protected for the benefit of present and future generations through reasonable legislative and other measures. NEMA aims to provide for cooperative environmental governance by establishing principles for decision-making on all matters relating to the environment and by means of Environmental Implementation Plans (EIP) and Environmental Management Plans/Programmes (EMPr), of which this CMP is one. Principles contained in Section 2 of the NEMA, amongst other things, prescribe that environmental management must: In order of priority aim to: avoid, minimise or remedy disturbance of ecosystems and loss of biodiversity; Avoid degradation of the environment and avoid jeopardising ecosystem integrity; Pursue the best practicable environmental option by means of integrated environmental management; Protect the environment as the people s common heritage; Control and minimise environmental damage; and Pay specific attention to management and planning procedures pertaining to sensitive, vulnerable, highly dynamic or stressed ecosystems It is incumbent upon the landowner, to ensure that the abovementioned principles, entrenched in this EMPr are upheld and complied with. No Specialist Studies were identified for the expansion of the abattoir as the activity takes place within an area defined for industrial purposes. The abattoir is subject to Norms and Standards in terms of the Red Meat Regulations which specify design, layout, structure and infrastructure. 5.2 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: BIODIVERSITY ACT (NEMBA)(ACT 10 OF 2004) This Act controls the management and conservation of South African biodiversity within the framework of NEMA. Amongst others, it deals with the protection of species and ecosystems

13 that warrant national protection, as well as the sustainable use of indigenous biological resources. Sections 52 & 53 of this Act specifically make provision for the protection of critically endangered, endangered, vulnerable and protected ecosystems that have undergone, or have a risk of undergoing, significant degradation of ecological structure, function or composition as a result of human intervention through threatening processes. The National List of Threatened Ecosystems (Notice 1477 of 2009, Government Gazette No.,32689, 6 November 2009) was gazetted in The list of threatened terrestrial ecosystems supersedes the information regarding terrestrial ecosystem status in the National Spatial Biodiversity Assessment (NSBA) 2004 & In the case of Erf Worcester, the entire property is located within the urban edge in an area designated for industrial use, has been significantly transformed and as such this Act has no applicability. 5.3 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: WASTE ACT (ACT 59 OF 2008) NEM:WA deals with the handling, depositing, treatment, processing, recycling, re-use and/or storage of both general and hazardous waste products. This Act was assented by the President on 10 March 2009 and enacted on 3 July Subsequently all waste related activities are omitted from NEMA and must be authorized in terms of NEM:WA. 5.4 NATIONAL WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY The National Waste Management Strategy presents the South African government's strategy for integrated waste management for South Africa. It deals among others with: Integrated Waste Management Planning, Waste Information Systems, Waste Minimisation, Recycling, Waste Collection and Transportation, Waste Treatment, Waste Disposal and Implementing Instruments. 5.5 ENVIRONMENT CONSERVATION ACT, 1989 (ECA) The EIA regulations contained in the Environmental Conservation Act (ECA) have been replaced by NEMA. However, property owners must comply with the draft regulations pertaining to noise as published in the province of Western Cape Provincial Extraordinary Gazette as provision made in section 25 of the ECA), as well as Section 24 of the ECA regarding waste management and Section 20 of the ECA dealing with waste management under Part IV, Control of Environmental Pollution.

14 5.6 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: AIR QUALITY ACT, 2004 (ACT 39 OF 2004) The purpose of the Act is to protect the environment by providing reasonable measures for the prevention of pollution and ecological degradation and for securing ecologically sustainable development while promoting justifiable economic and social development; to provide for national norms and standards regulating air quality monitoring, management and control by all spheres of government; for specific air quality measures; and for matters incidental thereto. Section 35(2) of the Act is of potential relevance. It specifies that the occupier of any premises must take all reasonable steps to prevent the emission of any offensive odour caused by any activity on such premises. The proposed development is not expected to result in the emission of offensive odours, particularly as chickens will not be raised on the property. 5.7 MEAT SAFETY ACT (ACT 40 OF 2000) The Act aims to provide for measures to promote meat safety and the safety of animal products; to establish and maintain essential national standards in respect of abattoirs; to regulate the importation and exportation of meat; to establish meat safety schemes; and to provide for matters connected therewith. The Act ensures that any meat product designated for public consumption must be slaughtered at a registered facility. The facility must comply with health and safety standards as provided for in the Act. The Act also provides guidelines to determine the grading of facilities. 5.8 POULTRY REGULATIONS (GN 153 OF 2006) The Poultry Regulations were promulgated by the Minister of Agriculture in terms of section 22 of the Meat Safety Act (Act No. 40 of 2000). The purpose of the Regulations is inter alia to provide for measures to promote poultry meat safety and the safety of poultry products; to establish and maintain essential national standards in respect of poultry abattoirs; to establish meat safety schemes; and to provide for matters connected there with. The Regulations came into effect on 24 February RED MEAT REGULATIONS (GN 1072 OF 2004) To provide for measures to promote meat safety and the safety of animal products; to establish and maintain essential national standards in respect of abattoirs; to regulate the importation and exportation of meat; to establish meat safety schemes; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

15 5.10 ANIMAL DISEASES ACT (ACT NO.3 OF 1984) This Act is of importance since the regulations were amended on 13 November 2009 by Regulation The amendment addresses the use of proteins from ruminant origins (excluding milk and milk products) and their disposal. Therefore it has a direct effect on the manufacturing of blood and bone meal. Part of the onsite monitoring by the veterinary public health officials is to ensure that biosecurity within the abattoir is maintained ANIMAL PROTECTION ACT (ACT 71 OF 1962) This Act pertains to the slaughtering requirements and specifications for the transportation, bleeding, stunning and lairage of animals in confined areas. The building plans and Throughput certificates issued to abattoirs take these into account THE WATER ACT 1956 (ACT 54 OF 1956) AS AMENDED BY THE WATER AMENDMENT ACT 1984 (ACT 96 OF 1984). This Act and its Amendment regulate the use of water for industrial purposes, and abattoir owners are advised to obtain a copy of this Act and to study it carefully especially the Amendment OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT (ACT 85 OF 1993) The Act provides for the health and safety of persons at work and for the health and safety of persons in connection with the use of plant and machinery; the protection of persons other than persons at work against hazards to health and safety arising out of or in connection with the activities of persons at work. In terms of this Act, a Health and Safety Officer and Protocol must be implemented on any sites. The appointment of a Health and Safety Officer is the responsibility of the proponent and contractor and is included in this report to ensure due diligence on construction sites. It is the responsibility of the appointed to HSO to conduct any required audits and as such only the appointment of an HSO will be auditable in terms of this document NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS The National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act as amended must be complied with. This act addresses, inter alia: Specifications for draftsmen, plans, documents and diagrams; Approval by local authorities; Appeal procedures; Prohibition or conditions with regard to erection of buildings in certain conditions; Demolition of buildings; Access to building control officers; Regulations and directives; and Liability.

16 6 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES 6.1 FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES This section deals with the responsibilities of various parties during the Construction Phase of any development Holder of the Environmental Authorisation The Client is responsible for ensuring compliance with the conditions contained in the DEA&DP EA by any person acting on his behalf, including but not limited to an agent, servant, employee or any person rendering a service to the Client in respect of the activity, including but not limited to contractors and consultants. The Client is responsible for appointing the ECO, Site Engineer and Contractor for the duration of the construction contract and for ensuring that the Site Engineer and Contractor fulfil their obligations in terms of this EMPr. The Client and or its representative must notify DEA&DP and any other relevant authority, in writing, within 24 hours thereof if any condition of this DEA&DP EA is not adhered to Abattoir Employees Employees are responsible for ensuring that the EMPr is implemented during the operational phase in accordance with the requirements of the EMPr. However, should they fail, the abattoir owners retain the ultimate responsibility. Employees incur personal liability for violations of laws in Schedule 3 to the National Environmental Management Act of 1998, unless they can show that the offence occurred as a result of the employer s failure to take reasonable measures to prevent the violation. Therefore, any complaints must be logged in the Complaints Sheet 6.2 ENGINEERS, CONTRACTORS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS The Site Engineer/Site Main Contractor and the ECO are expected to develop a close working relationship and to stay in contact with each other. The Site Engineer issues site instructions to the Contractor and all requests and communications between the ECO and Contractor are via the Site Engineer. The only exception to this is where the ECO needs to issue a stop works order on the Contractor or the Site Engineer if serious environmental harm is about to happen or is happening as a result of construction activities. This stopworks-order must be confirmed by the ECO as soon as practically possible to all affected construction personnel. When the ECO is not on site the Site Engineer (assisted by the ESC) will be responsible for implementation of the EMPr. Any construction and construction related activities that might lead to damage to the environment should be immediately brought to the attention of the ECO.

17 6.3 ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL OFFICER (ECO) Monitoring Responsibilities Of The Eco The ECO will undertake at least monthly site inspections and monitor the ESO (if applicable) and assist in environmental tasks to be executed in compliance with the EMPr as well as compile the weekly environmental checklists; To ensure that the mitigation/rehabilitation measures and recommendations referred to in the DEA&DP EA are implemented and to ensure compliance with the provisions of the EMP; Should investigate and deal with environmental issues and concerns involved with the construction phase of the project; Must work in close conjunction with the Client/Applicant, ESO/Site representative, contractors and sub-contractors; Must identify and demarcate the impact area i.e. construction footprint area before commencement of activities; Must identify No-Go areas and areas sensitive to erosion and have these area demarcated; Must demarcate the necessary areas for storage of materials, ablutions, eating areas of contract workers, etc.; Must keep a site inspection diary which will be the record of construction progress and environmental compliance and is recorded in the form of an ECO checklist and/or diary entries and photographic records for visual reference. These documents must be available to the authorities for inspection upon request. The record must include the outcome of meetings/discussions with the contractor and must reflect. Environmental queries, agreed actions and dates of eventual compliance. These must form part of the official environmental record Authority of the ECO The ECO has the authority to stop works if in his/her opinion there is a serious threat to, or impact on the environment, caused directly by the construction operations. This authority is to be limited to non-compliance to the EMPr and emergency situations where consultation with the Client is not immediately available. The ECO is to inform the Client of the reasons for the stoppage and agree on a solution to the problem as soon as possible. Upon failure by the Contractor to show adequate consideration to the environmental aspects of this contract, i.e. wilful destruction of the environment, the ECO may recommend to the Client/site representative to have the contractor s representative or any employee(s) removed from the site or work suspended until the matter is remedied. No extension of time will be considered in the case of such suspensions and all costs will be borne by the Contractor Appointment Of An Environmental Site Officer (If Necessary) When necessary and/or possible the ECO may appoint an ESO to carry out the site inspections and the following will apply:

18 The suitably qualified and trained ESO is appointed prior to commencement of construction activities, site inspections are decided upon between the Client and the ECO depending on the environmental sensitivity of the construction areas and site location; The frequency of site inspections is also determined prior to commencement of works but can change if the need arises; The suitable qualified ESO will perform certain functions related to the continued compliance with the EMPr under the guidance and instruction of the ECO. Qualifications of an ESO: Have proven previous experience as an ESO; Have a sound understanding of the contents of the EMPr; Must be able to enforce compliance to all relevant site documents; Have a basic knowledge of the NEMA and other relevant information; A construction background would be advantageous; Must be able to work with site personnel and resident engineers. 7 CHANGES TO THE EMPr No deviation from the contents of the EMPr is allowed without the necessary approvals. Changes or deviations from the EMPr must be motivated in writing by means of a Method Statement and the same procedures for a standard Method Statement should be followed. Any additions or amendments must first be approved by the ECO who will use his/her discretion after consulting with the Environmental Consultant and Client. 8 RECORD KEEPING All records relating to the implementation of this EMPr (e.g. photographs, Declaration of Understanding, ECO Checklists, Environmental Register, etc.) must be stored for easy retrieval. These should be available for scrutiny by any relevant authority. Photographs should be taken and stored of the site prior to, during and immediately after construction, as a visual reference. Any non-compliance reported must have sufficient photographic proof. 9 ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLETION STATEMENT An Environmental Completion Statement is a report by the ECO/Environmental Consultant stating completion of the project and compliance with the EMPr and conditions.

19 10 PRE-CONSTRUCTION DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS It is recommended that sustainable design considerations are implemented during the planning phase in order to ensure that the impacts associated with the development are avoided, minimised or managed before construction commences ABATTOIR DESIGN PRINCIPLES The layout of the premises and building must be designed to that the production process moves in one direction without any cross flow of products which may adversely affect the hygiene of the product. Live slaughter animals are received at the dirty end of the abattoir and meat is dispatched from the clean side of the abattoir. Below are the requirements for an abattoir according to the Meat Inspectors Manual: Abattoir Hygiene: a) The premises must be fenced with lockable gates in order to control the unauthorised entry of vehicles, persons and animals. b) The layout of the site must be such that a linear flow pattern can be maintained with live animal reception on one side and removal of products on the other. c) Clean and dirty areas must be separated according to their functions as previously mentioned. d) Surfaces on the site must be paved or grassed. Traffic areas in the smaller abattoirs must have a surface that is dust and mud free, readily cleanable and well drained. The traffic zones of larger abattoirs must have a permanent surface. The planting of grass and shrubs creates a pleasant environment and gives the impression that the premises are well managed and cared for. e) From the point of view of industrial psychology it has been found that the more attractive a site is maintained, the easier it is for the workers to accept and adjust to the high standards of hygiene expected of them; they are more likely to do so. f) All paved areas must provide for storm water drainage g) Vehicle parking areas where carcasses are offloaded or meat is loaded under roof must have kerbstones and be drained so that they can be cleaned every day. Dirt that is washed onto grass is impossible to remove. h) Walkways for staff between the ablution block and abattoir must preferably be roofed ENERGY CONSERVATION The provision of energy has become a controversial topic, and has led to the reconsideration for many people of how they source and use energy in their homes and businesses. It is important for people to create a habit of conserving energy on a daily basis. Many of the suggestions below generally require inclusion during the design phase of new developments, but can just as easily be incorporated into existing buildings Solar Heating Water Systems

20 Solar heated water systems are an innovative way of producing hot water without putting additional pressure on gas or municipal power supply. There are many different types available on the market, and the owners must consider all their requirements (number of people using facility, location of house, angles of roof) before making a choice Energy Efficient Lighting In terms of Best Practice, it is required that energy saving lighting fixtures be used throughout the entire development. It is therefore specified that Light Emitting Diode (LED) or Compact Fluorescent (CF) lighting be used as opposed to incandescent lighting Solar Energy- Generation of electricity Solar energy is created by light and heat which is emitted by the sun, in the form of electromagnetic radiation. With modern technology, we are able to capture this radiation and turn it into usable forms of solar energy such as electricity. Capturing solar energy depends very much on the size of the available storage in the form of batteries. The recommendation of this EMPr is that solar energy must be used wherever possible, in conjunction with the existing electrical provision Geyser and pipe insulation Apart from the savings in terms of energy as detailed below, insulating geysers and pipes save water, as shorter periods of running the tap to get hot water are require. Installed geysers and all hot water pipes should have insulation fitted, where possible WATER CONSERVATION Water conservation in South Africa is of vital importance. Our water resources are under extreme pressure from pollution, over abstraction and development and all efforts to minimise usage must be implemented. Abattoirs in particular, can overuse water given the hygiene requirements that are required. The following water resource measures, among others, must be implemented to reduce water demand: No animals may overnight Paunch contents should be removed without the use of water as far as possible. It is advisable to first hose down blood soiled areas with cold water. Hot water causes blood to congeal which leads to longer washing times and water wastage. Geysers must be fitted with insulation jackets to minimise water being wasted while waiting for hot water. If the geysers are a distance away from the usage area, either a secondary heating mechanism must be placed in line or the water must captured by means of a heat sensitive valve that pipes it to a holding tank for later re-use. All hoses must be fitted with self-closing nozzles or pistol grips to prevent water wastage when not in use. All taps used for personnel hygiene must be low flow nozzles with automatic cut off or foot operated mechanisms.

21 Water monitoring must take place daily. Water saving information / education must be available to personnel. Given the building is existing, some of these actions may have to be phased in over time as maintenance takes place, however the majority can be easily implemented immediately.

22 11 WASTE-RELATED ACTIVITIES IDENTIFIED IN THE BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT The environmental process identified and assessed various potential impacts associated with the proposed project. Waste related impacts that were assessed during the environmental process are listed below. Impacts are categorised according to their level of significance. Categories range from Low, Medium-Low, Medium, High-Medium to High. Constructions phase NEGATIVE IMPACTS (LOW) Waste Sewage/effluent/ hydrocarbons Waste Building rubble and littering DESCRIPTION OF IMPACT Little or no sewage will be generated during land clearing and construction. Spillage and/or leakage of hydrocarbons by construction vehicles and machinery may cause chemical contamination of soil and groundwater. There will be building rubble generated during the construction phase. Construction workers might litter during this phase. Operational phase NEGATIVE IMPACTS (MEDIUM) Waste Sewage/effluent/ hydrocarbons DESCRIPTION OF IMPACT The vast majority of effluent produced by the proposed development will be in the form of fat and blood-water. This cannot be disposed of in the municipal stream and will be transported to a hazardous waste site at the Vissershok. However, other wastewater will flow into the Municipal sewage system. NEGATIVE IMPACTS (HIGH-MEDIUM) Waste Solid waste DESCRIPTION OF IMPACT Solid waste (feathers, dead on arrival birds, etc.) will be disposed of off-site by a private waste contractor at Vissershok Hazardous Waste Facility. No on site storage or processing will take place. If the manure is not removed from site regularly, it can lead to nitrate leaching into the soil and ammonium nitrate emissions into the air. Municipal non-organic solid waste will be collected by the municipal waste removal department on a weekly basis, as happens presently

23 12 CONSTRUCTION PHASE MANAGEMENT PLAN (C-EMP) The overall goal for the construction phase is to undertake the activities associated with the expansion of an existing abattoir on Erf 11926, Worcester. Ensures that activities are properly managed in respect of environmental aspects and impacts. Protects the natural environment from degradation and harm. Ensures the development achieves its positive socio-economic impact. Complies with legislation. General Management Strategy Appointment of the Environmental Control Officer. Mitigation Measures during the Construction Phase All appropriate mitigation measures should be implemented by the Applicant for the duration of the construction phase. Overall Goal: Undertake the construction phase in a way that: Ensures that all construction activities are properly managed in respect of environmental aspects and impacts. Enables construction activities to be undertaken without significant disruption to other land uses and activities in the area, in particular concerning noise impacts, Minimise the impact on heritage sites should they be uncovered. Establishes an environmental baseline during construction activities on the site, where possible. Roles and Responsibilities for the Construction Phase As the proponent, Nardus Family Trust must ensure that the project complies with the requirements of all environmental authorisations and permits, and obligations emanating from other relevant environmental legislation. While the proponent has a duty of care in this regard, the Contractor will be held directly responsible for all these permits. This obligation is partly met through the development of the EMPr, and the implementation of the EMPr through its integration into the documentation. Nardus Family Trust will retain various key roles and responsibilities during the construction phase. These are outlined within the EMPr compiled for the construction activities on Erf 11926, Worcester.

24 Objectives In order to meet this goal, the following objectives have been identified, together with the necessary actions and monitoring requirements. OBJECTIVE: Securing the site and site camp establishment The Contractor (s) must take all reasonable measures to ensure the safety of the public in the surrounding area. Where the public could be exposed to danger by any of the works or site activities, the Contractor (s) must, as appropriate provide suitable flagmen, barriers and/ or warnings signs in English and any other relevant indigenous languages, all to the approval of the Site Manager. Project components Expansion of the abattoir/ construction activities. Potential impact Hazard to public and abattoir employees Security of materials Erosion Fuel and chemicals Activity Open excavations Site preparation Cement/ concrete batching Fuel storage Movement of construction employees vehicles in the area and on-site. Mitigation target To secure the site against unauthorised entry. To protect members of the public and landowners. Minimise pollution to stormwater that could affect the municipal stormwater system. Mitigation: Action/ Control Responsibility Timeframe Secure site, working areas and excavations in an appropriate manner as agreed Where necessary to control access, fence and secure area using appropriate means, and implement access control procedures Develop and implement and efficient access control system which allows for the identification of all people on site All cement batching must take place on an area that is to be hard surfaced as part of the development. The location of concrete batching areas must be approved by the ECO (if possible/ appropriate, the use of ready-mix concrete is preferred). Wash-down area must be confined Contractor/ ECO During site establishment and duration of the contract Contractor/ ECO During site establishment and duration of contract Contractor/ ECO During site establishment and duration of contract Contractor/ ECO Duration of contract

25 to within the concrete batching areas only. Limit vehicle use to existing disturbed areas within the demarcated work area. Establish the necessary ablution facilities with chemical toilets and provide adequate facilities and ablutions for construction workers. Contractor/ ECO Duration of contract Contractor/ ECO During site establishment and duration of contract Monitoring Undertake a pre-construction walk-through of the site. An incident reporting system will be used to record non-compliance to the EMP. Regular visual inspection of fence for signs of deterioration/ forced access. Public complaints register used to record complaints received. ECO to monitor all construction areas on a continuous basis until all construction is completed; immediate report back to site manager. Concrete batching outside areas indicated for should only take place with the necessary approval of the ECO and then all topsoil must be stripped and stockpiled for reuse. Concrete mixing areas must have bund walls or a settling pond in order to prevent cement run off. Dry mixing batching areas to be carefully placed in consultation with the ECO. When using Readymix concrete, care must be taken to prevent spills from the trucks while offloading. ECO to address any infringement with responsible contractors as soon as these are recorded. In areas where construction activities have been completed and where no further disturbance would take place, rehabilitation and revegetation must commence as soon as possible. Any areas that are identified by the ECO as being prone to erosion must be suitably protected. OBJECTIVE: Minimisation of development footprint (demarcation of work areas) Project components Construction activities Potential impact Impacts on ecological processes Activity Site preparation Mitigation target To retain natural vegetation, where possible. To minimise footprints of disturbance of

26 vegetation/habitats. Remove and store all topsoil on areas that are to be excavated; and use this topsoil in subsequent rehabilitation of disturbed areas. Mitigation: Action/ Control Responsibility Timeframe Construction activities must be Contractor/ ECO Duration of contract restricted to demarcated areas to minimise the impact of the development footprint. Topsoil must not be stripped or stockpiled when it is raining or when the soil is wet as compaction will occur Contractor/ ECO Duration of contract Limit vehicle use to existing Contractor/ ECO Duration of contract disturbed areas within the demarcated work area. Approved plans must show location of all construction areas Contractor/ Applicant/ ECO Start and end of construction. Monitoring Approved plans must show location of all construction areas. The exact footprint of the construction areas to be surveyed and pegged. ECO report must contain surveyed plan OBJECTIVE: Waste Management Project components Construction phase Potential impact Impacts on ecological processes Activity Construction activities Mitigation target To minimise waste generation. Minimise footprints of disturbance of vegetation/habitats. To prevent or minimise the contamination of the natural environment by pollutants from waste generated onsite. To prevent or minimise the contamination of the natural environment by pollutants from general and hazardous waste generated onsite Mitigation: Action/ Control Responsibility Timeframe Waste bins should not be allowed to overflow and are to be emptied Contractor/ ECO Duration of contract

27 regularly. No littering is permitted onsite. Accumulation of large stockpiles of waste is not permitted. Waste is to be removed at regularly intervals, with a minimum frequency of once a week. Building rubble is to be kept separate from other construction waste. Rubble is to be kept clean of brick ties, plastics, papers and cement bags at all times. Rubble stockpiles and waste structures shall be positioned to permit easy access by removal trucks. All waste is to be disposed of at approval landfill sites. No burning or burying is permitted. Hazardous waste such as oil, diesel, petrol, chemicals, paints and solvents are to be disposed of separately from general waste. Demarcated waste bins shall be provided for hazardous waste and placed at designated areas. Runoff from the washing out of wall cavities is to be contained against the building by excavations of berms around the foundations. Cleaning of equipment is to take place within designated areas. No wastewater may be disposed of on site, ono the soil or into any water body. Contractor/ ECO Contractor/ ECO Contractor/ Applicant/ ECO Contractor/ Applicant/ ECO Contractor/ Applicant/ ECO Contractor/ Applicant/ ECO Contractor/ Applicant/ ECO Contractor/ Applicant/ ECO Contractor/ Applicant/ ECO Duration of contract Duration of contract Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Monitoring ECO to monitor all construction areas on a continuous basis until all construction is completed; immediate report back to site manager. An incident reporting system will be used to record non-compliance to the EMP. Concrete batching outside areas indicated for

28 should only take place with the necessary approval of the ECO and then all topsoil must be stripped and stockpiled for re-use. Regular visual inspection of fence for signs of deterioration/ forced access. OBJECTIVE: EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL Project components Construction Potential Impact Impacts on ecological processes Activity Construction activities Mitigation target To minimise erosion damage To minimise scarring of soil surface and land features To minimise disturbance and loss of topsoil Mitigation: Action/ Control Responsibility Timeframe Construction activities must preferably take place during the dry winter months to reduce the potential of erosion. Areas prone to erosion should be monitored and the necessary mitigation measures should be initiated on site if necessary. Topsoil stockpiles (if relevant) must be clearly demarcated as no-go areas. Topsoil stockpiles must not be higher than 2m to avoid compaction thereby maintaining the soil integrity and chemical composition. Stockpiles are to be stabilised if signs of erosion are visible. The stockpiles may only be placed within the demarcated areas the location of which must be approved by the ECO Contractor Contractor/ ECO Contractor/ ECO Contractor/ ECO Contractor/ ECO Contractor/ ECO Duration of contract Duration of contract Duration of contract Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction.

29 For excessive heights of fill and spoil stockpiles, approval must be received from the ECO and the necessary management measures as communicated by the ECO implemented. Dust control on construction site must be implemented. Contractor/ ECO Contractor/ ECO Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Any excavation must be supervised by the ECO. Removed topsoil will be retained for future landscaping efforts and hence stockpiled in demarcated areas. Contractor/ ECO Contractor/ ECO Start and end of construction. Start and end of construction. Monitoring ECO to monitor all construction areas on a continuous basis until all construction is completed; immediate report back to site manager. Monitor daily An incident report system will be used to record non-compliance to the EMPr Records should be kept preferably photographs of previous erosion measures in order to monitor effectively METHOD STATEMENTS Method statements are written submissions by the Contractor to the ECO in response to the requirements of this EMPr or to a request by the ECO. The Contractor shall be required to prepare method statements for several specific construction activities and/or environmental management aspects. The Contractor shall not commence the activity for which a method statement is required until the ECO has approved the relevant method statement. Method statements must be submitted at least five (5) days prior to the date on which approval is required (start of the activity). Failure to submit a method statement may result in suspension of the activity concerned until such time as a method statement has been submitted and approved. An approved method statement shall not absolve the Contractor from any of his obligations or responsibilities in terms of the contract. However, any damage caused to the environment through activities undertaken without an approved method statement shall be rehabilitated at the contractor s cost.

30 Additional method statements can be requested at the ECO s discretion at any time during the construction phase. The method statements shall cover relevant details with regard to: Construction procedures and location of the construction site; Start date and duration of the procedure / phase; Materials, equipment and labour to be used; How materials, equipment and labour would be moved to and from the site as well as on site during construction; Storage, removal and subsequent handling of all materials, excess materials and waste materials of the procedure; Emergency procedures in case of any reasonably potential accident / incident which could occur during the procedure; Compliance / non-compliance with the EMPr specification and motivation if noncompliant Method Statements Required: Based on the specifications in this EMPr, the following method statements are required as a minimum (more method statements may be requested as required at any time under the direction of the ECO): Site layout and site camp establishment. Demarcation of No-Go areas Site clearing Hazardous substances and their storage. Cement and concrete batching. Solid waste control system. Fire control and emergency procedures Petroleum, chemical, harmful and hazardous materials storage, if any Health And Safety The Contractor must ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (No. 85 of 1993). Of key importance is the following: (1) Every employer shall provide and maintain, as far as is reasonably practicable, a working environment that is safe and without risk to the health of his employees. (2) Without derogating from the generality of an employer's duties under subsection (1), the matters to which those duties refer include in particular- (a) the provision and maintenance of systems of work, plant and machinery that, as far as is reasonably practicable, are safe and without risks to health; (b) taking such steps as may be reasonably practicable to eliminate or mitigate any hazard or potential hazard to the safety or health of employees, before resorting to personal protective equipment; (c) making arrangements for ensuring, as far as is reasonably practicable, the safety and absence of risks to health in connection with the production, processing, use, handling, storage or transport of articles or substances;

31 (d) establishing, as far as is reasonably practicable, what hazards to the health or safety of persons are attached to any work which is performed, any article or substance which is produced, processed, used, handled, stored or transported and any plant or machinery which is used in his business, and he shall, as far as is reasonably practicable, further establish what precautionary measures must be taken with respect to such work, article, substance, plant or machinery in order to protect the health and safety of persons, and he shall provide the necessary means to apply such precautionary measures; (e) providing such information, instructions, training and supervision as may be necessary to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety at work of his employees; (f) as far as is reasonably practicable, not permitting any employee to do any work or to produce, process, use, handle, store or transport any article or substance or to operate any plant or machinery, unless the precautionary measures contemplated in paragraphs (b) and (d), or any other precautionary measures which may be prescribed, have been taken; (g) taking all necessary measures to ensure that requirements of this Act are complied with by every person in his employment or on premises under his control where plant or machinery is used; (h) enforcing such measures as may be necessary in the interest of health and safety; (i) ensuring that work is performed and that plant or machinery is used under the general supervision of a person trained to understand the hazards associated with it and who have the authority to ensure that precautionary measures taken by the employer are implemented; and (j) causing all employees to be informed regarding the scope of their authority as contemplated in section 37 (1) (b). 13 OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PHASE The Operational Phase of this EMPr refers to the day to day management activities that are required to ensure sustainability and the achievement of the principles and objectives of the development. The requirements are applicable to the Applicant, all employees and all visitors to the abattoir BIOSECURITY Biosecurity is a strategic and integrated approach that encompasses the policy and regulatory frameworks (including instruments and activities) that analyse and manage risks in the sectors of food safety, animal life and health, and plant life and health, including associated environmental risk. Biosecurity covers the introduction of plant pests, animal pests and diseases, and zoonoses, the introduction and release of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their products, and the introduction and management of invasive alien species and genotypes. Biosecurity is a holistic concept of direct relevance to the sustainability of agriculture, food safety, and the protection of the environment, including biodiversity (Food & Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, 2017). In light of this, two documents provide the required standards for all abattoirs in South Africa, in terms of animal health, control and management of diseases, control and management of effluent and control and management of water resources. These are the Meat Safety Act, Act 40 of 2000 and the Meat Inspectors Manual.

32 The following are the essential national operating standards which apply to all abattoirs as per the Meat Safety Act (Act 40 of 2000): a) A slaughter facility may only be registered as an abattoir if it complies with the prescribed requirements relating to throughput, structural requirements, hygiene management practices and related matters; b) The owner of an abattoir must procure a meat inspection service for the abattoir. c) Meat inspection services may only be performed by the national executive officer, a provincial executive, an authorised person or an assignee, who must perform that function independently from the abattoir; d) A person contemplated in in paragraph (c) must be a veterinarian, meat inspector, meat examiner, animal health technician or such other duly qualified person as may be prescribed. e) An abattoir must be managed in accordance with a prescribed hygiene management and evaluation system; f) Any person entering an abattoir must adhere to the prescribed hygiene requirements; g) Water used in an abattoir must conform to the prescribed standard; h) An animal presented for slaughter at an abattoir must be handled humanely during loading, transportation, off-loading, housing, immobilizing and killing as prescribed in accordance with the requirements of the Animal Protection Act (Act No. 71 of 1962); i) No dead animal or animal suffering from a condition that may render the meat unsafe for human and animal consumption may be presented at an abattoir for slaughter; j) An animal presented for slaughter must be examined by a person contemplated in paragraph (c) before slaughter and must be accompanied by information as to its ownership; k) An animal presented for slaughter in accordance with an animal health scheme in terms of the Animal Diseases Act 1984 (Act No. 35 of 1984) may only be accepted for slaughter if the animal is identified in accordance with the requirements of the scheme in question; l) Any person suspecting that an animal is infected with a controlled animal disease as prescribed by or under the Animal Diseases Act 1984 must convey that suspicion without delay to a veterinarian in the employ of the Department or province; m) Meat and animal products must be inspected, marked and dealt with in accordance with the prescribed methods by a person contemplated in paragraph (c); n) Meat may only be removed from an abattoir if it is duly marked and the method of removal thereof poses no risk to the safety of the meat for human and animal consumption; o) The owner of the abattoir must keep the prescribed records relating to the number of animals slaughtered, the origin of the animals slaughtered, details of the examinations carried out while the animal was still alive and inspections carried out after the animals had been slaughtered and the destination of the meat and animal products, and must at the request of a person contemplated in paragraph (c) furnish such information to that person; p) The owner of an abattoir with prescribed laboratory facilities must ensure access to the laboratory by the national executive officer, a provincial executive officer, an authorised person and an assignee; q) The use, application and presence of specified substances and residues in meat and animal products must be detected and monitored in accordance with the prescribed methods; r) The treatment, removal or disposal of condemned material, effluent, refuse and emissions must be carried out in accordance with the prescribed procedures; and

33 s) Animals may not be slaughtered for research purposed unless a research protocol has been submitted and approved by the national executive officer HEALTH AND SAFETY The Applicant must ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (No. 85 of 1993). Of key importance is the following (Section 8 of the aforesaid act): General duties of employers to their employees: (1) Every employer shall provide and maintain, as far as is reasonably practicable, a working environment that is safe and without risk to the health of his employees. (2) Without derogating from the generality of an employer's duties under subsection (1), the matters to which those duties refer include in particular- (a) the provision and maintenance of systems of work, plant and machinery that, as far as is reasonably practicable, are safe and without risks to health; (b) taking such steps as may be reasonably practicable to eliminate or mitigate any hazard or potential hazard to the safety or health of employees, before resorting to personal protective equipment; (c) making arrangements for ensuring, as far as is reasonably practicable, the safety and absence of risks to health in connection with the production, processing, use, handling, storage or transport of articles or substances; (d) establishing, as far as is reasonably practicable, what hazards to the health or safety of persons are attached to any work which is performed, any article or substance which is produced, processed, used, handled, stored or transported and any plant or machinery which is used in his business, and he shall, as far as is reasonably practicable, further establish what precautionary measures must be taken with respect to such work, article, substance, plant or machinery in order to protect the health and safety of persons, and he shall provide the necessary means to apply such precautionary measures; (e) providing such information, instructions, training and supervision as may be necessary to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety at work of his employees; (f) as far as is reasonably practicable, not permitting any employee to do any work or to produce, process, use, handle, store or transport any article or substance or to operate any plant or machinery, unless the precautionary measures contemplated in paragraphs (b) and (d), or any other precautionary measures which may be prescribed, have been taken; (g) taking all necessary measures to ensure that requirements of this Act are complied with by every person in his employment or on premises under his control where plant or machinery is used; (h) enforcing such measures as may be necessary in the interest of health and safety; (i) ensuring that work is performed and that plant or machinery is used under the general supervision of a person trained to understand the hazards associated with it and who have the authority to ensure that precautionary measures taken by the employer are implemented; and

34 (j) causing all employees to be informed regarding the scope of their authority as contemplated in section 37 (1) (b). The Occupational Health and Safety Act aims to provide for the health and safety of persons at work and for the health and safety of persons in connection with the activities of persons at work and to establish an advisory for occupational health and safety GENERAL OPERATIONS OF THE ABATTOIR Emergency / Contingency Preparedness Responsible management and operation and the adoption of best practice during the operation of the abattoir must take place. All relevant municipal and provincial water authorities are to be immediately notified in case of a form of water pollution / contamination. Maintenance and management roles should be clearly defined. All new operational staff and maintenance contractors to undergo general environmental awareness training before working on site, as well as health and safety induction. All staff to be suitably qualified and have the necessary training. All new operational staff and maintenance contractors to undergo general environmental awareness training before working on site, as well as health and safety induction. All staff to be suitably qualified and have the necessary training. All new operational staff and maintenance contractors to undergo general environmental awareness training before working on site, as well as health and safety induction. All staff to be suitably qualified and have the necessary training Chemical Management (if required) Proper chemical management is required to minimize or eliminate the risk of environmental damage, as well as the risk of fatalities, illnesses, injuries and incidents arising from the storage, handling, transport and disposal of hazardous material. Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 An emergency plan must be made to comply with Section 30 (Control of emergency incidents) of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), No. 107 of All new operational staff and maintenance contractors to undergo general environmental awareness training before working on site, as well as health and safety induction. All staff to be suitably qualified and have the necessary training. Emergency response equipment for spillage containment, fires, explosions, burns, etc. must be made available. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) shall be readily available on site for all chemicals and hazardous substances to be used on site Fire Management Fire safety is a very real risk and must be stringently controlled. No fires will be permitted on site for any reason. If required, a designated smoking area will be provided, and clearly

35 demarcated and signposted, with a facility for safe containment and disposal of cigarette butts. The following measures must be implemented: NO OPEN FIRES are allowed anywhere on the site Adequate firefighting equipment must be available on site and in good working order (including at least one type (all purposes) 2.5 kg fire extinguisher and 3 fire beaters per working area). The persons on site must be trained in the use of such equipment. The operator must provide a list of authorities involved in firefighting in the region. This list must include emergency contact numbers and must be visible at the site office POLLUTION AND WASTE MANAGEMENT The operational management must include a responsible and integrated waste management approach to ensure that soil and water resources adjacent to the property are protected and not contaminated with pollutants. Pollutants may take the form of solid waste (litter & household general waste) or contaminated stormwater run-off, which is likely to be directed into the municipal system and subsequently into nearby watercourses. Prescribed Procedures Waste Type Disposal Method Responsibility Blood Condemned material Effluent Blood from the blood sump must be put into a sealed tank for transport and disposal. Care must be taken to avoid spillages. The tank must be taken to the relevant waste facility on a daily basis. All dead on arrival chickens must be disposed of as condemned material in terms of Part VIII of GN R3505 to the Meat Safety Act. Condemned materials not destined for further processing (i.e. for pet foods etc.) must be placed in leak proof bins / plastic holders in preparation for disposal. The bins must be transported / collected daily for off-site treatment at a registered facility. All holding areas must be squeegeed and / or dry swept to remove gross solids prior to wash-down. This The Applicant: The blood sump must not exceed capacity; Blood must be removed daily to minimise odour and pests; Tanks must be cleaned out within the waste facility or the abattoir washing areas. The Applicant: Ensure bins and containers are leak proof; If transporting, ensure that the material is taken directly to the waste facility and no spillage occurs; Ensure all equipment is cleaned afterwards within the waste facility or the abattoir washing areas. The Applicant: Provide adequate sanitation for personnel;

36 Refuse Domestic sewage reduces the effluent generation. The use of drain covers must only be considered as a safety measure and must not be used as solid trap. All waste water will be disposed of via the municipal reticulation. Effluent quality must comply with the Water & Sanitation By-Laws. Refuse will be collected by the municipality on a weekly basis. Sanitation system is already connected to the municipal reticulation. Ensure sanitation systems are connected to the reticulation system; Payment for sanitation services to municipality. The Applicant: Provide adequate refuse bins for personnel; The Applicant: Provide adequate sanitation for personnel; Ensure sanitation systems are connected to the reticulation system; Payment for sanitation services to municipality. Municipality: Ensure maintained, functioning reticulation system; Ensure maintained, functioning waste water treatment works. The following measures must be implemented to avoid pollution on the property and property manages the waste generated during the operation of the abattoir Organic Biodegradable Waste The abattoir produces three forms of organic biodegradable waste which require disposal, these are blood from the slaughter line, waste (cannot be consumed) and manure found in the lower intestines. It should be noted that minimal amounts of manure are likely to be generated on site, as the chickens will not be fed for 9 to 12 hours prior to slaughter ( in accordance with the Poultry Regulations of 2006) and will spend a minimal time on site prior to slaughter. Furthermore, the number of chickens processed by the abattoir will be relatively high (1000 per day, rising to per day). All solid waste will be removed daily and transported to a licensed abattoir waste facility. Organic material which will be transported to or collected by the relevant treatment facility must ensure that no nuisance spillage and odours, as far as possible occurs. In order to achieve this, the following must be undertaken as a minimum. Where treatment facilities have existing protocols in place, these must be followed correctly:

37 Blood must be transported in a sealed container; Crates used to transport the chickens should be cleaned once chickens have been removed for slaughter. Manure containers must be kept sealed so as not to attract flies and other pest Any excess manure should be distributed to local farmer, either by the Applicant, or by arrangement with a company that specializes in fertilizer supply. All other organic material must be contained in a leak proof bin or plastic holder; Any organic material that is identified by a veterinary inspector as hazardous must be immediately isolated and, if possible frozen. Such items must be placed in a leak proof bin / plastic container and taken to Vissershok Hazardous Waste Facility. The wastewater from the facility is considered to be industrial effluent. According to the Breede Valley Municipality By-Laws this is defined as effluent emanating from industrial use of water, including for the purposes of this by-law, any effluent other than standard domestic effluent or storm water. In terms of this By-Law, the facility must be in possession of an Effluent Discharge Permit in order to discharge this wastewater to the Waste Water Treatment Works Solid Waste Project components Operational Potential impact Health impacts Spreading of diseases Activity Daily operation Mitigation target To ensure that all facilities are maintained in a neat and tidy condition and the site shall be kept free of litter. Mitigation: Action/ Control Responsibility Timeframe At all places of work the proponent shall provide litterbins, containers and refuse collection facilities for later disposal. Applicant Continuous Solid waste may be temporarily stored on site in a designated area prior to collection and disposal. Recyclable waste must be recycled wherever possible. It is recommended that recycling bins are placed at a central point in the development, with access for all residents and visitors to encourage recycling of most of the general household waste that is produced. Applicant Applicant Applicant Continuous Continuous Continuous

38 Odour Project components Operational Potential impact Health impacts Nuisance odours Activity Daily operation Mitigation target To avoid nuisance odours affecting adjacent users and personnel Mitigation: Action/ Control Responsibility Timeframe Proper waste management measures must be adhered to on site Applicant Continuous Airtight bags and bins must be used for sources of nuisance odours. Applicant Continuous Good housekeeping on the site to ensure that waste is removed regularly Applicant Continuous No animals to overnight on site Applicant Continuous 14 MONITORING AND REPORTING The purpose of a monitoring programme is to determine if environmental management is yielding the desired results, relative to management goals and objectives. It entails: The detection of environmental change, using indicators, against a set of benchmarks forms the hub of a monitoring programme. The results of a monitoring programme inform which steps, if any, need to be implemented to ensure that an activity remains consistent with the management objectives. Monitoring effort should be proportional to the type and significance of impacts that have been predicted for the receiving environment. ECO monitoring reports must be made available to the competent authority on a regular basis. The type and frequency of monitoring must include: During construction photographs must be taken at each ECO site visit (specified in the EMPr or determined by the ECO); During the Operational Phase, monitoring must be undertaken in terms of the Department of Water Affairs Guidelines for the Handling, Treatment and Disposal of Abattoir Waste (2001) and any other monitoring specified by the Municipality and Department of Agriculture in terms of their permits. Incident Reports. Water quality monitoring must be undertaken to ensure that the concentration limits entering into the municipal sewer is within acceptable parameters as shown below:

39 14.1 COMPLAINTS The direct contact details for the abattoir manager must be provided to properties directly adjacent to the facility. The proponent is committed to maintaining ongoing relationships with neighbours and will periodically seek their feedback on environmental performance. The proponent will record and investigate any complaints made either directly to the abattoir manager or via DAFF, the local municipality or the DEA&DP. Direct communication will be made to adjacent neighbours prior to undertaking infrequent, odorous activities such as irregular cleaning activities or in the event of an upset condition that was outside of normal activity. 15 NON-COMPLIANCE Any person is liable on conviction of an offence in terms of regulation 49(a) of the National Environmental Laws Second Amendment Act (Act 30 of 2013) to imprisonment for a period not exceeding ten (10) years or to a fine not exceeding R10 million or an amount prescribed in terms of the Adjustment of Fines Act, 1991 (Act No. 101 of 1991). It is the responsibility of the ECO to report matters of non-compliance to the Employer s Representative, who in turn is tasked with reporting such matters to the Holder of the EA. It is the responsibility of the Holder of the EA, and not the ECO, to report such matters of noncompliance to the competent Authority PROCEDURES The Holder of the EA shall comply with the environmental specifications and requirements of this EMPr, any Approval / License issued and Section 28 of NEMA, on an on-going basis and any failure on his part to do so will entitle the authorities to impose a penalty. In the event of non-compliance the following recommended process shall be followed: The competent authority shall issue a Notice of Non-compliance to the Holder of the EA, stating the nature and magnitude of the contravention. The Holder of the EA shall act to correct the transgression within the period specified in by the authority. The Holder of the EA shall provide the competent authority with a written statement describing the actions to be taken to discontinue the non-conformance, the actions taken to mitigate its effects and the expected results of the actions. In the case of the Holder of the EA failing to remedy the situation within the predetermined time frame, the competent authority may recommend halting the activity. In the case of non-compliance giving rise to physical environmental damage or destruction, the competent authority shall be entitled to undertake or to cause to be undertaken such remedial works as may be required to make good such damage at the cost of the Project applicant. In the event of a dispute, difference of opinion, etc. between any parties in regard to or arising out of interpretation of the conditions of the EMPr, disagreement regarding the implementation or method of implementation of conditions of the EMPr, etc. any

40 party shall be entitled to require that the issue be referred to specialists and / or the competent authority for determination. The competent authority shall at all times have the right to stop work and/or certain activities on site in the case of non-compliance or failure to implement remediation measures. 16 DECOMMISSIONING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PHASE It is not likely that decommissioning of this facility will take place in the near future. However, in the event that decommissioning does occur, all relevant legislation and policies must be complied with for that given period. In general, in the future event that the facility be decommissioned, the following must be undertaken: Only identified buildings must be removed within a demarcated area to prevent unnecessary damage to the surrounding area; Materials that can be recycled must be correctly sorted and stacked for removal to appropriate waste stream sites; The footprint area of the facility must be rehabilitated. 17 FINALISATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME The EMPr is a dynamic document which must be updated when required. It is considered critical that this EMPr be updated to include site specific information. This will ensure that the construction and operation activities are planned and implemented taking sensitive environmental features into account as far as possible.

41 APPENDIX A MAPS

42 Sonrise Chickens Abattoir, Erf Figure 1: Map showing the location of Erf 11926, Worcester with notable surrounding features. (Map sourced from Government topo-cadastral map 3319)

43 Sonrise Chickens Abattoir, Erf Figure 2: Locality map showing the location of Erf 11926, Worcester. (Map sourced from Government topo-cadastral map G3319cb)

44 Sonrise Chickens Abattoir, Erf Proposed extension Figure 3: Aerial image of Erf 11926, Worcester indicating the existing abattoir. (Source: Breede Valley Interactive Map, 2018)