EIA for Sewerage in 3 Cities Overview. Activity W268.02

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1 Activity W268.02

2 INDONESIA INFRASTRUCTURE INITIATIVE EIA for Sewerage in 3 Cities Activity W CONSULTANT REPORT 30 th November 2016

3 INDONESIA INFRASTRUCTURE INITIATIVE This document has been published by the Indonesia Infrastructure Initiative (IndII), an Australian Government supported project designed to promote economic growth in Indonesia by enhancing the relevance, quality and quantum of infrastructure investment. The views expressed in this report do not necessarily reflect the views of the Australia Indonesia Partnership or the Australian Government. Please direct any comments or questions to the IndII Director, tel. +62 (21) , fax +62 (21) Website: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This report has been prepared by Cardno Emerging Markets (Australia) Pty Ltd and its associated company PT Bita Bina Semesta, who were engaged under the Indonesia Infrastructure Initiative (IndII), an Australian Aid project managed by SMEC on behalf of the Australian Government, as part of the Activity The support provided by the Local Governments of Cimahi, Palembang and Makassar, and the IndII staff Jim Coucouvinis and Ibu Ruth Walujan is gratefully acknowledged. The report draws on input in particular from the Tim Teknis and Komisi AMDAL of Cimahi, Palembang and Makassar. Any errors of fact or interpretation are solely those of the author. Cardno Emerging Market Jakarta, 30th November 2016 IndII 2016 All original intellectual property contained within this document is the property of the Indonesia Infrastructure Initiative (IndII). It can be used freely without attribution by consultants and IndII partners in preparing IndII documents, reports designs and plans; it can also be used freely by other agencies or organisations, provided attribution is given. Every attempt has been made to ensure that referenced documents within this publication have been correctly attributed. However, IndII would value being advised of any corrections required, or advice concerning source documents and/ or updated data.

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5 TABLE OF CONTENTS GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ACRONYMS... II CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION... 1 CHAPTER 2: APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY... 3 CHAPTER 3: RELEVANCE AND IMPLICATIONS OF PROJECT PROPOSALS IMPACTS AND THEIR MITIGATION HYDROLOGY AND FLOODING WATER QUALITY DATA LAND ACQUISITION METEOROLOGICAL DATA GENDER AND SOCIAL INCLUSION LESSONS LEARNED CHAPTER 4: FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS CHECK LIST i

6 GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ACRONYMS ADB: AMDAL: AMSL: AP: BLH: BOD: COD: CAP: DED: DFAT: DGHS: Dinas: EIA: GoI: IEE: IndII: LG: LARP: MSMIP: PAM: PU: RPJMN: RKL: RPL: SPS: TSS: UKL: UPL: WWCS: WWTP: Asian Development Bank Analisis Mengenai Dampak Lingkungan Hidup (EIA) Above Mean Sea Level Affected Person Badan Lingkungan Hidup (Local government environmental body) Biochemical Oxygen Demand (Measure of water pollution) Chemical Oxygen Demand (Measure of water pollution) Corrective Action Plan Detailed Engineering Design (Australian Government) Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Directorate General of Human Settlements (Cipta Karya) Local Government Department Environmental Impact Assessment Government of Indonesia Initial Environmental Examination Indonesia Infrastructure Initiative Local Government Land Acquisition and Resettlement Plan Metropolitan Sanitation Management and Investment Project Project Administration Manual Pekerjaan Umum (Public Works) National Medium Term Development Plan Rencana Pengelolaan Lingungan (Environmental Management Plan) Rencana Pemantauan Lingkungan (Environmental Monitoring Plan) Safeguards Policy Statement Total Suspended Solids (Jumlah Padatan Tersuspensi) Upaya Pengelolaan Lingkungan (Environmental Management Plan) Upaya Pemantauan Lingkungan (Environmental Monitoring Plan) Waste Water Collection System Waste Water Treatment Plant ii

7 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION Grants for city sewerage systems are a major component of the Water Supply and Sanitation Program of the Indonesia Infrastructure Initiative (IndII). IndII prepared wastewater management master plans for eight cities across Indonesia. Detailed engineering design was subsequently funded by IndII for three of these cities. IndII also provided funding for the environmental compliance assessments and relocation studies for these three cities. Pursuant to the bidding process, SMEC selected Cardno Emerging Markets and its associated Indonesian company, PT Bita Bina Semesta of Bandung to perform the tasks required under Activity W268.02: Environmental Impact Assessment for Sewerage in Three Cities. The contract commencement date was 24 th February The Activity involved the preparation of environmental assessments related to the construction and operation of off-site sewerage systems in three Indonesian cities: Palembang in South Sumatra, Makassar in South Sulawesi and Cimahi in West Java. The Activity also included the preparation and implementation of the LARP for the City of Palembang. These three cities and two others make up five subprojects that originally were to be funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) under the Metropolitan Sanitation Management and Investment Project (MSMIP), Directorate General of Human Settlements (DGHS) of the Ministry of Public Works. The Detailed Engineering Designs for the three cities were funded by DFAT, while the DEDs for the two other cities were funded by Local Governments. In the more recent development, Palembang investment will be funded by a grant from the Australian Government, Central Government and Local Government; while Makassar investment will be funded by ADB and Central Government. The program goal was to support the Indonesian Government s initiative to accelerate the development of urban sanitation and meet its sewerage coverage targets as set out in the RPJMN This particular Activity specifically sought to ensure that: sewerage systems will be constructed and operated with due regard to the environment; and the relocation of affected households for the construction of the new sewerage systems will be carried out in accordance with DFAT and ADB Guidelines and Requirements. The scope of the contract was changed during negotiations to include the construction of weather stations in Palembang and Makassar. Several documents relevant to the EIA assessments were produced, including: Palembang and Makassar sewerage collection systems and treatment plants: o AMDAL (EIA) document o Ijin Lingkungan (Environmental Permit) Cimahi sewerage collection system: 1

8 o UKL and UPL o Ijin Lingkungan (Environmental Permit) Hydrology and flooding studies for Palembang and Makassar Water Quality Data Reports An updated LARP for the Palembang sewerage collection system and treatment plant Meteorological data collection reports 2

9 CHAPTER 2: APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY CHAPTER 2: APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY This Activity involved the preparation of environmental assessments related to the construction and operation of off-site sewerage systems in three Indonesian cities: Palembang in South Sumatra, Makassar in South Sulawesi and Cimahi in West Java. The overall goal of the Activity was to support the GoI with the implementation of sewerage in these three cities, through the provision of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs). Specifically, the objectives of the Activity were: To complete the first step in the development of the systems, that is, the preparation of environmental impact assessments for three cities. To expedite the implementation of the investment programs by proceeding with the EIAs in parallel with the preparation of grant and loan agreements. To leverage cooperation between DFAT, ADB and Government and investment in the three wastewater systems. The activities which were undertaken to achieve the required results were: Working Teams were set up in each of the three LGs to facilitate communication with the various stakeholders. A key initial task was the preparation and processing of the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the AMDALs in Palembang and Makassar. Field sampling locations were identified and the sampling programs implemented. Environmental Monitoring Stations were established in each of the locations. Water quality monitoring stations for monitoring the project impacts were set up to provide baseline data and ongoing updates. The establishment of meteorological stations at the WWTP sites in Palembang and Makassar was a significant task which required a major initial effort followed by monthly monitoring and finally, training and handover to local staff. Updates of the Initial Environmental Examination Report (IEE) were prepared in each of the three locations. Climate change assessments were prepared. This work was further supported by hydrology and flooding studies for Palembang and Makassar. AMDALs were prepared for Palembang and Makassar Water Collection and Treatment Systems, including RKLs and RPLs, support for the public consultation process and finalisation of documentation leading to the licenses being issued. UKL and UPL were prepared for the Cimahi Waste Water Collection System and assistance was given with processing. The LARP in Palembang was updated, including support for the further development of processes for relocation of households affected by the construction of the new sewerage systems. 3

10 The original purpose of the Activity was to prepare the necessary GoI AMDAL reports for the three City sewerage systems and a LARP report for the City of Palembang. The scope of work was modified due to: The inability of the City of Cimahi to locate a suitable site for its treatment plant; the scope of works was limited to a UKL and UPL for the sewerage collection system only. In Makassar, a full AMDAL rather than an update, was required due to changes in the treatment processes and plant capacity. In Makassar and Cimahi, assistance with completing the LARP was limited to providing support to a specially commissioned ADB Consultant. A significant contributing factor to delays in completion of the Activity was the need to agree the proposed treatment processes which would be applied in the plants with all stakeholders. These discussions were particularly protracted in Makassar. In Palembang, work was delayed due to the uncertainty of Dinas PU Cipta Karya in accepting the responsibility for the implementation of the RKL and RPL for the plant. In addition, there was a change in the head of Dinas during the implementation period. Issues with BLH related to the DFAT guidelines on payment of allowances and honoraria also contributed to the delays. The AMDAL document for Palembang was formally signed by the Mayor on 11 April 2016, some 14 months after the originally scheduled time. In Makassar, delays in formalising the change of scope, a change of key personnel within the LG as well as the reluctance of the proponent to accept responsibility for the implementation of the RKL and RPL caused serious delays in implementing the activity. The AMDAL document was formally signed by the Mayor of Makassar on 25 November The UKL and UPL documents for Cimahi were formally signed by the Mayor on 15 February The LARP in Palembang has yet to be finalised due to a long process to agree on the preferred housing option and the amount of compensation to be paid. 4

11 CHAPTER 3: RELEVANCE AND IMPLICATIONS OF PROJECT PROPOSALS CHAPTER 3: RELEVANCE AND IMPLICATIONS OF PROJECT PROPOSALS 3.1 IMPACTS AND THEIR MITIGATION The assessment of significant impacts was prepared in accordance with Law no. 32/2009 Clause 22. The impacts were assessed in the pre-construction phase, construction phase, and operational phase. With regard to all three projects, during the socialisation of the EIA in locations around the WWTP and along the pipelines in affected kecamatan (sub-district), the community was generally supportive with the expectation that better sanitation would lead to improved health for its citizens. The communities main concern was that they should be properly and fairly compensated for any land acquired for the project. It was assessed that this impact could be satisfactory dealt with. As to management of the environment, it was assessed that further socialisation of the project should be carried out as the time for commencement of construction drew closer. It was agreed that a mechanism for eliciting and dealing with public complaints should be readily available. A similar approach was proposed for environmental monitoring during the implementation of the project. A further point of discussion in all locations was the expected positive impact that the sewerage projects would have on the local labour market. The Palembang and Makassar projects are expected to employ a construction workforce of about 135 people in each location (six security, 50 carpenters, six foremen, 15 administrative staff, 12 machine operators, 40 drivers and six engineering professionals). The people in the affected villages in each location expect to be given significant job opportunities. Where skills are available locally, staff should be employed and wages should be in accordance with the level of education and skills of workers. Additional points of assessment were the possible effects on air quality and impacts due to noise. Air quality at each location is still quite good. Concern was expressed that the traffic of heavy equipment and transport of materials might cause dust problems. Special controls were outlined to minimise this problem, including moving heavy equipment and materials at night, regular watering of areas giving rise to dust and controlled development of open excavations. Also, vehicles and equipment will be required to be fitted with low-noise exhaust systems. Monitoring of both air quality and noise levels is proposed during the period of project implementation. Data on water quality in the Jongaya canal adjacent to the Makassar site currently indicates that BOD and COD are at unacceptable levels. However, the water still meets the requirements of the Provincial regulations for South Sulawesi for the parameters on TSS, oils and fats (as well as other parameters). It is expected that during construction in both Palembang and Makassar, water flowing from the site might cause problems due to an increase in total solids. It is proposed to minimise this problem by only opening 5

12 excavation in stages, as required, and also by providing a settling pond so that water is stored to improve its quality prior to discharge from the site. The solids concentration in the discharge from the site will be monitored. Due to increased traffic volume and limited road access, it is expected that traffic volume will increase to around 59 trucks per hour in Makassar and 37 trucks per hour in Palembang. This is expected to impact on local commercial activity. Increased traffic volume due to the activity of trucks carrying materials and soil will affect road performance, impede consumer access to shops and businesses and reduce the income of communities along the pipe routes. These impacts are to be mitigated by mobilising heavy equipment and transporting materials outside peak hours, and regulating the flow of vehicles to avoid peaks. Monitoring will include field observation and calculating traffic volume. An important issue to consider is odour control from the plant once it is operational. Hydrogen sulphide (H 2S) and associated mercaptans are the main cause of bad odours. Problems with nitrogen concentration will not be significant as this is readily oxidised by air. Poor management of sludge can also cause odour problems, especially in the dry season. Odour problems will be addressed using a management system which catches the gas and treats it to remove the odour (Gas Capture System). In addition, the escape of odours from the site will be reduced by having buffer zones and significant greenery and open space in the area of the WWTP. Monitoring will be implemented by using a gas sampler and regular testing of air quality to ensure it meets the required standards. 3.2 HYDROLOGY AND FLOODING The Palembang study concluded that during the wet season the high tide levels are above the 2m level and therefore the proposed site could be inundated during that part of the year. The calculation of the wet season high tide level is based on regular wet season flows and tides. However, if there was an extraordinary rainfall event, then the flood flow would further elevate the level of the river. Depending on the rainfall event, the river may be in flood (that is, with flow levels above normal wet season flow levels), for any amount of time ranging from a couple of days to several weeks. Based on the DED drawings it has been proposed that the current earthworks will elevate the site by 3.5m. Once a comprehensive government-financed hydrological and hydraulic modelling study of the Musi floodplain is completed, it is considered that additional assessment could significantly reduce the uncertainty regarding the proposed site levels and thus site specific management recommendations can be made to protect the most critical elements of the infrastructure. The Makassar study concluded that the WWTP could be considered essential infrastructure and therefore, the site should be designed to a higher level than the surrounding developments to ensure less flood impact. This suggests that the site s currently proposed level of 1.25m AMSL may not be sufficient. In the absence of detailed hydrology and hydraulic modelling it is not possible to calculate design flood levels based on flooding from either the Jongaya Canal or the Jeneberang River. Also, while no 6

13 CHAPTER 3: RELEVANCE AND IMPLICATIONS OF PROJECT PROPOSALS recommendations can be made relating to minimum design levels based on the literature review there is sufficient evidence of a significant flooding problem. To reconcile the lack of available information it is recommended that all essential components of the WWTP design be raised as high as feasibly possible to ensure the ongoing serviceability of the plant, and that the environmental effects and health implications caused from flooding of the plant occur as infrequently as possible. As a minimum, it is recommended the site be filled to above the surrounding areas so as to ensure that the WWTP is one of the least flood affected sites in the region. 3.3 WATER QUALITY DATA The aim of the water quality monitoring program was to establish a baseline of water quality conditions within the catchments of the proposed Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTP) in Palembang, South Sumatra and Makassar, South Sulawesi. The data collected can be used to evaluate the future environmental impacts of the proposed wastewater schemes The water quality monitoring program in each city comprises a number of surface water, groundwater and receiving water sites (both within the proposed area for sewerage and adjacent to the WWTP sites).water quality samples were collected at each site on four occasions throughout the study period. The structure of the Water Quality Data Report is as follows: General information and existing data for each city National water quality standards Site locations, sampling dates and parameters for each city, and Sampling results and discussion The results from the Palembang catchment show that the surface water sites generally have higher COD, BOD and faecal coliform values than the groundwater and receiving water sites; this suggests a higher level of pollution. The surface water sites recorded high BOD and COD readings (the average across all sites is mg/l for BOD and mg/l for COD). With high BOD results one would generally expect high faecal coliform results However, laboratory results show a range from non-detectable to >2400 CFU per 100ml (4 samples). While these results seem to be inconsistent with actual conditions, the cause of such results has not yet been determined. Further consideration of the results and their implications is recommended. When comparing results from the receiving water sites to previous data collected upstream and downstream of Ampera Bridge and the Musi River sites, it is noted: The average BOD values are similar (receiving water sites = 1.51 mg/l and Ampera Bridge/Musi River sites = 1.53 mg/l). The average COD values are slightly higher at the receiving water sites (8.93 mg/l) compared to the Ampera Bridge/Musi River sites (4.90 mg/l). 7

14 Faecal coliform results ranged from no/100ml at the receiving water sites and from no/100ml at Ampera Bridge/Musi River sites. The Makassar results show that the receiving water sites of Jongaya Canal generally have a higher level of pollution than the groundwater and surface water sites. The surface water sites recorded high BOD and COD readings (the average across all sites is mg/l for BOD and mg/l for COD). High faecal coliform results would normally be expected with high BOD results. However, laboratory results showed a range from 350 to >24,196 no/100ml which seems to be unrepresentative of actual conditions. The cause of these results has not been determined and further consideration of the results and implications is recommended. The following is noted when comparing results from the receiving water sites in the Jongaya Canal to previous data collected there in 2009/2011: The average BOD values are higher in the Jongaya Canal ( mg/l) compared to the receiving water sites (63.99 mg/l). The average COD values are slightly higher in the Jongaya Canal ( mg/l) compared to the receiving water sites (93.28 mg/l). Total coliform results ranged from 13,500 24,000,000 no/100ml at the Jongaya Canal and from 2900 to >24,196 no/100ml at the receiving water sites. 3.4 LAND ACQUISITION Land acquisition for the site in Palembang was completed in 2013, however the resettlement of the households is still underway. Palembang is the city with the ongoing issues related to resettlement. Due to the inaccuracy in the original Draft Land Acquisition and Resettlement Plan (LARP) prepared by ADB-funded consultants, the preparation of the final LARP was delayed while the data on affected people was revised. The cross-cutting issue for the activity was the preparation of the final LARP in Palembang. The LARP raises the issue of social inclusiveness due to the need for resettlement of seventeen affected families on the WWTP site and the impacts of construction on residents along the pipeline network. Also, the Safeguards Policy Statement (SPS) of the ADB (2009) which has been adopted by DFAT and IndII requires special allowances to be paid to affected residents who are considered vulnerable - such as those households headed by women, elderly, disabled and very poor households. In March 2015, the Consultant prepared a Housing Option Study which analysed the most appropriate housing options for the 17 affected households (AHs). The options were: 1: Cash only, and Option 2: Housing with a long-term lease arrangement. Due to the limitation of land near the site for relocation, the City of Palembang preferred providing cash compensation only to the AHs, and this decision was accepted by DFAT. The cash compensation provided by City of Palembang was based on ADB s SPS and the Indonesian Valuation System. A local independent appraiser was engaged in 2014 to 8

15 CHAPTER 3: RELEVANCE AND IMPLICATIONS OF PROJECT PROPOSALS conduct the valuation; however the valuation was only valid for one year. In 2016, The City of Palembang prepared another valuation in order to recalculate the amount of compensation for the affected households. By the time the Consultant contract ended, the valuation was still being prepared. The completion of the final LARP and resolution of the compensation and rehousing issues does not signify the end of the process - the next step is implementation of the plan. Completion of the implementation is a fundamental aspect of DFAT/ADB policy and in most circumstances, construction of the sewerage project would not proceed until all compensation has been paid and/or delivered. The review of the LARP Corrective Action Plan (CAP) for the Makassar WWTP was completed and there were no outstanding issues. The construction issues related to business disturbance for the pipeline network will be managed in accordance with the approved ADB MSMIP Project Administrative Manual (PAM). In Makassar, field supervision and previous design assumptions appear to have overlooked a small number of long-term residents living on the Jongaya Canal that may be displaced for project construction and operation. In addition, LG has not secured the access to the WWTP site or obtained the land certificate. These issues were raised on several occasions; however there was still some uncertainty as to whether these residents would be affected from the project. Resolution of these issues will be depended on the City s securing the site by obtaining the land certificate as well as maintaining access for the residents to their village centre on the other side of the Jongaya Canal. Significant land acquisition problems in the City of Cimahi led to the WWCS component of the project being the only subject of the UKL/UPL process. The assessment of the WWTP was postponed due to lack of certainty concerning the purchase of the newly proposed site. This site is the third site proposed - the previous two were abandoned due to problems acquiring the land. In view of these delays, the decision was made to only prepare documentation for the pipeline component (WWCS) of the project, which would help move the overall project forward. 3.5 METEOROLOGICAL DATA The meteorological data collection program comprised of one station in each location with data collected throughout the study from December 2014 to November This aimed to establish baseline meteorological conditions in areas of close proximity to the proposed wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) in Makassar and Palembang. With regard to the baseline data, it should be noted that the months of December 2014 and November 2016 are partial months due to the initial site installation and final data download. Trends and data based on these months should be used with caution due to the reduced number of measurements included. The data collected consists of wind speed, wind direction, barometric pressure, temperature, humidity, rainfall, and solar radiation. 9

16 Wind rose diagrams for the dry and wet seasons in both Makassar and Palembang have been prepared based on wind data collected using anemometers at 2 metres and 10 metres. These can be used to help evaluate the potential environmental impacts of the proposed wastewater schemes primarily in relation to odour generation. Given the extent of odour generation in waste water treatment plants, the dominant seasonal wind directions and the proportion of time with low wind speed should be taken into account in any modelling that may be undertaken in future studies. Over the two-year monitoring period, data outages were minimal with only a few notable problems occurring with the meteorological equipment at the Palembang station, i.e., a barometric pressure sensor malfunction in November 2015, a rainfall sensor blocked with debris in September 2016 and a humidity sensor malfunction in November GENDER AND SOCIAL INCLUSION The social inclusiveness aspects were taken into account in the EIA and LARP documents. In Palembang: (i) the Palembang Land Acquisition Resettlement Task Force assigned by the Palembang Mayor in 2014 included an Affected Person (AP) who was both a local resident and businesswoman and represented the affected households at City and local village meetings; (ii) the Palembang LARP Housing Option proposed to DFAT by the consultant included a market/shop area for women heads of household who had existing businesses both within and adjacent to the affected land; and (iii) a single, disabled woman was one of the APs and was included in all meetings and negotiations pertaining to housing choices. In general: (i) sex disaggregated data was collected as part of all social surveys conducted in accordance with ADB Safeguards Policy Statement (SPS) 2009, all vulnerable groups were identified and analysed as per the ADB policy; (ii) women as well as men, including those from the same household, were given the same opportunities to participate in all socialisation activities and consultations; and (iii) follow up and feedback were provided by the consultant until the issuance of a clearance for the environmental permit which was the completion milestone for the EIA contract. 3.7 LESSONS LEARNED The main lesson learned is that the EIA Activity was probably commenced too early in the preparation of the project. Several delays that were encountered could have been avoided if the EIA team had started later in the process once some of the major design issues had already been resolved. The second lesson learned is to have some requirement for construction advice for the DED consultant in order to provide the basic parameters that will affect the receiving environment during the construction phase of the project. 10

17 CHAPTER 3: RELEVANCE AND IMPLICATIONS OF PROJECT PROPOSALS A third lesson would be to ensure that all land required for the basic components of the system including both WWTP and WWCS have been purchased and/or are fully controlled by the City before the DED consultant commences mobilisation. There have been delays caused by a different perception on the AMDAL administration and financing process. It was common for other projects to provide the AMDAL budget to the Local Environmental Agency, and all the required processes would be handled by the Agency. These practises would not be acceptable by the IndII s procurement guidelines and series of discussions and explanations were conducted. At the end, both Palembang and Makassar City Government accepted IndII guidelines and regulation. 11

18 CHAPTER 4: FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS 4.1 CHECK LIST Follow up actions should include: 1. Socialisation Activities and Land Acquisition a. Continued dissemination of plans to the community with activities conducted directly through face-to-face dialog and indirectly through the mass media, electronic media, and bulletin boards. b. Intensive consultation with religious leaders and community/indigenous persons. 2. Mobilisation of WWTP Workforce Development a. Cooperation and coordination with the Department of Labour to provide information on employment opportunities during construction. b. Providing job opportunities in several villages around the project area in accordance with the specifications/qualifications of the workforce needed. c. Providing opportunities for local entrepreneurs to participate in tenders. 3. Mobilisation of Construction Equipment & Materials a. The timing of mobilisation should avoid peak hours and the local community should have input to ensure minimised impacts. b. Conduct regular watering in locations around the planned wastewater pipeline systems and land that has been cleared to reduce dust arising. c. The installation of a silencer on the exhaust of trucks to reduce the noise generated. 4. Plan for Management of Excavation Works a. Clearing is done in stages, only as required. b. Conduct regular watering in locations around the planned wastewater pipeline systems and land that has been cleared to reduce dust arising. c. Provide settling ponds in locations of land clearance, increasing the quality of water runoff collected before it is released slowly into the body of water in the vicinity. 5. Labour Operation Phase a. Give priority to the people in the vicinity to be employed in accordance with the specifications/qualifications required. b. Cooperate and coordinate with the Department of Labour to provide information on job opportunities for the operating phase. 12

19 CHAPTER 4: FOLLOW UP ACTIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS c. Disseminate information about the plans, objectives, benefits of the project (including the impacts both positive and negative) directly to the public. 6. Operation and Maintenance of WWTP Facilities a. Optimisation of the operational performance of the WWTP. b. Check all units of WWTP to ensure that the units are operating as designed. c. Monitoring air quality and noise levels. d. Conducting sampling of the quality of wastewater before discharge into the rivers. e. Monitoring water quality in receiving waters. 13

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