MT EDGECOMBE SOUTH RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (KINDLEWOOD): EIA/4667

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1 Moreland Developments (Pty) Ltd MT EDGECOMBE SOUTH RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (KINDLEWOOD): EIA/4667 FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN SiVEST Environmental Division 22 Pietermaritz Street, Pietermaritzburg, 320 KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Contact Person: Jenny Barnard Phone: Fax: jennyb@pmb.sivest.co.za 24 July 2007

2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.... BACKGROUND TO EMP....2 LAYOUT OF EMP....3 MORELAND S ISO 400 CERTIFICATION RECORD OF DECISION ON EIA OBJECTIVES OF EMP RESPONSIBLE AUTHORITY CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE PROJECT ENGINEER (DEVELOPER) ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT CONTRACTOR (DEVELOPER) CONTRACTOR (PURCHASER) ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL OFFICER (ECO) COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS COMPLIANCE WITH MORELAND S ISO 400 REQUIREMENTS COMPLIANCE WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN Contractor (Developer) Contractor (Purchaser) EMP COMPLIANCE EMP STANDARD RESPONSIBILITIES Moreland (as a Primary Developer) Engineering Consultants Primary Contractor Purchasers and their contractors and ECO Moreland s Environmental Consultant Home Owners Association PRE-CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES (DEVELOPER)... 6 PRE-CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES (PURCHASER) PRECONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES (LOCAL AUTHORITY) CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES: DEVELOPER CONSTRUCTION ZONE CONSTRUCTION CAMP STORAGE AREAS STOCK PILE AREAS GEOTECHNICAL ISSUES FOR CONSIDERATION SURFACE RUNOFF AND WATER RESOURCES SUPERVISION EMPLOYMENT SITE AND PUBLIC SAFETY VEGETATION FAUNA SOIL MANAGEMENT AND EROSION CONTROL POLLUTION CONTROL General Air pollution Noise pollution Waste Generation and Litter Water Pollution Concrete BLASTING ACTIVITIES...20 SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007 ii

3 8.5 DISRUPTION OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES: PURCHASER BUILDING CONSTRUCTION : GENERAL GEOTECHNICAL ISSUES FOR CONSIDERATION SURFACE RUNOFF AND WATER RESOURCES SOIL MANAGEMENT AND EROSION CONTROL VEGETATION FAUNA POLLUTION CONTROL General Air pollution Noise pollution Waste Generation and Litter Water Pollution Concrete CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES (AUTHORITY AND/OR LOCAL AUTHORITY) TLAND USE REHABILITATION REPLACEMENT OF TOPSOIL RE-VEGETATION WETLAND HABITAT AND BUFFER ZONE MANAGEMENT ECOLOGICAL CORRIDORS THE ECOLOGICAL CORRIDORS MUST BE MAINTAINED AND KEPT CLEAR OF LITTER, ETC ONGOING MANAGEMENT OF THE DEVELOPMENT IN TERMS OF THE SLOPE STABILITY AND STORM WATER RUNOFF IS A RECOMMENDATION OF THE SCOPING REPORT COMPLIANCE MONITORING CONSTRUCTION PHASE OPERATIONAL PHASE TRAINING AND AWARENESS TRAINING OF CONSTRUCTION WORKERS CONTRACTOR SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE AMENDMENTS TO THE EMP SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007 iii

4 LIST OF APPENDICES Annexure : Moreland SHE Policy Annexure 2: Moreland Ground Rules Annexure 3: Record of Decision dated 24 May 2006 Annexure 4: Standard Operating Procedure: Sewage Systems Procedure Annexure 5: Standard Operating Procedure: Stormwater Management Procedure Annexure 6: Standard Operating Procedure: Erosion Control Procedure Annexure 7: Standard Operating Procedure: EMP Monitoring Procedure Annexure 8: Standard Operating Procedure: Raw Material Sourcing Procedure Annexure 9: Standard Operating Procedure: Control and Eradication of Alien Invasive Vegetation Procedure Annexure 0: Standard Operating Procedure: Management of Sensitive Systems Procedure Annexure : Template Wetland Rehabilitation Procedure Annexure 2: Template Faunal Species Procedure Annexure 3: Standard Operating Procedure: On Site Emergency Response Procedure Annexure 4: Waste Monitoring Primary Record (Record ) Annexure 5: Complaints Register (Record ) SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007 iv

5 MT EDGECOMBE SOUTH: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN NOTE: RED FOR PURCHASERS BLUE FOR MORELAND GREEN FOR AUTHORITY/ LOCAL AUTHORITY ORANGE FOR HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION LIST OF TERMS USED Authority The ultimate authority responsible for approval of the EMP together with ensuring compliance is the Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs (DAEA). Bulk services and associated works: As contained in the Engineering Report prepared by BCP Engineers dated July 2005, attached as Appendix 9 to the Scoping Report. Construction Phase: The Construction Phase is comprised of two components: Construction Phase (Developer) - Services & Road construction, estate fencing, estate facilities and gatehouse construction. The Construction Phase is the period of commencement of physical disturbance to the land, excluding rehabilitation activities, such as re-vegetation and replacing of topsoil. This construction is the Developer s responsibility. Construction Phase (Purchaser) - Site Construction: The site-specific disturbance of each individual site for the construction of private building development as well as the construction of the school. Construction Zone: The entire Construction Zone will be deemed to be the site approximately 90ha in extent (as indicated at Appendix 4 of Scoping Report - layout of site) and is situated on Rem of Erf 43 Mt Edgecombe, excluding ecological corridors and wetlands with associated buffer zones, and will contain construction machinery and related vehicles, construction staff, and other related equipment. All physical disturbances to the land will take place within the Construction Zone and will be restricted to the area demarcated, by the Site Manager, for each phase of construction before construction commences. An individual site being developed by a Purchaser is also deemed to be a Construction Zone. All individual sites (SR, Duet and MDR) are to be fenced off with shade cloth during the entirety of the construction period and all construction work, and materials, shall occur within each site. Contractor (Developer): Persons/organisations contracted by the Developer to carry out parts of the servicing work for the planned development. The contractor shall ensure that the provisions of this EMP are implemented and adhered to, and shall request advice from the Environmental Consultant where considered appropriate. The Project Engineer is the first line of responsibility for the Contractor s (Developer) work. Contractor (Purchaser): Persons/organisations contracted by the Purchaser to carry out site development work and building construction on a site. The contractor shall ensure that the provisions of this EMP SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007 v

6 are implemented and adhered to, and shall request advice from the Environmental Consultant where considered appropriate (at the Purchaser s cost). The work of the Contractor (Purchaser) falls under the Purchaser s responsibility in the first instance but ultimately under the Local Authority s and DAEA s jurisdiction. All sites shall have an Environmental Control Officer (ECO) appointed by the Purchaser or Contractor (Purchaser) who shall be directly responsible for implementation and compliance with the EMP. Developer: The developer is Moreland Developments (Pty) LTD who will construct the service reticulation to each individual property, estate fencing, gatehouses and ancillary features/structures. Development Phase: The phase during which Moreland is constructing and installing roads and services to the individual sites, the estate fencing, gatehouses and ancillary features/structures. Ecological Corridors: Ecological corridors promote and enable the flow of energy, water, nutrients, genetic material and plants and animals between each other. The natural watercourses, windbreaks containing portions of coastal forest and the wetland areas with associated buffer zones are considered to be the ecological corridors on site. Environmental Consultant (Developer): Person who will provide direction to the Project Engineer (Developer) during the Development Phase concerning the activities within the Construction Zone, and who will be responsible for conducting the environmental audit of the project during the Development Phase of the project according to the provisions of the Environmental Management Plan and Moreland s ISO 400 requirements. The Environmental Consultant (Developer) will be the ECO for the Development Phase. Environmental Control Officer (ECO): The person, appointed by either the Purchaser or Contractor (Purchaser) who shall be responsible for the implementation of the EMP on all individual sites and who shall audit all construction activity on such sites and provide such audit reports to the Developer and to the Authority. Environmental Management Plan (EMP): The EMP is a detailed plan for the implementation of the mitigation measures to minimise the negative environmental impacts highlighted in the Scoping Report. The EMP contributes to the preparation of the contract documentation by developing clauses to which the contractor must adhere for the protection of the environment. The EMP specifies how the construction of the project is to be carried out and includes the actions required for the Post- Construction Phase to ensure that all the environmental impacts are managed for the duration of the project s life-cycle. Home Owners Association (HOA) The Home Owners Association, to which all Purchasers are obliged to become members, shall be responsible for the maintenance of the internal roads, road verges, stormwater system and Ecological Corridors. Internal Services As contained in the Engineering Report prepared by BCP Engineers dated July 2005, attached as Appendix 9 to the Scoping Report. SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007 vi

7 ISO 400 The international standard for environmental management systems that seek to create a philosophy of environmental sensitivities at all levels of an organisation and assists those involved in the design, planning and implementation of new developments in recognising, understanding and implementing sustainable practises. ISO 400 also provides for continual assessment and improvement of environmental performance. Local Authority: The ethekwini Municipality. Neighbours: These are the directly adjacent neighbours. Operational Phase: The period following the Construction Phase, during which the proposed development will be operational and which will fall under the responsibility of the Home Owners Association, Local Authority and Authority. Pre-Construction Phase (Developer): The period prior to commencement of the Construction Phase for roads and services, during which various activities associated with the preparation for the Construction Phase of work done by the Contractor (Developer) will be undertaken. Pre-Construction Phase (Purchaser): The period prior to commencement of the Construction Phase for the individual site building development, during which various activities associated with the preparation for the Construction Phase of work done by the Contractor (Purchaser) will be undertaken. Project Area: The area comprising the site that is situated on Rem of Erf 43 Mt Edgecombe, indicated on the plan at Appendix 4 of the Scoping Report. Project Engineer (Developer): Person/organisation appointed by the Developer to oversee the work of the Contractor (Developer). The Project Engineer will liase with the Environmental Consultant. Project Engineer (Purchaser): An engineer that is appointed by the Purchaser to ensure and certify all works that are done on site that require such certification and where provided for in the EMP in conjunction with the Purchaser s ECO.. Purchaser: The person/company/organisation who has purchased a site from either the Developer or from another Purchaser. The sales agreement for the purchase will include this EMP as a condition and the Purchaser will be obliged to comply with all of the requirements in the EMP and must ensure that an ECO is appointed and must ensure that the Contractor (Purchaser) is provided with a copy of the EMP and that such EMP is made part of the contract between the 2 parties. Scoping Report: The Environmental Impact Assessment Report which identifies both the biophysical and social environmental impacts associated with the construction activities of the project, and which provides mitigation measures to minimise the impacts. SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007 vii

8 Site Manager (Developer): The person, representing the Contractor (Developer), responsible for all the Contractor s activities on the site including the construction staff and activities associated with the Construction Phase. The Site Manager (Developer) will liase with the Project Engineer (Developer) in order to ensure that the project is conducted in accordance with the EMP. Wetland The areas formally delineated as wetland in terms of the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry standards. Wetland Buffer The area directly adjacent to the wetland that has been designated as buffer. SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007 viii

9 INTRODUCTION. Background to EMP The Scoping Report entitled Mt Edgecombe Residential Development Environmental Impact Assessment: Scoping Report (2 nd Draft), dated August 2005, provides a comprehensive assessment of the issues associated with the project. This Environmental Management Plan has been based on the environmental issues identified in Scoping Report. The EMP should be read in conjunction with the Scoping Report. This EMP has been updated to include Moreland s ISO 400 documentation, and the conditions of the Record of Decision dated 24 May The EMP shall be bound into all contract and sale documents, and shall have contractual standing on the basis that its contents are an integral component of the environmental approval obtained in terms of Section 2 of the Environment Conservation Act of 989 and shall be provided to Moreland, the Project Engineer (Developer), Contractor (Developer), Purchaser, Contractor (Purchaser), Local Authority and Home Owners Association. The EMP shall be approved by the Authority. Moreland are the primary developers providing the service installation and road construction for the development as well as construction of gatehouses, security fences and estate facilities. Each individual property will be developed by the Contractor (Purchaser) who is responsible, through the Purchaser, for ensuring that the provisions of this EMP are implemented and adhered to. The Authority is ultimately responsible for ensuring compliance with this EMP by all parties..2 Layout of EMP The Environmental Management Plan identifies the three phases of development as: Pre-Construction Phase Construction Phase Operational Phase The generic and specific provisions are included together under each phase for each environmental consideration. The generic provisions are the general environmental issues, procedures and controls that can be applied to the project and site as a whole. The specific provisions are those environmental issues, procedures and controls that are relevant to a particular section of the site. The Pre-Construction and Construction Phases are comprised of three phases firstly, the Local Authority s responsibilities in terms of plan approvals, secondly, the Developer s responsibility for the construction of the services and roads, estate fencing, facilities and gatehouses, and thirdly, the Purchaser s responsibility for the development of each individual property. SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

10 .3 Moreland s ISO 400 Certification Moreland is ISO 400 certified, and this EMP (final dated 6 September 2005 submitted to DAEA with the Final Scoping Report dated 6 September 2005) has been amended to include the relevant ISO 400 Policies, Ground Rules, Standard Operating Procedures, and Templates. ISO 400 EMS The intent of an ISO 400 environmental management system (EMS) is to develop a systematic management approach to the environmental concerns of the organization. The standard expects commitment from the organisation, compliance with applicable legal requirements and continual improvement. The expected outcome of this approach is continual improvement in environmental management. An EMS provides an overall management approach for evaluating environmental risks associated with current operations, assessing how to avoid environmental impacts and risks, and developing new processes to improve environmental conditions. Moreland Policy Refer to the Moreland SHE Policy attached as Annexure. The establishment of an Environmental Policy mandated by top management, and verified by them during Management Review, is the first requirement of the ISO 400 Standard. The Policy sets the tone for the establishment of EMS principles. The Policy directs corporate goals, corporate responsibilities, and the establishment of corporate performance milestones against which the management system is assessed. Aspects and Impacts Register (Record 4.3..) Environmental aspects are those elements of an organization s activities, products, services or physical resources, which may have potentially beneficial or harmful effects on the environment. These may include discharges and emissions, raw materials and energy use, waste recycling, noise, dust, and visual pollution. An environmental impact is the change that takes place from the occurrence of any given aspect. The relationship between the two is causal: an impact is the pollution that would result if an environmental aspect were not properly managed or controlled. Aspects identification is important, since it is from this identification of the potential to impact the environment that the rest of the system is built. Identification of aspects is a continual process under any EMS system. The aspects identification process includes all past, present and future impacts that an organization s activities have had, are having, and will have on the environment. Reference is made to the Aspects / Impacts Register dated July 2005 (Record 4.3..) where the contents of the EMP for the Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development EIA have been checked and verified. Ground Rules Refer to the Moreland Ground Rules attached as Annexure 2. The ground rules are base on Moreland s commitment towards sustainable development and the preservation of natural resources and human life. All contractors (Developers and Purchasers), the Environmental Consultant (Developer), and ECO are to be aware of these Ground Rules. Not attached to EMP, but can be sourced from Moreland on request. SiVEST Environmental Division 2 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

11 Standard Operating Procedures Operational control over all activities significantly affecting the environment is a requirement of the ISO 400 Standard. To assure this, operating methods and procedures must be written down for these activities. This provides consistency and clearly identifies what the different job responsibilities are. This EMP has referenced the various Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within the context of the mitigation measures provided in this EMP. See list of SOPs in the list of Annexures..4 Record of Decision on EIA Refer to the Record of Decision dated 24 May 2006 attached as Annexure 3 to this EMP. 2 OBJECTIVES OF EMP The objectives of the EMP are to: Ensure that development is in accordance with the EIA approval that was obtained in terms of Section 2 of the Environment Conservation Act of 989. Ensure that the development process is structured and implemented in a manner that ensures that all necessary approvals (in terms of the EMP requirements and in particular the onsite attenuation) are obtained from the Local Authority prior to development occurring onsite. Provide a pro-active, feasible and practical working tool to enable the measurement and monitoring of environmental performance on site. Guide and control the implementation of the findings and recommendations of the Scoping Report conducted for the project. Ensure that the construction and operational phases of the project continue within the principles of Integrated Environmental Management. Provide guidance for the environmental auditing of the project. 3 RESPONSIBLE AUTHORITY The Project Engineer (Developer), Contractor (Developer) and Contractor (Purchaser) through the Purchaser, appointed to install services or to construct houses or other structures, shall be responsible for ensuring that the provisions contained within the EMP are implemented and adhered to, and shall be held accountable in terms of the EMP. The ultimate responsibility for compliance rests with the Authority. SiVEST Environmental Division 3 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

12 4 CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT 4. Duties and Powers of the Project Engineer (Developer) The Project Engineer (Developer) is responsible for ensuring that the Developer s responsibilities within the EMP are implemented and adhered to (i.e. during the Construction Phase (Developer)). The Project Engineer (Developer), during the Construction Phase (Developer): Arranges information meetings for or consults with I&APs about the impending construction activities where necessary; Ensures that Moreland s Requirements are provided for and adhered to; Maintains a register of complaints and queries by members of the public at the site office. This register is forwarded to the Environmental Consultant on a bimonthly basis. Enforces the EMP on site; Monitors implementation of the requirements of the EMP; Assesses the Contractor s (Developer) environmental performance in consultation with the Environmental Consultant; Documents in conjunction with the Contractor, the state of the site prior to construction activities commencing. This documentation will be in the form of, photographs or video record. 4.2 Environmental Consultant The Environmental Consultant: during the Construction Phase (Developer): Briefs the Project Engineer (Developer) and the Contractor (Developer) about the requirements of the Environmental Management Plan, and holds a meeting with all primary suppliers and contractors to discuss the EMP prior to start of construction (Refer to Procedure attached as Annexure 7); Advises the Project Engineer (Developer) about the interpretation, implementation and enforcement of the Environmental Specification and other related environmental matters; Undertakes site induction and staff training on the EMP and general environmental matters in accordance with Moreland s ISO 400 requirements; Attends site meetings, as necessary; Monitors the Contractor s (Developer) compliance with the EMP during the Construction Phase (Developer); Monitors, in a very general nature, the construction activities of the Contractor (Purchaser) where there is such construction during the Construction Phase (Developer) and, where required, shall report instances of non-compliance to the Authority, and, where necessary, to the Developer; Undertakes environmental audits at least once a month (the frequency dependant upon the nature, extent and amount of work in progress during each particular month) on the effectiveness of the environmental specifications on the site as well as compliance with Moreland s SHE and ISO Requirements. Audit reports are to be submitted to Moreland. The EC must schedule audit dates and ensure that all necessary parties are made aware of these dates, and consult with DAEA compliance officer to ensure officer can attend some audits; Reports on the performance of the project, during the Construction Phase (Developer), in terms of environmental compliance with the EMP, to the Project Engineer (Developer), the Developer and the Authority; and Provides technical advice relating to environmental issues to the Project Engineer (Developer). SiVEST Environmental Division 4 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

13 4.3 Contractor (Developer) The Contractor (Developer) is required to: Supply method statements for all activities requiring special attention as specified and/or requested by the Project Engineer (Developer) or Environmental Consultant during the duration of the Contract; Be conversant with the requirements of the EMP; Comply with Moreland s Requirements; Comply with requirements of the Environmental Consultant in terms of this EMP; Ensure any sub-contractors/ suppliers who are utilised within the context of the contract comply with the environmental requirements of the EMP. The Contractor (Developer) will be held responsible for non-compliance on their behalf; Bear the costs of any damages/ compensation resulting from non-adherence to the EMP or written site instructions as per 4.8. below; Comply with all applicable legislation in terms of 4.6 below; Ensure that the Project Engineer (Developer) is timeously informed of any foreseeable activities that will require input from the Environmental Consultant. The Contractor (Developer) will conduct all activities in a manner that minimises disturbance to directly affected residents and the public in general, and foreseeable impacts on the environment. In this regard the provisions of Sections 5 and 8 are critical. 4.4 Contractor (Purchaser) The Contractor (Purchaser) is required to: Be conversant with the relevant and applicable requirements of the EMP; Brief staff about the requirements of the EMP; Comply with requirements of the EMP; Ensure that any sub-contractors/ suppliers who are utilised within the context of the contract comply with the environmental requirements of the EMP. The Contractor (Purchaser) will be held responsible for non-compliance on their behalf; Bear the costs of any damages/ compensation resulting from non-adherence to the EMP or written site instructions as per below; Comply with all applicable legislation in terms of 4.6 below; Ensure that the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant, if during the Construction Phase (Developer), or the Local Authority and Authority if after the Construction Phase (Developer), are timeously informed of any foreseeable activities that will have an impact on the surrounding or downstream properties. The Contractor (Purchaser) will conduct all activities in a manner that minimises disturbance to directly affected residents and the public in general, and foreseeable impacts on the environment. In this regard the provisions of Sections 6 and 9 are critical. 4.5 Environmental Control Officer (ECO) An ECO for all sites is required to be appointed by the Purchaser or Contractor (Purchaser) and is responsible for: be conversant with the relevant and applicable requirements of the EMP; train construction staff about the requirements of the EMP; comply with requirements of the EMP; SiVEST Environmental Division 5 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

14 ensure that any contractors/sub-contractors/suppliers who are utilised within the context of the contract comply with the environmental requirements of the EMP. The Purchaser will be held responsible for non-compliance of the EMP comply with all applicable legislation in terms of 4.6 below; ensure that the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant, if during the Construction Phase (Developer), or the Local Authority and Authority if after the Construction Phase (Developer), are timeously informed of any foreseeable activities that will have an impact on the surrounding or downstream properties. Submit regular audit reports to the Authority and the Home Owners Association. 4.6 Compliance with Applicable Laws The supreme law of the land is The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, which states: Every person shall have the right to an environment which is not detrimental to his or her health or well being. Laws applicable to protection of the environment in terms of Environmental Management (and relating to construction activities) include but are not restricted to: Laws applicable to protection of the environment in terms of Environmental Management (and relating to construction activities) include but are not restricted to: Atmospheric Pollution Prevention Act, No 45 of 965 Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act, No 43 of 983 Environmental Conservation Act, No 73 of 989 Explosives Act, No. 26 of 956 Fertilisers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, No 36 of 947 Forest and Veld Conservation Act, Act No 3 of 94 Hazardous Substances Act, No 5 of 973 KwaZulu-Natal Heritage Act, No. 0 of 997 KwaZulu-Natal Planning and Development Act No 5 of 998 (re: soil conservation) KwaZulu-Natal Nature Conservation Management Act, No. 9 of 997 Land Survey Act, No 9 of 92 Machinery and Occupational Safety Act, No. 6 of 983 Mines and Works Act, No. 27 of 956 Minerals Act, No 50 of 99 Mineral Development Draft Bill National Environmental Management Act, No. 07 of 998 National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, No. 0 of 2004 National Forests Act, No 84 of 998 National Heritage Resources Act, No. 25 of 999 National Water Act, No 36 of 998 National Water Act (amendments) National Veld and Forest Fire Act, No 0 of 998 Occupational Health and Safety Act, No 85 of 993 Provincial and Local Government Ordinances and Bylaws Soil Conservation Act, Act No 76 of 969 Sub-division of Agricultural Land Act Repeal Act 64 of 998 (re: soil conservation) Water Services Act No 08 of 997 and all regulations framed thereunder and amendments there to. SiVEST Environmental Division 6 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

15 4.7 Compliance with Moreland s ISO 400 Requirements Moreland has implemented ISO 400 as its formal Environmental Management System that governs all of its activities and operations. In this regard there are a number of specific requirements that need to be adhered to, implemented and complied with by all parties. The 2 key documents are Moreland s SHE Policy and Ground Rules which are attached as Annexure and 2 respectively. These documents provide the primary underlying policy and principle statements, vision and objectives that are used to guide all Moreland s operations and activities. These documents must be displayed onsite in both English and Zulu. The following documents are also ISO 400 requirements and must be maintained on site by the Contractor (Developer):. Complaints Register (Annexure 5) 2. Waste Disposal Register (Refer to Annexure 4) 3. Chemical Toilet Cleaning Register (to be sourced from Moreland) 4. Incident and non-conformance Register (to be sourced from Moreland) These registers shall be filled out and forwarded to Moreland on a monthly basis. From a training perspective, the Environmental Consultant shall be responsible for inducting and training of all contractor staff, which shall include ensuring understanding of the EMP requirements as well as on general environmental aspects and impacts. Records of on-site training must be kept. Refer to section 5 of Annexure 7 Procedure SOP EMP Monitoring 4.8 Compliance with the Environmental Management Plan 4.8. Contractor (Developer) The Contractor (Developer) is deemed not to have complied with the EMP if: within the boundaries of the Project Area, during the Construction Phase (Developer), adjacent areas and haul/ access roads there is evidence of contravention of clauses; if environmental damage ensues due to negligence; the Contractor (Developer) fails to comply with corrective or other instructions issued by the Local Authority, Authority, Project Engineer (Developer) or Environmental Consultant within a specified time, the Contractor (Developer) fails to respond adequately to complaints from the public. Application of a penalty clause will apply for incidents of non-compliance. The penalty imposed will be per incident. Unless stated otherwise in the project specification, the penalties imposed per incident or violation will be: Failure to demarcate wetland buffer zones R0 000 Failure to demarcate working areas R0 000 SiVEST Environmental Division 7 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

16 Working outside of the demarcated area R5000 Failure to strip topsoil with intact vegetation R000 Failure to stockpile topsoil correctly R 000 Failure to stockpile materials in designated areas R 000 Pollution of water bodies (including increased suspended solid loads) R0 000 Any construction activities within wetland area R0 000 Failure to control stormwater runoff R0 00 Downstream erosion R5000 Silting of township stormwater systems R5000 Failure to provide adequate sanitation R5000 Unauthorised removal of woody vegetation R5000 Failure to erect temporary fences where required R5000 Failure to provide adequate waste disposal facilities and services R5000 Poaching (fine per poached animal) R5000 Nuisance to neighbours by Construction staff R5000 Failure to reinstate disturbed areas within the specified time-frame R5000 Failure to rehabilitate disturbed areas within the specified time-frame R0000 Any other contravention of project specific specification R000 Any other contravention of particular (general) environmental specification R000 Such fines will be paid to the Developer and will be used in rehabilitation and or landscaping of the development Contractor (Purchaser) The Contractor (Purchaser) and Purchaser are deemed not to have complied with the EMP if: within the boundaries of the purchased site, adjacent to the site or downstream of the site, there is evidence of any contravention of clauses; if environmental damage ensues due to negligence; the Contractor (Purchaser) and/or Purchaser fails to comply with corrective or other instructions issued by the Local Authority, Authority, Home Owners Association, or ECO within a specified time, the Contractor (Purchaser) and/or Purchaser fails to respond adequately to complaints from the public. Application of a penalty clause will apply for incidents of non-compliance. The penalty imposed will be per incident. Unless stated otherwise in the project specification, the penalties imposed per incident or violation will be: Failure to demarcate wetland buffer zones R0 000 Working outside of the purchased site R5000 Failure to strip topsoil with intact vegetation R000 Failure to stockpile topsoil correctly R 000 Failure to stockpile materials in designated areas R 000 Pollution of water bodies (including increased suspended solid loads) R0 000 Any construction activities within wetland area R0 000 Failure to control stormwater runoff R0 00 Downstream erosion R5000 Silting of township stormwater systems R5000 Failure to provide adequate sanitation R5000 Unauthorised removal of woody vegetation R5000 Failure to erect temporary fences where required R5000 SiVEST Environmental Division 8 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

17 Failure to provide adequate waste disposal facilities and services R5000 Poaching (fine per poached animal) R5000 Nuisance to neighbours by Construction staff R5000 Failure to reinstate disturbed areas within the specified time-frame R5000 Failure to rehabilitate disturbed areas within the specified time-frame R0000 Any other contravention of project specific specification R000 Any other contravention of particular (general) environmental specification R000 Such fines will be paid to the Local Authority or Authority and will be used in rehabilitation or landscaping of the area or to remedy/rectify any issues that so require this. 4.9 EMP Compliance The EMP is a condition of the Record of Decision as set provided by the Authority in terms of Section 2 of the Environment Conservation Act. Refer to the Record of Decision (ROD) dated 24 May 2006 attached as Annexure 3. The specific conditions of the ROD are listed from section 8.5 to 8.26 (Annexure 3). These have been included in the EMP where relevant This EMP is a key component of the management and implementation of the Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. Non-compliance with the EMP will constitute non-compliance with the requirements of the Authority and therefore of the law. The EMP will be made binding on all contractors operating within the Project Area and will be included within the Contractual Clauses. Non-compliance with, or any deviation from, the conditions set out in this document constitutes a failure in compliance. It should be noted that in terms of the Environment Conservation Act, and the National Environmental Management Act No 07 of 998 (Section 28) those responsible for Environmental Damage must pay the repair costs both to the environment and human health and the preventative measures to reduce or prevent further pollution and/or environmental damage. (The polluter pays principle). The Authority is responsible for ensuring compliance with the EMP. 4.0 EMP Standard Responsibilities 4.0. Moreland (as a Primary Developer) Applicant and responsible for adherence to the ROD conditions Selling the land to private purchasers and construction of roads and services to individual sites and in some instances, for construction of gatehouses, fencing and community facilities Appointment of Environmental Consultant to implement and audit the EMP Engineering Consultants Appointed by Moreland for design of roads and services SiVEST Environmental Division 9 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

18 Responsible for managing the primary contractors Responsible for ensuring that Moreland s ISO and SHE reports are completed by the Primary Contractor as required and that all ISO and SHE documentation is in place at the site camp Primary Contractor Appointed by Moreland for construction of roads and services Is responsible for providing space and location for the following ISO and SHE documentation and signage onsite (both at the site camp and where the work is being done): - Display of Moreland SHE Policy and Ground Rules (English and Zulu) - Display of Environmental awareness posters - Hard copy of the EMP - Files for the following- - Complaints Register - Waste Disposal - Emergency Response details - Training Records - Incident Reports Is responsible for completing all of the above records for submission to Moreland Is responsible for complying with all relevant and applicable legislation and Bylaws Purchasers and their contractors and ECO Responsible for construction of private buildings on a site Responsible for adhering to EMP requirements and provisions An ECO is required to be appointed by the purchaser to monitor and audit building construction work and to submit such audits to the Authority and Home Owners Association. Is responsible for complying with all relevant and applicable legislation and Bylaws Moreland s Environmental Consultant Preparation of the EMP Implementation and auditing of the EMP on a regular (at least monthly) basis and submission of audit reports to Moreland, the Authority and the Local Authority Responsible for training of contractor staff Home Owners Association All owners within a development are obliged to become members of the Association. The Association is responsible (in general) for maintaining road verges, roads (where private), open space areas (where private), landscaping, building design details, signage and monitoring building construction work. The Association is bound by the Landscaping Plans and/or Conservation Management Plans where applicable and shall assist the Authority in monitoring the compliance with EMP by purchasers. SiVEST Environmental Division 0 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

19 5 PRE-CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES (DEVELOPER) 5. The Developer is to appoint a Project Engineer (Developer) and Contractor (Developer). The contractor shall hire local labour, both male and female, where possible. 5.2 The Developer is to appoint an Environmental Consultant (suitably qualified person) to audit the implementation of the EMP and Moreland s ISO 400 requirements. 5.3 The Environmental Consultant shall ensure that the construction team is adequately trained in the provisions of the EMP and general environmental issues. 5.4 The Contractor (Developer) shall liaise, where necessary, with adjacent neighbours identified during the scoping phase, and provide them with reasonable advance notice of the nature, location and duration of the particular work concerned. 5.5 The Contractor (Developer) shall identify a suitable site for the Construction Camp and storage areas for materials in consultation with the Project Engineer (Developer) and the Environmental Consultant. These areas are to be fenced off appropriately. 5.6 The Contractor (Developer) shall demarcate, where necessary, areas of vegetation significance and ecological corridors (including Wetlands and Wetland buffers) requiring minimal disturbance. Special emphasis is to be placed on the demarcation of the Wetland and associated Wetland buffer areas to ensure that these areas are clearly demarcated prior to the start of any construction activities on site. Refer to ROD 8.5: There must be no development within the wetland areas or their minimum delineated buffer zone of 20 metres. This excludes the provision of hiking/nature trails and boardwalks. No houses or hardened structures to be placed within this area (excludes installation of services/bulk infrastructure where necessary). Roads traversing the wetland areas must be redesigned to avoid the wetland areas and their associated buffers where possible. Negotiations to the contrary to be concluded with DWAF, EKZNW and this Department prior to site establishment. 2 Refer to ROD 8.6: An amended layout plan reflecting the above-mentioned requirements must be submitted to DWAF, ethekwini Environmental Branch, EKZNW and this Department for review and approval. 3 Refer to ROD 8.8: The wetlands and their associated buffers must be clearly marked and cordoned off by the land surveyor prior to construction. These are to be no-go areas for the entire construction team, except for the installation of services where necessary. 5.7 Stormwater drainage of the site must be ensured in the technical engineering design of the development. It is important that stormwater runoff is properly managed during construction to ensure no impacts downstream. Provision for this must be made in this phase by way of a Stormwater Management Plan and approved by the Developer and the Local Authority. Refer to ROD 8.20: A detailed stormwater management plan must be designed by the Civil Engineer for the construction and operational phases of the development, and copied to the ethekwini Municipality and DWEAF for their records and approval. The 2 It should be noted that the final layout included in the Final Scoping Report has been amended to avoid wetlands and buffers wherever possible. This condition of the ROD is therefore not considered to be accurate. 3 See footnote above. SiVEST Environmental Division Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

20 plan must be preferential to the control of stormwater over exposed ground; management of stormwater emanating from the development site; dispersal of runoff from roads; and measures to limit erosion and pollution potential of sensitive natural habitats, viz wetlands and riparian areas. 5.8 Reference shall be made to the Engineering Report (Appendix 9 to Scoping Report) for details on Bulk Services and Associated Works, and internal Services. 5.9 The Stormwater Management Plan should ensure that the ultimate flow from the development does not result in any negative impacts on downstream properties or watercourses and must therefore ensure that stormwater is managed within the overall site as effectively as possible. 5.0 Notices of the proposed development should be placed in prominent positions to inform the general public of the proposed construction activities, expected interruption in road traffic movement, presence of construction vehicles, and planned interruptions to existing supply of services, such as electricity and water. 5. The Developer shall have prepared a Wetland Rehabilitation Plan for the Wetland areas and Wetland Buffers that shall be approved by the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry and the Local Authority. SiVEST Environmental Division 2 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

21 6 PRE-CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES (PURCHASER) 6. The Purchaser shall appoint, or ensure the appointment of, an ECO for the building construction work. 6.2 A detailed geotechnical investigation must be undertaken for each site prior to construction activities commencing on site. 6.3 The Purchaser and Contractor (Purchaser) are to ensure that they are fully aware of any ecological corridor, including the Wetlands and associated Wetland buffer that is on or adjacent to the purchased site and to ensure that both building design and construction activity do not impact negatively upon these. 6.4 Any requirements to remove vegetation within the ecological corridor are to be directed to the Developer for approval prior to any such removal. 6.5 Each owner must be required to sign the Acceptance of living with Vervets agreement (Appendix 3 of Appendix 2 of SR) and be handed the brochure on How to Live with Vervets (Appendix 4 of Appendix 2 of SR). Refer to ROD 8.22: The recommendations of the Vervet Monkey Management Plan prepared by Mel Sammons dated August 2005 must be implemented and included in the EMP The Building Design Code shall be strictly adhered to and all designs must be in accordance with the Code. 6.7 Reference shall be made to the Engineering Report (Appendix 9 to Scoping Report) for details on Bulk Services and Associated Works, and Internal Services. 6.8 Prior to development occurring on site and/or Building Plans submitted, a Site Development Plan (which must include inter alia, a stormwater management plan) must have been submitted, by the Purchaser, to the Developer (or the Home Owners Association) for recommendation for approval to the Local Authority. Building Plans will not be considered by the Local Authority without the Developer s (or Association) recommendation of the Site Development Plan as provided for in the Town Planning Scheme and in the Building Design Code. 6.9 The submission of Building Plans to the Local Authority will only occur once recommendation for approval of the SDP and approval of the final plans has been given by the Design Review Panel of the Home Owners Association 6.0 A Landscaping Philosophy is to be prepared by the Developer that will guide and identify the species and framework for the planting of new vegetation in the Project Area. Such landscaping shall be predominantly indigenous and no alien or invasive species will be permitted to be planted. All Purchasers will be required to adhere to the Landscaping Philosophy and shall submit a Landscaping Plan as part of the Site Development Plan to the Developer or Association 4 It should be noted that the recommendations contained in the Vervet Monkey Management Plan have already been included in the EMP see sections 8.and 9.6. SiVEST Environmental Division 3 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

22 7 PRECONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES (LOCAL AUTHORITY) 7. The LA is responsible for approving the Site Development Plan (SDP) prior to the approval of the Building Plans. The SDP must be in accordance with the Town Planning Scheme, the Building Design Code and the EMP and must be recommended for approval by the Developer or Design Review Panel of the Association prior to the LA given its approval. 8 CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES: DEVELOPER 8. Construction Zone 8.. Movement of heavy-duty vehicles will be restricted to the construction zone as defined The passage of vehicles not connected with work in progress shall be restricted, to prevent unnecessary soil compaction and damage in the Construction Zone The Contractor (Developer) shall provide a sufficient number of potable ablution facilities. Such facilities, which shall comply with local authority regulations, shall be maintained in a clean and hygienic condition. Their use shall be strictly enforced. They shall be positioned in an appropriate place, e.g. away from watercourses and wetland buffer zones and general view, in consultation with the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant. The Contractor (Developer) shall make his own arrangements for the necessary effluent removals and shall bear all the costs in connection with such services. On removal of such conveniences, the sites thereof shall be left in a clean, sanitary and tidy condition The Contractor (Developer) is to ensure that sufficient potable water shall be provided for consumption and watering of exposed surfaces to minimise dust (if deemed necessary). This should be arranged with ethekwini Water. The Contractor (Developer) shall be solely responsible for the provision of all necessary connections, meters, pipes, storage and transport facilities. Care is to be taken to ensure that the area around the water supply does not turn muddy The Contractor (Developer) shall make arrangements with ethekwini Electricity for obtaining electrical power and lighting requirements for the site. Lighting on site shall take cognisance of neighbouring communities. 8.2 Construction Camp 8.2. A formal Construction Camp will be required for the development of the service installation, estate fencing and facilities and road construction The Construction Camp shall be located in an appropriate location agreed to in advance by the Project Engineer (Developer) and the Environmental Consultant (during the Pre-Construction Phase). The area chosen for the camp should be level and away from watercourses The Construction Camp shall be appropriately fenced off. Checks for breaches in fencing should be done on a regular basis One access route shall be provided to the construction camp. This route shall be clearly demarcated and maintained in a satisfactory condition An impervious hardened surface should be constructed on which equipment or hazardous materials can be stored/handled/used. The surface should be graded to the middle so that any spillage can be collected and correctly disposed of A lockable, mobile structure for storage should be erected on the impervious surface for the storage of materials, equipment, chemicals, etc hour security shall be provided. SiVEST Environmental Division 4 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

23 8.2.8 The Contractor (Developer) shall provide and maintain suitable and approved accommodation for the watchman, who shall be the only person accommodated on site. Accommodation provided should be temporary and mobile A copy of this EMP must be kept in the Site offices Moreland s SHE Policy and Ground Rules shall be openly displayed where all staff can read them. These shall be in English and Zulu All the required ISO 400 registers must be retained and maintained in the Site Offices. A Complaints Register shall be maintained on site. 8.3 Storage areas 8.3. The Contractor (Developer) must exercise special care with the storage, handling and transport of all materials that could adversely affect the environment. Such materials include chemicals, cement, lime, oil and fuel. The materials shall be stored in watertight containers on a hardened and impervious surface graded to the middle In locating stores consideration must be taken of the prevailing winds on site, topography, and water erosion impacts The Project Engineer (Developer) after consultation with the Environmental Consultant shall advise the Site Manager on the location of the stores If pollution of hazardous substances occurs it shall immediately be reported to the Environmental Consultant, and dealt with in the prescribed manner suitable to the substance and disposed of in a permitted landfill If pollution of any surface or groundwater occurs, it shall immediately be reported to the Regional Representative of the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry, and appropriate mitigation measures employed Security of storage areas is required Documentation is required regarding the storage of hazardous materials on site, including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS s), etc. 8.4 Stock pile areas 8.4. Spoiling of unsuitable material shall take place at an approved spoil site, sheltered from the wind, and shall be shaped, trimmed and re-vegetated where necessary Any trench excavation material that is classified by the Project Engineer (Developer) on site as unsuitable for use as backfill must be spoiled onsite at a spoil area designated by the Project Engineer (Developer) within the site boundaries The Contractor (Developer) will need to import suitable material on site. Such material should be stockpiled in a suitable area agreed upon by the engineer The stockpiling of soil or any other materials shall not be allowed near a watercourse or water body to prevent pollution or impediment to surface runoff, unless determined by the Project Engineer not to have any adverse impact on the watercourse/water body The Contractor (Developer) shall control the erosion of stockpiles. The Environmental Consultant will assess the appropriateness of methods employed The Project Engineer (Developer) shall determine the maximum stockpile height and the maximum period will be 6 months per Phase of development. 8.5 Geotechnical Issues for consideration 8.5. The recommendations contained in the Geotechnical Report (Appendix 6 of Scoping Report) shall be adhered to The Contractor (Developer) is to ensure that imported soil materials are not contaminated The primary contractor is to be able to produce all necessary documentation proving that all raw materials being used on the site have been obtained in a sustainable SiVEST Environmental Division 5 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

24 manner, as detailed and stipulated in the Procedure (attached as Annexure 8) In certain cases, working space may be limited which may affect the method and/or type of plant used for excavations, as well as restrict the temporary storage space available for backfill material from excavations, etc Unless otherwise permitted in writing by the Project Engineer (Developer), not more than 200m of trench in any one place shall be opened in advance of pipe laying operations. 8.6 Surface Runoff and Water Resources 8.6. All stormwater run-off from road areas must be collected and piped to discharge into the township stormwater system in accordance with the Stormwater Management Plan (as described in Appendix 9 attached to the Scoping Report) Drainage shall be controlled to ensure that runoff from the Project Area will not culminate in off-site pollution or cause water damage to properties further down from the site Water reticulation to the properties including stormwater drainage should be an engineering and construction priority of each component of the development No impediment to the natural water flow other than approved erosion control works is permitted No liquid or solid waste shall be allowed to be disposed of in any watercourses or water body. If this occurs, it shall be reported to the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant, and cleaning up thereof will be undertaken at the Contractors (Developer) expense The stream found on site shall not be used for domestic purposes such as washing, bathing, drinking etc. A 0m width from either side of the drainage line shall be left undisturbed. This will ensure better drainage of the site and enhance seepage The provisions of the National Water Act 36 of 998 shall be complied with at all times. 8.7 Supervision 8.7. Adequate and constant supervision is required during construction The contractor shall keep a site diary detailing all incidences affecting the environment occurring on site. 8.8 Employment 8.8. Local workforce should be favoured in job selection. 8.9 Site and public safety 8.9. Provisions in the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 993 must be complied with at all times. Refer to Annexure 3: Procedure The public must be given adequate notice in advance for noisy activities such as blasting, excavating, piling, etc The Contractor (Developer) shall control the access to the Project Area by the general public in collaboration with and as approved by the Project Engineer. No unauthorised persons may enter the construction site, including hawkers The period that open excavations are left exposed shall be kept to the minimum. Where such exposure is unavoidable, the excavation shall be clearly demarcated and thoroughly protected against the passage of vehicles, pedestrians, or animals. Such protection shall be effective during the day and night. No excavations may be left open over holiday periods. SiVEST Environmental Division 6 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

25 8.9.5 The Contractor (Developer) shall erect the necessary signs, notices and barricades for the duration of the Contract in order to safeguard both the workers and the public Suitable conspicuous warning signs in English and Zulu must be placed at all excavations or areas where safety could be compromised. These signs must be in accordance with the local by-laws. The Project Engineer (Developer) may use notices, signs and barricades, as well as advertisements only upon approval, and the Contractor (Developer) shall be responsible for their supply, erection, maintenance and ultimate removal SABS Standards and specifications governing dangerous processes such as welding and radiographic testing of welds must be strictly applied, to ensure proper protection of the public and workers Workers have a right to refuse work in unsafe conditions Cooking fires must only be allowed in designated areas. 8.0 Vegetation 8.0. No development (except for bulk infrastructure) is permitted in the ecological corridors as indicated on the plan attached at Appendix 4 to the Scoping Report Other vegetation such as sugar cane, should be removed in a phased approach as it becomes necessary Vegetation of significance such as plants of medicinal value that could be destroyed during construction activities should be removed and replanted at a later stage Any construction activity within the ecological corridors shall be done in accordance with the EMP in such a manner as to ensure the maintenance of biological diversity in the area Vegetation removed should be used where possible, e.g. as a brush mattress for erosion control or mulching The vegetation and wetland with buffer areas identified in the Scoping Report should be incorporated into the design of the development. Rehabilitation and maintenance of these areas is the responsibility of the Home Owners Association The Environmental Consultant, Specialist Ecologist and Environmental Control Officer are responsible for implementing the SOP for control and eradication of alien invasive vegetation (attached as Annexure 9). 8. Fauna 8.. The construction activities will impact on the habitat of the bushbuck, adversely impacting on the likelihood of bushbuck in this area No member of the construction team will be permitted to harm or kill/poach any animal, bird or reptile Pests must be discouraged by keeping the construction site free of litter Reference is made to the Vervet Monkey Management Plan (attached as Appendix 2 to the Scoping Report): Education and co-operation of residents. On sale of land or re-sale of land or property, each owner must be required to sign the Acceptance of living with Vervets agreement (Appendix 3 of Appendix 2) and be handed the brochure on How to Live with Vervets (Appendix 4 of Appendix 2). Continual education on living with Vervets must be arranged by management. Preventative measures. Insect screens or eco shutters should be recommended for use on windows. Supplementary feeding is encouraged through planting of vegetation that provides food for Vervet monkeys. SiVEST Environmental Division 7 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

26 8.2 Soil Management and Erosion Control 8.2. During grubbing and clearing the Contractor (Developer) shall take care to remove as little topsoil as possible. All soil within 00mm of the cleared surface level shall be regarded as topsoil Remove and separately stockpile any subsoil material that can be used for site backfilling Topsoil shall be stockpiled (and seeded) in areas within the site boundary, and approved by the Project Engineer (Developer) in conjunction with the Environmental Consultant, for reuse and restoration Avoid handling soil when wet as this may result in the loss of soil structure and compaction. Soils should not be handled during windy conditions, which may lead to the loss of soil through wind erosion Soil erosion must be prevented at all times. Where evidence of soil erosion can and/or is taking place, this should be reported by the Contractor (Developer) to the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant Unnecessary compaction of construction areas must be prevented, to reduce run off velocity Remove vegetation, only as it becomes necessary for work to proceed. Prevent unnecessary removal of vegetation especially on steep areas Steep slopes should be terraced and horizontal areas vegetated Areas that have become compacted must be deeply ripped to loosen soil Appropriate mitigation during construction includes prompt rehabilitation of exposed soil areas with indigenous vegetation to ensure that soil is protected from the elements Suitable erosion measures should be implemented in areas sensitive to erosion such as near water supply points, edges of slopes, etc. These measures could include the use of sand bags, hessian sheets, retention or replacement of vegetation All the necessary precautions in terms of design and construction of earthworks, cuts and fills must be taken. 8.3 Pollution Control 8.3. General Should any incidence occur, the Contractor (Developer) shall report it immediately to the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant and the Contractor (Developer) shall be responsible for containing and cleaning up the spillage. Refer to Annexure 3: Procedure The Contractor (Developer) shall ensure that correct mitigation of the pollution is undertaken Air pollution Excavations and other clearing activities should only be done during permissible weather conditions to avoid drifting of sand and dust into neighbouring areas. Soil and sand stockpiles shall be located in sheltered areas not exposed to the wind. Retention of vegetation where possible will reduce dust travel. Exposed surfaces must be re-vegetated as soon as possible. Watering of exposed soil shall be instituted and maintained on a continuous basis. SiVEST Environmental Division 8 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

27 The movement of construction and other vehicles should be strictly controlled in order to reduce the impact of increased air pollution. Adherence to speed limits shall be enforced. Sensible and responsible use of equipment which generates dust. Adjacent roads are to be swept on a regular basis from up to 50m from any point of ingress/egress to avoid dust or mud build up on the roads Noise pollution Noise levels shall be kept within acceptable limits. All noise and sounds generated shall adhere to SABS 003 specifications for maximum allowable noise levels for residential areas. No pure tone sirens or hooters may be utilised except where required in terms of SABS standards or in emergencies. Noisy activities must be limited to between 06h00 to 8h00 to avoid disturbance of adjacent landowners. Noisy activities should not be allowed on weekends and public holidays unless specific arrangements have been made with the Developer and/or Association and provided that neighbours have been timeously notified Vehicles and operating equipment must be regularly serviced. If piling is required, it will have to be carefully controlled and monitored to reduce noise level. Permission must be obtained from the relevant authorities if work is to proceed throughout the night Waste Generation and Litter The site must be kept in an orderly and clean condition. Solid waste shall be collected on a daily basis from the construction zone and placed in a skip that shall be emptied on a weekly basis, or as necessary. The waste shall be disposed of at a permitted landfill site to the satisfaction of the Environmental Consultant. All builders rubble shall be removed from the site and suitably disposed of at a permitted disposal site unless considered suitable for infilling by the Project Engineer (Developer). No burning of waste shall be permitted on site. Flammable, toxic or poisonous materials and waste must be stored separately on an impervious hardened surface, graded to the middle, and disposed of at an approved landfill site. Littering by employees of the Contractors (Developer) and/or Sub-Contractors shall not be allowed. The Environmental Consultant shall monitor the work and construction-camp sites for cleanliness Water Pollution Pollution of surface and ground water, and soil through accidental spillage of hazardous chemicals and other substances shall be avoided. Should spillage occur, the spillage shall be reported to the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant, and cleaned up immediately and any contaminated soil removed and disposed in a permitted landfill. Contaminated wastewater shall be managed by the Site Manager to ensure existing water resources on the site are not contaminated. All wastewater from general activities in the camp shall be collected and removed from the site for appropriate disposal at a licensed commercial facility. The extent of dewatering measures in poorly drained areas shall be finalised by the designer in discussion with the Project Engineer as deemed necessary during the construction programme. SiVEST Environmental Division 9 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

28 De-watering of vessels, tanks, etc is to take place in a controlled manner. No uncontrolled release of water shall be allowed onto the site area. Water wastage shall be kept to a minimum and where possible water shall be recycled. Dewatering of contaminated water shall only be done at an approved landfill site Concrete Concrete mixing shall be restricted to certain areas within the construction zone, and mixed in areas that are not to be vegetated in future. Cement mixing should take place on plastic liners to avoid contamination of soil. Cleaning of cement mixing and handling equipment shall only be done using proper cleaning trays. Ready mix concrete should be used where possible and where agreed upon by the Project Engineer (Developer), and should occur in accordance with the requirements of the Specifications. All excess cement and concrete mixes are to be contained on the construction site prior to disposal off site to suitable landfill areas. All empty containers shall be removed from the site for appropriate disposal at a licensed commercial facility. Any spillage, which may occur, will be investigated and reported to the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant, and immediate action shall be taken by the Contractor to remove and clean up any spillage. Cement-contaminated water shall not enter the water system as this disturbs the natural acidity of the soil and affects plant growth. Should a batch plant be established on site, wastewater must be contained in this area and arrangements for its removal must be made. 8.4 Blasting Activities The Contractor (Developer) shall notify the community should blasting be required and shall adhere to the requirements of the Explosives Act, 956. Notices shall be placed on site in order to inform the residents of blasting activities and the Contractor (Developer) shall give all affected parties within a radius of 2km notice of intent to execute any blasting work. Blasting will be done at appropriate times of the day to ensure that noise disturbance and vibrations are kept to a minimum. Blasting will be undertaken using appropriate techniques. By restricting blasting to early afternoon, (4:00) noise impacts will be reduced, as the inversion layer is usually eroded or sufficiently elevated to have a negligible effect in the reflection of sound. 8.5 Disruption of infrastructure and services The Contractor (Developer) shall ensure minimal disturbance of roads, services and access. At all points of contact with the residents and the public, the Contractor (Developer) and his staff are requested to handle discussions and disputes with deliberate courtesy and understanding. All complaints and correspondence must be recorded and reported to the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant. Services such as electricity, telephones and water shall not be disrupted without prior notice to the affected community, and shall be avoided where possible. Where disruption of services is unavoidable, this will be undertaken to the satisfaction of the Project Engineer (Developer). All vehicles used by the Contractor (Developer) on public streets or other routes used by any member of the public shall comply with the relevant by-laws and SiVEST Environmental Division 20 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

29 regulations in the Province of KwaZulu-Natal. The Contractor (Developer) must avoid peak traffic times. All delivery vehicle drivers are to be issued with relevant maps to avoid disruption of adjacent residential routes. Construction of access points should be phased to prevent traffic congestion on Mt Edgecombe Drive. 9 CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES: PURCHASER 9. Building Construction : General 9.. The site shall be totally enclosed with shade cloth prior to commencement of construction and all construction activity shall occur within the site and all storage and equipment shall be within the site All other aspects of Section 6 that are applicable to the Purchaser and Contractor (Purchaser) must have been adhered to prior to any construction activity taking place on site An Eco must have been appointed prior to construction work onsite commencing. 9.2 Geotechnical Issues for consideration 9.2. The recommendations contained in the site specific Geotechnical Report that is to be done by the Purchaser (where required) must be adhered to The Contractor (Purchaser) is to ensure that imported soil materials are not contaminated In certain cases, working space may be limited which may affect the method and/or type of plant used for excavations, as well as restrict the temporary storage space available for backfill material from excavations, etc Unless otherwise permitted in writing by the Local Authority, not more than 200m of trench in any one place shall be opened in advance of pipe laying operations. 9.3 Surface Runoff and Water Resources 9.3. Berms, silt traps, sand bags or any other method as indicated in the stormwater management plan should be made use of to ensure no erosion, silting or other impact downstream of the site Drainage shall be controlled to ensure that runoff from the site will not culminate in off-site pollution or cause water damage to properties further down from the site Water reticulation to the properties including stormwater drainage should be an engineering and construction priority of each component of the development No impediment to the natural water flow other than approved erosion control works is permitted No liquid or solid waste shall be allowed to be disposed of in any watercourses or water body. If this occurs, it shall be reported to the Local Authority and cleaning up thereof will be undertaken at the Purchaser s expense Any stream found on site shall not be used for domestic purposes such as washing, bathing, drinking etc. A 0m width from either side of the drainage line shall be left undisturbed. This will ensure better drainage of the site and enhance seepage The provisions of the National Water Act 36 of 998 shall be complied with at all times: SiVEST Environmental Division 2 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

30 9.4 Soil Management and Erosion Control 9.4. Refer to Annexure 6: Procedure : SOP Erosion Control During grubbing and clearing the Contractor (Purchaser) shall take care to remove as little topsoil as possible. All soil within 00mm of the cleared surface level shall be regarded as topsoil Remove and separately stockpile any subsoil material that can be used for site backfilling Topsoil shall be stockpiled (and seeded) in areas within the site boundary for reuse and restoration Avoid handling soil when wet as this may result in the loss of soil structure and compaction. Soils should not be handled during windy conditions, which may lead to the loss of soil through wind erosion Soil erosion must be prevented at all times. Where evidence of soil erosion can and/or is taking place, this should be reported by the Contractor (Purchaser) to the Local Authority Unnecessary compaction of construction areas must be prevented, to reduce run off velocity Remove vegetation, only as it becomes necessary for work to proceed. Prevent unnecessary removal of vegetation especially on steep areas Steep slopes should be terraced and horizontal and sloped areas vegetated Areas that have become compacted must be deeply ripped to loosen soil Appropriate mitigation during construction includes prompt rehabilitation of exposed soil areas with indigenous vegetation to ensure that soil is protected from the elements Suitable erosion measures should be implemented in areas sensitive to erosion such as near water supply points, edges of slopes, etc. These measures could include the use of sand bags, hessian sheets, retention or replacement of vegetation All the necessary precautions in terms of design and construction of earthworks, cuts and fills must be taken. 9.5 Vegetation 9.5. No development is permitted in the ecological corridors (except bulk infrastructure) as indicated on the Development Framework Plan Other vegetation such as sugar cane should be removed in a phased approach as it becomes necessary Vegetation of significance such as plants of medicinal value that could be destroyed during construction activities should be removed and replanted at a later stage Any construction activity within the ecological corridors shall be done in accordance with the EMP in such a manner as to ensure the maintenance of biological diversity in the area Vegetation removed should be used where possible, e.g. as a brush mattress for erosion control or mulching Any new vegetation that is planted must be in accordance with the Landscaping Philosophy The Environmental Consultant, Specialist Ecologist and Environmental Control Officer are responsible for implementing the SOP for control and eradication of alien invasive vegetation (attached as Annexure 9). 9.6 Fauna 9.6. The construction activities will impact on the habitat of the bushbuck, adversely impacting on the presence of bushbuck in this area No member of the construction team will be permitted to harm or kill/poach any animal, bird or reptile. SiVEST Environmental Division 22 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

31 9.6.3 Pests must be discouraged by keeping the construction site free of litter Reference is made to the Vervet Monkey Management Plan (attached as Appendix 2 to the Scoping Report): Education and co-operation of residents. On sale of land or re-sale of land or property, each owner must be required to sign the Acceptance of living with Vervets agreement (Appendix 3 of Appendix 2) and be handed the brochure on How to Live with Vervets (Appendix 4 of Appendix 2). Continual education on living with Vervets must be arranged by management. Preventative measures. Insect screens or eco shutters should be recommended for use on windows. Supplementary feeding is encouraged through planting of vegetation that provides food for Vervet monkeys. 9.7 Pollution Control 9.7. General Should any incidence occur, the Contractor (Purchaser) shall report it immediately to the Local Authority and the Contractor (Purchaser) shall be responsible for containing and cleaning up the spillage. Refer to Annexure 3: Procedure The Contractor (Purchaser) shall ensure that correct mitigation of the pollution is undertaken Air pollution Excavations and other clearing activities should only be done during permissible weather conditions to avoid drifting of sand and dust into neighbouring areas. Soil and sand stockpiles shall be located in sheltered areas not exposed to the wind. Retention of vegetation where possible will reduce dust travel. Exposed surfaces must be re-vegetated as soon as possible. Watering of exposed soil shall be instituted and maintained on a continuous basis. The movement of construction and other vehicles should be strictly controlled in order to reduce the impact of increased air pollution. Adherence to speed limits shall be enforced. Sensible and responsible use of equipment which generates dust. Adjacent roads are to be swept on a regular basis from up to 50m from any point of ingress/egress to avoid dust or mud build up on the roads Noise pollution Noise levels shall be kept within acceptable limits. All noise and sounds generated shall adhere to SABS 003 specifications for maximum allowable noise levels for residential areas. No pure tone sirens or hooters may be utilised except where required in terms of SABS standards or in emergencies. Noisy activities must be limited to between 06h00 to 8h00 to avoid disturbance of adjacent landowners. Noisy activities should not be allowed on weekends and public holidays unless specific arrangements have been made with the Developer and/or Association and provided that neighbours have been timeously notified Vehicles and operating equipment must be regularly serviced. If piling is required, it will have to be carefully controlled and monitored to reduce noise level. SiVEST Environmental Division 23 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

32 Permission must be obtained from the relevant authorities if work is to proceed throughout the night Waste Generation and Litter The site must be kept in an orderly and clean condition. Solid waste shall be collected on a daily basis from the construction zone and placed in a skip that shall be emptied on a weekly basis, or as necessary. The waste shall be disposed of at a permitted landfill site. All builders rubble shall be removed from the site and suitably disposed of at a permitted disposal site unless considered suitable for infilling by the Local Authority. No burning of waste shall be permitted on site. Flammable, toxic or poisonous materials and waste must be stored separately on an impervious hardened surface, graded to the middle, and disposed of at an approved landfill site. Littering by employees of the Contractors (Purchaser) and/or Sub-Contractors shall not be allowed Water Pollution Pollution of surface and ground water, and soil through accidental spillage of hazardous chemicals and other substances shall be avoided. Should spillage occur, the spillage shall be reported to the Local Authority and cleaned up immediately and any contaminated soil removed and disposed in a permitted landfill Contaminated wastewater shall be managed by the Contractor (Purchaser) to ensure existing water resources on the site are not contaminated. All wastewater from general activities in the camp shall be collected and removed from the site for appropriate disposal at a licensed commercial facility. The extent of dewatering measures in poorly drained areas shall be finalised by the designer in discussion with the Local Authority as deemed necessary during the construction programme. De-watering of vessels, tanks, etc is to take place in a controlled manner. No uncontrolled release of water shall be allowed onto the site area. Water wastage shall be kept to a minimum and where possible water shall be recycled. Dewatering of contaminated water shall only be done at an approved landfill site Concrete Concrete mixing shall be restricted to certain areas within the construction zone, and mixed in areas that are not to be vegetated in future. Cement mixing should take place on plastic liners to avoid contamination of soil. Cleaning of cement mixing and handling equipment shall only be done using proper cleaning trays. Ready mix concrete should be used where possible and where agreed upon by the Project Engineer (Purchaser), and should occur in accordance with the requirements of the Specifications. All excess cement and concrete mixes are to be contained on the construction site prior to disposal off site to suitable landfill areas. All empty containers shall be removed from the site for appropriate disposal at a licensed commercial facility. Any spillage, which may occur, will be investigated and reported to the Project Engineer (Developer) and Environmental Consultant, and immediate action shall be taken by the Contractor to remove and clean up any spillage. SiVEST Environmental Division 24 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

33 Cement-contaminated water shall not enter the water system as this disturbs the natural acidity of the soil and affects plant growth. Should a batch plant be established on site, wastewater must be contained in this area and arrangements for its removal must be made. 0 0 CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES (AUTHORITY AND/OR LOCAL AUTHORITY) 0. The Authority and/or Local Authority shall be responsible for ensuring that all construction activity within the Project Area is undertaken in an appropriate manner with no impacts to downstream properties and watercourses. 0.2 During the Construction Phase (Developer), the Environmental Consultant will undertake monthly audits of the Contractor (Developer) works. These reports will be submitted to the Authority, the Developer and the Project Engineer (Developer). 0.3 After (or during) the Construction Phase (Developer) the individual site ECO will be responsible for monitoring, the construction activities of the Contractor (Purchaser) and reporting to the Authority and the Home Owners Association. POST-CONSTRUCTION/OPERATIONAL ACTIVITIES (DEVELOPER AND PURCHASER). Land use rehabilitation.. On completion of the construction phase, all surfaces used by the Contractor (Developer) and Contractor (Purchaser) shall be rehabilitated as described in this document...2 All infrastructure, equipment, plant, temporary structures and items used during the construction phase shall be removed from site...3 Waste material of all descriptions shall be removed entirely from the site area...4 Appropriate rehabilitation of disturbed areas shall be undertaken to enhance and contribute to an aesthetically pleasing environment...5 All exposed land must be tilled/hoed to loosen and break up surface clods. Where surfaces have been severely compacted these must be ripped...6 No excavation shall be left in a condition such that it can be used as an unauthorised waste disposal site or so that it will collect water...7 Ensure the ongoing protection of the ecological corridors to encourage stormwater retention by vegetation cover. SiVEST Environmental Division 25 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

34 ..8 Recommendations of the geotechnical report should be followed, such as the grading of the site after construction to ensure free flow of runoff and to prevent ponding...9 A programme of alien vegetation control and removal should be continued by the relevant Home Owners Association in conjunction with the Developer until the Developer is no longer legally part of the development...0 The Wetland Rehabilitation Plan shall be implemented by the Developer and taken over by the Home Owners Association for ongoing maintenance... Refer to ROD 8.23: Combating of alien vegetation throughout the development by means of an ongoing and regular plan of action is essential. This must be compiled and executed by a competent person or team using methods and/or chemicals approved by Working for Water, DWAF and the Department of Agriculture & Environmental Affairs..2 Replacement of topsoil.2. All topsoil stored separately from excavated sub-soil shall be replaced after completion of activities..2.2 Particular care must be given to the separate stockpiling of different soil layers or horizons during excavation, and back filling in the same order in which they occur naturally..3 Re-vegetation.3. A Landscaping Philosophy should be prepared for the whole development area to which all Purchasers must adhere. Refer to ROD 8.24: A comprehensive locally indigenous landscaping plan must be compiled for the development by a suitably qualified person(s). The Landscaping Plan must be submitted to ethekwini Municipality s Environmental Management Department for approval. All indigenous material used in landscaping must be obtained from a legitimate source and not from the natural landscape (unless rescued from a footprint or servitude area)..3.2 Re-vegetation of high-risk areas such as steep slopes etc. shall occur as soon as possible..3.3 Use shall be made of indigenous plant species to landscape the development..3.4 Exposed areas shall be seeded and watered with an appropriate mix of indigenous grasses..4 Wetland habitat and buffer zone management.4. Reference shall be made to Procedure : SOP Management of Sensitive Systems (Annexure 0), in particular section 5.8 Wetlands ; and Annexure Procedure The Wetland Rehabilitation Plan shall be implemented by the Developer and taken over by the Home Owners Association for ongoing maintenance..4.3 Refer to ROD 8.7: Wetland rehabilitation and management recommendations as proposed in the Wetland Buffer Determination Study Report prepared by LRI dated April 2005 must be implemented during the construction and operational phases of the development and included in the EMP. Management and rehabilitation plans formulated in respect of the above must be appended to the EMP and shall thereafter form a part of the EMP. The recommendations contained in the Wetland Buffer Determination Study (dated April 2005), regarding the management of the wetland habitats and buffer zones within the development site (attached as Appendix 8 to the Scoping Report refers) and shall be read in conjunction with the Wetland Rehabilitation Plan. SiVEST Environmental Division 26 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

35 Removal of emerging alien invasive vegetation is required. Defoliation of herbaceous wetlands. (The buffer area should ideally be burnt every 2-3 yeas, otherwise mowing can be adopted as a substitute. The mowing would need to be higher (>5cm) and less frequent than lawn or recreational areas) Maintenance of rehabilitation structures. Maintenance of storm water attenuation structures and removal of excessive sediment accumulation within the buffer zone. Monitoring of wetland habitat and receiving areas of the buffer zone for scour and erosion from excessive runoff.5 Ecological corridors.5. The ecological corridors must be maintained throughout the Operational Phase of the project, as per the requirements of the Wetland Rehabilitation Plan by the Home Owners Association..5.2 The ecological corridors must be maintained and kept clear of litter, etc..6 Surface water.6. Sites must be contoured so that it is continuous with the surrounding topography..6.2 The correct drainage of the site shall be maintained to ensure that runoff from the site will not result in significant pollution downstream..6.3 Rehabilitation shall be executed in such a manner that surface run-off will not cause erosion of disturbed areas during and following rehabilitation..6.4 No impediment to the natural water flow other than approved erosion control works is permitted..6.5 Ongoing management of the development in terms of the slope stability and storm water runoff is a recommendation of the Scoping Report..7 Pollution Control during Operation.7. Solid waste disposal and waste management will need to be implemented once the development has been established. The waste will need to be collected on a regular basis by ethekwini Waste Department. 2 COMPLIANCE MONITORING 2. Construction Phase 2.. The Construction Phase (Developer) of the project shall be monitored by the Environmental Consultant to ensure compliance with the Environmental Management Plan as set out in section 4. Such monitoring shall be formally recorded in audit reports that are submitted to the Developer, Contractor (Developer), Project Engineer (Developer) and Authority The Construction Phase (Purchaser) of the project shall be monitored by the ECOs of each individual site to ensure compliance with the Environmental Management Plan. Such monitoring shall be formally recorded in audit reports and submitted to the Authority and Home Owners Association The Authority is responsible for monitoring compliance. SiVEST Environmental Division 27 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

36 2.2 Operational Phase 2.2. The Home Owners Association shall appoint an ECO who will be responsible to monitor the Operational Phase of the project to ensure that the development remains sustainable The Home Owners Association should monitor and maintain the ecological corridors, (which includes the Wetland and buffer areas) within the residential estate Refer to ROD 8.26: The development must be audited on an annual basis, i.e. post construction phase measure compliance and the effectiveness of the mitigation measures in the EMP. The audit must be undertaken by an independent environmental auditor and the audit reports must be submitted to the address contained in TRAINING AND AWARENESS 3. Training of Construction Workers 3.. The Environmental Consultant for the Construction Phase (Developer) and the Contractor (Purchaser) or individual site ECO, for Construction Phase (Purchaser) shall be responsible for the training of site staff Environmental awareness training for construction staff, concerning the prevention of accidental spillage of hazardous chemicals; pollution and litter control, minimisation of disturbance to sensitive areas. The Contractor (Developer) and Contractor (Purchaser) shall ensure that the training and capabilities of the site staff are adequate to carry out the designated tasks. This must be monitored by the Environmental Consultant and ECOs Staff who are to operate equipment (such as excavators, loaders, etc.) shall be adequately trained and sensitised to hazardous conditions associated with their work. No operator shall be permitted to operate critical items of mechanical equipment without having been certified competent by the relevant Contractor Environmental Awareness Posters must be displayed on the construction site All subcontractors shall be made aware of the EMP and their legal obligations All key players on the site shall be familiar with the requirements of the EMP. 3.2 Home Owners Association 3.2. A copy of this EMP must be provided to the secretariat of the Home Owners Association that should be available at all times Members of the Home Owners Association shall be sensitised on environmental issues highlighted in the EMP The provisions and requirements of this EMP shall be made legally binding on all Purchasers as well as the Home Owners Association which shall be responsible for monitoring the implementation of the EMP The primary responsibilities of the Home Owners Association will be the maintenance of the Ecological Corridors (if applicable), roads and stormwater systems. 4 CONTRACTOR SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE 4. The Project Engineer (Developer), Contractor (Developer) and Contractor (Purchaser) shall ensure that the conditions of the Environmental Management Plan are adhered to. Should the Contractor (Developer or Purchaser) require clarity on any aspect of the EMP the Contractor shall contact the Environment Consultant or the Authority for advice. SiVEST Environmental Division 28 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

37 4.2 The EMP shall be bound into all contract documents and shall have contractual standing on the basis that its contents are a detailed expansion of the Scoping Report provided to the Developer, the Contractor (Developer), the Project Engineer (Developer), the Purchaser and the Contractor (Purchaser). 5 AMENDMENTS TO THE EMP Any major issues not covered in the EMP as submitted will be addressed as an addendum to the EMP and submitted for approval prior to implementation. Any suggestions regarding changes to the EMP must be submitted in writing to the environmental consultant for approval, and a record of this must be kept (refer to Annexure 7 Procedure ). SiVEST Environmental Division 29 Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development (Kindlewood): Final EMP 24 July 2007

38 Annexure : Moreland SHE Policy

39 Annexure 2: Moreland Ground Rules

40 Annexure 3: Record of Decision dated 24 May 2006

41 Annexure 4: Standard Operating Procedure: Sewage Systems Procedure

42 Annexure 5: Standard Operating Procedure: Stormwater Management Procedure

43 Annexure 6: Standard Operating Procedure: Erosion Control Procedure

44 Annexure 7: Standard Operating Procedure: EMP Monitoring Procedure

45 Annexure 8: Standard Operating Procedure: Raw Material Sourcing Procedure

46 Annexure 9: Standard Operating Procedure: Control and Eradication of Alien Invasive Vegetation Procedure

47 Annexure 0: Standard Operating Procedure: Management of Sensitive Systems Procedure

48 Annexure : Template Wetland Rehabilitation Procedure

49 Annexure 2: Template Faunal Species Procedure

50 Annexure 3: Standard Operating Procedure: On Site Emergency Response Procedure

51 Annexure 4: Waste Monitoring Primary Record (Record )

52 Annexure 5: Complaints Register (Record )

53 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE ESH GROUND RULES RECORD Registration No. 8/2378/07 Tongaat Hulett Developments ESH GROUND RULES September 202 PAGE OF 7

54 ENVIRONMENTAL, SAFETY AND HEALTH (ESH) GROUND RULES These Ground Rules are based upon Tongaat Hulett Developments commitment towards sustainable development and the preservation of natural resources and human life. Ground Rule Working Environment. All employees and contractors will be provided with a safe and healthy working environment. - The target is to ensure that the working environment, for both employees and contractors, is incident and risk free from a health, safety and environmental perspective. - Employees and contractors are required to communicate with Tongaat Hulett Developments to advise and inform where working conditions are not considered safe or healthy. - No employee or contractor will be expected to work in a situation where he/she is unsafe or where there may be a negative health or environmental impact..2 Motor Vehicles Driving Fundamentals - All drivers of vehicles on company business must adhere to all traffic laws and regulations including ensuring that seatbelts are worn by all occupants, that the speed limit is adhered to and that cellphones are not utilised without a hands free kit. Furthermore, only receiving and/or making calls is permitted, smsing, searching calendars, internet etc, are not permitted whilst driving. - All drivers who use a vehicle for business purposes are responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is safe for driving and that it is kept maintained (tyres, brakes etc.) and serviced at the required intervals - No person shall be made to drive an unsafe vehicle (as deemed unsafe by the driver and/or driver s supervisor and/or Safety Officer) - If a vehicle is not safe to drive (as deemed by the driver and/or driver s supervisor and/or Safety Officer) it must be reported to the person directly responsible for the maintenance of the vehicle and the faults attended to before the vehicle is driven again. Tongaat Hulett Developments ESH GROUND RULES September 202 PAGE 2 OF 7

55 - Vehicles used to transport employees must have seat belts and seats firmly secured and adequate for the number of employees to be carried. Ground Rule 2 Legal Obligations Tongaat Hulett Developments will exceed its legal ESH obligations - Tongaat Hulett Developments legal obligations will be used as a minimum basis upon which to improve and implement systems, procedures and controls. Ground Rule 3 Planning and Development 3. All Planning and Development must be environmentally considerate and sustainable. - Each and every new development must either be subjected to an EIA or, where an EIA is not required, an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) will be prepared and implemented. - All contracts, designs and plans must adhere to the EIA and EMP requirements. - All EMPs must be audited on a regular basis, the regularity of which shall be determined by the nature and extent of the project and contract. 3.2 No construction tender or contract shall be awarded, nor shall any activity occur on a site unless a Record of Decision has been issued and an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) prepared, or, where no EIA is required, an EMP is in place and a suitably qualified consultant appointed to audit the implementation of the EMP. Ground Rule 4 - Contractors All contractors must be made aware and be required to comply with Tongaat Hulett Developments ESH Policy and requirements and to all relevant and applicable ESH legislation. - Contractors, through the contract documentation, will be expected to be fully aware and compliant from a legal point of view and to ensure that they adhere to Tongaat Hulett Developments ESH Policy and requirements. - Contractors will be monitored for compliance and will be required to report all incidents and issues from an ESH perspective. Tongaat Hulett Developments ESH GROUND RULES September 202 PAGE 3 OF 7

56 4. General It is the responsibility of the contractor to check their sub-contractor s work area and methods to determine that the work is being performed in adherence to these Ground Rules, the Construction Regulations and Environmental Management Plans. 4.2 Housekeeping A development site and contractor site office must be maintained in a neat and orderly manner. Good housekeeping, eg. litter, waste disposal, fencing, signage etc. provides a good example of the potential performance and responsibility of a contractor. It does furthermore provide the basis for a safe and environmentally friendly site. 4.3 Personal Protective Equipment Contractors must ensure that their personnel are provided with appropriate safety equipment for the job. All safety equipment must meet the appropriate OSH Act and Construction Regulation standards and requirements. 4.4 Inductions and Site Visits All development sites must be controlled in terms of access by visitors. There should be adequate signage directing all visitors to a development/construction site to the contractor site office where there should be a visitors registration form that should be completed before any visitor is allowed on site. All visitors should therefore report to the contractor before going onsite. There should also be a brief environmental and safety induction done by the relevant employee of the contractor alerting visitors to key environmental and safety issues and any and all risks. Such induction should take place prior to visitors going onsite. 4.5 Motorised Equipment All motorised equipment which has a driver and which may or may not carry passengers, must be fitted with seat belts and, where required by law (but shall include forklifts and other heavy contractor equipment), roll bars unless an exemption is formally applied for and granted. Furthermore, all construction vehicles and mobile plant are to:- i.) ii.) iii.) Be maintained and inspected regularly; Be Properly used; by trained, medically fit operators; Have safe and suitable means of access; Tongaat Hulett Developments ESH GROUND RULES September 202 PAGE 4 OF 7

57 iv.) be organized and controlled by adequate signaling and movement alarms. 4.6 Passengers Only vehicles that are legally permitted to carry passengers may transport people and only if they are suitably safe to do so. Drivers of vehicles shall be required to ensure that passengers adhere to all relevant safety requirements including ensuring the use of seatbelts. If LDVs (bakkies) and/or small trucks are to be utilised for transporting passengers (in the bin) the following controls shall be required to be adhered to:- i.) ii.) iii.) iv.) v.) There shall be a canopy covering on the bin Suitable and safe seating is to be provided in the bin with seatbelts and all passengers will be required to be seated at all times The maximum number of passengers that can safely be accommodated within the bin shall be clearly indicated on the outside of the vehicle The maximum travelling speed whilst conveying passengers must not exceed 80Km/hr on a tarred public roads (excluding national highways where the maximum speed shall be 00Km/hr) and not more than 30Km/hr on all private, non tarred roads Tools must be stored separately from passengers in a tool bin that is secured to the vehicle. Ground Rule 5 Land Purchasers All purchasers (of land) will be required to adhere to ESH policies, procedures, controls and plans that have been implemented by Tongaat Hulett Developments for any particular development - ESH, development specific policies, procedures, controls and plans (including specifically Environmental Management Plans (EMPS)) must be included in all Sale Agreements with purchasers, and in the individual Title Deeds where possible. - Where Lot Owners Associations/Management Associations have been established, all purchasers will be required to be members and abide by the Articles and Rules of the Association - The Articles and Rules of the Association should make specific reference to the need to ensure adherence to the requirements and provisions of the development s EMP. - Where Lot Owners Associations/Management Associations have been established, these shall be provided with appropriate powers to enable policing and enforcement of all SHE related policies, procedures, controls and plans (specifically EMPs) to the extent that is practically possible by Tongaat Hulett Developments ESH GROUND RULES September 202 PAGE 5 OF 7

58 the Association, as a backup to the Local Authority and Provincial Authority responsibilities. - The use of financial guarantees may be utilised, where appropriate, in order to ensure adherence to SHE requirements Ground Rule 6 - Communication Tongaat Hulett Developments will ensure proactive, open, managed communication of its SHE issues both internally and externally on a regular, consistent basis. - It is acknowledged that Tongaat Hulett Developments is a change agent and will therefore have an impact on local communities and the environment in some way. - ESH sensitive behaviour needs to be seen as a way of doing business - In order to build relationships and increase knowledge and awareness, success stories as well as areas of failure that can be learnt from are to be communicated to employees, communities and authorities. - Such communication begins with the planning process with rezonings and EIA s where areas of conflict are raised and resolved. Ground Rule 7 Implementation and Consultation Tongaat Hulett Developments will provide visible leadership and utilise the services of, and be guided by, leading experts in the ESH arena in the implementation of its ESH Policy and Strategies and will work with appropriate conservation bodies in pursuit of environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation. ---ooooooo--- Final 5 January 2004 Amended 9 November 2004 Ground Rules 4. qnd 4.2 added. Amended 09 September 2005 & 05 October 2005 Ground Rules 3.2,.2, 4.2 and 5 amended Amended 25 May 2006 Amended May 2007 with 3 new Contractor Ground Rules Amended August 2007 (Logo and Name change) Amended 9 September 2009 update to Ground Rule.2 relating to Driving Fundamentals Amended-5 September 2009 update to Ground Rule 4.6 relating to Passengers travelling speed Amended October 200 (Logo and Name change) Amended October 20 (date change) Tongaat Hulett Developments ESH GROUND RULES September 202 PAGE 6 OF 7

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60 IMITHETHO EPHATHELENE NEZEMVELO, NOKUPHEPHA, KANYE NEZEMPILO, Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH) Ground Rules Lemithetho (Ground Rules) yakhelwe phezu kwesisekelo sokuzinikela kwabakwatongaat Hulett Developmentent uthukweni esimeme kanye nokulondolozwa kwemvelo nempilo yabantu.. Ground Rule Indawo Yomsebenzi. Bonke abasebenzi nabezinkontileka bayosebenzela endaweni ephephile nengenangozi ezimpilweni zabo. - Inhloso wukuqinisekisa, kubasebenzi nakosonkontileka ukuthi indawo abasebenza kuyo ayinazigameko,nanezimo ezingabeka izimpilo zabo ebucayini, iphephile. - Abasebenzi nosonkontileka bayacelwa ukuba bazise utongaat Hulett Development uma kukhona indawo abayibona ingekho esimweni sokuphepha nesezempilo. - Akukho namunye umsebenzi noma usonkontileka wakwatongaat Hulett Development oyolindeleka ukuba asebenze endaweni engaphephile noma endaweni engathikameza impilo yakhe noma ithikameze imvelo..2 Izimoto - Bonke abashayeli abasebenzisa izimoto ngokomsebenzi banomthwalo wokuqinisekisa ukuthi lezozimoto ziphephile ukuthi zingashayelwa nanokuthi ziyalungiswa (amathayi, amabhuleki nokunye) nanokuthi ziseviswa ngezikhathi ezifanele. - Akukho namunye umuntu oyophoqwa ukuba asebenzise imoto engaphephile (uma lokhu kubonwa ngumshayeli noma usupervisor womshayeli noma yisikhulu esimele ezokuphepha [Safety Officer]) - Uma imoto ingaphephile ukuthi ingashayelwa (ngokubona komshayeli noma usupervisor womshayeli noma yisikhulu sezokuphepha) leyomoto kuyomele ibikwe kulowo muntu omsebenzi wakhe kungukulungisa leyomoto, amaphutha akuyo alungiswe ngaphambi kokuba isetshenziswe futhi. - Bonke abashayeli abayosebenzisa izimoto ngokomsebenzi wenkampani kumele bagcine imithetho yomgwaqo kuhlanganisa nokuthi abagibeli bayawafaka amabhande.

61 Ground Rule 2 Izimiso Zomthetho UTongaat Hulett Development uyohlale eqaphe ezokuphepha, ezempilo nemvelo (phecelezi ESH Obligations) - Izimiso zomthetho kutongaat Hulett Development ziyosetshenziswa njengesisekelo okuyosukelwa kuso ukwenza ngcono izindlela zokuqhutshwa komsebenzi. Ground Rule 3 Ukuhlela Nentuthuko 3. Zonke izinhlelo ezenziwayo kumele njalo nje zibhekele imvelo. - Intuthuko ngayinye eyenziwayo kuyomele iqhathaniswe ne-eia, uma kungukuthi i-eia kayidingeki, kuyokwenziwa uhlelo lokusingathwa kwemvelo Environmental Management Plan (EMP). - Zonke izinkontileka, imidwebo (designs and plans) kuyomele zihambisane nezidingo zeeia kanye neemp. - Wonke ama-emps (izinhlelo zokusingathwa kwemvelo) kuyomele zihlale zibhekiwe, ukubhekwa kwazo njalo kuyoya nohlobo lwesivumelwano kanye nesikhathi esiyothathwa yisivumelwano somsebenzi lowo. 3.2 Akukho thenda lokwakha noma inkontileka eyokhishwa, noma akukho msebenzi oyokwenziwa endaweni yomsebenzi (site) uma nje incwadi yesinqumo sokwenziwa kwalokhu (Record of Decision) ingakhishwanga, nanohlelo lokubhekelelwa kwemvelo (EMP) lungazange lulungiswe, noma lapho i-eia ingadingeki khona, uma kuneemp nanomeluleki okufanele lokhu (qualified consultant) eqokiwe ukuhlaziya i-emp. Ground Rule 4 Izinkontileka Bonke osonkontileka kumele baziswe futhi bacelwe ukuba bahambisane nemigomo, nezidingo zezokuphepha, ezempilo nemvelo (ESH) zakwatongaat Hulett Development kanye nanemithetho ehambisana neshe. - Osonkontileka bayolindeleka ukuba babe nolwazi oluphelele, futhi bayolindelwa ukuba bahambisane ngokomthetho, baphinde futhi balindeleke ukuba bahambisane nemigomo yakwatongaat Hulett Development SHE Policy kanye nezidingo zakhona. - Osonkontileka bayobhekwa ukuthi bayahambisana yini nemithetho, kanti kuyolindeleka ukuba babike zonke izigameko nakho konke okuhambisana neshe. 4. Imithetho Eyejwayelekile Kungumthwalo kasonkontileka ukubheka indawo lapho kusebenzela khona osonkontileka abangaphansi kwakhe (sub-contractors) kanye nezindlela abazisebenzisayo nokuyosho ukuthi umsebenzi wenziwa ngokulandela umthetho (Ground Rules), kanye neconstruction Regulations and Environmental Management Plans, okuyimithetho nemigomo ephathelene nokwakha nokubhekelela imvelo.

62 4.2 Ubunono Indawo lapho kusetshenzelwa khona, okuyindawo eyakhiwayo nendawo enehhovisi likasonkontileka kumele kugcinwe kuhlanzekile nezinto zigcinwe ngobunono. Ukugcina indawo ihlanzekile, inobunono, isibonelo sakho yilokhu: ukungabikhona kukadoti ebaleni, ukulahlwa kukadoti ngendlela enokuhleleka, ukubiyela ngothango, ukuba nemibhalo ecacileyo nokunye okuningi, konke lokhu kungasho ukuthi usonkontileka ungumuntu ongenza umsebenzi owenelisayo, kusho nokuthi unokuqikelela. Ngaphezu kwalokho kungasho ukucophelela ukuthi indawo yakhe iphephile ayinukubezi imvelo. 4.3 Ezokuphepha Osonkontileka kumele baqikelele ukuthi abasebenzi banikezwa izinto zoksuebenza ezifanele neziphephile ukwenza umsebenzi. Zonke izinto zokusebenza eziphephile kumele zihambisane nomthetho i-osh Act kanye nemigomo yezokwakha (Construction Regulation Standards) njengokulandisa kwemigomo. 4.4 Ukuzejwayeza Nendwo Yomsebenzi kanye Nokuyivakashela Ukungena nokuphuma kwezivakashi ezindaweni okwakhiwayo kuzo kumele kuqoshwe phansi. Kumele lezindawo zibe nezimpawu ezicacileyo ezikhomba indlela kubavakashi eya endaweni leyo ethuthukiswayo noma eyakhiwayo kumbe ehhovisi likasonkontileka, nalapho kumele kube nefomu eligcwaliswayo ngaphambi kokuba isivakashi sivunyelwe ukungena endaweni yomsebenzi (esayithini). Bonke abavakashi kuyomele bazibike ehhovisi likasonkontileka ngaphambi kokungena esayithini. Kuyomele kube nokuchazelwa okufuphi ngendawo kanye nezokuphepha kuyo, nokuyomele kwenziwe ngumsebenzi kasonkontileka, ukuxwayisa izivakashi ngendawo kanye nezokuphepha kuyo kuhlanganisa nalezo ndawo eziyingcuphe. Lokhu kuchazelwa ngendawo kuyomele kwenziwe ngaphambi kokuba umvakashi angene esayithini. 4.5 Imishini Ehambayo Yonke imishini ehambayo, enomshayeli, okungenzeka noma kungenzeki ukuthi ithwala abantu, kumele ifakwe amabhande (seat belts), kuthi lapho umthetho uphoqa khona, okungahlanganisa amaforklifts neminye nje imishini emikhulu yosonkontileka, kufakwe ama-roll bars ngaphandle uma isicelo sokungakwenzi lokhu sifakwe ngokomthetho, semukelwa. Phezu kwalokhu, zonke izimoto zezokwakha nemishini ehambayo kuyomele:- i) Ikhandwe njalo, ihlolwe njalo; ii) Isetshenziswe ngokuyikho; abantu abakuqeqeshelwe lokhu babesesimweni esikahle ngokwempilo esiqinisekiswe ngodokotela; iii) Bakwazi ukufinyelela noma ukungena kulemishini noma izithuthi ngendlela ephephile nokuyiyo; iv) Kube nezibani, ama-alamu nokuhleleka okwanele kokuhamba kwezithuthi.

63 4.6 Abagibeli Kuyoba yilezo zithuthi ezivumeleke ngokomthetho kuphela eziyothwala abantu uma nje ziphephe ngokwanele ukwenza lokho. Abashayeli bezithuthi kuyomele baqikelele ukuthi abagibeli bayayigcina yonke imithetho ephathelene nezokuphepha kuhlanganisa ukuqikelela kokufakwa kwamabhande. Uma kungukuthi kusetshenziswa izithuthi ezingama-bakkie (LDVs) ukuthutha abantu (esikhenkesini) lemithetho elandelayo kuyomele igcinwe: i) Kuyomele isithuthi leso sibe nompheme/uphahla (canopy) ii) Kuyomele kube nezihlalo eziphephile esikhenkesini, ezinamabhande kanti bonke abagibeli kuyomele bahlale phansi ngazozonke izikhathi. iii) Isibalo okuyiso sabagibeli abangathwalwa esikhenkasini siyobhalwa iv) ngokucacile ngaphandle kwemoto Ijubane eliphezulu imoto engahamba ngalo ngenkathi ihambisa abagibeli akumele libe ngaphezu kuka-80km/h emgwaqweni womphakathi onetiyela (ngaphandle uma kungumgwaqo onguthelawayeka lapho ijubane eliphezulu lingaba ngu-00km/h), kanti emigwaqweni okungeyona eyomphakathi, ewubhuqu ijubane lingaba ngu-30km/h v) Amathuluzi kumele angahlangani nabagibeli, kumele afakwe ebhokisini lawo elakhelwe khona emotweni. Ground Rule 5 Abathengi Bonke abathengi kuyomele bahambisane nemigomo yeesh, nangendlela eqhutshwa ngayo, baphinde bahambisane nezinhlelo ezikhishwe ngabakwatongaat Hulett Development zananoma yimuphi umsebenzi - Zonke izivumelwano zokuthengiselana kuyomele zibe nayo yonke imigomo yeshe, indlela yokuqhutshwa kwayo nendlela yokuyengamela. - Lapho kusungulwe khona amalot Owners Associations/Management Associations, bonke abathengi kuyodingeka ukuba babe ngamalungu, bahambisane nemithetho (Articles and Rules of the Association - Lapho sekuvele sekusungulwe khona amalot Owners Associations/Manangement Associations, bayonikwa amandla okuyiwo okuqapha ukugcinwa kwemithetho ehambisana neshe, neminye imicikilisho ephathelene naye kuze kube usosesheni usezingeni lokusiza ngokomthetho ezingeni lasekhaya noma kwelesifundazwe. - Ukusetshenziwa kwamagaranti ezimali kungenziwa, lapho kufanele khona, ukuqinisekisa ukugcinwa kwemigomo yeesh. Ground Rule 6 Ukuxhumana UTongaat Hulett Development uyoqinisekisa ukuzibambela mathupha, ukungabinazimfihlo, ukuxhumana ngezinto eziphathelene neesh ngaphakathi (enkampanini) nangaphandle njalo-nje, ngokungaphuthi. - Kuyinto eyamukelekayo ukuthi utongaat Hulett Development ubambe iqhaza ekuletheni izinguquko, kanjalo uyoba nomphumela emphakathini nasemvelweni ngandlela thize.

64 - Isimiso seesh (ezokuphepha, ezempilo nemvelo) kumele sithathwe njengendlela enozwelo yokuqhuba umsebenzi - Ukwakha ubudlelwano nokwenyusa izinga ngolwazi nangokuqonda, ngezinto eziyimpumelelo nalezo ezingeyona, ezingaba yisifundo, kumele zaziswe abasebenzi, imiphakathi nezikhulu zikahulumeni - Ukuxhumana kwaloluhlobo kuqala ngokwenza ngokukuhlelela nange- rezonings naneeias kuthi lapho kukhona izindawana okungavunyelwna ngazo zisombululwe. Ground Rule 7 Ukusetshenziswa Kwemigomo Nokwelulekwa UTongaat Hulett Development uyoba nobuholi obubonakalayo, uyosebenzisa aphinde asingathwe/ahlengwe ngabeluleki abangongoti emkhakheni wezokuphepha, ezempilo nemvelo (SHE), nasekuqhubeni imigomo yeesh, uyophinde asebenzisane nabafanele bezinhlangano zokulondoloza imvelo emshikashikeni wabo wokulondoloza imvelo nakho konke okukuyo. Final 09 September 2005 Amended on 05 October 2005 Ground Rules 3.2,.2, 4.2 and 5 amended Amended on 25 May 2006 Edited on 8 May 2007 Ground Rules entered. August 2007 (Logo and Name change) October 2008 (date update) September (speed km/hr reduced)

65 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE SEWAGE SYSTEMS Registration No. 8/2378/07 Use of Information Date Authorised Person Responsible person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 7

66 Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 7

67 .0 AIM To provide a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for determining the most environmentally appropriate wastewater disposal system for each proposed new development. The procedure is aimed at ensuring that the waste water system is appropriate to the receiving environment and the results determined from implementing the procedure can be included in the EIA and EMP. By determining potential problems up front, lengthy delays in the EIA process due to inappropriate sewage planning can be avoided. Finally to ensure that acceptable construction, maintenance and operational practices are followed to ensure consistent, effective and safe performance of waste water disposal systems and finding the best suitable environmental option. This procedure must be subject to engineer approval for each project as it only investigates environmental implications, which may or may not be suitable from an engineering perspective. Continual efforts need to be made towards finding solutions to recycling components of waste water such as grey water that can be reused. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Environmental Consultants are responsible for using the SOP in EMPs and updating it where applicable. The Town Planner (Planning Manager) is responsible for ensuring that SOP s are updated. The engineer is responsible for consulting with the Environmental Consultant on environmental suitability of system. 3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potential environmental impacts relating to poor waste water disposal planning include: Contamination of groundwater, water resource contamination and soil contamination, all of which could result in impacts on human and animal health and could affect nearby environmentally sensitive systems. In terms of impacts on a wider scale, several sewage works, in Durban discharge their final return flow directly into the main channel of the nearest river i.e. either the Tongaat, Umdloti, Ohlanga or Umgeni, rivers. This has caused bacterial contamination and eutrophication of river systems. 4.0 PROCEDURE 4. Specialist engineer to develop system and work in conjunction with the environmental consultant to ensure most environmentally suitable option as well as most suitable placement of sewage system / pipes / pump house etc. 4.2 Determine presence of sensitive environmental systems that could be affected by the sewage disposal method and placement of any sewage system (Refer to SOP Management of Sensitive systems). 4.3 Ascertain location and distance of proposed siting of sewage system to environmentally sensitive areas, including forests, wetlands, coastlines, rivers, drainage lines, grasslands, dams etc. 4.4 Assess potential impact of sewage system on these sensitive environmental systems. 4.5 Determine location of water resources and boreholes used for drinking water. 4.6 Assess potential impact of sewage system on water resources. 4.7 Determine : 00 year flood lines and depth of water table and location of major aquifers. Sewage lines / tanks should not be placed where there is a possibility that water contamination could occur. Stormwater disposal also needs to be accounted for when placing the sewage systems. 4.8 Ascertain topography and drainage of land. 4.9 Define type of development i.e. Residential, commercial or industrial. 4.0 Define density of development i.e. low. Medium or high density. If system required to handle density is not suitable to receiving environment, may need to re-determine proposed densities. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 7

68 4. Determine existence of available systems i.e. water borne sewage lines, existing septic tanks on site or existing sewage treatment plants. Water borne sewage should be seen as the preferable option. 4.2 Estimate volume of waste water to be generated and type of effluent i.e. domestic sewage or industrial trade effluent. If using water borne sewage, this will impact on the carrying capacity of the sewage works, which will impact the river system that this water is ultimately released to. 4.3 Determine suitability of existing systems (if available) for waste water and ascertain capacity to handle additional waste water i.e. existing septic tanks sufficient to handle sewage, capacity of waste water works to handle extra volume. 4.4 Determine the best system and location of systems in terms of the development s need as well as taking into account impacts on sensitive systems, location of flood lines, water bodies, soil types, slope, drainage etc. RESIDENTIAL /COMMERCIAL Septic Tanks According to the requirements of the National Water Act, septic tanks should be located outside of the : 00 year flood line and should not be permitted to overlie a major aquifer not should these tanks be permitted to lie within 00 m of a water resource or borehole used for drinking water. A specialist report should be obtained to ascertain the required evapotranspiration area. The placement of septic tanks should take into account existing sensitive areas and destruction of indigenous vegetation should be avoided where possible. Where this is unavoidable, indigenous vegetation should be removed and kept in a nursery for replanting. It is suggested that activities that may prove disruptive to sensitive systems and affect an fauna reliant on these systems should be conducted at a time of year when breeding and growth patterns of indigenous fauna and flora are least likely to be disturbed i.e. usually during winter but this will be dependant on the species in question. If existing septic tanks are to be used, the age and construction materials of these tanks should be determined. It will also be necessary to determine whether or not tanks have been leaking i.e. test tanks and soil and groundwater. The use of existing tanks can prevent the need for further disturbance of the environment during construction. However, if the tanks are unsuitable or have been leaking or were originally poorly positioned in relation to sensitive areas, their use may cause more harm than good. If existing tanks are in place and arenot used, appropriate action to remove or fill these tanks will need to be taken and this should be covered in the EMP and discussed in the EIA report. Waterborne sewage In Previous EIA applications, KwaDukuzu local municipality indicated a preference for connection to water borne sewage. In 998 there were problems raised with regards connection to the Umhlanga waste water treatment works which at the time was operating at full capacity. Additional problems related to the fact the Ohlanga Lagoon, which receives the discharged treated water has a limited capacity to take on treated water and could not accept any further increases n the system. Therefore, where connection to an existing waterborne sewage line is to be made, it will need to be determined whether or not treatment works will have the capacity to take on the additional sewage. Sewage Plant If an on site sewage plant is to be used, it should be borne in mind that this can prove problematic in terms of public approval of an EIA application as on site sewage treatment has a somewhat negative public image. In terms of pump house outfall, it may prove useful to create a wetland area to handle the processed outfall from the pump house. This would make an attractive on site feature and serve to further purify the water and reduce flow rate thus controlling any potential erosion problems. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 7

69 Whilst Package Plants had a moratorium placed on their use in the Outer West, this moratorium has since been removed. The key issue is the quality of the treated effluent which needs to meet DWAF requirements. Settled sewage New technology and improved ways of handling sewage should be researched. For example steps have been taken to improve settled sewage sanitation with the development of a septic (interceptor) tank that desludges itself automatically. In settled sewage systems, liquid effluent does not percolate into individual soak pits but is reticulated through relatively small diameter pipes to a treatment plant, which may be either a simple stabilisation pond system, or a constructed wetland. Usually treatment at a conventional sewage works is unnecessary as the effluent has a lower biological and chemical loading than raw sewage. There is also a relatively low capital cost to connecting up a number of septic tanks so that settled sewage technology provides an alternative to full waterborne sewerage. Periodic desludging of the interceptor tanks is necessary but CSIR Boutek has overcome this problem with a washtub outlet connected to the tank separately from the normal wastewater pipe from the toilets. When the washtub is emptied, water drains into the interceptor tank and activates a siphon, flushing accumulated sludge into the outfall pipeline with the effluent. The digested sludge is a fine, particulate material with a specific gravity only fractionally higher than water and is easily suspended and transported by the effluent. Thus sludge from an entire residential area's tanks can be transported along the reticulation system for some distance, after which it can be collected in a single, well situated settling tank while the effluent continues to flow further. Alternately, the pipeline can be connected to an existing waterborne sewerage pipe conveying raw waste to a treatment works. In which case no vacuum tankers are required. INDUSTRIAL It should be determined up front what constituents are likely to go into waste water i.e. as a result of the production process as this will affect the treatment and handling of the effluent. In terms of determining the location of underground containment tanks for the storage and treatment of wastewater, tanks should not be placed within the : 00 year flood line and should not overlie a major aquifer. Containment tanks should not be allowed to lie within 00 m of a water resource or borehole used for drinking water. For underground tanks, it may prove useful to sink monitoring wells so that groundwater can be periodically tested for contamination. If the above conditions cannot be met, containment tanks should be placed above ground, where they will be required to be suitably bunded according to SABS standards and will need to be kept undercover. This will reduce the risks associated with leaking tanks contaminating soil and groundwater. Reasonable measures will also need to be taken to ensure that wastewater does not overflow from any waste water disposal system or dam which could lead to contamination of soil and groundwater. Appropriate measures will also need to be put in place to enable the monitoring and on site treatment of waste water. General Determine appropriate water use registration and permits to be acquired. The following activities need to be registered as water uses and permits must be obtained before these activities can be carried out (summarised from General authorisation in terms of the National Water Act). Irrigation of land by waste water or waste water generated through any industrial activity must be registered as a water use and may only be carried out under certain conditions (refer to General authorisation in terms of the National Water Act). Discharging waste water into a water resource through any pipe, canal, sewer, sea outfall or other conduit. However, there may be no discharge into any listed water resources (see attached list). Disposal of waste water from any industrial or power generation process or where the waste water has been heated. Altering any bed, banks, course or characteristics of a water resource. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 7

70 Removing or discharging or disposing of water found underground if necessary for efficient continuation of activity or for safety of people. Before commencement of storage of more than 000m 3 waste water or if more than 500m 3 is stored for re-use. Record all appropriate management controls and designs for efficiency of system. References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 7

71 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 7

72 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE TEMPLATE INDIGENOUS GRASSLAND Registration No. 8/2378/07 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 7

73 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 7

74 .0 AIM As Tongaat Hulett Developments works within the KZN coastal belt, the same grassland species will be required for the purposes of rehabilitating coastal grasslands. The aim behind this template is to prevent repetition of work i.e. creation of multiple templates for each EIA which ultimately repeat the same list of species. This will ultimately allow for better use of the consultants expertise and time. This template provides lists of indigenous grasslands species. During each EIA process, each consultant will be able to add to the template allowing Tongaat Hulett Developments to build up an extensive database of indigenous grassland species suitable for the KZN coastal belt. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S Environmental Consultants are responsible for reviewing and updating the indigenous grassland template. 3.0 METHODOLOGY This template, which should be used in conjunction with the relevant SOP s can be used as a guideline to the types of vegetation as well as the specific species that characterise this specific system when embarking on planned rehabilitation, landscaping or recreation of a specific environment. 4.0 GRASSLANDS Climate influences living and non living components of a region and how communities, specifically plant communities adapt to these conditions determines how these regions will be classified into biomes. More specifically a biome is characterised by the uniformity of general climax vegetation e.g. grassland biomes are dominated by grasses. Grassland refers to veld that is dominated by grass species. Grassland biomes tend to occur at a minimum altitude of 300m in the eastern parts of South Africa and are particularly characteristic of the central plateau. In southern Africa, the low-lying areas of KZN fall within the Savanna biome and grasslands are therefore not very common in these areas. The term Savanna (bushveld) describes veld that is composed of two layers namely the herbaceous layer consisting mostly of grasses and the woody layer, comprised mostly of trees. The few grasslands that do occur within the KZN coastal region have largely been destroyed, as they tend to occur on land well suited to development. 5.0 TEMPLATE The following are grasses indigenous and suitable for planting in KZN. The ecological status of grasses refers to the classification of grasses and forbes based on their reaction to grazing. These will react in one of two ways; they will either increase or decrease in abundance hence the terms Increaser or Decreaser species. Species identified in this fashion can be used to indicate the status of grassland i.e. whether it has been heavily disturbed or whether it is in good condition. The presence of increaser species indicates well-managed grassland. Refer to SOP for management of sensitive systems section 4.3. Grasses Species Aristida junciformis Bothriochloa insculpta Characteristics Open mountain grassland, has been found at coast, high rainfall, prefers disturbed areas, grows on moist soil but prefers poor stony soil on slopes. Increaser IIc increases with severe overgrazing. On all well drained fertile soil types in open grassland or bushveld, is dominant when colonising disturbed sites. Increaser IIb or IIc increases with moderate overgrazing or increases with severe overgrazing. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 7

75 Species Cymbopogon validus Digitaria eriantha Eulalia villosa Imperata cylindrica Melinis nerviglumis Melinis repens Panicum maximum Themeda triandra Characteristics Mountainous grassland, has been found in coastal grassland, high rainfall areas, grows in vleis, wet sites and margin of tree communities. Increaser I dominate in poor veld, increases with selective grazing. Widely adapted to variety of habitats, eastern high rainfall areas, especially on damp soils in veils and along rivers in tall grassland. In drier areas grows in sandy and stony soils. Decreaser dominates in good veld, decreases when veld is mismanaged. Common in open and mountainous grassland in reasonably high rainfall areas, grows on slopes in under-utilised veld or undisturbed veld. Has been found in coastal areas. Increaser I dominate in poor veld, increases with selective grazing. Common in poorly drained soils such as vleis and riverbanks. Also in open grassland with high rainfall. Increaser I dominate in poor veld, increases with selective grazing. Shallow stony soils in undisturbed open grassland or bushveld. Usually in stony slopes. Varies but mostly Increaser I dominate in poor veld, increases with selective grazing. Disturbed areas such as uncultivated lands and roadsides, grows on all soil types, also found in open grassland and stony ridges. Increaser IIc increases with severe overgrazing. Prefers damp places with fertile soil, shade of trees and shrubs and along rivers, adapts to variety of soils and conditions. Decreaser dominates in good veld, decreases when veld is mismanaged. Occurs in all Veld types in SA and is common in undisturbed climax grassland, grows on all soil types. Decreaser dominates in good veld, decreases when veld is mismanaged. Groundcovers, shrubs, perennials Acalypha punctata Perennial herb, grassland, coast to mountains Aristea ecklonii Forest margins, stream banks, grassland, scrub. Require morning sun. Aristea woodii Evergreen perennial, In grassland, coast to 2500m, semi shady areas. Asclepias physocarpa / Gomphocarpus physocarpus Annual or perennial shrub or herb, in grassland, disturbed areas, coast to 900m. Barleria obtusa Perennial herb to scrambling shrub, dry hillsides, rocky ground, in grassland and woodland. Conyza ulmifolia Herb, damp places, forest margins, near streams, coast to 200m Cyathea dregei Stream banks, grassland and edge of forest, full sun and well watered. Crinum Macowanii Coast to mountains, in grasslands, rocky areas, near rivers. Drimiopsis maxima In grassland, among rocks, good in shade. Eucomis autumnalis In damp grassland, coast to 2450m. Eulophia speciosa Stout, in groups, In grassland, coastal bush, woodland, full sun. Gladiolus dalenii Widespread in grassland, woodland, coast to 2500m. Hypoxis hemerocallidea In grassland, woodland, widespread. Justicia betonica In grassland, bushveld, on forest margins, good shade plant. Justicia protracta Perennial herb or shrublet, widespread in woodland, thicket, grassland, good in dry sunny areas. Lobelia coronopifolia Perennial shrublet, in grassland. Mariscus congestus Tufted perennial, in damp places in grassland, on stream banks, up to 200m. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 7

76 Nemesia denticulata Perennial herb, in grassland, open scrub, coast to 00m. Scabiosa columbaria Herb, in grassland, open woodland, coat to 2000m. Smilax anceps Scrambling climber, in grassland thicket and forest. Vernonia natalensis Open grassland, coast to 800m Wooded grassland tree species Antidesma venosum Sapium integerrimum Kraussia floribunda Aristea ecklonii Eugenia capensis Kraussia floribunda Phoenix reclinata Syzygium cordatum Ficus sur Syzygium cordatum Aristea ecklonii Crinum macowanii Small tree, forest margins and wooded grasslands at medium and low altitudes. Small to medium tree, forest margin, wooded grassland, along the coast. A pioneer species. Shrub, Forest margins, riverine vegetation, swamp forest, coastal grassland Forest margins, stream banks, grassland, scrub. Require morning sun. Low shrub to small tree, along coast on seaward facing dunes, dune forest, scrub and grassland. Used in dune reclamation work. Shrub, Forest margins, riverine vegetation, swamp forest, coastal grassland. Clumps of erect or reclining palms, along watercourses, open grassland, in forest, old termetartia at low altitudes. Good stream bank stabiliser. Medium sized evergreen tree, wooded grassland, forest, along watercourses, sometimes in groves. Fairly cold resistant. Tall tree, forests, open wooded grassland, near watercourses. Medium sized evergreen tree, wooded grassland, forest, along watercourses, sometimes in groves. Fairly cold resistant. Forest margins, stream banks, grassland, scrub. Require morning sun. Coast to mountains, in grasslands, rocky areas, near rivers. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 7

77 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 7

78 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 7

79 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE TEMPLATE WETLAND REHABILITATION Registration No. 8/2378/07 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 7

80 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS Date Authorise Person Responsible Person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 7

81 .0 AIM As Tongaat Hulett Developments frequently encounters wetlands on its development sites, it is important to maintain a database for the rehabilitation of these areas so as to prevent repetition of work i.e. creation of multiple templates for each EIA which ultimately repeat the same list of species. This will ultimately allow for better use of the consultants expertise and time. This template provides lists of indigenous vegetation that can be used in the rehabilitation of wetland areas. During each EIA process, each consultant will be able to add to the template allowing Tongaat Hulett Developments to build up an extensive database for wetland rehabilitation. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S Environmental Consultants are responsible for reviewing and updating the wetland rehabilitation template. 3.0 METHODOLOGY This template, which should be used in conjunction with the relevant SOP s can be used as a guideline to the types of vegetation as well as the specific species that characterise this specific system when embarking on planned rehabilitation, landscaping or recreation of a specific environment. 4.0 WETLAND All wetlands are required to be delineated in terms of the Department of Water Affairs policies and requirements. Wetlands are essential in flood attenuation, providing habitat for wetland dependant species and aid in improving water quality. On a global scale, wetlands are considered to be one of the most endangered habitat types and historically, the KZN coastal belt has been prone to a high level of wetland destruction. Therefore it is essential that remaining wetlands be preserved and that disturbed wetlands be rehabilitated rather than further degraded subject to the prevailing development context and national, provincial and local priorities and needs. Through rehabilitation many wetland services that were previously lost can be regained with direct benefits including grazing for livestock, fibre plants for crafts and construction, medicinal plants, tourism, fishing and hunting, areas for cultivation and wood. Indirect benefits include biodiversity, water quality enhancement, flood attenuation, erosion control, streamflow regulation, global climate stabilisation, groundwater recharge / discharge. Possible secondary benefits include poverty alleviation through job creation, capacity building and general wetland conservation. A vital feature when rehabilitating an ecosystem such as a wetland is to ensure that the keystone species is catered for i.e. if the needs for the keystone species are catered for, this will ensure that the needs of a number of other species will be met and should ensure that other species will use the wetland in due course. For example, in the case of the Zimbali South Development the habitat guild and keystone species was the Water Mongoose. An example of a wetland rehabilitation plan is that from the Kindlewood development. 5.0 TEMPLATE Encourage trees and shrubs where a more incised water course occurs. Reeds, sedges and similar non woody vegetation is recommended for more open wetland areas. Grasses can be used on surrounding slopes and in buffer zones. Refer to SOP on management of sensitive systems section 5.8. Plants suitable for buffer zone Plants suitable for open wetland areas Plants suitable to open incised water course areas Date Authorise Person Responsible Person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 7

82 The above suggestions for planting in various zones are not restrictive and many species may be suitable for a variety of zones within the wetland. The specifics of ach wetland will need to be taken into account. Swamp forest Characteristic species Barringtonia racemosa Ficus sur Macaranga capensis Rauvolfia caffra Syzygium cordatum Voacangu thouarsii Rauvolfia caffra Rapanea melanophloeos Bridelia micrantha Kraussia floribunda Rare species Dracaena mannii Other suitable species Rapanea melanophloeos Bridelia micrantha Kraussia floribunda Rauvolfia caffra Erythrina caffra Maesa lanceolata Characteristics Small to medium tree, fringing coastal swamp forest, estuaries and rivers. Tall tree, forests, open wooded grassland, near water courses. Medium to tall deciduous tree, low altitude forests, usually wet areas. Medium to tall deciduous tree, found in forest, riverine forest, swamp forest, and woodland at lower altitudes. Medium sized evergreen tree, wooded grassland, forest, along watercourses, sometimes in groves. Fairly cold resistant. Medium to large tree, forest margins, swamp and riverine forest in coastal areas. Needs swampy conditions. Medium to tall deciduous tree, found in forest, riverine forest, swamp forest, and woodland at lower altitudes. Small to tall evergreen, coastal swamp and mountain forest, forest margins, bush clumps, often in damp areas, from coast to mountains Medium to tall deciduous tree, coastal forest, riverine and swamp forest. Shrub, Forest margins, riverine vegetation, swamp forest, coastal grassland Characteristics Small to tall evergreen, coastal swamp and mountain forest, forest margins, bush clumps, often in damp areas, from coast to mountains Medium to tall deciduous tree, coastal forest, riverine and swamp forest. Shrub, Forest margins, riverine vegetation, swamp forest, coastal grassland Medium to tall deciduous tree, found in forest, riverine forest, swamp forest, and woodland at lower altitudes. Medium to tall deciduous tree, forest, near rivers, along coast, swamp forest at Lake Sibaya. Shrub or small tree on coast to 500m in drainage lines, edge of forests, rocky mountains, bushveld, thicket, groves. Plant Species (herbs, shrubs) Species Characteristics Aspilia natalensis Straggling perennial herb, grassland. Coix lacryma -jobi Large grass Crassocephalum picridifolium Herb in wetlands, full sun. Cyperus immensus Robust perennial, large colonies, marshy areas, riverbanks. Large sedge Cyperus dives Robust perennial, marshy areas, riverbanks, Cyperus prolifer Perennial in colonies, coastal in well aerated water of streams and marshes. Cyperus sphaerospermus Perennial, large stands in moist places on margins of swamps, streams,. Cyperus textilis Perennial in large colonies, on river and stream banks, in marshy areas. Dissotis canescens In marshy areas. Full sun Dissotis princeps Perennial soft woody shrub, in marshy areas. Eleocharis dregeana Perennial, in marshes, flowing or standing water, often partly submerged, mostly midlands and uplands up to 2450m, has been found in coastal areas. Juncus kraussi Perennial in large colonies, in brackish marshes. Spiky matting rush, full sun. Ludwigia octovalvis Robust erect shrub, in damp swampy areas, also floating rafts of vegetation. Sun Ludwigia stolonifera Herb, in damp places or floating. Date Authorise Person Responsible Person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 7

83 Mariscus congestus Tufted perennial, in damp places in grassland, on stream banks, up to 200m. Mariscus soildus Robust perennial, along watercourses, fringing grassland, coast and inland. Nesaea radicans Perennial herb, sun can take shade, moist places. Phragmites australis Dense reed beds stands Polygonum senegalense /Periscaria senegalensis Robust perennial, in moist areas, widespread. Pycreus polystachyos Perennial, common at coast in moist areas including slightly saline conditions. Ranunculus multifidus Perennial herb, in damp ground near streams, marshes, coast to 2900m. Yellow buttercup, Full sun Typha capensis Perennial, large communities, widespread along watercourses in marshy areas. Bullrush, sun Xyrus capensis Perennial herb in clumps, in marshy areas. Zantedeschia aethiopica Deciduous, large colonies, marshy areas, coast to 2250m. Sun or shade in damp spots. Grasses Cymbopogon validus Cynodon dactylon Digitaria eriantha Imperata cylindrica Ischaemum fasciculatum Setaria sphacelata Stenotaphrum secundatum Sorghum bicolor Paspalum distichum Paspalum scrobiculatum Mountainous grassland, has been found in coastal grassland, high rainfall areas, grows in vleis, wet sites and margin of tree communities. Occurs on almost all soil types, prefers those with a high nitrogen content. Occurs in disturbed areas, and is found on moist sites along rivers. Widely adapted to variety of habitats, eastern high rainfall areas, especially on damp soils in veils and along rivers in tall grassland. In drier areas grows in sandy and stony soils. Common in poorly drained soils such as vleis and river banks. Also in open grassland with high rainfall. Wet areas such as vleis and riverbanks, often growing in water. Usually on heavy clay soils. Common on wet soils, prefers clayey wet soils, often in vleis and spongy areas. Common in coastal regions near sea or fresh water sources. Grows on most soil types prefers sandy soils. Partial to wet areas such as riverbanks and vlei. Usually grows on clays but also on moist sandy soils Mainly on or near rivers, vleis pans, canals or other wet areas, most soil types. Associated with wet soils, near veils or water furrows, in high rainfall areas occur in disturbed areas, prefers sandy soils and loams. Date Authorise Person Responsible Person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 7

84 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. Date Authorise Person Responsible Person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 7

85 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May Date Authorise Person Responsible Person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 7

86 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE TEMPLATE FAUNAL SPECIES Registration No. 8/2378/07 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 7

87 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 7

88 .0 AIM The aim of this template is to provide a list of common fauna that may be found in the KZN coastal belt so that Tongaat Hulett Developments may develop a database of these species. This template provides lists of indigenous species that can be used for rehabilitation purposes. During each EIA process, each consultant will be able to add to the template allowing Tongaat Hulett Developments to build up an extensive database. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Environmental Consultant is responsible for updating and maintaining the procedure. 3.0 METHODOLOGY This template can be used as a guideline to the types of vegetation as well as the specific species that characterise this specific system when embarking on planned rehabilitation, landscaping or recreation of a specific environment. 4.0 TEMPLATE Mammals Atilax paludinosus (water mongoose) Cephalophus monicola (blue duiker) Cephalopus natalensis (red duiker) Ceropithecus pygerythrus (vervet monkey) Cryptomys hottentotus (molerat) Galeralla sanguinea (slender mongoose) Genetta tigrina (large spotted genet) Graphiurus murinus (woodland dormouse) Herpestes ichneumon (large grey mongoose) Hystrix africaeaustralis (porcupine) Lepus saxatalis (scrub hare) Mungus mungu (banded mongoose) Patamochoerus porcus (bushpig) Sylvicapra grimmia (common duiker) Thrynomys swindenionus (cane rate) Tragelaphus scriptus (bushbuck) Otomops martiensseni Birds Accipiter melanoleucus (black sparrowhawk) Acrocephalus baeticatus (african marsh warbler) Acrocephalus schoenubaenus (sedge warbler) Acrocephalus gracilirostris (cape reed warbler) Andropadus importunes (sombre bulbul) Anthreptes collaris (collared sunbird) Anthus cinammomeus (grassveld pipit) Anthus novaeseelandiae (richards pipit) Apus barbatus (black swift) Apus caffer (whiterumped swift) Apus affanis (little swift) Ardea cinerea (blackheaded heron) Botaurus stellaris (bittern) Bradypterus baboecala (african sedge warbler) Camaroptera brachyura (bleating warbler) Campephage flava (black cuckooshrike) Campethera abingoni (goldentailed woodpecker) Centropus burchelli (burchells cuckoo) Centropus bengalensis (black coucal) Chlorocichla flaviventris (yellowtailed bulbul) Chrysococcyx klaas (klaas s cuckoo) Ciconia episcopus (woollynecked stork) date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 7

89 Circaetus fasciolatus (southern banded snake eagle) Cisticola galactotes (blackbacked cisticola) Colius striatus (speckled mousebird) Caossyphya caffra (cape robin) Cossypha natalensis (natal robin) Cypsiurus parvus (palmswift) Delichon urbica (house martin) Dicrurus adsimillis (fortailed drongo) Euplectes orix (red bishop) Euplectes ardens (redshouldered widow) Euplectes axillaries (redcollard widow) Estrilda astrild (common waxbill) Francolinus natalensis (natal francolin) Francolinus shelleyi (shelley s francolin) Glareola pratincola (redwinged pratincole) Gypohierax angolensis (palmnut vulture) Bostrychia hagedash (hadeda ibis) Halycyon leucocephala (greyhooded kingfisher) Halycyon senegaloides (mangrove kingfisher) Hirundo abyssinica (lesser striped swallow) Ixobrychus minutes (little bittern) Lagonostica rubricata (bluebilled firefinch) Lamprotornis corruscus (blackballed starling) Lanius collaris (fiscal shrike) Laniarius ferrugineus (southern boubou) Lybius torquatus (blackcollard barbet) Melawnornis pammelaina (black flycatcher) Merops pusillus (little bee eater) Microparra capensis (lesser jacana) Milvus migrans (yellowbilled kite) Mirafra africana (rufousnaped lark) Motacilla capensis (cape wagtail) Nectarinia talatala (whitebellied sunbird0 Nectarinia veroxii (grey sunbird) Nectarinia olivacea (olive sunbird) Nectarinia amathystina (black sunbird) Nettapus auritus (pygmy goose) Pelecanus onocrotalus (white pelican) Platysteira peltata (wattle-eyed flycatcher) Pogoniulus bilineatus (goldenrumped tinker barbet) Ploceus cucllatus (spottedbacked weaver) Ploceus ocularis (spectacled weaver) Ploceus subaureus (yellow weaver) Porzana pusilla (baillons crane) Psalidoprocne holomelas (black sawing swallow) Sarothrura rufa (redchested flufftail) Saxicola torquata (stonechat) Serinus mozambicus (yelloweyed canary) Serinus sulphuratus (bully canary) Spermestes cucullatus (bronze manakin) Stephanoaetus coronatus (crowned eagle) Streptopelia semitorquata (redeyed dove) Tchagra senegala (blackcrowned chagra) Tyto capensis (grass owl) Turtur tympanistria (tambourine dove) Vidua macroura (pintailed whydah) Zoothera guttata (spotted thrush) Zosterops pallidus (cape whiteeye) date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 7

90 Crested Guineafowl Natal Spurfowl Shelley s Francolin Collared Pratincole Mangrove Kingfisher African Broadbill White-backed Night-Heron Spotted Ground Thrush Fresh Water Fish Anguilla bengalensis (african mottled eel) Oreochromis mossambicus (mozambique tilapia) Pseudocrenilabrus philander(southern mouth brooder) Barbus viviparous (brownstripe barbs) Reptiles Bitis arietans (puff adder) Causus rhombeatus (common night adder) Crotaphopeltis hotamboeia (herald snake) Dendroaspis angusticeps (green mamba) Denroaspis polylepis (black mamba) Lamprophis fulginosus (brown house snake) Lamprophis inornatus (olive house snake) Philothamnus semivariegatus (spotted bush snake) Psammophis mossambicus (olive grass snake) Python sebae (african rock python) Amphibians Hyperolius pickersgilli (Pickersgill's Reed Frog) Forest Dwelling Millipedes Ulodesmus spiralipes Centrolobus anulatus Spinotarsus lobatus Doratogonus cristulatus Insects Sphecodemyta natalensis (horsefly) date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 7

91 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 7

92 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 7

93 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT Registration No. 8/2378/07 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 6

94 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 6

95 .0 AIM To provide a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for management of stormwater on a development site both during and after construction. The guiding principle behind stormwater management is to keep post development runoff similar to pre development runoff. Best practice suggests a passive management approach to stormwater management whereby stormwater is retained on site for as long as possible released slowly, thus high velocity flow and peak water flow events that could cause erosion and damage property on site and in surrounding areas are avoided. Ecological engineering recognises that natural systems should be mimicked to accommodate biological systems. This procedure must be subject to engineer approval for each project as it only investigates environmental implications, which may or may not be suitable from an engineering perspective. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Environmental Consultants are responsible for using the SOP in the EMPs and updating it where applicable. The Town Planner (Planning Manager) is responsible for ensuring that SOP s are updated. The Engineer is responsible for consulting with the Environmental Consultant on environmental suitability of system. 3.0 METHODOLOGY This SOP should be used as a guideline for preventing and managing soil erosion on site. This guideline should be used in conjunction with Procedure on Erosion control. 4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS In general, soils in the areas most used by Tongaat Hulett Developments primarily tend to be unconsolidated dune sands and / or Berea red sands which are highly susceptible to wind and water erosion which means that stormwater management during construction is of particular importance as uncovering these soils exposes them to these erosive elements. Wherever poorly managed stormwater results in erosion, there is usually the additional impact of increased siltation of water ways and related wetland areas and this impedes the flow of water and thus the functioning of these systems. 5.0 PROCEDURE A stormwater management plan should be created to manage stormwater on site both during and after construction. An effective stormwater management plan should work towards maintaining post development stormwater runoff at the same level as pre development run off. Key elements are the reduction of flow velocity which could cause erosion problems on site and down stream, keeping stormwater on site for as long as possible, avoiding points of concentrated flow, promoting recharging of natural water bodies without exceeding these requirements and altering flow regimes and downstream timing i.e. assessing the catchment as a whole. 5. Promoting Infiltration and Reducing flow velocity The permeability of soils and infiltration potential of an area will have an effect on run off and the infiltration of stormwater. However, with development, a greater proportion of the site will be covered by hardened surfaces areas, which will promote an increase in the volume and speed of surface run off. Therefore, in order to mitigate the effect of development and reduce flow velocity and speed, stormwater should be encouraged to remain on site for as long as possible. This can be achieved by keeping hardened surface areas to a minimum and encouraging stormwater infiltration through the creation of larger open vegetated areas so that stormwater can slowly soak away to recharge streams and water bodies. 5.. Vegetated stormwater detention ponds Vegetated stormwater detention ponds are often a useful way to reduce flow velocity and retain stormwater on site for as long as possible. These can also be developed into attractive water features. By choosing appropriate plants (see wetland species template ) and selecting the appropriate area on a site, detention ponds can provide a similar function to that of a wetland. As such they may act as sponges, slowly releasing water to recharge surrounding water bodies, filtering date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 6

96 suspended and dissolved solids from the water and slowing the rate of flow. If provision is made for keystone species such as the water moss other species will be encouraged to use the area. However placement of these ponds should take into account that loose and unconsolidated soils may be susceptible to collapse when moisture is added and are therefore not suitable for the creation of detention ponds as instabilities may occur on steeper slopes. Although seen as a positive tool for the management of stormwater, there is a possibility that the use of stormwater ponds may cause secondary environmental impacts. Possible negative impacts of stormwater ponds may be changes to downstream water temperature regimes, downstream dry weather water quality, downstream bedload movement, down-stream trophic shifts, upstream fish passage, upstream channel degradation, and destruction of riparian cover and wetlands. Very little research has been conducted on these possible negative impacts, most of which have been inferred from research on the effects of larger impoundments (dams) on large river systems and it is uncertain how this research may be applied to stormwater ponds. For example, it has been suggested that stratification of such water bodies (layering of temperatures and nutrients) may ultimately affect water temperatures down stream. However, as depth has an effect on the level of stratification that the water body experiences and shallow stormwater ponds are only likely to be weakly stratified as opposed to deeper impoundments that can exhibit very strong seasonal stratification, it is uncertain if such inferences are indeed applicable. 5.2 Accommodating sensitive systems Sensitive systems need to be taken into account when managing stormwater. Water requirements of surrounding areas and water bodies within the same catchments area should also be determined and accounted for i.e. stormwater management needs to be approached in a holistic manner incorporating the impacts it could have on the wider area within which the site operates. Certain systems such as wetlands and other water bodies will have specific water requirements which must be met and exceeding or undersupplying water to these water sources could have an impact on how they function. Other sensitive systems such as grasslands and forests also need to be considered and should not be used as dissipation areas for stormwater without careful consideration of their water requirements and what impact over supply of water could have on these systems Wetland In terms of managing stormwater in and around wetland areas, the Interim Guidelines for development that may affect wetlands produced by the DAEA should be followed (see also SOP Management of Sensitive Systems section 5.8). Specific requirements relating to stormwater management are that hardened surfaces should be at least 5m outside of the outer boundary of the seasonal / permanent wetland zone. It also states that stormwater outflows should not directly enter a wetland and that a vegetated buffer of 20m should be included between the stormwater outflow and the outer boundary of the wetland with mechanisms for dissipating water energy and slowing water flow. In cases where a high biodiversity exists within the wetland, a specialist will need to determine buffer widths Discharging water into water bodies Discharging stormwater into natural watercourses is only acceptable under certain conditions (requirements of the National Water Act should be followed at all times). Stormwater entering a natural water course must be of acceptable quality (as per DWAF requirements, see attached extract from old Water Act which is stil being used as a water quality guideline), no pollutants i.e. soaps, car washings, paints or any other domestic pollutants can be allowed to enter the natural system. Stormwater entering the system should not significantly alter the natural timing and flow of the stream as this could cause flooding and erosion further downstream. It may be advisable to slow and filter water prior to allowing it to enter the natural water course. Prior to discharging water to a water body, requirements for permits should be investigated. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 6

97 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 6

98 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 6

99 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE SOP EROSION CONTROL Registration No. 8/2378/07 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 6

100 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 6

101 .0 AIM To control soil erosion and conserve valuable topsoil. Stormwater management is a key factor in handling erosion on site and the SOP on stormwater management ( ) should be considered in conjunction with this SOP (other key factors in soil erosion control related to vegetative cover). Please refer to the appropriate vegetation templates. Although the following provides a general approach typical situations encountered and provides control measures, specialist studies should always be carried out and each site should be judged on an individual basis. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Environmental Consultants are responsible for using the SOP and updating it where applicable. The Town Planner (Planning Manager) is responsible for ensuring that SOP s are updated. 3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS The erodibility of soils can be described as their sensitivity to the effects of wind and water on the soil structure. This can be expressed as an erodibility index that is determined by combining the effects of slope, soil type, rainfall intensity and land use. Soils found on the south east coast of SA are considered to have a medium susceptibility to erosion with the Durban are not considered as having a high erosion potential. Due to the length of time that it takes for soils to be formed, they should be seen as an important natural resource. Soil erosion through poor management can result in loss of valuable topsoil, damage to property through slope destabilisation, collapsing of banks and in extreme cases mudslides. Erosion can also result in material being deposited into watercourses or wetlands silting up these resources and impairing their function. Where erosion has occurred, there is a greater likelihood that exotic plant species will gain a foothold. The coastal belt soils are vulnerable to erosion by wind and water and soil erosion is more likely to occur in summer months due to higher rainfall and temperatures causing shrinkage and collapse of soils. Soils are particularly vulnerable to erosion during construction as they are exposed to the elements while changes in surface run off patterns due to construction activities often increase the likelihood of erosion. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 6

102 4.0 PROCEDURE Top soil conservation In order to conserve valuable top soil, it is advisable to remove the topsoil layer (upper 30cm) before commencing work in an area. This top soil can then be stored away from working area and can be used to in landscaping or as required. The top soil pile should not exceed 2m in height and should not be placed either on a slope or at the bottom of a slope where it may cause erosion and instability problems. Soil exposure Soils most often encountered in the coastal belt area of the north coast of Durban (Umhlanga) are red Berea type soils. These soils usually have little cohesion, are easily drained and tend to have high erosion potential especially when denuded of vegetation. Therefore it is important that the time that the soil is exposed is reduced i.e. no clearing should take place until work is ready to begin, vegetation should only be removed before the area is to be worked and vegetation should only be stripped as required. Once work is complete, vegetation should be re-planted immediately to cover soil surfaces. Other precautions should include the restriction of heavy vehicle movement near unstable, uncovered soils. Side tipping of spoil and excavated materials shall not be permitted all spoil material shall be disposed off as directed by the Engineer. Figure: Problems caused by side tipping. Battering of all banks shall be such that cut and fill embankments are no steeper than previous natural slopes unless otherwise permitted by the Engineer. Cut and fill embankments steeper than previous ground levels shall be revegetated immediately on completion of trimming or shall be protected against erosion using bioengineered stabilisation measures as shown in figures 2 & 3. Deep-rooted vegetation such as Vetiver grass is effective to stabilise steeper embankments. Soil protection during construction During construction when soil is unavoidably exposed, temporary soil erosion control measures should be put in place where required. Wind screening can provide protection from winds to control soil loss in exposed areas that may be prone to wind exposure. During heavy rainfall events, stormwater control measures should reduce flow velocity and ensure that large volumes of water are not channeled onto unprotected soil surfaces (See Stormwater Management SOP ). At the same time, particularly vulnerable areas can be covered with hessian to prevent soil from being washed away. It may also become necessary to put siltation traps in place to capture any eroded material during rainfall events and these can be designed and constructed as and where necessary according to the engineer s specifications. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 6

103 Examples of methods used to slow down erosion, pending on the type of soil and slopes gradient. Figure 2 = Clay, less permeable / porous soils. Figure 3 = Gravel, highly / more porous soil. Figure2: Bioengineering Stabalisation By stepping the slope using logs, one is able to form soil sediments (catch soil). Placing (pilling) rocks at the foot a slope, allows the waters speed / strength to be interrupted, thus avoiding further (vertical) erosion, Figure3: Bioengineering Stabalisation Vegetation is a good source of water retention. Areas with humus and permeable soil, can have erosion levels reduced through the introducing of deep rooted plants, The staggering of rocks (rocks acting as speed humps) and planting of vegetation between rocks further allows for siltation. Long term control measures Of primary importance is to ensure that appropriate stormwater controls are in place (See Stormwater Management SOP ). Earthworks and changes to the natural form of the ground should be kept to a minimum and where earthworks have created embankments higher than m, these should be recontoured to approximate the form of the natural landscape. Untreated embankments and embankments with retaining walls greater than m should be avoided. Final soil erosion measures may include soil percolation trenches for run off from paved areas and rain water piping to accept run off from roofs. Where extensive grassed areas have been planned, grass sods should be used as opposed to runners or seeds to provide more immediate protection. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 6

104 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 6

105 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 6

106 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE SOP EMP MONITORING Registration No. 8/2378/07 Date Authorised Person Responsible person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 5

107 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 5

108 .0 AIM To provide a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for monitoring of Environmental Management Plans (EMP s). Although each EMP will be project specific, this will provide a standard to which all EMP s must comply. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Town Planner (Planning Manager) and ESH Officer are to ensure that Consultants use and review SOP s and templates in EIA s and EMP s and add to these where applicable. The Project Managers are to ensure implementation of the EMP. The Environmental Consultant is to develop the EMP and audit compliance with the EMP on a regular basis and provide audit reports to the Planning Administrator. The ECO is to monitor compliance with the EMP on a regular basis and is responsible for ensuring that the contractor and construction staff are trained and understand the EMP and relevant SOPs. The Contractors are responsible for ensuring conformance with the EMP. 3.0 METHODOLOGY This SOP should be used as a guideline for monitoring and ensuring compliance with the EMP. 4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS An EMP is designed with a view to managing construction activities so as to avoid and minimise environmental impacts during development. Non compliance with the EMP can therefore result in severe environmental impacts. EMP compliance is usually stipulated in the Record of Decision for most EIA s. Therefore failure to follow the directives of the EMP can result in the provincial department closing the site and halting development. EMP compliance can ultimately save on costly rehabilitation and ensure that sensitive systems are maintained in their original state. 5.0 PROCEDURE 5. The Environmental Consultant is to prepare the EMP (refer to SOP Guideline EMP). The Environmental Consultant may refer to the ethekwini Municipality Generic EMP for Construction Activities and use it as a basis for developing the EMP provided that the EMP is specific to the nature of the site. The consultant may not copy the Generic EMP verbatim. 5.2 The Environmental Consultant and Project Manager must hold a meeting with all primary suppliers and contractors prior to start of construction in order to discuss the EMP. 5.3 Suppliers and contractors are to be provided with a copy of the EMP, Tongaat Hulett Development s environmental policy (Record 4.2) and Ground Rules (Record 4.2..) and a list of their responsibilities in terms of maintaining the ISO 400 program (Record 4.4.), copy of the non-conformance report and instructions for filling this out (Record 4.5.2) and a copy of the complaints register (Record ). They must also be supplied with a list of Tongaat Hulett Development s significant aspects as these apply to their own work. 5.4 Suppliers and contractors to be made aware of the consequences of non compliance with the EMP and are to be held responsible for ensuring compliance of all sub contractors. 5.5 Suppliers and contractors are to refer to the Raw Material SOP ( ) and complete the Raw Material Record ( ) to ensure that raw materials are appropriately sourced. 5.6 Records of on site training must be kept. 5.7 The Environmental Consultant will carry out environmental audits of the site on a regular basis (time period according to stipulations of ROD and the activities occurring at a point in time but should be done at least once a month). Audit reports will be submitted to Tongaat Hulett Development and to DAEA. The consultant must schedule audit dates and ensure that all necessary parties are made aware of these dates. The consultant must consult with DAEA compliance officer to ensure that the officer is able to attend some of the audits. 5.8 Any suggestions regarding changes to the EMP must be submitted in writing to the environmental consultant for approval. A record of this must be kept. 5.9 All issues of non-conformance must be added to the non conformance/incident Record. The EMP Compliance/Non Compliance Record must also be maintained. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 5

109 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 5

110 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 5

111 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE SOP RAW MATERIAL SOURCING Registration No. 8/2378/07 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 7

112 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett t Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 7

113 .0 AIM To ensure that raw materials are obtained from appropriate sources and are obtained in a sustainable manner i.e. appropriate licenses and permits have been obtained. This is vital to ensure that development is carried out in a sustainable manner. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Primary Contractor must be able to produce all necessary documentation proving that all raw materials being used on the site have been obtained in a sustainable manner. It is the Primary Contractor s responsibility to obtain this documentation from either the Sub Contractor, Cartage Company or directly from the supplier of the material if necessary. No material will be used unless the responsible parties can provide the necessary permits, licences (see below). This documentation must be provided prior to material being brought on site and should be included into any contractual agreement. The ECO is responsible for obtaining proof of raw material sourcing from the Primary Contractor and providing these to Tongaat Hulett Developments own Planning Administrator for the purposes of record keeping. The Environmental Consultant is responsible for checking availability of these documents during the EMP audit. 3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Use of materials obtained in a non-sustainable manner promotes these non-sustainable practices, enabling activities that negatively impact the environment, the affected environment being the area where the material is being obtained. Sand, stone, rock, gravel, clay, soil In the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Act, mining is seen as any operation or activity carried out for the purpose of winning any mineral from on, in, or under the earth. The act defines Mineral as any substance whether solid, liquid or gas that occurs naturally in or on the earth or in or under water, that is formed or is subject to geological processes including sand, stone, rock, gravel, clay, soil and any mineral occurring in residue stockpiles or is residue deposits excluding water, petroleum or peat. Therefore, under the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Act, the removal of sand, stone, rock, gravel, clay or soil are mining activities and as such are required to adhere to the requirements of the act. Mining activities are known to negatively impact the environment i.e. sand winning in rivers can alter flow paths and result in large-scale erosion and riverbank degradation and can affect water turbidity (water clarity), which impacts various aquatic life forms. However, if the mining activity is controlled and carried out in accordance with the requirements of the act, negative environmental impacts can be controlled and mitigated. Under the act, an EIA and environmental authorisation is required before mining can commence. In addition the mining activity needs to be licensed, the quarry or area where the mining activity is being carried out must operate according to an EMP and the mine or site of the activity must be rehabilitated after mining is complete. By ensuring that materials are obtained from licensed mining activities, Tongaat Hulett Developments ensures that it does not support any illegal mining operations that may not be operating according to these requirements. Bitumin The production of bitumen can have significant impact on air quality. Therefore manufacturers of this material need to be operating within the requirements of the law i.e. appropriate permits etc. Indigenous vegetation, rocks, wood Such materials must be obtained from a proven legitimate source. If vegetation or wood is obtained illegally from a protected area or open space area there may be damage to plants, disruption of species reliant on that vegetation, soil erosion due to loss of plants and unspecified damage to the area. Uncontrolled removal of weathered rocks for landscaping from either slopes or streams could result in damage to the source area as a result of the activity while removing the rocks and soil erosion as a result of removing embedded rock. If rock is harvested from streams there may be alteration of stream flow, erosion of the streambed and banks and damage to the stream ecosystem. Pesticides, herbicides date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 7

114 The use of herbicide and pesticides needs to be strictly controlled as incorrect use can lead to environmental pollution and poisoning of sensitive systems on site, added to which certain substances such as DDT persist in the environment and can have harmful long term consequences. These materials if stored or handled incorrectly can also impact soil and water quality i.e. through spills or fire. There is legislation regulating the use of these substances and professional services handling these substances should be able to provide the appropriate permits as detailed below. Fuels The storage of fuel on site i.e. diesel and petrol poses a threat to the environment in terms of spills impacting soil and water quality as well as the risk of fire. As such, suppliers have certain responsibilities. 4.0 PROCEDURE Sand, stone, rock, gravel, clay, soil In terms of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Act, the mining of minerals requires a permit. As such, it is necessary that proof of the permit be provided. The following raw materials must be mined in accordance with, and licensed by the Department of minerals and energy: River sand Stone Rock Clay Gravel Cement constituent Soil In terms of the Durban Metro Scheduled Trade by-laws, suppliers of Natural sands, Concrete / Cement, Aggregate and Stone must be able to provide a scheduled trade permit. The selected relevant sections are included below (see attached schedule for full list of activities). Cement products and pre-mixing works Quarrying Sandwinning (as defined in the Licences and Business Hours Ordinance, No. of 973) Stone crushing and dressing works Stone masonry In terms of other materials requiring scheduled trade permits the following are also listed Brick and tile works Building services contractor (as defined in the Licences and Business Hours Ordinance, No. of 973) in respect of the base premises Ceramic works According to the Atmospheric Pollution Prevention Act, a 'scheduled process' means any works or process specified in the Second Schedule Any company that carries out a scheduled process needs to have a scheduled process permit. Once the new Air Quality Bill comes into effect, certain activities that result in atmospheric emissions will become listed activities and any company carrying out a listed activity will require an atmospheric emission licence. Suppliers of cement must also produce a scheduled process certificate (Atmospheric emission licence). Below are the applicable sections from the list of scheduled processes (see attached for full list of scheduled processes). 22. Cement processes: That is to say, processes in which argillaceous or calcareous materials are used in the production of cement clinker, and processes in which cement clinker is ground or cement is packed, and also processes in which metallurgical slags are treated for the purpose of making cement or cement additives. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 7

115 Bitumin In terms of the Durban Metro Scheduled Trade by-laws, suppliers of Bituminous products are also required to provide a scheduled trade permit. The selected relevant sections are included below (see attached schedule for full list of activities). Bitumen works, including the transportation and operation of mobile bitumen kettles Asphalt plant, permanent and mobile Suppliers of bituminous products, tar, creosote or cement must also produce a scheduled process certificate under APPA (Atmospheric Emission Licence under the Air Quality Bill). Below are the applicable sections from the list of scheduled processes (see attached for full list of scheduled processes). 6. Tar processes: That is to say, processes in which tar, creosote or any other product of the distillation of tar is distilled or is heated in any manufacturing process. No 58. Macadam preparation processes: That is to say, processes in which crushed stone is heated or dried, with or without the addition of tar or bituminous binders, for the purpose of preparing road surfacing or paving material. Indigenous vegetation, rocks, wood Although permits may not be required, suppliers of other natural materials such as weathered rock, wood and indigenous vegetation must be able to provide proof that this material was obtained in a sustainable manner and from an approved source i.e. to ensure that natural vegetation, wood and rocks have not been removed illegally from a protected site or that in the removal, the environment was damaged in any way. Pesticides, herbicides, fuels etc In terms of the Durban Metro Scheduled Trade by-laws, operators involved in pest control i.e. handling pesticides / herbicides must be able to provide a scheduled trade permit. The selected relevant sections are included below (see attached schedule for full list of activities). Fungicide manufacture, and bulk-handling, storage and commercial usage of fungicides Herbicide manufacture, and bulk-handling, storage and commercial usage of herbicides Pesticides manufacture, and bulk-handling, store and commercial usage of pesticides As well as a scheduled trade permit, operator s involved in pest control i.e. handling of pesticides / herbicides must provide a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the chemicals used. This is a requirement of the Occupational Health & Safety Act s Hazardous Chemical Substance regulations, which require that suppliers of hazardous substances provide MSDS s to their customers, and that these be kept on the premises with the substances in case of emergency. These operators must also provide proof of registration as an operator with the Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs (DAEA). A copy of the MSDS must be kept on site. Fuels Suppliers of fuel i.e. petrol or diesel must provide a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) which should be kept on site. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 7

116 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 7

117 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 7

118 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE SOP FOR CONTROL AND ERADICATION OF ALIEN INVASIVE VEGETATION Registration No. 8/2378/07 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 0

119 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 0

120 .0 AIM The aim of this document is to provide a guideline for the eradication and control of alien invasive plant species. This is a baseline document to which consultants, ecologists and landscapers working on Tongaat Hulett Developments projects should add and especially make comment with regards the success of various control methods etc. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Environmental Consultant, Specialist Ecologist and Environmental control officer are responsible for implementing this procedure and developing it where appropriate. 3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Alien invasive plant species are known to possess a variety of physiological adaptations to disturbance and their invasive potential is exacerbated by the fact that they have a common ability to spread and reproduce rapidly and resist all but the most determined control attempts. Collectively these factors enable alien invasive species to penetrate and replace natural vegetation threatening natural ecosystems by reducing biodiversity), changing natural fire nutrient and hydrological regimes, increasing soil erosion, increasing transpiration rates in wet areas and modifying aquatic ecosystems. They increase the cost of water treatment and of managing the land, and also threaten agricultural productivity. Therefore alien pant control must be given high priority. Furthermore, studies have shown that removal of alien venation is a financially sound practice as alien vegetation can decrease the financial value of an ecosystem by 40% in terms of the services it provides to the community (e.g. tourist interest, water quality and quantity, wildlife habitat, indigenous craft materials etc.) The cost of removal and control of alien invasive species is comparatively negligible at around and 5% of the net present value of the ecosystem. 4.0 PROCEDURES Most eradication and control occurs using a combination of the techniques described below which can be collectively termed integrated control. ) Mechanical eradication - physical removal or damage to the species. This includes procedures such as cutting, ring barking and uprooting. Clearance by hand is selective and leaves desirable species untouched. It is more effective in small invasions of shallow rooted plants. Most invaders will coppice when cut but if repeated during growing season cutting results in a depletion of root reserves which often results in death. Felling does not eliminate alien tree species by itself. Coppice growth usually results and is more difficult to control than the original problem. Coppice growth can however be prevented by striping bark off the remaining stump to below ground level. Ring barking of large trees can be successful but is a slow process. Every trace of the cambium must be removed from a ring of at least 0.5m wide. Felling of dried out trees is more difficult than living trees. The disadvantage of using this technique is that it is costly due to it being labour intensive and slow, it can also cause soil disturbance and improve conditions for germination of seeds from other undesirable species and risk of soil erosion. 2) Chemical eradication - the use of chemical agents to prevent growth and/or cause death of species. This includes stump poisoning; painting herbicides into cuts on the bark, basal bark spraying, and foliar spraying. Only herbicides registered for use against the specific weed to be eliminated should be used as they have been rigorously tested and the optimum mode of use has been determined (see SOP on raw material sourcing ). Prior to use the following should also be noted: the level of persistence of the herbicide, residual herbicides preclude immediate re-growth or replanting; the degree of selectivity of herbicide is also critical as some kill all plants while others have no effect on non target species; the effect of the herbicide on animals and the effect that weather conditions will have on use, for example rain immediately after the treatment could nullify the treatment or in windy weather non target species may be reached by the spray. Two of the most commonly used herbicides are Roundup (Glyphosate) and Garlon (Triclopyr). Roundup kills all green plants and is usually applied as a spray. It is not poisonous to animals and deactivates on contact with the soil therefore land reclamation can begin as soon as the target species have died. Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 0

121 Garlon kills only broad-leaved plants and is harmless to grasses and animals. The residual effects are short lived and is applied as a leaf spray or painted on cut stumps Special equipment and training and supervision of skilled and semi-skilled labour is required. Another disadvantage of this technique weather conditions and physiological conditions of the plant need to be correct. Certain application techniques are not target specific and can lead to environmental contamination and damage to desirable species. Best used conservatively. 3) Biological eradication - the use of natural processes or species to counter growth. Different methods include insect and plant diseases, seedling suppression, fire, and incorporating browsers Fire is used at the moment to control bush encroachment, but more research and finance will be needed before diseases and browsers can be introduced. It is relatively cheap over the long term. The disadvantage is that most agents are not effective when plants have a low density and slow process unsuitable when rapid control is required. 4) Integrated Control Combination of two or more of the above methods. Mechanical control may be used to prepare a plant for the application of herbicides. Similarly, fire can be used to reduce initial heights of plants or kill seeds and seedlings. Bio-control agents attack the seed can be used to reduce seedlings, in combination with herbicides on standing trees. Species specific control ) Lantana camara: hand pull seedlings; bush cutters and slashers for the initial control of large bushes and selective weeding as a follow up method should be burnt as it takes to long to break down naturally chemical treatment of coppice and small bush (3% solution of Roundup) chemical treatment of cut stump (% Tardon Super:Diesel). 2) Chromolaena odorata: hand pull seedlings; mechanical control of large plants same as Lantana camara; chemical control of coppice and small bush plants (3% Roundup or % Garlon) chemical treatment of cut stump (2% Garlon:Diesel) Chromolaena odorata is moderately easy to remove but requires repeated follow-up operations. In certain areas where Chromolaena and Lantana have been burnt the use of herbicide on the coppice rootstock has been very effective. This is especially important around forest and bushclump edges, where to disturb the soil by digging stumps would only encourage alien plant seedling growth. 3) Acacia mearnsii: handpull seedlings; mature trees can be ring barked and /or felled with a chain saw and left to rot as they do not burn easily; chemical control of seedlings (% Roundup:Water); chemical treatment of cut stump (2% Garlon:Diesel). Acacia mearnsii is difficult to control and timeconsuming follow-up is essential 4) Melia azedarach: handpull seedlings; ringbark mature trees chemical control of seedlings (.5% Roundup spray)(conant 985). 5) Solanum mauritianum: handpull seedlings; cut down mature plants to 0cm for chemical treatment; chemical control of seedlings and coppice (.5% Roundup) chemical treatment of cut stump (2% Garlon:Diesel). 6) Ricinus communis: handpull seedlings, chemical control of seedlings (Roundup.5%). 7) Rubus cuneifolius: repeated mowing; chemical control (0.5% Garlon:Water) sprayed on leaves. 8) Schinus terebinthifolius: Handpull seedlings or burn; fell large trees and apply 2% Garlon:Diesel to cut stump. 0) Eucalyptus spp: Ring bark or felling of large trees, chemical treatment of seedlings or coppice (0.75% Roundup or Garlon:Water); chemical control of cut stump (2% Garlon:Diesel). Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 0

122 ) Sesbania punicea: handpull seedlings; uproot plants: Chemical control of coppice (0.5% Garlon:Water); chemical treatment of cut stump (.5% Garlon:Water). Category specific control methods for alien invasive species are given in the Agricultural Resources Act, the relevant sections of which have been included below. Please refer to the template of alien invasive plant species (procedure ). Declaration of weeds and invader plants 5. () Plants of the kinds specified in column of Table 3 as category plants are hereby declared weeds to the extent indicated in column 3 of the said Table opposite the names of the respective kinds of plants. (2) Plants of the kinds specified in column of Table 3 as category 2 plants and as category 3 plants are hereby declared invader plants to the extent indicated in column 3 of the said Table opposite the names of the respective kinds of plants.. Combating of category plants 5A. () Category plants may not occur on any land or inland water surface other than in biological control reserves. (2) A land user shall control any category plants that occur on any land or inland water surface in contravention of the provisions of sub-regulation () by means of the methods prescribed in regulation 5E. (3) No person shall, except in or for purposes of a biological control reserve (a) (b) establish, plant, maintain, multiply or propagate category plants; import or sell propagating material of category plants or any category plants; (c) acquire propagating material of category plants or any category plants. (4) The executive officer may, on good cause shown in writing by the land user, grant written exemption from compliance with the requirements of sub-regulation () on such conditions as the executive officer may determine in each case. Combating of category 2 plants 5B. () Category 2 plants may not occur on any land or inland water surface other than a demarcated area or a biological control reserve. (2) (a) The executive officer may on application in writing demarcate an area as an area where category 2 plants may occur, be established and be maintained. (b) An area in respect of which a water use license for stream flow reduction activities has been issued in terms of section 36 of the National Water Act, 998 (Act No. 36 of 998) shall be deemed to be a demarcated area. (3) The executive officer shall demarcate an area for the occurrence, establishment and maintenance of category 2 plants only if (a) the category 2 plants in the area are cultivated under controlled circumstances; and Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 0

123 (b) the land user concerned has been authorised to use water in terms of the National Water Act, 998 (Act No. 36 of 998); and (c) the category 2 plants or products of category 2 plants in the area are demonstrated to primarily serve a commercial purpose, use as a woodlot, shelter belt, building material, animal fodder, soil stabilisation, medicinal or other beneficial function that the executive officer may approve; and (d) all reasonable steps are taken to curtail the spreading of propagating material of the category 2 plants outside the demarcated areas. (4) When an area is demarcated for the occurrence, establishment and maintenance of category 2 plants the executive officer may impose such additional conditions as may reasonably be deemed necessary to keep the category 2 plants in the area in check. (5) No person shall sell propagating material of category 2 plants or any category 2 plants to another person unless such other person is a land user of a demarcated area or of a biological control reserve. (6) No person shall acquire propagating material of category 2 plants or any category 2 plants unless such material or such plants are intended for use in a demarcated area or in a biological control reserve. (7) Propagating material of category 2 plants or category 2 plants shall only be imported or sold in accordance with the provisions of the Plant Improvement Act, 976 (Act No. 53 of 976), the Agricultural Pests Act, 983 (Act No. 36 of 983) and the environment conservation regulations. (8) A land user shall control any category 2 plants that occur on any land or inland water surface in contravention of the provisions of sub-regulation () by means of the methods prescribed in regulation 5E. (9) Unless authorised thereto in terms of the National Water Act, 998 (Act No. 36 of 998), no land user shall allow category 2 plants to occur within 30 meters of the :50 year flood line of a river, stream, spring, natural channel in which water flows regularly or intermittently, lake, dam or wetland. (0) The executive officer may, on good cause shown in writing by the land user, grant written exemption from compliance with one or more of the requirements of sub-regulations (), (3), (5), (6), (8) and (9) on such conditions as the executive officer may determine in each case. Combating of category 3 plants 5C. () Category 3 plants shall not occur on any land or inland water surface other than in a biological control reserve. (2) Subject to the provisions of sub-regulation (3), the provisions of sub-regulation () shall not apply in respect of category 3 plants already in existence at the time of the commencement of these regulations. (3) (a) No land user shall allow category 3 plants to occur within 30 meters of the :50 year flood line of a river, stream, spring, natural channel in which water flows regularly or intermittently, lake, dam or wetland. (b) The executive officer may impose such additional conditions as may reasonably be deemed necessary with regard to category 3 plants already in existence at the time of the commencement of these regulations. Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 0

124 (c) A land user must take all reasonable steps to curtail the spreading of propagating material of category 3 plants. (d) The executive officer may, after consultation with the land user, issue a direction in terms of section 7 of the Act that category 3 plants in existence at the time of the commencement of these regulations must be controlled by means of the measures prescribed in regulation 5F. (4) No person shall, except in or for purposes of a biological control reserve (a) (b) (c) plant, establish, maintain, multiply or propagate category 3 plants; import or sell propagating material of category 3 plants or any category 3 plants; acquire propagating material of category 3 plants or any category 3 plants. (5) The executive officer may, on good cause shown in writing by the land user, grant written exemption from compliance with one or more of the requirements of sub-regulations (), (3) and (4) on such conditions as the executive officer may determine in each case. Designation of biological control reserves 5D. () The executive officer may on application in writing designate an area as a biological control reserve. (2) The executive officer shall designate an area as a biological control reserve only if Methods of control (a) the area concerned is used for the breeding of biological control agents by a biological control expert; and (b) no other measures that may destroy or render the biological control ineffective are applied in that area; and (c) the area concerned serves as a refuge from where biological control agents can move or be distributed to other infestations of category, 2 and 3 plants. 5E. () Where category, 2 or 3 plants occur contrary to the provisions of these regulations, a land user shall control such plants by means of one or more of the following methods of control as is appropriate for the species concerned and the ecosystem in which it occurs: (a) Uprooting, felling, cutting or burning; (b) Treatment with a weed killer that is registered for use in connection with such plants in accordance with the directions for the use of such a weed killer; (c) Biological control carried out in accordance with the stipulations of the Agricultural Pests Act, 983 (Act No. 36 of 983), the Environment Conservation Act, 989 (Act No. 73 of 989) and any other applicable legislation; (d) Any other method of treatment recognised by the executive officer that has as its object the control of the plants concerned, subject to the provisions of sub-regulation (4); (e) A combination of one or more of the methods prescribed in paragraphs (a), (b), (c), and (d), save that biological control reserves and areas where biological control agents are effective shall not be disturbed by other control methods to the extent that the agents are destroyed or become ineffective. Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 0

125 (2) The methods contemplated in sub-regulation () shall also be applied with regard to the propagating material and the re-growth of category, 2 and 3 plants in order to prevent such plants from forming seed or re-establishing in any manner. (3) The performance of an act of control is not in itself proof that the objects of the control methods have been achieved and follow-up operations are mandatory to achieve the appropriate level of combating. (4) Where uncertainty exists about the presence or efficacy of any biological control agent, a biological control expert shall be consulted. (5) Any action taken to control category, 2 and 3 plants shall be executed with caution and in a manner that will cause the least possible damage to the environment. Application of other laws 5F. Nothing contained in this regulation shall derogate in any way from any obligation imposed on any land user in terms of any other law.. Indicators of bush encroachment 6. () Indigenous plants of the kinds specified in column of Table 4 are regarded as indicator plants indicating bush encroachment in the areas specified in column 2 of the said Table opposite the names of the respective kinds of plants. (2) A land user of an area in which natural vegetation occurs and that contains communities of indicator plants shall follow practices to prevent the deterioration of natural resources and to combat bush encroachment where it occurs. (3) One or more of the following practices shall be followed with regard to communities of indicator plants contemplated in sub-regulation (2) in order to remove the cause of the deterioration of the natural resources and to improve and maintain the production potential of the natural pastoral land: (a) Uprooting, felling or cutting; (b) Treatment with a weed killer that is registered for use in connection with such plants in accordance with the directions for the use of such a weed killer; (c) The application of control measures regarding the utilisation and protection of veld in terms of regulation 9; (d) The application of control measures regarding livestock reduction or removal of animals in terms of regulations 0 and ; (e) Any other method or strategy that may be applicable and that is specified by the executive officer by means of a directive.. Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 8 of 0

126 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 9 of 0

127 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 0 of 0

128 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE TEMPLATE ALIEN INVASIVE VEGETATION Registration No. 8/2378/07 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 2

129 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 2

130 .0 AIM The aim of this template is to list and categorise the type of alien invasive species that are likely to be found on a project site in coastal KZN. It is important that the template is viewed in conjunction with the appropriate standard operating procedure that deals with the eradication and management of the affected species ( ). 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Environmental Consultant and Landscaper would be the key persons involved in the identification of alien invasive species and their eradication and control. The Projects Manager would also need to monitor these processes as part of the EMP. The Town Planner is responsible for ensuring that the Template remains updated, 3.0 METHODOLOGY This template, which should be used in conjunction with the relevant SOP s can be used as a guideline to the types of alien invasive vegetation that may be found on project sites as well as in sensitive systems. These plants are categorised in the regulations to the Conservation of Agricultural Resources as either declared weeds or invader plants. 4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Negative impacts on the environment caused by alien invasive include the following: Destruction of indigenous vegetation / ecosystems, interference with the water table as well as water quantity and quality downstream, species and habitat loss, decrease in aesthetic appeal of area, decrease in productivity of the land and reduction in the amount of arable land available, decrease in food availability for indigenous animals, lowering of the conservation potential of the area, limiting environmental service provision of the area, degradation of the riparian environment resulting in siltation, erosion and destabilization of land. 5.0 LIST AND CATEGORISATION OF SPECIES ADAPTED FROM REGULATIONS TO CONSERVATION OF AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES ACT, 983. The relevant sections of the act have been placed below. Highlighted species are those that have most often recorded in EIA s conducted in the KZN coastal belt area. Declaration of weeds and invader plants 5. () Plants of the kinds specified in column of Table 3 as category plants are hereby declared weeds to the extent indicated in column 3 of the said Table opposite the names of the respective kinds of plants. (2) Plants of the kinds specified in column of Table 3 as category 2 plants and as category 3 plants are hereby declared invader plants to the extent indicated in column 3 of the said Table opposite the names of the respective kinds of plants.. Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Acacia baileyana F.Muell. Bailey se wattel / Indringer / 3 Bailey s wattle Invader Acacia cyclops A.Cunn. ex G.Don Rooikrans / Red eye Indringer / 2 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 2

131 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Acacia dealbata Link Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Silwerwattel / Silver wattle Acacia decurrens (Wendl.) Willd. Groenwattel / Green wattle Acacia elata A.Cunn. ex Benth. (A. terminalis misapplied in South Africa) Peperboomwattel / Pepper tree wattle Column 2 Invader Onkruid / Indringer / Invader Indringer / Invader Acacia implexa Benth. Screw pod wattle Onkruid / Acacia longifolia (Andr.) Willd. Langblaarwattel / Long leaved wattle Onkruid / Acacia mearnsii De Wild. Swartwattel / Black wattle Indringer / Acacia melanoxylon R.Br. Australiese swarthout / Australian blackwood Acacia paradoxa DC. (= A. armata R.Br.) Acacia podalyriifolia A.Cunn. ex G.Don Invader Indringer / Invader Kangaroo wattle Onkruid / Vaalmimosa / Pearl acacia Acacia pycnantha Benth. Gouewattel / Golden wattle Acacia saligna (Labill.) H.L.Wendl. Port Jackson / Port Jackson willow Achyranthes aspera L. Grootklits, Langklitskafblom / Burweed Agave sisalana Perrine Garingboom / Sisal hemp, Sisal Ageratina adenophora (Spreng.) R.M.King & H.Rob. (= Eupatorium adenophorum Spreng.) Ageratina riparia (Regel) R.M.King & H.Rob. (= Eupatorium riparium Regel) Ageratum conyzoides L. Indringer / Invader Onkruid / Indringer / Invader Onkruid / Indringer / Invader Crofton weed Onkruid / Misblom / Mistflower Onkruid / Indringer ageratum / date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Kategorie plant in die Wes Kaap, Kategorie 2 plant in die res van Suid Afrika / Category plant in the Western Cape, Category 2 plant in the rest of South Africa Onkruid / Page 4 of 2

132 Botaniese naam / Botanical name Ageratum houstonianum Mill Uitgesluit kultivars / Excluding cultivars Ailanthus altissima (Mill.) Swingle Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Gewone naam / Common name Type Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Invading ageratum Mexikaanse ageratum / Mexican ageratum Hemelboom / Tree of heaven Albizia lebbeck (L.) Benth. Lebbeckboom / Lebbeck tree Albizia procera (Roxb.) Benth. Basterlebbeck / False lebbeck Alhagi maurorum Medik. (= A. camelorum Fisch.) Anredera cordifolia (Ten.) Steenis (A. baselloides (Kunth) Baill. misapplied in South Africa) Kameeldoringbos / Camel thorn bush Madeira ranker / Madeira vine, Bridal wreath Column 2 Onkruid / Indringer / Invader Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Araujia sericifera Brot. Motvanger / Moth catcher Onkruid / Ardisia crenata Sims Koraalbessieboom / Coralberry tree, Coral Bush Onkruid / (Ardisia crispa misapplied in South Africa) Argemone mexicana L. Geelblom bloudissel / Yellow flowered Mexican poppy Argemone ochroleuca Sweet subsp. Ochroleuca (= A. subfusiformis G.B.Ownbey) Witblom bloudissel / White flowered Mexican poppy Arundo donax L. Spaanse riet / Giant reed, Spanish reed Atriplex lindleyi Moq. Subsp. inflata (F.Müll.) P.G.Wilson Atriplex nummularia Lindl. Subsp. Nummularia Blasiesoutbos / Sponge fruit saltbush Oumansoutbos / Old man saltbush Azolla filiculoides Lam. Rooiwatervaring / Azolla, Red water fern Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / weed Indringer / Invader Indringer / Invader Onkruid / Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 3 Kategorie plant slegs in. die Noordelike Provinsie, KwaZulu - Natal en Mpumalanga / Category plant only in the Northern Province, KwaZulu Natal and Mpumalanga 3 2 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 2

133 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Bauhinia purpurea L. Skoenlapperorgideëboom / Indringer / Butterfly orchid tree Invader Bauhinia variegata L. Orgideëboom / Indringer / Orchid tree Invader Bryophyllum delagoense (Eckl. & Kandelaarplant / Onkruid/ Zeyh.) Schinz Chandelier plant (= B. tubiflorum Harv.; Kalanchoe tubiflora Raym. Hamet; K. delagoensis Eckl. & Zeyh.) Caesalpinia decapetala (Roth) Alston Kraaldoring / Onkruid / (= C. sepiaria Roxb.) Mauritius thorn Campuloclinium macrocephalum Pom pom bossie / Onkruid / (Less.) DC. Pom pom weed (= Eupatorium macrocephalum Less.) Canna indica L. Indiese kanna / Onkruid / Uitgesluit hibriede kultivars / Indian shot Excluding hybrid cultivars Cardiospermum grandiflorum Sw. Blaasklimop / Onkruid / Balloon vine Casuarina cunninghamiana Miq. Kasuarisboom / Beefwood Indringer / Invader Casuarina equisetifolia L. Perdestertboom / Indringer / Horsetail tree Invader Cereus jamacaru DC. Nagblom / Onkruid / (C. peruvianus misapplied in South Queen of the Night Africa) Cestrum aurantiacum Lindl. Oranjesestrum / Onkruid / Yellow or Orange cestrum Cestrum elegans (Brongn.) Schtdl. Karmosynsestrum / Onkruid / (= C. purpureum (Lindl.) Standl.) Crimson cestrum Cestrum laevigatum Schtdl. Inkbessie / Inkberry Onkruid / Cestrum parqui L Hér. Chileense Inkbessie / Onkruid / Chilean cestrum Chromolaena odorata (L.) R.M.King & Paraffienbos, Chromolaena / Onkruid / H.Rob. Triffid weed, Chromolaena Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column Nie vir gebruik in duin stabilisering nie / Not for use in dune stabilisation 2 Nie vir gebruik in duin stabilisering nie / Not for use in dune stabilisation date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 2

134 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 (= Eupatorium odoratum L.) Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Column 2 Cinnamomum camphora (L.) J.Presl Kanferboom / Onkruid / Kategorie plant slegs in Camphor tree die Noordelike Provinsie, KwaZulu Natal en Mpumalanga / Category plant only in the Northern Province, KwaZulu Natal and Mpumalanga Cirsium vulgare (Savi) Ten. Speerdissel, Skotse dissel / Onkruid / (= C. lanceolatum Scop.) Spear thistle, Scotch thistle Convolvulus arvensis L. Akkerwinde, Klimop / Onkruid / Field bindweed, Wild morning glory Cortaderia jubata (Lem.) Stapf Pampasgras / Onkruid / Pampas grass Cortaderia selloana (Schult.) Asch. & Pampasgras, Silwergras / Onkruid / Graebn. Pampas grass Uitgesluit steriele kultivars / Excluding sterile cultivars Cotoneaster franchetii Boiss. Dwergmispel, Oranje Indringer / 3 cotoneaster / Invader Cotoneaster Cotoneaster pannosus Franch. Silwerdwergmispel / Indringer / 3 Silver leaf cotoneaster Invader Cuscuta campestris Yunck. Gewone dodder / Onkruid / Common dodder Cuscuta suaveolens Ser. Luserndodder / Onkruid / Lucerne dodder Cytisus monspessulanus L. Montpellierbrem / Onkruid / (= C. candicans (L.) DC., Genista Montpellier broom monspessulana (L.) L. Johnson) Cytisus scoparius (L.) Link Skotse brem / Scotch broom Onkruid / (= Genista scoparia (L.) Lam.) date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 2

135 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Datura ferox L. Grootstinkblaar / Onkruid / Large thorn apple Datura innoxia Mill. Harige stinkblaar / Onkruid / Downy thorn apple Datura stramonium L. Gewone stinkblaar / Onkruid / Common thorn apple Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Echinopsis spachiana (Lem.) Fiedrich Orrelkaktus / Onkruid / & Rowley Torch cactus (= Trichocereus spachianus (Lem.) Riccob.) Echium plantagineum L. Pers echium / Onkruid / (= E. lycopsis L.) Patterson s curse Echium vulgare L. Blou echium / Onkruid / Blue echium Egeria densa Planch. Waterpes / Onkruid / (= Elodea densa (Planch.) Casp. Dense water weed Eichhornia crassipes (C.Mart.) Solms Waterhiasint / Onkruid / Water hyacinth Elodea canadensis Michx. Kanadese waterpes / Onkruid / Canadian water weed Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. Lukwart / Indringer / Loquat Invader Eucalyptus camaldulensis Dehnh. Rooibloekom / Indringer / Red river gum Invader Eucalyptus cladocalyx F.Muell. Suikerbloekom / Indringer / Sugar gum Invader Eucalyptus diversicolor F.Muell. Karie / Karri Indringer / Invader Eucalyptus grandis W.Hill ex Maiden Salignabloekom / Indringer / (E. saligna Sm. (p.p.) Saligna gum, Rose gum Invader Eucalyptus lehmannii (Schauer) Spinnekopbloekom / Onkruid / Benth. Spider gum Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column Kategorie plant in die Wes Kaap, Kategorie 2 plant in date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 8 of 2

136 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Eucalyptus paniculata Sm. Grysysterbasbloekom / Indringer / Grey ironbark Invader Eucalyptus sideroxylon A.Cunn. ex Swartysterbasbloekom / Indringer / Woolls Black ironbark, Red ironbark Invader Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 die res van Suid-Afrika / Category plant in the Western Cape, Category 2 plant in the rest of South Africa 2 2 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Column 2 Eugenia uniflora L. Pitanga / Onkruid / Kategorie plant in die Pitanga, Surinam cherry Noordelike Provinsie, KwaZulu Natal en Mpumalanga, Kategorie 3 plant in die res van Suid- Afrika / Category plant in the Northern Province, KwaZulu Natal and Mpumalanga, Category 3 plant in the rest of South Africa Gleditsia triacanthos L. Amerikaanse driedoring, Indringer / 2 Uitgesluit steriele kultivars / Soetpeulboom / Invader Excluding sterile cultivars Honey locust, Sweet locust Grevillea robusta A.Cunn. ex R.Br. Australiese silwereik / Indringer / 3 Australian silky oak Invader Hakea drupacea (C.F.Gaertn.) Roem. Soethakea / Sweet hakea Onkruid / & Schult. (= H. suaveolens R.Br.) Hakea gibbosa (Sm.) Cav. Harige hakea / Onkruid / Rock hakea Hakea sericea Schrad. & J.C.Wendl. Syerige hakea / Onkruid / Silky hakea Harrisia martinii (Labour.) Britton & Toukaktus, Harrisia kaktus / Onkruid / date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 9 of 2

137 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Rose Moon cactus, Harrisia cactus (= Eriocereus martinii (Labour.) Riccob. Hedychium coccineum Sm. Rooigemmerlelie / Onkruid / Red ginger lily Hedychium coronarium J. König Witgemmerlelie / Onkruid / White ginger lily Hedychium flavescens Roscoe Geelgemmerlelie / Onkruid / Yellow ginger lily Hedychium gardnerianum Kahiligemmerlelie / Onkruid / Ker Gawl. Kahili ginger lily Hypericum perforatum L. Johanneskruid / Indringer / St. John s wort, Tipton weed Invader Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 2 Beheerde aanplanting / Controlled cultivation Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Ipomoea alba L. Maanblom / Moonflower Onkruid / Ipomoea indica (Burm.f.) Merr. Purperwinde / Onkruid / (= I. Congesta R.Br.) Morning glory Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Kategorie plant in die. Noordelike Provinsie, KwaZulu Natal en Mpumalanga, Kategorie 3 plant in die res van Suid- Afrika / Category plant in the Northern Province, KwaZulu Natal and Mpumalanga, Category 3 plant in the rest of South Africa Kategorie plant in die Noordelike Provinsie, KwaZulu Natal en Mpumalanga, Kategorie 3 plant in die res van Suid- Afrika / Category plant in the Northern Province, KwaZulu Natal and Mpumalanga, date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 0 of 2

138 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Ipomoea purpurea (L.) Roth Purperwinde / Indringer / Morning glory Invader Jacaranda mimosifolia D.Don Jakaranda / Jacaranda Indringer / Uitgesluit steriele kultivar Alba Invader Excluding sterile cultivar Alba Alle saadvormende spesies of Lantana / Onkruid / saadvormende hibriede van Lantana Lantana, Tickberry, wat nie inheems in Afrika is nie / Cherry pie All seed producing species or seed producing hybrids of Lantana that are non-indigenous to Africa. Lepidium draba L. Peperbos / Onkruid / (= Cardaria draba (L.) Desv.) Pepper cress, Hoary cardaria, White top Leptospermum laevigatum (Gaertn.) Australiese mirt / Onkruid / F.Muell. Australian myrtle Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Category 3 plant in the rest of South Africa 3 3 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Column 2 Leucaena leucocephala (Lam.) de Wit Reuse wattel / Leucaena Onkruid / Kategorie plant in die Wes (= L. glauca Benth.) Kaap, Kategorie 2 plant in die res van Suid-Afrika / Category plant in the Western Cape, Category 2 plant in the rest of South Africa Ligustrum japonicum Thunb. Japanese liguster / Indringer / 3 Japanese wax leaved privet Invader Ligustrum lucidum Aiton Chinese liguster / Indringer / 3 Slegs vir gebruik as Chinese wax leaved privet Invader onderstam indien goed gekeur deur die Uitvoerende Beampte in terme van regulasie 5C(5) / Only for use as root stock date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 2

139 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Ligustrum ovalifolium Hassk. Kaliforniese liguster / Indringer / Californian privet Invader Ligustrum sinense Lour. Chinese liguster / Indringer / Chinese privet Invader Ligustrum vulgare L. Gewone liguster / Indringer / Common privet Invader Lilium formosanum A. Wallace Sintjosefslelie, Trompetlelie / Indringer / (= L. longiflorum Thunb. var. St Joseph s lily, Trumpet lily, Invader formosanum Baker) Formosa lily (L. longiflorum has sometimes been misapplied to this species in South Africa) Litsea glutinosa (Lour.) C.B.Rob. Indiese lourier / Onkruid / (= L. sebifera Pers.) Indian laurel Lythrum salicaria L. Purple loosestrife Onkruid / Macfadyena unguis-cati (L.) Katteklouranker / Onkruid / A.H.Gentry Cat s claw creeper Melia azedarach L. Maksering, Bessieboom / Indringer / Syringa, Persian lilac Invader Metrosideros excelsa Sol. ex Gaertn. Nieu-Seelandse perdestert / Indringer / (= M. tomentosa A.Rich.) New Zealand christmas tree Invader Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 if authorised by the Executive Official in terms of regulation 5C(5) Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Column 2 Mimosa pigra L. Raak - my - nie / Indringer / 3 Giant sensitive plant Invader Montanoa hibiscifolia Benth. Montanoa / Tree daisy Onkruid / Morus alba L. Witmoerbei, Gewone moerbei / Indringer / 3 Slegs vir gebruik as Uitgesluit kultivar Pendula White mulberry, Invader onderstam indien goed Excluding cultivar Pendula Common mulberry gekeur deur die Uitvoerende Beampte in terme van date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 2

140 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Myoporum tenuifolium G.Forst. subsp. Manatoka Indringer / Montanum (R.Br.) Chinnock Invader (= M. montanum R.Br.) (M. acuminatum misapplied in South Africa) Myriophyllum aquaticum (Vell.) Verdc. Waterduisendblaar / Onkruid / Parrot s feather Myriophyllum spicatum L. Spiked water milfoil Onkruid / Nassella tenuissima (Trin.) Barkworth Witpolgras / White tussock Onkruid / (= Stipa tenuissima Trin.) Nassella trichotoma (Nees) Arech. Nassella polgras / Onkruid / (= Stipa trichotoma Nees) Nassella tussock Nephrolepis exaltata (L.) Schott Swaardvaring / Indringer / (= Polypodium exaltatum L.) Sword fern Invader Uitgesluit kultivars / Excluding cultivars Nerium oleander L. Selonsroos / Oleander Onkruid / Uitgesluit steriele dubbelblom kultivars / Excluding sterile, double flowered cultivars Nicotiana glauca Graham Wildetabak / Wild tobacco Onkruid / Opuntia aurantiaca Lindl. Litjieskaktus / Onkruid / Jointed cactus Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 regulasie 5C(5) / Only for use as root stock if authorised by the Executive Official in terms of regulation 5C(5) 3 3 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Column 2 Opuntia exaltata A.Berger Langdoringkaktus / Onkruid / (= Austrocylindropuntia exaltata Long spine cactus date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 2

141 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 (A.Berger) Backeb.) Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill. Boereturksvy, (= O. megacantha Salm-Dyck) Grootdoringturksvy / Uitgesonderd alle doringlose turksvy Mission prickly pear, Sweet kultivars en seleksies / prickly pear Excluding all spineless cactus pear cultivars and selections Opuntia fulgida Engelm. Roseakaktus / (O. rosea misapplied in South Africa.) Rosea cactus Opuntia humifusa (Raf.) Raf. Large flowered prickly pear, (O. compressa (Salisb.) J.Macbr. Creeping prickly pear illegitimate) Opuntia imbricata (Haw.) DC. Imbrikaatkaktus, Kabelturksvy / (= Cylindropuntia imbricata (Haw.) Imbricate cactus, Knuth) Imbricate prickly pear Opuntia lindheimeri Engelm. Klein rondeblaarturksvy / (= O. tardospina Griffiths) Small round leaved prickly pear Opuntia monacantha Haw. Suurturksvy, (O. vulgaris Mill. misapplied) Luisiesturksvy / Cochineal prickly pear, Drooping prickly pear Opuntia spinulifera Salm-Dyck Blouturksvy, Groot rondeblaar turksvy / Saucepan cactus, Large roundleaved prickly pear Opuntia stricta (Haw.) Haw. Suurturksvy / (= O. dillennii (Ker Gawl.) Haw.) Pest pear of Australia Orobanche minor Sm. Klawerbesemraap, Bremraap / Lesser broomrape, Clover broomrape Paraserianthes lophantha (Willd.) Australiese Albizia, Nielsen Stinkboon / (= Albizia lophantha (Willd.) Benth.) Australian Albizia, Stink bean Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Onkruid / Parthenium hysterophorus L. Parthenium Onkruid / Passiflora caerulea L. Siergrenadella / Onkruid / Blue passion flower Passiflora mollissima (Kunth) Piesangdilla / Onkruid / date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 2

142 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 L.H.Bailey Banana poka, Bananadilla Passiflora suberosa L. Devil s pumpkin, Onkruid / Indigo berry Passiflora subpeltata Ortega Granadina Onkruid / Pennisetum setaceum (Forssk.) Pronkgras / Onkruid / Chiov. Fountain grass Uitgesluit steriele kultivar Rubrum / Excluding sterile cultivar Rubrum Pennisetum villosum R.Br. ex Fresen. Veergras / Feathertop Onkruid / Pereskia aculeata Mill. Pereskia / Onkruid / Barbados gooseberry Phytolacca dioica L. Bobbejaandruifboom, Indringer / Belhambra / Invader Belhambra Pinus canariensis C.Sm. Kanariese den / Indringer / Canary den Invader Pinus elliotti Engelm. Basden / Slash pine Indringer / Invader Pinus halepensis Mill. Aleppoden / Aleppo pine Indringer / Invader Pinus patula Schltdl. & Cham. Treurden / Patula pine Indringer / Invader Pinus pinaster Aiton Trosden / Cluster pine Indringer / Invader Pinus radiata D.Don Radiataden / Indringer / Radiata pine, Monterey pine Invader Pinus roxburghii Sarg. Tjirden / Indringer / (= P. longifolia Roxb.) Chir pine, longifolia pine Invader Pinus taeda L. Loblollyden / Indringer / Loblolly pine Invader Pistia stratiotes L. Waterslaai / Water lettuce Onkruid / Pittosporum undulatum Vent. Australiese kasuur, Soet Onkruid / Pittosporum / Australian cheesewood, Sweet pittospormum Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 2

143 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Plectranthus comosus Sims Abessiniese coleus / Indringer / (= Coleus grandis Cramer) Abyssinian coleus, Invader (Plectranthus barbatus Andr. Woolly plectranthus Misapplied in South Africa) Pontederia cordata L. Jongsnoekkruid / Indringer / Pickerel weed Invader Populus alba L. Witpopulier / White poplar Indringer / Invader Populus x canescens (Aiton) Sm. Vaalpopulier / Indringer / Grey poplar, Matchwood poplar Invader Prosopis glandulosa Torr. Var. Heuningprosopis / Indringer / torreyana (Benson) Johnst. Honey mesquite Invader en hibriede / and hybrids Prosopis velutina Wooton Fluweelprosopis / Indringer / en hibriede / and hybrids Velvet mesquite Invader Psidium cattleianum Sabine Aarbei koejawel / Indringer / (= P. littorale Raddi var. longipes Strawberry guava Invader (O.Berg) Fosb.) Psidium guajava L. Koejawel / Guava Indringer / en hibriede / and hybrids Invader Psidium guineense Sw. Brasiliaanse koejawel / Indringer / Brazilian guava Invader Psidium x durbanensis Baijnath ined. Durbanse koejawel / Onkruid / Durban guava Pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi Kudzuranker / Kudzu vine Onkruid / Pyracantha angustifolia (Franch.) Geelbranddoring / Indringer / C.K.Schneid. Yellow firethorn Invader Uitgesluit kultivars / Excluding cultivars Pyracantha crenulata (D.Don) Rooivuurdoring / Indringer / M.Roem. Himalayan firethorn Invader Rhus succedanea L. Wasboom / Wax tree Onkruid / (= Toxicodendron succedaneum (L.) Kuntze Ricinus communis L Kasterolieboom / Indringer / Castor - oil plant Invader Rivina humilis L. Bloedbessie / Onkruid / Rivina, Bloodberry Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 2

144 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Robinia pseudoacacia L. Witakasia / Black locust Indringer / Invader Rorippa nasturtium aquaticum (L.) Bronkors / Watercress Indringer / Hayek Invader (= Nasturtium officinale R.Br.) Rosa rubiginosa L. Wilderoos / Indringer / (= R. eglanteria L.) Eglantine, Sweetbriar Invader Rubus cuneifolius Pursh and hybrid R. Amerikaanse braam / Onkruid / x proteus C.H.Stirt. American bramble Rubus fruticosus L. agg. Braam / Indringer / European blackberry Invader Salix babylonica L. Treurwilger / Indringer / (moet nie verwar word met die Weeping willow Invader onderstaande inheemse spesie nie / not to be confused with the indigenous S. mucronata Thunb. (= S. capensis, S. subserrata, S. woodii) Salix fragilis L. Crack or brittle willow Indringer / (moet nie verwar word met die Invader onderstaande inheemse spesie nie / not to be confused with the indigenous S. mucronata Thunb. (= S. capensis, S. subserrata, S. woodii) Salvinia molesta D.S.Mitch. and other Watervaring / Kariba weed Onkruid / species of the Family Salviniaceae Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi Brasiliaanse peperboom / Onkruid / Brazilian pepper tree Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 2 Slegs vir gebruik as onderstam indien goed gekeur deur die Uitvoerende Beampte in terme van regulasie 5B(0) / Only for use as root stock if authorised by the Executive Official in terms of regulation 5B(0) Kategorie in Kwa Zulu Natal, Kategorie 3 in die res van Suid Afrika / Category in Kwa Zulu Natal, Category 3 in the rest of South Africa date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 2

145 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Senna bicapsularis (L.) Roxb. Rambling cassia Indringer / (= Cassia bicapsularis L.) Invader Senna didymobotrya (Fresen.) Irwin & Grondboontjiebotterkassia / Indringer / Barneby Peanut butter cassia Invader (= Cassia didymobotrya Fresen.) Senna pendula (Willd.) Irwin & Indringer / Barneby var. glabrata (Vogel) Irwin & Invader Barneby (= Cassia coluteoides Collad.) Sesbania punicea (Cav.) Benth. Rooi sesbania / Onkruid / Red sesbania Solanum elaeagnifolium Cav. Satansbos / Onkruid / Silver-leaf bitter apple Solanum mauritianum Scop. Luisboom / Bugweed Onkruid / Solanum seaforthianum Andr. Aartappelranker / Onkruid / Potato creeper Solanum sisymbriifolium Lam. Wildetamatie, Doringtamatie / Wild tomato, Dense - thorned bitter apple Onkruid / Sorghum halepense (L.) Pers. Johnsongras / Indringer / Johnson grass, Aleppo grass Invader Spartium junceum L. Spaanse besem / Onkruid / Spanish broom Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels Jambolan Indringer / Invader Syzygium jambos (L.) Alston Jamboes / Indringer / Rose apple Invader Tamarix chinensis Lour. Chinese tamarisk / Onkruid / Chinese tamarisk Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column Kategorie plant in die Noord-, Wes-, en Oos Kaap, Kategorie 3 plant in die res van Suid Afrika / Category plant in the Northern-, Western-, and Eastern Cape, Category 3 plant in the rest of South Africa date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 8 of 2

146 Soort plant / Kind of plant Tipe / Type Botaniese naam / Gewone naam / Botanical name Common name Kolom / Column Kolom 2 / Column 2 Tamarix ramosissima Ledeb. Perstamarisk / Pink tamarisk Onkruid / Tecoma stans (L.) Kunth Geelklokkies / Yellow bells Onkruid / Thelechitonia trilobata (L.) H.Rob. & Singapoer madeliefie / Onkruid / Cuatrec. Singapore daisy (= Wedelia trilobata (L.) A.Hitchc.) Thevetia peruviana (Pers.) K.Schum. Geel oleander / Onkruid / (= T. neriifolia A.Juss. ex Steud.) Yellow oleander Tipuana tipu (Benth.) Kuntze Tipoeboom / Tipu tree Indringer / (= T. speciosa Benth.) Invader Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsl.) A.Gray Mexikaanse sonneblom / Onkruid / Mexican sunflower Tithonia rotundifolia (Mill.) S.F.Blake Rooisonneblom / Onkruid / Red sunflower Toona ciliata M.Roem. Toonboom / Toon tree Indringer / (= Cedrela toona Rottler) Invader Triplaris americana L. Triplaris / Onkruid / Triplaris, Ant Tree Ulex europaeus L. Gaspeldoring / Onkruid / European gorse Xanthium spinosum L. Boetebos / Spiny cocklebur Onkruid / Xanthium strumarium L. Kankerroos / Onkruid / Large cocklebur Kategorie / Category Spesiale voorwaardes / Special conditions Kolom 3 / Column 3 Kolom 4 / Column 4 Kategorie plant in die Noord-, Wes-, en Oos Kaap, Kategorie 3 plant in die res van Suid Afrika / Category plant in the Northern-, Western-, and Eastern Cape, Category 3 plant in the rest of South Africa Kategorie in Kwa Zulu Natal, Kategorie 3 in die res van Suid Afrika / Category in Kwa Zulu Natal, Category 3 in the rest of South Africa 3 3 date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 9 of 2

147 References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 20 of 2

148 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 2

149 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE SOP MANAGEMENT OF SENSITIVE SYSTEMS Registration No. 8/2378/07 Date Authorised Person Responsible person date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 4

150 Use of Information Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists prepared the information provided here for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd only. As such this information may only be used in the preparation of EIA s, reports, EMP s etc for use by Tongaat Hulett Developments (Pty) Ltd and may not be used in the preparation of reports for any other company or individual without the express permission of Kerry Seppings Environmental Management Specialists. KERRY SEPPINGS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 4

151 .0 AIM To provide a procedure for managing sensitive systems as they occur on development sites. The intention is that during each EIA process, each consultant will add to and revise this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) with regards to long-term ecological processes. Management practices must be recorded in this document as well as the success of these processes. The aim of this SOP is to allow for a determination of the issues likely to be encountered for each type of sensitive system found on the site so that development requirements and mitigation measures are known in advance and can be used as part of the decision making process prior to the drawing up of plans. For the sake of completion, sensitive systems will encompass even small scale remnants of these systems i.e. small clumps of indigenous trees or small drainage lines as these can provide valuable environmental services to the site. Systems have been categorised according to the Durban Metropolitan Open Space Systems (D MOSS) categories. 2.0 RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S The Town Planner (Planning Manager) is responsible for ensuring the maintenance of this SOP i.e. ensuring that the Environmental Consultants use the SOP and add to it where applicable. 3.0 METHODOLOGY This SOP should be used in conjunction with the relevant templates as a guideline for the management of sensitive systems encountered on site i.e. identifying these systems, planning for these systems when determining the development footprint, including any development controls required in the EIA. 4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Each sensitive system provides valuable environmental services, which may have local, regional or even national importance e.g. wetlands provide important habitats for specific species of fauna and flora and also provide a valuable service in filtering water and reducing flow velocities thus improving water quality and reducing the risk of flooding. Impacting these systems could affect their functioning and prevent them from providing these valuable services. Certain systems are significant in terms of conservation especially as they become more and more rare due to increasing development i.e. grasslands in the Metro area usually occur on level ground ideally suited for development, as a result, these systems are scarce and remaining undisturbed grasslands have a higher significance. These systems are often difficult to recreate and take a long time to reach equilibrium. The consultants should therefore monitor and record the success of recreated systems. Riverine, stream and other water systems are integral to the open space system (D MOSS) as they often form part of functional and semi-functional ecosystems, linking these and maintaining connections with the remainder of the D MOSS. However, natural riparian vegetation, which forms an integral part of any river ecosystem, is frequently destroyed despite the legislation that prohibits the removal of natural vegetation from the riparian zone. Riparian vegetation along rivers is often severely degraded and in some cases completely destroyed. Stream bank erosion is often aggravated due to deterioration in herbaceous cover in riparian zones as a result of overgrazing and human disturbance. Indigenous vegetation has also been replaced by alien vegetation and destruction of the riverine woodland has occurred. Wetlands are essential in flood attenuation, providing habitat for wetland dependant species and aid in improving water quality. Wetlands play a vital role in flood attenuation and ensure a steady release of water into riverine systems. On a global scale, wetlands are considered to be one of the most endangered habitat types and historically, the KZN coastal belt has been prone to a high level of wetland destruction. Therefore it is essential that remaining wetlands be preserved and that disturbed wetlands be rehabilitated rather than further degraded. Forests also play significant roles in providing important environmental services such as erosion control, gas regulation etc. The loss of forests can have great impacts on erosion control e.g. removal of coastal and dune forest tree species at Umhlodti resulted in wide scale flooding and erosion which caused the loss of valuable dune systems and resulted in much damage to property. Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 4

152 5.0 OPERATING PROCEDURE 5. Identify system in terms of D MOSS requirements D'Moss category Details of category Characteristics Primary Environmental Services Grassland (Coastal) Undisturbed Primary Grassland (Very rare) Disturbed secondary grassland Coastal bush clump Grassland is veld that is dominated by grass species. Often found on hilltops and land suitable for development and agriculture - have largely been cleared for development. Control and prevent soil erosion and loss of valuable topsoil, nutrient cycling - capture and storage of nutrients, provision of habitat and refugia. Wooded Grassland Dry Valley Thicket / Broadleaved woodland Disturbed Woodlands Forests Wetland Forests Wetland Date Grassland mosaic Acacia savannah Protean woodland Faurea saligna woodland Dune scrub & Forest Coastal forest Lowland forest Riverine forest Coastal scarp forest Transitional forest Swamp forests Barringtonia racemosa forests Hibiscus tiliaccus forests Authorising signature Mix of grassland and tree species. Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Grassland and trees control and prevent soil erosion and loss of valuable topsoil, nutrient cycling - capture and storage of nutrients. Provide habitat for fauna and flora. Common in larger river valley systems that are too dry for forests. Usually impenetrable and Stabilise soil within the valley system, filter and contain acacias control water flow into river, habitat and refugia. interspersed with broadleaved trees and succulents. Varied mix of woody species due to disturbance. Not typical of any natural habitat. Canopy of large tree species and distinctive under storey. Located along rivers with wide flat floodplains and also within estuaries.. At least periodically, the land supports predominantly Still able to provide valuable environmental services (soil erosion and stormwater control, habitat and refugia as well as the services provided by forest and may be rehabilitated). Provision of raw materials (timber) also Non Timber Forest Products (NTFP), filter the air and significantly reduce pollutants and carbon monoxide in the air, growing forests produce oxygen, act as water reservoirs - roots of trees act like a sponge for water and retain water in the soil, filter water, retain moisture in the air and the soil, roots hold soil and reduce erosion and Landslides, buffer against global warming by acting as carbon sinks i.e. absorb carbon dioxide (greenhouse gas), provide habitats for animals and plants as forests harbour the highest percentage of terrestrial biodiversity, nutrient cycling - capture and storage of nutrients, aesthetic value, recreation, habitat and refugia. Coastal dune stabilise sand dunes thus preventing wind erosion and dune blow outs. Filter water to improve water quality and reduce bacterial counts, act as sediment traps, control release of water into water systems allowing Page 4 of 4

153 D'Moss category Details of category Characteristics Primary Environmental Services Water Beaches & rock outcrops Canalised rivers Bays & estuaries Artificial water (dams) Natural water bodies Sandy beaches Rocky shores Rock outcrops in other habitat types hydrophytes; 2. The substrate is predominantly undrained hydric soil; 3. The substrate is soil and is saturated with water or covered by shallow water at some time during the growing season. (Includes the associated high water table, rivers and floodplains). Any water body which permanently or seasonally stores water. Sandy beach shores, rock outcrops and rock pools. constant regulated feed of water thus preventing flooding but ensuring systems into which it feeds obtain a regular flow of water, important habitat and refugia for wetland specific fauna and flora. Store water, a valuable resource that needs to be conserved. Also provide habitat and refugia for aquatic and non-aquatic species. Release water into other systems, used to capture stormwater. Habitat for associated species. 5.2 MINIMUM MITIGATION, PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT Criteria for determining positioning of development footprints within a sensitive system:. Identify disturbed areas, which have been invaded by exotic species and weeds. 2. Identify areas where there will be minimal disturbance to indigenous vegetation or other sensitive systems on site. 3. Avoid steep slopes. 4. Avoid creation of isolated open spaces areas within the development i.e. ensure that all open spaces are linked. Plant these corridors with appropriate indigenous vegetation. 5. Maintain or ensure links (corridors) between on site open spaces and surrounding opens space areas and ensure that these are planted with appropriate indigenous vegetation. 6. In forest developments, identify areas where there are significant gaps in the canopy. 7. Maintain appropriate buffer zones around designated open space areas (water bodies etc). 8. Avoid developing directly on a wetland and maintain appropriate buffer zones. 9. Where existing wildlife is present on site, management recommendations should be made in the EIA process including available habitat, wildlife corridors, linkages with other suitable open spaces areas, fencing, minimum space required and minimum available, relocation possibilities (also techniques to be used), 5.3 GRASSLAND Stormwater run off into the grassland must be controlled to avoid flooding of grassland species as increased water input can encourage growth of woody species. Disturbance and development within this area should be kept to a minimum where it cannot be entirely avoided. The grassland should not be mowed or watered nor should it be top soiled or fertilized. Alien plant species should be controlled and eradicated and woody encroachment prevented by carrying out planned, controlled burning regimes. Veld burning should only be done under the supervision of an experienced ecologist and should not be carried out during the winter months. Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 5 of 4

154 Planned rehabilitation can be put into effect where veld has been destroyed. The objective behind any planned grassland rehabilitation should be to restore degraded veld to a productive and stable condition. Restoration of degraded grasslands is a time consuming process that can be accelerated through good management practices. As natural restoration is slow and there is little likelihood of there being a source of propagules within the localised area, it will probably be necessary to add grassland species through seed introduction. Seed introduction can be done using either of the following methods: Drilling, whereby seeds are placed into the soil Broadcasting, which is the scattering of seeds. The latter is less labour intensive but is wasteful, although seeds will probably be less costly than labour. Decreaser grass species should be used for this process i.e. species that dominate in good veld but decrease when veld is mismanaged. Examples of such species would be Themeda triandra and Panicum maximum (See Template Indigenous Grassland ). Burning to control woody species should take place every 2 to 4 years before the early spring rains when the grass is dry and dormant as this will ensure high fire intensity. At the time of burning, air temperature should be between C and relative humidity less than 30% with a wind speed less than 20km/h. A head fire (with the wind) causes the least damage to the grass sward and the greatest amount of damage to woody vegetation. A less intense fire after the first spring rains can be carried out to remove dying grass after woody species have been eradicated. Adequate control measures such as firebreaks and access roads are important to prevent accidental fires causing major damage. Any woody species not destroyed by the fire should be mechanically removed. Woody encroachment can also be controlled through use of chemicals or biological eradication. Two weeding sessions should be carried out by hand one in August and one in February, and these should be done every year for three to four years until the grasses and herbaceous plants are capable of resisting further invasion by woody species. 5.4 WOODED GRASSLAND Control the woody succession (if desired). This can be done by regular and controlled burning (see above). 5.5 DRY VALLEY THICKET / BROADLEAVED WOODLAND Remove alien vegetation as per a specific and approved programme. 5.6 DISTURBED WOODLANDS Remove alien vegetation as per a specific and approved programme. 5.7 FORESTS 5.7. Dune Scrub And Forest The movement of sand in the dune ecosystem needs to be identified and any disturbance that could affect this must be controlled and minimised. Ramps and accesses should be constructed at right angles to prevailing winds so as to prevent blowouts. Pioneer dune vegetation must not be impacted by any activities as these stabilise the dune. Pioneer species are indicted in the Template for KZN Coastal Belt Vegetation and can be used to initially stabilise dunes allowing for the establishment of slower growing species i.e. Eugenia capensis which can be planted on seaward facing dunes and is used in dune reclamation work. Particularly sensitive areas must be identified and protected. Fencing should be put in place to protect pioneers and parking areas should be kept away from the beach zone. Walkways must be strictly controlled as random paths can cause vegetation die back and dune blowouts. Clearing or cutting back vegetation to improve views can cause dune destabilisation if inappropriately done and should only be carried out provided that appropriate measures to stabilise the dunes have been carried out. See section 5.9. on Sandy Beaches for more information on dunes and dune management Coastal Forest Many Coastal forest species are sensitive to too much sea spray, which can cause distress and die back within the forest. Therefore a protective wind deflecting vegetative barrier should be retained. Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 6 of 4

155 Species that are suitable as a protective barrier due to their resistance to salt spray and strong winds are indicated in the Template for Indigenous Forest 4.6.2, some of these are also suitable as coastal dune forest species, hence their suitability as protective barriers against salt spray. Forest floor soils are also sensitive to erosion if dried out and exposed. There is therefore a need for good vegetative cover to maintain soil integrity and a substantial moist decomposing litter layer to retain moisture. Therefore good pioneer species and groundcover species as indicated in the template for KZN Coastal Belt Vegetation , may be used to stabilise these soils while slower growing species are being established. 5.8 WETLANDS The interim guideline for development activities that may affect wetlands must be followed (attached). Recommendations from this guideline have been included below Wetland Identification And Management During Construction. All wetlands within the project area should be identified and delineated at a minimum scale of : This should be covered in the EIA process, during which all the impacts that the proposed development may have in the wetland must be determined and mitigation measures to control these impacts must be provided. The wetland area should be delineated on the ground as well as on the map and contractors should be informed of their responsibilities regarding the wetland i.e. there should be no dumping within the wetland area, no vehicles should be permitted to drive in the wetland, staff should not be permitted to enter the wetland, no materials may be stored within the buffer zone or within the wetland area; any other control measures set out in the EMP Water Quality And Quantity All water entering the wetland must meet the water quality standards required by DWAF (see attached, DWAF currently using stds from old Water Act). The concept of the ecological reserve as per the National Water Act makes legal provision to ensure that water entering the wetland is of an acceptable quantity and quality for maintaining the ecological functioning of wetlands and river systems. Therefore, it must be ensured that the water needs of the wetland are met both during and after development. This however does not permit the uncontrolled release of stormwater into wetland areas, see stormwater management below, as this can be damaging to the wetland Stormwater Management No stormwater outflows should be permitted to enter directly into the wetland. There should be a minimum of 20m of vegetated buffer zone between the stormwater outflow and the outer boundary of the wetland. The template for wetland rehabilitation indicates which plant species would be suitable in such a buffer zone. This will allow flow rate to dissipate before entering the wetland. Other mechanisms for dissipating water energy and spreading and slowing water flow and preventing erosion should also be put in place. This is of particular importance where catchments that feed into the stormwater drain are primarily covered by hardened surfaces. Hardened surfaces must be located a minimum of 5 m outside of the outer boundary of the seasonal / permanent wetland zone, as this will buffer the wetland from high velocity run off. This buffer may be extended in localised areas to minimise the impact of concentrated stormwater run-off into the wetland. A reduction in surface runoff can also be promoted through other mechanisms such as porous pavements Development In And Around The Wetland Where possible, linkages to other natural or open space areas should be attempted through the creation of corridors. Where catchment infiltration is naturally high and the wetland is maintained predominantly by groundwater input, adequate surface for infiltration will have to be maintained. there should be no infilling, excavation, drainage or hardened surfaces (including buildings and asphalt) located in any of the wetland zones (i.e. permanent, seasonal or temporary) and no excavation of any stream passing through the wetland. No roads should be permitted to traverse the wetland, however, if no viable alternative route exists then the road should not be permitted to have more than a minimal affect on the flow of water through Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 7 of 4

156 the wetland (i.e. through the use of a bridge or box culverts rather than pipes). Where development within the wetland is unavoidable, all impacts on the wetland must be mitigated and stringent controls put in place to prevent unnecessary disturbance of the wetland as well as prevent compaction of wetland soils. Any soil disturbance in the wetland must be stabilized and alien plants should be cleared. Where compaction has resulted, remedial measures must be taken (e.g. ripping the affected area). If any roads are to be developed to run alongside the wetland and these roads intercept natural hill slope runoff and direct it into the wetland, then such roads should be set back from the wetland boundary by 5m or with feed off points at least every 00 m. The buffer between the road and the wetland must be sufficient to handle all runoff from the road. In particularly important wetlands, buffer requirements between the wetland and the developed areas / stormwater outflows / roads may need to be more stringent then those discussed above and in and this should be judged on an individual basis Vegetation There should be minimum disturbance of indigenous vegetation. Indigenous vegetation, which needs to be removed, should be replanted in a suitable area or kept in a nursery for replanting at a later stage. The Wetland Rehabilitation Template provides lists of suitable species for wetland planting. Herbaceous plants are always effective at absorbing the energy from fast flowing water as opposed to simply reflecting it. Plugging of channels with trees to create root plugs that allow the river to flood nearby areas is a useful concept in developing and restoring wetland areas. Similarly plugging can also be done using herbaceous vegetation (techniques for developing plugs using woody and herbaceous vegetation are discussed in Section 3 of the Wetland Fix series, a series developed by the Mondi Wetlands project with support from WESSA, WWF, Mazda Wildlife fund and Mondi Relict Wetlands Wetlands that have been largely disturbed and have ceased to function as wetlands should be restored. These can be identified by a specialist study on sediments in the areas and there is usually some visual indication of relict wetland i.e. soft compressible clayey silts Wetland Rehabilitation Rehabilitation should be planned and supervised by an ecologist and each wetland should be judged individually. Rehabilitation is a series of actions taken to promote reinstating a wetland's underlying forces up to a level close to that of the original system. Although a return to the original state is seldom fully attained, the aim is to at least improve the capacity of the wetland for providing environmental services. Primarily, the objective is to achieve a persistent and resilient system that is self-maintaining. On-site erosion gullies or drainage channels are often the main forms of degradation. Rehabilitation can be achieved by proper wetland management (e.g. excluding livestock from sensitive areas), bioengineering (through the establishment of vegetation on erosion problems), structures (e.g. gabions) and accounting for catchment changes. The Wetland Rehabilitation Template provides lists of suitable species for wetland planting. Plugging of channels with trees to create root plugs that allow the river to flood nearby areas is a useful concept in developing and restoring wetland areas. Similarly plugging can also be done using herbaceous vegetation (techniques for developing plugs using woody and herbaceous vegetation are discussed in Section 3 of the Wetland Fix series, a series developed by the Mondi Wetlands project with support from WESSA, WWF, Mazda Wildlife fund and Mondi. 5.9 Water (Canalised rivers, Bays & Estuaries, Artificial water (dams) Natural water bodies) Sensitive vegetation (forests etc) surrounding the water body should be conserved and managed appropriately. It should be remembered that in a natural situation when heavy rainfall occurs, a Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 8 of 4

157 stream would widen to cope with the increase inflow. Thus the excess water is effectively stored until it can be returned to the stream. In order to allow this to occur, a sufficiently wide floodplain needs to be allowed to store overflow with sufficiently porous soil to soak up the water and appropriate vegetation to slow the flow and trap silt. These all act to reduce the effect of flooding. This needs to be taken into account when developing near water bodies Development Around The Water Body Catchment management should form the basis for riparian zone rehabilitation with rehabilitation beginning at the highest possible level within the catchment area and then progressing downstream. Therefore any development should take into account possible impacts on the catchment as a whole and not just localised impacts on the stream i.e. impacts on flow rates and timing for down stream users, increase in hardened surfaces within the catchment area etc. which should all be identified through the EIA process. A buffer area should be maintained for a minimum distance of 0m around water bodies / streams / drainage lines etc. This buffer zone should be demarcated on the ground and shown on all applicable maps and plans. In determining the stream buffer zone, the :00 year flood line should be retained as a minimum ecological corridor / buffer zone i.e. the stream buffer should be expanded to include this if necessary. There should be no cultivation permitted within the buffer zone or on the banks of the watercourse and this area should be planted with suitable indigenous species. Lawn grass, invasive species and weeds should not be permitted in these areas either. Steep slopes outside of stream buffers should be incorporated into the sites open space system or remain undisturbed unless it can be demonstrated that appropriate stormwater and erosion control measures have been out in place. If applicable, no barriers that could impede the movement of fish species within the system or between systems i.e. between an estuary and river or estuary and sea will be permitted unless control measures to ensure that movement is allowed to continue (fish ladders) are put in place. Ongoing monitoring to ensure the effectiveness of these measures will then need to be carried out Management During And After Construction There should be no dumping or stockpiling of material or storage of hazardous materials within the buffer zone or within the :00 year flood line. Ensure that all water entering the water body meets the water quality standards required by DWAF (see attached, DWAF currently using standards from old Water Act). Construction staff should not be permitted to bathe or wash clothing etc in the water body. Stream crossings are to be avoided where possible. If this is not possible, placing of the stream crossing / bridge whether temporary or permanent will need to be approved by the engineer and Environmental consultant and finally approved through the EIA process. The crossing should not block the flow of water or allow sediment build up. Where possible, disturbance of the bed, banks or watercourse should be avoided and if this is unavoidable, application must be made to the Department of water affairs to register this as a water use (NWA). The following water uses in terms of section 2 of the National Water Act, 998 must be registered-- a) taking water from a water resource b) storing water c) impeding or diverting the flow of water in a water course d) engaging in a stream flow reduction activity (afforestation only at this stage) e) engaging in a controlled activity: irrigating with waste or water containing waste generated through any industrial activity or by a water works f) discharging waste or water containing waste into a water resource through a pipe, canal, sewer, sea outfall or other conduit g) disposing of waste in a manner which may detrimentally impact on a water resource h) disposing in any manner of water which contains waste from, or which has been heated in, any industrial or power generation process Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 9 of 4

158 i) altering the bed, banks, course or characteristics of a watercourse j) removing, discharging or disposing of water found underground if it is necessary for the efficient continuation of an activity or for safety of people. In the case of degraded or eroded streams experiencing stream bank failure, appropriate bioengineering and stream stabilisation solutions should be submitted with the EIA for approval. These solutions may require a permit under the National Water Act. Where possible, abstraction from the water resources on site should be avoided. If this is unavoidable, appropriate approval and permits must be obtained under the National Water Act. If applicable, fishing should not be permitted unless a specialist study has shown that this may be carried out under controlled conditions (licensed). On going monitoring will be required to ensure that the practice is sustainable. Fishing equipment used should be regulated and the use of gill nets should be prohibited (unless for study purposes which will then need to be approved by the relevant authorities). The use of explosives is strictly forbidden. Enforced opening of estuary mouths is to be prohibited unless authorised by the relevant authorities and only after the appropriate specialists studies have been carried out. The practice of pumping for sand prawns (Callianassa kraussi) in estuaries and saline water bodies should be prohibited unless a specialist study has shown that this may be carried out under controlled conditions (licensed). On going monitoring will be required to ensure that the practice is sustainable. Hunting of wildlife in these areas will be prohibited unless specialist studies have shown this to be sustainable. This should be monitored on an ongoing basis. Snares and poisoning should not be permitted. Livestock use of the water body should be controlled and access provided at specific points only where minimum disturbance of banks and vegetation can occur and where siltation of water can be kept to a minimum (i.e. avoid muddy areas). This should be monitored Indigenous Vegetation There should be minimum disturbance of indigenous vegetation. Indigenous vegetation, which needs to be removed, should be replanted in a suitable area or kept in a nursery for replanting at a later stage. In already degraded areas, re-vegetation can be an important strategy in plant conservation and protected area management and any area along rivers subject to erosion should be considered for re-vegetation. The success of this strategy can be greatly improved through a thorough knowledge of existing vegetation as well as plant species that should naturally occur in the area. The Indigenous Riverine Vegetation Template provides lists of suitable species for riparian zones, however, the choice between re-vegetation with primarily herbaceous or woody vegetation should be dictated by the dynamics of the river. Herbaceous plants are those seed plants that do not develop woody tissue and die down at the end of the season. These plants should be the first option in areas vulnerable to fire. Woody species (trees etc with woody components) should be considered where natural riverine woodland or swamp forest (Template indigenous forests and template on wetland rehabilitation) have been destroyed. In headwaters with a shallow channel depth a dense near the surface root mat formed by herbaceous plants is more effective in enhancing bank stability than trees that provide a deeper though less dense root cover. A large variety of herbaceous plants that can spread rapidly forming dense root mats are effective against scour and improve stability on gentle shallow banks as they induce sediment build up, raising floors of eroded channels and may even allow the channel profile to widen (Template Riverine vegetation ). Herbaceous plants are effective at absorbing the energy from fast flowing water as opposed to simply reflecting it. Woody vegetation can be effective on steeper banks and will promote deeper narrower channels with stable banks as long as the roots reach down the full height of the banks. If however the toe hold and bank face are not protected from undercutting by the tree roots and other established cover, undercutting and mass block failure can occur. In such situations, the weight of the tree can cause the bank to slump. Dead trees will also lead to bank collapse as roots no longer hold the soil and dead roots simply provide pathways for rapid water seepage. The series developed by the Mondi Wetlands project with support from WESSA, WWF, Mazda Wildlife fund and Mondi known as Wetland fix has a section devoted to selecting appropriate herbaceous cover for different stream types (section Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 0 of 4

159 3 of the series). It should be noted that where narrow channels have been restored with trees, root plugs may form causing flooding in nearby areas which is a concept used in developing and restoring wetland areas. Similarly plugging can also be done using herbaceous vegetation (techniques for developing plugs using woody and herbaceous vegetation are discussed in Section 3 of the Wetland Fix series). If woody vegetation is to be used, tree planting should not be formal or in straight lines but random with approximately 3 metres between trees. The first trees should be planted as close to the stream as possible but not on steep banks. Where bank slumps have occurred, reshaping of banks or building of protective works should precede re-vegetation. The first step in the re-vegetation process should be the removal of alien vegetation. Where the risk of further erosion exists, this should be done in stages with re-planting of indigenous species occurring immediately. Trees should be planted in cubic holes with sides between 400mm and 700mm depending on the soil. Stony low fertile soils require larger / deeper holes and premixes should be added that consist of equal amounts of topsoil, coarse sand and compost. Seedlings should be planted during the wet season to reduce the amount of watering required. One metre stakes should be used to support the seedlings for the first couple of years. Management should also include weeding or clearing of the grass around the planted trees. Care should, however, be taken not to remove all grass as roots allow for penetration of water into the soil. In terms of the various planting zones, plug trees with roots that spread into wet channels forming a root weir that effectively block the channel should be planted closest to the bank if the intention is to plug and flood the river into surrounding areas. Trees with vigourous rooting systems suitable for bank stabilisation can be planted at some distance from the bank edge with pioneer species just behind these as these will grow more quickly and provide shade for other seedlings to grow. Furthest back trees with ornamental, commercial or medicinal value can be grown (See Indigenous Riverine Vegetation Template ) Beaches & Rock Outcrops Entry to beaches should be controlled to avoid disturbance of dunes (see above). A buffer zone between the beach area and parking lots / buildings should be maintained. Pathways must be marked to control foot traffic and restrict it to specific areas to avoid destruction of dune areas. Raised boardwalks may be put in place to protect sensitive vegetation. Vehicular access on the beach is controlled by national legislation and no vehicles may enter the beach zone until permission has been obtained from the provincial department following an EIA application. No construction vehicles may enter the beach zone. No permanent structures should be erected within 50m of the high water mark on any beach area. No permanent structures should be placed on any dunes. Launch site sites should be carefully planned so as to reduce disturbance of vegetation Sandy Beaches And Dunes About 70% of our 3000 km-long coastline is made up of sandy beaches and dunes. These are extremely dynamic systems, constantly reshaped by wind, waves and currents. The sandy beach environment is very harsh and the intertidal zone is subjected to extreme conditions by the changing tides. At low tide, sand may become hot and dry and winds may cause sand blasting. At high tide, waves crashing onto the beach churn up the sand making it a most unstable substratum. Currents, waves and winds shift and sort sand, forming moving beaches and dunes. Where waves are gentle, fine sands are deposited. Owing to the small size of the particles, drainage is poor and sands become stagnant. In areas of heavy surf, beaches consist of coarse sand which is well aerated and dries out easily. Beaches of coarse sand usually have fewer organisms. The sandy beach ecosystems can be divided into three zones: The surf zone, where waves break The beach, which includes the intertidal and backshore zones The dunes, made up of small, recently formed foredunes and large, established backdunes. Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page of 4

160 When sand blown up on the beach by onshore winds is trapped by plants growing near the driftline, it forms mounds which initiate the development of foredunes. Seasonal effects linked to weather conditions are noticeable and during stormy weather, rough seas erode sand away from the beach and foredunes and deposit it as a sandbar offshore. In calm conditions, gentle waves carry the sand back to rebuild the beach. In this way, the beach undergoes seasonal cycles of erosion and accretion. Sandy beaches support a diversity of animals and plants interacting in a complex food web. In the moist sands of the surf zone and intertidal zone and in between dunes where the water table is close to the surface, microscopic diatoms can be found. As primary producers, these together with fungi and bacteria provide food for the protozoans. Meiofauna such as nematodes, copepods and ostracods, can be found in dense concentrations beneath decomposing seaweeds stranded on the shore. These organisms play an important role in sandy beach ecosystems by breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients. A variety of other animal species make use of the intertidal zone including sand mussels, mole crabs, plough snail, the three-spot swimming crab. Birds such as kelp gulls, oystercatchers, plovers and sanderlings. In the backshore zone, stranded animals and plants accumulate along the driftline and provide food for ghost crabs, insects, amphipods and isopods which are in turn consumed by predatory beetles and birds. Oystercatchers, white-fronted plovers and Damara terns nest in this zone and in Kwazulu-Natal leatherback and loggerhead turtles lay their eggs here. Behind the driftline, vegetation traps mobile sand allowing for development of dunes. These areas are characterized by strong winds, high salt loads and rapid sand movement restrict so that only a few hardy 'pioneer' species, mostly grasses and creeping plants such as sea pumpkin, dune gazania and pipe grass can grow here (See Indigenous forest Template and KZN coastal vegetation template). These grow ahead of accumulating sand and stabilize it so that other plant types become more prevalent as the dune matures. Pioneer species eventually give way to shrubs such as waxberry, taaibos, hottentot's fig and blombos, which on older, more stable dunes further inland may be succeeded by scrub-thicket comprising milkwoods, sea guarri and bietou. IN KZN, where rainfall is sufficiently high, climax communities of dune forest may develop on the oldest dunes (Indigenous Forest Template). No development along the littoral active zone, including breakwaters, groynes or buildings, should be permitted as this impedes the natural movement of sediment along the shore, as well as between the dune, beach and surf zone. This could leas to erosion of beaches and result in buildings being inundated with sand. The artificial stabilization of dunes with alien vegetation or the flattening of foredunes for development or mining, completely destroys the reservoir that supplies sand to the beach during natural erosion periods and will ultimately lead to complete loss of the beach zone. The use of Off-road vehicles (ORVs), should be prevented unless demonstrated through an EIA process to have little impact on the areas. However vehicles should never be permitted to move along the dunes. Vehicles on the beach can animals buried in the sand, eggs and young of birds nesting above the driftline and their tracks can impede the movement of small animals, such as turtle hatchlings and ghost crabs. People and livestock should not be permitted to trample dune vegetation which is essential for the trapping of mobile sand. Loss of dune vegetation could ultimately result in dunes gradually moving inland and devaluating adjacent properties. Littering should be strictly prohibited as it is unsightly and can cause painful deaths for animals that may mistake a piece of plastic for food. References Every effort has been made to reference all sources used, however, some of the information gathered was taken from our own reports and sources of information and have not been referenced here. Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 2 of 4

161 ) Environmental Scoping Report (Kzn DAEA EIA Reference No. 3534) On The Proposed Zimbali South Development Located Within The Kwadukuza Local And Ilembe District Municipalities Near The Town Of Ballito On The North Coast Of The Province Of Kwazulu Natal. October Guy Nicholson Consulting CC. 2) Proposed Development Of A Petrol Filling Station Along The M4 Between Umhlanga And Umhloti. Environmental Scoping Report. August Michelle Yates. 3) Illala Ridge Residential Development Scoping Report. EIA June 200. Scott Wilson (SA) (PTY) Ltd. 4) Prestondale North Residential Development:Scoping Report And EMP. EIA 303. May Sivest SA (Pty) Ltd. 5) Scoping Report. Mhlanga Forest Estate Development. EIA Reference No December 999. Scott Wilson (SA) (Pty) Ltd. 6) Scoping Report. M4 Realignment. Zimbali. November 998. Van Riet And Louw. 7) Sibaya Resort And Entertainment World. Draft Environmental Impact Assessment. October 998. Afrisun. 8) Afrisun KZN s Proposed Sibaya Casino Development. Baseline Report On The Terrestrial Fauna, With Special Reference To The Avifauna, Predicted Environmental Impacts And Suggested Mitigatory Measures. October 998. Boon. Wildlife And Environment Society Of South Africa. 9) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Realignment Of The M4 Provincial Main Road To The West Of The Existing And The Proposed Areas Of Zimbali. EIA 859. February Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 0) Environmental Management Plan For The Management Of The Construction Of Zimbali South Development. EIA November Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. ) Environmental Scoping Report For The Proposed Primary School Development At Prestondale North, Umhlanga Rocks. EIA June Gaea Projects. 2) La Lucia Ridge Office Estate Extensions. Scoping Report. November 998. Gibb Africa. 3) Environmental Scoping Report (EIA Ref.730) On The Proposed Development Of The Effingham- Avoca Within The North And South Central Local Council Of The Metropolitan Durban. February 200. Guy Nicholson Consulting. 4) Mt Edgecombe South Residential Development. EIA Draft Scoping Report. Sivest. May ) Mhlanga Forest Estate Environmental Management Plan. 2 nd Draft. EIA Ref:0999. August Sivest. 6) Environmental Management Plan For The La Lucia Ridge Office Estate. November 999. Guy Nicholson Consulting Cc. 7) Environmental Site Planning And Management Report. Zimbali Coastal Forest Estate Proposed Beach Facility Development. October 998. EDP. 8) Jon Wyatt, Mondi Wetlands Project, 997 SECOND EDITION, Wetland Fix series, Parts -6. ( Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 3 of 4

162 9) HAWAAN FOREST ESTATE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT By Geoff Nichols May Date Authorising signature Responsible person signature Proposed review date Procedure revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Bheki Shongwe August Page 4 of 4

163 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ISO 400 PROCEDURE EMERGENCY RESPONSE Registration No. 8/2378/07 CONTENTS date revision no. August 202 Rory Wilkinson Mahomed Alli August Page of 2