INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EXAMINATION (IEE)

REPORT OF

“awan sports industries pvt.ltd

Storage, Handling & Godaam of Various
type of chemical Waste”
 Executive summary

The executive summary presents an overview of the main findings of initial environmental
examination of the project of M/S Awan sports industries pvt. Ltd

The project mainly deals with the storage, handling & godaam of various type of chemical waste.
Waste, by definition, is something that the producer no longer requires and therefore discards. In
many industrial economies, the traditional approach to waste has been to dispose of it as cheaply
as possible, without much concern as to what happens once the waste leaves the producer’s
premises. This attitude is now changing as greater environmental awareness is reflected in more
string waste management legislation and a genuine desire on the part of industry to improve
environmental performance and meet customers’ expectations

The environmental risks associated with poor waste management are well known and
understood. Carelessly disposed of wastes, such as solvents, can leach into the groundwater and
contaminate drinking water supplies. Poorly planned and managed landfills will create
significant neighborhood nuisance, and where land fill gas and leach at are not properly treated
there will be a serious threat to the safety of local residents. Old, closed dump sand land fill are
likely to be contaminated land which may be difficult or dangerous to remediate and redevelop.
Incinerators operated without adequate pollution abatement equipment will release highly toxic
dioxins. Even recycling and composting facilities can be a source of litter and unpleasant to do if
not properly regulated. Waste producers carry their share of responsibility to ensure that such
polluting incidents do not occur.

Good waste management protects the environment and improves profitability – but for those
who are not sufficiently motivated by these incentives, increasingly stringent national and
international legislation is compelling many producers to review their waste procedures

Location:

9 km addha stop, Daska Road Sialkot.

Objectives/outline of the Project:

 Source Reduction and waste minimization

 Proper handling and storage of chemical waste

 Substitute less hazardous chemicals whenever possible.

 When planning experiments or demonstrations, examine all wastes generated and ask if

they could be minimized and how.

 Reduce the scale of processes so that less waste is generated.

 Minimize the volume of waste solutions.

The purpose of this report, environmental and social baseline data and conditions at/ around
the project site has been undertaken. The data has been gathered from different sources of
information including consultation with the project proponent, private visits, fields surveys,
desktop studies, existing information sources, interviews with the people near the project has
been conducted to collect their opinion regarding to the project after findings it has been
concluded that project will not have any adverse impact on the socio economic environment
of the exiting community or environment. As the project is in industrial area so the
functioning of the project would not be the reason of nuisance for the nearby community.
More ever project will have and positive impact in term of employment opportunities, will
create jobs during construction and operational and will contribute to the national economy
by meeting the demands.

Most of the predicted impacts are insignificant and other are of limited nature, so far this
regard necessary mitigation measure and improvement have been suggested and proposed.
Although there will be no exploitation and depletion of nature resources due to this project.

The oversee the Environmental performance of the project through its lifecycle enforcing the
NEQS and environmental monitoring program has been conducted which ensures effective
surveillance of environmental parameters at the various stages of project development and
compliances with the NEQS and legal obligations.
 Environmental Management approach for the project has been presented for the design,
construction phase and to mitigate the adverse impact during design and construction phase,
essential mitigation measures has been recommended and for their sound implementation and
environmental management plans (EMPs) has been frame out.

More over some recommendations have been suggested to the project foe making the
further improvements.

Summary of Impact and mitigation:

Proper Storage site design area

 Protection from climate

 Good ventilation
 Minimum risk of explosion or unplanned released
 Impermeable base material to control leak and spill contamination
 Not subject to flooding
 Away from residential area
 Ideally in industrial area
 Good access to emergency services
 Good drainage system and adsorption material for spill
 Comply with regulations
Type and packaging material:

 Material must be inert and do not react with any chemical

 Must be able to absorb impact
 Some material cannot be use and it will not be used in this facility like steel, aluminum,
plywood, textile, metal.
 Bags, boxes, drums or jerry cans can be used.
 Labeling must be done
 Record keeping and inspection of material should be done

Hazardous/chemical Waste Determination

Workers first classify chemical waste within the area. An authorized representative
transfers the chemical waste directly from the laboratory to the on-site central
accumulation area. Hazardous waste determinations are only made at the on-site central
accumulation area and are completed within four (4) calendar days of arrival in this
area.

If the chemical waste is characterized as a hazardous waste, an authorized representative

labels the container with the words “hazardous waste”. Prior to treatment or disposal, an
authorized representative also labels the shipping container with all applicable
hazardous waste codes. After determination, this characterized hazardous waste is
managed in the same fashion as all other hazardous wastes and according to applicable
hazardous waste regulation.

1) Collect chemical Waste in sturdy leak-proof containers for disposal

Do not use the sinks or surrounding areas for handling, storing, or disposing of
hazardous chemicals.
 Do not dispose of hazardous chemicals via the sink, in the trash with/as
Biological Waste or with/as Radioactive Waste.

Evaporation is not an acceptable waste disposal method. Only insignificant,

residual amounts of liquid associated with labara or containers can be treated in
this way.

Do not mix radioactive materials with chemical waste.

2) Label and seal chemical waste containers at all times.

All chemical waste containers must be properly labeled. Complete and attach an
chemical Waste Label (as seen in Appendix A) for any unlabeled waste containers.
Always enter a start date.
On the waste label, identify lawfully required constituents by chemical name. No
abbreviations, trade names, or chemical formulas!
The label must contain the amount or concentration of constituents.
Chemical hazardous waste, radioactive waste and biological waste have
unique labels.
3) Store waste containers properly.

Caps must be tight. No open funnels or filling aids may be left in containers.

During waste collection, process waste containers (i.e., HPLC, photographic

solutions) must have a cap with tight fitting hole for the fill tube.

Never store flammables with oxidizers or acids with caustics. Labs must

use bins for segregation and secondary containment. Flammable wastes

are best stored in a fire rated cabinet.

 As a last step of a research project quench potassium or pyrophoric potassium
alloys (NaK) in the lab. Let etch and cleaning solutions (i.e., piranha, aqua
regia).cool down to room temperature and provide a vented cap.

Air quality deterioration due different activities, stand by generators, equipment’s and vehicles.

Mitigation:

 Sprinkling of water on proposed tract

 Control of dust emission from soil piles and aggregate storage stockpiles through.
 Keeping the material moist by sprinkling of water at appropriate frequency
 Covering the piles, for example with tarpaulin or thick plastic sheets, to prevent.
 Locating stock piles out of the wind direction.
 Provision of dust masks for the workers.
 Minimum use of the horns by project vehicles.

Depletion of water Resources due to water requirements.

Mitigation:

 Prepare and maintain water consumption records.

 Water wells will be designed to abstract water preferably from deep aquifer not
been used by the local community.
 Initiate the water conservation program.
 Maintenance and repair water supply lines.

Soil contamination due to vehicles, equipment’s use and fuel storage for machine or generators
at site

Mitigation:

 Stored fuels, lubricants and chemicals in covered bounded areas, underlain with
impervious lining.
  Maintenance of vehicles and equipment’s to be carried out at the designated area.
 Availability of shovels, plastic bags and absorbents material near fuel and oil
storage areas.

Waste water generation.

Mitigation:

 Waste water generated will be store in septic systems comprising of septic tanks
from where it will be routed to a nearest sewage system.
 Waste segregation measure would be employed to minimize entry of solid waste
into the waste water stream
 There is no dying and bleaching activities in the unit, so chance of contaminated
water is minimum.

Solid waste generation

Mitigation:

 Separate bins to be placed for the different type of waste-plastic, paper metal,
glass, wood and etc.
 Recyclable waste material to be separated at the source. The recyclable at the
source. The recyclable waste will be sold to waste contractors for recycling.
 Non-hazardous, non-recyclable wastes

Socio-economic environmental impact like health safety and security, acquisition of land for the
project facilities.

Mitigation:

 Create suitable employment opportunities for the local residents.

 Priority in employment to local resident living close to the project location.
 Basic health facilities will be provided to employees.
 Security will be provided by the project owner
Power requirement:

Power requirement is fulfill by (275KW) by WAPDA whereas a diesel fired standby

generator is also available in emergency requirements as a backup source.

Proposed monitoring:

The EMP is prepared to ensure that the activities are undertaken in a responsible non-
detrimental manner with the objectives of:(i) providing apro-active, feasible and practical
working too ltoen ablethemeasurementandmonitoringofenvironmentalperformanceonsite;
(ii)guidingandcontrollingtheimplementationoffindingsandrecommendationsofthe
environmental assessment (iii) detailing specifications deemed necessary to assistin
mitigating the environmental impact(iv) ensuring that safety recommendations.
 Fig: Storage, handling and disposing off chemical waste flow chart

Conclusion:

After a through initial examination of all intended activities and environmental setting it
has been concluded that the said project shell no exert any major impact on local
environment. The residual impact of the activity are preventable provided all activities
are carefully planned and the mitigation discussed herein are adequate considered during
the planning and execution phase of the project. So it is requested for the environmental
approval for the said project.
 Introduction

This Section of the report provides an overview of the rational of the Project, objective of
project, requirement of the project, purpose of the report and approach adopted to conduct
the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE).

The project mainly deals with the storage, handling & godaam of various type of chemical waste.
Waste, by definition, is something that the producer no longer requires and therefore discards. In
many industrial economies, the traditional approach to waste has been to dispose of it as cheaply
as possible, without much concern as to what happens once the waste leaves the producer’s
premises. This attitude is now changing as greater environmental awareness is reflected in more
stringe waste management legislation and a genuine desire on the part of industry to improve
environmental performance and meet customers’ expectations

The environmental risks associated with poor waste management are well known and
understood. Carelessly disposed of wastes, such as solvents, can leach into the groundwater and
contaminate drinking water supplies. Poorly planned and managed land fills will create a
significant neighborhood nuisance, and where landfill
gasandleachatearenotproperlytreatedtherewillbeaseriousthreattothesafetyof local residents. Old,
closed dumps and land fills are likely to be contaminated land which may be difficult or
dangerous to remediate and redevelop. Incinerators operated without adequate pollution
abatement equipment will release highly toxic dioxins. Even recycling and composting facilities
can be a source of litter and unpleasant to regulate. Waste producers carry their share of
responsibility to ensure that such polluting incidents do not occur.

Under no circumstances should hazardous wastes be discharged into the environment in an effort
to “save money,” as a matter of “convenience,” or due to carelessness in planning, preparation,
operations or design
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report

Specially controlled wastes are wastes that are explosive, toxic, infectious, or otherwise hazardous
so that they can cause damage to people’s health or living environment. These wastes are to be
disposed of in accordance with special disposal standards, control standards, etc. Specially
controlled wastes are classified into two kinds those are chemical and general wastes.

Chemical waste management facilities” includes “intermediate treatment facility” and “final
disposal facility” prescribed in the enforcement order that may impact on the living environment.
On the above facilities, any party, that may be the central or a local government, is requested to
obtain the construction permit.

An institutional exception is introduced where a party operating recovery business is able to

operate without the permit provided that he has the concerned approval of the Minister of the
Environment.

Purpose of the Report:

The purpose of Report is to conduct Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) of proposed

project. The IEE is conducted under the Legal framework of Pakistan Environmental
Protection Act, 1997 and Review of IEE/EIA Regulations, 2000 to seek the Environmental
Approval. In compliance with the applicable Environmental Regulations, proponent
decided to get the NOC of the project, through consultants. In order to fulfill the legal
requirement of Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act 2012, Section 12; for
obtaining No Objection Certificate from Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
Government of Punjab, Lahore, this Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report is
being submitted to the said agency. The IEE Report, as desired by EPA, has been prepared
according to the prescribed by the “Guidelines for the preparation of Environmental
Reports, 1997” and “Review of IEE/EIA Regulations, 2000.”

The other relevant regulations and guidelines considered while preparing this IEE report
includes:

 Policy and procedures for filing, review and approval of the environmental
assessments.
  Guidelines for the preparation and review of environmental reports.
 Guidelines for public participants
 Guidelines for sensitive and critical areas.
 Detailed sector guidelines.

This IEE identifies, describes and evaluates the potential environmental impacts that could
result from the implementation of the project, and include possible cumulative impacts
from all the activities. It also identifies required environmental permits relevant to the
project. As appropriate, the affected environment and environmental consequences of the
project may be described in terms of regional overview or site-specific descriptions. The
Report also identifies measures to prevent or minimize environmental impacts. The report
highlights existing environmental, social, physical and other aspects of the area. It also
provides necessary measures to be taken to mitigate any environmental impact. The
monitoring plan is also described in the report.
The IEE Report describes environmental, socio- economic, physical, and environmental,
land use, crops, forestry, water bodies, bio diversity and other relevant aspects associated
with this project. It also describes mitigation measures to be adopted.
The IEE Report also provides information as desired under the format used to help decision
makers, EPA Punjab in the present case, before issuing the desired NOC.

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Size or magnitude of the project:

The project mainly deals with the storage, handling & godaam of various type of chemical waste
under the name of M/S Awan sports industries pvt. Ltd.

There are no other associated activities regarding to the project.

Need of IEE/EIA Study:

According to the section 12 of the Punjab Environmental Protection Act 2012, no
proponent of a project shall commence construction or operation unless he has filed
with the Federal Agency an initial environmental examination or where the project is
likely to cause an adverse environmental effect, an environmental impact assessment,
and has obtained from the Federal Agency approval.
Subject to the provision of this Act, Proponent Jarrar Hussain Awan must get a NOC for
construction of proposed project. under section 12 of PEPA-2012 from Provincial Agency
in order to start construction, for which an Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report
is mandatory for getting Environmental Approval as this project comes under the Schedule
I (list of projects requiring IEE), Category.

The Director General, EPA Punjab is the authority to issue the requisite Environmental
Approval after proper review of the project. The IEE report has been prepared under the
format of guidelines issued by EPA.
The applicable laws for the environmental study of the project are briefly given below:

 Punjab Environment Protection Act, 2012

 National Environmental Policy, 2005
 Review of IEE and EIA Regulations, 2000
 Guidelines for Preparation and Review of Environmental Reports, 1997.
 Solid Waste Management Rules 2005
 National Environmental Quality Standards 2000
 Punjab Land Use Rules 2009
Objectives of Initial Environmental Examination
The objectives of IEE are as follows:
 To access and establish the existing environmental condition of the area.
 To implement and execute environmental safeguards.
 To propose mitigation and monitoring measures that can be incorporated into the
operation of the project to remove or reduce any damaging effects as far as
possible.
 To prepare an IEE Report as per the relevant guidelines for submittal to the
concerned EPA.

Extent of IEE Study

Following factors have been taken in the account to assess the Environmental Impacts of
the proposed project:

 Environmental impacts due to land use, location, waste generation, utility services
consumption and emergency spillage etc.
 Environmental impacts of physical resources i.e. soil, topography, geology, climate,
air quality etc. ecological resources i.e. flora and fauna as well as health and safety
of workers.

Scope of the Study

Scoping identifies the key issues of concern at an early stage of planning process to assess
range of impacts and need for IEE. Scoping is a process of interaction. Scoping identifies
boundaries of the IEE study, important issues of concern, and the necessary information for
decision making, significant effects and factors to be considered. It identifies concerns,
evaluates them, organizes and presents them to assist analysis and decision making. For
achieving the above objective, the study is mainly divided into the following sub tasks.
 Identification of the various legal/statutory requirements as set forth by the Punjab
Environmental Protection Act, 2012 and the guidelines for preparation of IEE
Reports and Review of existing regulatory framework in the country with reference
to the development projects
  Collection of data related to physical, ecological and socio-economic resources of
the project area
 Review the available data, drawings and report to ascertain their adequacy and need
for collection of additional data
 Identification and evaluation of salient environmental impacts
 Identification of necessary mitigation measures to minimize the adverse impacts.
 Preparation of Environmental Management Plan (EMP)
 Review of applicable existing environmental Legislation and National
Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS)

1.10 Study Methodology

This study has been completed using a common template for project, through a qualified
team. Key steps followed while conducting the study were screening, scoping, data
collection and compilation, environmental screening and impact assessment,
documentation and consultation. Screening process comprised compilation and review of
information on the project. Most of this information was obtained from the proponents and
added to data on relevant legislation, regulations, guidelines and standards. Documentation
was the last step of the study, which comprised collation of data and preparation of this
report along with requisite appendices in proof of the study and its findings.

Inception Procedures

In order to complete the study within the time span desired by the proponents, a team was
assembled to carry out the study and specific assignments were entrusted to each member
of the team, each of whom were armed with the resources, tasks, instructions and checklists
to carry out nominated tasks.

Document Resources

The purpose of discussions with the proponents was to collect documentation and
background information on the project. The reliability of a study depends on authenticity
and depth of baseline information to assess possible impacts on existing environment.
Public Consultation

The object of identification of stakeholders and affected persons was basically to pave the
ground for public consultation in order to enlist the views of all concerned with, or about
the project.

Socio-Economic Baseline Survey

A socio-economic survey was carried out to gather data about demographic characteristics
of the project area, education and literacy, nature of businesses expenditure patterns, value
of assets and possible impact of the project under review on all such parameters.

Assessment of Environmental and Social Impacts

While assessing environmental and social impacts of the project, the factors considered
included, firstly, the nature, magnitude or degree of the impact; secondly, the extent of
impact on development works; thirdly, time, duration and frequency of the impact;
fourthly, probability of occurrence of the impact and finally, importance or the sensitivity
of impact.
Screening of potential Environmental Impacts and mitigation Measures
After a thorough review of the field notes, data collected extent of the operational project
activities and detailed discussion with design team, the potential impact of the project were
assessed and safety measures were proposed to mitigate the negative impacts and to
enhanced the positive impacts. The potential impacts and mitigation measures were
assessed covering the following parameters:
 Environmental problems due to project location
 Environmental problems related with design
 Environmental problems associated with the construction
POLICY, LEGAL & ADMINISTRATIVE
FRAMEWWORK
 POLICY, LEGAL & ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWWORK
2.1 General

This chapter describes the current legal responsibilities of the proponent in context of
environmental and sustainable development, and the institutions that exist in the country
that may influence the environmental management of the project.

This section deals with the current policy as well as legal and administrative framework
related to carrying out of Initial Environment Examination (IEE) of the project. An
efficient and effective organization structure is essential for successful implementation of
the mitigation measures identified for the project. Like other projects, the project, before
its implementation, is required to go through an Environmental Assessment, in accordance
with the provisions of the Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act, 2012.

2.2 Existing Regulation and Framework

This IEE study has been carried out in the light of the policy guidelines of the preparation
of IEE/EIA Reports under the procedure and practices formulated by the Provincial
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

2.3 Relevant Legal / Institutional Framework

The applicable laws for the environmental study of the project are briefly given below. The
proponent of the project will abide by the applicable laws and regulations.

2.3.1 National Conservation Strategy, 1992

On March 1, 1992, the Cabinet of Pakistan approved the National Conservation Strategy. It
describes the stark reality of the country’s deteriorating resource base and its implications
for what is still largely a natural resource-based economy. It sets forth the beginnings of a
plan to integrate environmental concerns into virtually every aspect of Pakistani economic
life.
The strategy has three overriding objectives: conservation of natural resources, sustainable
development, and improved efficiency in the use and management of resources.

2.3.2 PEPO, 1983 and PEPA, 1997 (Amended 2012)

In 1983, the Government of Pakistan issued an Environmental Protection Ordinance
(EPO), which was replaced by the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA) 1997,
through an Act of Parliament. Now the PEPA 1997 has been replaced by Punjab
Environmental Protection Act 1997 (Amended 2012) on 18th April, 2012.
Under Sec. 8 of Environment Protection Ordinance (EPO) 1983, it was necessary to carry
out IEE / IEE for all development projects, but there were no IEE / IEE regulations under
that ordinance.

Under section 12 of the Punjab Environmental Protection Act, 1997 (Amended 2012) it is
mandatory to take an Environmental Approval Environmental Protection Agency for
commencement of any construction of project.

2.3.3 National Environmental Policy 2005

Government of Pakistan (GOP) has notified National Environmental Policy 2005, for
different projects / aspects in which guidelines/priorities have been given to undertake /
commence the projects having significant environmental impacts.

2.3.4 Review of IEE and IEE Regulations, 2000

The GOP has issued Review of Initial Environmental Examination and Environmental
Impact Assessment Regulations 2000, to review the Initial Environmental Examination
(IEE) / Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Reports.

2.3.5 Guidelines for the Preparation and Review of Environmental Reports, 1997
The GOP has also framed guidelines for the preparation and review of IEE/EIA of projects
in various developmental sectors.

2.3.6 National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS)

According to PEPA, 1997 (Amended 2012), National Environmental Quality Standards
(NEQS) were established for municipal and chemical effluents and air emissions. The
latest revision of NEQS carried out in year 2001
2.3.7 Guidelines for Sensitive and Critical Areas
GOP has issued Guidelines for Sensitive and Critical Areas in October, 1997. The
objective of the guideline is to provide guidance to project proponents and other
stakeholders in the environmental assessment process, so that the proposed projects are
planned and sited in way that protects the values of sensitive and critical areas.

2.3.8 Policy and procedures for the Filing, Review and Approval of Environmental
Assessments, November-1997
Environmental Assessment is the Primary means of managing the approval of new
development proposals in Pakistan. Environmental Assessment allows for the systematic
examination of proposals, clear procedures which provide for the interests of relevant
Government Departments and other stakeholders to carefully consider.

2.3.9 Guidelines for Public Consultation, Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency

October, 1997
This guideline is part of a package of regulations and guidelines which include:
 Punjab Environmental Protection Act, 1997 (Amended 2012)
 Policy and Procedures for filing, review and approval of environmental
assessments
 Guidelines for the preparation and review of Environmental Reports
 Guidelines for sensitive and critical areas
 National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS)
 Detailed sectoral guidelines

2.3.10 Punjab Wildlife Protection Act, 1974

This act was framed in 1974 by the Province Punjab and is about of protection and
conservation of Wildlife.

2.3.11 Forest Act, 1927

This act was framed in 1927. The Forest Act, 1927 is still the basic charter for the forest
departments in Pakistan. This law empowers provincial governments to manage forest
areas.
2.3.12 Explosive Act, 1884
This act deals with explosives in prohibiting either absolutely of subject to conditions, the
manufacture, possession or importation of any explosive which is so dangerous in
character that, in the opinion of the appropriate Government, it is expedient for public
safety to issue the notification.

2.3.13 Punjab Local Government Ordinance, 2001

Schedules 4 and 8 of this Ordinance pertain to environmental pollution. Under the
Ordinance, the local councils are authorized to restrict projects causing pollution to air,
water or land. They may also initiate schemes for improving the environment.

2.3.14 Pakistan Penal Code, 1860

This defines the penalties for violations concerning pollution of air, water bodies and land.
Sections 268 to 291 are about offences affecting public health. The offences relating to
public health safety and environment are as under;
 Sec 268: Public Nuisance
 Sec 269: Negligent act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life:
 Sec 270: Malignant act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life:
 Sec 278: Making atmosphere noxious to health:
 Sec 284: Negligent conduct with respect to poisonous substance:
 Sec. 290. Punishment for public nuisance in cases not otherwise provided for:
 Sec. 291. Continuance of nuisance after injunction to discontinue

2.3.15 Punjab Land Use Rules 2009

In January 2009 the Punjab Government notified “Punjab Land Use Rules 2009” for the
clarification of Lahore Master Plan. In these rules permissible land use according to area
type is defined.

2.3.16 Antiquities Act 1975

The law relates to protection of Antiquities / monuments / National / International heritage.
The compliance of this Act is mandatory for the Installation of Generators. Under section
22 of the Act no development plan or scheme or new construction can be done within
distance of 200ft from the boundary of the monuments/ National Heritage. There is no
Historical Site / Monuments in the proximity of the project.

2.3.17 Solid Waste Management Rules 2005

The Solid Waste Management Department, CDGL has notified these rules for proper waste
management.

2.3.18 Labor Laws

The labor laws apply on child labor and measuring instruments.

2.3.19 Safety & Civil Defense Laws

The civil defense laws provide details about safety, fire protection and civil defense.

2.3.20 Guidelines for Critical and Sensitive Area

These guidelines have been prepared under section 12 of PEPA-97 (Amended 2012) for
protection and safety of critical and sensitive localities
 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

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 4 CHAPTER 3: DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

This chapter provides baseline data (physical, biological and socio-economic parameters) related
to the project and study area. The information has been compiled by using primary and
secondary data resources. This chapter also refers to the theoretical analysis of the methodology
adopted for collection of baseline data. The underlying principles and practices adopted in this
regard are also discussed.

Methodology

The methodology employed to collect the baseline data and information regarding the social
structure and various related parameters as discussed in sub-sections below:

Data Collection

The primary data was collected by visiting the project area and its communities in its nearby
vicinity. The secondary data regarding physical parameters (topography, geology, seismology,
and climate) was obtained by visiting relevant various government departments and their official
websites. The biological parameters such as flora and fauna were studied by preparing a floristic
list based on visual observation and fauna was studied by using opportunities approach. The
species were recorded with reference to their existence in the project area. Information on wildlife
fauna species (mammals, amphibians, reptiles, birds, etc.) in the assessment area was compiled
based on opportunistic observation, gathering the existing information and consultation with local
experts, community members and government and Non-Government Organizations (NGOs). The
socioeconomic aspects were studied and analyzed by studying detailed village profile and by
conducting household surveys.

Social Survey
The purpose of social survey was to record the present condition of the people living in the project
area and to assess the expected project impacts on their life, subsistence systems and socio-
cultural conditions. Prior to conducting the field surveys, the following steps were taken:

• Clear boundaries of the project area were identified

 • Decided the sampling procedure in order to draw a representative sample size of the
target population and households

• Developed the tools for data collection i.e. questionnaires to access the socio-
economic status of the area

Sampling Design

Social baseline data of the persons residing in the study area has been estimated and collected
through random sampling by using pre-developed questionnaires.

Questionnaires

In order to test the validity and reliability of the proposed questionnaires, they were reviewed to
assess whether questions needed to be clarified, changed or re-sequenced and then a final
editing of questionnaires was conducted prior to their application in the project area. The sample
of socio-economic questionnaires used is attached as Annex-V and Environmental Checklist is
attached at Annex-VI of this EIA Report.

Data Editing and Analysis

The filled questionnaires and recorded information were compiled by the same field investigators
who were involved in the data collection. This was done immediately after completing the field
investigations. Data sets were processed. Analysis of the data and preparation of conclusions in
the minimum possible time was done using statistical techniques of data analysis.

Review of Legal and Administrative Framework

The objective of reviewing legal and administrative framework is to obtain information on all
legislation pertaining project development. The Socio-Environment Team of IES Company (Pvt)
Ltd. reviewed the environmental policies, national, international and provincial laws and
guidelines relevant to the development of project which helped in systematic identification of
impacts.

Baseline Conditions

Baseline conditions refer to the existing physical, environmental and socio-economic status of the
project area. On the basis of baseline information, the project interventions are assessed and
mitigation measures are proposed. The baseline information also helps to indicate the specific
issues to be monitored during construction and operational phases. The baseline data (physical,
biological and socio-economic parameters) related to the project area is described below.
Information provided is based on primary and secondary data collected by site visits, desk studies
and consultation with locals respectively. This section gives the overview of the topology,
geology, seismology and meteorological conditions of whole city whereas, it gives detailed
information about the surface water, ground water and air quality of the project area. The detail of
each parameter is discussed in sub-sections below:

The physical environment consists of existing land form and land use at the project site including
geology, pedology, hydrology, meteorology and climatology. The pre-project condition (i.e.
baseline) of these components of the physical environment is described in detail. To identify the
potential impacts on the physical, biological and socio-economic environment that is likely to arise
from the project activities.

Physical Conditions:

Geography and Geology

Sialkot lies 31°42'51.16"N latitude and 73°59'3.49"E longitude. The city is well connected with its
surrounding big urban centers like Gujrat (25 km) Gujranwala (54 km) and Narowal. Sialkot is
also a railway junction. District Sialkot is spread over an area of 3,241km2 and comprises 5 tehsil
such as; Sialkot, Daska and Sambrial

The area is a part of Rachna Doab, and consists of some recent sediment brought by spill
channel from River Chenab. There are some old channel levee remnants and old basins filled up
with clay materials. It is probably of late Pleistocene Age derived from mixed calcareous,
sedimentary and metamorphic rocks of the lower Himalayas.

Topography
Topography of Sialkot City is flat. The area is a part of Rachna Doab and consists of sub-recent
sediments brought by spill channel from the River Chanab. There are some old channel levees
remnants and old basins filled up with clay materials. The material is probably of Late Pleistocene
Age derived from mixed calcareous sedimentary and metamorphic rocks of Lower Himalayas.
The area of the Sialkot District is comprised of the fluvial deposits of River Chanab.

Figure 1: Topography of the Project Area

The topography of the project area is flat and surrounded by fertile agricultural land. Its 0.5km
away from Sialkot Toll Plaza and its well connected to the other cities.
3.3.3 Climate

The District Sialkot has extreme climate conditions and summer season starts from April and
continues till October. During the summer season, temperature ranges from 30°C to 48 oC. The
winter season starts from November and continues till March. December and January are the
coldest months with a mean minimum temperature of about 3-5oC. The dust storms occur
occasionally during the hot season, June, July and August.

Figure 2: Annual Mean Temperature

Rainy weather alternates with oppressive weather. The rainfall is 500 mm per annum. In the
recent year, the maximum average precipitation occurred in September and it was around 50-
100mm.
Figure 3: Average Annual Precipitation

The average daily wind speed was highest in July which was 38 km/h. In recent years, the
maximum sustained wind speed has reached 38 km/h.1The diagram shows how many days within
one month can be expected to reach certain wind speeds. Monsoons create steady strong winds
on the Tibetan Plateau from December to April, but calm winds from June to October.

The wind speed directly affects the dispersion and transport of plume. So, the greater is the wind
speed, the greater will be the dispersion and the distance at which plume strikes the ground and
the lesser will be the pollution concentration.
Figure 4: Average Wind Speed

Seismicity

According to Seismic Zoning of Pakistan, the project area lies in Zone 2A and represents minor to
moderate damage due to earthquakes.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report

Figure 5: Seismic Zoning of Pakistan

Ecological Environment

District Sialkot is not rich with biological and ecological resources. However, the flora and
fauna of the District includes; shrubs, herbs, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and
insects are found. They are discussed in detail below:

Aquatic Flora and Fauna

There is canal present in the study area which is being used for the irrigation purpose is
Upper Chaneb Canal. No aquatic life is reported in Upper Chaneb Canal that can be at the
verge of damage and disturbance. Moreover, no aquatic ecosystem (i.e., steam, river or
pond) observed within or around the study area, which omits the possibility of any kind of
aquatic species that may be harmed due to the establishment of metal refinery unit.

Flora

The project is located in sparsely populated rural area which has a variety of the trees. For
the construction of this project few trees of different species will be removed. The dominant
tree species on project area include; Eucalyptus, Neem, and Kikar. The nomenclature
including common, English, local and botanical names of the flora found in the study area
are presented in Table 12:

Table 1: Inventory of the Trees Present in Sialkot District

S# Common Name Scientific Name

1 Neem Azadirachtaindica
2 Kikar Vachellianilotica
3 Safeda Eucalyptus globulus

b. Fauna

For study of fauna in the project area, field guides and books were consulted. On the other
hand field observations were conducted along with the interviews of local community
members about the fauna of the area. The equipment used in field included cameras,
binoculars and GPS device (wherever required). It is important to note that there is a number
of factors which can change the findings of such survey. It may be pointed out that the
pattern of seasonal migration of small birds varies depending upon each specie. The
proposed site has no fresh water aquatic body except upper Channeb Canal (3.7km) having
no life, hence there is no freshwater aquatic life in the study area. During the construction
activity in project area, no important biological feature will be damaged or disturbed.
The fauna commonly found in District Sialkot includes; Hares, Falcon, Eagle, Quail, Starling,
Jungle Pigeon, Russian Sparrow, Doves, King Fisher, Parrot, Crow and Local Sparrow.

Commonly found mammals in the area include; dogs, cats, horses, house-rats, squirrels,
porcupines and bats. However, Small Indian Mongoose and Indian Palm Squirrel are also
found in the District Sialkot.

Table 2: Mammals in the Study Area

S# Common Name Scientific Name

1 Rat Rattus
2 Bat Chiroptera
3 Small Indian Mongoose Herpestesjavanicus
4 Indian Palm Squirrel Funambuluspalmarum
5 Porcupines Erethizondorsatum
6 Squirrels Sciuridae

The commonly found birds species include; House Sparrow, Crow and some of them are
mentioned below with scientific names:

Table 3: Birds in the Study Area

S# Common Name Scientific Name

1 House Sparrow Passer domesticus
2 House Crow Corvus splenders
3 Pigeon Columbidae
4 Bulbul Pycnonotidae
5 Teetar Francolinusfrancolinus
6 Parrot Psittaci forms
7 Titodi Vanellusindicus

In District Sialkot reptiles such as Snakes (Cobra and Kraits), Spiny Tailed Lizard and
Fringed Toed Lizard are common in the tract, but cases of snake bites are very rare, as
these reptiles have been either killed by expanding urbanization or they have moved away.

Table 4: Reptiles in the Study Area

 S# Common Name Scientific Name
1 Snake Serpentes
2 Spiny Tailed Lizard Uromastix hardwickii
3 Fingered Toed Lizard Acanthodactyluscantoris
4 Earthworm Lumbricina

The amphibians commonly seen around the project area, especially during the rainy season
includes;

Table 5: Amphibians in the Study Area

S# Common Name Scientific Name

1 Common Frog Rana temporaria
2 Indus Valley Toad Bufostomaticus

A large number of insects are present due to open fields in the project site. Few of these
insects are known to cause diseases in local population. Following is a list of commonly
observed insects at the site:

Table 6: Insects in Study Area

S# Common Name Scientific Name

1 Black Ants Paratracheaiognicornis
2 Dragon Fly Dragon Fly
3 House Flies Musca domestica
4 Butter Flies Parnassiusbalucha
5 Honey Bees Apismellifera
6 Wasps Anagyruspseudococci
7 Grasshopper Melanoplusdifferentialis
8 Mosquito Anophlese sp.

No endangered species are found at the site. The area has not been identified as
ecologically sensitive area by wildlife department.

Environmental Monitoring Through Laboratory

Laboratory analysis for environmental monitoring establishment Finery Metal Industry

is done in order to check the baseline conditions and pollution load. In this
connection M/s Ectech(Pvt) Limited, an EPA certified laboratory, was engaged to
carry out environmental monitoring of wind speed, air quality, drinking water quality,
noise level and particulate matter concentration in the project area.
 Detail laboratory report of ambient air quality, ambient noise and surface water
analysis results is annexed at Annex-VII of this EIA Report and the detail information
related to the testing is given below:

Sampling Sites

Following localities were identified to collect samples of water, noise and air for testing
according to the testing guidelines of Punjab-EPA. It also defines number of samples as well
as the number of sites from where samples were collected.

Table 7:Sampling Sites Details

Sr# Particulars Details

1 Number of Samples Three (03)
2 Kind of Monitoring Ambient Noise, Ambient Air and Ground
Water
3 Sampling Sites One (01)

Ambient Air Quality

The primary source of air pollution at the project sites is the vehicular emissions, industries
and the key pollutants likely to be found at project proposed locations are Carbon Monoxide
(CO), Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx), Sulphur Dioxide (SO x), and Particulate Matter (PM). In
order to determine the air quality of the area, Laboratory had the requisite air sampling
device and expertise for collection of samples.Ambient air quality of the project area was
monitored within the project area and results of the monitoring are given below:

Table 8: Ambient Air Quality

Sr# Source CO SO2 NO NO2 PM10

Units ppm Ug/m3 Ug/m3 Ug/m3 Ug/m3

PEQS 9 120 80 80 150
1 Project Area 0 1.0 4.1 0.5 46

4 Noise

Noise level of the project area was monitored at project site using digital sound meter and
results of the same are given below:

Table 9: Noise Level Monitoring

 Sr# Source Units PEQS Conc.

1 Project Site db (A) 75 51

Water Resource
The main source of the water consumption is the ground water which is being pumped from
200-250ft and its being used in the study area for domestic purposes. To check the quality of
the water in the area, ground water was collected and analyzed. The ground water was
collected from bore hole adjacent to the project area. The detail of the water quality of the
project area is given below:

Table 10: Water Quality Results

Sr# Parameters Units Concentrations WHO Standards

1 pH value ---- 7.69 6.5-8.5
2 TDS mg/l 337 <1000
3 Turbidity NTU 0.277 <5NTU
4 Chloride mg/l 30.6 Max 250
5 Alkalinity mg/l 271 ---
6 Color --- Complies Non Objectionable
7 Odor --- Complies Non Objectionable
8 Taste --- Complies Non Objectionable

The results of the groundwater analysis showed that all the parameters were within the limits
as prescribed in WHO guidelines.

Socio-Economic Environment

This section provides collective information about the existing socio-economic and
environmental condition of the project area within the AOI. The different types of socio-
economic aspects were covered such as demographic profile, occupation, education and
health facilities. This data helped in identifying major interventions for the development of
Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP). The study also helped to assess
the positive or adverse impacts on local community. The major occupation of the people in
the study area is agriculture and the detail of crops, being sown in this specific area is given
below:
Cultivated Crops

The main crops that are being cultivated in the study area includes; Rice, Wheat,
Sugarcane, Onion, Tomato and Potatoes as well as fodder crops. The area is famous for
best Basmati rice production in the world.

Livestock

People in the study area have common livestock which include; Cows, Buffalos, Sheep,
Goats and Hens. However, there is no proper cattle or poultry farm observed within the
study area.

Socio-Economic Profile of Study Area

This topic provides an overview of the baseline information relating to the socio-economic
environment of the project area and the AOI. The socio-economic study gives information
about the demographic profile, occupation, education and health facilities in the project area.

Demographic Information of Study Area

The establishment scrap melting unit will be located in the sparsely populated area at Sialkot
Processing Zone, District Sialkot. The demographic features include the information on
population, family system and size, occupation, income and other social amnities available,
etc.

The project site is 0.85 km away from residential community and its connected to the other
parts of the country through N60 and the local road network. During the survey of project
area, socio-environmental team of IES(Pvt) Ltd. visited near by residential area which is in
the closest to the project site.

The HariyaTibbi Village is at approximately 0.85 km distance away from the project site. The
total population, of village is approximately 4520 having ratio of 44% males and 56%
females.

Social and Public Amenities Available

The social and public amenities present in the area are given below:

a. Physical structures

There is no population living in the project area but the study area is semi populated. The
land use on the project site is industrial cum agricultural. The people in this area are
deprived of basic facilities like health, proper sewerage and sanitation facility, medical
facilities, provision of safe drinking water, etc.
b. Religious Structure

There a mosque located at 0.9km from the project area. There is no shrine, structure or any
other religious infrastructure present in the proposed project site that could be damaged and
dislocated due to the proposed project establishment.

c. Protected Structures

There is no protected site, structure or any other social infrastructure present in the
proposed project site.

d. Cultural Heritage and Community Structure

As stated earlier that the project area has no population and physical structure that may be
damaged due to the establishment scrap melting unit. IESteam also visited the study area
but did not find any cultural heritage and community structure within the study area that
could be impacted due to the proposed project.

Quality of Life Values

Socio-Economic Questionnaire and Environmental Checklist were used as survey tools by

the IES survey team to collect desired information. Graphical representation of results of
Socio-Economic Survey is given below:

Occupation of Respondents

Majority of the respondents (20%) belongs to the labor class, 33% have their own business,
13% daily wagers, 13% attached with agriculture, 7% shopkeepers and remaining 7% are
private employees. During survey, efforts were made to interact with people representing all
walks of life. The detailed graphic representation of occupational status is given below:
 Occupation

Business
7%
Govt. Employee
20% 33% Agriculture
Private Employee
Others
13%
7% Daily Wages

7% Labor Class
13%
0% Shopkeeper

Figure 6: Occupation of Respondents

Personal Income

Based on the sample survey results, as the figure shows that nobody was earning less than
20,000 rupees, 69% of respondents fall within the income range of 20,000 – 25,000, 23%
respondents earn 30,001 – 40,000 while only 8% of the respondents earn within the range of
40,001 – 45,000.

Personal Income
Rs. 15000-20000 Rs. 20,001 - 25,000 Rs. 30,001 - 40,000
Rs. 40,001 - 45,000 Above Rs. 30,000
0%
0%
8%
23%

69%

Figure 7: Personal Income

Educational Institutes

There is one primary school, secondary school and Government & Private Colleges present
in the study area.

Facilities Available

Facilities available at the houses, shops and factories are depicted here. It shows that
electricity, water supply, telecommunication, sewerage, gas supply and every other routine
facility is available in study area.

Literacy Rate

From survey results, it was found that 14% of the studied population was illiterate, 36% was
up to primary level, 43% studied up to middle level and only 7% of the respondents studied
up to higher secondary level.

0% 0%
Education
0%
0%
7% 14% Illiterate
Primary
Middle
Secondary
43% Higher Secondary
36%
Graduate
Post Graduate
Deeni Uloom

Figure 8: Literacy Rate

Common Diseases

According to the survey the common diseases recorded in the project area were, Diabetes,
Fever, Hepatitis, Hypertension, stomach problems, Malaria, Typhoid, Nephritis and
Diarrhea2.

2Source: Climate Change Working Papers No. 9, 2015.

Favor for the Project

Respondents were inquired about their views regarding the proposed project. Out of total 14
respondents 70% of the respondents knew about the project whereas, rest of the
respondents doesn’t have prior knowledge of the project planning and commencement.
Almost 85% respondents of were in favor of the establishment of metal refinery unit in their
vicinity as this will increase the employment opportunities and raise the overall socio-
economic status of the area.

Table 11: Concerns and Solutions

Main Theme Concerns Solutions

The hiring during construction and The proponent will try to engage local
Employment operational phase, local should be people on priority basis
considered realistically
Air pollution, improper handling of
wastewater and mitigation of noise
impacts
Environmental
Impact
Public nuisances issues may arise
due to the spread of diseases in the
case of improper disposal of the
solid waste and the air emission
Social Impact may cause issues
 Based on the result of ambient air
and noise sampling, necessary
mitigation measures will be
adopted
 To mitigate the impact of the
contamination from the generation
of wastewater, waste will be
handled properly
 To control the air pollution suction
hood consisting of bag-house filters
and ID fans will be installed
 Tree plantation will be carried out in
the designated green space
 Proper handling of the waste such
as segregation and composting of
the solid waste will be carried out to
reduce the public nuisance and to
improve the public health
 To control the air pollution suction
hood consisting of bag-house filters
and ID fans will be installed
 A registered will be maintained to
 registered the complaints of the
local community

3.9.1 Community Issues

Community was asked about the burning issues they are facing. The majority of respondents
complained about lack of sewerage system, solid waste management system, lack of safe
drinking water supply, proper health and educational facilities.

Quality of Life Values

Most of the respondents had the basic social facilities such as; basic health facility,
electricity, water supply, roads, rail, public and private transportation to sustain life. Most of
the respondents were working with the agricultural, livestock, doing their own business,
shop-keepers and working as the labor in the nearby industries. The common diseases
observed in that area were Diarrhea, cough diabetics and heart diseases.

Lab Reports of Environmental Analysis

Testing of different parameters was done from a certified laboratory to check the quality of
different environmental parameters. The copy of the lab reports of these parameters
(ambient air analysis, water quality analysis and noise) is attached at Annex-VII of this EIA
Report.
SCREENING OF POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
AND MITIGATION MEASURES
 CHAPTER

SCREENING OF POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS

AND MITIGATION MEASURES

Project Location:

M/S Awan sports industries pvt. Ltd ” 9 km addha stop, Daska Road Sialkot.
5.2 General

The potential environmental impacts related to the Project. Environmental protection

measures are recommended to eliminate adverse impacts on environment or to
reduce them to an acceptable level within the prevailing legislative and regulatory
framework. These Impacts are evaluated on the basis of magnitude, immediacy and
sustainability. Evaluation criteria are as follow:

 Magnitude
- Type of impact (direct, indirect, and cumulative)

 Immediacy
- Temporal extent (during construction, after construction)
- Spatial extent (local, widespread)
 Sustainability and Reversibility
- Mitigability (fully, partially)
- Monitoring (fully, partially)
 OBJECTIVES

 Objectives of screening out all possible impacts and then providing their mitigation
measures are:

 · To find different alternatives and ways of carrying out the project activities.

 · To enhance the Environmental and Social benefits of proposal.

 · To avoid, minimize and remediate adverse impacts.

 · To ensure that residual adverse impacts are kept in acceptable limits

Impacts
The potential environmental impacts of the proposed construction works along with the
mitigation measures during the pre-construction/design stage of the Project are described
in this Section.
Container management
Containers are maintained in good condition and kept closed at all times, except
when adding, removing, or bulking chemical waste. If a container is damaged, it
will be replaced, repaired, or over packed.

containers are compatible with their contents; they are made of, or lined with, a
composition material that is compatible with the chemical waste so as not to cause a
reaction and maintain integrity of the container. Detailed container protocols are
presented in the “Chemical Waste Disposal Overview” and the “Chemical Waste
Collection Containers”

Removal of chemical Waste

An authorized representative will remove containers of chemical waste from each

eligible laboratory within six (6) months of each container’s accumulation start
date.

Laboratories accumulate no more than 25 gallons of chemical waste (total, per

laboratory) prior to removal of the chemical waste. Further, laboratories accumulate
no more than one (1) quart of reactive acutely hazardous chemical waste prior to
 removal from the laboratory. Reactive acutely hazardous chemical wastes are P-
listed wastes signified as reactive.

Hazardous Waste Determination

Lab workers first classify chemical waste within the laboratory. An authorized
representative transfers the chemical waste directly from the laboratory to the on-site
central accumulation area. Hazardous waste determinations are only made at the on-
site central accumulation area and are completed within four (4) calendar days of
arrival in this area.

If the chemical waste is characterized as a hazardous waste, an authorized

representative labels the container with the words “hazardous waste”. Prior to
treatment or disposal, an authorized representative also labels the shipping container
with all applicable hazardous waste codes. After determination, this characterized
hazardous waste is managed in the same fashion as all other hazardous wastes and
according to applicable hazardous waste regulation.

3) Collect Chemical Waste in sturdy leak-proof containers for disposal

Do not use the sinks or surrounding areas for handling, storing, or disposing of
hazardous chemicals.

Do not dispose of hazardous chemicals via the sink, in the trash with/as
Biological Waste or with/as Radioactive Waste.

Evaporation is not an acceptable waste disposal method. Only insignificant,

residual amounts of liquid associated with labara or containers can be treated in
this way.

Do not mix radioactive materials with chemical waste.

4) Label and seal chemical waste containers at all times.

 All chemical waste containers must be properly labeled. Complete and attach an
ORS Chemical Waste Label (as seen in Appendix A) for any unlabeled waste
containers.

Always enter a start date.

On the waste label, identify lawfully required constituents by chemical name. No

abbreviations, trade names, or chemical formulas!
The label must contain the amount or concentration of constituents.

Chemical hazardous waste, radioactive waste and biological waste have

unique labels. Contact ORS to get the right label.

4) Store waste containers properly.

Caps must be tight. No open funnels or filling aids may be left in containers.

During waste collection, process waste containers (i.e., HPLC, photographic

solutions) must have a cap with tight fitting hole for the fill tube.

Never store flammables with oxidizers or acids with caustics. Labs

must use bins for segregation and secondary containment.

Flammable wastes are best stored in a fire rated cabinet.

As a last step of a research project quench potassium or pyrophoric

potassium alloys (NaK) in the lab. Let etch and cleaning solutions (i.e.,
piranha, aqua regia).cool down to room temperature and provide a vented
cap.

Water Conservation
Construction activities will increase the water supply demand of the whole area.
Prolonged and high water consumption may in the long run lower the underground water
table and affect water supply system of surrounding areas due to the continuous
withdrawal of water. In Sialkot, the groundwater depth is increasing with the time. This
will be a permanent and moderate negative impact.

 Mitigation
The water consumption demand during construction phase will be met from the water
supply system and through tankers. However, ground water will be used at minimum
level.

The Proponent will introduce a system for efficient use of resources and will take
measures for water conservation that include installation of low-flush water closet
instead of the traditional water closet in all the building during operational phase.

Rainwater will be harvested for use in the landscaping.

Emergency Response
Disasters such as earthquakes, flooding and other manmade disasters, such as fires,
may occur which have to be considered for minimizing their impacts. This will be a
permanent and moderate negative impact.

 Mitigation
Complete equipment control system, fire escape stairs and secured access system
supplemented with close circuit surveillance equipment/alarms will be included in the
design of Building. Adequate internal and external water distribution system will be
designed, which could also supply adequate quantity for fire-fighting during emergency.

Additional Load on Existing Utilities

Water supply, sewerage system, electricity system, and telephone lines will come
under pressure due to the additional demands of the proposed construction. This will
be a permanent and moderate negative impact.

 Mitigation
The existing system of utilities will be used in the new building hence there will be
no additional load on the existing utilities.

Energy Conservation
 Energy conservation lights will be used to put a minimum load on the electricity
system;
 Design of the building will be energy efficient (30-40% less energy consumption
as compared to conventional methods) and the building will be centrally air
conditioned.
 Local material will be used up to maximum level to avoid transportation.

Flora
Proposed Project will not involve any cutting of bushes and trees. However new trees
will be planted by the management to keep the environment clean. This will be a
moderate positive impact.

 Mitigation

Fauna
There is no wildlife present in the Project area. Also, the local animals and bird
species of the area are very much domesticated and will not be adversely affected by
the Project execution.

 Mitigation
Not required

Relocation of Utilities
Proposed project structure will not involve relocation of any public utilities.

 Mitigation
Not required

Sanitation and Solid Waste Disposal

solid waste and sanitary wastewater will be generated at the Project site due to the
construction activities and presence of the temporary toilet(s). Staggering of solid waste
on the ground will give rise to unhygienic conditions and spread of diseases. Similarly, if
the wastewater is allowed to stagnate in water ponds on the site, it can create unhygienic
conditions and some of the wastewater may also percolate the soil, thereby, polluting the
groundwater. This may pose a moderate negative impact.

 Mitigation
All the solid waste will be disposed-off in accordance with the regulations. The
contractor will provide septic tank for the toilet waste to treat the sanitary wastewater
before its discharge into public sewer.

Workers’ Safety and Hygienic Conditions

Proposed project activities impose certain negative impacts on health and safety of the
workers and public in case of unsafe and/or unfavorable working conditions.
Mitigation measures will be required to minimize health and safety related negative
impacts of the Project. This will be a moderate negative impact.

 Mitigation
Implementation of the following measures will ensure health and safety of the workers
and the public during the construction phase:

 The Contractor will ensure that the workers/labour are trained in safety
procedures for all relevant aspects of construction;
 workers will be provided with proper safety equipment such as helmets, goggles,
masks, etc.;
 Formal emergency procedures will be developed for site in case of an accident.
First aid kits and other necessary equipment will be kept available at site along
with the list of emergency phone numbers to be contacted in case of any
emergency/accident;
 The safety of the public at all stages of the will be ensured through appropriate
public education and safety measures such as use of sign boards, barriers and
flags;
 Proper illumination will be provided at night;
 Sides of the excavation area will be covered with corrugated protection sheets to
avoid any sliding of soil;
 Only one entrance will be provided in the area excavated for foundations;
 Warning signs will be displayed in local language.
 Fence will be used all around the site.

Groundwater Consumption
The ground water will be used within the building. Water storage will also be required
for emergency response in case of a fire. Prolonged water consumption may in the
long run lower/deplete the underground water table. This will be a permanent and
moderate negative impact.

Mitigation
An effective ‘Water Conservation Plan’ will be developed and staff of the building
will be trained in operational water conservation measure such as use of water
efficient/economy appurtenances and reuse of wastewater for gardening of the
trees/plants. Less water consumption will also reduce the load on the sewerage
system. Following operational measures will be adopted for water conservation:

 Taps will not be kept running while cleaning and buckets will be used for
holding water instead;
 It will be made sure that all faucets, circulating pumps etc. do not leak and are
in good repair;
 Any leaking or dripping faucet, pump or toilet will be reported immediately;
 All the utility bills will be kept in a safe place to track the consumption of
water; and
 Purchase and use of water-saving equipment will be practiced;
 An effective training program will be implemented about water conservation.
 Rainwater will be harvested for use in landscaping purposes.

Wastewater Generation
Sewage water will be the main wastewater generated.

Mitigation
The proponents of the Project will construct septic tank for primary treatment to bring
the wastewater quality up to a minimum level before its discharge in the existing
public sewer.

Solid Waste
Solid waste generation is an important issue. Improper management of solid waste
directly affects the health of the people and becomes breeding place for the
mosquitoes, other insects and rodents.

Mitigation
Waste wheat straw and Corncob will be sold in the market for burning as fuel in brick
 kilns.
Waste paper bags and paper wrappings from vitamins and other additives will also be
sold in the market for recycling especially for pulp manufacture.
Under size and over size grain will be processed to the required size and recycled at
the plant for feed manufacturing.
Waste from repair & maintenance workshop (metallic shavings,wood piecesetc),
packing wood, wood pieces and electric wires will also be sold in the market for
reuse.
Used cotton rags will be sold, when in large quantity, to be burnt in brick kilns.
Plastic and steel drums either will be returned to their suppliers or after adequate
cleaning will be sold in the market.

EMERGENCY PREVENTION

This project committed to the safe and proper disposal of all its hazardous wastes.
Moreover, the project is committed to promoting waste minimization and pollution
prevention in all aspects of its activities. The “Reporting Inappropriate Disposal of
Potentially Hazardous Chemicals” section of the Hazardous Waste Disposal Guide
presents the statement of intent to safely and properly dispose of hazardous waste.
The Hazardous Waste Disposal Guide also presents information on waste
minimization, source reduction, and storage of hazardous chemicals (prior to use and
becoming chemical waste).

Procedures for proper collection, handling & storage, and initiating disposal of chemical
waste is provided in the “Chemical Waste Disposal Overview”

Mitigation
An Emergency Response Plan for earthquakes and manmade disasters will be
developed by the Management. Emergency Response Plan will be implemented in
close consultation with the Fire Fighting Department, Bomb Disposal Squad and
Paramedics. Emergency drills will be carried out periodically. A full-time First Aid
Provider will be employed to help the affecters in case of any accident.
 Exact time of evacuation of the building in case of a potential emergency can be
precisely estimated after carrying out emergency drills (when the building is
completed and operational). However, it can be assumed that the whole building will
be evacuated within 6 minutes of an emergency.

Potential Environmental Enhancement Measures

The proposed project has a number of positive impacts, which include:

 The project does not involve any land acquisition issue because the land is
already owned by the Project proponent.
 No residential and commercial structures will be affected.
 The project has a potential to create employment opportunities, and will
improve the standard of living/ livelihood of the population in the project area.
 The project will help in economy growth of Pakistan
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT &
MONITORING PROGRAMM
 Environmental Management Plan
Purpose and Objectives of the EMP:

The primary objectives of the EMP are to:

 Facilitate the implementation of the mitigation measures identified in the

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
 Define the responsibilities of the project proponent.
 Define a monitoring mechanism and identify monitoring parameters in order
to:
 Ensure the complete implementation of all mitigation measures
 Ensure the effectiveness of the mitigation measures
 Provide a mechanism for taking timely action in the face of unanticipated
environmental situations
 Identify training requirements at various levels.

Management Approach:

The overall responsibility for compliance with the environmental management plan
rests with the project proponent.

Institutional Responsibilities/Capacity

Following functionaries will be involved in the implementation of EMP:

 Project Proponent
 HSE/Project Manager
 In-Charge Administration
 Supervisor of project
 Environmental Engineer

Training Schedules

Training for the management/contractors/engineers and workers on environmental

aspects of the project will be arranged after every 03 months. It will be imparted by a
team of experienced trainers.
Training of building contractor

Training of building contractor & workers will be the part of the TORs regarding the
Establishment of the project. The provisions given in Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) Report Chapter 5 Screening of Potential Environmental Impacts &
Their Mitigation Measures will be followed.

TORs will be including the training and submission of reports in the following area:

1. Handling of Machineries in a safe way

2. Use of PPEs
3. Maintenance of vehicles and submission of Environmental Monitoring Reports
4. Maintenance of Water Consumption records
5. Testing of water and waste water and submission of Environmental Monitoring
Reports
6. Placement of safety signs/boards
7. Sprinkling of water on the roads and dusty tracks
8. Monitoring of generator emissions

Training regarding all other aspects of HSE will be ensured by the contractor.

Responsibility of EMP

Overall responsibility for implementation of EMP will be that of project proponent. He

will appoint a HSE/Project Manager of relevant qualification. HSE/Project Manager
will act as Environmental Manager and will manage the all HSE condition at the
NEQS.

Environmental Impact and their mitigation measures

In order to raise the level of professional and managerial staff, there is a need to
upgrade their knowledge in the related areas. HSE/Project Manager should play a
key role in this respect and arrange the training programs.

HSE/Project Manager will provide training to staff and workers about the best
environmental management practices at the site and affective implementation of the
EMP.

The training modules will include air, noise and water pollution monitoring, social
awareness, Environmental Laws, National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS),
Usage of personal protection equipment’s, and health and safety related issues on
the site.

The HSE/Project Manager will train all workers & staff in basic sanitation and health
care issues (e.g., how to avoid malaria and transmission of Sexually Transmitted
Infections (STI) HIV/AIDS and in general health and safety matters, and on the
specific hazards of their work. Training should also consist of basic hazard
awareness, site specific hazards, safe work practices, and emergency procedures for
fire, evacuation.

HSE/Project Manager will arrange Training on monthly or quarterly basis regarding

health & safety, hygiene, firefighting and first aid.

Equipment Maintenance Detail

The subject project is the Establishment Awan Sports under the name Finery Metal
Industries, at export processing zone, Sialkot, the Company will maintain the records
for Health Safety & Environment and will hire HSE manager to check and deal with
the HSE issues. The company shall maintained PPEs, medical facilities, firefighting
Equipment’s as fire buckets, fire hydrants and fire extinguishers and records for their
periodic filings or replacement.

Environmental Budget

The cost which is required to effectively implement the mitigation measures is

important for the sustainability of the Project in operation stage of the Project.

Company has been allocated the Environmental Budget for the Training,
maintenance and management of Environment is 300,000/- quarterly that will
include filling and maintenance of equipment’s, restoration, plantation, and availability
of PPEs, strategic planning to cope with any emergency situation and formulate the
disaster management plan to cope with natural disaster. Any equipment or devices
failure or replacement will not be included in this budget.
Mitigation Plan

The environmental and social mitigation plan includes the following:

 The measures that are required to be implemented during the design, Construction and

implementation phases of the Project are identified

 For each mitigation measure the person responsible to implement and monitor the

implementation is identified

 The timing to implement and the location to implement

 EMP will be included in all the bid documents of the Project and will become a part of the EPC

works contract. The strict implementation of the EMP and project management’s will been sure. .
Proposed Mitigation plan for Construction Phase

Potential
Environmental
Environmental Environmental Mitigation and Management Measures Responsibility
Aspects
Impacts

Power mechanical equipment like bulldozers, air compressors, concrete pumps,

excavators, concrete mixers etc. shall only be used with low sound power,

whenever possible.

Nuisance to
Optimize transportation management to avoid needless truck trips; avoidance of
surrounding
truck movements in residential areas at least during night time.
Noise population due
The building machinery equipment shall be well-maintained and serviced regularly Contractor
pollution to increasing
during Construction.
noise, workers

health problems Silencers or mufflers on generators shall be used to reduce the noise pollution.

Generators will be installed in a separate room surrounded by the thick cemented

walls.

Whenever possible, mass material and excavated soil shall be stored in direction of
 the nearest habitat as noise barrier.

Activities shall be scheduled in such a way that noise intensive operations side by

side with an increased net noise level will be avoided.

Workers on the Construction site should be equipped with ear protection in

particular those directly exposed to higher noise levels.

Vehicles transporting loose material (clay, sand etc) to be covered with tarpaulins.

Limit on speed and movement of vehicles, where considered appropriate speed-

breakers should be installed. Use low emissions trucks for material transport where
Dust nuisance
possible (e.g. diesel particulate filter) Routine service and maintenance of vehicles
Ambient Air from site due to
and machines to reduce engine emissions. Contractor
Quality vehicular
During periods with abnormal wind speeds, in particular during dry weather
movement
conditions, workers on the Construction site should be provided with adequate

inhalation and eyes protection gears. In case particulates in air hamper a clear view

over the site completely, so that safety is impaired, the Construction should be
interrupted until weather conditions improve.

To reduce generation of dust in the Construction process, onsite roads and parking

areas, as far as possible, would be constructed with asphalt over a compacted sub

base.

Spraying exposed soil with water to reduce PM10 emissions and particulate matter

deposition. Water to be applied at a rate to maintain a moist surface, but not to

create surface water runoff or erosion conditions.

Provide wheel washers to remove particulate matter that would otherwise be

carried offsite by vehicles that would decrease deposition of particulate matter on

area roads and subsequent entrainment from those roads.

Routine or schedule trucks to reduce delay to traffic during peak travel times would

reduce secondary air quality impacts caused by reduction in traffic speed while

waiting for a trucks.

As far as possible planting vegetative cover (matching the local climate), as soon as

possible after grading, would reduce windblown particulate matter in the area.
 Construction activities must be limited to the designated areas

Re-filling of excavated soil should be done as far as possible. Where possible the

excavated soil should be reused.

Soil Seepage to
Prevention measures should be developed in the event of an accident or threat Contractor
contamination groundwater
(e.g. massive, uncontrolled leakage of waste water into unsealed soil on-site)

Fuels, lubricants, and chemicals will be stored in covered bounded areas, underline

with impervious lining.

leading to soil The Construction site will be properly marked.

displacement
Soil erosion control measures(e.g. silt fences, rip rap) will be undertaken where
and
necessary during construction
sedimentation,
Soil erosion The Construction site will be restored as close as possible to their pre-project Contractor
causing clogging
conditions after completion of Construction activities. For this purpose a
of
Reinstatement Plan will be prepared that may include the following:
nearby drains

and Removal of debris, excess construction material, cable, machinery parts or timber
 watercourses or Disposal of surplus soil

surface water
Repair to damaged or blocked drainage
bodies.
Filling of all ditches and pits

Soil erosion control measures where necessary

Portable water supply:

Potable drinking water for workers would be provided by a water service to be

contracted by the site contractor.

Ground water:

Water
Any liquid material and lubricants (e.g. hydrostatic testing water and wastewater) Contractor
management
that accumulate during the Construction phase should not infiltrate into the soil

that have a direct contact to the ground water. Septic tanks shall be used for any

waste water collection. Each tank, when filled and closed, should be brought to the

closest wastewater treatment plant for further treatment

Maintenance and washing of all heavy mobile machinery & vehicles should be
 carried out at adequate service stations. Good and regular maintenance of all

vehicles and machines used on site is mandatory and the waste water should not

be allowed to drain into the sea

Maintenance and re-fueling (if necessary) of any construction equipment shall be

done at a decent distance from the excavation area and only be undertaken on

sealed area. Any re-fuelling must be handled carefully

All solid wastes shall be disposed off according to a set procedure and record of

waste will be kept to track at any time when it is required

The contractors to whom any waste is to be sold shall be fully made aware of the
Site
environmental impacts and health effects of the waste to be sold to him. He shall
contamination
Solid waste be provided instructions for reuse/handling of such wastes in environmentally Contractor
and degradation
sustainable way

The adequate facilities must be provided and maintained for waste collection (e.g.

bins) at strategic location around the site camp such as the office, garage, parking,

housing facilities and location where food is consumed.

 Where possible, construction waste on site must be reused or recycled.

Empty cement bags will be sold for reuse.

Spent oil will be given to registered recyclers for reprocessing

Site pollution

impact due to
Any spills will be rendered harmless and arrangements made for appropriate
accumulation of
collection and disposal including cleaning material, absorbents and contamination
hazardous waste
soils. Ensure that spill kits are available on site to clean spills and leaks.
Storage and
from garbage,
handling of The relevant Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must be available on site.
fuel leaks or
Contractor
Hazardous
waste oil and Adequate and approved facilities for the storage and recycling of used oil and
substance
other contained hydrocarbon must be provided. Such facilities must be designed and

lubricants from suited with the intention of prevailing pollution of the surrounding area and

environment.
motorized

equipment.

Occupational construction A Health and Safety Management Plan will be developed in respect of worker Contractor
 Health & accidents safety. This plan must be in line with Proponent’s SHE Policy and relevant

Safety handling of legislation.

asbestos
The contractor must Implement adequate and mandatory for all personnel and
material
construction team members. Minimum requirements must include the wearing of
working under
an approved safety helmet and safety boots. Ensure that all laborers are supplied
an exposure of
with the appropriate safety equipment.
noise and dust

potential The wearing of safety equipment on site is mandatory for all personnel and

negative impact construction team members. Minimum requirements must include the wearing of

of materials an approved helmet and safety boots. Ensure that all laborers are supplied with the

used in the appropriate safety equipment.

Construction

Socio- Direct job Locals will be deployed during construction the extent the same are available in line

economic and creation for with requirement of skills.

cultural about 10-15

Effective public relations strategy will be maintained and the locals will be allowed
environment people during
to use the developed infrastructure facility. There will be regular interaction with
 construction locals to solve their problems

period
Community development schemes like tree planting, free health checkup and

medicines, donating building materials and furniture for school building renovation.
Indirect

economic

development

due to market

multiplier effect

Stress on

natural

resources like

wood, water,

sanitation

Biodiversity Planting of indigenous grass, trees and bushes between the edge of the site and the
Fauna and
impacts adjacent un-utilized area should be carried out. If not earlier practicable, such Proponent
Flora
due to removal measures should be implemented after the completion of all activities.
of Development of green strips of suitable vegetation for arid zone, along the access

plant material road that helps birds and animals to migrate and improve the landscape shape

and should be done

other living

organisms from

the

site, leading to

possible loss of

local

flora and fauna

species
Proposed Mitigation plan for Operational Phase

Potential
Environmental
environmental Measures Responsibilities
Aspects
impacts

An air quality monitoring and improvement plan will be developed to keep

the air pollution levels from generator, air conditioners, plant room etc.
within the limits of Punjab Environmental Quality Standards (PEQS);

Level of air pollution (as specified in the PEQS) will be monitored on

Air Pollution Air Pollution regular basis and appropriate mitigation measures will be implemented;
Proponent
Management Management For control of indoor air quality, carbon filters will be used in addition to
normal filters to remove odor from circulating air; and

Vehicles with excessive smoke emissions will not be allowed to enter the
building.

All water discharge from the works including sewage, wash water and waste
Proponent’s
Waste Water water will comply with national Environmental Quality standards.
Environment
management Cooling water use during the process will again reused for the process and
Manager
then sends it to septic tanks where water will be cool down for certain days
 and then will discharge into the near nala. Approval is attached

Machinery will be acoustically shielded and /or logged as far as possible

Health Problems Proponent’s
Operational Noise A noise measurement campaign during full operation at operation start
due to excessive Environment
Control should be implemented to verify that the actual noise levels are in line with
noise Manager
the NEQS.

To the extent possible, develop a green belt along the facilities boundary

area and other open spaces, to create to some extent a natural landscape.

Landscaping / Fauna The flora to be used for such green belt should be tolerant to the local arid
Proponent
and Flora climate requiring just minimum water to survive

The operation or maintenance staff may not harm or kill any fauna during

the operation and maintenance of the plant.

All solid wastes shall be disposed off according to a set procedure and

record of sales will be kept to track at any time when it is required Proponent’s
Solid Waste
The contractors to whom any mill husk waste is to be delivered shall be fully Environment
Management
made aware of the environmental impacts and health effects of the waste. Manager

Integrated waste management will be carried out by applying, in order of

 preference, waste avoidance, reuse, recycling and disposal of municipal

waste.

A health and Safety Management Plan will be developed in respect of

worker/occupants safely.

Occupational Health &

OHS manager must adhere to prescription of the relevant health and safety
Safety Management
legislation and standards.
General safety
Protection should be provided to guard against sudden failures viz. neutral
measures
disconnection and against overload, short-circuit & earth fault.
OHS Manager
Protection should be provided for variation in voltage, frequency and phase
unbalance.

After sunset, emergency lighting with battery backup should be provided

near the dispenser, godaam and electrical room.

Proper earthing system shall be designed.

Emergency stop system should be provided to cut off the power supply to
all metering pumps/ dispensing equipment and associated equipment,
other than certified intrinsically safe equipment at godaam Building. On
actuating any of these push buttons, electrical power supply to entire PRO
shall be isolated instantaneously.

Operating personnel of retail outlet should possess adequate knowledge

and experience of handling DP/ HSD to ensure functioning of the station in
a safe and efficient manner.

During unloading of the product from the truck to the bulk storage Area,
the truck should be parked in the space marked for the purpose.

Dos and Don’ts should be prominently displayed in Retail Outlet.

Action in the event of emergency should be clearly established and

understood by all concerned and displayed prominently.

Location of the facilities, equipment, entrance, exit & paving shall be

arranged in a manner to avoid the risk of any collision amongst the motor
vehicles.

The hazardous areas should be protected from sources of ignition.

Each Production unit should be covered by at least two 10 kg DCP

Fire Extinguishers, placed at a safe location within 3m radius.

Minimum one 4.5 kg CO2 fire extinguisher must be available in each

electrical meter room.

Minimum four sand buckets filled with dry sand should be available
at the premises.

Specific firefighting measures must be considered and equipment

must be placed on position easily visible and accessible.

Smoking will be restricted only designated smoke corners outside the

main building

Emergency telephone number and appropriate warning signal

boards, clearing denoting warning procedure and emergency exit
routes, must be demonstrated at relevant locations in the facility

Adequate and mandatory safety precautions relating to all aspect of

the operation. Such safety measures and work procedure/instruction
must be communicated to all the workers/occupants.
Environmental Monitoring Program

Construction Stage

Particulates/Dust

The monitoring of particulate matter produced due to various activities to be carried out during

the Construction stage of proposed project as mentioned earlier, should not solely rely on visual

aids rather it should be monitored using standard testing methods and with proper particulate

matter sampling instruments. A periodic monitoring will be required which produce time average

results and hence present actual levels of the PM in the ambient air.

Exhaust gases

The exhaust from vehicles to be used for the transportation of materials and also flue gases

produced due the heavy machinery should be periodically monitored with EPA recommended

and dully calibrated flue gas analyzers. The monitoring frequency to show the actual

concentration of the gaseous pollutants, and smoke opacity is given in the table below.

Noise

Noise levels during the Construction stage will be much higher than the baseline noise levels.

Noise levels measuring equipment will be used to monitor the sound levels at workers camps and

in areas where the Construction related activities will be in full swing.

Groundwater

The quality of ground water to be used by the workers and the residents for cooking and drinking

purposes should be monitored periodically and the laboratory analysis results should be

compared with the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines for drinking water.

Solid Waste
The construction debris and other solid waste generated will be managed by the supervisory

consultant. The frequency for collection and disposal is presented in the table 7.3

Soil Contamination

All temporary fuel, oil and chemical storage must be sited on impervious bases within a bund and

secured. The base and bund walls must be impermeable to the material stored and of an

adequate capacity. Storage at or above roof level should be avoided.

Leaking or empty oil drums must be removed from the site immediately and disposed off via a

licensed waste disposal contractor.

Washing from concrete mixers etc. should not be allowed to flow into the drain.

Health and Safety

It is strongly recommended that the supervisory consultant shall monitor the health and safety

related aspects during the Construction stage of the project. Training programs, seminars,

lectures and presentations shall be held for laborers, workers, etc. in order to handle the

emergency and all health hazard situations. Random visits will be paid by the Supervisory

Consultant to check the level of the usage of the personal protection equipment’s (PPE’s),

availability of first aid kit and compliance with other health and safety aspects. Trespassing in the

residential areas will also be checked.

Flora & Fauna

There is not any worth mentioning wildlife in the area; however, wildlife survey techniques will

be used so as to minimize the disturbance to the wildlife in project and study area. Hunting of

wildlife by the workers/labor has to be checked. Efforts will be made to check the cutting of
vegetation and trees that need not be removed. The proposed monitoring program during the

Construction phase should be coordinated by the Supervisory Consultant.

 Table: Proposed Monitoring during the construction Stage

Parameter Frequency Remarks Responsibility

Particulate
Monthly Instrumental measurements. Supervisor/Incharge safety
Matter

Exhaust Gases Twice a Year Instrumental measurements. Supervisor/proponent

Noise and Measurement of the noise levels due to activities, movement of Contractor and monitoring will
Monthly
vibration equipment and vehicles be done by Supervisor

Groundwater Contractor and monitoring will

Monthly Monitoring of water and wastewater quality parameters
quality/Waste be done by Supervisor
 Parameter Frequency Remarks Responsibility

water

Contractor and monitoring will

Solid Waste Fortnightly Visual checks to assess the waste disposal methods
be done by Supervisor

Contractor and monitoring will

Health and Safety Monthly Monitoring of the health and safety of workers
be done by Supervisor
Operational Stage

Monitoring Program to Assess Performance:

According to the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Review of IEE and EIA)
Regulations, 2000, the project of installation of new plant falls in Schedule I category “C”.
All out environmental monitoring of the plant will be carried out on bi-annually basis by a
third party and be reported to the EPA Punjab.

After the project start up once a comprehensive monitoring report for all NEQS
parameters for normal plant operations will be carried out. This is to establish that the
project does meet the environmental commitments made in this IEE Report. This
monitoring will be carried out by a third party. Thereafter, subsequent regular monitoring
will be restricted to priority parameters.

Reporting will be done according to the SMART format as approved by the Environmental
Protection Agency, Government of Pakistan Islamabad.

All monitoring data shall be reviewed and analyzed regularly in comparison with the
NEQS limiting values. And in case of any deviation/violation immediate necessary
corrective actions should be taken. All the monitored data shall be reported to the EPA
Punjab.

Reporting and Reviewing Procedures

Monitoring schedule, as explained above will be adhered to and all the data to be
monitored will be scrutinized at the level of Shift Engineer/ In Charge and on monthly
basis at the GM level. The data will be documented according to SMART format.
Discrepancies will be duly addressed to. For presentation of the data to the Government
Agencies, approved data recording according to the SMART formatwill be followed.

Training Needs

Staff at the project will be trained especially in the following fields:

Regular training of the employees regarding health and safety will be carried out. Fire
Extinguishers and Fire Alarms will be installed.
Air Quality

During the operational phase, air quality of the Study Area will improve as compared to the

conditions anticipated to prevail at Construction stage, but the air quality could also affect due to

generator which will provide electricity to industry in the case of load shedding. Else Particulate

matter will also affect the quality of air due to wood particles produced during wood furniture

manufacturing. Regular monitoring of the ambient air quality of the Study Area will not be

required. But the proper maintenance of generator and machinery will be required to improve

ambient air quality.

Noise

Noise generation during the operational phase will mainly be due to the machinery that will use

in production and generator which will provide electricity to industry in case of load shedding.

The monitoring of noise level in the whole of industry will be required. But regular monitoring of

the area in the vicinity of the machinery and generator will be required.

Solid Waste

Disposal of municipal solid waste shall be at the sanitary landfill site to be identified by TMA,

Sialkot. But to manage industrial waste the administrations of industry find some industry that

could use wood waste as input resource material.

 Table: Proposed Monitoring During Operational Stage.

Parameter Frequency Remarks Implementation Monitoring

Responsibility responsibility

Air Quality Biannually Air quality, concentrations of SO2, NOx, CO, HC and PM10 of the HSE Incharge HSE supervisor

generator

Particulate matter concentration

Noise Biannually Measurement of noise levels due to the vehicle movements and HSE Incharge HSE Supervisor

generator operation

Measurement of noise level due to machinery used in production

unit

Surface and Biannually Monitoring of the groundwater from installed tube well and HSE Incharge HSE Supervisor

groundwater overhead water tanks.

Quality
 Parameter Frequency Remarks Implementation Monitoring

Responsibility responsibility

4.waste Monthly BOD and COD on monthly basis and the remaining 30 parameters on HSE Incharge HSE Supervisor

water biannually basis

Solid waste Biannually Waste produced during production consists of remaining of wood HSE Incharge HSE Supervisor

which is not harmful for land due to organic in nature, but it will

monitor properly to avoid hazards

Ecology Quarterly Monitoring of flora, fauna and other ecological resources by HSE Incharge HSE Supervisor

(Flora & Administration by:

Fauna)
Checking any damage or injury to linear plantations along roads and

flower beds/ornamental creepers etc.

Visually checking and monitoring of specified places

 Parameter Frequency Remarks Implementation Monitoring

Responsibility responsibility

Traffic Biannually Monitoring of traffic trends, rush hours etc. Instrumental monitoring HSE Incharge HSE Supervisor

Surveys of vehicles for NOx, CO, HC and PM10

stakeholder and Public Participation

Stakeholder consultation and public participation was conducted in the project area in

order to fulfill the legal requirements of the environmental report as well as to improve

and enhance the social and environmental design of the project. Stakeholder

consultation and public involvement got a very important role in environmental impacts,

mitigation measures along with a range of alternatives. Projects with public involvement

and stakeholder consultation are less likely to fall and are more likely to achieve their

objectives and also avoid delays in order to get licenses or no objection certificates

(NOC) from concerned authorities.

 According to UNEP three different ways are there in order to involve the stakeholders:

1. Proponent provides information (one way only) to the stakeholders and it is not
necessary for proponent to consider Reponses from stakeholders

2. Proponent and stakeholder engage themselves and exchange information in a two-

way manner. Stakeholders can express their views but it is again up to the proponent to
consider those views or not.

3. Proponent and stakeholders participate and share the mutual responsibility for
joint analysis, decision making and their implementation. Unlike above two ways, in this
manner all parties discuss the issues and reach on a decision by means of an agreed
process

Basically the main objectives of the stakeholder consultation and public involvement are:

 Promote better understanding, objectives and impacts of all projects

 Identify and address concerns of all interested and affected parties of the project site area

 Identify and resolve issues before plans are finalized and development commences in
order to avoid public anger and delays in the project work

 Develop trust between various stakeholders in order to promote cooperation and

partnership among various communities.
 Public participation and stakeholders were consulted in the meetings held in the project
area in a two way manner and stakeholders and public considerations were noted down.
Informal meetings with communities in town were performed in which men and
community elders participated while in the focus group meetings, the women of the town
participated. The consultation process was carried out in Urdu and Punjabi languages.
During these meetings a simple, non-technical, description of the project was given, with
an overview of the project’s likely human and environmental impact followed by an open
discussion allowing participants to put up their concerns and opinions. The issues and
suggestions raised by stakeholders and public are given below

 Airborne dust from the establishment site should be controlled by means of good
establishment practices as well regularly sprinkling of water to the unpaved surfaces.

 Arboriculture (tree plantation) and green belt should be around the both sides of roads,
streets as well as in the middle of road in road divider area

 Proper sewerage system for sanitary water as well as for flowed water should be at place
in order to avoid nuisance in the time of excessive rainfall

 There should be a separate and properly maintained septic tank for the rd in order to give
primary treatment to the sanitary water before putting it into the public sewer

 Priority should be given to the surrounding area community for job opportunities
according to their skills in order to create harmony among proponent and surrounding
communities.

 Dust masks and ear mufflers should be available to the worker of the project for their
health and safety along with hard hats and safety shoes
 There should be a proper waste management system in place in order to tackle the daily
routine solid waste generation within the scrap yard

 Compensation should be pay to the affected persons for the damage of their trees and
crops.
Impact Assessment Methodology
 . IMPACT ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
This section discusses the potential environmental impact of establishment of Metal Recycling
Unit. The impacts may include the disturbance of area’s geomorphology, soil, water resources,
air, biological resources and socio-economic condition and, where applicable, identifies
mitigation measures that will reduce, if not eliminate, its adverse impact. The assessment carried
out in this Section is based on potential impacts on overall environmental receptors within the
project area.

Objectives

The objective of screening is identification of the adverse as well as beneficial impacts and then
mitigating the effect of adverse impacts up to acceptable limits or within NEQS. Following are
the objectives of screening out all significant environmental and social impacts:

 To find different alternatives and ways of carrying out the project activities which
may cause adverse impacts
 To enhance the Environmental and Social benefits of project
 To avoid, minimize and remediate adverse impacts
 To ensure that residual adverse impacts are kept within acceptable limits

In the sub-sections below the impacts assessment methodology for the establishment of scrap
melting units along with, located in District Sailkot has been defined. It includes the magnitude,
the extent of the impact and the nature of the anticipated impact.

Methodology

This Section discusses the project’s potential environmental impact of Awan Sports along with on
the area’s geomorphology, soil, water resources, air resource, biological resources and
socioeconomic condition and, where applicable, identifies mitigation measures that will reduce,
if not eliminate, its adverse impact. The assessment carried out in the sub-sections below is based
on potential impacts on overall environmental receptors within the project area. Impacts are
evaluated on the basis of magnitude, immediacy and sustainability. Evaluation criteria are as
follows:

Magnitude
The magnitude of the impacts associated with the Awan Sports along with include the type of
impact project commencement will cause to its immediate environment and social structure. It
could be direct, indirect and cumulative.

Immediacy
Immediacy of the impact focus on the following parameters:

 Temporal Extent (during construction and operation)

 Spatial Extent (local or widespread)

Sustainability and Reversibility

Sustainability and reversibility of the impact focused on the following parameters:

 Mitigability (Fully/Partially)
 Monitoring (Fully/Partially)

Purpose of Mitigation Measure

The basic purpose of mitigation measures is to reduce the impacts of the establishment of scrap
melting units along with on the socio-environment up to the maximum possible extent. The
mitigation measures are suggested based on the following parameters:

What is the problem?

The proposed project is the establishment of Awan Sports along with. The nature of the land is
open land having native vegetation such as Neem, Kikar, Safeda and wild grass. The study area
is fertile, leveled and agricultural land. In addition, to the noise and fugitive dust emissions
during the development phase solid waste management and disposal issues may arise along with
wastewater disposal issues. The major impact associated with the operation of scrap melting unit
includes the management of the solid waste generated during the processing, wastewater
management, raw-material storage and air pollution due to the emission of particulate matter
from scrap melting.
 When problem will occur and when it should be addressed?
The impacts from the establishment of scrap melting units along with will occur during the
construction and operation due to the civil work involved and the people residing in the project
area. These issues included; noise generation, fugitive dust emissions, solid waste management,
wastewater disposal, top-soil removal, Health and Safety issues and change in the geographic
features of the area. These all problems should be addressed on-site where they are being
generated, to avoid the residual or adverse impacts.

Where problem should be addressed?

The problem will be generated from site development and operation of the unit. So, it should be
addressed on source i.e. at site within the same timeframe.

How the problem should be addressed?

Proper mitigations measures will be provided according to the nature of the impacts/problems.
For example, against dust emissions sprinkling of water may be done on regular basis, for solid
waste proper solid waste management and disposal practices may be adopted, to manage liquid
waste proper treatment may be made before discharging into the receiving body. The change
landscape is estimated to be quite minor and the removed top-soil may be used to reclaim the
disturbed areas.

Ways of Achieving Mitigation Measures?

Following ways will be adopted to reduce the impacts of the scrap melting:

Changing in Planning Design

For the production of the copper and Aluminum rings scrap will be melted in the induction melting
furnace. The melting efficiency of the furnace is considered to be 95%. The proposed induction
melting furnace produces less noise, minimized heat production and it has a fast startup system
as compared to the gas furnace and combustion.

There is no endangered and threatened species present in the project area. Moreover, there is not
any human settlement or infra-structure that will be dislocated or dismantled due to the proposed
project development. Hence, there is no need to change the design of project.
Improved Management and Monitoring Practices
The anticipated impacts had been reduced significantly by adopting better management
activities, as it will be carried out for betterment of the society. While environmental monitoring
will be conducted on the regular basis to keep the sources of the air pollution, wastewater
generation, noise and public nuisances in-check. Following practices that need to be adopted to
reduce the impact significantly:

a. Compensation in Money Terms

Some vegetation present on-site will be removed and the geography/landscape of the area will be
changed on the permanent basis, however, there is no protected or environmentally sensitive area
present within 10.0 km vicinity of the project that could be impacted. Hence, no compensation in
the monetary terms will be required. However, for the removal of the one tree from the project
area 3-5 trees will be planted as the compensation.

b. Replacement/Relocation/Rehabilitation

The proposed project is located in open land where there is no sensitive area, human population
or preserved natural resource is present which could be impacted due to the commencement of
the proposed project. No replacement, relocation and rehabilitation will required for the
commencement of the aforesaid project.

Impacts Associated with Project Location

The proponent has selected the site owing to the following reasons:

 The site is undisputed and allotted to the Client EZP

 There is no community or human settlement present on-site or in the project proximity
that could be impacted due to the commencement of the proposed project
 There is no fauna or flora belonging to an endangered species present on-site
 The site has accessible through road network i.e., connected to the main road via access
roads
 There is no ecologically sensitive or declared protected area like; Reserved Forest, Fish
Hatcheries, Wildlife or Game Reserves. Moreover, there is no socio-cultural significant
 structure (historical or archaeological site or religious structures; Masjid, temples, etc.)
located within 5 km of the selected site that could be impacted

It can be concluded in view of these reasons that the selected site is best suited for the project,
and will not pose any adverse impact or threat on any component of the environment.

Impact Assessment Methodology

The impact assessment methodology for the installation of the Awan Sports is given below:

Screening of Potential Impacts

Based on site visit, observation, brain storming, provided information and social interviews,
significant impacts were anticipated and evaluated. Then qualitative and quantitative (where
possible) assessment of these anticipated impacts is to be carried out.

Identification of Mitigation Measures

After anticipation and screening of significant impacts, certain mitigation measures are to be
provided in order to enhance benefits of project and reducing impacts. These measures can be
classified as:

Figure : Hierarchy of Mitigations

Evaluation of the Residual Impacts

Incorporation of suggested mitigation measures may reduce the magnitude of the environmental
impacts of the project but sometimes, it may fail in bringing them within the acceptable limits.
This step refers to the identification of the anticipated remaining impacts after mitigation
measures have been applied.

Identification of Monitoring Requirements

The last step in the assessment process is the identification of minimum monitoring
requirements. The scope and frequency of monitoring depends on the residual impacts. The
purpose of the monitoring is to confirm that the impact is within the prescribed limits and to
provide timely information if acceptable limits are being breached.
 RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONCLUSIONS

RECOMMENDATIONS
The Initial Environmental Examination study and survey results are finally evaluated to
recommend the following:
 Implementation of EMP must be given top priority.
 Proper PPEs including ear plugs, ear muffs, mufflers, goggles, gloves and shoes etc.
should be provided to workers
 Train workers to use PPEs
 Advise workers to follow SOPs.
 Installation of fire extinguishers in the premises and their monitoring must be ensured.
 Quality of the feed must be assured.
 Safe pesticides and disinfectant sprays must be used.
 Waste minimization practices should be employed and workers should be encouraged to
adopt such method.
 Wages should be distributed on time.
 Proper tree plantation plan should also be developed in order to make the unit
environment friendly.
 Small waste storage bins should be installed at different corner for proper waste
collection and disposal
 Proper dispensary and first aid box should be provided for workers.
 The Security Guards shall also be trained to act in case of all possible emergency
situations. The fire alarms can be activated to signal evacuation. At the same time,
communication shall be made with hospitals, emergency services and police for urgent
support.
 The proposed Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan should be implemented.
CONCLUSION:
The report presents Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) of the project mainly deals with the
storage, handling & godaam of various type of chemical waste.
IEE of Project is performed according to guidelines of EPA. It includes description of the

project, description of the environmental baselines, potential environmental impacts and

suggested mitigation measures. An implementation mechanism for mitigation measures in the

form of an Environmental Management Plan is included in the study.

The performed IEE showed all anticipated impacts (both positive and negative), associated with

the project. Appropriate mitigation measures as explained in the environmental study shall

reduce, if not eliminate, these impacts so that these are within acceptable limits. Moreover, no

deterioration, depletion or exploitation of local natural resources is expected to be caused by this

project.

Based on overall assessment of the environmental impact of the project, it is concluded that the

project is not likely to cause any significant adverse impact on the social, physical and biological

environment of the area, provided that suitable mitigation measures as identified in this study are

implemented.

It is accordingly recommended that Environmental Approval for the project may be issued by

the Punjab Environmental Protection Agency, subject to payment of the requisite scrutiny fee by

the proponent of the project.

 Annexure: A

Glossary

I. Ambient: relating to the immediate surroundings of something

II. Base line: Conditions prevailing at the time of study or before initiation of any project
III. Baseline: Conditions prevailing at the time of study or before initiation of any project

IV. Discharge: means spilling, leaking, pumping, depositing, seeping, releasing, flowing out,
pouring, emitting, emptying or dumping
V. Effluent: means any material in solid, liquid or gaseous form or combination thereof
being discharged from industrial activity or any other source and includes a slurry,
suspension or vapor
VI. Environment budget: Monitory assets reserve for environmental activity.

VII. Environment: means air, water and land; all layers of the atmosphere; all organic and
inorganic matter and living organisms; the ecosystem and ecological relationships;
buildings, structures, roads, facilities and works; all social and economic conditions
affecting community life; and the inter-relationships between any of the factors
mentioned
VIII. Environmental Impact Assessment: means an environmental study comprising
collection of data, prediction of qualitative and quantitative impacts, comparison of
alternatives, evaluation of preventive, migratory and compensatory measures,
formulation of environmental management and training plans and monitoring
arrangements, and framing of recommendations and such other components as may be
prescribed
IX. Fauna: Animal life occurring in particular region or time.
X. Flora: plant life occurring in particular region or time.

XI. Human Settlement: A cluster of at least 50 houses.

 XII. Initial Environmental Examination: means a preliminary environmental review of the
reasonably foreseeable qualitative and quantitative impacts on the environment of a
proposed project to determine whether it is likely to cause an environmental effect for
requiring preparation of an environmental impact assessment
XIII. National Environmental Quality Standards: means the permissible standards for
emission of air pollutants and noise and for discharge of effluent and waste
XIV. Nuisance: A person, thing or circumstances causing inconvenience or annoyance.
XV. pH: negative log of hydrogen concentration:

XVI. Poultry Project: means poultry related activities like hatcheries, poultry farm, poultry
control shed, poultry premises or any other poultry project notified as such.
XVII. Poultry: including the species such as chicken, turkey, quail, and pheasant.
XVIII. Proponent: the person who intends to carry-out a proposed project.

XIX. Sustainability: means such developments that meet the needs of the present generation
without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs
XX. Waste: means any material, substance, or by-product eliminated or discarded as no
longer useful or required after the completion of a process
 Annexure: B

LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

°C Degree Celsius

dB(A) A weighted decibel scale

EIA Environmental Impact Assessment

EMMP Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan

EMP Environmental Management Plan

Engr. Engineer

EPA Environmental Protection Agency

EPD Environmental Protection Department

EPO Environmental Protection Ordinance

GEL Global Environmental Lab

IEE Initial Environmental Examination

km Kilometer

Ltd. Limited

LTI Loss Time Injury

LWI Loss Work Injury

m3/h Cubic meter per hour

M/S Masses

NEQS National Environmental Quality Standards

No. Number

NOC No Objection Certificate

PEPC Pakistan Environmental Protection Council

PEPA, 1997 Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997

PEPA, 2012 Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act, 2012

PEPO Pakistan Environmental Protection Ordinance

PM Particulate Matter

PPEs Personal Protective Equipment’s

 Annexure: C

References

Guidelines for Preparation and Review of Environmental Report

Guidelines for Public Consultation

Labor Laws

Meteorology Department Data (From Website)

National Environmental Policy

National Environmental Quality Standards (Self- Monitoring And Reporting By Rules, 2001)

OSHAS 1800 for Health and Safety

Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997

Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Review of IEE/EIA) Regulations

Pakistan Environmental Protection Order (PEPO) 1983

Sectoral Guide Lines for Environmental Reports, Industrial States

The Land Acquisition Act 1894

The Punjab Local Government Ordinance, 2001

Term of References:

The project under consideration of this initial environmental Examination Report is

“Establishment of Awan Sports Sialkot. The proponent intends to construct the
Proposed Building of M/S Awan Sports.

Objectives of Initial Environmental Examination (IEE):

The primary purpose of IEE process is to provide proponents and decision makers as well
as members of the public, with an understanding of the potential environmental effects of
the proposed action, so as to avoid or minimize environmental impacts wherever possible
bearing in mind the cost and benefits of using the environmental resources in this
particular project. IEE is an important tool for incorporating environmental concerns at
the project inception/design stage level. The general objectives of the IEE Study are to
provide the following information.
 Baseline Data about the environment condition in the project area.
 Information on potential impacts of the project and the characteristics of the
impacts, magnitude and distribution.
 Information on potential mitigation measures to minimize the impacts.
 Preparation of Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan
 To provide an understanding of the environmental impacts of the project for
decision making.

1. Scope of Work:

Scope of work includes all the activities required under EPA Guidelines and national
legislation.

 Include the review of legal a

 Institutional framework.
  Describe the project perspective, components and activities.
 Establish baseline condition of effected environment.
 Identify, assess and evaluate key adverse environmental impacts that may result
from the activities of the project and address them.
 Identify, assess and recommend impact monitoring programs and compliance
auditing programs and estimate environmental cost.
 Prepare comprehensive Environmental Mitigation & Monitoring Plan (EMMP).
 Report all the findings and conclusion in the form of IEE Report which will lead
to conduct the public hearing.
1.1 Policy, Legal, and Administrative Framework:

The Consultant will review the National and local legal and institutional framework
within which the environmental assessment is to be carried out. It should also identify
project-relevant international environmental agreements to which the country is the party.

1.2 Description of the Project Perspective, Components & Activities:

The Consultant will provide description of project, project location, Objectives of the
project and need of the project including the benefits on various socio-economic
parameters. Comparison of Alternatives is also to be to be discussed in report. This will
also include the drawings and maps showing project layout, project components, project
site and project area of influence.

1.3 Establishment of Baseline Environmental Condition:

The Consultant will establish baseline conditions which will include analysis of ground
water quality, ambient air quality and noise level monitoring at suitable locations. Flora
& Fauna species present in the area and ecological setup will be described. Social
Surveys are to be conducted to establish socioeconomic conditions of the Study Area and
to confirm stakeholder’s participation. Concerns and opinion of stakeholders are required
to be addressed in IEE.

1.4 Assessment of Anticipated Environmental Impacts:

 The Consultant will assess the project likely positive and negative, direct and indirect
impacts to physical, biological in the project area of influence in quantitative terms to the
extent possible. The impacts will be evaluated during the design, construction and
operation stage of the project.

1.5 Mitigation Measures:

The Consultant shall explore the full range of possible mitigation measures to minimize
and control the various adverse impacts of the project. Detailed Environmental
Management Plan (EMP) including environmental impacts, tasks and responsibilities will
be prepared.
1.6 Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan:

The Consultant will prepare Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP)
to portray impacts, targets, mitigations and the responsible organizations for the
implementation of the mitigation measures during the pre-construction, construction and
operational stage of the project. A monitoring indicator and frequencies are also to be
included in the EMMP. Environmental Budget should also be allocated for the plan.

1.7 Preparation of IEE Report:

Finally, on the basis of above requirements the consultant will prepare the IEE Report
and will also provide any assistance required to get the approval for the relevant
department.