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Final Environmental Management Programme Report as part of the Basic Assessment for the proposed Skukuza Safari Lodge development and associated infrastructure in Skukuza, Kruger National Park

Technical Report: E-R-2015-03-17-2

Prepared by: Exigo

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Final Environmental Management Programme Report as part of the Basic Assessment for the proposed Skukuza Safari Lodge development and associated infrastructure in Skukuza, Kruger National Park

17 March 2015

Conducted on behalf of:

SANParks

Compiled by:

H Gildenhuys

R Kruger

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REPORT DISTRIBUTION LIST

Name Institution

Tracy-Lee Petersen Kruger National Park

Blake Schraader SANParks

Annemi van Jaarsveld SANParks

Government Departments See table

Registered parties See table

DOCUMENT HISTORY

Report no Date Version Status

E-R-2014-11-07 7 November 2014 1.0 Draft

E-R-2015-03-17-02 17 March 2015 2.0 Final

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Table of contents

1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 2

1.1. PURPOSE ...................................................................................................................................... 2 1.2. OBJECTIVES .................................................................................................................................... 2 1.3. SCOPE .......................................................................................................................................... 2 1.4. PHASES OF THE PROJECT .................................................................................................................... 4 1.4.1. PLANNING PHASE ......................................................................................................................... 4 1.4.2. CONSTRUCTION PHASE .................................................................................................................. 5 1.4.3. OPERATIONAL PHASE .................................................................................................................... 5

2. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................................ 5

2.1. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL OFFICER (ECO) ............................................................................................ 5 2.2. ADJUDICATING AUTHORITY’S INSPECTORATE ............................................................................................ 5 2.3. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER (EM) ....................................................................................................... 5 2.4. PROJECT MANAGER (PM) .................................................................................................................. 5 2.5. THE DEVELOPER/ PROJECT PROPONENT ................................................................................................. 6 2.6. THE CONTRACTOR OR SUB-CONTRACTORS ............................................................................................... 6

3. GREEN BUILDING PRINCIPLES ............................................................................................................. 6

4. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES CHECKLIST .................................................................... 7

5. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND AUDITING ............................................................................... 39

5.1. GENERAL MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT ......................................................................................... 39 5.2. SPECIFIC MONITORING REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................ 39 5.3. MONITORING PROTOCOL ................................................................................................................. 39 5.3.1. MONITORING REQUIREMENTS AND RECORD KEEPING ........................................................................... 40 5.3.2. CONSTRUCTION PHASE................................................................................................................. 40 5.3.3. OPERATIONAL PHASE .................................................................................................................. 41 5.4. AUDIT PROTOCOL .......................................................................................................................... 42 5.4.1. CONSTRUCTION PHASE................................................................................................................. 42 5.4.2. OPERATIONAL PHASE .................................................................................................................. 42 5.5. ENVIRONMENTAL INCIDENTS ............................................................................................................. 43 5.6. PENALTIES AND FINES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE OR MISCONDUCT .................................................................. 43 5.7. ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS ........................................................................................................... 44

6. CONCLUSIONS ................................................................................................................................. 45

7. REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................... 46

APPENDIX A ENVIRONMENTAL INCIDENT LOG .................................................................................... 47

APPENDIX B COMPLAINTS RECORD SHEET .......................................................................................... 49

APPENDIX C WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN.......................................................................................... 51

APPENDIX D BAT MANAGEMENT PLAN .............................................................................................. 52

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List of Tables

Table 1: Regulatory requirements and Report Structure ........................................................................ 3 Table 2: Management and Mitigation Measures – Planning Phase ....................................................... 8 Table 3: Management and Mitigation Measures – Construction Phase ............................................... 12 Table 4: Management and Mitigation Measures - Operational Phase ................................................. 29

Skukuza Safari Lodge: EMPr

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1. INTRODUCTION

This Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) contains guidelines, operating procedures and

rehabilitation/pollution control requirements which will ensure that the impacts of the development

are minimised and the positive benefits enhanced.

1.1. Purpose

This EMPr is to act as a flexible, standalone document and it is recommended that it must be

employed during all phases of the development. This document requires that responsibility,

accountability and commitment be promoted at all times by the developer/owner, the main

contractor and subcontractors.

Any non-compliance with the conditions set out in this EMPr will be regarded as an offence and will

consequently be dealt with in terms of the relevant Sections in the National Environmental

Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998) (NEMA). Environmental incidences and the handling

thereof, should be recorded by filling out the incidence logs, this responsibility should be taken up by

the Environmental Control Officer or Environmental Liaison Officer.

The process which was followed in compiling the EMPr is in compliance with the NEMA, and applies

the principles of Integrated Environmental Management (IEM).

1.2. Objectives

The main objective of Environmental Protection during construction and operation are:

To ensure that the proposed operations do not impact on water quality or quantity available

from local sources.

To prevent where possible, or otherwise minimise soil, air, noise, surface- and groundwater

pollution to acceptable levels.

To minimise disturbance to and destruction of habitat of flora and faunal species.

To minimise disturbances and destruction of heritage, archaeological and paleontological

sites (if present).

To minimise and control the production of waste and the effects of waste on the

environment; and to minimise the risk of accidental waste release and make provisions for

emergency situations.

To ensure compliance with relevant environmental legislation.

To ensure effective environmental management is implemented at the proposed operations

throughout the project lifespan.

1.3. Scope

In order to achieve the above objectives, the scope of the EMPr should include the following:


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Definition of the environmental management objectives to be realized during the life of a

project (i.e. pre-construction, construction, operation and/or decommissioning phases) in

order to enhance benefits and minimise adverse environmental impacts.

Description of the detailed actions needed to achieve these objectives, including how they will

be achieved, by whom, with what monitoring/verification, and to what target or performance

level. Mechanisms must also be provided to address changes in the project implementation,

emergencies or unexpected events, and the associated approval processes.

Clarification of institutional structures, roles, communication and reporting processes required

as part of the implementation of the EMPr.

Description of the link between the EMPr and associated legislated requirements.

Description of requirements for record keeping, reporting, review, auditing and updating of the

EMPr.

The scope of work is according to the requirements as stipulated in the EIA Regulations, Government

Notice No. R. 543 of 18 June 2010 (Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations). The EIA Regulations

stipulate the requirements for the content of draft environmental management programmes. The

scope of work in compiling this EMPr is cross referenced to the NEMA Requirements in Table 1 below:

Table 1: Regulatory requirements and Report Structure

No Requirement Comment

33 A Draft Environmental Management Programme must comply with section 24N of the Act and include -

(a) Details of –

(i) The person who prepared the environmental management

programme; and

(ii) The expertise of that person to prepare an environmental

management programme

This report was prepared

by Exigo Sustainability

(Exigo), acting as

independent

environmental

assessment practitioners.

Please Refer to Appendix

H of the BAR

(b) Information on any proposed management or mitigation measures that will be taken to address the

environmental impacts that have been identified in a report contemplated by these Regulations,

including environmental impacts or objectives in respect of –

(i) Planning and design; Please refer to Table 1

(ii) Pre-construction and construction activities; Please refer to Table 3

(iii) Operation or undertaking of the activity; Please refer to Table 4

(iv) Rehabilitation of the environment; and Please refer to Table 3

and Table 4

(v) Closure N/A

(c) A detailed description of the aspects of the activity that are covered by the

draft environmental management programme;

Refer to Section 4

(d) An identification of the persons who will be responsible for the

implementation of the measures contemplated in paragraph (b);

Refer to Section 4


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(e) Proposed mechanisms for monitoring compliance with and performance

assessment against the environmental management programme and

reporting thereon;

Refer to Section 5

(f) As far as is reasonably practicable, measures to rehabilitate the environment

affected by the undertaking of any listed activity or specified activity to its

natural or predetermined state or to a land use which conforms to the

generally accepted principle of sustainable development, including where

appropriate, concurrent or progressive rehabilitation measures.

Refer to Section 4

(g) A description of the manner in which it intends to –

(i) Modify, remedy, control or stop any action, activity or process

which causes pollution or environmental degradation;

Refer to Section 4

(ii) Remedy the cause of pollution or degradation and migration of

pollutants;

(iii) Comply with any prescribed environmental management standards

or practices;

(iv) Comply with any applicable provisions of the Act regarding closure,

where applicable;

N/A

(v) Comply with any provisions of the Act regarding financial provisions

for rehabilitation, where applicable.

N/A

(h) Time periods within which the measures contemplated in the environmental

management programme must be implemented;

Refer to Section 4

(i) The process for managing any environmental damage, pollution, pumping

and treatment of extraneous water or ecological degradation as a result of

undertaking a listed activity

Refer to Section 4

(j) An environmental awareness plan describing the manner in which –

(i) The applicant intend to inform his or her employees of any

environmental risk which may result from their work; and

(ii) Risks must be dealt with in order to avoid pollution or the

degradation of the environment;

Refer to Section 5.7 and

Table 2

(k) Where appropriate, closure plans, including closure objectives. N/A

1.4. Phases of the Project

The EMPr takes a pro-active route by addressing potential problems before they occur. This should

limit corrective measures required during the construction and operational phases of the

development. In particular, this EMPr deals with the following phases as detailed below:

1.4.1. Planning Phase

The EMPr offers an ideal opportunity to incorporate pro-active environmental management measures

with the goal of attaining sustainable development. Pro-active environmental measures minimize the

chance of impacts taking place during the construction and operational phase. There is still the chance

of accidental impacts taking place; however, through the incorporation of contingency plans (e.g. this

EMPr) during the planning phase, the necessary corrective action can be taken to further limit

potential impacts.

The planning phase includes the Basic Environmental Impact Assessment and authorisations period.

The outcome of this phase will be to receive all the relevant authorisations prior to starting with


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construction. This phase will also include planning the detailed designs. Refer to Table 2 for general

management measures.

1.4.2. Construction Phase

The majority of the impacts during this phase will have immediate effect (e.g. noise-, dust- and water

pollution). If the site is monitored as per the specialist recommendations during the construction

phase, it is possible to identify these impacts as they occur. These impacts will then be mitigated

through the contingency plans identified in the planning phase, together with a commitment to

sound environmental management from SANParks. Please refer to Table 3 for the construction

phase activities.

1.4.3. Operational Phase

By taking pro-active measures during the planning and construction phases, potential environmental

impacts emanating during the operational phase will be minimised. This, in turn, will minimise the

risk and reduce the monitoring effort, but it does not make monitoring obsolete. Please refer to

Table 4 for the operational phase activities.

2. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A number of role-players will be responsible to ensure responsible environmental practices as described

in this report are implemented on the proposed development site throughout each of the project cycles

and throughout the project lifespan.

Key individuals are briefly discussed in this section, and are identified in the table below where specific

responsibility is assigned to each.

2.1. Environmental Control Officer (ECO)

The ECO is appointed by the developer and is responsible for undertaking regular monitoring of site

activities.

2.2. Adjudicating Authority’s Inspectorate

The Inspectorate of the adjudicating authority may carry out ‘spot checks’ on the site.

2.3. Environmental Manager (EM)

The Environmental Manager (a SANParks employee) is responsible for the overseeing of the

environmental management of all aspects of the construction and operational phase of the development.

Will receive feedback from the ECO, and will approve any changes to the EMP, changes to the design etc.

will be responsible for overseeing any environmental incidents and the proper mitigation thereof.

2.4. Project Manager (PM)

The Project Manager (a SANParks employee) is responsible for the overseeing of the construction and


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activities associated with the development. Will receive feedback from the ECO, and will approve any

changes to the EMPr, changes to the design etc.

2.5. The Developer/ Project Proponent

The developer assumes overall responsibility of the development and its repercussions on the

environment. Duty of care in respect of environmental management as, inter alia, explained in the

National Environmental Management Act, Section 28 and other relevant provisions as contained in this

plus other applicable laws.

2.6. The Contractor or sub-contractors

All contractors have the responsibility to implement and adhere to the EMPr and ensure that the factors

which may compromise the achievements of the objectives of sustainable development and

environmentally responsible operations are brought to the attention of the project proponent. The

contractor must comply with all orders pertaining to environmental management issues (whether verbal

or written) given by the ECO or directly by the project proponent. Contractors also have the responsibility

to ensure that their employees are fully cognizant of, and abide by the EMPr. It is the service provider’s

responsibility to ensure that the works will comply with the specifications as set out in the management

plan. Operators should be properly trained and informed of operational and maintenance responsibilities

and environmental liabilities.

3. GREEN BUILDING PRINCIPLES

The aim of the involvement of the green consultants is to incorporate international best practice

principles and interventions in line with recognised and renowned green building rating systems as well

as SANS 1162:2011 Responsible tourism — Requirements. These best practices will be incorporated into

the following categories:

1. Sustainable sites

2. Water Efficiency

3. Energy and Atmosphere

4. Materials and resources

5. Indoor Environmental Quality

6. Socio-economic sustainability

These need to be included, when finalised, in the EMPr prior to construction. Please refer to Appendix J of

the BAR for more details.


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4. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES CHECKLIST

The following table forms the core of this EMPr for the planning, construction and operational phases of

this project. This table ought to be used as a checklist on site. During the construction phase, compliance

with this EMPr must be audited monthly.


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Table 2: Management and Mitigation Measures – Planning Phase

No Aspect / Impact /

Activity Impact (WOM)

Management Measure Impact (WM)

Responsible Person

Timeframe / Frequency

Checked

General Matters and Site Management

1. The Environmental Management Programme (EMPr)

Negligible The Resident Engineer (RE) will keep a copy of the EMPr and the Environmental Authorisation (EA) at the site during all phases of the proposed project.

The EMPr must be updated with the conditions contained in the EA.

It will be ensured that all parties employed at the project site are aware of the provisions of the EMPr and that these are legally binding. Employees must be taken through the EMPr and again if there are amendments or when new employees join.

Holiday makers and other visitors to the Rest Camp should be informed of the starting date of construction as well as the phases in which the construction shall take place. It is recommended that signage explaining the nature of the proposed development, timeframes involved, the nature of potential disruption to guests and activities in the camp, and contact details of a liaison official must be placed at key public areas such as the restaurant shop complex and reception area.

Adequate planning of the construction programme to allow for disruptions due to rain and very wet conditions.

Adequate planning of the construction programme to allow for periods of high occupancies in the Rest Camp such as school holiday periods. Construction (or certain high impact construction activities such as demolition) must be planned to occur outside of these periods if possible.

If any nearby adjacent accommodation units are to remain unused during the construction period, the relevant arrangements must be made with the KNP’s tourism division.

Negligible Environmental Manager(EM), RE and PM

Prior to construction


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Responsible Person


Checked

All green-design provisions must be finalised and included in the EMP prior to the onset of construction.

Deviations from the Site Development Plan and information should be approved by the Site Manager and the Project Manager (PM). Significant deviations have been reported to DEA with motivational information.

All layouts should be captured on an approved Site Development Plan

2. Contractors Negligible The contractor must sign that he has read and understands the EMP

The contractor should provide a programme for site establishment to the construction manager and ECO prior to commencement.

The contractor must ensure compliance with conditions described in the Environment Authorisation.

The contractor’s hard park and storage yard should be located at the designated area as specified by the construction manager (this must be located off-site in the Technical Services Area).

All the contractors must be made aware of the audit and monitoring requirements in the EMP

Any changes made to the EMP must be approved by the Environmental Manager

An Environmental Control Officer must be appointed

Appoint a local construction team and a suitable site manager.

Appoint an Environmental Liaison Officer.

As far as possible labourers should be drawn from the local market.

Negligible Contractor and EM



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Responsible Person


Checked

3. Clear Demarcations Negligible Before construction begins, all areas to be developed must be clearly demarcated with danger tape.

The ECO must induct all site personnel and contractors on the contents of the EMP.

The site should be demarcated into disturbed areas and not disturbed areas (‘No-Go’ areas). No Machinery; personnel, material, or equipment should enter the ‘No-Go’ areas.

No disturbance should be visible outside the demarcated area.

Vegetation that is not to be removed must be clearly demarcated

Negligible Contractor, ECO and EM


4. Environmental incidents

Negligible Records of all environmental incidents must be maintained and a copy of these records be made available to DEA on request throughout the project execution.

Confirm suitable sites for the construction camp (equipment and batching etc) and storage areas for materials, as well as site offices.

All construction equipment must be stored at the Technical Services storage area and all associated oil changes etc (no servicing) must take place within this area.

A complaints and stakeholder feedback system must be set up to address any complaints from guests and other stakeholders who may be affected by the proposed construction activities.

Negligible Contractor, EM and ECO

When necessary

5. Training of site Staff

Negligible Environmental awareness training for construction staff, concerning the prevention of accidental spillage of hazardous chemicals and oil; pollution of water resources (both surface and groundwater), air pollution and litter control and identification of archaeological artefacts.

Ensure that the training and capabilities of the Contractor’s site staff are adequate to carry out the designated tasks.

Negligible Contractor, PM, EM and ECO



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Responsible Person


Checked

Staff operating equipment (such as excavators, loaders, etc.) shall be adequately trained and sensitised to any potential hazards associated with their tasks.

No operator shall be permitted to operate critical items of mechanical equipment without having been trained by the Contractor and certified competent by the Project Management.

Staff should be educated as to the need to refrain from indiscriminate waste disposal and/or pollution of local soil and water resources and receive the necessary safety training


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Table 3: Management and Mitigation Measures – Construction Phase

No Aspect/ Impact/ Activity

Impact

(WOM))

Proposed Mitigation/management measures Impact

(WM))

Responsible Person


Checked

Ecological Impacts - Flora

1 Habitat destruction- Inside fenced areas: Clearing of vegetation for construction activities, construction of infrastructure, access roads etc.

Low • The removal of the isolated indigenous trees and shrubs must only occur on the footprint area of the development and not over the larger area. No trees may be trimmed or removed without the prior permission of SANParks.

• No trees should be removed inside the rest camp along pipeline servitudes or cable routes unless no other option remains.

• Conduct flora species search and rescue efforts before ground clearing begins in order to reduce negative impacts on species of concern; • Remove and relocate any plants of botanical or ecological significance as indicated by the ecologist or Environmental Control Officer (ECO); • Plant species that are easily transplanted and that occur on site must be used for the landscaping of the site after construction of the Safari Lodge. These species should be preserved at the “ex situ” Skukuza Nursery. These species include the three cycads on site as well as succulents (Adenium species, Zansevieria, Euphorbia, Stapelia spp.), flowering plants, ground covers, smaller trees and shrubs that were recently planted in the gardens. Larger trees must be moved and re-planted after construction but this would need specialized inputs from a landscape designer. • A list of plant species suitable to be planted in the gardens for the landscaping of the site is included in Appendix B while the Code of Conduct of the KNP (Appendix C) indicate specific rules for landscaping. The gardens must be designed to conserve water and the focus must therefore be on low maintenance rock gardens with succulents such as impala lilies in between the indigenous trees that must be preserved on site. Shrub species such as Combretum microphyllum and other climbers must be used as screenings against the sides of buildings and fences. Only indigenous trees that occur in the quarter degree grid of the Skukuza area and the surrounding habitats to be planted in the gardens of the lodge.

•Vegetation to be removed as it becomes necessary; • Clearly demarcate the entire development footprint prior to initial site clearance and prevent construction personnel from leaving the demarcated area; • Monitoring must be implemented during the construction phase of the development to ensure that minimal impact is caused to the flora of the area; • The ECO should advise the construction team in all relevant matters to ensure

Low Contractor, ECO and EM

Start of construction

2 Habitat destruction - Outside the camp periphery: Clearing of vegetation for construction activities, construction of infrastructure, access roads etc.

Moderate Low


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Impact

(WOM))


(WM))

Responsible Person


Checked

minimum destruction and damage to the environment. The ECO should enforce any measures that he/she deem necessary. Regular environmental training must be provided to construction workers to ensure the protection of the habitat, fauna and flora and their sensitivity to conservation;

• Limit pesticide use to non-persistent, immobile pesticides and apply in accordance with label and application permit directions and stipulations for terrestrial and aquatic applications. • All possible efforts must be made to ensure as little disturbance as possible to the sensitive habitats such as drainage channels during construction; • Only necessary damage must be caused and, for example, unnecessary driving around in the veld or bulldozing natural habitat must not take place; • Construction activities must remain within defined construction areas and the road servitudes. No construction / disturbance will occur outside these areas. • Use existing facilities (e.g., access roads, degraded areas) to the extent possible to minimize the amount of new disturbance.

3 Soil erosion - Inside fenced areas: Exposure of soils to rainfall and wind during construction

Low • Cover disturbed soils as completely as possible, using vegetation or other materials; • Minimize the amount of land disturbance and develop and implement stringent erosion and dust control practices. • Sediment trapping, erosion and stormwater control must be addressed by a civil engineer in a detailed stormwater management plan; • Protect sloping areas and drainage channel banks that are susceptible to erosion; • Ensure that there is no undue soil erosion resultant from activities within and adjacent to the construction camp and Work Areas; • Repair all erosion damage as soon as possible to allow for sufficient rehabilitation growth; • Gravel roads must be well drained in order to limit soil erosion.

Negligible Contractor, PM. EM and ECO

Throughout construction phase

4 Soil erosion- Outside the camp periphery: Exposure of soils to rainfall and wind during construction

Moderate Low

5 Spillages of harmful substances - All areas: Movement of vehicles on site during construction

Low • The Construction Waste Management Plan as detailed in Appendix C should be strictly followed.

• Any excess or waste material or chemicals must be removed from the site and discarded in an environmental friendly way. The ECO needs enforce this rule rigorously; • Hazardous chemicals to be stored on an impervious surface protected from rainfall and storm water run-off; • Spill kits must be on-hand to deal with spills immediately; • All vehicles must be inspected for oil and fuel leaks on a regular basis. Vehicle

Negligible Contractor, PM. EM and ECO



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Impact

(WOM))


(WM))

Responsible Person


Checked

maintenance yards on site must make provision for drip trays that will be used to capture any spills. Drip trays must be emptied into a holding tank and returned to the supplier. • Spillages or leakages must be treated according to an applicable procedure as determined by a plan of action for the specific type of disturbance.

6 Dust contamination - All areas: Exposure of soils to rainfall and wind during construction

High • Implement standard dust control measures, including periodic spraying (frequency will depend on many factors including weather conditions, soil composition and traffic intensity and must thus be adapted on an on-going basis) of construction areas, and ensure that these are continuously monitored to ensure effective implementation.

Low Contractor, PM. EM and ECO


7 Spread of alien invasive species - All areas: Continued movement of personnel and vehicles on and off the site during the construction phase, as well as occasional delivery of materials required for maintenance

Moderate • Control involves killing the plants present, killing the seedlings which emerge, and establishing and managing an alternative plant cover to limit re-growth and re-invasion. Weeds and invader plants will be controlled in the manner prescribed for that category by the CARA or in terms of Working for Water guidelines. The control of these species must even begin prior to the construction phase considering that small populations of these species was observed during the field surveys; • Institute strict control over materials brought onto site, which must be inspected for seeds of noxious plants and steps taken to eradicate these before transport to the site. Routinely fumigate or spray all materials with appropriate low-residual herbicides prior to transport to or in a quarantine area on site. The contractor is responsible for the control of weeds and invader plants within the construction site for the duration of the construction phase. Alien invasive tree species listed by the CARA regulations must be eradicated; • Rehabilitate disturbed areas as quickly as possible to reduce the area where invasive species would be at a strong advantage and most easily able to establish; • Institute a monitoring programme to detect alien invasive species early, before they become established and, in the case of weeds, before the release of seeds. Once detected, an eradication/control programme must be implemented to ensure that the species’ do not spread to surrounding natural ecosystems.

Low Contractor, PM. EM and ECO

Throughout construction phase- when neccessary

8 Negative effect of human activities on

Moderate • Staff must be accommodated in the staff village or outside of the KNP as required. No temporary accommodation must be erected on the site. A construction camp will be

Low Contractor, PM. EM and

Throughout construction


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Impact

(WOM))


(WM))

Responsible Person


Checked

flora-Outside the camp periphery: Construction of infrastructure, access roads etc.

built to accommodate construction workers. Adequate rubbish bins and sanitation facilities must also be provided to construction workers; • The ECO must regularly inspect the site, including storage facilities and compounds. A monitoring programme must also be implemented around these areas to detect alien invasive species early, before they become established and, in the case of weeds, before the release of seeds; • Educate construction workers regarding fire risks

ECO phase

9 Negative effect of human activities on flora - Inside fenced areas: Construction of infrastructure, access roads etc.

Low Negligible

Ecological Impacts - Fauna

10 Removal of indigenous trees and thicket in degraded areas - In and adjacent to fenced tourist camp: Lodge and new mini-substation

Moderate All trees must be identified, and their coordinates and status recorded, so that triage can be applied to remove only the least threatened and most common species in the Skukuza area, thereby retaining as much as possible of the existing plant types and communities. This applies particularly to trees that are national protected species (see Henning 2014). Wherever possible, alternative space within the development should be allocated for replacement through rehabilitation of the indigenous tree species and patches of thicket that had been removed during construction

Low PM/ EM and ECO

Once -off

11 Removal of natural vegetation for extension - In and adjacent to fenced tourist camp: Lodge staff dormitory units

Moderate • Where complete transformation of the existing natural vegetation is expected for the development, as for new housing (Site B) or for new worker's accommodation (Sites D&F), then only as much vegetation as is absolutely necessary needs to be removed. For sites where only some of the vegetation has to be removed, then again as much as possible needs be retained, with retention of large trees the highest priority. • Limit construction activities to daytime. • Minimize the use of earthmoving equipment that results in noise generation. • Construction staff must be restricted to an allocated area and must not gain access to sensitive habitat types nearby. • Provide adequate ablution facilities to avoid using natural/sensitive areas as toilets. The feeding, or leaving of food for animals, is strictly prohibited. Trapping, poisoning and/or shooting of animals is strictly forbidden. No domestic pets or livestock are permitted on the site during construction activities

Low PM/ EM and ECO


12 Removal of natural vegetation for extension - In and adjacent to fenced tourist camp: New offices to relocate W-for-W offices

Moderate Low

PM/ EM and ECO

Throughout construction


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Impact

(WOM))


(WM))

Responsible Person


Checked

13 Removal of any indigenous trees - In and adjacent to fenced tourist camp: New offices and stores for Sci. Services

Moderate Low phase

14 Removal of any indigenous trees and thicket - In and adjacent to fenced tourist camp: New water supply pipeline to lodge

Moderate • Record the plant species removed from and/or damaged within the servitude. • Pile topsoil separately during excavation of the pipeline trench. • Confine all activities to within the pipeline servitude. • Limit construction activities to daytime. • Minimize the use of earthmoving equipment that results in noise generation. • Chemicals and equipment for the treatment of fuel spillages must be available on site at all times. • Construction staff must be restricted to an allocated area and must not gain access to sensitive habitat types. • Provide adequate ablution facilities to avoid using natural/sensitive areas as toilets. • Minimise the number of vehicles using access roads. • Rehabilitate the servitude on completion by levelling with topsoil, replanting the same species composition of indigenous plants as was removed initially and caring for the plants until they become established.

Low PM/ EM and ECO


15 Removal of natural vegetation for extension - In eastern staff village area: Additional staff village housing units

High same as 11 Moderate PM/ EM and ECO


16 Removal of natural vegetation for extension - In eastern staff village area: Extension to 2/3-bedroom housing units

High Moderate


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Impact

(WOM))


(WM))

Responsible Person


Checked

17 Clearance of natural vegetation for extension - In eastern staff village area: Sewage pump extension

High Moderate

18 Control of runoff and pollution - In eastern staff village area: New tunnel, store and ablutions for plant nursery

High • Design around and protect any large trees within the open areas and site developments so that they do not require removal. • After construction, degraded sites must be rehabilitated using only species from the naturally occurring vegetation of the area and, where possible, new trees and/or thickets must be planted. • Rehabilitate existing open areas to habitats of better quality, especially around Sites P (west) & L that might support additional riparian habitats.

Low PM/ EM and ECO


19 Clearance of natural vegetation for extensions In eastern staff village area: Extension to water pump/ treatment unit

Low same as 14 Low PM/ EM and ECO


20 Removal of natural vegetation for extension In western staff and administrative compound areas: New worker's accommodation

Moderate same as 11 Moderate


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Impact

(WOM))


(WM))

Responsible Person


Checked

21 Clearance of natural vegetation for extensions In western staff and administrative compound areas: New water reservoir

Moderate Same as 14 Moderate PM/ EM and ECO


22 Disturbance of natural vegetation In areas connecting services to site: New Powerline connection

High Low

23 Disturbance of natural vegetation for laying of supplementary pipeline In areas connecting services to site: New water rising main to new reservoir

Moderate Low


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24 Disturbance of natural vegetation for laying of supplementary pipeline In areas connecting services to site: New sewage pipelines and anaerobic digester

Moderate Moderate

Ground and surface water

34 Increased stormwater run-off Potential pollution of the Sabie and N'waswitshaka Rivers, its tributaries and drainage lines due to dirty run-off from surfaced areas

Negligible The site must be managed in order to prevent pollution of drains, downstream watercourses or groundwater, due to suspended solids, silt or chemical pollutants.

Silt fences must be used to prevent any silt entering the stormwater drains, insofar as possible.

Promote water saving mind set with construction workers in order to ensure less water wastage.

New stormwater construction must be developed strictly according to specifications from engineers in order to ensure efficiency.

The installation of the stormwater system must take place as soon as possible to attenuate stormwater from the construction phase as well as the operation phase.

Grids / Litter traps should be placed at the entry point to drains and should be cleaned on a regular basis.

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Vegetation clearance must be done sequentially and protection berms constructed around stockpiled material. No stockpiled material to be placed or stored within drainage lines on site.

Stormwater from the site is to be connected to the existing stormwater system in Skukuza

Storage areas will be roofed in an impervious material, with a suitable overhang or side-cladding. Rainwater run-off will be channelled away from the storage area as required.

No paint products may be disposed of on the site. All paint containers will be removed from the park.

A painting control work instruction must be established for the site, including disposal of material and the washing of brushes / rollers.

Oil based paints and chemical additives and cleaners (e.g. thinners and turpentine) will be strictly controlled.

No refuelling will take place on site.

The Contractor will ensure that there is a supply of absorbent material (e.g. sawdust) readily available to absorb, break down and where possible encapsulate minor hydrocarbon spillage. The amount and type of absorbent material will be appropriate to the volumes of hydrocarbons kept on site.

Potential pollutants will be kept, stored, and used in such a manner that any escaped pollutants can be contained and the water table not endangered (e.g. bunded hydrocarbon storage area).

Spread absorbent material on all areas where oil spills are expected for the duration of the construction phase. This material is to be removed post-construction and disposed of in a responsible manner. Soils contaminated by minor hydrocarbon spills should be removed immediately to a designated hazardous waste storage bin to be removed off site and disposed of at a licensed facility. The manager waste and water to be informed of the procedure.

Hazardous materials will be disposed of at registered sites or handed to registered facilities for disposal / recycling. The manager of water and waste to be informed of procedure.

The Contractor will notify the Construction Manager and ECO immediately of any pollution incidents.


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No Maintenance of equipment will be performed on site or hard park.

No washing of plant may occur on the site or hard park.

The Contractor will ensure that if emergency plant maintenance occurs on site, that there is no contamination of the soil or vegetation (e.g. use of drip trays).

Drip trays must be used for stationary plant and for "parked" plant.

All vehicles and equipment will be kept in good working order and serviced regularly. Leaking equipment will be repaired immediately or removed from the site.

Ensure that facilities for the collection of hydraulic and other vehicle oils are provided within the hard park area.

Toilet facilities must be secured and supplied by the Contractor for the workers will occur at the following ratio: 1:15 (toilets per worker).

The entrances to the toilets will be adequately screened from public view.

These facilities will be maintained in a hygienic state and serviced regularly. Toilet paper will be provided by the contractor.

The Contractor will ensure that no spillage occurs when the toilets are cleaned or emptied and that the contents are removed from site by a licensed service provider.

Disposal of such waste to the park sewerage system as approved by the manager water and waste

Dish washing facilities will be provided. These may be very basic, but a process must be put in place to ensure that waste water is disposed of appropriately (see Showers below)

Should shower facilities be provided for use by staff staying on site, the following controls must be imposed:

Positioning of the shower and specifically its discharge point will be done to ensure that erosion and build up of detergents does not occur.

All discharge from the shower and other washing facilities must pass through a suitable filter to reduce the load of detergents to the environment.

Filtered water discharge may thereafter be released to the environment, but mechanisms will be investigated to ensure that the water is evenly dispersed so as to not lead to greening up and/or swampy conditions in one limited area.

Use of the shower facilities must be limited to staff or authorised persons only.

Stone chip, gravel excess and waste products will be collected and removed to


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designated storage areas.

Concrete will not be mixed directly on the ground or any other permeable surface.

In terms of housekeeping for all activities involving concrete (batching plant or smaller site specific mixing operations):

The batching / mixing area will be kept neat and clean at all times.

No batching / mixing activities will occur on a permeable surface.

All runoff from such areas will be strictly controlled, with contaminated water collected, stored / contained and disposed of at an approved waste disposal site.

Unused cement bags will be stored so as not to be affected by rain / runoff.

Used cement bags will be stored so as to prevent wind-blown dust and potential water contamination. Used bags will be disposed of regularly via the solid waste management system detailed previously.

To prevent pollution, contaminated waste wash water from cleaning of equipment and flushing of mixers will be discharged to the waste water collection system.

All visible remains of excess concrete will be physically removed on completion of the plastering or concrete pouring and disposed of in an acceptable manner.

35 Possible leakages and spillages Crossing of drainage lines with services

Negligible Minimize changes to natural drainage patterns and crossings to drainages. During construction through a crossing, the majority of the flow of the stream / river must be allowed to pass down the stream (i.e. no damming must be allowed to take place)

Negligible PM/Contractor EM and ECO


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36 Soil contamination by hydrocarbons Construction vehicle movement

Low Topsoil and subsoil to be protected from contamination.

Fuel and material storage must be away from stockpiles.

Contaminated soil must be contained and disposed of off-site at a licensed landfill site



37 Siltation of watercourses Uncontrolled stormwater run-off

Low Silt fences must be used to prevent any silt entering the stormwater drains, insofar as possible. This measure must be installed on all parts of the site.

Refer to mitigation under water.



Air quality

38 Dust emissions Demolition of existing buildings

Low Wheel washing and damping down of un-surfaced and un-vegetated areas, taking water saving into account.

Retention of vegetation where possible will reduce dust travel

Excavations and other clearing activities must only be done during agreed working times and permitting weather conditions to avoid drifting of sand and dust into adjacent areas where guest accommodation is located.

The Contractor shall be responsible for dust control on site to ensure no nuisance is caused for sensitive receptors, especially the guests being accommodated in the closest units.

Any complaints or claims emanating from the lack of dust control shall be attended to immediately by the Contractor and ECO.

Soil stockpiles will be located in sheltered areas to limit the erosive effect of the wind



39 Dust and VOC emissions Heavy equipment, dust and exhaust fumes

Low Negligible

Heritage Impacts


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40 Destruction of site of Archaeological importance

High The baobabs will be preserved within the lodge design

Should remains and/or artefacts be discovered on the site during earthworks, all work will cease in the area affected and the Contractor will immediately inform the Construction Manager. The Project manager will inform the Environmental Manager, ECO, South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA), and the South African Police Service should if these appear to be human remains.



Noise Impacts

41 Construction machinery noise Ground works

Negligible o Construction activities are to be contained to reasonable hours during the day. No night-time construction activities (after 18h00) must be allowed. No construction must be allowed on weekends from 14h00 on Saturday afternoons to 06h00 the following Monday morning. o SANS 10103 and the National Noise Control Regulations must be used as the main guidelines for addressing the potential noise impact on this project. o With regard to unavoidable very noisy construction activities in the vicinity of noise sensitive areas, these must be screened off with acoustic screens, where possible. If no acoustic screening is used during exceptionally noisy construction times, prior warning to guests would be extremely important. Construction activities generating output levels of 85 dB or more will be confined to the hours 06h00 to 17h00 Mondays to Fridays. o It is highly recommended that the closest tourist accommodation units to the sites should remain unoccupied during the nosiest periods such as when demolition activities are occurring. o As construction workers operate in a very noisy environment, it must be ensured that their working conditions comply with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act No 85 of 1993). Where necessary ear protection gear must be worn. o Ambient noise levels must not exceed within reason the acceptable standards for a suburban residential district as mentioned above or at most must not exceed the levels for an urban residential district, namely 55dBA during the day and 45dBA during the night, except in exceptional circumstances and then properly controlled under the guidance of the ECO. o Noisy operations should be combined so that they occur where possible at the same



42 Construction machinery and demolition noise Demolition of existing buildings

Negligible Negligible

43 Construction workers making noise Contractors on site



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time. o Loitering from construction workers will not be tolerated. Noise from workers must be strictly controlled.

Visual Impact

46 Visibility of the construction site - Lodge - landscape of moderate value

High As little vegetation as possible be removed for the construction of the proposed Project.

The dense vegetation forms a good visual screen and if too much vegetation is removed it could create openings from where the activities will be seen.

Ensure, wherever possible, all existing natural vegetation is retained and incorporated into the site rehabilitation and landscape design. Earthworks

Dust suppression techniques should be in place at all times during the construction, operational, the decommissioning and closure phases.

Only the footprint and a small ‘construction buffer zone’ around the proposed Project should be exposed. In all other areas, the natural vegetation should be retained. Architecture

Sympathetic and high quality design which will provide a sensitive solution to the integration of the lodge and supporting infrastructure proposals into the local environments.

Paint buildings and structures with colours that reflect and complement the natural browns and dark greens of the surrounding landscape. Avoid pure light colours and pure blacks.

To reduce the potential of glare external surfaces of buildings and structures should be articulated or textured to create interplay of light and shade. Landscaping

Vegetation screens (combination of indigenous evergreen trees and shrubs) can be

Moderate PM/Contractor EM and ECO


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planted along the boundaries of the sites (specifically the lodge site) to screen sensitive viewing areas. Please note that when planting a vegetation screen the screen should be as close as possible to the sensitive viewer. It is therefore suggested that the screen be planted along the boundary of the site in order to screen the view from tourists. The vegetation screen will partially screen views towards the lodge but it will become more effective with time as the trees and shrubs mature

The proposed wooden latte fence will also screen views and it needs to be established early on in the project construction phase along with the landscaping proposed along the north and eastern sections of the site. Site structures during construction must be fitted with cladding/or materials of colouring to ensure reduced reflection and visual pollution

It is also proposed that ‘islands’ to the south of the Conference Centre be landscaped to further screen the lodge and the centre from views from the camp’s entrance road.

A registered Professional Landscape Architect should assist with the final design of a landscape plan for the lodge site and environs.

Only vegetation indigenous to the area should be used for rehabilitation / landscaping purposes to increase the biodiversity and ecological value and habitat interest of the study area

Rehabilitate/restore exposed areas as soon as possible after construction activities are complete. Access Roads

During construction, operation, decommissioning and closure of the Project, access roads will require an effective dust suppression management programme, such as the use of non-polluting chemicals that will retain moisture in the road surface

Where a paved road surface is required, paving materials with ‘earthy’ tones that complement the natural red/brown colours and textures of the soils in the area should be used. Lighting

Light pollution should be seriously and carefully considered and kept to a minimum wherever possible as light at night travels great distances. Post top lights and lights


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giving off a general glare or a spotlight effect should be avoided.

The negative impact of night lighting can be mitigated using the following methods:

Construction lighting will be sufficient for security but not constitute light pollution to the surrounding areas.

Lighting should not constitute a hazard to Kruger National Park traffic

Install light fixtures that provide precisely directed illumination to reduce light “spillage” beyond the immediate surrounds of the lodge.

Avoid high pole top lighting along the periphery of the site, in parking areas and at the entrance to the lodge.

Use lighting in the external corridor to the rooms along the northern edge of the lodge that are activated with movement i.e. they are mostly off and ensure that there is no glare (to the north) from these lights.

Socio-Economic Impacts

51 Job creation The creation of new employment opportunities at the Lodge

Moderate (Positive)

Create attractive conference packages which include park and ride and accommodation.

Employ and train local labour as far as possible.

Further enhance the Secondary stimulation of the development of SMME’s (tourism curio market for example).

Moderate (Positive)

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53 Skills development and improvement of employability On-the-job training along aimed at skilling employees will contribute towards human capital development and improving workers’ employability and chances to find employment outside the project.

Moderate (Positive)

Moderate (Positive)


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Table 4: Management and Mitigation Measures - Operational Phase

No Activity/Aspect Impact

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Ecology - Fauna

25 Movement, noise, light, water, disturbance Operation of the Safari Lodge, sleep over rooms and mini substation

Moderate • Movement, noise, light, water and noise pollution: • Minimize outside lighting. Invertebrates flying at night are attracted to lights, and lights must be kept to a minimum. All outside lighting must be directed away from sensitive areas. Fluorescent and mercury-vapour lighting must be avoided and sodium-vapour (yellow) lights must be used wherever possible. • Noise, light and movement pollution of sensitive areas must be avoided so as not to impact on activities of nocturnal species. Availability of food scraps: • Scraps of food left from catering and/or tourist activity are attractive to a variety of animals. Official SANParks policy is to prohibit tourists from deliberately feeding animals, and to operate efficient waste disposal practices throughout their management structures. However, birds and primates in particular can be seen moving long distances into Skukuza rest camp from the natural habitats outside, especially in winter when productivity is at its lowest, coming to feed at the high density of fruiting trees planted in rest camp and from food scraps made inadvertently or deliberately available. While the presence of many tame and colourful birds is an attraction for the tourists, waste management procedures need to be carefully implemented at the conference lodge to avoid attraction of such nuisance animals as monkeys.

• Baboon proof dustbins must be installed to limit access to food waste. • There should be a daily fence inspection by the Maintenance Officer to close any holes or repair the fence. • Cattle grids must be installed at the entrance gate to the camp.

• The Bat Management Plan attached to Appendix D of the EMP should be implemented. • Note that the tourist and staff accommodation developments have the potential to improve their natural footprints for support of bird, other animal and plant life, through careful landscaping, protection of trees, creation of thickets and enhancement of productivity by artificial watering. Control of maintenance visits:

Negligible EM When necessary

26 Operation of the Safari Lodge, sleep over rooms Food scraps


27 Maintenance visits Power supply to lodge


28 Movement, noise, light, water, disturbance Additional staff housing units

Low Negligible

29 Movement, noise, light disturbance, water, New offices and stores

Low Negligible

30 Maintenance visits Sewage pump, pipeline and digester


31 Additional run-off/seepage Sewage pump, pipeline and digester



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32 Maintenance visits Additional water pump, reservoir and pipelines

Negligible • Maintenance visits to the pipelines (and any other sites) must make use of existing roads and tracks wherever possible, to minimize degradation of natural habitats alongside or rehabilitated within the pipeline servitudes. Where possible, maintenance checks and repairs should be done on foot. • Chemicals and equipment for the treatment of fuel spillages must be available on site at all times. Control of additional runoff and seepage: • The exposed soil and slope of the proposed plant nursery extension (Site I) will produce more water flow than natural, and the design must ensure that this can be absorbed and or controlled before entering the Lake Panic drainage line. Runoff control must also be planned around all new building sites and paved areas. • The transformation of dry bushveld into areas of open water (dams) and patches of wetland vegetation (reeds) will have a positive effect in the sense of creating a patch of wetland habitat that serves as an extension of the riverine habitats along the Sabie River. Of course, this effect will favour a water bird community and moisture-reliant herpetofauna year-round that did not exist previously on this site.

Negligible

33 Additional run-off/seepage Additional water pump, reservoir and pipelines


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34 Increased stormwater run-off Potential pollution of the Sabie and N'waswitshaka Rivers, its tributaries and drainage lines due to dirty run-off from surfaced areas

Negligible The site must be managed in order to prevent pollution of drains, downstream watercourses or groundwater, due to suspended solids, silt or chemical pollutants. Silt fences must be used to prevent any silt entering the stormwater drains, insofar as possible. Promote water saving mind set with construction workers in order to ensure less water wastage. New stormwater construction must be developed strictly according to specifications from engineers in order to ensure efficiency. The installation of the stormwater system must take place as soon as possible to attenuate stormwater from the construction phase as well as the operation phase. Grids / Litter traps must be placed at the entry point to drains and must be cleaned on a regular basis. Vegetation clearance must be done sequentially and protection berms constructed around stockpiled material. No stockpiled material to be placed or stored within drainage lines on site. Stormwater from the site is to be connected to the exsisting stormwater system in Skukuza Storage areas will be roofed in an impervious materia, with a suitable overhang or side-cladding. Rainwater run-off will be channelled away from the storage area as required. No paint products may be disposed of on the site. All paint containers will be removed from the park. A painting control work instruction must be established for the site, including disposal of material and the washing of brushes / rollers. Oil based paints and chemical additives and cleaners (e.g. thinners and turpentine) will be strictly controlled. No refuelling will take place on site. The Contractor will ensure that there is a supply of absorbent material (e.g. sawdust) readily available to absorb, break down and where possible encapsulate minor hydrocarbon spillage. The amount and type of absorbent material will be appropriate to the volumes of hydrocarbons kept on site. Potential pollutants will be kept, stored, and used in such a manner that any escaped pollutants can be contained and the water table not endangered (e.g. bunded hydrocarbon storage area).

Negligible EM/PM Contractor Beginning of operations and then check when necessary


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Spread absorbent material on all areas where oil spills are expected for the duration of the construction phase. This material is to be removed post-construction and disposed of in a responsible manner. Soils contaminated by minor hydrocarbon spills must be removed immediately to a designated hazardous waste storage bin to be removed off site and disposed of at a licensed facility. The manager waste and water to be informed of the procedure. Hazardous materials will be disposed of at registered sites or handed to registered facilities for disposal / recycling. The manager of water and waste to be informed of procedure. The Contractor will notify the Construction Manager and ECO immediately of any pollution incidents. • No Maintenance of equipment will be performed on site or hard park. • No washing of plant may occur on the site or hard park. • The Contractor will ensure that if emergency plant maintenance occurs on site, that there is no contamination of the soil or vegetation (e.g. use of drip trays). • Drip trays must be used for stationary plant and for "parked" plant. • All vehicles and equipment will be kept in good working order and serviced regularly. Leaking equipment will be repaired immediately or removed from the site. • Ensure that facilities for the collection of hydraulic and other vehicle oils are provided within the hard park area. • Toilet facilities must be secured and supplied by the Contractor for the workers will occur at the following ratio: 1:15 (toilets per worker). • The entrances to the toilets will be adequately screened from public view. • These facilities will be maintained in a hygienic state and serviced regularly. Toilet paper will be provided by the contractor. • The Contractor will ensure that no spillage occurs when the toilets are cleaned or emptied and that the contents are removed from site by a licensed service provider. • Disposal of such waste to the park sewerage system as approved by the manager water and waste • Dish washing facilities will be provided. These may be very basic, but a process must be put in place to ensure that waste water is disposed of appropriately (see Showers below).


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• Should shower facilities be provided for use by staff staying on site, the following controls must be imposed: • Positioning of the shower and specifically its discharge point will be done to ensure that erosion and build-up of detergents does not occur. • All discharge from the shower and other washing facilities must pass through a suitable filter to reduce the load of detergents to the environment. • Filtered water discharge may thereafter be released to the environment, but mechanisms will be investigated to ensure that the water is evenly dispersed so as to not lead to greening up and/or swampy conditions in one limited area. • Use of the shower facilities must be limited to staff or authorised persons only. • Stone chip, gravel excess and waste products will be collected and removed to designated storage areas.

• Concrete will not be mixed directly on the ground or any other permeable surface. In terms of housekeeping for all activities involving concrete (batching plant or smaller site specific mixing operations): • The batching / mixing area will be kept neat and clean at all times. • No batching / mixing activities will occur on a permeable surface. All runoff from such areas will be strictly controlled, with contaminated water collected, stored / contained and disposed of at an approved waste disposal site. Unused cement bags will be stored so as not to be affected by rain / runoff. Used cement bags will be stored so as to prevent windblown dust and potential water contamination. Used bags will be disposed of regularly via the solid waste management system detailed previously. To prevent pollution, contaminated waste wash water from cleaning of equipment and flushing of mixers will be discharged to the waste water collection system. All visible remains of excess concrete will be physically removed on completion of the plastering or concrete pouring and disposed of in an acceptable manner.

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37 Siltation of watercourses Uncontrolled stormwater run-off

Low Silt fences must be used to prevent any silt entering the stormwater drains, insofar as possible. This measure must be installed on all parts of the site.

Refer to mitigation under water.

Negligible Contractor Once-off

Noise Impacts

44 Visitors and staff making noise Additional people and vehicle movement around the Skukuza camp site

Negligible Behaving in an offensive, improper, indecent or disorderly manner including the playing of any radio, compact disc player, music system, musical system or instrument, or in any way cause of any noise in any manner likely to disturb any species or specimen or other person must be strictly prohibited and should be fined if not adhered to.

Negligible EM When necessary

45 Noise from air conditioning and Refrigeration Operation of the lodge and other facilities

Negligible High quality air-conditioning equipment must be installed. High quality refrigeration compressors should be installed. Equipment with the best noise rating should be used. Outside building installation should be acoustically encapsulated.

Negligible PM Once-off

Visual Impact

47 Visibility of the Lodge - landscape of moderate value

Moderate Earthworks

• Ensure, wherever possible, all existing natural vegetation is retained and incorporated into the site rehabilitation and landscape design. • The minimum amount of existing vegetation and topsoil must be removed from construction areas. Ensure, wherever possible, all existing natural vegetation is retained and incorporated into the site design. Eradication of vegetation must be done in ‘natural manner’, avoiding harsh straight lines.

• The dense vegetation forms a good visual screen and if too much vegetation is removed it could create openings from where the activities will be seen. • Avoid high pole top security lighting along the periphery of the site and use only lights that are activated on illegal entry to the site. • Light public movement areas (pathways and roads) with low level ‘bollard’ type lights and avoid post top lighting. • Landscape the periphery of the site along its northern and eastern edges. • Dust suppression techniques must be in place at all times during the

Low PM, Contractor and EM

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construction, operational, the decommissioning and closure phases. • Only the footprint and a small ‘construction buffer zone’ around the proposed Project should be exposed. In all other areas, the natural vegetation must be retained.

• Rehabilitate/restore exposed areas as soon as possible after construction activities are complete.

Architecture • Sympathetic and high quality design which will provide a sensitive solution to the integration of the lodge and supporting infrastructure proposals into the local environments. • Paint buildings and structures with colours that reflect and complement the natural browns and dark greens of the surrounding landscape. Avoid pure light colours and pure blacks. • To reduce the potential of glare external surfaces of buildings and structures must be articulated or textured to create interplay of light and shade.

• The cap on the thatch (if used) must be of a dark colour such as charcoal grey or gunship grey as per the mitigation measures for building colour.

• Paint buildings and structures with colours that reflect and complement the natural browns and dark greens of the surrounding landscape. Avoid pure light colours and pure blacks. • To reduce the potential of glare external surfaces of buildings and structures must be articulated or textured to create interplay of light and shade. • Where a paved road surface is required, paving materials with ‘earthy’ tones that complement the natural red/brown colours and textures of the soils in the area must be used. Landscaping • Vegetation screens (combination of indigenous evergreen trees and shrubs) must be planted along the boundaries of the sites (specifically the lodge site) to screen sensitive viewing areas. Please note that when planting a vegetation screen the screen should be as close as possible to the sensitive viewer. It is therefore suggested that the screen be planted along the boundary of the site in order to screen the view from tourists. The vegetation screen will partially screen views towards the lodge but it will


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become more effective with time as the trees and shrubs mature • The proposed wooden latte fence will also screen views and it needs to be established early on in the project construction phase along with the landscaping proposed along the north and eastern sections of the site. Site structures during construction must be fitted with cladding/or materials of colouring to ensure reduced reflection and visual pollution • It is also proposed that ‘islands’ to the south of the Conference Centre be landscaped to further screen the lodge and the centre from views from the camp’s entrance road. • A registered Professional Landscape Architect should assist with the final design of a landscape plan for the lodge site and environs. • Only vegetation indigenous to the area must be used for rehabilitation / landscaping purposes to increase the biodiversity and ecological value and habitat interest of the study area • Rehabilitate/restore exposed areas as soon as possible after construction activities are complete. Access Roads • During construction, operation, decommissioning and closure of the Project, access roads will require an effective dust suppression management programme, such as the use of non-polluting chemicals that will retain moisture in the road surface • Where a paved road surface is required, paving materials with ‘earthy’ tones that complement the natural red/brown colours and textures of the soils in the area must be used. Lighting Light pollution must be seriously and carefully considered and kept to a minimum wherever possible as light at night travels great distances. Post top lights and lights giving off a general glare or a spotlight effect must be avoided. The negative impact of night lighting can be mitigated using the following methods: •Construction lighting will be sufficient for security but not constitute light pollution to the surrounding areas.

•Lighting must not constitute a hazard to Kruger National Park traffic •Install light fixtures that provide precisely directed illumination to reduce


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light “spillage” beyond the immediate surrounds of the lodge. • Avoid high pole top lighting along the periphery of the site, in parking areas and at the entrance to the lodge. • Use lighting in the external corridor to the rooms along the northern edge of the lodge that are activated with movement i.e. they are mostly off and ensure that there is no glare (to the north) from these lights.

• The lightning protection technology that will be used must have a limited height as per the latest technology available (refer to comments and response report).

•A pre-construction baseline of light impact must be developed as part of the ECO duties from various points, including, but not limited to the 6 points of concern raised by the Tinga Concession indicated below:

•A follow up audit should take place during construction once electrical installations are complete, but before completion and operation of the same from the same points.

•Any light impacts noted above must be rectified prior to operation.

• The annual operational audit described in the EMP for two years after operations commenced must include an audit with regards to the impact from light pollution from the points specified above.

• It is recommended that SANParks should have a yearly forum meeting with Tinga in order to discuss any issues of concern raised by both parties.

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50 Increased vehicle movement Traffic impact from additional traffic related to the lodge development

Moderate The following mitigation measures must be investigated:

• Park-and-ride facility at Paul Kruger Gate. • Reducing the number of Day Visitors at Paul Kruger Gate. • The provision of an alternative route for Road H11 between Skukuza and Road S1. • The selling of package deals for the conference facility with accommodation and transport

Low PM Once-off planning and implementation

Socio-Economic Impacts

52 The creation of new employment opportunities at the Lodge

High (Positive)

Create attractive conference packages which include park and ride and accommodation.

Employ and train local labour as far as possible.

Further enhance the Secondary stimulation of the development of SMME’s (tourism curio market for example).

High (Positive)

PM Once-off planning and implementation over duration of operational phase

54 Skills development and improvement of employability On-the-job training along aimed at skilling employees will contribute towards human capital development and improving workers’ employability and chances to find employment outside the project.

High(Positive)

High (Positive)


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5. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND AUDITING

DEAT (2004) defines environmental auditing as “a process whereby an organisation’s environmental

performance is tested against its environmental policies and objectives.” Monitoring and auditing is an

essential environmental management tool which is used to assess, evaluate and manage environmental

and sustainability issues:

In order to ensure that the objectives of sustainable development and integrated environmental

management are met and in order to obtain data which can inform continuous improvement of

environmental practices at the site (adaptive management), monitoring and reporting will be an essential

component of the proposed operations.

Monitoring and management actions associated with the project are contained in Section 5 of this report

as well as in the various specialist reports associated with this project. This section provides a summary

of the critical monitoring aspects per specific environmental field.

5.1. General Monitoring and Management

The appointment of a suitably qualified on-site Environmental Control Officer (ECO) is essential to the

successful implementation of this project, although this role can be fulfilled by the SHE Representative.

The ECO will be responsible for the implementation of the EMP, applicable environmental legislation and

any stipulations/conditions set by the relevant competent authorities (including but not limited to the

DEA and DWA). The Environmental officer will conduct formal monthly site inspections and conduct an

internal annual audit.

An independent Environmental Control Officer (ECO) must also be appointed to conduct bi-annual (6

monthly) audits for the duration of the construction phase. The Independent ECO should monitor the

success and effective implementation of the environmental management measures stipulated by

applicable legislation, the EIA, and EMP, and any conditions set by the competent authorities. Following

each site visit, the ECO must submit a report to the DEA documenting the success/failure of the

implementation of the management measures at the operations.

5.2. Specific Monitoring Requirements

Monitoring of the proposed development (both on site and where appropriate in the surrounding

environments) should be considered a high priority and should be conducted in accordance with the

relevant specialist recommendations as summarized below:

5.3. Monitoring Protocol

It is essential that during the construction and operational phase of the proposed development that the

monitoring of certain elements are carried out to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies. A monitoring

protocol for both the construction phase and the operational phase will be required. The monitoring only

includes those activities identified in the EMPr and excludes any monitoring that should take place

according to the water use license if and when it will be authorized.


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5.3.1. Monitoring Requirements and Record Keeping

To ensure that the procedures outlined throughout the EMPr are implemented effectively it will be

necessary to monitor the implementation of the EMPr and evaluate the success of achieving the

objectives listed in the EMPr. To ensure that all personnel on site are aware of their obligation to protect

the environment, induction training will also include environmental awareness.

The audit procedure will include a Compliance audit, conducted by the Environmental Control Officer.

Where the objectives of the EMPr are not being met the reasons will be determined and remedial action

or variation to the tasks will be recommended. Major residual effects shall be documented in a Non-

Conformance Report, during the construction phase. Follow-up audits will be conducted as per the audit

protocol in the EMPr.

5.3.2. Construction phase

The following monitoring needs to be conducted:

1. Ecological Monitoring

Institute a monitoring programme to detect alien invasive species early, before they become

established and, in the case of weeds, before the release of seeds.

Environmental monitoring of environmental aspects should be implemented during the

construction phase of the development to ensure that minimal impact is caused to the fauna

and flora of the area.

Monitoring of threatened and near-threatened species and species that have been subject to

elevated levels of utilization (e.g. medicinal plants and species utilised for fuel wood) should

be conducted.

The occurrence of common disturbances such as fire and episodic disturbances (e.g. floods)

should be recorded since these have huge impacts on ecosystems. However, some plant

species require fire for persistence. The extent (size of the area affected), and timing (date of

occurrence) should be recorded. Causes of disturbances such as fire should be recorded.

2. Heritage

A careful watching brief monitoring process should be implemented for the detection of

any subsurface paleontological / archaeological material during construction.

3. Surface-and groundwater

Visual monitoring in the form of site inspections should be conducted to determine

whether the following management measures are being implemented at site:

o Hazardous substances (hydrocarbons) are stored and handled in a bunded area

with an impervious floor.

o Water falling on areas polluted with oil/diesel or other hazardous substances is

contained.


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o Construction vehicles are inspected for oil and fuel leaks.

o Used oil and other waste products are disposed of in an accepted way –

preferably removed from the site and recycled.

o Vehicle maintenance yards are not situated in close proximity to water courses.

o Refuelling stations on site are constructed so as to prevent spillage of fuel or oil

onto the soil.

o Measures to ensure that any accidental spillages can be contained and cleaned

up promptly are in place.

o Asphalt and concrete are mixed in areas which have been specifically demarcated

for these purposes.

o All spilled asphalt and concrete is promptly removed to an approved disposal

site.

o After mixing is complete; all waste is removed from the batching area and

disposed of at an approved disposal site.

o No storm water is permitted to flow through the batching site.

o Batching areas are enclosed by a bunded wall.

o The construction camp is not situated in close proximity to water courses (if

applicable).

o Chemical latrines are provided at the construction camp and along the rest of the

site where construction activities may take place.

4. Visual

A pre-construction baseline of light impact must be developed as part of the ECO duties

from various points, including, but not limited to the 6 points of concern raised by the

Tinga Concession.

A follow up audit should take place during construction once electrical installations are

complete, but before completion and operation of the same from the same points.

Any light impacts noted above must be rectified prior to operation.


The following monitoring must be conducted

1. Ecological

Alien plant infestation should be monitored to determine the proportion of the surface

area of the study area covered by alien plants; and identify which plant species are


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problematic and should be controlled.

The occurrence of common disturbances such as fire and episodic disturbances (e.g.

floods) should be recorded since these have huge impacts on ecosystems. However, some

plant species require fire for persistence. The extent (size of the area affected), and timing

(date of occurrence) should be recorded. Causes of disturbances such as fire should be

recorded.

2. Surface-and groundwater

Visual monitoring in the form of site inspections must be conducted to determine whether

the following management measures are being implemented at site:

o Regular inspections of pipelines should be conducted to determine if there are any

leaks.

o Maintenance of storm water infrastructure is undertaken regularly. Damage to

storm water infrastructure is undertaken after major flood events and material that

restricts water flow is removed from culverts and drains.

3. Visual

The annual operational audit for two years after operations commenced must include an

audit with regards to the impact from light pollution from the points specified above.

5.4. Audit Protocol

It is essential that during the construction and operational phases of the proposed development, the

monitoring and auditing of certain elements are carried out to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.

An Audit Protocol for both the construction phase and the actual operational phase will be required. The

auditing only includes those activities identified in the EIA and excludes any auditing that should take

place according to the water use license or any other legislative authorization process if and when they

will be authorized.

5.4.1. Construction phase

The following audits need to be completed:

1. EMPr compliance (on a monthly basis): to be checked by an on-site Environmental Control Officer

(ECO).

2. EMPr compliance (on an bi-annual basis – 6 monthly): to be checked by an independent

Environmental Control Officer (ECO).


The following audits must be completed:

1. Annual external environmental compliance audits (ROD and EMPr) for two years after operations

have commenced – Independent Environmental Control Officer (ECO).


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5.5. Environmental incidents

An environmental incident is defined as any unplanned event that results in actual or potential damage to

the environment, whether of a serious or non-serious nature. An incident may involve non-conformance

with environmental legal requirements, the requirements of the EMP, or contravention of written or

verbal orders given by the ECO or relevant authority.

In the event of any incident, an Environmental Incident Log should be completed and these reports

should be kept on file by the Environmental Manager. Such reports should provide the following details:

Date of the Incident (and time if relevant)

Description of the nature of the incident (what happened)

Explanation for current conditions (why it happened), responsible person, supporting

photographs etc.

Description of corrective actions taken

Corrective action to mitigate the impact (appropriate to the nature and scale of the incident) should be

conducted immediately and affected parties notified.

In the case of serious incidents or emergencies, the incident report should be sent to the relevant

authority as soon as possible after the incident has been recorded.

5.6. Penalties and Fines for Non-Compliance or Misconduct

This EMPr forms part of the contract agreement between the Client and the Principal contractor. As such,

non-compliance with conditions of the EMPr will amount to a breach of contract. Penalties will be issued

directly to the PC by the ECO in the event of non-compliance to the EMPr specifications. The issuing of a

penalty will be preceded by a verbal warning by the ECO, as well as strict instruction in at least one

monthly ECO report to rectify the situation. The ECO and PC will communicate with regards to realistic

time-frames for possible rectification of the contravention, and possible consequences of continued non-

compliance to the EMPr.

Penalties incurred do not preclude prosecution under any other law. Cost of rehabilitation and/or repair

of environmental resources that were harmed by the actions of the PC if such actions were in

contravention of the specifications of the EMPr will be borne by the PC himself. Penalties may be issued

over and above such costs. The repair or rehabilitation of any environmental damage caused by non-

compliance with the EMPr cannot be claimed in the Contract Bill, nor can any extension of time be

claimed for such works. Penalty amounts shall be deducted from Certificate payments made to the

Contractor.

The following categories of non-compliance are an indication of the severity of the contravention, and the

fine or penalty amounts may be adjusted depending on the seriousness of the infringement.

Category One – Acts of non-compliance that are unsightly, a nuisance or disruptive to

adjacent landowners, existing communities, tourists or persons passing through the area.


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Category Two – Acts of non-compliance that cause minor environmental impact or

localised disturbance.

Category Three – Acts of non-compliance that affect significant environmental impact

extending beyond point source.

Category Four – Acts of non-compliance that result in major environmental impact

affecting large areas, site character, protected species or conservation areas

5.7. Environmental awareness

Environmental awareness training is critical for two primary reasons:

a) The workforce must understand how they can play a role in achieving the objectives

specified in the EMP; and

b) The workforce must understand their obligations in terms of the implementation of the

EMP and adherence to environmental-legislative requirements.

This section of the report contains the environmental awareness plan which is aimed at ensuring that

employees, contractors, subcontractors and other relevant parties are aware of and able to meet their

environmental commitments. This plan is to be updated on a yearly basis during the construction and

operational phases of the project in light of operational changes, learning experiences and identified

training needs.

All full time staff and contractors are required to attend an induction session when they start, which

session should include environmental aspects.

It is therefore recommended that the ECO/Environmental Manager be involved in induction training. The

induction sessions may be modified / adapted based on the audience attending the specific session, but it

should ensure that all employees gain a suitable understanding of:

Environmental requirements of the project, and how these will be implemented and monitored,

including each employee’s responsibilities with respect to environmental issues;

Contents and commitments of the EMP, including no-go areas, employee conduct, pollution

prevention (prohibitions against littering, unauthorized fires, loud music, entry to adjacent

properties, road conduct etc.);

Environmentally sensitive areas on and around the proposed development sites, including why

these are deemed important and how these are to be managed. Employees will also be made

aware of protected species found on the site and how these are to be conserved, as well as alien

invasive species potentially found on the site and how these should be managed; and

Incident identification, remediation and reporting requirements: what constitutes an

environmental incident (spillages, fire etc.) and how to react when such an incident occurs.

Environmental training will not be restricted to induction training sessions alone, but will be conducted on an on-

going basis throughout the lifecycle of the project as and when required. Records are to be kept of the type of


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training given (matters discussed and by whom), date on which training was given and the attendees of each

training session.

6. CONCLUSIONS

The purpose of the Basic Assessment Report is to provide the relevant authority with sufficient information

regarding the potential impacts of the development to make an informed decision. This Environmental

Management Programme (EMPr) is to be applied during all phases of this development as an on-site reference

document.

The project will result in limited negative environmental impacts, provided this development is mitigated, as per

this EMPr. The responsibility lies with the Contractor to familiarise themselves with the contents of this EMPr.

Furthermore auditing, by the ECO, will take place to ensure compliance with this EMPr. Parties transgressing this

EMPr will be held accountable for any rehabilitation that may need to be undertaken.

Any non-compliance with the conditions set out in this EMPr will be regarded as an offence and will consequently

be dealt with in terms of the relevant Sections in the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107

of 1998). Environmental incidences and the handling thereof, should be recorded by filling out the incidence logs,

this responsibility should be taken up by the Environmental Control Officer or Environmental Liaison Officer.


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7. REFERENCES

DEAT, 2004 Guideline Document on the EIA Regulations implementation of sections 21, 22 and 26 of the Environment Act. Pretoria.

DEAT, 2006. GNR 385 EIA regulations. Pretoria.

Plomp, H. (2004). A process for assessing and evaluating environmental management risk and significance in a gold mining company., (p. Annual National Conference of the International Association for Impact Assessment: South African Affiliate).


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APPENDIX A ENVIRONMENTAL INCIDENT LOG


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Date Description of

Environmental incident Comments (Explanation for current conditions,

responsible person, photographs etc)

Corrective action taken

(Give details and attach documentation as far as possible)

Signature


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APPENDIX B COMPLAINTS RECORD SHEET


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APPENDIX C WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN


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APPENDIX D BAT MANAGEMENT PLAN

Skukuza Safari Lodge

Revision: 0 Date:

Construction Waste Management Plan

For distribution by main contractor

Company Name:

Contact Person: Contact Number:

Address:

Project Location:

Contractor:


Architects:


Recycling Coordinators: Contact Number:

Recycling Coordinators:

Waste Management Contractor:

(specify by category) Contact Person: Telephone Contact Number:

Building Waste

Land clearing

Building rubble

Timber

Dry-walling

Salvage Waste

Waste Exchange:

Hazardous Waste:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 COMPLIANCE ........................................................................................................................................... 4

2 DISTRIBUTION ......................................................................................................................................... 4

3 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS ......................................................................................................... 5

4 RECYCLING COORDINATOR............................................................................................................... 5

5 PROJECT WASTE MANAGEMENT GOALS AND DETERMINATION ....................................... 5

6 WASTE PREVENTION ............................................................................................................................ 6

7 CWMP DIVERSION MEASURES ......................................................................................................... 6

8 DISPOSAL AND HANDLING PROCEDURES ................................................................................... 8

TABLE 1: DISPOSAL AND HANDLING PROCEDURES FOR CONSTRUCTION WASTE MATERIALS ............. 8

TABLE 2: SOLID WASTE DENSITIES ............................................................................................................. 12

TABLE 3: SOLID WASTE CONVERSION FACTORS ...................................................................................... 13

9 CONTAMINATION PREVENTION .................................................................................................... 13

9.1 LOCATION OF WASTE STATIONS ...................................................................................................... 13

9.2 LABELLING .......................................................................................................................................... 14

9.3 SCHEDULING ...................................................................................................................................... 14

9.4 SPILLS ................................................................................................................................................. 14

10 HAZARDOUS WASTE MATERIALS .................................................................................................. 15

10.1 INSTALLATION SCHEDULE ............................................................................................................. 16

10.2 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION ................................................................................................ 16

10.3 REMOVAL ....................................................................................................................................... 16

11 COMMUNICATION AND EDUCATION MEASURES. ................................................................. 16

12 MONITORING AND DOCUMENTATION ...................................................................................... 17

13 DESTINATION LANDFILL AND RECYCLING CENTRES ............................................................. 18

TABLE 4: ACCREDITED LANDFILL AND RECYCLING CENTRES [TO BE COMPLETED BY WASTE

MANAGEMENT CONTRACTOR] ................................................................................................................... 18

14 REFERENCES ........................................................................................................................................... 18

15 CWMP CONFIRMATION .................................................................................................................... 20


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ANNEXURE 1: GUIDANCE FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE .................................................................... 21

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PROJECT RATIONALE

The underlying rationale for this Construction Waste Management Plan is a) to encourage the

professional team and contractor to prevent waste generation upfront and b) to divert

construction and demolition debris from disposal in landfills and incineration facilities, by finding

multiple alternatives for end uses of the waste, namely recycling, reuse on site, donation for reuse

on another site, or resale.

Construction waste disposal through landfilling has considerable negative environmental

impacts, which contributes to the overall environmental impacts of a building. This CWMP

focuses on

Source Reduction: minimizing environmental impacts throughout a material’s life-cycle –

from supply chain and use to recycling and waste disposal.

Material Reuse: reusing materials ensures these are diverted from the waste steam and

substituted for other materials with great environmental impact, and

Recycling: lessening the demand for virgin materials.

1 COMPLIANCE

This Construction Waste Management Plan (CWMP) was developed for compliance with the

following:

a) National Environmental Management: Waste Act (59 of 2008).

b) Mbombela Local Municipality – Waste Management By-laws, 2000.

c) Code of conduct for working in a National Park, outside organisations working

temporarily in a national Park.

2 DISTRIBUTION

A copy of this CWMP, including all future revisions, shall be distributed to the job site foreman,

each subcontractor, the owner, the architect, and all other consultants.




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3 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

Requirements for waste management are to be included in all construction documents. The

Contractor has to contractually require all subcontractors to comply with the CWMP mandatory

waste diversion requirements. A copy of this CWMP must accompany all Subcontractor

Agreements and require subcontractor participation.

Subcontractors under consideration for the project are required to attend a pre-award meeting

to review project goals and requirements with the project team. A sign-off sheet will be provided

for subcontractors attending the meeting, verifying that the project goals are understood. This

document will be an attachment to every subcontract. Copies of the attachment will be posted

prominently at the jobsite.

4 RECYCLING COORDINATOR

The designated recycling coordinator for the project, as noted above, is the onsite party

responsible for instructing the workers, overseeing and documenting results of the CWMP for the

project.

5 PROJECT WASTE MANAGEMENT GOALS AND DETERMINATION

This project will recycle or salvage for reuse or donation a minimum of 75% by volume of the

waste generated on-site.

This will be done through a dedicated effort in identifying materials for recycling, reusing on or

off-site, waste exchange mechanisms or donations to local non-profit organizations.

The Contractor, in consultation with the Recycling Coordinator, shall estimate the types and likely

amounts of building waste, which are expected to be generated. These types and amounts shall

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be communicated to the Client and the project team in writing and shall be included in Table 1

below.

The Recycling Coordinator in consultation with the Contractor and with approval from the Client

shall determine whether waste for recycling is to be sorted on or off-site and suitable waste

management contractors are to be determined prior to waste being generated on site. The waste

will be segregated on site and then sorted again at the waste contractors’ waste plant.

6 WASTE PREVENTION

Waste reduction will be achieved through building design, prevention of damage to materials to

be incorporated into the work due to mishandling, improper storage, contamination, inadequate

protection or other factors as well as minimising poor quantity estimating. Reuse and recycling

efforts will be maintained throughout the construction process. Each major supplier is to

cooperate with the Contractor in planning for minimal or take-back packaging, and just-in-time

delivery. The Recycling Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating this effort.

7 CWMP DIVERSION MEASURES

The Construction Waste Management Plan shall be implemented and executed as follows and

per Table 1.

Salvageable materials will be diverted from disposal where feasible. This includes

donation to non-profit organizations, and donation to staff and others.

There will be a designated area on the construction site reserved for a row of recycling,

wet waste and general waste containers and/or skips. Designated and colour-coded

wheelie bins for waste segregation will be placed on site. Should the site be considered

too small to host all containers and skips, scheduling measures are to be employed for

such containers, which are not needed all the time. In addition, the Contractor may elect

to co-mingle some or all recyclables and have these sorted off-site.




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Every receptacle used for the storage and removal of building waste must be covered at

all times other than when actually receiving or being emptied of waste so that no

displacement of its contents can occur.

Before proceeding with any removal of construction materials from the construction site,

the Recycling Coordinator must inspect containers for compliance with CWMP

requirements.

Waste management companies and service providers will be given minimum 2 days lead

time notification for removal of receptacles.

Wood cutting will occur in centralised locations to maximize reuse and make collection

easier.

Construction and other waste dedicated for recycling must not be contaminated by other

kinds of waste (see Section 9).

Hazardous waste will be managed by a licensed hazardous waste contractor and stored

separately (see Section 10)

The premises for waste storage, separation and recycling is not to become unsightly nor

any nuisance caused by accumulated building waste. No overflowing bins or skips will be

allowed.

Any building waste, which is blown off or washed away form the premises is to be

promptly retrieved.

Any instruction from the Council regarding the management and storage of building

waste, including any structures to be constructed, is adhered to.

No building waste is allowed on pavement or sidewalk outside of a skip or appropriate

container.

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All recycling containers will be clearly labelled, by means of laminated signage.

Containers for paper, plastic, tins and glass shall be located in close proximity to the office

area in which recyclables/salvageable materials will be placed.

8 DISPOSAL AND HANDLING PROCEDURES

The Contractor has analysed the estimated waste that will be generated during construction

including all types and quantities of materials. The following Table indicates the disposal

methods and handling procedures for each anticipated type of material. Details and accredited

permit numbers of Service Providers can be found in Section 13.

Table 1: Disposal and Handling Procedures for Construction Waste Materials

[Sections in Yellow and in brackets [ ] to be finalized/adjusted for the specific development site by

Main Contractor/Waste Management Contractor]

DEMOLITION [IF AND WHERE APPLICABLE]

Material Est. Quantity

(tons)

Disposal Method Handling Procedure

Asphalt N/A Grind/Crush on site, reuse as fill

Wood N/A Reuse or Recycle

Collected by [SERVICE PROVIDER]

Keep separated in ‘Clean wood”

designated area

Existing

Windows

N/A Reuse or Donate


Carefully remove, restore and store

off-site.

Reinstall if applicable or donate

Existing doors N/A Reuse or Donate



off-site.


Existing light

fittings

N/A Reuse or Donate



off-site.


Fluorescent

lamps and

ballasts

N/A Disposal as hazardous waste Carefully remove, store in designated

area, protect from damage until

collected.

Existing tile N/A Crush/recycle



off-site.





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Plumbing

fixtures

N/A Donate or crush/recycle



off-site.


Remaining

Material

N/A Dispose to Landfill Dispose in general waste skip

CONSTRUCTION [DELETE/ADD AS APPROPRIATE]


(tons)


Clean

dimensional

and palette

wood

[insert

estimate]

Reuse in onsite construction; and/or

Pallets will be returned to the supplier

for re-use (when possible); and/or

Donate to site employees for either

heating stoves or reuse in home

projects

Keep separated in designated areas on

site. Place in “Clean Wood”

barricaded area. Will function on a

donation system. Keep the wooden

pallets in a designated are for re-use or

distribution.

Plywood,

OSB, particle

board

[insert

estimate]

Reuse during shutter phases, and

Donate if not contaminated, and

Remainder dispose to landfill.

Reuse portion: Keep separated in

designated areas on site.

Landfill portion: Place in “General

Waste” container.

Painted or

treated wood

[insert

estimate]

Reuse where applicable in the

process;

Dispose at suitable landfill.

Reuse portion: Keep separated in

designated areas on site.

Landfill portion: Place in “General

Waste” container.

Concrete [insert

estimate]

Crush material either on-site or via

service provider.

Adequate particle sizes may be used

as import material for compacting.

Processing by [SERVICE PROVIDER]

Keep separated in designated areas

onsite for use on-site or recycling.

Concrete washing sediment will be re-

directed as import material.

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(tons)


Bricks [insert

estimate]

Minimise breakage, clean and reuse

whole bricks where possible

Re-direct to the crushing and

screening section, use as import

material for compacting.



onsite until reuse or processing

Concrete

Masonry

Units (CMU)

[insert

estimate]

Reuse on site

Re-direct to the crushing and

screening section, use as import

material for compacting.


Minimise breakage,

Clean and Reuse units where possible


onsite until reuse.

Crush broken units for infill

Formwork [insert

estimate]

Reuse on site;

Salvage for reuse on future projects

Clean and store formwork in

designated area; remove off-site when

complete

Metal –

reinforcing

steel

[insert

estimate]

Recycle

Collection by [SERVICE PROVIDER]

Keep clean and separated in

designated areas on site until collected

Metal –

various

(studs, pipes,

ducts,

offcuts)

[insert

estimate]

Recycle




Metal –

aluminium

(studs,

offcuts)

[insert

estimate]

Recycle




Paint [insert

estimate]

Recycle, Donate or Company Take-

back



site. Store, Handle and Dispose

correctly as per the Material Safety

Data Sheets.

Carpet and

pad

[insert

estimate]

Donate to Employees or Others for re-

use


site. Issue Donation Document

Cardboard [insert

estimate]

Recycle







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(tons)


Ceiling Tiles insert

estimate]

Recycle




Gypsum

Board

insert

estimate]

Composted or Recycle




Hazardous

Waste – oil,

paint rollers,

cloths,

solvents

insert

estimate]

Disposed

Collected by [Specialist]

Keep in secured, sealed containers on

site until collection

Insulation –

rigid foam

insert

estimate]

[Insert method] Keep clean and separated in


Insulation -

fiberglass

insert

estimate]

[Insert method] Keep clean and separated in


Glass insert

estimate]

Recycle


Protect sharp edges; Keep clean and

separated in designated areas on site

until collected

Packaging –

plastic, film

insert

estimate]

Recycle




Packaging –

cement bags

Dispose as hazardous waste

Packaging –

grout bags

Dispose to Landfill

DOMESTIC WASTE


(tons)


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DOMESTIC WASTE


(tons)


Metals insert

estimate]

Recycle



site.

Glass [insert

estimate]

Recycle



site.

Plastics

[insert

estimate]

Recycle



site.

Beverage

Containers

[insert

estimate]

Recycle



site.

Paper and

newsprint

[insert

estimate]

Recycle



site.

Cardboard insert

estimate]

Recycle



site.

Ink

Cartridges

Recycle


Table 2: Solid Waste Densities

Material Assumed Density*

[kg/m3]

IP Units (LEED)

[lbs/yd3]

Direct Conversion to Metric

[1 lbs/y3 = .594 kg/m3]

Cardboard 60 100 59.4

Gypsum board 300 500 297

Rubble 830 1 400 831.6

Steel 600 1 000 594

Wood 180 300 178.2

Mixed Waste 210 350 207.9

Plastic - HDPE 960** TBD

Plastic - PE 910** TBD

Aluminium 209** TBD

*Values per Green Star SA (South African typical standard)

**Values per research, not GSSA or LEED prescribed




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Table 3: Solid Waste Conversion Factors

Unit of Measure Conversion to tons

m³ m3 * density * 0.001

Tons 1

Kilograms 0.001

Truck [6 m3/load] 6 * density / 1000

Bakkie [1760 kg/load] 1.76

Skip [X m3/load] X * density / 1000

9 CONTAMINATION PREVENTION

9.1 Location of waste stations

a) The recycling and general waste collection area has to be laid out and labeled in a specific

area on the site to facilitate separation of materials for potential recycling, salvage, reuse,

and return.

b) If located outdoors, this area has to be established in a section on the site that does not

receive a substantial amount of runoff from upland areas and does not drain directly to

any waterways, e.g. retention ponds, streams, wetlands.

c) If stored outdoors, all containers are to have lids so they can be covered before periods of

rain; where possible, containers are to be kept in a covered area.

d) If any containers are near the driveway, these are to be covered securely when not

supervised and precautions are to be taken to deter any contamination by the public.

e) Small sorting containers will be conveniently located in various work areas; these should

be well-marked and kept clean to prevent contamination. The contents of these must be

periodically consolidated and transferred to the appropriate main collection containers.

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f) Adequately sized containers for non-recyclable materials are to be provided and they are

to be located next to recycling containers to assist in avoiding contamination of

recyclables and non-recyclables.

g) A specific eating area has to be designated onsite and eating is to be prohibited

anywhere else on the site. Accordingly, appropriate waste recycling containers are to be

located at the designated eating area.

h) A specific area has to be designated for the separation, storing and disposal of hazardous

wastes in accordance with local regulations. Also refer to Section 10 for best management

practices regarding hazardous waste.

9.2 Labelling

a) All recycling, wet waste and general waste containers are to be labeled in English,

Afrikaans and Zulu (or other language to be determined), with acceptable/unacceptable

materials posted and signage may show a representative picture of the materials to be

recycled.

b) If co-mingling (for off-site sorting) of the materials designated for recycling is to be

implemented, it is critical that staff are informed that no wet waste is introduced in the

containers reserved for co-mingled materials destined for recycling.

9.3 Scheduling

a) Waste collection to be scheduled appropriately to prevent the containers from overfilling

but must be removed at least every two weeks as a minimum

b) For any demolition during construction, extra containers are to be provided and more

frequent collections are to be scheduled.

9.4 Spills

a) All spills are to be cleaned up immediately. For hazardous materials, cleanup instructions

on the material packaging are to be followed. Where required, an absorbent material such

as sawdust or cat litter is to be used to contain the spill. Refer to Section 10 for further

instructions on hazardous waste material management.




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10 HAZARDOUS WASTE MATERIALS

All hazardous waste materials such as oil filters, petroleum products, paint, and equipment

maintenance fluids must be stored in structurally sound and sealed containers, within the

hazardous materials storage area to be designated. Hazardous waste materials will be stored in

appropriate and clearly marked containers and segregated from other non-waste materials.

Secondary containment will be provided for all waste materials in the hazardous materials

storage area and will consist of commercially available spill pallets. Additionally, all hazardous

waste materials will be disposed of in accordance with national, provincial and municipal

regulations.

Hazardous waste materials will not be disposed of into the on-site skips. All onsite staff and

workers will be instructed, during training sessions as per Section 11 below, regarding proper

procedures for hazardous waste disposal. Notices that state these procedures will be posted in

the construction office and the Recycling Coordinator will be responsible for seeing that these

procedures are followed. The maximum total amounts of hazardous waste that may be stored on

site temporarily may not exceed the following, but in any event meet the requirements of the

National Environmental Management: Waste Act (2008) at all times.

Table 4: Hazardous Waste Storage – up to 90 days.

Hazard Rating Maximum allowed for storage

1 10 kg

2 100 kg

3 1,000 kg

4 10,000 kg

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10.1 Installation Schedule

Shipping containers used to store hazardous waste materials will be installed once the site

materials storage area has been installed.

10.2 Maintenance and Inspection

The hazardous waste material storage areas will be inspected weekly and after storm events, if

applicable. The storage areas will be kept clean, well organized, and equipped with ample

cleanup supplies as appropriate for the materials being stored. Material safety data sheets,

material inventory, and emergency contact numbers will be maintained in the site office.

10.3 Removal

The removal of hazardous waste from the site has to be in strict accordance with National

Environmental Management Waste Act and is to be confirmed in writing through removal

receipts and disposal certificates from the accredited service provider:

11 COMMUNICATION AND EDUCATION MEASURES.

The General Contractor will conduct at least one on-site pre-construction meeting with all

subcontractors working on site, where attendance will be required for the subcontractor’s key

staff on site. The purpose of the meeting is to reinforce to the subcontractor’s staff on site of

the commitments made by their companies with regard to the project goals and requirements.

All meetings shall require an attendance sheet with signoffs.

In addition, the following will be required:

Lists of acceptable/unacceptable materials will be posted throughout the site.

All recycling containers will be clearly labeled. Containers shall be located in close

proximity to the building(s) under construction in which recyclables/salvageable materials

will be placed.

Recycling coordinators shall inspect the containers on a weekly basis to insure that no

contamination is occurring and precautions shall also be taken to deter any

contamination by the public.




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As each new subcontractor comes on site, the recycling coordinators will present him/her

with a copy of the Waste Management Plan and provide an induction session to include a

tour of the recycling areas.

The subcontractor will be expected to ensure all their staff on site complies with the

CWMP.

Waste prevention and recycling activities will be discussed at the beginning of each

weekly subcontractor coordination meeting to reinforce project goals and communicate

progress to date.

All subcontractors will be informed in writing of the importance of non-contamination

with other materials or waste.

12 MONITORING AND DOCUMENTATION

The Recycling Coordinator is to document each component of the CWMP. The Contractor and

the Recycling Coordinator will receive the required tracking documentation from the project

team prior to construction start. Regardless, the documentation that will be required from the

Recycling Coordinator shall be as follows:

a) Weekly tracking report of all construction waste generated by type and quantities of each

type that were diverted and landfilled,

b) Receipts from waste removal companies, weight tickets from recycling companies,

receipts from salvage companies or material brokers and others as will be appropriate as

per Table 1. Where sorting occurs off-site, documentation may include monthly recycling

reports from recycling processing plants, manifests or invoices, etc.

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13 DESTINATION LANDFILL AND RECYCLING CENTRES

The following landfill sites and the recycling companies, salvage yards, waste sale/exchange

projects and others have been determined by the design team, Contractor and Recycling

Coordinator to be available to the project.

Table 4: Accredited Landfill and Recycling Centres [to be completed by Waste

Management Contractor]

Service Provider Location Permit No. Permit Holder

14 REFERENCES

Mbombela Local Municipality – Waste Management By-laws, 2000

Code of conduct for working in a National Park, outside organisations working temporarily in a

national Park

Guidance for the Classification, Rating and Disposal of Common Hazardous Waste Streams (RC

Report No 1548/1/06) – See Annexure 1

Hazardous Substances Act (15 of 1973)




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Minimum Requirements for the Handling, Classification and Disposal of Hazardous Waste,

Department of Water Affairs and Forestry, Republic of South Africa, Third Edition 2005.

National Environmental Management: Waste Act (59 of 2008).

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15 CWMP CONFIRMATION

I understand the contents of this Construction Waste Management Plan and the scope of works

required. If carried out according to the methodologies described, it is satisfactory to prevent or

control environmental harm and is thus approved.

Signed – Principal Agent Printed Name Date

I understand the contents of this Construction Waste Management Plan and the scope of works

required.

I further understand that the CWMP may be amended on application to and with approval by the

Engineer, and that the Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Coordinator, Construction

Manager, and Environmental Control Officer (ECO) will audit my compliance with the contents of

this Plan.

Signed – Main Contractor Printed Name Date




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ANNEXURE 1: GUIDANCE FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE

Guidance for the Classification, Rating, and Disposal of Common Hazardous Waste Streams




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BAT MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

November 2010

1. Introduction and background

Bat Management Guidelines - KNP (Revision 1) 2

Nearly 80% of all bat species in South Africa occur within the Kruger National Park (KNP). Of the 42 species recorded within the park, four species are also listed as threatened and have Red Data status. Bats play an important role in the ecosystem in that they control insect numbers and also contribute towards the pollination and further propagation of various flowering plants. Mosquitoes are among the primary prey of many insectivorous bats and a thriving bat population can consume huge numbers of these potentially dangerous insects. Fruit eating bats on the other hand play a very important role in the pollination of certain fruit bearing trees and the dispersal of their seeds. Despite the above, people often view bats as household pests due to the unpleasant sounds, smells and possible unhygienic conditions associated with bats roosting in the roofs of houses and accommodation units. With the development of rest camps, staff villages and concession lodges in the KNP, bats started colonizing many of these buildings as the thatched roofs, attics and eaves provided ample shelter and roosting sites. Unfortunately, this brought bats into conflict with people. Foreign and local visitors to the KNP often feel threatened by the presence of bats in their accommodation units and the noises, as well as the smells emanating from the bat urine and dung, often lead to complaints regarding quality and maintenance standards in our camps. In order to minimize the problem, bat colonies need to be evicted from the roofs of all accommodation units and houses and all buildings need to be sealed to prevent bat re-colonization. To achieve this may prove to be technically complicated, e.g. in thatched roofs where it is impossible to seal every crack between the thatch and wooden poles. The aim of this document is to provide practical guidelines on the removal of bats and to highlight preventative measures to be taken to minimize re-colonization by bats. 2. Management Options Unfortunately there are no quick-fix solutions to the bat problems experienced. To achieve any lasting measure of success both a preventative and crises management approach needs to be followed. Preventative management will necessitate a large scale and long term approach, whilst crisis management will focus on interim solutions to the most immediate problems. The Section Ranger from the area should be involved to ensure that no bats are injured and that conservation ethics are upheld during implementation.


2.1 Preventative Management (Long Term and Large Scale)

This approach is aimed at preventing bats from establishing new roosting sites in huts/chalets/houses not yet infested. Management action must therefore specifically be aimed at the systematic sealing of all uninhabited units to make them bat proof. This process must be completed before any evictions of bats can start from colonized units. If not, the evicted bat colony will just relocate themselves to the nearest unsealed units once removed. Preventative management thus requires a large scale approach necessitating proper planning and the cost-effective use of available funds and manpower. It remains the only long term solution to the bat problem within the park. The suggested approach should be the following:

Phase 1: Seal – off all units not already occupied by bats

• Identify all structures that are not already colonized by bats and identify all possible bat entry points (usually where the roof and the wall meet).

• Systematically seal all possible entry points in each unoccupied unit using Sista Expanding Foam Filler (Henkel Product available at Mica). This process can take a couple of weeks and will necessitate proper planning between Technical Services and Hospitality staff.

• Sista Expanding Foam Filler is both rodent and insect proof, easy to apply and will cut down on the time needed to seal the units. Cement is the cheaper option and can be used, but it will crack over time and the bats will re-enter the unit.

Phase 2: Evict bats from units already colonized by them • Ensure that all adjacent chalets/houses are sufficiently sealed before

bat eviction start.

• Identify all the chalets/houses occupied by bats as well as the access points the bats use to gain entry.

• Ensure that no access is possible through the thatch/roof of the chalet/house to be sealed.

• Proceed to seal all possible access/exit points, but allow for at least one opening to be left unsealed to allow the bats to escape. If infection is severe allow for 2 or 3 exit points.

• Determine the roost site/s (the colony may have more than 1) within the chalet/house and apply deterrent solution.


• Jeye’s fluid should be administered as a deterrent by spraying or painting it onto rafters and beams. Jeye’s fluid is a strong smelling substance and the unit will have to be ventilated after application.

• DO NOT APPLY THE DETERRENT DIRECTLY TO THE ROOST SITE. This is merely general practice to avoid any unknown complications.

• The colony should be sufficiently disturbed and leave after the first application, but one may have to apply continuously to remove all individuals.

• If the situation calls for removal by hand, the Section Ranger should be present. Removal by hand should be done with discretion and the utmost care must be taken not to injure any bats.

• The structure must be sealed immediately after exclusion to prevent the bats from returning to the site after the deterrent’s smell has dissipated. Sealing should be done so that the entire perimeter of the structure is secure.

• The structure must be monitored subsequent to exclusion and sealing to ensure that the process was successful and bats do not re-enter.

Eviction should preferably be implemented from May to October during the non-breeding season, but special allowance will be given to individual situations outside of this period. If bats have to be evicted from November to April, special care must be taken to ensure safe removal. If the colony that has infested the structure does not have young, then one can follow the above procedure. However, if the colony has young, then it is best to remove the entire colony by hand. All efforts must be made to ensure that the entire colony is caught and moved together. The group should be moved together to a new site, preferably not far from their original roost. The structure should then be sealed as discussed above.

The exclusion of bats can be avoided during breeding season through continual management of the structures throughout the year.

Phase 3:

• Monitor and re-evaluate all the units on a regular basis and ensure that systematic maintenance is done to seal/close any new holes or entry points which might appear.

Squirrels might pose a limited problem even though bats are not likely to use these entry points. However to ensure that these do not become problem areas these sites must be sealed too as soon as they are located. Many Bat experts and Bat Interest Groups are of the opinion that these


areas are not true points of concern, however there is still a belief that if these sites are left long enough Bats will use them.

2.2 Crises Management (Short Term and Small Scale)

This approach requires immediate intervention and only provides an interim solution. It is aimed at immediate eviction of bats from a unit and should not take more than 1 to 2 days to complete. No phases are involved, just systematic exclusion:

• Locate the roost site of the bat colony within the hut/chalet/house. • Spray detergent (Jeye’s fluid) on rafters/beams around the roosting

site. This will disturb the colony sufficiently and the bats will vacate the unit within a day or two.

• If any bats remain, remove them by hand using gloves. Release the bats at an alternative site nearby only once the unit where they were evicted from has been sealed properly. Approach the Section Ranger for assistance.

• Once all bats have vacated the unit, immediately seal all openings and possible bat entry points with Sista Expanding Foam Filler.

3. Post-removal treatment of roosting sites

Once all bats are removed from a unit and the entry points sealed, all roosting sites must be cleaned and disinfected. The following approach is recommended: • Mix 10ml Starycide (Bayer) with 10l of water and add 80ml Responsar

(Bayer). Do not exceed the prescribed dosages and always wear protective clothing, gloves and a mask.

• Spray this mixture liberally over the bat faeces and sediment in the roof in order to kill all larvae and other insects.

• Wait for 30 minutes and then remove the faeces and sediment and clean the roof.

• Disinfect the area with the disinfectant Virkon-S to kill all viruses and bacteria.


4. Responsibility Matrix

RESPONSIBLE PERSONS

ACTIONS TIME FRAMES

Hut Attendants and Supervisors

� Conduct daily inspections of huts/accommodation units for the presence of bats.

� If any signs are found that bats are starting to occupy a hut/accommodation unit, immediately report it to supervisor and camp hospitality staff.

� Daily

Hospitality and Duty Managers

� Conduct regular ad-hoc inspections to ensure that units are bat proof and that scheduled maintenance is done to prevent bat infestation.

� Ensure that all reports and complaints regarding bat problems are pointed out to the maintenance officer and that action is taken to resolve the problem.

� Ad-hoc � Immediate

Maintenance Officers (Camp Level)

� Conduct regular inspections of all facilities and implement preventative measures.

� Systematically seal all units to make them bat proof.

� Evict bats from units and seal all entry/exit points in accordance with these guidelines.

� Once bat eviction completed, clean and disinfect the units in accordance with these guidelines.

� Bi-Monthly � On-going � Immediate � Immediate

Section Rangers � Monitor and oversee the eviction of bats to ensure safe and ethical handling in accordance with these guidelines.

� As required

Technical Officers

� Conduct random inspections of all facilities to ensure maintenance are done timeously and in accordance with these guidelines.

� Ad-hoc and Random


5. Safety guidelines when handling bats

• Don’t handle bats unless you have to; • Always wear gloves when handling bats to prevent being bitten; • If bitten or scratched, use soap and iodine to disinfect wounds. • Immediately seek medical attention if rabies infection is suspected and

also contact the Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute near Pretoria for assistance.

Address: Rabies Laboratory Private Bag X5 Onderstepoort 0110 South Africa Tel: (012) 5299440 Fax: (012) 5299390

� Partakes in inspections with Hospitality staff to ensure that units are bat proof and that maintenance is done effectively.

� Bi-Monthly

Corporate Technical Services

� Monitor and conduct spot checks to ensure maintenance procedures and programs are in accordance with these guidelines.

� Ad-hoc and Random

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