progress of environment safeguards

Progress of Environment Safeguards

ADB Loan No. 2373-CAM(SF) / AusAID Grant No.0096-CAM

23 April 2012

GMS-SCCP

MPWT/PMU3

Mr. Chhin Kong HeanProject Coordinator

Mr. Pheng SovicheanoProject Director

Mr. Sar VuthaProject Manger

Egis International CS ConsultantMr. Andre DrockurProject Manager

Mr. Khagnh SitnaritHighway Engineer/NTL

Lim Sarin & SWEE JV CW1 ContractorMr. Ung KotaroProject Manager

CDOH (SP)

Mr. Bun MengCommunication Specialist

Kuy Leang Ky CW2 Contractor

Mr. Khoun ChamroeunProject Manager

Table of Content1. Project Location Map

2. Mobilization of IE Specialist during the Construction Supervision Phase

3. All Deliverable Reports Related to Environment Progress

4. Construction Supervision Phase

4.1 Conclusions and Recommendations from the 1st Report

4.1.1 Conclusions

4.1.2 Recommendations

4.2 Conclusions and Recommendations from the 2nd Report

4.2.1 Conclusions


5. Recommendations and Status of Environmental Compliance Table

1. Project Location Map

2. Mobilization of IE Specialist during the

Construction Supervision Phase

1st mobilization from 31 July 2011 to 11 August 2011

2nd mobilization from 16 October 2011 to 21 October 2011

Next mobilization is scheduled for the 3rd quarter 2012 to be able to check the environmental compliance for all Civil Works Projects including NR33 from Kampong Trach to Preak Chak, CBF Lork-Kampot, and NR3 from Kampot to Veal Rinh.

3. All Deliverable Reports Related to Environment Progress

Detailed Engineering Design Phase

1. Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) for Koh Kong CBF

2. EMP, EMOP for NR33 Section Upgrading

3. IEE for NR33 and Lork CBF

Construction Supervision Phase

1. Environmental Compliance Report for NR33

2. QPR No. 1 Environmental Compliance Report for NR33

These reports are available for download from the following website http://www.mpwt.gov.kh/externalfund/sccp.


4.1 Conclusions and Recommendations from the 1st Report

Based on the 1st Environmental Compliance Report for NR 33, August 2011, the following conclusions and recommendations was reported:

4.1.1 Conclusions

Activities on the improvement of NR 33 are on its initial stage. As stated, the Contractor started to familiarize themselves with environmental requirements, particularly on the implementation of the Environmental Management Plan and the Environmental Monitoring Plan enclosed in the Contract Document. Monthly reports will be submitted by the contractor to the PMU3 and CSC regarding the result of their self-monitoring activities on the environmental and social aspects of the project (Clause 1.10.2.9 of the Contract Document).

In addition to the EMP and EMOP, Initial findings are reflected in this Environmental Compliance Report which will be relayed to the contractor for them to give attention on its compliance.



The contractor should start the implementation of the Environmental Management Plan and the Environmental Monitoring Plan at this early stage of the project. Should there be problems encountered in its implementation, the contractor can discuss it during Coordination Meetings with the presence of PMU3 and the CSC for proper guidance. Monthly reports with proper documentation should be submitted to the PMU3 and CSC.


4.2 Conclusions and Recommendations from the 2nd Report

Based on the Quarterly Progress Report No. 1, Environmental Compliance Report for NR33, October 2011, the following conclusions and recommendations was reported:

4.2.1 Conclusions

Positive and negatives impacts were observed at this stage which is inherent to infrastructure projects.

With the on-going road maintenance being undertaken, significant benefits are already realized particularly in terms of travel time when traversing NR 33. This has been reduced from an average of 80 minutes to 25 minutes. Associated positive impacts that were enhanced are reduced fuel and maintenance cost of vehicles, reduced emissions, public safety as potholes have been minimized, generation of employment and increased economic activity.


4.2.1 Conclusions (continue)

Negative impacts like dust, noise, muddy road, silt-laden run off, wastes and those due to borrow pit operation are manageable by continuous implementation of the EMP and recommendations provided below.


The recommendations are provided in the below table for compliance by both Contractors of NR33&CBF and other concerned parties.

Contractors submitted the Environmental Compliance Statements along with their Monthly Progress Report each every month to CSC for review and recommendation.

And the status of compliance and action taken by Contractors under the supervision of CSC are given in the following table:

5. Recommendations and Status of Environmental Compliance Table

No.Recommendations for compliance by

the ContractorNR33 - CW1 CBF - CW2

CSC and Employer Instructions

1

Dust is an issue. The Contractor should perform more watering of dry expose spaces where vehicles pass by and should observe cleanliness in

the construction area.

Partly complied, 2 water trucks was used for watering

the road only twice a day and not on the full length

Complied, not really a critical issue, anyway Contractor

has to water the road for the proper compaction purpose

CSC instructed the NR33 to water the road at least 3 times a day on the full

length

2

Noise barriers should be installed particularly on sensitive areas like

schools and health centers. Construction activities should be

scheduled on daytime and equipment should be maintained regularly.

- Partly complied, no any barriers was installed due to

the reason that each sensitive areas have the

surrounding fence already- Complied, all construction

activities are carried out during day time only (from 7

am to 6pm only)

- Partly complied, the CBF itself has the perimeter

security fences and 52% completed

- Complied, all construction activities are carried out

during day time only (from 7 am to 6pm only)

CSC instructed to NR33 Contractor to install barriers at the most sensitive areas

where the barriers are required

3Contractor should regularly monitor and manage the flow of traffic in NR

33 including the entry and exit points.

Mostly complied, maintained safe traffic operation and

construction of detour roads with safety signs and signal

were carried out.

Mostly complied, this project occupied only ~150m of

NR33 (traffic at the border area goes smoothly without

any interruptions)

CSC is closely monitored on this subject and alarm

the Contractor immediately if there are any blockage of

the traffic due to the construction

4Construction materials should be properly handled and stored in

suitable locations.

Complied, - all excessive/unsuitable

construction materials was stored at the disposal area, -

materials were spreaded, compacted and graded

immediately after haulage

Complied, non of construction materials were

stored on the road

CSC and PMU3 counterpart are closely

monitored on this subject (Contractor NR33 was

instructed to remove all the excessive materials from the villagers rice field or

access to villagers house)




5

The Contractor should coordinate with the local authorities (e.g. Commune

Council Member, Chief of Police, District Environmental Office and

Village Chief) to advice village people to properly secure cut trunks which

can still be converted into wood products, branches of cut trees as

firewood and leaves as compost or be disposed in a designated area.

Complied, Contractor maintain a very good

cooperation with the local authorities

Complied, Contractor maintain a very good

cooperation with the local authorities

CSC and PMU3 counterpart also play a major role in dealing with all relevant

authorities. (so far no major complaints from the local authorities and villagers)

6

Used oil, busted bulbs, paint containers and other toxic materials

should be stored in covered containers and be placed in secured

area. The Contractor should coordinate with the Ministry of

Environment regarding its disposal.

Complied, Contractor takes very good care on this issue


CSC work closely with the Contractor on this issue

7Sediment/silt traps should be installed

where rain water may disturb excavated soils.




8

As observed, excavated areas for borrow pit and access road are not maintained or restored. Unsuitable quarried materials are not properly

disposed or not been returned where it was excavated. The Contractor should undertake the necessary measures to

address the problem.

Partly complied, Contractor attend to this issue when

there is any complaints from the local authorities,

Contractor has to maintain the access road to their pits

for their own smooth transportation purpose also

Partly complied, Contractor attend to this issue when

there is any complaints from the local authorities,

Contractor has to maintain the access road to their pits

for their own smooth transportation purpose also

CSC and PMU3 counterpart also play a major role in dealing with all relevant

authorities with regards to this issue if there is any.

5. Recommendations and Status of Environmental Compliance Table (continue)




9

The Contractor needs to add a section in the Monthly Progress Report being submitted to the PMU and CSC that

reflects the status of EMP Compliance (if a separate report could not be

prepared) attaching proof of compliance e.g. licenses, photographs,

copies of documents.

Complied, Contractors submitted the Environmental

Compliance Statements along with their Monthly

Progress Report each every month

Complied, Contractors submitted the Environmental

Compliance Statements along with their Monthly

Progress Report each every month

CSC checked Contractor's Environmental Compliance Statements and warn the Contractor immediately if

any serious non-compliance were found

10

The Contractor should regularly coordinate with the utility companies in

the project area to avoid disruption particularly on water and power supply.

Complied, no any public or private utilities were

damaged without noticed

Complied, no any public or private utilities were damaged

without noticed

So far the problem of electrical poles, fiber optic cables and water pipeline

were faced and jointly solved by the CSC, PMU3

counterpart.

11

Delay in the construction activities should be minimized. If fast tracking of

the project is not possible, the Contractor should implement the

mitigation measures promptly.

Partly complied, there are some delays on the physical progress due to heavy rains,

a lot of soft saturated materials were found

Partly complied, there are some delays on the physical progress due to heavy rains, a lot of unsuitable materials

were found

CSC reviewed the cause of delays and found they are justifiable, and so far the

new mitigation measures is not required

12Flooding is another issue. Temporary

drainage structures should be installed.Complied, Contractor takes very good care on this issue



13

Portalets could be added if the existing sanitary facilities are not enough. Wastes from portalets should be disposed through an accredited

company or in coordination with the Ministry of Environment.

Partly complied, Contractor has not yet attended to this issue since they found that

it's not realy required

Partly complied, Contractor has not yet attended to this issue since they found that

it's not realy required

CSC and Employer will tackle this issued with the

Contractor when it will come to the requirements.

5. Recommendations and Status of Environmental Compliance Table (continue)

THANK YOU

progress of environment safeguards

Documents

environmental requirements

environmental monitoring

environmental management

monthly reports

nr33these reports

following conclusions

recommendationsthe contractor

initial stage