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1. Revised layout plan along with the proper indexing, showing green belt, waste disposal area etc should be submitted.

The revised Layout Map with along with the proper indexing, green belt area, waste disposal area etc. is attached as PLANT LAYOUT in section 1.2 of the enclosed EMP Report; Green Belt Plan based on the master plant layout as section 11.2 of the EMP Report.

2. Detailed intermediate and final plan for disposal of waste generated in the form of clay, should be submitted.

Plan for disposal of Solid Waste from the site and especially management of Clay is given in Section 5.2 of the EMP Report

3. Revised water balance should be submitted.

Water Balance has been re-worked and the total water requirement per day was found to be 2120KL, out of which about 1930KLD would be recirculated as treated water and used in washing plant, sprinkling and in greenery developmental activities. The Fresh water of about 180KLD would be required and the same shall be sourced from Ground Water for which permission from CGWB has been obtained. The water balance and water management showing the particulars of the project and its model for recirculation as a Zero Liquid Discharge plant is given in Section 3.2 of EMP Report as attached

4. In view of higher PM in the ambient air, a plan to control ambient air quality should be submitted along with suggested mitigative measures.

During the collection of Baseline Data of the Buffer Zone of the Beneficiation Plant, the results of PM10 were found to be exceeding from the prescribed limits under NAAQS 2009; the incremental value(s) were having a significant impact on surrounding villages which was inadequately mitigated in the EMP; this was highlighted and the PP has undertaken the following; a) Under EMP Budget, Proposal has been made to metalise all

road(s) external which shall be used by the plant; especially road connecting nearby mine and beneficiation plant;

b) Under EMP Budget, PP shall undertake to do sprinkling on nearby road(s) and on road connecting mine and proposed

plant to control any exhaustive and evaporative gaseous and particulate emissions from transportation;

c) Under CSR, PP shall undertake to metalise major village roads in consultation with the Villagers, panchayat(s) etc.;

d) PP has undertaken a pilot scale study to analyze the reduction of pollutants by absorption system (wet scrubber system) using alkaline water (Water containing NaOH) and the results assured reduction in PM, NOx and especially Sox reduction and the EMP now incorporates this system for reduction of pollutants in flue gas of Dryer stack where Furnace Oil is used as fuel. PP shall assess alternate fuels however this can only be done later and this fuel is most economical to the PP for now. The fuel shall be changed to Natural Gas based on availability of the resource for commercial use in future. Diesel has been rejected as a source as industrial grade diesel would have transport problems and would not be economically feasible.

The above points were incorporated in the revised Air Quality Modelling done using latest AERMOD (9.2) (and correcting some deficiencies found in previous model) and it is now simulated and interpreted that the plant operation is going to have insignificant impact on sensitive receptors. The detailed report is attached in Chapter 2 of the EMP attached

5. Risk Analysis Report should be submitted.

Risk analysis report is attached as Chapter 7 of the EMP Report enclosed

6. Detailed Comprehensive Environment Management Plan along with timelines and budget should be submitted.

Detailed Environment Management Plan is Attached as Annexure I

7. In respect of SPM, Particle size analysis of <75 micron particles should also be provided.

The test sample has been sent to Shriram Institute of Industrial Research and the report(s) from the laboratory are awaited. The reports would be attached to the document that would be sent in hard to the MoEFCC and EAC Members

8. Measures to control dust emissions in part of the plant which is below ground level, should be elaborated

Crusher, vibratory screens and some transfer points are located below ground level;

a) the dust generated from these will be controlled through suction points installed at crusher, two screens, and transfer points. These will be provided with hoods under negative pressure to suck the floating particles (airborne as fine aerosols) from different locations which will then pass through extended duct pipes to dust collectors and finally to bag filter before venting to ambient air.

b) In Addition, an enclosure is also proposed to be constructed above ground level where the dumpers will be dumping the raw material to the bin located above the underground crusher. Sprinklers are proposed to be installed over this bin which will not only arrest the dust while transferring the raw material to the bin, but will also suppress the fugitive dust that might escape from underground despite dust collector system as explained above.

c) In addition, we also propose sensors to monitor workplace conditions such as O2%, CO2%, CO, Temp, Humidity etc.

Details are given under Air Management Plan in EMP Chapter 2 as attached

9. Flow of the nallah located near the plant shall not be obstructed.

There is no nallah flowing within the plant. However, there is a second order seasonal Nallah flowing near the north western boundary just outside the plant. The flow of the nallah is from E to W. The boundary of the plant does not obstruct the flow of the nallah. A culvert will be constructed to further ensure the protection of the nallah at the time of transportation of raw material to be sourced from Pratap Chatahara mine of M/s. Hari Mandir Mineral Traders. Google Earth image showing nallah and plant boundary is given in Section 1.5 of the EMP Report attached and OSM Map of 10 km Radius is shown in Section 1.4 of the EMP Report as attached.

Aswan Silica Sand Beneficiation Plant of M/s Mangalore Minerals (P) Ltd.

EMP Report Prepared by: Perfact Enviro Solutions (P) Ltd

Environment Management Plan For

SILICA SAND BENEFICIATION PLANT (VILLAGE: ASWAN (NEAR CHHATHARA), TEHSIL— BARA, DISTRICT: ALLAHABAD, U.P.]

[Area 10 Ha] Throughput Capacity— 6.0 Lakh TPA

TOR No. J-11015/188/2011-IA. II (M) Dated 21 September 2011

Revalidated on 07 January 2014 FOR

ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE

Study period POST MONSOON (3MONTHS) 2011 AND SUMMER (ONE MONTH) 2014

PROJECT COST – Rs. 20 CRORES

Being Developed by:

MR. SANTHOSH MENDON (EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR)

M/s Mangalore Minerals Pvt. Ltd. Mineral House Hampankatta, Mangalore-575001

Phone-0824-2428028, 0824-2445710, Fax-0091-8242422076, MOB 9845084076 Email: [email protected]

Prepared by:

M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt Ltd. NABET (ISO 9001: 2015& ISO 14001: 2015 Certified) Regd. Company

5th Floor, NN Mall, Mangalam Palace Sector 3, Rohini, New Delhi-85

Phone No.: 011-47528467 Email: [email protected]

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Environmental Management Plan

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................... 5

SECTION 1.1 : SEQUENCE OF EVENTS FOR PROCESS OF GETTING EC FROM MOEFCC ....................................................... 6

SECTION 1.2 : PLANT LAYOUT ............................................................................................................................ 7

SECTION 1.3 : ENVIRONMENTAL SENSITIVITY ......................................................................................................... 7

SECTION 1.4 : 10KM RADIUS TOPO MAP SHOWING LOCATION OF PROJECT ................................................................... 8

SECTION 1.5 : PROJECT LOCATION ON GOOGLE EARTH ............................................................................................. 9

SECTION 1.6 : PROJECT DETAILS AT A GLANCE ........................................................................................................ 9

SECTION 1.7 : PROPOSED PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING ...................................................................................... 11

CHAPTER 2: AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT ....................................................................................................... 13

SECTION 2.1 : DETAILS OF MONITORING LOCATIONS ............................................................................................. 13

SECTION 2.2 : BASELINE DATA COLLECTED .......................................................................................................... 13

SECTION 2.3 : PREDICTION OF IMPACT OF PROPOSED PLANT ON AIR QUALITY USING AERMOD .................... 15

2.3.1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 15

2.3.2 METHODOLOGY ............................................................................................................................. 15

2.3.3 INPUT DATA ................................................................................................................................... 17

2.3.4 PLAN AND FRAME WORK OF COMPUTATIONS ................................................................................ 22

2.3.5 MODEL OUTPUT FILES .................................................................................................................... 23

2.3.6 RESULT AND DISCUSSIONS ............................................................................................................. 26

2.3.7 DATA INTERPRETATION .................................................................................................................. 27

2.3.8 Additional measures in EMP for mitigation .................................................................................... 27

2.3.9 Variation in AERMOD Modelling done ............................................................................................ 28

SECTION 2.4 : MITIGATION MEASURES PROPOSED ................................................................................................ 29

SECTION 2.5 : BUDGETARY COST BREAK UP OF MANAGEMENT OF AIR POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM ................................ 30

SECTION 2.6 : IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE ........................................................................................................ 30

CHAPTER 3: WATER AND WASTE WATER MANAGEMENT ................................................................................ 31

SECTION 3.1 : BASELINE DATA ......................................................................................................................... 31

SECTION 3.2 : DETAILS OF WATER USAGE AND ITS TREATMENT ................................................................................ 37

3.2.1 Water requirement ........................................................................................................................ 37

3.2.2 Water Storage ............................................................................................................................... 40

3.2.3 Proposed Sewage Treatment Plant: ................................................................................................ 40

3.2.4 STP Schematic Diagram ................................................................................................................. 41

3.2.5 Schematic Diagram of ETP.............................................................................................................. 41

3.2.6 Rainwater Harvesting Plan ............................................................................................................. 42

SECTION 3.3 : BUDGETARY COST FOR WATER MANAGEMENT .................................................................................. 43

SECTION 3.4 : IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE ........................................................................................................ 43

CHAPTER 4: NOISE MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................................ 43

CHAPTER 5: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT ..................................................................................................... 45

SECTION 5.1 : DETAILS OF WASTE GENERATION FROM THE UNIT .............................................................................. 45

SECTION 5.2 : MANAGEMENT FOR WASTE .......................................................................................................... 46

5.2.1 Process Waste ............................................................................................................................... 46

5.2.2 Other wastes ................................................................................................................................. 47

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CHAPTER 6: CONSERVATION PLAN FOR SCHEDULE I FAUNA SPECIE PREVALENT IN BUFFER ZONE ..................... 48

CHAPTER 7: RISK ASSESSMENT ...................................................................................................................... 49

SECTION 7.1 : HAZARD IDENTIFICATION .............................................................................................................. 50

SECTION 7.2 : VULNERABILITY ANALYSIS ............................................................................................................. 51

7.2.1 Risk Analysis .................................................................................................................................. 55

CHAPTER 8: OVERVIEW/ OUTLINE OF ON-SITE EMERGENCY PLANNING ....................................................... 56

SECTION 8.1 : PLANNING ................................................................................................................................ 56

8.1.1 Preventive measures ...................................................................................................................... 57

8.1.2 BREACH RELATED TO EMERGENCY LAGOON .................................................................................. 60

SECTION 8.2 : EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURE ............................................................................................... 64

SECTION 8.3 : RECOVERY PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................ 65

CHAPTER 9: OFF SITE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN: ............................................................................ 65

SECTION 9.1 : VULNERABILITY ANALYSIS ............................................................................................................. 65

9.1.1 Preventive Measures: .................................................................................................................... 66

9.1.2 Emergency Response Procedures .................................................................................................... 67

9.1.3 Roles and responsibilities ................................................................................................................ 67

Emergency Control Team ........................................................................................................................... 69

9.1.4 Chain of command during emergency ............................................................................................. 70

CHAPTER 10: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY.......................................................................................... 70

SECTION 10.1 : INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................... 70

SECTION 10.2 : HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ANALYSIS (HIRA) ...................................................................... 70

SECTION 10.3 : ACTION PLAN ........................................................................................................................ 73

SECTION 10.4 : PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................... 74

SECTION 10.5 : WORKER HEALTH CHECKUP PLAN ................................................................................................ 74

SECTION 10.6 : ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY (EHS) MANAGEMENT POLICY ................................................... 76

CHAPTER 11: GREEN BELT/ GREEN COVER PLAN ............................................................................................... 77

SECTION 11.1 : OBJECTIVE OF PLANTATION ....................................................................................................... 77

SECTION 11.2 : GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT PLAN .............................................................................................. 78

CHAPTER 12: CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ........................................................................................... 82

SECTION 12.1 : MEDICAL ASSISTANCE ............................................................................................................. 83

SECTION 12.2 : EDUCATION/ TRAINING OF PERSONNEL ........................................................................................ 83

SECTION 12.3 : AGRICULTURAL IMPROVEMENT .................................................................................................. 83

SECTION 12.4 : ASSISTANCE IN UTILIZING GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS ...................................................................... 84

12.4.1 Some of other CSR activities ....................................................................................................... 84

SECTION 12.5 : PROPOSED CSR BUDGET .......................................................................................................... 85

CHAPTER 13: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL AND INFRASTRUCTURE.............................................. 86

SECTION 13.1 : ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL DETAILS ................................................................... 86

SECTION 13.2 : FUNCTIONS OF THE MONITORING CELL .............................................................................. 86

CHAPTER 14: ADDITONAL MITIGATION MEASURES & PLAN DURING CONSTRUCTION/ERECTION PHASE .. 87

SECTION 14.1 : AIR ENVIRONMENT ................................................................................................................. 87

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SECTION 14.2 : WATER ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................................................ 87

SECTION 14.3 : NOISE ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................................................. 87

SECTION 14.4 : SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................... 88

CHAPTER 15: SUMMARY OF EMP ..................................................................................................................... 88

Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION • The proposed project belongs to M/s. Mangalore Minerals (P)ltd, a leading company in the production

of washed, graded and resin coated silica sand. The proposed proposal is for new beneficiation plant

of Silica Sand having a capacity of 6 lakh MT of throughput capacity per annum.

• Silica Sand has wide applications in foundry industries, Glass industries, Filtration equipment’s,

Construction industries, Adhesives etc.Mangalore Minerals Private Limited (MMPL) had

conceptualized a silica sand beneficiation plant Cum Mining Project based on raw material to be

sourced from adjacent mine owned by Hari Mandir Mineral Traders, with whom an agreement was

entered.

• Accordingly, an application was moved on 11.05.2011 to Director (Non-Coal Mining) MoEF&CC for

grant of terms of reference.

• The committee considered the application in its 17th EAC meeting held on 20.07.2011. During the

presentation committee advised that since owners of both the Mine as well as plant were different,

hence the proposal shall be put up separately for the mine as well as proposed beneficiation plant.

• Thereafter, the separate application for beneficiation plant was submitted on 01.08.2011. to Director

(Non-Coal Mining). Hence, project was granted Terms of Reference vide letter no. EAC No. J-

11015/188/2011-IA. II(M) dated 21st September, 2011.

• The project was appraised by the Expert Appraisal Committee (Non-Coal Mining) on 21.03.2014. The

committee asked for few clarification and same was submitted.

• Hence, the project was again reconsidered in 22ndEAC meeting held on 27.8.2014 where the

committee recommended the proposal for Grant of EC.

• In the meanwhile, Hari Mandir Mineral Traders with whom the proposed beneficiation plant had tied

up for the raw material has already obtained the Environmental clearance on 30.07.2015 vide letter

No: J-11015/110/2011-IA. II(M) on 29.07.2015 for mining of Silica sand.

• The beneficiation plant project was returned for re-appraisal in EAC Industry –I. PP had uploaded the

same proposal of 2014 given to EAC Non-Coal Mining to EAC industry I MOEF&CC in Meeting on 27th

October 2016 EAC Meeting at MOEF&CC; where project proposal was reappraised TOR wise and

committee sought additional details from the PP and asked PP to submit details and to appear for re-

appraisal in the EAC after deficiencies were incorporated in EMP.

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Section 1.1 : Sequence of Events for process of getting EC from MOEFCC

NOW THE PP IS SUBMITTING REVISED EMP REPORT FOR EAC TO RECONSIDER THE

PROJECT IN THEIR UPCOMING EAC MEETING IN DECEMBER 2016

The EAC (Non-Coal Mining) Committee recommended the EC to the project. However EC was not granted.

DFO approved Conservation Plan was submitted to MoEF on 21.9.2015. MOEFCC directed vide letter no.J-11015/188/2011-IA.II dated 20.November,

2015 that the approval on Conservation plan shall obtained from Chief Wildlife Warden.

P.P. submitted Chief Wildlife Warden approved conservation plan to MoEF on 26.2.2016.

Even after submission of all documents, Environmental Clearance has not been issued till date.

The project was considered by the EAC Industry – I in their meeting at MoEF&CC on 27.10.2016 and raised some additional points/ queries in

proposal

TOR was granted by EAC(Non-Coal Mining), MoEF vide Letter no.J-11015/188/2011-IA.II(M) on 21.9.2011.

Public Hearing was held on 08.07.2013

Appraisal by EAC (Non-Coal Mining), MOEF on 21.3.2014

Revised EIA was submitted along with one month revalidated baseline data on 27.6.2014 as per direction of EAC in its meeting held on March 20-21, 2014

Reconsideration Meeting of EAC (Non-Coal Mining), MOEF held on 27.8.2014

ToR was revalidated by MOEF’s Letter no.J-11015/188/2011-IA.II(M) issued on 7.1.2014.

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Section 1.2 : Plant Layout

Section 1.3 : Environmental Sensitivity

Water Sources Distance from Project Site

Yamuna River 6.6 km NW (nearest point)

Baghli Jhil 9.5 km SW

Forest Distance from Project Site

Baghla Reserve Forest 9.5 km SW

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There are no other ecologically sensitive areas within 15 km.

Section 1.4 : 10Km Radius Topo Map showing location of Project

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Section 1.5 : Project Location on Google Earth

Section 1.6 : Project Details at a Glance

Particulars Details

Capacity (Throughput) 6.0 Lakh T per annum

Land Area Total land area 10.0 Ha

Plant area 6.91 Ha including green area in 2.0771 ha.

Additional Green area: 3.09ha

Total Green area 5.1671 ha (51.67% of total area)

Estimated Project Cost Rs. 2000 Lakhs i.e. Rs 20 Crores

Nearest Perennial Water Body River Yamuna (6.6 km NW at nearest point)

Sanctuary/Important Monument etc. Not within 15km

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Rehabilitation of Local Inhabitants Nil

Manpower Requirement 50

Power Requirement (for both the circuits) 2000 KVA

Diesel Generator 800 KVA

Daily Fresh Water Requirement for Processing (make up water) 180 KL

Daily Treated Water Circulation 1930 KL; Details of Water Use, Generation of waste water, treatment of re-use is given in Section 3.2

Fresh Water Source Ground Water – permission obtained from CGWB

Solid waste management 80 MT per Day as Clay Cake (at maximum production level) Details given in Section 5.1

Green Area 2.0771 ha of plant area and additional 3.09 Ha green barrier

Details are given in Chapter 11

Cost on EMP Rs 334.5 Lakhs and Rs 69.5 Lakhs/Annum as Capital and Recurring Expenditure for EMP respectively. Details given in Chapter 15

CSR Budget Rs 38.0 as Capital Expenditure to be and Rs 13.5 Lakhs/ Annum as recurring expenditure

Details are given in Chapter 12

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Section 1.7 : Proposed Process for Manufacturing

CRUSHING PROCESS

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WASHING PROCESS

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Chapter 2: AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT Section 2.1 : Details of Monitoring Locations

Station No. Location Distance & Direction from

project area

Project area / study area

A1 On site project area -- Industrial area

A2 East direction of site -- Industrial area

A3 Dagdai Village 0.5 km,South Residential area

A4 Aswan Village 1.5 Km,SSE Residential area

A5 Nearby Mine 0.5 Km,North Industrial area

A6 Chhatahara Village 1.56 km,NNE Residential area

A7 Chhedi Village 4.0 Km ,East Residential area

A8 Ichaura Village 2.0 km ,WNW Residential area

Section 2.2 : Baseline Data Collected One month revalidated Data collected in Summer of 2014 in addition to three month data given in earlier

EIA Report and submitted to MoEF&CC

Loca

tio

n

Monitoring

Station

Category

(R,I,S)

No. of

Samples

Min. Max.

98

Per

cen

tile

Mean Min. Max. 9

8

Perc

enti

le

Mean

PM2.5

(Standard – 60 µg/m3)

PM10


A1 Onsite

Beneficiation

Plant

8 43.4 52.7 50.6 48.05 97.8 127.5 116 112.65

A2 East

Direction Of

Onsite

8 41.9 50.8 48.8 46.35 94.2 122.9 111.8 108.55

A3 Dagdai

Village 8 45.8 55.5 53.4 50.65 103.0 134.4 122.8 118.7

A4 Aswan Village 8 57.0 69.1 66.5 63.05 128.4 167.4 152.3 147.9

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A5 Nearby Mine 8 38.7 46.9 45.1 49.8 87.0 113.5 103.2 100.25

A6 Chatara

Village 8 54.3 65.8 63.3 60.05 122.2 159.4 145.0 140.8

A7 Chedi Village 8 52.0 63.0 60.6 57.5 116.9 152.0 138.7 134.45

A8 Ichaura

Village 8 47.7 57.8 55.6 52.75 107.3 140.0 127.4 123.65

Loca

tio

n

Monitoring

Station

Category

(R,I,S)

No. of

Samples

Min. Max.

98

Per

cen

tile

Mean Min. Max.

98

Per

cen

tile

Mean

SO2


NOX


A1 Onsite

Beneficiation

Plant

8 7.2 9.1 9.0 8.15 9.8 13.6 13.3 11.7

A2 East

Direction Of

Onsite

8 6.9 8.7 8.7 7.8 9.4 13.1 12.8 11.25

A3 Dagdai

Village 8 7.6 9.5 9.5 8.55 10.3 14.3 14.0 12.3

A4 Aswan Village 8 9.4 11.9 11.9 8.65 12.9 17.9 17.4 15.4

A5 Nearby Mine 8 6.4 8.1 8.0 7.25 8.7 12.1 12.1 10.4

A6 Chatara

Village 8

9.0 11.3 11.3 10.15 12.2 17.0 17.0 14.6

A7 Chedi Village 8 8.6 10.8 10.8 9.7 11.7 16.3 16.3 14

A8 Ichaura

Village 8 7.9 9.9 9.9 8.9 10.7 14.9 14.9 12.8

Onsite: the mean value of SO2 (7.8 µg/m3 - 8.15µg/m3), PM2.5 (46.35 µg/m3 - 48.05 µg/m3) & NOX

(11.25 µg/m3 - 11.7 µg/m3) are within the standard limits of National ambient air quality

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standards. However, the mean value of PM10 (108.55 µg/m3 - 112.65 µg/m3) is higher than the

National ambient air quality standards due to scarcity of vegetation at study area which leads to

fugitive dust emission due to blowing of wind. Also, vehicular movement at unpaved roads/dirt

roads also contributes in increased values.

Buffer zone: In buffer zone the mean value of SO2 (7.25 µg/m3 – 10.15 µg/m3) & NOX (10.4 µg/m3

- 15.4 µg/m3)are within the limits of National ambient air quality standards. However, the mean

values of PM10 (100.25 µg/m3 – 147.9 µg/m3) & PM2.5 (49.8 µg/m3 – 63.05 µg/m3) are Higher

than the National ambient air quality standards due to nearby operational mines which leads to

fugitive dust emission. Also, some local village activities & fugitive dust emission generation due

to vehicular movement on unpaved/dirt village & approach roads contributes to increased

values in the buffer zone.

Section 2.3 : PREDICTION OF IMPACT OF PROPOSED PLANT ON AIR QUALITY USING AERMOD

2.3.1 INTRODUCTION The ambient air quality Ground Level Concentration (GLC) of the area near any project is impacted due to air

pollution sources in the project. The air pollution sources are of two types:

Point Sources – Chimneys/ Stacks/ ducts/ Vents

Non Point Sources – Vehicles, machinery, blasting, drilling etc.

The emissions from these sources spread or disperse in the air and cause increase in the pollution level in

ambient air. This causes an increase in Ground Level Concentration (GLC). This increase in GLC can be

predicted for proposed project using Air Dispersion Modelling. In this study, AERMOD developed by Lakes

Environmental Inc. is used to calculate incremental Ground Level concentrations (GLC) for the proposed

sources of air pollution in the proposed project, for Particulate emissions and Gaseous emissions (NOx& SO2).

2.3.2 METHODOLOGY For Air Dispersion Modelling following methodology shall be used:

2.3.2.1.1 Modelling Procedure

AERMOD uses Gaussian plume dispersion modelling parameters, the generalised equation is given below:

𝒄 =𝑸

𝟐𝝅𝒖𝝈𝒚𝝈𝒛𝒆𝒙𝒑(−

𝟏

𝟐

𝒀𝟐

𝝈𝟐𝒚){𝒆𝒙𝒑 [−

𝟏

𝟐

(𝒛 − 𝒉𝟐)

𝝈𝟐𝒛] + 𝒆𝒙𝒑 [−

𝟏

𝟐

(𝒛 + 𝒉𝟐)

𝝈𝟐𝒛]}

Where

c = concentration at a given point (g/m3)

Q = emission rate (g/s)

u = wind speed (m/s)

σy = dispersion parameter in the horizontal (lateral) direction (m)

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σz= dispersion parameter in the vertical direction (m)

x = direction of the wind (x = 0 at the source; x > 0 downwind).

y = horizontal direction perpendicular to the wind (y = 0 at the center of the plume; positive on your left when

you look downwind).

z = vertical direction (z = 0 at the surface and positive above the surface).

As well as the effective source height h. They all have meters as units.

Plume Rise

Plume rise h has been determined according to Brigg’s formula (CPCB guideline)

h = 21.425 F3 4 for F<55

Us

and

h = 38.71 F3 5 for F>55

Us

F = g VsD2(Ts-Ta)/4Ts

Where

Us = wind speed at stack level (m/s)

Vs = stack gas velocity (m/s)

Ts = stack gas temperature (K)

Ta = ambient temperature (K)

F = Buoyancy flux parameter (m4/s3)

h = Plume rise (m)

D = Diameter of the stack (m)

g = acceleration due to gravity, 9.807 (m/s2)

2.3.2.1.2 Extrapolation of Wind Speed

Wind speed at stack level is calculated by power law as given below.

Ustack = U10(Stack height/10)p

Where U10 is the wind speed at 10 meter level and p is the power law coefficient (0.07, 0.07, 0.10, 0.15, 0.35

and 0.55 for stability classes A,B,C,D,E and F respectively) as per Irwin for rural areas (USEPA, 1987).

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2.3.2.1.3 Stability Classification

Hourly stability is determined by wind direction fluctuation method as suggested by Slade (1965) and

recommended by CPCB (PROBES/70/1997-1998).

= Wdr/6

, is standard deviation of wind direction fluctuation, Wdr is the overall wind direction fluctuation or width of

the wind direction in degrees. The table for stability classes is given as under.

Stability Class (degree)

A > 22.5

B 22.4 – 17.5

C 17.4 – 12.5

D 12.4 – 7.5

E 7.4 – 3.5

F < 3.5

2.3.2.1.4 Dispersion Parameters

Dispersion parameters y and z for open country conditions (Briggs, 1974) are used as the project is locatedon

a flat terrain in a rural area. Atmospheric dispersion coefficients vary with downwind distance (x) from

emission sources for different atmospheric stability conditions. (CPCB – PROBES/70/1997-98).

2.3.2.1.5 Rural Conditions

2.3.3 INPUT DATA

2.3.3.1 Point Sources:

A Table showing all the point sources of Air Pollution along with their data is shown below: -

Stability Class y z

A 0.22x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.20x

B 0.16x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.12x

C 0.11x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.08x(1+0.0002x).5

D 0.08x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.06(1+0.0015x).5

E 0.06x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.03x(1+0.0003x)-1

F 0.04x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.16x(1+0.0003x)-1

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S.no Point Source

Name

Height of

Stack

proposed

Average

Discharge

Rate in m3/hr

PM Emission

Rate in g/s

NOx Emission

Rate in g/s

SO2 Emission

Rate in g/s

Average

Operational

Hours Per Day

Control

Measure

Proposed

Effect of Measures

1 DG Set 800 KVA

using HSD

18 m 10032.3 0.128 0.314 0.008 1

(Continuous

uninterrupted

power supply

is sanctioned

by UPPCL,

hence DG set

use will be

minimal)

Stack height of

18 m shall be

installed

Proper dispersion of

pollutant is done so

that the pollutants

as discharged are

not accumulate at

one point in Ground

level; proper mixing

of pollutants in the

layer is desirable

before they touch

ground level.

2 Dryer

25TPH i.e.

Installed

Capacity

30 m 10661.04 0.0508 0.1278 0.0561 20 Cyclone

Followed by

Wet Scrubber

with Caustic

containing

water (i.e.

Alkaline water)

as mist spray

liquid and vent

at 20m from

ground level

Sulphur Oxides and

Oxides of Nitrogen

emissions from

Furnace Oil burning

in the air heater of

the dryer is

absorbed to fine

mist of alkaline

water. Waste water

is treated in ETP

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3 Crusher

(180TPH

installed

Capacity)

20 m 7821 0.187 -- 0.0002 12 Bag Filter

System and

vent at 20m

height from

ground level

Particulate

emissions are

envisaged and the

Dust is filtered prior

to venting from

stack.

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2.3.3.2 Non-Point Source(s):

Non-Point sources are used in the model for transportation to be done between nearby mine (less than 1km)

for model, 1km road is considered as Line Area source (Haul Road emissions and vehicular exhaust and

evaporative emissions). The calculation is as below;

A: At peak capacity of 2000TPD with 12 Hours of transportation, about 170 Tonnes/ Hr shall be

transported using 15 Tonner Dumper; no. of trips including empty carriage shall be 24.

B: At peak capacity about 1800 TPD of beneficiated product will be transported to various consumers

from the plant in 16 hours in 25 tonner covered trucks. This means about 115 TPH product will be

transported with number of trips including empty trucks per hour will be 10 trips

The emissions are computed based on the same assuming (High Speed Diesel) and PP has committed for a

metallic haul road in the stretch of road falling out side mine area to reduce PM emissions and sprinkling would

be proposed for further reduction in gaseous/ PM Exhaust emissions.

2.3.3.3 Meteorological Data

Hourly meteorological data project site for the period (March – May 2016) in respect of wind speed, wind

direction, temperature and cloud Cover Data etc. are utilized in this study which was used by data of Allahabad,

UP from Lakes Environmental Inc., USA Mean mixing heights for each hour for region are extracted from the

IMD data and AERMOD Upper air estimator data. These data are used in air quality modelling software.

2.3.3.4 Ambient Air Quality Standards and Background Concentrations

Ambient air quality standards promulgated by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for different areas are

as follows:

S. No Pollutant Time Weighted

Average

Concentration in Ambient Air

Industrial, Residential, Rural

and Other Area

Ecologically

Sensitive

Area(Notified by

Central

Government)

1. Particulate Matter

(size less than 10µm)

or PM10 µg/m3

Annual*

24 hours**

60

100

60

100

2 Nitrogen Dioxide

(NO2) in µg/m3

Annual*

24Hours**

40

80

30

80

3 Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)

in µg/m3

Annual*

24Hours**

40

80

30

80

*Annual arithmetic mean of minimum 104 measurements in a year at particular site taken twice a week 24

hourly at uniform intervals

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**24 hours monitored values, shall be compiled with 98% of the time in a year, 2% of the time, they may

exceed the limits but not on two consecutive days of the morning. The above standards are for a sampling

period of 24 hours.

Station

No.

Location Distance &

Direction

from project

area

Project area /

study area

Mean Baseline

Values for PM 10

in µg/m3

Mean Baseline

Values for NOx

µg/m3

Mean Baseline

Values for SO2

µg/m3

A1 On site project

area

-- Industrial area 112.65 11.7 8.15

A2 East direction

of site

-- Industrial area 108.55 11.25 7.8

A3 Dagdai Village 0.5

km,South

Residential

area 118.7 12.3 8.55

A4 Aswan Village 1.5 Km,SSE Residential

area 147.9 15.4 8.65

A5 Nearby Mine 0.5

Km,North

Industrial area 100.25 10.4 7.25

A6 Chhatahara

Village

1.56

km,NNE

Residential

area 140.8 14.6 10.15

A7 Chhedi Village 4.0 Km ,East Residential

area 134.45 14.0 9.7

A8 Ichaura Village 2.0 km

,WNW

Residential

area 123.65 12.8 8.9

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2.3.4 PLAN AND FRAME WORK OF COMPUTATIONS

2.3.4.1 Selection of Locations

The locations have been selected around project site covering an area of 10 km radius from the center of the

project site. The entire area has been put on grid network and grid spacing has been taken as 500 m.

2.3.4.2 Plan of Computation

The emission rate, dispersion coefficients and other input data being now available; it was planned to compute

the following:

- The 24 hourly averaged incremental concentration with hourly data.

- The identification of grid point having peak concentration for the incremental values.

- Preparation of isopleths of for various pollutants.

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2.3.5 MODEL OUTPUT FILES

2.3.5.1 AERMOD OUTPUT ISOPLETH FOR PM10 DISPERSION

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2.3.5.2 AERMOD OUTPUT ISOPLETH FOR NOx DISPERSION

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2.3.5.3 AERMOD OUTPUT ISOPLETH FOR SO2 DISPERSION

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2.3.6 RESULT AND DISCUSSIONS

2.3.6.1 PREDICTED AMBIENT AIR QUALITY FOR IMPACT OF PM

With available ambient air quality data and incremental concentrations computed through mathematical

modelling the following post project ambient air quality has been predicted. The maximum GLC for PM10

modelling will be 1.04 g/m3.

Table Showing Village PM Dispersion Results:

Location Background

Concentration PM10

(g/m3)

Predicted Incremental

Concentration PM10

(g/m3)

Post Project Air

Quality PM10

(g/m3)

On site project area 112.65 0.3 112.95

East direction of site 108.55 0.3 108.85

Dagdai Village 118.7 0.3 119.0

Aswan Village 147.9 0.1 148.0

Nearby Mine 100.25 0.1 100.35

Chhatahara Village 140.8 0.3 141.1

Chhedi Village 134.45 0.1 134.55

Ichaura Village 123.65 0.08 123.73

2.3.6.2 PREDICTED AMBIENT AIR QUALITY FOR IMPACT OF NOx


modelling (Gaussian Plume) the following post project ambient air quality has been predicted. The maximum

GLC for NOx modelling will be 1.56 g/m3

Location Background

Concentration NOx

(g/m3)


Concentration NOx

(g/m3)

Post Project Air

Quality NOx

(g/m3)





Nearby Mine 10.4 0.3 10.7


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2.3.6.3 PREDICTED AMBIENT AIR QUALITY FOR IMPACT OF SO2


modelling (Gaussian Plume) the following post project ambient air quality has been predicted. The maximum

GLC for SO2 modelling will be 0.417 g/m3

Location Background

Concentration SO2

(g/m3)


Concentration SO2

(g/m3)

Post Project Air

Quality SO2

(g/m3)





Nearby Mine 7.25 0.08 7.33




2.3.7 DATA INTERPRETATION As we can the existing air quality is above the standard due to present situation in which may be

due to Kachha roads, illegal and unregulated activities resulting in to involvement of several

hundred tractors plying in and around core zone area. From the results generated by AERMOD

in form of Isopleth and results of same in table above show that maximum GLC of PM/ SO2/NOX

during operational phase of the proposed unit and its associated emissions due to production/

activities does not have a significant impact on environment/ ambient air quality on sensitive

receptors of the project. Village wise impact shows that the operation of the project in its final

phase does not impact the quality in respect to standards given by NAAQS, 2009 and the

percentage increase in the contamination is generally within 1% range. The PP has proposed

additional measures in EMP for initiating improvement of air quality in the area and further

reduction in dust emissions from the plant.

2.3.8 Additional measures in EMP for mitigation 1. PP commits to strengthen and metallify the roads wherever possible, especially the roads in

the vicinity of plant leading to any habitat which would be most often used by them i.e.

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internal roads, road approaching mine and other roads which are used for transport of

products etc. and under CSR would commit to help for Pakka roads in nearest Villages in

consultation with Panchayats and with the help of Government which are of high importance

and experience heavy traffic load. This has caused for the above said Line area source(s) i.e.

External/ Internal Roads to be used by trucks/ dumpers to have a 90% reduction in Emissions

of PM as given above;

2. Also, PP shall undertake extensive sprinkling on such internal roads and roads leading to

habitat to reduce impact of gaseous and fine particulates; the system shall absorb pollutants

and that would also reduce emissions by a factor of about 70%. The PP will also engage into

plantation along the heavy traffic roads in consultation with the locals.

3. The PP shall increase awareness for the local areas for reducing polluting activities such as

stoppage of unauthorised workings and plying of trucks in and around of plant area and mine

area, open-burning and dust generating activities and incorporate counter measures for the

same into their daily lives such as wheel-washing and sprinkling.

4. Dryer Stack is modelled for real data (done with a pilot scale facility comprised of a well-

designed wet scrubber {Caustic Containing Water} and tested by an NABL Accredited Local

Laboratory with Flue Gas Analyser) from another plant using same fuel and similar

production figure and change in Diameter of stack and that of velocity has made an impact

to overall flow rate of the stack. There is also variation in temperature thereby more

dispersion and installation of wet spray scrubber is controlling emissions by about 70% now

and when we have a proper well designed and engineering system; this reduction is likely to

increase as the pilot scale model was not so efficient.

5. Installation of Dust Suppression system by installing Mist spraying system on roads leading

to nearby habitat, plant area, ROM storage area, product storage area etc.

2.3.9 Variation in AERMOD Modelling done 1. PM10 Averaging done for 24Hr now which was 1Hr earlier; this was wrong in previously

model report as NAAQS, 2009 Value for 100ug/m3 for PM 10 is for 24 Hr averaging time.

2. Model earlier done was for Pre-NAAQS PM Dust emissions in old AERMOD version (7.4) and

now is done in AERMOD 9.2 for PM10 which increases accuracy of the results.

3. In the revised model, we have corrected the model for Terrain mapping too using SRTM 1m

data from Lakes Environmental Inc, USA which uses data base of USGS (US Geological

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Survey); AERMAP was also used in the modelling which made the modelling complex but

more accurate and reliable and factors for terrain data and different albedo(s) at different,

terrain levels such as water, hills, grasslands etc.

4. As per the above data given in sources; we have modelled the operational phase on actual

working hours per source, to get most reliable results and data can be correlated.

Section 2.4 : Mitigation Measures Proposed Air pollution Control Measures for Fugitive Emissions

S.No. Sources of Air Pollution Mitigation Measures

1 Fugitive dust emission during material handling outside the plant

Regular water sprinkling in the storage area and Hopper. (Normally ROM contains enough moisture throughout the year hence needing no sprinkling of water but whenever situation will demand sprinkling shall be done).

Regular water sprinkling in the areas of transportation upto the crusher and stockyard. Sprinkling will be done in all areas of dry operation.

2 Spillage from the Tippers Over loading of tippers will be strictly avoided to prevent spillage and they shall be covered with Tarpaulin sheets.

3 Fugitive dust emissions during material handling inside the plant

Channelization and suction system with hoods, ducting, negative pressure induction etc. with provision of bag filter before releasing to ambient air. The process will be fully enclosed inside the plant.

The proposed crushing Plant in the unit having a capacity of about 180 TPH will be installed below

ground level. The crushing circuit will have Jaw crusher /Vertical Shaft Impactor (VSI) in combination

with vibratory screens to reduce the size from 900mm upto -2mm. The grizzly through which ROM

will be fed to the crusher will be at surface level below which there will be a bin to transfer the ROM

to jaw crusher/VSI. The dumper bringing the material from the mine will unload the ROM over the

grizzly. To arrest any dust at the grizzly transfer point, sprinkler is proposed to be installed. This

sprinkler will also arrest any fugitive dust that may escape from crushing installation located below

ground level which may occur even after taking all control measures at all the transfer points like

providing hood, dust extractors and bag filters. The grizzly and the bin area where the ROM will be

dumped will be housed in an enclosure to avoid any dust emitting in the atmosphere.

Air pollution Control Measures for Point Sources

S.No Source APCS Stack Height

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1. Crusher Bag filter 18 m

2. Dryer Stack Cyclone and Wet Scrubber 20 m

3. DG set (800 kVA) - 18 m

Section 2.5 : Budgetary Cost Break up of Management of Air Pollution Control System

S.No Source Capital Cost (Rupees in lakhs)

Recurring Cost (Rupees in lakhs)

1. Bag Filter attached to stack 3 1.5

2. Cyclone & Wet Scrubber System attached with Dryer Stack

5 1.5

3. Fugitive Dust (Indoor and Outdoor) mitigation with channelization and sprinkling.

8 1.0

4. Stack for DG set (800 KVA) 3 1

5. Regular Water sprinkling in the storage area and Hopper using Mist (Sprinklers)

2 1.5

6. Metallification of Haul Roads leading to nearest habitat and Most often used roads by plant operation (Some part would be covered under CSR too)

30 1

7. Channelization and suction systems with hoods, ducting etc. and Bag Filter for crushing plant

4 1

TOTAL 55 8.5

Section 2.6 : Implementation Schedule

S.No Source Time

1. Crusher Bag Filter with stack Implemented in the first year

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2. Cyclone with Dryer Stack Implemented in the first year

3. Fugitive Dust (Indoor and Outdoor) mitigation with channelization and sprinkling.

Implemented in the first year

4. Stack for DG set (800 KVA) Shall be installed with the plant operation (pre-assessment) only if there are frequent power outage(s); as this is only for backup

5. Regular water sprinkling in the storage area and Hopper.

Shall start as soon as production starts, all infrastructure shall be laid out with plan installation by first year

6. Metallification of Roads At the commissioning stage

7. Tarpaulin sheets for trucks carrying product sand. Consumer trucks will not be permitted right from beginning of first sale without proper covering of trucks with tarpaulin

8. Indoor channelization system with Bag Filter Implemented in the first year

Chapter 3: WATER AND WASTE WATER MANAGEMENT

Section 3.1 : Baseline Data One month revalidated Data collected in Summer of 2014 in addition to the three months data collected for

EIA Preparation.

Station No. Location

GW1 Project Site

GW2 Parwezabad Village

GW3 Lalapur Village

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GW4 Ichaura Village

GW5 Cheddi Village

GW6 Chhatahara Village

GW7 Sanauri Village

GW8 Bashara Tarhar

GW 9 Aswan Village

GW-10 Chintapur Village

S.No. Parameter Unit IS:10500 desirable limit

On Site (Bore Wel)

Minimum detection limit

1 Colour Hazen 5 <1 1

2 Odour - Agreeable Agreeable Qualitative

3 Turbidity NTU 5 <1 1

4 pH - 6.5 -8.5 8.1 1

5 Temperature 0C -- 24.2 1

6 Conductivity µmho/cm 750 1

7 TDS mg/l 500 350 1

8 Chloride mg/l 250 76 2

9 Fluoride mg/l 0.6-1.2 1.1 0.1

10 Hardness as CaCO3 mg/l 150 187 2

11 Calcium mg/l 75 65 1

12 Magnesium mg/l 30 6.2 2

13 Iron Mg/l 0.17 0.12

14 Sulphate mg/l 150 5.7 2

15 Nitrite Nitrogen mg/l - BDL 0.02

16 Nitrate Nitrogen mg/l 45 1.2 1

17 Boron mg/l 0.5 BDL 0.1

18 Alkalinity mg/l 200 181 0.5

19 Aluminum mg/l 0.03 BDL 0.2

20 Phosphate mg/l - BDL 0.01

21 Sodium mg/l -- 14.2 0.1

22 Potassium mg/l -- 0.8 0.1

23 Lithium mg/l - BDL 0.4

24 Lead mg/l 0.1 BDL 0.1

25 Bromide mg/l - BDL 0.1

26 Cadmium mg/l 0.003 BDL 0.008

27 Zinc mg/l 5 BDL 0.05

28 Total Chromium mg/l - BDL 0.02

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Sl.

No.

Parameters Unit Results

Standards

(IS:10500) GW2 GW3 GW4 GW5 GW6 GW7 GW8 GW9

(HPump)

GW10

(H.Pump)

1 Colour Hazen <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 5

2 Odour mg/l Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

3 pH 7.3 7.3 7.5 7.4 7.2 7.2 7.5 7.3 7.8 6.5-8.5

4 Conductivity µmho/cm 940 2110 1150 2230 970 890 1350 2980 1480

5 Temperature 0C 24 26 25 24.2 24.5 23.9 23.8 26 24.6 --

6 Turbidity NTU 0.4 2.3 2.1 5.5 1.3 <1 2.3 5.3 1.1 5

7 T.D.S. mg/l 440 1480 654 1200 759 510 720 1800 690 500

8 Chloride mg/l 111 249 124 339.8 249.8 117 245 329 166 250

9 Fluoride mg/l 1.3 1.3 1 1 1.3 1.1 1.3 1.5 1.4 0.6-1.2

10 Hardness as

CaCO3 mg/l 216 773 325 489 295 244 267 907

340 300

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11 Calcium mg/l 61 194.5 82 132.5 57.5 62 56.3 205 69 75

12 Magnesium mg/l 15.5 70 29.3 38.4 36.8 21.7 30.6 96 40.8 30

13 Iron mg/l BDL 0.2 BDL 0.44 0.3 BDL 0.2 0.41 BDL 0.3

14 Sulphate mg/l 10.2 122.5 5.5 16 50 16.2 5 314 18.5 150

15 Nitrate Nitrogen mg/l <1 39 13.5 1.8 38 19.5 1.9 3.4 27 45

16 Nitrite Nitrogen 1 1.5 0.05 0.05 0.12 0.03 0.09 1.4 0.18 -

17 Alkalinity mg/l 0.02 650 380 473 245 227 262 593 321 200

18 Aluminium mg/l 205 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.03

Sl. No. Parameters Unit Results Standards

(IS:10500)

GW2 GW3 GW4 GW5 GW6 GW7 GW8 GW9

(HPump)

GW10

(H.Pump)

19 Boron mg/l BDL 0.3 0.3 0.2 0.4 0.1 0.3 0.3 0.2 0.5

20 Phosphate mg/l 0.2 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL -

21 Sodium mg/l 24.4 11.5 30 103 118 32.9 116 65.1 46 -

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22 SAR mg/l 4.0 1 4.0 11.1 17.5 5.1 17.8 5.3 6.2 -

23 Potassium mg/l 9.3 8.1 2.6 1.7 2 3.8 4.4 84.8 10.5 -

24 Lithium mg/l BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL -

25 Bromide mg/l BDL <1 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL -

26 Colour mg/l BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL -

27 Nickel mg/l BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL -

28 Manganese mg/l BDL BDL BDL 0.013 0.076 BDL BDL 0.209 0.201 0.001

29 Copper mg/l 0.022 0.379 BDL 0.011 0.01 BDL BDL 0.045 BDL 0.05

30 Mercury mg/l BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.001

31 Cadmium mg/l BDL BDL 0.005 0.008 0.006 0.002 0.006 0.009 0.005 0.001

32 Selenium mg/l 0.003 0.005 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL -

33 Lead mg/l BDL BDL 0.029 0.018 0.043 0.027 BDL 0.094 BDL 0.05

34 Colour mg/l BDL 0.048 BDL BDL 0.036 BDL 0.09 4.84 0.107 5

35 Zinc Hazen BDL 0.05 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 5

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S.No. Parameters Unit

SW1

Mehva Nala

SW2

Jhagarbaria Nala Standard for Discharge

in inland surface water

1 pH - 7.8 7.8 5.5-9.0

2 Colour Hazen <1 <1 <10

3 T. Suspended Solids mg/l 137 105.5 100

4 Odour - Agreeable Agreeable --

5 COD mg/l 5 6 250

6 BOD mg/l 2 2 30

7 DO mg/l 6.2 6.9 -

8 Ammonical Nitrogen mg/l 1.1 0.56 100

9 Ammonia mg/l BDL BDL --

10 Fecal Coliform MPN/100ml 5 18 --

11 Conductivity µmhos/cm 517 734 --

12 Chloride (as Cl) mg/l 27.9 51.9 --

13 Sulphate (as SO4) mg/l 5.8 23 --

14 Phosphate Total mg/l 0.1 0.6 5

15 Nitrite Nitrogen (as NO2) mg/l BDL BDL 10

16 Fluoride (as F) mg/l 1.3 1.6 2

S.No. Parameters Unit SW3

Yamuna River

Primary Water Quality

Criteria for Class SW-II Waters

1 pH - 7.9 6.5 -8.5

2 Colour Hazen <1 -

3 Total Suspended Solids mg/l 370 -

4 Odour - Agreeable -

5 DO mg/l 6.3 4.0 mg/l or 50 percent

saturation value whichever is

higher

6 COD mg/l 32 -

7 BOD mg/l 19 3 mg/l

8 Ammonical Nitrogen mg/l 2.2 -

9 Ammonia mg/l 0.5 -

10 Conductivity µmhos/cm 1070 -

11 Chloride (as Cl) mg/l 73.9 -

12 Sulphate (as SO4) mg/l 35 -

13 Phosphate Total (as PO4) mg/l 0.2 -

14 Nitrite Nitrogen (as NO2) mg/l 0.07 -

15 Fluoride (as F) mg/l 1.4 -

16 Iron (as Fe) mg/l 0.121 -

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17 Copper (as Cu) mg/l 0.11 -

18 Zinc (as Zn) mg/l 0.098 -

19 Manganese (as Mn) mg/l 0.047

20 Arsenic (as As) mg/l BDL -

21 Cadmium (as Cd) mg/l 0.006 -

22 Total Chromium mg/l BDL -

23 Lead (as Pb) mg/l 0.021 -

Section 3.2 : Details of Water Usage and its Treatment

3.2.1 Water requirement

The water requirement of the unit is estimated at 180 m3 per day and is available in abundance

in the area. Permission for water drawls from the bore wells has already been obtained from the

Central Ground Water Board.

Water will be used primarily for washing the sand, for domestic and plantation. Water supply

will come from the Bore wells drilled within the plant area. After washing, the water will be

pumped into HRT. The overflow water from HRT along with makeup water will be recycled in the

system. The underflow will be passed through filter press. The water recovered from the filter

press will form part of the recycled water. Fresh water will be used as make up water to

compensate the losses. Given here is the proposed water balance for the unit:

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S.no Activity Total Water Required

Fresh Water

Required

Treater Water

Required

Waste Water

Generated

Treatment of Waste Water Treated Water for

Reuse

Details of Reuse

1 Washing Unit of the Plant

2020 KLD with an approximate circulation rate of 800KL/Hr

111 KLD 1909 KLD (recovered water re-circulated)

1909 KLD

High Rate Thickener (HRT) with underflow treatment using Filter Press with provision of emergency lagoon.

1909 KLD 94.5% of the water is reused in the system and remaining is made up for the loss in products as Moisture and about 0.5% as pumping, accumulation and evaporation losses. The overflow of the HRT Unit is fed back to the washing unit along with makeup water. Clay Sludge from the filter press is stored and disposed as per Solid Waste Management Plan.

2 Stack Management

15 KLD 15 KLD - 10 KLD Waste Water is neutralized and after settling and chemical dosing process using Poly Electrolyte, the Sludge is separated and Treated Water is recirculated in the Wet Scrubber system

9 KLD Wastewater generated from the scrubber is sent to ETP for treatment and re-used for sprinkling purposes.

3 Sprinkling – Dust Suppression

35 KLD using Mist Sprayer for very fine mist for maximum absorption of pollutants/ dust in the plant.

26 KLD 9 KLD (from ETP for scrubber)

- No Waste Water is generated as mist is sprayed in the plant and in the product area to minimize PM generation. Sprinkling is also done in the Roadside and open area with the said mist so as to create fine spray.

- -

4 Gardening/Green Area Development

25 KLD 13 KLD 12 KLD (from STP)

- No wastewater will be generated as the water will go into plantation development.

- -

5 Domestic Purposes

15 KLD 15 KLD - 13 KLD 13 KLD wastewater generated from flushing etc. will be treated in in-house STP of 15 KLD.

12 KLD The treated water of 12 KLD generated will be used for gardening/green area development.

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3.2.2 Water Storage

1. Capacity of HRT 4030 cum

2. Capacity of Settling Tank 60 cum

3. Capacity of recirculation Tank 60 cum

4. Capacity of Overhead Tank 40 cum

5. Capacity of fresh water tank (makeup water) 60 cum

6. Raw Water Tank Storage (about 2 Day Storage) 400 cum

3.2.3 Proposed Sewage Treatment Plant:

There will be generation of domestic waste water which shall be treated in Sewage Treatment Plant

of capacity 15 KLD. Sludge from settling tank will be used as manure.

The STP shall consist of following units:

1. Collection Tank

2. MBBR tank

3. Settling Tank

4. Dual media filter

5. U.V. Treatment

6. Treated Water Tank

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3.2.4 STP Schematic Diagram

3.2.5 Schematic Diagram of ETP The proposed ETP for treatment of wastewater from scrubber will have the following scheme

DMF MGF

EQ. TANK

PUMP

FILTER

PRESS

AIR BLOWER

TREATED

WATER FOR

RE-USE

WASTE

WATER FROM

SCRUBBER

LIME AND

POLY

ELECTROLYTE

DOSING

CAKE

TREATED

WATER TANK

SLUDGE

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3.2.6 Rainwater Harvesting Plan It is proposed to implement rainwater harvesting structures by diverting the runoff that is generated

from roof sheds, roads and green belt areas for recharging into ground water system.

Implementation of recharge mechanism shall ensure the balance between the discharges vis-a-vis

recharge relation of the aquifer system and improve in the ground water quality. The normal annual

rain fall for the said area has been taken as 838 mm. Based on the site plan and land use pattern of

the plot, the computation of runoff for each unit has been worked out and the details are tabulated

below:

Table 1-1 Runoff Available for Recharge:

Sl

No.

Land Use Type Area (m2) Coefficient of

runoff

Average

Annual

Rainfall

(mm)

Quantity of

Rainwater (m3) that

would be recharged

per Yr

1. Roof Top area of the building/shed 4706 0.80 0.939 3535

2. Road & Paved area 4580 0.60 0.939 2580

3. Unpaved area (open land) including

Green belt area

140714 0.15 0.939 19820

Total 150000 25935

Water recharge Structure Details From the above computation, it is suggested that a total

annual quantum of 25935m3of rainwater can be /fruitfully

harvested by constructing suitable recharge structures. There

are 3 pits proposed for Rain Water Harvesting. The total

expected recharge for annual recharge will be 25935 m3. Total

annual water requirement for the project is 6,99,00 m3 out of

which 6,36,900 m3 water will be recycled inside the plant.

Thus, with respect to freshwater requirement of 59400 m3.

Thus 44 % of the water requirement will be recharged by the

rainwater harvesting provision.

Figure: Proposed Rain Water Harvesting Structure

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Section 3.3 : Budgetary Cost for Water Management S.No Source Capital Cost (Rupees

in Lakhs)

Recurring Cost (Rupees

in Lakhs)

1. STP 10 3

2. ETP for Scrubber 10 5

3. High Rate Thickener & Filter Press 170 15

4. Emergency Lagoon 10 5

5. Rain water Harvesting Structure 5 1

TOTAL 205 29

Section 3.4 : Implementation Schedule All the measures shall be developed alongside with the erection and commissioning for the rest of

the plant.

Chapter 4: NOISE MANAGEMENT The details of major sources of noise pollution from the plant are given below:

Outside the plant:- Noise pollution will be caused due to transportation of material. The

tippers/trucks and other vehicles used will have regular PUC checks and maintenance

Inside the plant:- The main sources from inside the plant will be DG sets and production machinery.

The production will be carried out in the industrial covered shed.

S.No. Source of Pollution inside Mitigation Measures

1 Noise from DG sets Proposed DG set of 800 kVA will be acoustically enclosed or placed in acoustically treated room

2 Noise from production operations

All the machineries will have vibration proof foundation

All the equipment will have vibration pad.

The working shed will have sound absorber at

places.

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Plantation shall be carried out along plant

boundary. The green belt minimizes propagation

of noise.

Hearing protection devices (Ear plugs and ear

muffs) should be provided to the high noise

machine operators and dumper drivers

Regular maintenance will be carried out for all

production machinery like crusher etc.

Other noise management measures:

Noise level will be maintained below 90 dB(A) in workplace (for 8-hour exposure).

All machineries will be maintained as per maintenance schedule to prevent undesirable noise.

Hearing protection devices (Ear plugs and ear muffs) should be provided to the high noise

machine operators and dumper drivers

DG sets will be acoustically enclosed.

Plantation has been carried out along plant boundary. The green belt minimizes propagation of

noise. There will be green belt of 3m width all along the plant.

Control of Vibration

All the machineries will have vibration proof foundation.

All the equipment will have vibration pad.

The working shed will have sound absorber at places.

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Chapter 5: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT Section 5.1 : Details of Waste Generation from the Unit The material balance showing the quantity of wastes from the process is given below:

The project will generate following quantity of solid waste:

Solid Waste from the process:

i. 60% capacity utilization (year 1) 48 TPD (14,400 MTPA)

ii. 70% capacity utilization (year 2) 56 TPD (16,800 MTPA)

iii. 80% capacity utilization (year 3) 64 TPD (19,200 MTPA)

iv. 90% capacity utilization (year 4) 72 TPD (21,600 MTPA)

v. 100% capacity utilization (year 5) 80 TPD (24,000 MTPA)

The generation of solid waste and its management will be for the life of plant estimated at about

30 years which will again depend upon technological advancement and availability of mineral.

Other waste such as Solid Waste due to personnel etc. shall be very limited from the unit as there

is not much of manpower involved, however it has been considered in the management plan. E-

waste/ Plastic waste shall be generated from the unit and the same would be minimised as much

as possible by reuse of plastic bags/ containers in the plant and the same shall be conveyed to

the suppliers and vendors. All agreement(s) in relation to disposal of end of life waste would be

done with approved/ registered vendors/ recyclers of UP Pollution control board having Valid

permission under the above Act(s) and hold a valid CTO.

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Section 5.2 : Management for Waste

5.2.1 Process Waste Process solid waste that will be generated from the project operation will be in the form of process

rejects. As depicted above the generation of solid waste during 1st year of operation will be 48 TPD

(14,400 MTPA) which will go up to 80 TPD (24,000 MTPA) during 4th year onwards. Though the solid

waste generation up to 3 years is lesser but the solid waste management plan has been conceived

for maximum production level i.e. 80 TPD or 24000 MTPA.

Solid waste in the form of process reject requires to be managed to avoid any pollution on account

of this. Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), A Government of India institution based in Nagpur was engaged

to carry out investigation and carry out beneficiation studies on the ROM to be produced from the

mine from where the raw material will be sourced. IBM submitted its report in November 2011. The

salient points of the study are as under:

1. After Crushing the ROM up to 2mm and passing through -2mm +595-micronsieve, -95 micron

fraction was only 3.6%.

2. After grinding over size -2mm +595 micron fraction and blending with finer fraction of +95-595

micron size and wet processing of the mineral, -95 fractions in the slime increased to 5.1%.

The analysis of above findings reveals:

a. That -95 micron size fraction in the Glass grade product sand (+95 -595 micron) will be virtually

nil as Stack Sizer will be used to screen the glass grade fraction. The efficiency of Stack Sizers is

very high.

b. Since Foundry product sand is coarser than glass grade sand, hence there will be nil – 95

microns in this product.

c. Thus, quantity of solid waste after the beneficiation of Silica sand will be 30,600 MTPA (-95

micron) and after further classification to -75 micron the quantity of slime will be only 24,000

MTPA which has to be managed.

d. The clay content in ROM has been analysed at less than 1%. The clay percentage in the slime

after beneficiation process will go up to about 20%. This means that slime will have 80% of silica

sand of varying fraction and 20% as clay.

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5.2.1.1.1 Management of Clay

i. The size fraction below 75 micron estimated at 24,000 MTPA called slime containing 20% clay

and 80% silica sand coming out as the underflow from HRT. This slime will have solid and

water in the ratio of 50:50. This slime will be subjected to filtration through filter press and

the cake after filtration consisting of about 30% moisture will be stacked for further disposal.

ii. Provision of emergency lagoons having size 16.5 m x 8.25 m x 1.5 m have been made in the

project to take care of emergent situation. The dried solid from the lagoon will be removed

from time to time and will be utilized in a manner as described in below paragraphs.

iii. The aim of the project is to utilize both filtered cake and solid waste from the lagoon fully so

that no solid waste creates adverse impact on the environment.

iv. Following measures have been short listed for the management of this waste generated from

the beneficiation process:

1. 15% of the solid waste equivalent to 2400 MTPA will be utilized as stemming material for

blasting drill holes in the mine belonging to the project proponent, internal uses in the

plant area for land filling, levelling etc.

2. Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) Allahabad has been engaged to

carry out study and suggest appropriate technology for utilizing the solid waste for

making bricks, slabs, tiles, roofing sheets etc. After preliminary analysis, MNNIT has

informed us that it would be possible to utilize the solid waste by converting it in to useful

product.

3. It is also proposed to further classify the slimes to obtain +50-75 micron which can be

utilized as filler material and in paint and ceramic industries.

4. Even if after taking above measures, we are not able to utilize some quantity of solid

waste then we will dispose of such quantity to Government approved land filler.

5.2.2 Other wastes

SOLID WASTE GENERATION

Nature Quantum Disposal

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Hazardous waste:

Used Oil

E-waste

500 lit/month

-

Approved Recycler.

E-waste generated if any will be given to

approved recycler

Non-Hazardous waste:

STP Sludge

Domestic Solid Waste

Bio-degradable waste

Plastic and metal wastes

5 kg/day

5kg/day

3Kg/day

-

Stored separately and used as manure

Sent to Nearby Municipal Solid waste site

Approved Recycler.

Plastic and metal wastes generated if any will be given to approved Recycler.

Clay Reject 24000 MTPA As above, PP shall use some of the waste in

the nearby mine after blending with other

materials/ dumps in nearby mine which

belongs to the same PP. Parallelly, MNNIT

Allahabad is working on this issue and the PP

is undertaking with the institution to conduct

proper research on this and provide solution

to be used as a filler in Cement Plants, Roads

etc.

Chapter 6: CONSERVATION PLAN FOR SCHEDULE I FAUNA SPECIE PREVALENT IN BUFFER ZONE

In core zone, there is no or very rare vegetation or faunal species and that too only on south east side

which will be retained in the present form. In buffer zone there is one schedule-1 species peafowl

(Pavo cristatus) for which the conservation plan has been approved by Chief Wild Life Warden. In

buffer zone there scattered vegetation. The project activity will generate dust which may impact the

vegetation and crop. Noise from transportation, changes in land use, township etc. may have little

effect on the migration of avifauna. Therefore, measures for green belt development will enhance

the vegetation and a forestation in core zone. Emphasis will be given on medicinal & plants of

economic importance.

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In case of fauna, the schedule of the Wildlife (protection) Act 1972 has been referred. Peacock,

belonging to schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972 is one of the species of fauna found in

the villages of the buffer zone of the study area.

Physical Financial lay out:

The conservation plan has been approved by Chief Wild Life Warden on 26.2.2016 vide Letter no.

2126/26-11(Mangalore Minerals P. Ltd.) copy attached after the report. The Proponent has proposed

a sum of Rs 20.5 Lacs for the “Peacock” conservation under the following heads. The estimates are

prepared for the project area in which many activities are common to species as mentioned in the

relevant places in the estimates. The total financial plan is also specifically mentioned in the table

below:

PHYSICAL AND FINANCIAL LAY OUT (Peacock)

S.No. Detail of works Capital cost (Rs in

Lacs)

Recurring Cost ( Rs in

Lacs)

1 Planting of saplings of 1.5 m to 2.0 m including cost of plant, digging of pit and complete planting operations and maintenance.

10.0 3.5

2 Fencing including the protective fencing around the dust generating equipment

7.0 1.0

3 Identification & Protection of roosting 0.5 0.25

4 Raising of grasses and shrubs 1.0 0.5

5 Awareness activities 1.0 0.5

6 Surveillance activities 1.0 0.5

TOTAL 20.5 6.25

Chapter 7: RISK ASSESSMENT Risk is a potential that a chosen action or activity will lead to a loss of human or property. Risk

assessment is a step for Risk Management. Risk assessment is determination of qualitative and

quantitative value of risk related a situation or hazard. Hazard is a situation that poses a level of threat

to life health or environment. Disaster is a natural or man-made hazard resulting in an event of

substantial extent causing significant physical damage or distraction loss of life or drastic change in

environment.

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Risk assessment involves the following:

Hazard Identification

Vulnerability Analysis

Risk Analysis

Emergency Plan

Section 7.1 : Hazard Identification The proposed project is a Silica sand beneficiation unit. There may be following types of hazards

associated with the operation of the unit:

Natural Hazard:

1. Earthquake

2. Flooding

o Heavy rainfall

Man Made Hazard:

Fire & explosion

o Explosive material

o Chemicals

o Short circuiting

o Chemical

o Oil storage

o Furnace

Electrical

o Electrical room

o Non-insulated wires

Mechanical/ Accident

o Raw material Handling

o Equipment area

o Transportation

Thermal

o Furnace Area

Toxic

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o Exposure to chemicals

Section 7.2 : Vulnerability Analysis The vulnerable analysis is done on all the hazards as below:

S.no HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Severity (1-5)

Likelihood (1-5)

Severity x Likelihood (1-25) (Hazards scoring 1-9 are less serious hazards & 9-25 are very serious hazards & require risk assessment)

Significant (Above 9)/ In-significant (Below 9)

Proposed General Mitigation Measure/ Control

Natural hazard

1 Earthquake 5 1 5 Insignificant Buildings/ All structures shall be designed to withstand structures up to 8.0 on the Richter scale

2 Flood 5 1 5 Insignificant There is no report of flood in the last 20 Years in the area however PP shall maintain proper drainage in the Site will be provided to prevent build-up of water. Flood is an inevitable and an event which cannot be guessed/ planned; therefore PP shall take precautions by increasing plinth by a meter and maintain contour in a way that river water/ rain water does not hamper any operation in the unit and nor does it allow any material/ run off.

Man-made hazards

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3 Breaching of lagoon

3 2 6 insignificant The waste slurry from process will go to the filter press and the semi dried cakes obtained shall be backfilled in nearby mines. However, as an alternative for emergency PP has proposed a lagoon of size 16.5 m X 8.25 m X 1.5 m which will consist of sand bed. The water percolated overflow from them will be re-used. The lagoons shall have brick lining. Regular maintenance and checks will be carried out the on lagoons to ensure no breaching of lagoon walls and prevent exceeding of capacity. Any breach will be responded with contamination control measures immediately. Thus, there will be no tailing pond/dam only a lagoon for emergency purpose.

4 Chemical Spillage 4 3 12 Significant The diesel and furnace oil will have isolated and contained storage. Spill kits will be installed nearby. Manpower will be well trained on procedures to prevent and control spillage and on proper chemical handling.

5 Fugitive Emissions during loading unloading and processing operations

4 4 16 Significant Regular sprinkling will be done at material handling locations. Bag Filter will be installed at crushing section to prevent emissions from operation. Indoor areas will have channelization to indoor filters. Completely covered storage of finishing product will be done. Personnel involved in

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material handling operations and areas of dust emission will be given appropriate PPE. Particle size analysis shows that no fine dust below 70 microns. Dust particles above 70 microns will have negligible impact on the health of the people.

6 Fire/Explosion in FuelStorage areas

5 3 15 Significant The fuel storage areas will have necessary fire safety and fire control measures as per norms. Isolated and contained storage will be provided with limited access to only trained personnel. Adequate Safety equipments such as Safety Valves, Leak proof Pumps, Fire proof pumps and motor as per Norms shall be installed. Separate detailed Risk assessment report for on-site and off-site emergency plan shall be prepared by DGFASLI approved consultants.

7 Fire/Explosion in Equipment Area

5 2 10 Leakage of Fuel oil, Unequal mixing ratio(s) of fuel to air and unauthorized material in the equipment are the root causes of the hazard for activities in the furnace area. These shall be mitigated by proper procedure and authorization of material to be fed in furnace. Maintenance checks, planned and systematic shut down for maintenance and other verification of pipelines, coils and other insulation shall be done and inspected by floor in-

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charge and health and safety in-charge. All control measures for firefighting shall be installed and all the aspects of rules and legislations under Explosives Act shall be covered. It is recommended that there are systematic checks and audits of all near misses, accidents and or other maintenance be done. Adequate Safety equipments such as Safety Valves, Leak proof Pumps, Fire proof pumps and motor as per Norms shall be installed. Separate detailed Risk assessment report for on-site and off-site emergency plan shall be prepared by DGFASLI approved consultants.

8 Mechanical/ Physical Hazards like slips and trips and minor accidents due to Machinery

3 4 12 Significant Proper training will be given to all personnel involved in processing operations. PPE as per requirement will be provided. Operating procedures will be developed and given and ensured they are followed.

9 Ergonomic Hazards

2 4 8 Insignificant Regular Safety audits will be carried out to ensure worker health and safety. Work involving physical tasks will be carried out under proper supervision. Work involving physical tasks will be mechanized to the maximum extent. PPE will be provided and repetitive tasks will be reduced as much as possible.

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All points in the above table shall be covered in the detailed HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk

Assessment) study to be done by the proponent. This shall be outside the scope of EIA and shall be

done as part of Health and Safety compliance under Factories act and Explosives act, PLI 1991 and

MSIHC Rules 2000 or applicable Labour Laws. Proponent shall engage competent agency such as

approved agency of Labour Institute/ DG-FASLI etc. for this study and this shall be done prior to

operation phase, in operational phase after six months of operation with factual data and reports

and as part of annual safety audits which would be carried out until plant is in production.

7.2.1 Risk Analysis The risk is likelihood of harmful effect big or small due to hazard, together with severity of harm

suffered. Risk also depends on number of people exposed to hazard. Risk analysis provides severity

of harm from hazard.

7.2.1.1 Earthquake:

The area under study falls in Zone-II (Low Risk), according to the Indian Standard Seismic Zoning Map.

Suitable seismic coefficients in horizontal and vertical directions respectively, will be adopted while

designing the structure.

7.2.1.2 Flooding:

Drainage on the site will be provided so that there is no risk due to flooding by heavy rainfall.

7.2.1.3 Fire & Explosion:

Fire is mainly caused due to carelessness. Since it is a proposedsand beneficiation plant, fire can occur

due to exposure of fuels used in the process to electrical spark

7.2.1.4 Electrical:

The electrical current can pass to the floor & metals due to inadequate insulation or accidently.

7.2.1.5 Mechanical:

The mechanical fault can cause the risk & hazard. Mechanical hazards are created by powered

operation of equipment or tools.

7.2.1.6 Radiation:

Due to use of wireless equipment there may be electromagnetic radiation.

7.2.1.7 Thermal:

Thermal heat can be generated from the process machinery specially the hot air generator area and

DG sets Thermal hazards are objects or substances that transfer energy as heat.

7.2.1.8 Chemical:

All the chemical used in process have risk of leakage during handling, storage, transferring and

processing due to them being toxic. Only fuel will be used in the plant and used oil will be generated.

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7.2.1.9 Breaching of Tailing Dam/ Lagoon

This will be not have a risk factor as tailings will be not be sent to tailings dam. Slurry generated from

process will be sent to filter press and sent for backfilling to mines from raw material will be obtained.

For emergency purpose in case filter press is under breakdown, lagoons will be provided with sand

bed for water percolation and brick lining for containment. The lagoon will have proper containment

and regular maintenance specially under time of operation. The slurry generated as waste will not be

toxic.

Chapter 8: Overview/ Outline of On-site Emergency Planning

An onsite emergency is caused by an accident or hazard that takes place within the plan area and the

effects are confined to the plant area.

The onsite emergency plan consists of following key elements:

Planning as per hazard analysis

Preventive measures

Emergency response procedure

Recovery procedure

Section 8.1 : Planning 1. Mapping of hazard vulnerable area

2. Disaster Management cell will be put into place. It has the following members to share the responsibility

Site Controller (Administrator of complex)

Incident Controller (Assistant Administrator)

Personal Manager

Communication Officer

Fire Officer

Security Officer

Engineering In-charge

Fire pump attendant

First Aid Team

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8.1.1 Preventive measures Design, manufacture and construction of the plant and machinery’s buildings will be as per national

and internal codes as applicable and laid down by statutory authorities.

8.1.1.1 Earthquake:

The project will be situated at Seismic zone-II (Low Risk) area. Special attention will be given to the

structural design of foundation, elements of masonry, timber, plain concrete, reinforced concrete,

pre-stressed concrete, and structural steel. All applicable guidelines have been followed in this regard

to ensure safety of the building.

8.1.1.2 Flooding:

Proper designing of drainage system for domestic as well as storm water will be done. There will be

a provision of 3rainwater harvesting pits to recharge the ground water.

8.1.1.3 Fire and Life Safety

Safety Precautions-

1. Smoking will be prohibited

2. Vehicle access will be strictly controlled.

3. Ventilation will be sufficient to cope with the maximum expected vapour levels in building.

4. Storage tank vents to atmospherewill be sized for fire-heated emergency vapour release.

5. Electrical equipment will be explosion-proof to meet national electrical code requirements.

6. Dry chemical extinguishers will be provided and accessible for small fires.

7. Hydrantswill be strategically placed with adequate hoses.

8. Small spills will be remediated with sand, earth, or other non-combustible absorbent material,

and the area then flushed with water. Larger spills will be diluted with water and diked for

later disposal.

9. Lighting will be grounded. Tall vessels and structures are fitted with lightning conductors that

are securely grounded.

Precaution in Case of Fire

In existing industry, all practicable measures will be taken to prevent outbreak of fire and its

spreads, both internally and externally, to provide and maintain: -

a) Safe means of escape for all person in the event of a fire, and

b) The necessary equipment and facilities for extinguishing fire.

Effective measures have been taken to ensure that all the workers are familiar with the means

of escape in case of fire and have been adequately trained in the routine to be followed in

such cases.

Fire Fighting Personal Protective Equipment -

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Due consideration is being given to hazards from chemical and heat exposure. Therefore, fire-

fighters wear full-face, positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus or an airline.

Chemical protection is provided with impervious clothing, gloves and footwear. Suitable

materials include polyvinyl plastic, neoprene or rubber.

8.1.1.4 Chemical:

Fuels will be required for plant operation and require necessary safety measures.

Chemical Handling:

Instructions are given to not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.

Operator training as well as written operating instructions, safety rules and check lists are provided.

Local Exhaust ventilation facility are available at strategic locations of all plants where chemicals being handled / packing done to remove traces of chemical vapours / dust.

Required Personal Protective Equipment’s like respirator / dust masks, Gloves, Goggles, Shoe, Apron, etc. are issued and being used by employees when handling chemicals.

Eye washer / Safety shower will be installed in the plant.

Periodically work place monitoring will be done.

Annual medical examination will be done for all the employees. .

Sources of Exposure: Human exposure to chemicals can occur mainly via absorption, contact with the

eyes, inhalation or ingestion.

Chemical Storage:

Chemicals and flammable materials will be kept away from heat, sparks, and flame. Kept away

from sources of ignition. Stored in a tightly closed container or tanks.

Chemicals will be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible

substances. Specific storage is given as per chemicals storage requirement.

Storage & handling area will be readily accessible with safety showers, fire extinguishers and

other fire-fighting equipment, water hydrants with spray nozzle and other emergency

equipment such as chemical proof suits and respiratory apparatus.

Operating procedures will be in place with appropriate training manual

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Spills / Leaks: Spills are absorbed with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then placed in

suitable container. All sources of ignition are removed and a spark-proof tool are used. Ventilation

will be provided and a vapour suppressing foam will be used to reduce vapours.

Identification of Hazardous Substances and MSIHC rules reportable substances

Under the Environment Protection Act 1986, the Government of India formulated the Manufacturer

Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals (MSIHC) Rules, 1989 to regulate the activities associated

with the handling and storage of hazardous substance. Under these rules, the chemical substances

which are considered hazardous are identified, and the threshold inventory quantities are specified

above in storage of chemicals.

There will be no hazardous chemicals used in the plant.

Used Oil generated is a hazardous waste and will have isolated contained storage. It will be given to

approved recycler.

Other Storage:

Wastes

Generated slurry waste will be sent to filter press and the dried sludge will be sent to nearby mines

for backfilling from where raw material is obtained. For emergency purposes lagoon will be

constructed and well maintained.

Diesel and Boiler Feed Fuel

The diesel and fuel bulk storage of 1200 L and 15 T respectively. will be provided. Necessary

provisions for containment of spills or overflows will be made. Fire hydrants and portable fire

extinguishers have been provided as required for fire protection. Limited access will be given to

personnel for storage area entry. The storage will be done in lined steel/drums with signage and

barriers. Other chemicals will also be given isolated storage. Permissions and measures as applicable

under Explosives Act, EPA (1986) etc. shall be taken and implemented.

Mechanical:

Mechanical hazards are created by powered operation of equipment or tools. Mechanical hazards

can occur at:

1. Process machinery

2. DG set room

3. Vehicular Movement

Following preventive measures are being taken:

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1. Periodic replacement of critical components of machine.

2. Proper training to operators of machines.

3. Safe distance demarcating on heavy machines like cranes (during construction)

4. Sign of danger at the hazard places.

Thermal:

Thermal hazards are objects or substances that transfer energy as heat.

Sand beneficiation industry can have following points of thermal hazard:

Open flame

Boiler

Hot machines/ equipment

The thermal hazard can cause burn of skin; following preventive measures can be taken:

The open flame area like canteen will have restricted entry.

Hot Air generation section will be properly insulated and at safe distance

D.G set room will have restricted entry.

Operators in the thermal hazard area will be provided with protective gears like gloves,

goggles etc.

For emergency first aid room will be provided and well maintained.

8.1.2 BREACH RELATED TO EMERGENCY LAGOON

8.1.2.1 Waste Disposal Measures proposed

The silica sand beneficiation plant will have generation of slurry from the wet processing section

consisting of clay which will then be passed through a filter press which will then remove solid waste

in the form of a cake. The cake will be then utilized as stemming material for blasting in mines, road

strengthening and for making silica sand clay bricks, land fill etc. PP has already engaged MNNIT,

Allahabad an institute of repute to study and suggest various measures for utilization od sandy clay

cakes. Balance cake if any will be disposed of through approved agency for the purpose. However,

emergency lagoon of size 16.5 m x 8.25 m x 1.5 m is proposed to deal with any emergency in case of

problem with filter press. Dried sludge will be disposed off in the similar manner as explained above.

The overflow of lagoon, thickener and filter press will be re-used as raw water in the plant. The lagoon

will have sand bed for percolation of water and brick lining for containment. They shall have regular

maintenance and will be monitored periodically when in use. Preventive measures for contamination

from the lagoon and flooding due to rain will be taken. Though tailing dam is not proposed, however

measures as applicable to tailing dams shall be as it is used for the lagoon but all measures with aspect

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of dam(s) are taken for the emergency lagoon as defined in EIA Sector Specific Manual prepared for

MoEF&CC by ASCI, Hyderabad. Alarm systems and sensors will be used to the maximum extent

possible when lagoon is in operation. Typically Tailing dams/ Lagoon(s) are used for storage of

generated wastes from beneficiation. The residue or waste that comes out of the ‘tail’ end of a

processing plant is known as tailings. The processes that produce this waste can be:

Mineral processing to extract metals or compounds from ore.

Beneficiation processes that upgrade ore, coal etc. by removing some or all the unwanted

materials

Washing processes from sand washing, clay upgrade.

Residue (ash or fume) from combustion of coal or blast furnaces

By products of chemical reactions within a process Example; Gypsum

These processes generally produce fine grained products because of ore crushing, pre-existing grain

sizes or chemical precipitation. The processes themselves are generally water bases and the tailings

for the most part produced as a slurry of solid particles suspended in water. Tailings dams are

convenient structures to aid the main purpose of storing unwanted waste from a mineral or

manufacturing process. This gives rise to following features which differ from conventional dams.

The embankments must store solids as a slurry as well as any free water.

Their working life may be relatively short.

They are often built in stages over several years.

The construction, particularly any subsequent raising, may be taken by mine personnel

without the same level of civil engineering input or control.

The materials, both those used for embankment construction and the tailings themselves, are

likely to vary.

Water management is crucial, particularly if harmful materials are contained.

Seepage may have a major impact on the environment.

Daily operations such as placement of tailings, and recovery of water are critical to the safety

of the storage.

The filling rate, the ultimate height and even the overall storage configuration may well

change in unforeseeable ways.

Failure modes/Risks that are specific to Emergency Lagoons/ tailings dams include:

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Blocked decant structure, with or without the danger of overtopping of embankment walls.

Breaks or bursts in the tailings discharge pipelines, releasing contaminated materials.

Surface erosion of embankment faces caused by broken tailings lines or by local overtopping

from incorrect use of discharge spigots.

Seepage from embankment face or shear failure of the embankment, caused by a decant

pond being inadvertently pushes against an embankment.

Complete embankment failure with massive loss of contaminated material.

Groundwater seepage causing environmental distress.

Leakage from the decant pond or return lines.

Type of Effect Hazard Category

High Significant Low

Uncontrolled releases or seepage

Potential Loss of Human Life

Contamination of water supply likely to be consumed by humans is probable

Contamination of a water supply likely to be consumed by humans is possible but not probable

Contamination of water supply to be consumed by humans is not expected

Potential Loss of Fauna Contamination of a water supply likely to be consumed by fauna is probable

Contamination of a water supply likely to be consumed by fauna is possible but not probable

Contamination of water supply to be consumed by fauna is not expected

Environmental Damage Damage to an environmental feature of significant value is probable

The significance of the environmental feature is less or damage is possible but not expected

No environmental feature of significance or no damage is expected

Embankment Failure

Loss of human life Loss of life is expected because of community or other significant developments

No loss of life expected, but the possibility recognized. No urban development and no more than a small number of habitable structures downstream

No loss of life expected

Direct Economic Loss Excessive economic loss such as serious damage to

Appreciable economic loss, such as damage to

No significant economic loss, such as limited damage

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communities, industrial, commercial or agricultural facilities, important utilities, plant infrastructure, the storage itself or other storage downstream

secondary roads, minor railways, relatively important public utilities, plant infrastructure, the storage itself or other storages downstream

to agricultural land, minor roads, mine infrastructure etc.

Ongoing Economic Loss Storage essential for services and repairs not practicable

Repair to storage practicable without major interruption to services.

Repair to storage practicable. Losses of services not significant.

8.1.2.2 General suggested principles for the design and management of tailings/ lagoons which

would be adopter are as given below

The amount of water stored on a tailings storage should be minimized to encourage drying

and consolidation of tailings. Where tailings dams are used for process waters, balancing

storages, control of acid generation or for the storage of harvested runoff waters,

consideration should be given to the lower density tailings and increased risk of seepage and

overtopping in this situation.

The need for suitable lining or underdrainage to minimize or manage seepage should be

assessed at the initial planning stage based on thorough hydrogeological studies, chemical

analysis of leachate toxicity and impact studies.

Water quality monitoring appropriate to the nature of seepage waters and associated control

and treatment systems should be installed between storage point and any release to the

external environment.

Thick deposits of wet slimes should be avoided. They commonly result in poorly consolidated

and weak tailings which require greater storage volume and are difficult to cap and

rehabilitate in the long term.

Deposition of coarse tailings against embankment walls is to be encouraged to ensure rapid

consolidation and drying.

Tailings may be stored to a level higher than the crest of the tailings dam wall (eg. Dry stacking)

provided that such heaped tailings can be demonstrated to be geo-technically stable under

all conditions including earthquakes

Deposition procedures or landforms which facilitate excessive dust creation, leaching of

tailings and leachate transport to be avoided.

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The storage facility should be designed having regard to the potential for adverse chemical

reactions within the tailings mass, foundations, and storage structures.

All storages must be designed with adequate freeboard to retain suitable design floods and

with spillways if necessary to pass higher floods without damaging the dam or retaining

structures.

All earthfill structures must be designed per current geotechnical principles including seepage

control, stability, external erosion and dispersion.

Upstream construction should only be considered on tailings that can be shown to be stable

under seismic conditions applicable at the site.

All tailings storages must be monitored to enable performance to be compared with design

assumptions and the structures then modified as necessary.

Staged construction should be used when practical to minimize initial capital cost and to

enable changes to performance and/or process operations and/or production to be

accommodated in future stages.

The design must take into account the requirement for a long-term stable land form with no

ongoing maintenance beyond that for natural landforms. Prime considerations are external

slopes with respect to both erosion and maintaining vegetation, control of water, chemical

retention and settlement of low density tailings.

Section 8.2 : Emergency Response Procedure Even after all the preventive measures for any emergency following infrastructure will be provided:

1. There will be an Emergency Control Room.

2. Assembly area will be demarked for Industry.

3. Communication system will be installed which includes intercom and public addressing

system.

4. Fire alarm will be installed at vulnerable place.

5. The safe zones (at the time of emergency) will be displayed at different locations.

6. First Aid facility will be made available at Control room.

In case of emergency following action shall be taken:

1. The emergency shall be declared in case of following:

Fire alarm buzzing (Fire hazard)

Vibration/Earthquake feeling (Earthquake)

Water logging above 30 cm (Flood)

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Any unusual smell of gas or suffocating feeling (Chemical leakage)

Security alarm from main gate. (Security risk/Terrorism)

2. On declaration of emergency, communication shall be made to residents for any type emergency

3. All the resident of the affected area shall be moved to safe zone

4. The control measures shall be done as per the emergency action plan for each type of hazard.

5. All the members of disaster management cell shall take charge of their respective duties.

6. Outside help like fire tender, police ambulance etc. shall be called by site controller or Incident controller.

Section 8.3 : Recovery Procedure The recovery procedure will depend on the type of emergency. Recovery procedure shall be followed by

engineering section to restore the essential services.

Chapter 9: Off Site Emergency Management Plan: If an accident takes place in an industry/ unit & its impacts are felt outside its premises, the situation is called an

“Offsite Emergency”. To meet such Emergencies, an Off-site Emergency Plan is required to be prepared.

Section 9.1 : Vulnerability analysis Cause of off-site emergency

Mineral beneficiation projects are associated with risk causing offsite emergency with respect to

hazardous chemicals being handled and breaching of tailings dam.

The proposed projects and beneficiation plant does not involve use of any hazardous chemicals and

will not use a tailings dam.

Fuel will be required for machinery operation and process heating purpose. Used Oil

generated will be given to approved recycler. All fuel and used oil will be given contained and

isolated storage with all safety measures.

The waste slurry generated will be sent to filter press and the semi-dried sludge generated

will be sent for backfilling to nearby mines from where raw material shall be obtained. For

emergency purpose in case filter press is under breakdown, lagoons will be provided with

sand bed for water percolation and brick lining. The lagoon will have proper containment and

regular maintenance specially under time of operation. The slurry generated as waste will not

be toxic.

The main objectives of the off-site emergency plan are: -

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i. To save lives and injuries.

ii. To prevent or reduce property losses and

iii. To provide for quick resumption of normal situation or operation.

Areas in vicinity (Vulnerable areas) – The nearby places of habitation and nearest industries are at

risk.

9.1.1 Preventive Measures:

During Transportation

Following measures shall be adopted to ensure safe transportation:

• The transportation of the product silica sand, chemicals & products shall be done in covered

transporting through trucks & tempo. Vehicles transporting ROM will be spillage proof. The

transportation links will be inspected twice daily and vehicles will not be overloaded.

• The diesel will be pumped

• Safety data sheets shall be kept & Labelling shall be done on the tanks used for transportation

of chemicals.

• A sheet listing the materials being transported shall be available in the vehicle and the

emergency phone numbers shall also be listed.

• Workers/ driver shall be trained for MSDS & handling of these chemicals.

• Proper First Aid facility shall be provided within the transportation vehicle in case of any

accidental release.

During Storage and Handling

Based on the physical, thermal, chemical and biological properties available from the material

safety data sheets (MSDS) of the various substances handled in the proposed project, the

hazardous substances shall be identified. Out of the chemicals used, the ones notified under

M.S.I. of Hazardous Chemical Rules (1989) shall have the necessary provisions as specified.

Permission for storage of hazardous chemicals over the threshold shall be obtained and necessary

measures for it shall be taken.

To prevent and control risk and damage, all the raw material are stored in leak proof MS/SS tanks

at a secured and contained location with proper safety measures. MSDS is displayed at all the

prominent sites

Chemical shall be stored in the environment as specified to prevent reactivity (temperature,

pressure etc.)

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Handling shall be done as per NIOSH guidelines

There will be common drainage lines or water bodies near the chemical storage room to avoid

contamination of water up to long distances.

Process Emission/Odour Control

1. All reactors will be equipped with condensers.

2. All reactors / storage tanks are connected with scrubber. Reactor agitator and scrubber

blower are interlocked to ensure scrubber running during manufacturing activity. Scrubber

liquid sent to ETP for treatment and scrubbed air let out through tall stack for effective

dispersion.

3. Chemicals are transferred in closed system from bulk tank to avoid fugitive emissions.

9.1.2 Emergency Response Procedures Under the ‘Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules‘ preparation of ‘Off-site

Emergency Plan’ is covered in Rule No.14. The duty of preparing and keeping up to date the ‘Off-site

Emergency Plan’ as per this rule is placed on the District Emergency Authority. Also, occupiers are

charged with the responsibility of providing the above authority with such information, relating to the

industrial activity under their control, as they may require for preparing the off-site emergency plan.

As per the rules, the main component of the Off-Site Emergency Plan is coordination with the District

Authority. The District Authority (i.e. District Collector, Factory Inspector etc.) in conjunction with the

company & nearby industries under mutual aid scheme and relevant emergency services should have

an off-site emergency plan considering the following:

Incidents at the site including fires and/or explosions would likely cause concern among local

population. People will be advised to stay away from the area, and relevant actions shall be followed.

9.1.3 Roles and responsibilities The roles of the various parties that may be involved in the implementation of an off-site plan are

described below:

A) ROLE OF THE POLICE

Protecting life and property and controlling traffic movements.

Controlling bystanders, evacuating the public, identifying the dead and dealing with casualties

and informing relatives of dead or injured.

B) ROLE OF THE FIRE AUTHORITIES

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The control of a fire is normally the responsibility of the senior fire brigade officer who would take

over the handling of the fire from the site incident controller on arrival at the site.

Fire authorities having major hazard works in their area should have familiarized themselves with

the location on site of all stores of flammable materials, water and foam supply points and fire-

fighting equipment.

C) ROLE OF THE HEALTH AUTHORITIES

Health authorities, including doctors, surgeons, hospitals, ambulances and so on, have a vital part

to play following a major accident and they should form an integral part of any emergency plan.

D) ROLES OF THE GOVERNMENT SAFETY AUTHORITY

In the event of an accident, local arrangements regarding the role of the factory inspector will

apply.

In the aftermath, factory inspectors may wish to ensure that the affected areas are rehabilitated

safety.

Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 prescribes

for the constitution of the State Crisis Group as apex body at the State Level to deal with major

chemical accidents and to provide expert guidance for handling major chemical accidents and for

the constitution of District and Local Crisis Groups.

A. Functions of the State Crisis Group

i. Review all district off-site emergency plans in the State with a view to examine its adequacy in

accordance with the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical, Rules and

forward a report to the Central Crisis Group once in three months;

ii. Assist the State Government in the planning, preparedness and mitigation of major chemical

accidents at a site in the State;

iii. Continuously monitor the post-accident situation arising out of a major chemical accident in

the State and forward a report to the Central Crisis Group;

iv. Review the progress report submitted by the District Crisis Groups;

B. Functions of the District Crisis Group

i. Assist the preparation of the district off-site emergency plan;

ii. Review all the on-site emergency plans prepared by the occupier of Major Accident Hazards

installation for the preparation of the district off-site emergency plan;

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iii. Assist the district administration in the management of chemical accidents at a site lying within

the district;

iv. Ensure continuous information flow from the district to the Centre and State Crisis Group

regarding accident situation and mitigation efforts;

v. Forward a report of the chemical accident to the State Crisis Group; and Conduct mock-drill of

a chemical accident at a site each year.

C. Functions of the Local Crisis Group

i. Prepare local emergency plan for the industrial pocket;

ii. Ensure dovetailing of the local emergency plan with the district off-site emergency plan;

iii. Train personnel involved in chemical accident management;

iv. Conduct at least one full scale mock-drill of a chemical accident at a site every six months and

forward a report to the District Crisis Group; and

v. Respond to all public inquiries on the subject.

Recovery Procedures

The recovery procedure will depend on the type of emergency. Recovery plans based on different

emergencies shall be prepared. Recovery procedure shall be followed by engineering section to

restore the essential services.

Emergency Control Team

Key Personnel

The key personnel involved in Emergency (Onsite & Offsite) are given below:

1. Emergency Controller – Plant Head

2. Incident Controller – EHS Manager

3. Security Supervisor

4. Utilities Manager

5. Fire fighter

6. Evacuation members [Emergency Response Team (ERT) Members]

7. First Aid provider

8. Rescue members

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9.1.4 Chain of command during emergency The organizational chart for coordination within the industry as well as the external agencies is given

below:

Chapter 10: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY Section 10.1 : Introduction In any typical industry, the manpower involved is always at risk due to various hazards associated with operation

of the plant. This directs a responsibility to the employer for initiating a hazard identification and risk analysis

before taking appropriate necessary measures for worker safety.

Section 10.2 : Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis (HIRA)

S.no HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Severity (1-5)

Likelihood (1-5)

Severity x Likelihood (1-25) (Hazards scoring 1-9 are less serious hazards & 9-25 are very serious hazards & require risk assessment)

Significant (Below 9)/ In-significant (Above 9)

Proposed General Mitigation Measure/ Control

Anybody who sees

emergency requirement/

Emergency Controller

Area In-charge Incident Controller

Gate SecurityDepartment HODSafety Officers

Plant Head

ERT Members

HR Head

Safety

head (EHS

HOD)Engineering

Head

Fire Fighting

Head

Business Head

Managing

Director

Electrical HOD

Utility HOD

Emergency Coordinating

Officer & Its Team

Police &

Traffic Police

Fire Services

Electricity

Authority

Hospital/

Ambulance

Factory

Inspector

District

Administratio

n

OFF SITE EMERGENCY

PLANNING

ON SITE EMERGENCY PLANNING

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1 Fugitive Emissions during loading unloading and processing operations

4 4 16 Significant Regular sprinkling will be done at material handling locations. Bag Filter will be installed at crushing section to prevent emissions from operation. Indoor areas will have channelization to indoor filters. Completely covered storage of finishing product will be done. Personnel involved in material handling operations and areas of dust emission will be given appropriate PPE. Particle size analysis shows that no fine dust below 70 microns. Dust particles above 70 microns will have negligible impact on the health of the people.

2 Fire/Explosion in FuelStorage areas

5 3 15 Significant The fuel storage areas will have necessary fire safety and fire control measures as per norms. Isolated and contained storage will be provided with limited access to only trained personnel. Adequate Safety equipment such as Safety Valves, Leak proof Pumps, Fire proof pumps and motor as per Norms shall be installed. Separate detailed Risk assessment report for on-site and off-site emergency plan shall be prepared by DGFASLI approved consultants.

3 Fire/Explosion in Equipment Area

5 2 10 Leakage of Fuel oil, Unequal mixing ratio(s) of fuel to air and unauthorized material in the equipment are the root causes of the hazard for activities in the furnace area. These shall

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be mitigated by proper procedure and authorization of material to be fed in furnace. Maintenance checks, planned and systematic shut down for maintenance and other verification of pipelines, coils and other insulation shall be done and inspected by floor in-charge and health and safety in-charge. All control measures for firefighting shall be installed and all the aspects of rules and legislations under Explosives Act shall be covered. It is recommended that there are systematic checks and audits of all near misses, accidents and or other maintenance be done. Adequate Safety equipments such as Safety Valves, Leak proof Pumps, Fire proof pumps and motor as per Norms shall be installed. Separate detailed Risk assessment report for on-site and off-site emergency plan shall be prepared by DGFASLI approved consultants.

4 Mechanical/ Physical Hazards like slips and trips and minor accidents due to Machinery

3 4 12 Significant Proper training will be given to all personnel involved in processing operations. PPE as per requirement will be provided. Operating procedures will be developed and given and ensured they are followed.

5 Ergonomic Hazards

2 4 8 Insignificant Regular Safety audits will be carried out to ensure worker health and safety.

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Work involving physical tasks will be carried out under proper supervision. Work involving physical tasks will be mechanized to the maximum extent. PPE will be provided and repetitive tasks will be reduced as much as possible.

Section 10.3 : Action Plan

Action plan for the implementation of OHS standards as per OSHAS/USEPA/NIOSH/ACGIH shall be

followed as given below:

• Occupational health surveillance programme will be done six monthly & and their records are will

be maintained.

• PPE as required by personnel shall be provided and its proper usage ensured.

• At project site in case of emergency First Aid facility will be provided. A room shall be provided

separately with provision of bed and an experienced doctor.

• Health check-up camps will be organized regular basis at company dispensary / nearby locations

for nearby peoples to evaluate exposure of the workers to dust during pre-placement and

periodical medical monitoring.

• Prior to working with chemicals, workers shall be trained on their proper handling & storage and

its MSDS.

• Proper medical facility arrangements will be provided in case of any accidents

• Label Precautions and First Aid facility is provided.

• Emergency plan will be prepared and mock drill of the on-site emergency shall be conducted.

• Employers and employees shall be made aware of the hazardous properties of materials and

machinery in their workplaces, and the degree of hazard each poses.

• Inspection of the industrial activity is being done at least once in year and annually status report

on the compliance with the Rules will be being submitted.

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• Regular internal safety audits will be carried out to ensure worker health and safety and decrease

risks of accidents.

• An Environment, Health and Safety(EHS) Manager will be present and shall handle all the safety

issues related to man, machine & materials.

• Exterior refuge or safe areas include parking lots, open fields or streets which is located away

from the site of the emergency are present and which provide sufficient space to accommodate

the employees.

• Provision of adequate access ways for the movement of equipment and personnel will be done.

Section 10.4 : Personal Protective Equipment The level of risk of exposure to particular chemical will dictate the appropriate level of personal

protective equipment (PPE) required such as side shielded safety spectacles and appropriate gloves,

footwear, face shields, respiratory protection, fire-resistant clothing, or chemical suits.

Respirators: A complete respiratory protection program has been instituted. It includes

evaluations of workers’ abilities to perform tasks while wearing CPC, Regular training of

personnel, Fit testing, Periodic environmental monitoring, Regular maintenance, inspection,

and cleaning.

Clothing: Workers wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Skin Protection: Workers wear solvent resistant gloves and clothing.

Eye Protection: Workers wear splash proof chemical goggles and face shield when working

with liquid, unless full face piece respiratory protection is worn.

Eyewash facility and a safety shower: Common work places are equipped with Eyewash facility

and a safety shower.

Section 10.5 : Worker health checkup plan MMPL is committed to take care of the health of its employees. Company will be conducting pre-

employment and post-employment medical tests for it employees besides various educative and

awareness programs on health and safety. A full time medical assistance center is always available to

its employees to carry out any first aids.

Pre-Employment Tests: Any employee who joins the Plant goes under company prescribed pre-

employment medical examination tests from a MBBS qualified doctor. The medical fitness reports

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are required to be submitted on or before joining the organization. If some new employee reports

for his/her joining without Medical Examination and fitness report; he/she will not be allowed to join

until Medical Examination and fitness report is produced to HR department. Such incident will also

be reported to HR Head.

Annual / Bi-annual Medical Tests: Annual / Bi-annual Medical tests are conducted in the months of

January and July respectively. All those employees who are exposed to hazardous raw materials /

processes, are examined twice a year.

Apart from the employees of above mentioned departments, employees of other departments are

also covered for medical examination if they are also exposed to hazardous process due to any

reason. The cost of pre-employment and during employment medical examination is borne by

company.

Exposure of workers to Raw Materials and safety Measures:

All our concerned employees are given shop floor and classroom awareness training on safety at

workplace. The MSDS data of raw materials is also shared with them for their knowledge and

awareness. This detailed data is also made available in medical centre for every body’s information.

Following is the list of Medical Tests / occupational health surveillance program for employees.

LIST OF MEDICAL TESTS Existing Practice Proposed Practice

S.N. Pre-Employment Medical Tests

Post-Employment Medical Tests Post-Employment Medical Tests

Annual Medical Tests

(January- February every year)

Bi-Annual Medical Tests

(July-August)

1. Physical Examination:

1. Chest Examination

2. Weight 3. Height 4. Pulse 5. B.P.

Physical Examination:



Physical Examination



Continue

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2 Urine Routine Examination

-Physical Examination

-Macroscopic Examination

Urine Routine Examination

-Physical Examination

-Macroscopic Examination

N.A.

Continue

3 Stool Routine Examination

-Macroscopic Examination -Microscopic Examination

N.A.

N.A.

Continue

4 Haematology

-Haemoglobin

-TLC

-DLC

-Polymorphs

-Lymphocytes

-Eosinophils

-Monocytes

-ESR (Wintrobe)

Haematology

-Haemoglobin

-TLC

-DLC

-Polymorphs

-Lymphocytes

-Eosinophils

-Monocytes

-ESR (Wintrobe)

N.A Continue

5 Liver Function Tests (LFT)(For those workers only directly exposed to chemicals)

Liver Function Tests (LFT) (For those workers only directly exposed to chemicals)

N.A. Continue

(For all the workers)

6 Chest X-pay P.A. View Chest X-pay P.A. View N.A Continue

7 Vision test for near & far Vision test for near & far Vision test for near & far Continue

8 Blood Sugar Blood Sugar N.A. Continue

9 ECG ECG N.A. Continue

10 Blood Group Blood Group N.A. Continue

11 Ultrasound (Abdomen) N.A N.A. Continue

12 Spirometry Test Spirometry Test N.A. Continue

12 Colour Blindness Test Colour Blindness Test Colour Blindness Test Continue

Section 10.6 : Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Management Policy Management Policy

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Through the company policies, the company management shall commit itself to the following

objectives.

Meet all the relevant laws, regulations and international agreements

Conduct its activities safely, protecting the health of all employees and the products users

Reduce the adverse environmental impacts to a practicable minimum at an acceptable cost to

the company and society

Encourage continuous improvement in safety, health and environment performance.

Chapter 11: GREEN BELT/ GREEN COVER PLAN Out of the total 10 ha of the entire Silica Sand Beneficiation Plant approximately 5.18 ha of the land

shall be developed under Green belt and Plantation. Out of this 5.18 ha, 3.09 ha is the open area, in

which plantation shall be done and 2.07 ha shall be developed as green belt around the beneficiation

plant. Number of trees planted per hectare depends upon the spacing of lines in a plantation and

spacing of lines within a line. It also depends upon the type of species chosen for the plantation. Total

3779 tree species shall be planted, out of which 3113 Trees shall be planted within the project site

and 666 trees shall be planted along the approach road as avenue plantation.

The areas in and around the plant shall be planted with fast growing, tall, native and pollution tolerant

species. Green belt plays a major role in combating the pollution. Beneficiation plant shall be mainly

generating dust followed by some amount of SOx , NOx, etc. generated due to burning of fuels. Hence

the species tolerant to the specific air pollutants shall be given preference.

Section 11.1 : Objective of Plantation Mitigate Dust Pollution

Control Fugitive Emission

Control Noise Pollution

Improve the Landscape and Local Ecosystem

Aesthetics

Control Soil Erosion

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Section 11.2 : Green Belt Development Plan The layout of the plant is given on the next page which shows the dedicated area for development of

green belt in proposed project.

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Plantation of Trees, Shrubs and Ornamental plants shall be carried out in following way:

Chart showing breakup of Area for Plantation: -

1. Avenue Plantation: It shall be done on the either side of the approach road to the beneficiation

plant. This will help in restoring the polluted environment, improve the landscape, provide clean air

and shade to the passer by. The length of approach road to the beneficiation plant is approximately

1 Km. Single row of trees shall be planted on both the sides at a spacing of 3m. Hence the total no of

trees proposed to be planted shall be around 1000. List of trees for the Avenue plantation is given

below:

S.No. Botanical Name Common Name

Tree Characteristics No. of Trees

1 Alstonia scholaris Devil Tree tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Noise reduction

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2 Terminalia arjuna Arjun tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Noise reduction

75

3 Albizzia lebbek Siris suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions) tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Shade Giver Dwarf Trees (3-5m tall)

60

4 Plumeria rubra Frangipani Dwarf Trees (3-5m tall), 78

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5 Melia azedarach Bakain Medium size Trees (6-10 m tall), suitable for Windbreaks

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6 Azadirachta indica

Neem Trees for Noise reduction, suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions)

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7 Dalbergia sissoo Sheesham suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions), shade giver

85

8 Mangifera indica Mango Trees for Noise reduction, shade giver 80

9 Tamarindus indica

Imli suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions)

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Total 666

2. Curtain Plantation: Green belt shall be developed along the outer periphery. Along the periphery

there shall be two rows of planted trees, the outer row shall be of tall, medium sized, noise tolerant

and shade giver trees and inner row shall comprise the dwarf, dust tolerant, pollutant (SOx and NOx

) tolerant trees. Each row shall be at 3m and distance within the trees shall also be 4m. Since on one

side width of the area is app 12m and other side it is around 33 m, after planting two rows of trees,

left over area shall be planted with the shrubs and green hedges. Approximately 1741 trees shall be

planted as curtain plantation. List of trees to be planted as curtain plantation is given below:

S.No. Botanical Name Common Name Tree Characteristics No. of Trees

Along the Periphery (Row I)

1 Alstonia scholaris Devil Tree tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Noise reduction 120

2 Ficus benjamina Weeping Fig Trees tolerant to Dust and Smoke 150

3 Madhuca longifolia Mahua tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Noise reduction 140

4 Terminalia arjuna Arjun tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Noise reduction

155

5 Albizzia lebbek Siris suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions) tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Shade Giver Dwarf Trees (3-5m tall)

135

6 Plumeria rubra Frangipani Dwarf Trees (3-5m tall) 171

Along the Periphery (Row II)

7 Butea monosperma Fame of the forest tolerant to Dust and Smoke, suitable for Windbreaks

110

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8 Melia azedarach Indian lilac Medium size Tree (6-10 m tall), suitable for Windbreaks

105

9 Azadirachta indica Neem Noise reduction, suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions)

130

10 Dalbergia sissoo Sheesham suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions), shade giver

125

11 Syzygium Cumini Jamun suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions)

90

12 Grevellia robusta Silver Oak suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions)

80

13 Mangifera indica Mango Trees for Noise reduction, shade giver 120

14 Tamarindus indica Imli suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions)

110

Total 1741

3. Lung Plantation: Lung plantation shall be carried out at free and empty spaces within the

beneficiation plant, near the storage area, around the office block, etc. With a spacing between lines

of 5m and a spacing within the lines of 4 mtr, approximately 444 trees per hectare can be planted.

Therefore, in the area of 3.09 ha, app 1372 trees can be planted. List of trees is given below:

S.No. Botanical Name Common Name Tree Characteristics No. of Trees

1 Albizia lebbeck Siris suitable for Windbreaks (for Dry and Arid Regions) Trees tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Shade Giver Dwarf Trees (3-5m tall)

250

2 Plumeria rubra Frangipani Dwarf Trees (3-5m tall), 432

3 Alstonia scholaris Devil Tree tolerant to Dust and Smoke, Noise reduction

343

4 Ficus benjamina Weeping Fig tolerant to Dust and Smoke 347

Total 1372

4. Ornamental Plantation: Flowering Plants, shrubs shall be planted within the site, around the blocks,

in the lawns to improve the landscape. List of shrubs and Ornamental plants are given below:

List of Shrubs

S.No. Botanical Name Common Name

Shrubs (Basic Plantation)

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1 Bougainvillea sp Bougainvillea

2 Cassia biflora Desert Cassia

3 Ficus panda Golden ficus

4 Tabernaemontana divaricata Chandni/ Crape Jasmine

5 Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Hibiscus

6 Thevetia peruviana Kaner

Shrubs (Barriers)

7 Duranata goldiana Golden duranta

8 Murraya paniculata Orange jasmine Total trees planted = 3779

Total trees under avenue plantation = 666

Total trees under lung and curtain plantation= 3113

Year Wise Plantation Details

Plantation type Ist Year IInd Year IIIrd Year Total No of Trees Expenditure (@

Rs 150 Rs per

plant)

Avenue

Plantation

222 222 222 666 Rs 99,900

Lung Plantation 457 457 458 1372 Rs 205,800

Curtain Plantation

Row I 871 - - 871 Rs 130,650

Row II - 435 435 870 Rs 130,650

Cost of

protection,

maintainance,

replacement etc

Rs 433,000

Total 1550 1114 1115 3779 Rs 10,00,000

Approximately, 10.0 Lakh shall be the cost of plantation (Trees, shrubs, etc.) in three years.

Chapter 12: CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY As mentioned earlier, the scale of operations are too small to produce significant impact excepting

providing employment to a few local residents. However, under corporate social responsibility,

welfare activities will be taken up. The social welfare activities will include assistance in-

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Community Medical assistance;

Imparting vocational training to unskilled persons to make them skilled workers.;

In Animal husbandry in coordination with village Panchayat

In rural water supply wherever required;

In agricultural improvement activity;

Assistance to primary school of nearby villages in consultation with Panchayat

Assistance to Panchayats in utilizing other government programs/schemes.

Section 12.1 : Medical Assistance

Assistance will be provided in organizing health camps around the year for nearby villages including

the workers of the unit

Section 12.2 : Education/ Training of Personnel

To improve the educational activities in the area, following assistance will be provided.

Repair/Rebuilding of village school of nearest village in consultation with concerned

Panchayat;

Institution of scholarships and prizes;

Encouraging pre-primary schools education; and

Supporting adult education programs.

In order to improve the skill and self-employment of locals, assistance will be provided in following

promotional activities may be taken up.

Tailoring/embroidery classes for women; and

Improvement of skills of the workers to make them employable

Orientation programs for self-employment in collaboration with District Industries Centre and

Rural Development Agencies.

Section 12.3 : Agricultural Improvement

The locals in the area will be benefited by following social programme.

Organizing, with the help of Agricultural Department, training programs for farmers in

relevant areas such as animal husbandry, dairy development, modern cultivation, scientific

storage of grain, water conservation etc., the theme will be selected in consultation with

community;

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Section 12.4 : Assistance in Utilizing Government Programs Collecting and disseminating information pertaining to various government schemes and providing

guidance and assistance to eligible persons for making good use of these schemes e.g. getting loans

for setting up small units in consultation with concerned Panchayat.

12.4.1 Some of other CSR activities • Assistance in Infrastructure development like village access road etc

• Better mobility – It has been found that villagers have severe mobility problem. The project will

extend all the help with the help of local Government to improve the mobility for starting bus

services, ambulance services etc

• Electrification – Assistance in rural electrification with Government help and extending

assistance in installation of solar lights in the nearby village.

• Promotion of efficient Chula to the villagers or LPG Chula / gas Gordon.

• Safe drinking water –

– Installation/ Repair of Hand Pumps/ Tube Wells

– Water quality monitoring of wells and tube wells

– educate people regarding proper use of drinking water

• Water conservation

• Development/construction of Water Tank/Ponds

• Rain water- harvesting scheme

• Awareness programme for maintenance of the above facilities for availability of Health Care

Organising health awareness Camps on

• TB and Leprosy

• Awareness for eradicating like Social evils alcohol, smoking, drug abuse etc.

• Assistance in Child and Mother care, Diet and Nutrition.

• Blood donation camps.

• Diabetics detection & Hypertension Camps

• Family Welfare

• Senior Citizen Health Care programme

• Medical facilities available at the project will be extended to the villagers in emergency

• Environment

– Awareness programme on environment

– Plantation of saplings producing fruit and Green belt Development.

– Aforestation, Social Forestry, Check Dams, Park.

– Development Social Empowerment

– Development of jobs related to agro product i.e. Diary/Poultry/farming and others.

Cost on CSR & CREP (Social Welfare) will be Rs 22 Lac as capital investment & Rs 7 Lac as recurring.

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Section 12.5 : Proposed CSR Budget Sr.No

.

Description Capital Amount (Rupees

In Lakh)

Recurring Amount

(Rupees In Lakh)

1. Assistance to Primary health center &

organization of medical health checkup camp

2.00 1.00

2 Assistance to local school, scholarship to

students

2.00 1.00

3 Vocational training to persons for income

generation

1.50 0.50

4 Assistance to villagers towards improvement

of agriculture

2.50 1.00

5 Sanitations and drinking water facilities 2.50 -

6 Improvement of roads especially leading to

habitat by metallifying wherever required

under infrastructure improvement

20.00 3.00

7 Awareness for eradicating like Social evils

alcohol, smoking, drug abuse and

improvement of environment etc.

- 1.00

8 Assistance in rural electrification with

Government help and extending assistance in

installation of solar lights in the nearby village.

2.50 1.00

9. Assistance during sports day, national

holidays/festivals etc.

- 0.50

10 Extensive sprinkling for roads used often and

near habitat

3 4

11. Mist dust suppression systems near nearby

habitat as per need

2 0.5

Total Rs. 38.00 Lakh Rs 13.5.00 Lakh

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Chapter 13: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL AND INFRASTRUCTURE

A full-fledged environmental cell with qualified and experienced personnel established at the

company’s beneficiation plant, which is located close by, will supervise and implement the

environmental issues. This environmental cell is supported by a fully equipped laboratory to carry out

the analysis. The proposed organization of the environmental cell should have manpower on regular

basis.

Section 13.1 : ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL DETAILS

Environmental data shall be monitored initially by using an outside agency. Environmental Monitoring

System & Methodology: Based on the results of improvements of adversity in the environmental

parameters, monitoring schedules and duration will be restricted, if necessary, after consulting with

SPCB and MoEF&CC.

Section 13.2 : FUNCTIONS OF THE MONITORING CELL

To carry out environmental monitoring at site for various environmental parameters as required

either departmentally or through outside agencies.

To observe the environmental control measures to be implemented.

To keep a watch on the flow patterns of drainage and surveillance on the efficiency of water

management system.

To study the effects of project activities on the environment.

To ensure implementation of plantation programme. Regular monitoring of survival rate of plants

should also be carried out to achieve the desired result.

To keep records of monitoring etc. in a systematic way, so as to facilitate easy access, when needed by

statutory agencies, etc.

Conducting environmental studies and reporting to SPCB.

To interact and liaise with State and Central Government Departments.

To ensure the availability of the necessary spares for the pollution control equipment all the time so as

to keep the pollutants of the environment within the stipulated limits.

To identify the source of pollution and to take immediate action to prevent further pollution.

Conducting safety audits and programmes to create safety awareness in workers/ staff.

Conducting regular health audits to detect any health problems promptly to the workers/ staff. This

will reduce occupational health problems.

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Carrying out socio-economic study once in three years in the surrounding areas to find out the benefits

derived by the society due to the project and to fulfill the deficiency, if any, immediately.

Chapter 14: ADDITONAL MITIGATION MEASURES & PLAN DURING CONSTRUCTION/ERECTION PHASE

Section 14.1 : Air Environment To minimize the impact during construction phase following measures shall be taken:

Water sprinkling shall be done at the location where dust generation is anticipated.

To minimize the occupational health hazard, proper mask shall be provided to the workers

who are engaged in dust generation activity.

The details of health and safety have been discussed in chapter-7.

Section 14.2 : Water Environment During installation phase of the project the services required like sewage facilities will be arranged

on a temporary basis and the same will be maintained without any adverse impact on the

environment. Water shall be arranged though tankers.

During the installation period, runoff from site shall not be allowed to stand (water logging) or enter

the roadside or nearby drain. Adequate measures shall be taken to collect such run off and either

shall be reused or disposed off at the designated waste disposal location. Approx. 3 KLD of waste

water from 50 labours will be generated and would be treated in Bio-Toilets followed by soak pit/

septic tank

Section 14.3 : Noise Environment During the installation stage for proposed unit, expected noise levels shall be in the range of 80-100

dB, which will decrease with increase in distance. Hence all the activities shall be carried out during

the daytime. There will be some noise generation due to movement of vehicles carrying materials

during installation phase and as this is only a temporary phenomenon it can be managed by properly

regulating the movement of vehicular traffic so that the ambient air quality with respect to noise is

not adversely affected. To prevent any occupational hazard, earmuffs / earplugs shall be given to the

workers working around or operating plant/machinery emitting high noise levels. Use of plant or

machinery shall be strictly prohibited during night hour. Careful planning of machinery operation and

scheduling of operations shall be done to minimize such impact.

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Section 14.4 : Solid Waste Management Approx. 6 kg/day of municipal solid waste will be generated and shall be disposed off to MSW vendor.

All proper safety measures shall be adopted by the workers handling the waste. Waste will be

segregated and containers and other non-biodegradable waste shall be given to recycler.

Chapter 15: SUMMARY OF EMP The cost estimates presented in this section are for the recommendations made these cost estimates

give only the indication of the likely cost. The estimated environmental cost of the project is as follows

and estimated to be Rs. 114.50 Lakh. A full- fledged environmental cell will comply with the all the

environmental monitoring jobs as given earlier

COST OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION MEASURES (IN LAKH INR)

S. No. Particular Capital (in INR Lakhs)

Recurring (in INR Lakhs)

1. Plantation & Conservation of (Sc. -I) Species

Plantation of saplings including maintenance

10.0 3.5

Fencing including the protective fencing around the dust generating equipment

7.0 1.0

Identification & Protection of roosting

0.5 0.25

Raising of grasses and shrubs

1.0 0.5

Awareness activities 1.0 0.5

Surveillance activities 1.0 0.5

2 Air Pollution Control Management 55.0 8.5

3 Waste Water Treatment 205.0 29.0

4 Noise Pollution Control 2.0 0.75

5 Solid Waste Management 10.0 10.5

6 Rain water harvesting 5.0 1.5

7 Environmental Monitoring(s) as per programme in EIA Report

2.0 4.0

8 Budget on OH&S Management 5.0 1.5

9 Budget on Risk related & other safety Management

5.0 2.0

10 EMP Expenditure for installation phase (to be done for the period of installation only)

15.0 3.0

11 Expenditure on Green Belt Developmental related activities

10.0 2.5

Total 334.5 69.5

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