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Environmental Monitoring Report Bi-Annual Environmental Monitoring Report January-June 2013

GEO: Road Corridor Investment Program–Project 1 (Construction Supervision of Kobuleti Bypass Road Section Km. and Widening of Existing 2-Line Road to 4-Line Road from Chakvi–Makhinjauri Section) Prepared by DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd., Korea, for the Roads Department of Georgia of the Ministry of Regional Development and Infrastructure of Georgia and the Asian Development Bank.

This environmental monitoring report is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature. In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS .................................................................. i

PART I: INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 1

1. PRELIMINARY INFORMATION ................................................................................... 1

1.1. Project Background and Objective of the Environmental Monitoring Activity ............... 1

1.2. The Project Area ............................................................................................................ 2

2. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING WORK COORDINATION ..................................... 5

PART II: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ...................................................................... 7

3. PREVIOUS SIX-MONTH CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES............................................ 7

4. FRAMEWORK FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING............................................. 9

5. ENGINEER’S ENVIRONMENTAL AUDITING PROTOCOL AND EMMP ................. 11

6. SUMMARY OF PERFORMED ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ACTIVITIES ...... 14

PART III: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ................................................................ 19

7. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP) .................................................... 19

8. ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS IN THE CONSTRUCTION MONITORING ............... 19

8.1. Site Inspections and Audits ......................................................................................... 19

8.2. Summary of EHS Observations at Specific Locations ................................................ 31

8.2.1. Lot 1 Road Stretch (0.0 – 12.4 Km) .................................................................... 31 8.2.2. Lot 2, Section 1 Road Stretch (12.4 – 19 Km) .................................................... 31 8.2.3. Choloki Camp Site .............................................................................................. 31 8.2.4. Ochkhamuri Camp Site ...................................................................................... 31 8.2.5. Bobokvati Camp Site .......................................................................................... 32 8.2.6. Quarry Sites (Gurianta and Laituri)..................................................................... 32 8.2.7. Laituri Camp Site and Crushing Plant ................................................................ 32 8.2.8. Rivers and Streams along Main Road ................................................................ 33

8.3. Evaluation of EHS Documentation and Record Keeping ............................................ 33

8.4. Evaluation of Environmental Quality Parameter Measurements ................................ 33

8.5. Evaluation of General Occupational Health and Safety Practices .............................. 34

9. NON-COMPLIANCE NOTICES .................................................................................. 34

10. CORRECTIVE ACTION PLANS ................................................................................. 36

ANNEXES .......................................................................................................................... 40

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List of Figures

Figure 1: Location Map of the Project ...................................................................................... 4

Figure 2: Environmental Monitoring Work Coordination Set-Up .......................................... 6

Figure 3: Engineer’s Environmental Audit Protocol and EMMP .......................................... 13

List of Tables

Table 1: Baseline Information for the Project Road ..................................................................... 3

Table 2: Previous Six-Month Construction Progress ................................................................... 7

Table 3: Environmental Aspects for the Management and Monitoring ........................................ 9

Table 4: Ambient Air Quality Guidelines in Georgia ................................................................... 11

Table 5: Georgian Noise Quality Standards in Residential Areas ............................................. 11

Table 6a: PM Measurements (average values in mg/ m3) at selected sites in Lot 1 for January-

March 2013 .................................................................................................................. 14

Table 6b: PM Measurements (average values in mg/m3) at selected sites in Lot 1 for April-June

2013 ............................................................................................................................. 15

Table 7a: Noise Measurements (Average) at the Lot 1 Sites for January-March 2013 (dB) ..... 15

Table 7b: Noise Measurements (Average) at the Lot 1 Sites for April-June 2013 (dB) ............. 16

Table 8: Some Observed and Reported Environmental Issues/Aspects ................................... 16

Table 9: Field Investigation Activities of the International Environmental Specialist .................. 17

Table 10: Observed EHS Issues and Recommendations of the International Environmental

Specialist ..................................................................................................................... 20

Table 11: Some of the Non-Compliance Notices ....................................................................... 34

Table 12: Actions Taken Against Identified Issues .................................................................... 36

Table 13: Recommendations to Address EHS Issues ............................................................... 37

Republic of Georgia Roads Department of Georgia Asian Development Bank, Loan No. 02560-GEO Road Corridor Investment Program

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS

A segment of the East-West Highway between Azerbaijan and Georgia and part of the Poti – Batumi – Sarpi road along the western coast of the country known as Adjara Bypass Project is being constructed by the Government of Georgia under loan financing from the Asian Development Bank. The Project was determined to be a Category A environmental project for which an EIA was processed. The total road length is around 45 km, mostly 2-lane (except in the vicinity of the Makhinjauri tunnel where it is connecting to existing 4-lane) with a number of bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and tunnels. Currently, out of the 4 Contract packages, Contract 1 construction work is nearing completion, and Contract 2 is actively being constructed with Sinohydro Company (China) as the Contractor and supervised by Dohwa Engineering Co., Ltd. (South Korea) as the Engineer.

Within the framework of the project’s environmental management, the supervision tasks consist of continuous monitoring by the CSC (the Engineer), environmental monitoring and management of project implementation and assistance in ensuring the implementation of environmental management practices at each stage of the construction. The environmental monitoring is to be carried out by an International Environmental Specialist with the support of domestic environmental specialists. The specialists will develop an environmental auditing protocol for the construction period, formulate a detailed environment monitoring and management plan (EMMP), regularly supervise the environmental monitoring, and submit periodic reports based on the monitoring data and laboratory analysis reports. The specialist will also develop a program for hands on training of contractor’s staff in implementing the EMMP.

During this current monitoring period, a number of environmental and safety issues were observed by the monitoring team and brought to the attention of the Contractor for corrective measures. An inspection audit was done by the Engineer’s International Environmental Specialist in April and July 2013, which became the basis for the writing of the Bi-annual Environmental Monitoring Report for the Employer (RD-MORDI) and Financier (ADB). The environmental, health and safety (EHS) issues observed within the period are generally categorized into the following: (i) Main road and access roads; (ii) Camp sites (iii) quarry site, (iv) crushing plant, (v) Rivers crossing the main road (vi) general safety concerns, (vii) Documentation and record keeping requirements.

Following the inspections of the environmental specialist, an Environmental Action Plan was drafted and signed both by the Engineer and Contractor for the implementation of necessary measures. An Environmental Seminar and Health and Safety Training Programs were conducted by the International Environmental Specialist for the Contractor’s and Engineer’s staff. These were helpful in clarifying issues and facilitating the implementation of needed measures. Field checklists to monitor EHS were also compiled and handed over to the local environmental specialists. At this stage of the project, the Contractor has improved in operating an environmental management system. It is anticipated that the lessons learned during the implementation of Contract 1 will enable the Contractor to further improve on environmental management aspects of the project during subsequent stages.


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PART I: INTRODUCTION

1. PRELIMINARY INFORMATION

1.1. Project Background and Objective of the Environmental Monitoring Activity

The Republic of Georgia, with its 4.5 million people, is bounded on the north by Russia and the Caucasus mountain range, to the south by Armenia and Turkey, to the west by the Black Sea and the east by Azerbaijan. With reference to ADB’s Project Data Sheet (PDS)1, the Government of Georgia is intending to develop the subregional multi-corridor to make the most of the country’s locational advantage as a transit hub for the Caucasus and for Euro-Asia road transport, particularly by providing a more efficient route for Turkey and Armenia related traffic. This sub-regional multi-corridor will also ensure Government's new strategic vision of the transport network security. The PDS identifies important of development objectives for an efficiently functioning multi-corridors such as (i) reduction of the cost of subregional and international transport, benefiting both the local economy and the economy of the subregion, and thereby stimulating the development of Euro-Asia trade links; (ii) the subregional multi-corridors also serve as principal domestic corridors linking the major cities, ports and tourist centers; (ii) and their development will enhance economic growth through more efficient passenger and freight transport, while enhancing safety.

In the ADB’s Report Recommendation to the President (RRP, September 2009)2 the development potentials of the East-West Highway between Azerbaijan and Georgia have been highlighted, with the ports of Poti and Batumi as the exit points in the Black Sea. These ports also serve the same function to the Agrak–Kapan–Yerevan–Bavra road in Armenia with two southern sections in Georgia. A major segment of this trade and tourist route is the 81 km Poti – Batumi – Sarpi road along the western coast of the country. This road segment, mostly located in the Adjara Autonomous Republic, is a key highway for international transit route in Georgia and a major link to beach resorts in Batumi and Kobuleti. During the tourist season, this road experiences a high volume of traffic and significant increase of accidents.

Because of these aforementioned issues and features, the Government of Georgia has decided with ADB’s assistance, to construct the so-called Adjara Bypass Project along the Black Sea in Adjara region. The Project was determined to be a Category A environmental project for which an EIA was processed. The Project will construct a 2-lane new road (45km), except along a 1-km stretch near Makhinjauri tunnel, where it will merge with the existing 4-lane road. In addition, the Project will have a number of new bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and tunnels. The entire project road is packaged into 4 contracts3 for preparation of detailed designs and implementation as follows:

Contract 1 – Km 0 to Km 12.4 bypassing Kobuleti Town – a new alignment Contract 2 – Km 12.4 to Km 31.3 bypassing Kobuleti Town – a new alignment Contract 3 – Km 31.3 to Km 32.3 along the existing road near Makhinjauri tunnel to

make the full use of existing and recently constructed 4 lane road tunnel

Contract 4 – Km 32.3 to Km 48.470 bypassing Batumi Town – a new alignment

For the implementation phase of the project, construction supervision scope has been tendered with the following objectives of ensuring that (i) high quality construction is achieved; (ii) designs

1 ADB-PDS for 41122-023: Loan 2560-GEO: Road Corridor Investment Program - Project 1 (from http://www.adb.org

/projects/41122-023/main) 2 ADB. September 2009. RRP - Proposed Multitranche Financing Facility Georgia: Road Corridor Investment

Program 3 Government of Georgia. MORDI-Department of Roads. February 2012. Environmental Impact Assessment



are carried out to the appropriate engineering standards; (iii) all work associated with the project are carried out in full compliance with the designs and specifications; (iv) the EA's engineers and domestic consultants receive in-country and international training in selected areas of tunnel design and construction and pavement design; (v) resettlement, social, environmental, road safety, and monitoring are implemented in accordance with the recommendations of various studies, plans, analysis of the project4. Contracts 1, 2, and 3 are covered in Tranche 1 while Contract 4 will be covered in Tranche 2.

As mentioned in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the Construction Supervision, the environmental aspects would entail environmental monitoring and management of project implementation and assistance in ensuring the implementation of environmental management practices at each stage of the construction. In addition, the environmental specialist will develop an environmental auditing protocol for the construction period, formulate a detailed environment monitoring and management plan (EMMP), regularly supervise the environmental monitoring, and submit periodic reports based on the monitoring data and laboratory analysis reports. The specialist will also develop a program for hands on training of Contractor’s staff in implementing the EMMP5.

1.2. The Project Area

The Kobuleti Bypass section is part of the so-called Adjara Bypass Project along the Poti – Batumi – Sarpi road located the western Black Sea coast of Georgia. The project road also forms part of the main road corridor East-West Highway between Azerbaijan and Georgia. Its connection with the Black Sea ports of Batumi and Poti and the tourist beaches in Kobuleti makes this road an important trade and tourism road for Georgia. Information and data on the Project Road has been extensively elaborated in the EIA documents for the project.

Focusing on the entire 45 km project road, the first 16 km and the last 4 km of the project road alignment traverses flat terrains of coastal plain with elevations ranging from 0 to 30 m. The rest of the project road runs through a rolling and hilly terrain with elevations ranging from 20 to 192m. In terms of geology, the project area shows manifestation of several tectonical features such as synclines and anticlines, folds and faults. It is underlain by bedrocks which are volcanogenic sedimentary rocks represented mostly by basalts with tuffa, gravellites and marls. The rocks show signs of intense weathering and disintegration due to the wet subtropical climate. As a result the surface strata generally consist of thick deposits of delluvial (loams and clay) and laterites (loam).

In terms of climate, the project area falls within the classification of seaside humid subtropical climatic zone with an average rainfall of 2000mm to 2800mm evenly distributed throughout the year, peaking in September and dipping in May. The average monthly temperature ranges from 50C in winter to 22.50C in summer; and the average monthly humidity ranges from 73 to 84%, with dominant northeasterly wind direction. The Project road traverses over four (4) major rivers of length more than 15 km, namely Natanebi, Choloki, Kintrishi, and Chakvistskali; five (5) smaller rivers of lengths between 10 and 15 km, viz. Ochkhamuri, Achkva, Kinkishi, Dhekva, and Korolistskali; and 16 streams.

The recognized protected areas near the vicinity of the construction site is the Ispani mire, which is also a RAMSAR wetland site (number 894) located around 350 meters away from the Project road between Km 6 to 12 of Section 1. This wetland has an area of 770 ha and contains two parts – Kobuleti State Nature Reserve (Ispani II, the northern area – 331.25 ha) and

4 ADB. 12 March 2010. Outline Terms of Reference for Consultants for Construction Supervision of Tranche I and

Tranche II 5 Ibid



Kobuleti Managed Reserve (Ispani I, the south west area- 438.75 ha). The Contractor is aware of this site and special attention is paid to avoid any direct impacts to this protected area.

The project’s ecosystem is generally characterized by pastureland with cornfields, rolling lands, and wetands. There are 55 species of mammals in the area with the bats considered as the vulnerable terrestrial mammal. The area is considered also as one of the important sites for Western Palaearctic birds' migration, such as eagle, vulture, falcon, and owl; other fowl species found are duck, crane, grebe, pelican, etc. Out of the 54 species of reptiles recorded in Georgia, about 16 reptiles can be found along the Project alignment. Out of 12 species of amphibians that thrive in Georgia,10 of them exist in the Project area. In terms of fisheries, there are 47 freshwater and anadromus fish species occur in rivers, and streams of Adjara. The Black Sea salmon (Salmo labrax) is an endemic and anadromus species that migrates up the rivers of Kintrishi, Chakvistskali, Charkha during the spawning season.

The baseline environmental information gathered during the drafting of the EIA for the project are as follows:

Table 1: Baseline Information for the Project Road

Environmental Aspect

Parameter Value

Surface Water Quality Total dissolved solids (TDS) 44 to 164 Dissolved Oxygen (DO) concentration 7.6 to 10 Nitrate content 0.18 to 2.16 mg/l Hydrocarbons content less than 0.2 mg/l

Groundwater Quality TDS less than 300 mg/l. TDS of spring water near Makhinjauri tunnel 75 mg/l. Bicarbonate as the major anion 36 to 246 mg/l Calcium as the major cation 5 to 56 mg/l Total coliform content in the groundwater

wells 1,000 to 2,000

Total coliform in spring water 50,000 Noise Quality Background noise levels 27-32dBA

Noise levels at a distance of 25m from the centre of the existing Poti – Sarpi road is

74dB

Air Quality Concentrations of dust (PM) 0.025 to 0.89 mg/m3 CO 0.11 to 2.04 mg/m3 No2 0.03 to 0.042 mg/m3

Soil Quality Lead content 8 to 19 mg/kg,Zinc content 58 to 84 mg/kg Cobalt content 10 to 21 mg/kg Copper content 13 to 66 mg/kg Nickel content 17 to 59 mg/kg.

The estimated population in 2009 in Adjara Region is around 382,000, consisting of 44% living in urban areas and 56% in rural areas. The ethnic groups are Georgian (97%), Armenian (2%), Russian (0.25%), Greeks, Abkhaz, etc. The most populated city is Batumi, with a population of 122,000. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Adjara was estimated to be GEL 490 million, contributing to 5% of the GDP of Georgia. The main industries in Adjara are manufacturing, agriculture and tourism. There are around 41 archeological sites identified near the Project area. A number of cultural monuments were discovered during the archeological expeditions in the ravines of Rivers Choloki, Ochkhamuri, Atchkva, Kintrishi, Kinkishi, Chakvistskhali, Korolistskhali and Chorokhi. A map of the Project road with active construction is shown in Figure 1 below.


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Figure 1: Location Map of the Project

Active Construction



2. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING WORK COORDINATION

Environmental monitoring is overseen by the Roads Department, through a special unit called the Environmental Division. This division reviews the EIAs and EMPs related to the Roads Department projects and perform monitoring of compliance of the contractor’s performance with the approved EMPs, EIAs, environmental standards and other environmental commitments of the contractor.

Environmental monitoring in the field is among the work scope of the Engineer (Dohwa), and the tasks of actual monitoring is undertaken by international environmental specialist and two (2) domestic environmentalists. The international environmental specialist is mobilized on an intermittent basis to undertake field audit and write-up the necessary periodic environmental report to the Employer (RD-MORDI) and Financier (ADB). A major work contribution of the international environmental specialist is to conduct seminars at the site for the Contractor’s staff for a more efficient and effective implementation of measures6. Spot surveys and assessments of environmental situations and conditions of the project site were conducted to ascertain compliance of the Contractor to the EIA’s EMP. Variances from the established baseline environmental parameters were noted and brought to the attention of the Contractor for corrective measures. Whenever necessary, certain modifications on the work program were recommended to assure compliance on the part of the Contractor (Sinohydro Company, China).

The Contractor had assigned an environmental, health and safety Director who would be responsible for environmental compliance based on the project EMP (found in the EIA). Likewise, the Contractor has to come up with its own EMP which served also as their guide for their own self-monitoring of the construction’s environmental aspects. This is to ensure an efficient monitoring activity at all times.

Environmental issues arising from the construction activities should immediately be brought to the attention of the construction supervision team to coordinate efforts in order to immediately mitigate impacts, protect the environment, and safeguard the health and welfare of the local communities. All these are to be conducted within the framework of the overall construction management and supervision. Aspects in the environmental monitoring are reported in a monthly, quarterly and bi-annual basis to the RD(PIU) and ADB. The applied environmental monitoring work coordination set-up for the Project road is represented in Figure 2 below.

6 Dohwa Environmental Specialist Mr. Samuel Sapuay had conducted already three HSE seminars for the

Contractor’s staff and also attended by a number of the Engineer’s staff.



Figure 2: Environmental Monitoring Work Coordination Set-Up

RD (PIU)

Environment Division

ADB Gov’t of Georgia

MORDI

Construction Supervision

DOHWA-Team Leader

Construction SupervisionDOHWA

Environmental Specialist Domestic Environmentalist

SINOHYDRO Project Manager

SINOHYDRO HSE Director



PART II: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

3. PREVIOUS SIX-MONTH CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES

As of the current date, the construction is primarily concentrated on the Contract 1 (Km 0 to Km 12.4), and Contract 2, Section 1 (Km 12.4 to Km 19) bypassing Kobuleti Town – a new alignment. The Contractor has extensively worked and seemed to have no issues with regards to physical progress. The construction activities in the previous six months are as follows:

Table 2: Previous Six-Month Construction Progress

No. Month Construction Activities 1 January 2013 - Setting-out of control points, geodetic data collection and

clarification of quantities - Construction of embankments (using geotextile) at the main

road, junctions and interchanges, levelling, and compaction of embankment surface.

- Construction of sub-base layer of pavement structure - Completion of construction of transition structure with

embankment at reinforced concrete underpass - Excavation of pit and placing of rubble stone under the body and

inlet-outlet structures of reinforced concrete culvert - Waterproofing of body and wing walls of reinforced concrete

culvert - Completion of superstructure beams installation works (17

spans) at the overpass PK86+32 - Completion of construction of abutment and pier bodies and

cross-beams at the viaducts - Construction of cast-in-situ reinforced concrete deck plates at

the superstructure viaduct PK102+26 2 February 2013 - Laying of geotextile

- Construction of embankments at the main road, junctions and Choloki bridge - Natanebi

- Leveling, further placement of top soil, and compaction of embankment surface at some sections.

- Commencement of new culvert construction, and completion of previous culvert constructions.

- Concreting of foot walks in bridges - Completion of superstructure beams in viaducts - Completion of transition structure construction work in bridges

3 March 2013 - Construction of embankments at the main road - Placing of topsoil on the embankment slopes and compaction - Excavating of channel to provide water discharging from the

reinforced concrete underpass - Commencement of site preparation for installing of road signs - Continuing of excavation works for construction of drainages and

ditches - Completion of railing installation at bridges - Continuing reinforcement between the superstructure beams in

viaducts - Continuing reinforcement and concreting of deck slab and curb

at overpass.



No. Month Construction Activities 4 April 2013 - Construction of embankments at the main road and junctions

- Placing of topsoil on the embankment slopes and compaction - Road pavement - Commencement of sand-gravel sub-base

construction works at main road sections. - Commencement of base course pavement using crushed

aggregates treated with bitumen. - Commencement of site preparation for installing of road signs - Completion of railing installation and painting at bridges - Continuing reinforcement and concreting of deck slab and curb

at overpass and bridges. - Construction of transition structures in progress.

5 May 2013 - Construction of embankments at the main road and junctions - Placing of topsoil on the embankment slopes and compaction - Road pavement - Commencement of sand-gravel sub-base

construction works at main road sections. - Commencement of base course pavement using crushed

aggregates treated with bitumen. - Binder course pavement at specific sections. - Commencement of site preparation for installing of road signs - Completion of railing installation and painting at bridges - Continuing reinforcement and concreting of deck slab and curb

at overpass and bridges. - Construction of transition structures in progress. - Right-of way establishment and site clearance work in Lot 2

initiated. 6 June 2013 Lot 1

- Construction of embankments at the main road and junctions - Placing of topsoil on the embankment slopes and compaction - Levelling of topsoil - Completion of pipe culvert construction at PK10. - Road pavement - Commencement of sand-gravel sub-base

construction works at main road sections. - Base and binder course pavement at specific sections. - Asphalt paving work in progress. - Continuing reinforcement and concreting of deck slab and curb

at overpass and bridges. - Prefabrication and installation of transition slabs. Lot 2 Section 1 - Site clearance work in progress. - Removal of top soil, and excavation of soil. - Construction of reinforced concrete bored piles for bridge #1. - Construction of underpass #16, and pipe culverts for bridge

locations commenced. As stated in the Environmental Monitoring Plan of the EIA Report7 the Contractor should undertake quarterly parametric monitoring of (i) noise and vibration; (ii) surface water quality; (iii) drinking water quality; and (iv) air quality.

7 Government of Georgia. MORDI-Department of Roads. February 2012. Environmental Impact Assessment



4. FRAMEWORK FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

With reference to MFF 0034-GEO: Road Corridor Investment Program - Environmental Assessment and Review Framework8, it is stated that “an EMP will be part of the overall project monitoring and supervision, and will be implemented by the Contractor with oversight from the Supervision Consultant (the Engineer) and PMU. Progress on the preparation and implementation and compliance of an EMP (Contractor’s EMP) will be included in the periodic project progress reports. Specific monitoring activities defined in the IEEs or EIAs and EMPs will be carried out by the contractor and monitored by the PMU. RD will submit reports on EMP implementation to ADB for every six months to Category A and B sensitive projects and annually for Category C projects”.

The environmental monitoring and management activities for the project is based on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Reports drafted for the project road component namely the Environmentall Impact Assessment Report. ADB Loan No. 2560-GEO - Road Corridor Investment Program (Tranche 1) - Kobuleti Bypass, Kobuleti-Batumi Section and Batumi Bypass Design Project. This EIA report applies to the sections where construction is on-going. Based on the EIA’s EMP (See Annex V for the EMP for the Construction Phase) the environmental concerns which need to be monitored and managed are as follows:

Table 3: Environmental Aspects for the Management and Monitoring

Environmental Aspect Subtopics

1. Management Plan for Protection of Ispani Mire and Swampy Soils (Km 4.76 to Km 8.5)

1.1 Hazardous material storage sites 1.2 Earth works 1.3 Erosion and drainage

2. Protection of Flora 2.1 Endangered species 2.2 Vegetation clearance

3. Protection of Fauna 3.1 Construction activities 3.2 Poaching

4. Protection Fisheries 4.1Construction of Bridge Substructure 4.2 Construction works in the rivers and on the surrounding

lands. 5 Waste Management 5.1 General Waste

5.2 Spoil 5.3 Hazardous Waste

6. Fuels and Hazardous Goods Management

6.1Fuels and hazardous goods.

7. Water Resources Management

7.1 Hazardous Material and Waste 7.2 Discharge from construction sites 7.3 Construction of Bridges/drainage structures in

streams/rivers 7.4 Soil Erosion and siltation 7.5 Construction activities in water bodies

8. Drainage Management 8.1 Excavation and earth works, and construction yards 8.2 Fresh road cuts may immediately trigger intensive erosion

during construction and drastic increase of sedimentation 8.3 Ponding of water

9. Soil Quality Management 9.1 Earth filling with borrow material 9.2 Storage of hazardous and toxic chemicals

8 ADB. Updated on December 2011. MFF 0034-GEO: Road Corridor Investment Program - Environmental

Assessment and Review Framework



Environmental Aspect Subtopics 10. Top Soil Management

Plan 10.1 Land clearing and earth works

11. Topography and Landscaping

11.1. Land clearing and earth works

12. Borrow Areas Development & Operation

12.1Degradation of borrow areas

13. Air Quality Management 13.1 Construction vehicular traffic 13.2 Construction machinery 13.3 Construction activities

14. Noise and Vibration Management

14.1 Construction vehicular traffic 14.2 Construction machinery 14.3 Construction activity

15 Road Transport and Road Traffic Management

15.1 Construction vehicular traffic

16. Construction Camp Management

16.1 Siting and Location of construction camps 16.2 Construction Camp Facilities 16.3 Disposal of waste 16.4 Fuel supplies for cooking and heating purposes 16.7 Site Restoration

17. Cultural and Religious Issues

17.1 Construction activities near religious and cultural sites

18. Worker Health and Safety

18.1 Anthrax 18.2 Best practices 18.3 Water and sanitation facilities at the construction sites 18.4 Trainings

In addition, the following laws and regulations are also considered and used as legal and regulatory framework related to road construction activities of the Contractor:

1. On Waste Management: (i) Approval of the rules of collection, storage and neutralization of the wastes of preventive treatment establishments” 16 August of 2001, 300 (“Georgian Legislative Messenger” N90 24/08/2001) (ii) “Approval of arrangement of polygon/grounds for disposal of solid household wastes and adoption of sanitary rules and norms” 24 February, #36 (Georgian Legislative Messenger #17, 07.03.03)

2. Georgian Law on Ambient Air Protection 3. Law of Minerals, 1996 4. Wildlife Law, 1996 5. Law of Georgia “On the System of the Protected Areas, 1996 6. Law of Georgia on creation and management of Kolkheti protected areas 7. Law of Georgia ‘On the Red List and Red Book’, 2003 8. Law of Georgia ‘On the Red List and Red Book’, 2003 9. Law of Georgia on Cultural Heritage, 2007 10. Environmental Standards and Norms: (i) Ambient Air Quality Norms; (ii) Noise

Standards; For the ambient air quality, the guidelines are as shown below9:

9 Government of Georgia. MORDI-Department of Roads. July 2012. Environmental Impact Assessment Road

Corridor Investment Program (Tranche 1) Kobuleti Bypass, Kobuleti-Batumi Section and Batumi Bypass Design Project



Table 4: Ambient Air Quality Guidelines in Georgia

Parameter Maximum Admissible

Concentrations (MAC) mg/m3 Averaging Time

Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) 0.085 30 minutes 0.04 Annual

Sulfur Dioxide 0.5 30 minutes 0.05 24 hours

Carbon Monoxide 5.0 30 minutes 3.0 24 hours

Soot (PM) 0.5 30 minutes 0.15 24 hours

Also in terms of the noise quality standards for residential areas the following guidelines are adopted10:

Table 5: Georgian Noise Quality Standards in Residential Areas

Time Indicative Level (dBA) Maximum Admissible Level (dBA) 7am – 11 pm 55 70 11pm – 7am 45 60

5. ENGINEER’S ENVIRONMENTAL AUDITING PROTOCOL AND EMMP

Pursuant to the construction supervision ToR, that the “environmental specialist will develop an environmental auditing protocol for the construction period, formulate a detailed environment monitoring and management plan (EMMP)”, a work-process arrangement was conceptualized to be undertaken by the local as well as the international environmental specialist. The monitoring and management scope can be subdivided into the following:

1. Field Supervision a. Field visits – The environmental specialists should be conducting constant field

visits to observe and identify any environmental issues that violates the EMP and any prevailing regulations -

b. Inspection photo documentation – During field inspections, photos should always be taken of any field situation as part of the documentation

c. Inquiry with field people – Background information should be gathered pertaining to the issues observed and this can be obtained from field workers, inspectors, and the community

d. Witnessing Parameter Measurement – Whenever any field measurements should be done by the Contractor, the environmental specialist should always be present to observe the process and to note down his observations.

2. Meetings and Discussions

a. Consult with TL/DTL – The environmental specialists should consult with the Team Leader and/or Deputy Team Leader on any environmental issues. He should advice TL and/or DTL on the physical and legal implications of the situations and consider these items in the drafting of “Non-conformance Letters” to the Contractor.

b. Discuss with Contractor’s HSE – Any environmental issue should be discussed with the Contractor’s HSE in order to determine their commitment in undertaking environmental mitigation measures.

10 Ibid



c. Presentation & Seminars – Part of the scope of the environmental specialist is to develop a program for hands on training of Contractor’s staff in implementing the EMMP. Hence, on several occasions such trainings were conducted by the International Environmental Specialist at the Choloki Campsite.

3. Document Checking

a. EMP/ Supplemental Plans & Method Statements – The environmental specialists should check the documents submitted by the Contractor and comment on their appropriateness and completeness as prescribed in the Technical Specifications and Contract Documents

b. Checking Parameter Measurement Results – The environmental specialist should inspect in detail the results of the parametric Measurements in order to determine any indication of any situation different from normal conditions. When this is discovered, the environmental specialist should alert the Contractor for immediate action. A re-confirmation of the data will serve as secondary check if everything is within the acceptable limits.

c. Contractor’s Reports and Monitoring Data – The environmental specialist should also verify reports submitted by the Contractor especially on the evaluation of results of the parametric measurement for air, noise, and water quality.

d. Checking of Legal Documents – permits and all legal documents with relevance to environmental items should be thoroughly checked by the environmental specialist for legislative compliance. This pertains to quarry and borrow pit permits, site approval for campsite, asphalt plant, concrete batching plant and crusher.

4. Report Writing

a. Monthly Reports – Environmental issues should be reported regularly in the monthly reports by the Contractor and to be commented on by the environmental specialist.

b. Quarterly Reports – Results of parametric measurements for noise, surface water, groundwater for drinking, air quality and dust should be reported by the Contractor on a quarterly basis as mentioned in the environmental monitoring plan. These results should be assessed by the environmental specialist for appropriate mitigation measures. The environmental specialist is also obligated to come up with quarterly environmental report to be submitted to the Client and ADB.

c. Bi-Annual Reports – As mentioned in the Particular Conditions of Contracts, the Contractor should come up with a bi-annual environmental report. Upon submission, the environmental specialist should evaluate the environmental report and come up with general comments. As part of the Engineer’s reporting obligation a bi-annual report should be compiled by the environmental specialist and to be submitted to the Client and ADB after every six month of monitoring.

These environmental audit protocol and environmental management and monitoring plan chart on the side of the Engineer is shown in the diagram (Figure 3) below.


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Figure 3: Engineer’s Environmental Audit Protocol and EMMP

AUDITING PROTOCOL and

EMMP

FIELD SUPERVISION

Field visits

Inspection Photo Documentation

Inquiry with field people

Witnessing Parameter

Measurement

MEETINGS/ DISCUSSIONS

Consult TL / DTL

Discuss w/ Contractor’s HSE

Presentation & Seminars

DOCUMENT CHECKING

Contractor’s Reports and

Monitoring Data

Checking Parameter Measurement

Results

Checking of Legal Documents

EMP/ Supplemental Plans & Method Statements

REPORT WRITING

Monthly Reports

Bi‐Annual Reports

Quarterly Reports



6. SUMMARY OF PERFORMED ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ACTIVITIES

Within the previous six (6) months, from January 2013 to the present, the Engineer’s two (2) domestic environmentalists have been performing environmental monitoring as outlined in the EIA Report. The results of the monthly monitoring were incorporated in the Environmental Chapter of the monthly report of the Engineer. In early April 2013 and July 2013, the International Environmental Specialist was mobilized to the site to undertake audit and training for the Contractor’s staff. Correspondingly, a Bi-annual Environmental Monitoring Report covering the period from January to June 2013 was drafted to be submitted to the Employer and the ADB.

Primarily the environmental monitoring activities at various locations at the worksites focused on (i) the quality of atmospheric air; (ii) the quality of drinking water and river water; (iii) the condition of soil; (iv) flora and fauna; (v) the condition of construction equipment and transport; (vi) waste management; and (vii) worker safety, general hygiene and sanitation.

The Contractor carried out instrumental measurements for air quality and noise. Measurement of surface water and groundwater quality has been carried out in early July 2013. Water quality measurements should be carried out on a quarterly basis, especially for groundwater in camp sites as this has direct impact on the health of the work personnel. The monthly measurements for PM and noise are shown below.

(i) Air quality – Particulate matter only (PM); no measurements conducted for Sulphur dioxide, Nitrogen Oxide, and Carbon monoxide. Apart from PM, the latter parameters should be monitored on a quarterly basis, as specified in Table 7-2 of EIA/EMP. The average PM measurements for each of the six months (Table 6a & 6b) monitored in 2013 indicate that the concentrations are below the threshold levels. However, it is surprising to note that the average monthly PM measurements are below the baseline data. This could be attributed to the differences in measuring instruments used to establish the pre-construction baseline data and subsequent monitoring during the construction stages. In recognition of this issue, the International Environmental Specialist provided the Contractor with an environmental parameter measurements template, and advised the Contractor to use the same instrument with calibration to measure baseline data and subsequent monitoring measurements in Lot 2 construction area.

Table 6a: PM Measurements (average values in mg/ m3) at selected sites in Lot 1 for January-March 2013

SI No.

Location MACBaseline

Data Jan Feb March

1 Choloki Camp Site 1 0.5 0.046 0.022 0.024 0.009

2 PK 10 0.5 0.046 0.011 0.023 0.023

3 PK-21 0.5 0.046 0.007 0.021 0.025

4 PK 38 0.5 0.046 0.027 0.025 0.025

5 PK 79 0.5 0.04 0.009 0.022 0.034

6 PK 86 / OchKhamuri Camp site 2

0.5 0.04 0.013 0.019 0.025

7 PK 102 0.5 0.04 0.035 0.022 0.012

8 PK 109 0.5 0.04 0.034 0.020 0.012

9 PK 115 0.5 0.04 0.031 0.021 0.009

10 PK 122 0.5 0.04 0.020 0.037 0.027



Table 6b: PM Measurements (average values in mg/m3) at selected sites in Lot 1 for April-June 2013

SI No.

Location MACBaseline

Data April May June

1 Choloki Camp Site 1 0.5 0.046 0.022 0.009 0.007

2 PK 10 0.5 0.046 0.016 0.007 0.005

3 PK-21 0.5 0.046 0.014 0.008 0.010

4 PK 38 0.5 0.046 0.016 0.005 0.006

5 PK 79 0.5 0.04 0.019 0.014 0.014

6 PK 86 / Ochkhamuri Camp site 2

0.5 0.04 0.023 0.007 0.016

7 PK 102 0.5 0.04 0.031 0.026 0.011

8 PK 109 0.5 0.04 0.029 0.019 0.013

9 PK 115 0.5 0.04 0.035 0.028 0.007

10 PK 122 0.5 0.04 0.020 0.015 0.010

(ii) Noise Level – only sites with active construction was taken for noise measurements. All noise measurements during the reporting period were made through replicate samples, while the instrument was calibrated prior to obtaining measurements at a particular site. As evident from the average noise measurements (Table 7a and 7b), exceedance of noise levels was not documented in any of the sites monitored during the six month period. However, similar to the PM measurements, it is strange to note that all noise measurements obtained during the reporting period are below the baseline data. The possible reasons for this could be attributed to differences in noise measuring devices used for measuring baseline noise levels and subsequent construction work. The Contractor EHS Director and local environmental specialists were advised to take this discrepancy into consideration, and adopt proper measurement procedures for Lot 2 area.

Table 7a: Noise Measurements (Average) at the Lot 1 Sites for January-March 2013 (dB)

SI No.

Location Allowable

Limit Baseline

Data Jan Feb March

1 Choloki Camp Site 1 75-80 72 59.6 58.4 55.0

2 PK 10 75-80 69 60.5 61.1 56.9

3 PK-21 75-80 73 50.1 62.7 63.9

4 PK 38 75-80 74 60.6 67.7 64.3

5 PK 79 75-80 70 67.7 50.9 45.0


75-80 75 57.9 61.7 52.6

7 PK 102 75-80 70 65.7 67.9 51.7

8 PK 109 75-80 68 62.8 48.6 62.7

9 PK 115 75-80 61 55.8 56.2 51.5

10 PK 122 75-80 65 60.8 67.0 51.9



Table 7b: Noise Measurements (Average) at the Lot 1 Sites for April-June 2013 (dB)

SI No.

Location Allowable

Limit Baseline

Data April May June

1 Choloki Camp Site 1 75-80 72 59.0 54.2 56.1

2 PK 10 75-80 69 61.1 65.1 51.2

3 PK-21 75-80 73 55.0 65.9 44.8

4 PK 38 75-80 74 62.0 65.8 55.6

5 PK 79 75-80 70 68.5 66.8 66.4


75-80 75 58.9 66.1 62.6

7 PK 102 75-80 70 66.6 61.8 58.7

8 PK 109 75-80 68 63.1 51.1 59.6

9 PK 115 75-80 61 56.9 65.5 65.9

10 PK 122 75-80 65 63.0 57.3 63.3

The issues encountered in the previous six months were obtained from the Environment Chapter of the monthly progress reports, and summarized as follows:

Table 8: Some Observed and Reported Environmental Issues/Aspects

Environmental Concerns Observed Environmental Issues/Aspects Atmospheric Air Quality Annual monitoring of SO2, CO, NO2 has not been carried

out. Noise Local communities adjoining Gurianta Quarry site

complained of excessive noise due to operation of vehicles during night time.

Oil contamination Patches of oil contamination detected in Choloki campsite refuelling area – requested cleanup by Contractor.

Quality of drinking water The Contractor was asked to undertake water quality testing on a quarterly basis.

Surface water contamination

Discharge of washing water from transit mix into Choloki River

Quarry area Lack of a buffer zone between river and quarry operation area has resulted in degradation of river banks.

Dust Dusty condition was generated in access roads to quarry and the Contractor failed to suppress dust by water sprinkling

General hygiene in campsites

Poor hygiene conditions in the Choloki campsite were pointed out to Contractor, and requested to keep the site clean.

Waste management Disposal of garbage/trash into adjoining land of Choloki campsite.

Poor management of garbage at Laituri campsite. Maintenance of vehicles Lack of vehicle service and maintenance records to ensure

efficiency of vehicles. PPE Most workers do not wear appropriate PPE

In July 2013, the Engineer mobilized the International Environmental Specialist to undertake bi-annual environmental inspection and audit as outlined in the ToR for the Construction



Supervision. The entire field engagement was in coordination with the Roads Department Officials, Contractor’s health, safety and environmental Director, and the Engineer’s domestic environmentalists. The activities carried out by the International Environmental Specialist are summarized in Table 9 below:

Table 9: Field Investigation Activities of the International Environmental Specialist

Date Activity

July 17, 2013 Arrive in Tbilisi, Georgia. Visit Roads Department to meet relevant officials.

Meeting with Mr. Murman Katsidatdze (Project implementation specialist ADB financed projects – Road Department) and Mr. Irakli Litanishvili (Deputy Chairman – Roads Department) to discuss EHS training workshops and bi-annual reporting requirements.

Meeting with Mr. Gia Sophadze (Environmental Officer – RD) to discuss environmental issues in the project area.

Leave to Kobuleti in the late evening. July 18, 2013 Discussion with Team Leader on assignments

responsibilities and expectations. Obtain monthly progress reports and other pertinent

documents on EHS. Meet with the Contractor EHS Director and local

environmental specialists to discuss monitoring program. Initiate EHS inspections and audits in Lot 1 area Choloki

and Ochkhamuri camp sites) and Lot 2 area of the project (with local environmental specialist).

July 19, 2013 Field environmental inspection of Laituri Quarry, Gurianta Quary site and Laituri Crushing Plant (with local environmental specialist).

Preparation of EHS Issues and Action Plan and hand over to Contractor EHS Director.

July 20, 2013 Review monthly and quarterly environmental parameter measurements, and EHS records maintained by Contractor.

Prepare seminar presentation on EHS issues and actions for mitigation.

July 21, 2013 Start compilation of Bi-annual Environmental Monitoring Report.

July 22, 2013 Seminar on EHS issues in project area and proposed mitigation measures (see Annex II) to Contractor and Engineer staff members.

Compilation of Bi-annual EM report. July 23, 2013 Provide EHS monitoring guidance to local environmental

specialist. Meeting with Contractor EHS Director on addressing constraints for implementation of EMP.

Continue with the Bi-annual monitoring report preparation work.

July 24, 2013 Continue with the Bi-annual monitoring report preparation work.

Prepare for EM training workshop for local government officials, local community representatives, Contractor staff and Engineer staff to be held in Ureki.

Follow up inspections to document actions being



Date Activity implemented to address EHS issues identified.

July 25, 2013 Conduct 2-day Environmental Monitoring training program for local government officials, local community representatives, Contractor staff and Engineer staff in Ureki.

July 26, 2013 Conduct 2-day Environmental Monitoring training program for local government officials, local community representatives, Contractor staff and Engineer staff in Ureki.

July 27, 2013 Follow up inspections to document actions being implemented to address EHS issues identified.

Final debriefing with Engineer Team Leader, and hand over finalized Bi-annual Environmental Monitoring report.

July 28, 2013 Leave to Tbilisi to conduct 5-day Environmental Monitoring training workshop to Roads Department and other Government Officers (technical and administrative).



PART III: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

7. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP)

The Environmental Management Plan (EMP) was designed to avoid, reduce, or at least minimize the adverse environmental impacts that could result from the activities during the implementation and operation of the project. As per the Technical Specification 3001.1 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLANNING, “The Contractor shall provide a detailed site-specific (or section-specific) Environmental Management Plan (EMP) which will be based on: (1) Generic/standard EMP structure and mitigation measures for the road construction; (2) Site/section-specific EMP requirements provided by the Employer in his EIAs. Hence, one major requirement is that the Contractor should produce his own EMP appropriate for the project and to be checked by the Engineer’s environmental specialist.

For the drafting of the EMP, the Contractor was advised to adopt the provisions in the EIA Technical Specifications and to undertake monitoring of important parameters found in the Table 7-2: Environmental Monitoring Plan during Construction and Operation. Parametric measurements should be done on a quarterly basis for air quality, noise, surface and groundwater quality and corresponding reports prepared and submitted to the Engineer.

8. ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS IN THE CONSTRUCTION MONITORING

As a matter of normal protocol, the site inspections were conducted on various environmental aspects of the project and form part of the Monthly Progress Report. Normal inspections were undertaken by local environmental specialists and more intensive audits on specific sites were carried out by the International Environmental Specialist for the Quarterly and Bi-annual Reporting. During the inspections, a number of environmental health and safety issues were observed and noted. These issues were subsequently brought to the attention of the personnel concerned on the Engineer’s side as well as discussed with the Contractor’s side following the “Auditing Protocol” and EMMP. The main EHS issues observed were generally concerning with the active quarry operations and rehabilitation, poor sanitary conditions and hygiene in camp sites, waste management, sedimentation of surface water bodies from construction earthwork, improper storage of material in camp sites, and worker safety issues.

8.1. Site Inspections and Audits

During the field engagement of the International Environmental Specialist in April and July 2013, a number of EHS issues were noted and brought to the attention of the Contractor. The Contractor’s EHS Director and/or his representative, and local environmental specialists joined the International Environmental Specialist on site inspections carried out along the road stretch under construction, camp sites, and quarry sites. Based on the observations made, a seminar on EHS issues documented was held for the Engineer and Contractor staff personnel on 8 April 2013 and 22 July 2013. An Environmental Action Plan was drafted and mitigation measures were jointly discussed on July 22nd, to be implemented within the specified time frames.

Follow up inspections were carried out by the international environmental specialist on July 24th and July 27th to observe the progress of specific mitigation measures implemented. The unfulfilled mitigation measures and/or unsatisfactory conditions were discussed with local environmental specialists and the Contractor EHS representatives for mitigation. A summary of the identified issues is presented in the ensuing Table.


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Table 10: Observed EHS Issues and Recommendations of the International Environmental Specialist

(Initial EHS Inspections – July 18-20; Seminar on EHS Issues – July 22; Re-inspections to observe mitigation measures – July 24 and July 27) (A) Road Lot 1 (0.0 km – 12.4 km) and Lot Section 1 (12.4 km – 19.0 km)

EHS Issues Recommended Mitigation Measures Risk Level Specified Time to Implement

Progress

Construction debris and trash on either side of road.

Collect all construction debris (concrete, waste asphalt, metal) and trash along the road and dispose offsite in accordance with regulations.

Low 1 Week Debris being removed

Dust emissions from construction vehicle traffic.

Carry out water spraying along road and bi-roads at least twice daily during dry weather periods.

Trucks (owned by contractor and sub-contractors) carrying sand/soil/quarry material should be covered.

Moderate 1 Week Being initiated

Lack of toilet and drinking water facilities for workers in bridge and culvert construction sites in Lot 2

Place portable toilets at bridge construction locations.

Supply drinking water to workers in bridge and culvert construction sites.

High 1 Month Drinking water supply to worksites initiated. Construction of portable toilets initiated.

Most workers at construction sites were not wearing appropriate PPE, exposing them to serious health and safety risks

Provide PPE to all construction workers, and instruct field supervisors to enforce a strict policy of wearing PPE at work sites.

High 1 week Supervisors have been given strict instructions to enforce PPE usage


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EHS Issues Recommended Mitigation Measures Risk Level Specified Time to Implement

Progress

Sedimentation of rivers by earthworks on river banks for bridge construction

Establish fiber cloth silt fences and straw bale sediment traps along river banks disturbed by construction work in Lot 2 Section 1 area

High 2 weeks Yet to be initiated

(B) Choloki Camp Site

EHS Issues

Recommended Mitigation Measures Risk Level Target Time for Response

Progress

Garbage/Trash management and General Sanitary Issues

Several stray dogs and cats, which scatter garbage/trash in campsite

Capture and release all stray dogs and cats at a far off place from camp site.

Moderate 2 months Yet to be carried out

No handwash and/or sanitizers kept in toilets;

Foul odor emitting from toilets.

Place a container of hand soap.

Place an electronic hand dryer.

Instruct the cleaner to apply an air freshner spray twice daily.

Place signs in the toilet (in Chinese and Georgian) instructing the users to keep the toilet clean

Moderate Initiate immediately

Handwash and sanitizer placed in toilet have been stolen by an unknown person. Sanitary conditions have been improved.

Several ditches and drains are blocked with sediment/trash and contain

Drains should be cleared of sediment and debris on a regular basis

Moderate 1 Week Cleaning of drains/ditches initiated


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EHS Issues


Progress

stagnant water

Patches of overgrown weedy vegetation throughout campsite;

Piles of rubbish in random places.

Clear the weeds and rubbish piles in camp sites on a regular basis

Moderate Within 3 days, and monthly thereafter

Weed and rubbish clearance in progress.

Potable Water Management Issues

The overhead tank behind kitchen is leaking continuously

Repair the leaking pipes Low 1 Week Repaired

Various material stacked around tube well;

The main overhead tank is leaking probably due to a malfunctioning stop valve.

A clear area of 20x20 sq. ft. should be demarcated/fenced and maintained

Repair the tank water leak

Low 1 Week Material around tube well removed.

Tank leak yet to be repaired

Material Storage Issues

Used construction scrap material (steel, timber, wires, etc.), and impaired machines/spare parts were improperly stored at the site.

Scrap materials scattered in camp should be collected and stored in an orderly manner to be reused, and disposed/sold to outside material haulers and recyclers.

Impaired machines should be

Low 2 Weeks Yet to be implemented


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EHS Issues


Progress

gathered, and inventoried for repair/sold as scrap.

Soil Contamination Issues

A large oil spill visible on soil surface in front of fuel storage tanks;

Oil is leaked on to ground when repairing/servicing vehicles in camp site

Extend concrete pad up to 2 feet around tanks and bund the edge to contain oil leaking into soil surface.

Remove contaminated soil into empty drums for subsequent offsite disposal in accordance with applicable regulations.

Instruct drivers/mechanics to use containers to collect waste oil from vehicles being repaired/serviced.

High 1 Week Yet to be cleaned

Other Safety Issues

Damaged/exposed electric wires, and exposed electric panels were observed in work areas

Check all electrical systems in work areas of site, and fix damaged wires, and close exposed electric panels.

Conduct a safety inspection round on a daily basis, and a detailed safety audit on a monthly basis

High Initiate within a week

Repairs initiated

Some workers at worksites were not wearing appropriate

Provide PPE to all construction workers, and instruct worksite

High 1 week Supervisors have been given strict instructions to


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EHS Issues


Progress

PPE, exposing them to serious health and safety risks

supervisors to enforce a strict policy of wearing PPE.

enforce PPE usage

Fire extinguishers in camp site have not been inspected to ensure that they are in working order

Conduct and immediate inspection of fire extinguishers in campsite and include a tag in each extinguisher indicating the date of inspection.

Perform quarterly inspections thereafter

Moderate 1 week

Quarterly

Yet to be implemented

Health Center Issues

The floor carpet in the health center is damaged;

No handwash and/or hand sanitizer in the health center.

Replace floor carpet, and clean the room on a daily basis.

Place handwash/sanitizer above the wash basin.

Low 1 week Complied with

(C) Ochkhamuri Camp Site

EHS Issues Recommended Mitigation Measures Risk Level Specified Response Time

Progress

Garbage/Trash management and General Sanitary Issues

No handwash and/or Place a container of hand soap. Low Initiate Improved


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Progress

sanitizers kept in toilets;

Foul odor emitting from toilets.


Instruct the cleaner to apply an air freshner spray twice daily.

Place signs in the toilet (in Chinese and Georgian) instructing the users to keep the toilet clean

immediately

Poor drainage – ponding of water in front of concrete mixing plant

Place a layer of gravel/sand in and around concrete mixing plant.

Moderate Three days Improved

Weed growth and rubbish scattered in campsite

Clear the patches of overgrown weed and rubbish in campsite

Low Immediately, and monthly thereafter

In progress


Oil spills visible on soil surface and gravel beneath power generator;

Oil leak from fully/partially empty used oil drums stored at far end of camp site;

Haphazardly stored Bitumen bags, and some material

Create a concrete pad beneath power generator to avoid soil contamination from oil spills.


High 1 Week

1 Month

Yet to be initiated


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Progress

leaked into soil surface. Bitumen bags should be stored in a pad of rubble/sand.


Used construction scrap material (steel, timber, wires, etc.) were improperly stored at the site.

Scrap materials should be stored in an orderly manner to be reused, and disposed/sold to outside material haulers and recyclers.

Low 1 Week

Other Safety Issues




Moderate 1 week

Quarterly

Yet to be initiated


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(D) Bobokhvati Camp Site


Progress

General Sanitary Issues

No handwash and/or sanitizers kept in toilets

Place a container of hand soap.


Place signs in the toilet (in Chinese and Georgian) instructing the users to keep the toilet clean.

Low Initiate immediately

Implemented

Stray cattle roaming into campsite

Establish camp boundary and create a fence around campsite, and a managed gate at the entrance to keep away stray animals

Moderate Initiate immediately and complete within 1 month

Yet to be initiated


Clear the patches of overgrown weed and rubbish in campsite

Low Immediately, and monthly thereafter

In progress


Empty paint tins scattered in camp sites;

Collect and discard empty paint tins in camp site.

Moderate 3 days Complied with



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Used construction scrap material (steel, wood, wires, etc.) were improperly stored at the site.


Low 1 Week In progress

River Water Contamination Issues

Contamination of river behind campsite through storm water runoff carrying sediment and other pollutants

Establish a fiber cloth silt fence and straw bale sediment trap along the river bank behind the campsite

High 2 weeks Yet to be initiated

(E) Laituri Quarry Site

EHS Issues Recommended Mitigation Measures Risk Level Response Time Progress

No site‐specific quarry

operation and re‐instatement

/restoration plan for site.

Site‐specific quarry operation and re‐

instatement plan should be completed.

High 1 Month Yet to be initiated

Lack of a buffer zone between

river bank and extraction areas

has adversely affected the

river.

Demarcate a 25m buffer zone between

river bank and quarry site, and avoid

mining in this area.

Moderate 1 Week Yet to be initiated

Lack of toilet and drinking

water for workers

Provide a portable toilet and supply

drinking water for workers.

High 1 Month Portable toilets being

constructed, Water supply

initiated.


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(F) Laituri Campsite and Crushing Plant


Progress

Garbage/Trash Management and General Hygiene Issues

Garbage/trash littered in campsite and crushing plant.

Waste should be segregated, and labeled bins should be kept in several locations for organic waste and non-biodegradable material (polythene, plastic/glass bottles, cans etc.).

The campsite should be cleaned regularly.

Moderate 1 Week Cleaning initiated


Untidy grease shed, with open grease containers, leaked grease has contaminated the soil.

Establish a bunded concrete pad to place oil drums.


Mod-High 1 Week Yet to be initiated


Used construction scrap material (steel, timber, wires, etc.) and impaired machines were improperly stored at the

Scrap materials should be stored in an orderly manner to be reused, and disposed/sold to outside material

Low-Moderate 1 Week Yet to be initiated


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Progress

site;

Oxygen gas cylinders laying horizontally in open ground

haulers and recyclers.

Impaired machines should be gathered, and inventoried for repair/sold as scrap.

Oxygen gas cylinders should be secured and stored vertically.

Other Safety Issues

Damaged/exposed electric wires, haphazard wiring connections, and exposed electric panels in work areas

Check all electrical systems in work areas of site, fix damaged wires, renovate haphazard wiring and close exposed electric panels.


Yet to be initiated




Moderate 1 week

Quarterly

Yet to be initiated

Exposed machines in wire Gabion factory

Machines belt/pulley systems should be enclosed


Being carried out


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8.2. Summary of EHS Observations at Specific Locations

Based on the EHS audits, inspections and re-inspection of EHS mitigation measures implemented, the main observations made by the International Environmental Specialist at different locations of the Project area are summarized below:

8.2.1. Lot 1 Road Stretch (0.0 – 12.4 Km)

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Rehabilitation of new road embankment with top soil.

Dust emissions from road construction vehicle traffic during periods of dry weather.

Canals cut on either side of new road, and new culverts constructed and cleaned to facilitate drainage.

Removal of construction debris and trash. Spreading of top soil piles Access roads maintained on a regular basis.

8.2.2. Lot 2, Section 1 Road Stretch (12.4 – 19 Km)

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Portable toilets being constructed for workers at road worksites.

Baseline vibration measurements are yet to be carried out.

Supply of drinking water to roadside workers initiated

Lack of silt fences and sediment barriers in earthworks adjoining rivers to protect surface water bodies from sedimentation.

8.2.3. Choloki Camp Site

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Used tire piles hauled offsite by local people for beneficial reuse (e.g., fencing, erosion prevention purposes etc.).

Poor sanitary conditions – clogged drains with stagnant water, weed growth, stray dogs/cats, unclean toilets etc.

Scrap metal gathered and sold to outside vendors.

Wet camp ground - patches of storm water puddles

Garbage management has been significantly improved.

Electrical safety concerns

Stray dogs and cats in camp site Improper storage of used/unused material Oil spills

8.2.4. Ochkhamuri Camp Site

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Maintenance of a silt pond. Poor sanitary conditions – stagnant water,

weed growth, scattered garbage/used material/debris, unclean toilets etc.

Fuel storage drums placed on a bunded concrete pad.

Wet camp ground - patches of storm water puddles

EIA for Asphalt Plant Prepared Electrical safety concerns



Oil spills Discharge of sewage water into adjoining

marsh/wetland

8.2.5. Bobokvati Camp Site

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Construction of a silt pond. Campsite boundary has not been demarcated

and fenced. Pollution and sedimentation of Dhakva river

from storm water runoff from campsite. Cattle roaming inside campsite. Improper storage of material. Used scrap material scattered in campsite.

8.2.6. Quarry Sites (Gurianta and Laituri)

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Draft Quarry Operations and Management Plan Prepared for Gurianta Quarry site.

Haphazard mining of aggregate material from floodplain as well as in-stream areas, leading to adverse impacts on river morphology, water quality and natural habitats.

Some sections of the Gurianta quarry site have been restored.

Destruction of river bank due to lack of a buffer zone in floodplain where no extraction is allowed.

Lack of a quarry restoration/reinstatement plan for Laituri quarry site.

Washing of construction vehicles in river, leading to water pollution.

Inadequate engineering controls to prevent siltation/sedimentation of river/streams.

Lack of strict controls when issuing licenses and permits to quarry sites.

8.2.7. Laituri Camp Site and Crushing Plant

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Sediment trap/pond set up to minimize siltation of water entering Natanebi river below crushing plant.

Exposed machinery in new Gabion manufacturing plant.

Electrical safety concerns Used scrap metal and other material scattered

in camp site Improper storage of gas cylinders General hygiene of camp grounds



8.2.8. Rivers and Streams along Main Road

Rapid environmental assessment of rivers and streams crossing the new road were carried out by the International Environmental Specialist (see Annex V for report) in April (Lot 1) and July (Lot 2, Section 1). The Kintrishi and Kinkisha river system in Lot 2 is the main source of potable water for local communities in Kobuleti. An area of 36 ha located downstream of these rivers is protected as a watershed area, and maintained by Kobuleti Water, Ltd. The main observations are summarized below: Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Removal of construction debris and trash in river/stream banks in most bridge locations in Lot 1.

Inadequate measures in place to avoid erosion of river/stream banks beneath bridges.

Oil spill on the south bank of Kinkisha river in Lot 2

Rivers in Lot 2 Section 1 subjected to sedimentation and pollutant runoff from storm water due to earthworks in progress for bridge construction without any measures in place for mitigation.

Extraction of aggregate material in downstream of Kintrishi river has created a stagnant water pond, and also degraded river bank.

8.3. Evaluation of EHS Documentation and Record Keeping

Positive Interventions Observed Main Issues Observed Maintenance of an organized systems of EHS documentation and record keeping, to include the following:. Environmental quality parameter

measurement reports Due diligence documents (e.g., EMP,

Method statements, specific EHS management plans, permits and licenses)

Employee health and safety training records.

Progress reports.

Lack of the following documentation/records: Employee injury/accidents log. Construction vehicle service records. Log of used material (tires, scrap metal

etc.) hauled offsite for reuse/recycling.

8.4. Evaluation of Environmental Quality Parameter Measurements

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Noise levels and PM in air has been tested on a regular basis at predetermined locations.

No measurements made for Sulphur dioxide, Nitrogen Oxide, and Carbon monoxide in air.

Groundwater in campsites has been tested recently.

Issue related to noise and PM measurements over the past six months (measurements made during construction stage are lower than the baseline measurements)

Surface water quality in rivers crossing Lot 2, section 1 has been tested and documented.



8.5. Evaluation of General Occupational Health and Safety Practices

Positive Interventions Observed Main EHS Issues Observed Warning signs posted at relevant locations (e.g., campsites, road work sites).

Lack of portable toilet and drinking water facilities at quarry site

On-site clinic with first aid medications and a doctor (in Choloki Campsite).

Poor safety practices adopted by workers at specific work sites, including non-use of appropriate PPE.

Safety training provided to workers. Major safety concerns related to electrical safety (e.g., poor wiring, exposed electrical systems, improper grounding etc.).

PPE given to workers to be used during work. Improper storage of gas cylinders. Safety meetings held on a regular basis to discuss safety issues.

Poor sanitary conditions in camp sites – health hazard.

Fire extinguishers placed in work areas. Fire extinguishers have not been inspected to ensure that they are in working order.

9. NON-COMPLIANCE NOTICES

During the course of the construction supervision in the previous three months of the works, a number of “Non-Compliance Notices” were written by the Engineer to the Contractor. Among them are as follows:

Table 11: Some of the Non-Compliance Notices

Date Ref. Number Subject Content/Issues

10 Jan. 2013

DH-KOR-SNH-GEO-100113-03

Submission of Detailed Quarry Restoration Plan

- The Contractor is obligated to submit a Quarry Restoration Plan, in accordance with application guidelines and regulations.

22 Jan. 2013


Technical deficiencies of Draft Gurianta Quarry Restoration Plan

- The draft plan submitted by contractor is unacceptable due to inadequate technical specifications

30 Jan. 2013


Asphalt Plant EIA - To prepare and submit the EIA for approval prior to constructing the Asphalt plant

30 Jan. 2013


Pending environmental issues

- Disposal of used tires in Choloki camp sites needs to be expedited

- Drainage issue at Ochkamuri camp grounds

- Access road maintenance 27 Feb.

2013 DH-KOR-SNH-GEO-270213-04

Operation and Management of Quarry Site

- Contractor should prepare a Quarry Management Plan, and fulfill environmental compliance requirements in accordance with Georgian legislation

01 Mar. 2013


Execution of revised EMP

- Performance of environmental quality (air, surface soil, water)



Date Ref. Number Subject Content/Issues on a quarterly basis.

- The Contractor should provide testing results to Engineer by March 25th, 2013.

21 Mar. 2013


Environmental issues in Choloki Camp site, and rehabilitation of access roads

- Removal and disposal of used tires

- Improvement of poor sanitary conditions (waste etc.).

- Rehabilitation of access roads - Submission of Quarry operation

and reinstatement plan. 29 Mar.

2013 DH-KOR-SNH-GEO-290313-02

Contractor’s Environmental Plan submittals for Lot 2

- Technical deficiencies of Camp site management plan, waste management plan, waste water management plan etc.

31 Mar. 2013


Restoration of the Gurianta Quarry

- Deficiencies in the restoration plan, in relation to applicable legislation. Should submit revised restoration plan.

31 Mar. 2013


Non-compliance with environmental issues identified

- Employer has issued a deadline (11 days) to address unresolved environmental issues, or face a financial penalty.

5 Apr 2013


Environmental problems of Laituri construction camp

- garbage management issues - improper storage of cylinders

22 Apr. 2013


Regarding calibration of equipment

- Equipment used for measurement of noise, air quality and water quality should be calibrated according to manufacturer instructions prior to field measurements

22 Apr. 2013


Concerning the grass seeds

- Grass seeds imported for restoration should be approved by the quarantine/Ministry of Agriculture

23 Apr 2013


Responding to requirement of the Roads Department of Georgia

- Transport of quarry material along main roads to avoid spillage

16 May 2013


Observed EHS Issues and Recommendations of the International Environmental Specialist

- Resolution of EHS issues identified by the international environmental specialist

27May. 2013


On implementation of Environmental Action Plan

- Vehicle service and maintenance records

- EHS issues at Ochkhamuri and Choloki campsites

27May. 2013


Concerning sand-gravel quarry

- Quarry site contracts - Quarry development and



Date Ref. Number Subject Content/Issues operation design

27 Jun. 2013


Regarding grass seed planting

- Season for grass seeding for restoration.

The domestic environmentalists reported that compliance to the above issues was generally low, albeit the Engineer’s constant notices to the Contractor and highlighting sanctions and penalties as provided in the Contract. The observations made by the International Environmental Specialist further supported the non-compliance of EHS issues previously reported by the local environmental specialists.

10. CORRECTIVE ACTION PLANS

To resolve the observed issues, the International Environmental Specialist arranged a meeting between the Engineer and Contractor on April 11th and July 22nd 2013 to present an Environmental Action Plan to be discussed and implemented. Agreements were reached that the Contractor shall respond to the issues, while the Engineer’s environmental specialists shall actively monitor the compliance. As of the completion of this report the resolutions of the said issues were as follows:

Table 12: Actions Taken Against Identified Issues

Location Environmental Issues Action Taken

Section 1 Main Road (0.0-12.4 km)

– Construction debris and trash Complied with – Dust emissions from construction vehicles Water spraying

initiated – Restoration of road islands Leveling of top soil

mounds initiated – PPE issues Supervisors

instructed to enforce Choloki Campsite – Garbage/trash management issues Waste segregation

initiated – two separate garbage bins for waste.

Waste bins cleaned. – Poor sanitary conditions in toilets Proper cleaning of

toilets initiated. – Drains/ditches clogged, and stagnant water Complied with. – Weed growth in camp grounds Clearing of weeds

initiated – Kitchen tank leak Repaired – Material storage issues Needs further

improvement – Oil spills Not complied yet.

Ochkhamuri Campsite

– Garbage/trash management issues Complied with – Oil leaks from concrete pad into soil Complied with – Used oil leaks Not complied yet. – Oil leak beneath power plant Not complied yet. – Patches of rainwater puddles in camp site Partially complied. – Improper storage of Bitumen bags Not complied yet. – Material storage issues Needs further



Location Environmental Issues Action Taken improvement

Laituri Quarry Sites – Absence of specific Re-instatement Plan for quarries.

None yet

– Absence of a buffer zone and engineering interventions to minimize siltation in quarry sites

None yet

– Extraction of aggregate material directly from active river channel bed

Needs to be regulated through strict controls during license procedure

Laituri Crushing Plant

– Garbage and rubbish found in a number of places in the premises.

Partially complied with

– Material storage issues Needs further improvement

– Presence of scrap metal scattered in camp site.

Not complied yet.

– Grease shed with oil pollution Not complied yet. Bobokvati Camp Site

– Establish camp boundary and fence Not complied yet. – Establish silt fence/sediment trap behind

camp Not complied yet.

– Material storage issues Proper storage practices initiated

These issues were captured in project photos and shown in Annex I, where positive actions implemented are in green, while those in red depict EHS issues yet to be addressed. Some of these issues were already complied with by the Contractor. However, the Engineer’s environmental specialist should not be complacent and assume that those mitigated by the Contractor will no longer fall back to the same prior non-conformance situation. Hence, the local environmental specialist should conduct continuous monitoring of sites and report to the Engineer without delay any evidence of non-conformance. Specific checklists prepared by the International Environmental Specialist to facilitate regular EHS inspections by local environmental specialist and Contractor EHS Director are provided in Annex IV.

For the pending issues further recommendations are as follows:

Table 13: Recommendations to Address EHS Issues

Recommendations Responsible Party Main Road (Lot 1 & Lot 2) Facilitate the restoration of road islands into natural wetland habitats/biodiversity refuges.

Contractor to perform physical interventions; Engineer to monitor progress.

Minimize road dust emissions during construction activities by spraying of water during dry weather periods.

Contractor

Camp Sites (Choloki, Ochkhamuri, Laituri and Bobokvati) Drainage should be improved by regular maintenance of drains, ditches in campsite, and spreading sand/gravel to eliminate ponding/puddling of water.

Contractor; Engineer to perform weekly inspections

Regular management of waste – segregate waste, and clear waste bins on a weekly basis.




Recommendations Responsible Party Proper storage of material (used and unused) Contractor;

Engineer to perform weekly inspections

Used material (scrap metal, tires etc.) should be hauled offsite for recycle/beneficial reuse on a regular basis

Contractor; Engineer to perform monthly inspections

Clean oil spills and other chemical spills from soil as soon as such spills occur, and dispose contaminated soil in metal drums offsite in accordance with applicable regulations


Improve the sanitary conditions in camp site – clear weed growth, construction waste material and trash on a regular basis


Immediately address issues related to leaking/wastage of potable water from above ground storage tanks


Laituri/other Quarry Sites Strict controls should be adopted to review license applications for specific quarry sites. The applicants should submit a site-specific quarry operations, management and restoration plan together with the application. Specific conditions to safeguard the environment should be mentioned in the license. Direct mining of aggregate material from active river/stream beds should be curtailed.

Road Department/Relevant government authority

Establish adequate engineering controls at quarry sites to minimize siltation of rivers/streams prior to extraction of aggregate material.

Contractor in collaboration with private quarry owners; Engineer to perform weekly inspections

Instruct drivers of quarry operation vehicles to avoid the practice of washing their vehicles in river/stream areas.


Quarry sites where extraction of material has been completed should be restored in a proper manner.

Contractor; Engineer to perform inspections during and after restoration.

Rivers and Streams Along Main Road River/stream banks beneath the new bridge and viaducts should be stabilized by placing boulders, riprap, retaining walls, revetments, gabions or other structural controls to prevent erosion/scouring of banks.

Contractor; Engineer to perform quarterly inspections of rivers/streams crossing main road

An EMP should be prepared for the Kintrishi and Kinkisha river systems in Lot 2 to protect the quality of water, as these two rivers are used to supply potable water to local communities in Kobuleti

Contractor; Engineer to review and approve

Establish silt fences and sediment traps along the river banks subjected to earthwork/bridge construction activities in Lot 2

Contractor; Engineer to monitor

EHS Documentation and Recordkeeping The following documentation/records should be initiated and maintained:

Employee injury/accidents log. Construction vehicle service records. Log of used material (tires, scrap metal etc.) hauled

offsite for reuse/recycling.

Contractor; Engineer to perform monthly reviews.



Recommendations Responsible Party Environmental Quality Parameter Measurements Surface and groundwater quality should be monitored on a quarterly basis in predetermined locations.


Sulphur dioxide, Nitrogen Oxide, and Carbon monoxide in air should be monitored on a monthly basis.


Air quality measurements should be initiated on a monthly basis for the Ochkhamuri Asphalt plant (collect samples from air stack and surrounding environment)


Establish baseline vibration measurements for Lot 2 area Contractor, in consultation with Engineer Environmental specialists

Occupational Health and Safety Perform health and safety inspections in camp sites and road work areas on a daily basis.

Contractor; Engineer to perform weekly audits.

Address electrical safety issues in camp sites Contractor; Engineer to perform weekly inspections.

Provide portable toilets and drinking water facilities to road work sites and quarry site.

Contractor

Improve the sanitary conditions in camp toilets and maintain on a daily basis


Instruct workers to consider safety as a priority in their work, adopt safe work practices, and wear suitable PPE.



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Quarterly Environmental Monitoring Report – Jan – June 2013 DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

ANNEXES

I. PROJECT PHOTOS

II. SIGNED COMMITMENT BETWEEN CONTRACTOR AND

ENGINEER

III. ENVIRONMENTAL SEMINAR – 22 July 2013 (ppt)

IV. CHECKLISTS TO FACILITATE EHS MONITORING

V. RAPID ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF RIVERS AND

STREAMS UNDERNEATH BRIDGES IN LOT 1, AND LOT 2,

SECTION 1


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ANNEX I

PROJECT PHOTOS


Quarterly Environmental Monitoring Report (January-June 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Choloki Camp Site Environmental Issues

Photo 1: Oil spill in front of fuel tanks Photo 2: Overflowing Garbage and Stray Dogs

Photo 3: Open electricity panels Photo 4: Oil Spills

Photo 5: Improper Storage of Used Material Photo 6: Water Puddles in Kitchen Backyard


Quarterly Environmental Monitoring Report (January-June 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Choloki Camp Site Environmental Issues Mitigated

Photo 1: Used Tire Pile Hauled Offsite Photo 2: Garbage Bins Cleaned and Labeled

Photo 3: Gravel Placed in Kitchen Backyard Photo 4: Organized Storage of Material

Photo 4: Improved Material Storage Photo 6: Electrical panel closed


Quarterly Environmental Monitoring Report (Jan-June 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Ochkhamuri Camp Site Environmental Issues

Photo 1: Water drainage issues (puddling) Photo 2: Used oil spill

Photo 3: Oil spill beneath power plant Photo 4: Burning of trash

Photo 5: Scrap material piles Photo 6: Sewage water discharge into wetland


Quarterly Environmental Monitoring Report (Jan-June 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Ochkhamuri Camp Site Environmental Issues Mitigated

Photo 1: Silt traps maintained Photo 2: Safety Sign Posts

Photo 3: Bunded concreate pad to store fuel drums Photo 4: Hauling of scrap metal for recycling


Quarterly Environmental Monitoring Report (January-March 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Laituri Crushing Plant Environmental Issues

Photo 1: Junk piles Photo 2: Trash Littered

Photo 3: Grease/oil spills Photo 4: Improper Storage of Gas Cylinders

Photo 3: Open electric panel Photo 4: Poor storage practices


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ANNEX II

SIGNED COMMITMENT BETWEEN CONTRACTOR AND

ENGINEER


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ANNEX III

ENVIRONMENTAL SEMINAR – July 22, 2013 (ppt)

7/23/2013

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Kobuleti Bypass Road Construction Project

Environmental, Health & Safety Audit (July 2013):

Issues Identified and Actions Proposed for Mitigation

Contents

• Objectives of Environmental Audit

• Methodology of Environmental Audit

• Measures Implemented towards Environmental Quality

• Issues Identified and Actions for Mitigation– Road Stretch (Lot 1, Lot 2, section)

– Camp Sites

– Quarry Site

– Crushing Plant

• Summary of Key EMP Non‐Compliance Issues

7/23/2013

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Objectives of Environmental Audit

• Document the implementation of the EMP• Administration & management procedures.

• Physical actions and corrective measures implemented to address EHS issues.

• Document existing environmental, health and safety issues related to the project activities.

• Recommend mitigation measures to ensure the well‐being of people (project workers and local communities) and the surrounding environment (natural and/or man‐made).

Methodology of Environmental Audit

• Review Relevant Documents and Records– EIA, EMP, Specific Management Plans, Method Statements, Testing Records, Progress Reports

• Discussions with Relevant Officials– DOHWA Team Leader, Project Coordinator, Local Environmental Specialists

– SinoHydro Staff (Director HSE)

• Field Inspections– Road + Byroads, Camp Sites, Quarry Site, Crushing Plant

7/23/2013

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EMP Compliance Measures Implemented

• Policy and administration documents for due diligence, environmental management, and continuous improvement

• Environmental parameter measurements (water, air, noise)

• Regular monitoring and reporting

• EHS training and awareness among workers

• Sign posts and displays

EMP Compliance Measures Implemented

• Organized system of record keeping and documentation

Management Plans, Reports, Method Statements in three languages

Permits and Licenses

Testing reports

Worker training records

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Corrective Actions Implemented

• Field level corrective actions for some previously identified environmental issuesLeveling of top soil

Concrete pads for fuel storage

Collection and sale of scrap metal

Disposal of used tires for beneficial reuse

Sedimentation ponds to trap sediment

Placement of gravel to prevent water puddles

Placement of waste bins in campsites to manage trash

Repairing damaged sewer pipes and tank water leaks

7/23/2013

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Environmental Issues Identified and Recommendations for Mitigation

(A)Road Section (Lot 1; Lot 2, Section 1)

7/23/2013

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Environmental Issues Recommended Mitigation Measures

Construction debris (concrete pieces/piles, waste asphalt, steel, wood) and trash on either side of road, canals, streams, and on bridges/viaducts.

Collect all construction debris and non-biodegradable trash along the road and dispose offsite in accordance with regulations

Dust emissions from construction vehicle traffic.

Spray water along road during dry weather on a daily basis


Earthworks on river banks in Lot 2, section 1 results in sedimentation of rivers

Establish silt fences and straw bale sediment traps along river banks (Kintrishi, Achkva, and Kinkishi rivers)

Sedimentation of Rivers

7/23/2013

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Filter fabric Silt Fences

Straw Bale Sediment Traps

7/23/2013

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EHS Issues Recommended Mitigation Measures

Lack of toilet and drinking water facilities for workers in bridge, road, and culvert construction sites

Provide drinking water and portable toilets at work sites

Sanitary Facilities


Most workers at construction sites were not wearing appropriate PPE, exposing them to serious H&S risks

Provide PPE to all construction workers, and instruct field supervisors to enforce a strict policy of wearing PPE

Worker Safety

7/23/2013

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(B) Choloki Campsite


Patches of overgrown weedy vegetation throughout campsite;

Piles of rubbish in random places.

Clear the weeds and rubbish piles in camp site on a regular basis (e.g., at least on a monthly basis).

General Hygiene and Sanitation Issues

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Most ditches and drains are blocked with sediment/trash and contain stagnant water

Drains should be cleared of sediment and debris on a regular basis

Poor drainage around campsite, leading to flashfloods and ponding after rain

Clear the drains and canals around campsite to facilitate drainage

General Hygiene and Sanitation Issues(Health Hazards)


Area behind kitchen is dirty, with stagnant water puddles, overgrown weeds and clogged drains

The kitchen backyard should be cleaned on a daily basis, and drains should be cleared.

No handwash/sanitizers in the toilet; Foul odor emitting from toilets.

Place a container of hand soap and an electronic hand dryer in the toilet.Apply an antiseptic + air freshner spray in the toilet twice daily


7/23/2013

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Many stray dogs and cats in campsite, which aggravate scattering of garbage/litter

Stray dogs/cats should be captured and released way off the campsite

The floor carpet in health center is damaged;No handwash/sanitizer in health center.

Replace carpet in health center, and place handwash/sanitizer.



The overhead tank behind kitchen is leaking

Repair the leaking pipes in the overhead tank

Various material stacked around tube well

A clear area of 20x20 sq.ft should be demarcated/fenced and maintained

Water from main tank overflowing.

Repair the automatic shut-down mechanism in main water tank

Potable Water Management Issues

7/23/2013

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Used construction scrap material (steel, timber, wires, etc.) and impaired machines/spare parts were improperly stored at the site.

Scrap materials should be stored in an orderly manner to be reused, and disposed/sold to outside material haulers and recyclers.Impaired machines and spare parts should be gathered, and inventoried for repair/sold as scrap

Improper Storage of Used Material


Large oil spill in front of fuel storage tanks;

Oil is leaked on to ground when repairing/servicing vehicles in camp site

Remove contaminated soil into empty drums for subsequent offsite disposal in accordance with applicable regulations. Extend concrete pad up to 2 feet around tanks and bund the edge to contain leaked oil. Should use containers to collect waste oil from vehicles being repaired/serviced

Soil Contamination

7/23/2013

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Electrical safety issues (damaged wires, open/exposed electric panels)

Repair damaged wires and exposed panelsConduct electrical safety inspections on a weekly basis

Some workers were not wearing appropriate PPE


Fire extinguishers in campsite have not been inspected to ensure that they are in working order.

Carry out a proper inspection of fire extinguishers throughout campsite on a quarterly basis

Safety Issues


(C) Ochkhamuri Campsite

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No handwash/sanitizers in the toilet; Foul odor emitting from toilets.





Clear weed growth on a monthly basis, and clear rubbish piles.Instruct workers to stop burning garbage.


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Poor drainage – ponding of water in camp grounds

Place a layer of gravel/sand in parking lots, and in front of concrete mixing plant



Oil spills visible on soil surface beneath power generator and near fully/partially empty oil drums stored at far end

Remove contaminated soil into empty drums for subsequent offsite disposal in accordance with applicable regulations.Place a concrete layer beneath power generator

Bitumen leaked from storage bags into soil.


Soil Contamination

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Improper Storage of Material

Safety Issues Recommended Mitigation Measures



Some workers were not wearing appropriate PPE




Safety Issues

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Sewage and toilet water released into adjoining march

Construct a pit for sewage and toilet water

Other Environmental Issues


(D) Bobokvati Campsite

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Adverse impacts on river behind campsite by storm water runoff

• Sedimentation• Other pollutants

Establish a silt fence and straw bale sediment trap along the river bank behind the campsite

Sedimentation of River


No handwash/sanitizers in the toilet;



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Clear weed growth on a monthly basis, and clear rubbish piles.Instruct workers to stop burning garbage.



Used construction scrap material (steel, wood, wires, etc.) were improperly stored at the site.



7/23/2013

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Stray cattle roaming in camp site Establish camp boundary and create a fence around campsite. The camp boundary should have a minimum distance of 50m from the river.



(D) Laituri Quarry Site

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No site-specific quarry operation and re-instatement /restoration plan for site.

Site-specific quarry operation and re-instatement plan should be completed.

Lack of a buffer zone between river bank and extraction areas has adversely affected the river.

Create a 25m buffer zone between river bank and quarry site, and avoid mining in this area


Lack of toilet and drinking water facilities for workers in bridge, road, and culvert construction sites

Provide drinking water and portable toilets at work sites

Sanitary Facilities

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(F) Laituri Crushing Plant


Garbage/trash littered in campsite and crushing plant, and its boundary.

Clean the campsite on a regular basisWaste should be segregated, and separate labeled bins should be kept in several locations for organic waste and non-biodegradable material (polythene, plastic/glass bottles, cans etc.).


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Grease containers/Oil drums storage space soil contaminated with leaked oil/grease.

Establish a bunded concrete pad to place oil drums and grease containers . Remove contaminated soil into empty drums for subsequent offsite disposal in accordance with applicable regulations.

Soil Contamination





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Exposed machines in wire gabion factory

Cover the machine belt/pulley systems with safety enclosures



Safety Issues

Environmental Issues EMP Reference


EMP Section 18, Worker Health & Safety, Sub-section 18.2 - Best Practices

Lack of toilet and drinking water facilities for workers in bridge, road, culvert construction and quarry sites

Section 18, Worker Health & Safety, Sub-section 18.5

Most workers at construction sites were not wearing appropriate PPE, exposing them to serious H&S risks




Summary of Key EMP Non‐compliance Issues

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Environmental Issues EMP Reference

Bank erosion, sedimentation and pollution of rivers from earthwork and other construction activities

EMP Section 7, Water Resource Management, Sub-sections 7.2, 7.4 and 7.5

Summary of Key EMP Non‐compliance Issues

Adaptation of EMP

• The EMP should be considered as a ‘live’ document that could be adapted and changed according to new information gathered through EHS and social monitoring

– Section 7.7 of EIA clearly states this

– E.g., the need to establish baseline vibration measurements for future monitoring, in order to address community concerns in Lot 2 road segment

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Acknowledgements

• DOHWA Team Leader & staff for logistical support

• Translators (Lasha and Elizabeth)

• Local Environmental Specialists

• Jhon Zhen Ming (Director HSE, SinoHydro)

• Li Yi Qi (Assistant to HSE Director, SinoHydro)

• Participants of seminar

感謝您! გმადლობთ!Thank You!!


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ANNEX IV

CHECKLISTS TO FACILITATE EHS MONITORING

EHS Inspection Checklists Prepared by Dr. Channa Bambaradeniya, International Environmental Specialist (SaLUT, Inc., USA) for Dohwa Engineering, Korea.

Environmental Inspection Checklist for Camp Sites

Camp Site: Date of Inspection:

Name of Inspector:

EHS Component Y/N Comments Has waste been segregated and disposed in separate bins?

Are the waste bins being emptied/cleaned on a regular basis?

Is waste being dumped to adjoining lands in camp boundary?

Are there any trash/garbage scattered in camp site?

Have weeds been cleared from camp grounds? Have clogged drains/ditches been cleared on a regular basis?

Any puddles/patches of rainwater in camp grounds?

Is used and unused construction material stored in camp grounds in an orderly manner?

Are used material (scrap metal, tires etc.) hauled offsite for recycling/reuse?

Any oil spills and/or other chemical spills observed in camp grounds?

Are there any activities that generate excessive noise at camp site?

Are there any activities that generate dust emissions at camp site?

Are the camp toilets maintained in a clean manner on a regular basis?

Are there any potable water leakages in camp site?

Additional Remarks/Comments:

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Environmental Inspection Checklist for Lot 2 River Systems

River Site: Date of Inspection:

Construction Activities:

Name of Inspector:

Environmental Component Y/N Comments Are there any silt fences and sediment traps established on either side of river bank?

Any visible signs of sedimentation of river from construction work?

Is there any bank erosion from construction work?

Are there any trash/garbage scattered in work site?

Are construction vehicles washed in the river? Are there any oil spills on river/river bank? Are there any excavations with stagnant water on either side of river banks?

Are there any portable toilets for workers at bridge construction worksite near river?

Any observations on dead fish, amphibians etc in river upstream/downstream areas?

Any instream dams or other physical barriers created to prevent sedimentation due to instream dredging/construction work?


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EHS Inspection Checklist for Quarry Sites

Quarry Site: Date of Inspection:

Name of Inspector:

EHS Component Y/N Comments Has a valid license been issued for quarry site?

Has top soil been removed and stored for reinstatement of quarry?

Has a buffer zone been established and demarcated between river channel and aggregate extraction pits?

Is there any extraction of aggregate directly from active river/stream channel bed?

Are there any interventions in place to minimize siltation of river/stream due to quarry operation? e.g., dikes, banks, gravel berms and silt traps/sedimentation ponds?

Are there any vehicles operating in the quarry site being washed/cleaned in the river?

Are there any trash/garbage scattered in quarry site by workers?

Are there any oil spills from aggregate extraction/transport vehicles operating in the quarry site?

Has a portable toilet and drinking water provided to workers?

Are workers wearing appropriate PPE?

Any complaints from local communities on inconveniences related to quarry operation?


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HANDOUT #11

Identifying Safety and Health Problems in the Workplace

Excerpted from Safe Jobs Now: An AFSCME Guide to Health and Safety in the Workplace.

Identifying health and safety problems can be as easy as answering basic questions. To determine if thereare health and safety problems that need to be addressed in your workplace, use these questions:

Do you or your co-workers have injuries or health complaints? If so, what types?

Who has been hurt or is having symptoms?

When do you or your co-workers feel these symptoms?

Where in the workplace are safety or health problems occurring?

What are the conditions that are causing problems?

HEALTH HAZARDS SAFETY HAZARDS

Common types of health hazards in the workplaceare:o Chemical (asbestos, solvents, chlorine)

o Biological (tuberculosis, HIV, hepatitis, molds)o Physical (noise, heat and cold, radiation, vibration)o Ergonomics or Repetitive Strain Injuries (carpal

tunnel syndrome, back injuries)o Psychological (stress)

Common types of safety hazards in the workplace are:o Slips, trips and falls

o Being caught in or struck by moving machinery or otherobjects

o Fire and explosionso Transportation and vehicle-related accidents

o Confined spaceso Violence

How health hazards enter your body:o Breathing (inhalation)o Swallowing (ingestion)o Skin (absorption)

o Cuts (injection)

Slips, Trips and Fallso Bad housekeeping and poor drainage can make floors and

other walking surfaces wet and slippery.o Electrical wires along the floor pose a tripping hazard.o You can fall if you are not provided with fall protection

equipment, guardrails, and safe ladders.

The harm caused by health hazards depends on:o Strength, or potency, of the agent.o Amount of the agent that is present.

o How long you are exposed to the agent.o Part of your body that is exposed.

Caught In or Struck By Moving Machinery/ObjectsMachinery can cause injuries in different ways:o You can get parts of your body caught in or struck by

exposed moving parts if machines are not properlyguarded, or not locked out when being repaired.

o You can be struck by flying objects from machines withoutprotective guards.

Types of health effects:o Acute: the effect shows up right away.o Chronic: problems show up after a long period of

exposure and/or long after the exposure ends.o Local: only the part of the body that was exposed

is affected.o Systemic: an agent enters the body and affects

other parts of the body.

Fire and Explosionso Improper labeling, handling or storage of certain materials

can pose a risk of fire or explosion.o Every workplace should have an evacuation plan for getting

people out of a building in case of fire and an alarm or alertsystem to quickly inform employees of an emergency.

o Every worker should be trained on what to do in case of anemergency.

Cancero Cancer is a term for many diseases in different

parts of the body.o Carcinogens are agents that cause cancer.

o There is no totally safe level of exposure tosomething that causes cancer.

o Cancer from a workplace exposure may develop10, 20 or more years after the exposure.

Transportation and Vehicle-Related Accidentso Operators of vehicles and equipment can be injured or

cause injury to pedestrians if equipment is unsafe or ifadequate training has not been provided.

o You can be seriously injured or killed after being hit by avehicle while repairing roads or doing other work in trafficzones. This danger exists when traffic is not properlyrouted and/or adequate barriers are not placed betweenthe workers and the traffic.

Reproductive effectso Both men and women can be affected by

reproductive hazards at work.o Reproductive hazards cause miscarriages and birth

defects.

Confined Spaceso A confined space is an area with small openings for a

worker to enter and exit and is not designed for regularwork. Examples of confined spaces include manholes,sewer digestors and silos. There are many hazards inconfined spaces.

o Workers can become unconscious and die from a lack ofoxygen.

o There may be too much oxygen, or other chemicals thatcan catch fire or explode.

o Poisonous gases and vapors, such as hydrogen sulfide orcarbon monoxide, may also build up in a confined space.

o Confined spaces can also pose physical hazards. They canbe very hot or cold, very loud, or slippery and wet.

o Grain, sand or gravel can bury a worker.

Sensitizationo You may become allergic or sensitive to some

agents you work with. Sensitization can developover time.

o For example, a health care worker may develop aserious allergic reaction to latex used in gloves.

Violenceo Violence on the job is a growing problem.o Homicides are the second leading cause of workplace

fatalities. Workplace violence includes physical assault aswell as near misses, verbal abuse and sexual harassment.

H&S Checklists Prepared by Dr. Channa Bambaradeniya, International Environmental Specialist (SaLUT,

Inc. USA) for Dohwa Engineering in Georgia

EMPLOYER SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM CHECKLIST � Do you have an active safety and health program in operation that deals with general safety and health program elements as well as the management of hazards specific to your worksite? � Is one person clearly responsible for the overall activities of the safety and health program? � Do you have a safety committee or group made up of management and labor representatives that meets regularly and report in writing on its activities? � Do you have a working procedure for handling in-house employee complaints regarding safety and health? � Are you keeping your employees advised of the successful effort and accomplishments you and/or your safety committee have made in assuring they will have a workplace that is safe and healthful? � Have you considered incentives for employees or workgroups who have excelled in reducing workplace injury/illnesses? Recordkeeping Checklist Check Relevant Questions Are all occupational injuries and illnesses, including those involving loss of life, loss

of consciousness, loss of time from work, and those requiring treatment other than first aid, recorded and maintained?

Are employee’s medical records and records of exposure to hazardous substances or harmful physical agents current?

Are all employees (full-time/part-time) provided general safety and specific job related safety training, and training records maintained?

Are safety inspections at work sites performed on a daily basis and checklists maintained?

Are detailed safety audits performed by an expert on a regular basis, and reported?

Are corrective actions to address health and safety issues documented and maintained?

Medical Services Checklist Check Relevant Questions Is there a hospital, clinic, or infirmary for medical care in proximity of your

workplace? Are there sufficient number of employees who are trained to respond to medical

emergencies, and render first-aid? Are medical personnel readily available on-site for advice and consultation on matters

of employees’ health? Are first-aid kits easily accessible to each work area, with necessary supplies

available, periodically inspected and replenished as needed? Are means provided (e.g., showers) for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and

body in areas where corrosive liquids or materials are handled? Are emergency phone numbers provided at work sites?

Is the on-site medical clinic maintained in a clean manner to treat patients?



HEALTH & SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR GENERAL WORK ENVIRONMENT Date: Location: Component Yes/No Are all worksites clean, sanitary, and orderly? Are work surfaces kept dry or appropriate means taken to assure the surfaces are slip-resistant?

Are all spilled hazardous materials or liquids, cleaned up immediately and according to proper procedures?

Is combustible scrap, debris and waste stored safely and removed from the worksite promptly?

Is metallic or conductive dust prevented from entering or accumulating on or around electrical enclosures or equipment?

Are covered metal waste cans used for oily and paintsoaked waste? Are all oil and gas fired devices equipped with flame failure controls that will prevent flow of fuel if pilots or main burners are not working?

Are all toilets and washing facilities clean and sanitary? Are all work areas adequately illuminated? Are pits and floor openings covered or otherwise guarded? Have all confined spaces been identified and evaluated for compliance?

Are oil/chemical containers stored properly in contained areas to avoid spillage?

Are there any exposed electric wires, plug points and sockets in work sites? Are employees following safe work practices in different work stations? Are employees using appropriate PPE during the execution of their work? Have warning signs been placed in areas of hazards? Additional Observations/Remarks/Comments:

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Name and Signature of Health & Safety Inspector:

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H&S Checklists Prepared by Dr. Channa Bambaradeniya, International Environmental Specialist (SaLUT, Inc. USA) for Dohwa Engineering in Georgia ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKLIST Component Yes/No Are employees instructed to make preliminary inspections and/or appropriate tests to determine what conditions exist before starting work on electrical equipment or lines?

When electrical equipment or lines are to be serviced, maintained or adjusted, are necessary switches opened, locked-out and tagged whenever possible?

Are portable electrical tools and equipment grounded or of the double insulated type?

Do extension cords being used have a grounding conductor? Are ground-fault circuit interrupters installed on each temporary 15 or 20 ampere, 120 volt AC circuit at locations where construction, demolition, modifications, alterations or excavations are being performed?

Are all temporary circuits protected by suitable disconnecting switches or plug connectors at the junction with permanent wiring?

Is exposed wiring and cords with frayed or deteriorated insulation repaired or replaced promptly?

Are flexible cords and cables free of splices or taps? Are clamps or other securing means provided on flexible cords or cables at plugs, receptacles, tools, equipment, etc., and is the cord jacket securely held in place?

Are all cord, cable and raceway connections intact and secure? In wet or damp locations, are electrical tools and equipment appropriate for the use or location or otherwise protected?

Are all disconnecting switches and circuit breakers labeled to indicate their use or equipment served?

Are all energized parts of electrical circuits and equipment guarded against accidental contact by approved cabinets or enclosures?

Is sufficient access and working space provided and maintained about all electrical equipment to permit ready and safe operations and maintenance?

Are all unused openings (including conduit knockouts) in electrical enclosures and fittings closed with appropriate covers, plugs or plates?

Are electrical enclosures such as switches, receptacles, and junction boxes, provided with tight-fitting covers or plates?

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H&S Checklists Prepared by Dr. Channa Bambaradeniya, International Environmental Specialist (SaLUT, Inc. USA) for Dohwa Engineering in Georgia

Machine Safety Checklist Item Yes/No Is there a regular program of safety inspection for machinery and equipment? Is all machinery and equipment clean and properly maintained? Is sufficient clearance provided around and between machines to allow for safe operation, setup, servicing, material handling, and waste removal

Is equipment and machinery securely placed and anchored when necessary to prevent tipping or other movement that could result in personal injury?

Is there a power shutoff switch within reach of the operator’s position at each machine?

Are the noncurrent-carrying metal parts of electrically-operated machines bonded and grounded?

Are foot-operated switches guarded or arranged to prevent accidental actuation by personnel or falling objects?

Are manually operated valves and switches that control the operation of equipment and machines clearly identified and readily accessible?

Are all emergency stop buttons colored red? Are all pulleys and belts (within seven feet of the floor or working level) properly guarded?

Are all moving chains and gears properly guarded? Are methods provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards created at the point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips, and sparks?

Are machinery guards secured and arranged so they do not present a hazard in their use?

If special hand tools are used for placing and removing material, do they protect the operator’s hands?

Are provisions made to prevent machines from automatically starting when power is restored following a power failure or shut-down?

Are fan blades protected with a guard having openings no larger than 1⁄2 inch when operating within seven feet of the floor?

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WELDING, CUTTING AND BRAZING SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Component Yes/No Are only authorized and trained personnel permitted to use welding, cutting or brazing equipment?

Are compressed gas cylinders regularly examined for obvious signs of defects, deep rusting, or leakage?

Is care used in handling and storing cylinders, safety valves, and relief valves to prevent damage?

Are all compressed gas cylinders secured in an upright position at all times? Are precautions taken to prevent the mixture of air or oxygen with flammable gases, except at a burner or in a standard torch?

Are cylinders kept away from sources of heat? Are empty cylinders appropriately marked and their valves closed? Are signs reading: DANGER—NO SMOKING, MATCHES, OR OPENLIGHTS, posted?

Are cylinders, cylinder valves, couplings, regulators, hoses, and apparatus kept free of oily or greasy substances?

Arc welding and cutting: Are frames of all arc welding and cutting machines grounded?

Are electrodes removed from the holders when not in use?

Is it required that electric power to the welder be shut off when no one is in attendance?

Is suitable fire extinguishing equipment available for immediate use? Are wet machines thoroughly dried and tested before being used? Are work and electrode lead cables frequently inspected for wear and damage, and replaced when needed?

Do means for connecting cable lengths have adequate insulation? When the object to be welded cannot be moved and fire hazards cannot be removed, are shields used to confine heat, sparks, and slag?

Before hot work is begun, are used drums, barrels, tanks, and other containers so thoroughly cleaned that no substances remain that could explode, ignite, or produce toxic vapors?

Are employees exposed to the hazards created by welding, cutting, or brazing operations protected with personal protective equipment and clothing?

Is there adequate ventilation in and where welding or cutting is performed? Remarks/Comments: .........................................................................................................................................................

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Prepared by Dr. Channa Bambaradeniya, International Environmental Specialist (SaLUT, Inc., USA) for

Dohwa Engineering, Korea.

Environmental Parameter Measurements Form

Parameter (Noise/PM/Vibration)

Monitoring Device Model and Serial #

Location

Land use near location (√) Residential Commercial Natural Agriculture

School Church Date and Time of Measurement

Road Construction Phase (√)

Pre-construction During Construction

Post Construction

Road Construction Activities near Location

Activities Unrelated to Road Construction

General Weather at Time of Measurement

Measurement Device Calibration Date & Time

Measurement Device Operation Time

Measurement Unit Distance From Road Center to measurement point (m)

Replicate Measurement Values

Average Measurement


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ANNEX V

RAPID ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF RIVERS AND

STREAMS UNDERNEATH BRIDGES IN ROAD LOT 1 AND LOT 2,

SECTION 1

Quarterly Environmental Monitoring Report (January – March, 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

RAPID ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF RIVERS AND STREAMS BENEATH BRIDGES AND VIADUCTS ALONG

KOBULETI ROAD SECTION 1 (0.0-12.4 KM)

Date of Inspection:

April 11, 2013

REA Conducted by:

Channa Bambaradeniya (International Environmental Specialist)

Rivers/Streams Inspected:

Bridge/Viaduct # Name of River/Stream PK-15 Unknown Stream PK-21 Natanebi River PK-46 Choloki River PK-69 Shavgele River PK-79 Ochkhamuri River PK-115 Unknown Stream PK-122 Unknown Stream

Inspection Areas at Each Bridge Location:

1. River/Stream channel underneath bridge/viaduct; 2. Upstream area (up to 100m from bridge location);

3. Downstream area (up to 200m from bridge location).

Summary of Environmental Issues Observed in Rivers and Streams Underneath Bridge Structures

Environmental Issues Status PK15 PK21 PK46 PK69 PK79 PK115 PK122

Bank Erosion (North bank) Mod High Low Low High Mod High Bank Erosion (South bank) Mod High Low Low High Mod High Channel Disturbance High Mod Low Low Mod High High Sedimentation/Siltation Mod Mod Low Low Low Low Mod Construction Debris Low Mod Low High High Low Mod Trash (Plastic/Tin/Other) Low Mod Low Mod Mod Mod Mod Water Pollution Mod - - - - - - Mod - Moderate

Recommendations to Improve Environmental Quality of Rivers and Streams

Bridge/Viaduct River/Stream Recommendations PK-15 Unknown Clean the oil contaminated material and soil in

stream bank beneath bridge. PK-21 Natanebi Clean the construction debris and trash beneath the

bridge; Strengthen and stabilize the river banks beneath

the bridge with revetments/gabions to prevent further erosion and scouring.

PK-46 Choloki Stabilize southern bank in downstream area near bridge and old road with artificial riprap and/or revetment/gabions.

PK-69 Shavgele Remove the old concrete pipes from underneath bridge area.

Remove trash beneath bridge. PK-79 Ochkhamuri Clean the construction debris and trash beneath the

bridge; Strengthen and stabilize the river banks beneath

the bridge with revetments/gabions to prevent further erosion and scouring.

PK-115 Unknown Stream Clean the construction debris and trash beneath the bridge.

Strengthen and stabilize stream bank beneath viaduct with boulders to prevent erosion.

Restore stream channel after completion of construction work.

PK-122 Unknown Stream Restore stream channel after completion of construction work.

Strengthen and stabilize stream bank beneath viaduct with boulders to prevent erosion.



Bridge #: PK-15 River/Stream Name: Unknown Stream

Photo 1: Underneath Bridge Photo 2: Upstream Area Stream 1

Photo 3: Upstream Area Stream 2 Photo 4: Downstream Area(visible Oil Spill on Surface)

Photo 5: Contaminated Material Leaking Oil Photo 6: Disturbed Stream Channel Closer to Bridge



Bridge #: PK-21 River/Stream Name: Natanebi River

Photo 1: PK 21 Bridge Photo 2: Underneath Bridge

Photo 3: Upstream Area Photo 4: Downstream Area

Photo 5: Unstable and Degraded Northern Bank Below Bridge with Waste Tire

Photo 6: Downstream Northern River Bank Erosion



Bridge #: PK-46 River/Stream Name: Choloki River

Photo 1: PK 46 Bridge and Overpass Photo 2: Underneath Bridge


Photo 5: Temporary Access Road Photo 6: Downstream Bank Erosion



Bridge #: PK-69 River/Stream Name: Shavgele River



Photo 5: Downstream Banks Photo 6: Downstream Fallow Areas and Pastureland



Bridge #: PK-79 River/Stream Name: Ochkhamuri River



Photo 5: Temporary Access Road Photo 6: Downstream Pastureland



Bridge/Viaduct #: PK-115 River/Stream Name: Unknown

Photo 1: PK 115 Viaduct Photo 2: Underneath Bridge


Photo 5: Temporary Access Road



Bridge/Viaduct #: PK-122 River/Stream Name: Unknown

Photo 1: PK 122 Viaduct and Temporary Access Road Photo 2: Underneath Bridge

Photo 3: Concrete Pipe Culvert (Temporary) Photo 4: Downstream Area

Photo 5: Box Culvert Under Construction (Upstream)

RAPID ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF

RIVERS AND STREAMS CROSSING KOBULETI

ROAD LOT 2 SECTION 1

Date of Inspection: July 18, 2013

Assessment Carried Out by

Channa Bambaradeniya (International Environmental Specialist)

Summary of Environmental Issues Observed in Rivers and Streams in Lot 2, Section 1 Road Section

Environmental Issues Status Achkva Kintrishi Kinkishi

Bank Erosion (North bank) Mod Mod High Bank Erosion (South bank) Mod Mod High Channel Disturbance Low Mod Mod Sedimentation/Siltation Mod Low High-Mod Construction Debris Low Low Low Trash (Plastic/Tin/Other) Low Low Low Pollutants entering river from construction related work

Low-Mod Low Mod

Mod - Moderate

Recommendations to Improve Environmental Quality of Rivers and Streams

River/Stream Recommendations Achkva Establish a silt fence and straw bale sediment trap on the stream

banks to prevent the entry of sediment and other pollutants through storm water runoff from bridge construction related earthworks.

Kintrishi Establish a silt fence and straw bale sediment trap on the stream banks to prevent the entry of sediment and other pollutants through storm water runoff from bridge construction related earthworks.

Strengthen and stabilize the river banks beneath the bridge with revetments/gabions to prevent erosion and scouring.

Fill the stagnant pool created by aggregate extraction in downstream northern bank with clean aggregate/ rocks and pebbles.

Test the surface water quality on a regular basis (e.g., monthly) during earthworks for bridge construction.

Carry out weekly inspections on worksites to ensure the adoption of proper work practices to avod the pollution of river.

Kinkishi Establish 2-3 silt fences and straw bale sediment trap (in layers) on the stream banks to prevent the entry of sediment and other pollutants through storm water runoff from bridge construction related earthworks.

Potential for aggregate material extraction from river channel could lead to high disturbance and sedimentation. If in-stream aggregate extraction is to be pursued, a site-specific quarry operation, management and restoration plan must be prepared and implemented.

Clean the oil pollution area on downstream southern bank Test the surface water quality on a regular basis (e.g., monthly)

during earthworks for bridge construction. Carry out weekly inspections on worksites to ensure the adoption of

proper work practices to avod the pollution of river.


Biannual Environmental Monitoring Report (July 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Achkwa River

Photo 1: Temporary culverts on bridge location Photo 2: Upstream area

Photo 3: Downstream area

Bridge/Viaduct #: Date of Inspection: 7/18/2013

Name of River/Stream: Achkva River

Stream/River Morphology at Bridge Location

Surrounding Landscape

Natural None

Man‐made Agricultural land (cornfields) and grazing areas

Bank 1 Vegetated Riparian Zone

Broad Moderate Narrow X Absent



Bank 1 (Direction...N......)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

Gradual Sloping

X Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low

Bank 2 (Direction.....S....)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

Gradual Sloping X Erosion

Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low

Instream Habitats Riffles Run X Pools Rock/ Islands

Stream Bed Silt/ Clay/ mud

X Sand/ Gravel

X Cobles Boulder/ Bedrock

Stream Vegetation

Submerged

Floating

Emergent

Level of Channel Disturbance High Moderate Low X

Sedimentation/Siltation High Moderate Low X

Construction Debris High Moderate Low X

Trash (plastic/tin/other) High Moderate Low X

Other Observations/Remarks on bridge location ecosystems and habitats

Water flow facilitated with 4 culverts. Earthwork in progress.


Name of River/Stream: Achkva

Stream/River Morphology in Upstream Area (up to 100m from Bridge)


Natural None






Bank 1 (Direction....N.....)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

X Gradual Sloping

X Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low

Bank 2 (Direction.....S.....)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping X

Gradual Sloping Erosion

Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low



X Sand/ Gravel


Stream Vegetation

Submerged

Floating

Emergent





Other Observations/Remarks on upstream ecosystems and habitats


Name of River/Stream: Achkva

Stream/River Morphology at Downstream Area (up to 200m from Bridge Location)


Natural None






Bank 1 (Direction....N.......)

Vertical/ Undercut

X Steeply Sloping

X Gradual Sloping

Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low

Bank 2 (Direction......S.....)

Vertical/ Undercut X

Steeply Sloping X


Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low



X Sand/ Gravel


Stream Vegetation Submerged

Floating

Emergent





Other Observations/Remarks on downstream ecosystems and habitats


Biannual Environmental Monitoring Report (July 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Kintrishi River

Photo 1: Bridge construction Photo 2: Upstream Area

Photo 3: Downstream area Photo 4: Pond created by aggregate extraction in downstream

Photo 5: Temporary bridge/road across river Photo 6: Northern bank in downstream degraded


Name of River/Stream: Kintrishi



Natural Riverine scrubland

Man‐made Agricultural land




Broad Moderate X Narrow Absent

Bank 1 (Direction....N......)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

X Gradual Sloping

Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low

Bank 2 (Direction......S....)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping X


Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low

Instream Habitats Riffles X Run X Pools Rock/ Islands


Sand/ Gravel

X Cobles X Boulder/ Bedrock

Stream Vegetation

Submerged X

Floating

Emergent

Level of Channel Disturbance High ModerateX

Low





Temporary access road and bridge constructed across river.










Broad Moderate X Narrow Absent

Bank 1 (Direction......N...)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

X Gradual Sloping

Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low

Bank 2 (Direction.......S..)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping


Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low



Sand/ Gravel


Stream Vegetation

Submerged X

Floating

Emergent

Level of Channel Disturbance High ModerateX

Low












Broad Moderate Narrow X Absent X


Broad Moderate X Narrow X Absent


Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

X Gradual Sloping

X Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low

Bank 2 (Direction......S....)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping X


Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low



Sand/ Gravel


Stream Vegetation

Submerged X

Floating

Emergent


Sedimentation/Siltation High ModerateX

Low X




Aggregate material extraction from river bank (north) has created a large pond of stagnant water. Signs of visible sedimentation in downstream area. Three water extraction wells for Kobuleti town located in downstream area.


Biannual Environmental Monitoring Report (Jan-June 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Kinkishi River

Photo 1: Upstream area Photo 2: Upstream aggregate extraction area

Photo 3: Temporary culverts and earthwork in river bank Photo 4: Downstream area with sedimentation

Photo 5: Downstream bank oil pollution Photo 6: Downstream material extraction and ponds


Biannual Environmental Monitoring Report (Jan-June 2013) DOHWA Engineering Co., Ltd. Korea

Photo 1: Kintrishi-Kinkisha Watershed Protection Area Photo 2: Water extraction well in downstream area

Photo 3: Water supply pipe crossing the downstream area Photo 4: Aggregate material deposited on bank


Name of River/Stream: Kinkishi River




Man‐made Agriculture


Broad Moderate Narrow Absent X



Bank 1 (Direction.....N....)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

Gradual Sloping

X Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low


Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping X


Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low



Sand/ Gravel


Stream Vegetation

Submerged

Floating

Emergent



Low




River flow facilitated with 4‐5 cylinder culverts.


Name of River/Stream: Kinkishi








Broad Moderate Narrow X Absent X

Bank 1 (Direction.....N....)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

Gradual Sloping

X Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low


Vertical/ Undercut X

Steeply Sloping X


Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated Low



Sand/ Gravel


Stream Vegetation

Submerged

Floating

Emergent

Level of Channel Disturbance High X

ModerateX

Low


Low




Instream aggregate extraction has taken place 100‐200m north of bridge location. Extensive earthworks on north bank. Should establish silt fence and sediment traps to avoid sediment and other pollutants from earthworks entering river. Construction vehicles wash mud directly in river, leading to sedimentation.


Name of River/Stream: Kinkishi










Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping

Gradual Sloping

X Erosion Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low

Bank 2 (Direction...S......)

Vertical/ Undercut

Steeply Sloping


Status

High

Moderate

Artificial riprap

Vegetated X Low

Instream Habitats Riffles Run x Pools Rock/ Islands


Sand/ Gravel

X Cobles x Boulder/ Bedrock

Stream Vegetation

Submerged

Floating

Emergent



Low




Heavy extraction of aggregate extraction in downstream area, with ponds of stagnant water in southern bank. Oil spill observed on southern bank about 50m from bridge construction location. Piles of soil/aggregate material on the edge of the river on southern bank. Water extraction tanks (3) for Kobuleti town located in downstream area.