NAMAGROEN EMPR Amendment.pdf - DLIST Benguela

Addendum to EMPR for Concessions 8(a), 9(a) and 8(b) 44Air Quality Status NegativeExceeding international standards Probabilityfor exhaust emissions of NOx, SOx,CO 2 , Volatile Organic Carbons(VOCs) from plant, or exceeding Confidencehealth and safety standards due to Extentdust generation during on-shoreoperations.DurationIntensitySignificanceImprobable; due to the limited use ofhydrocarbons, and close proximity to theshore.HighSite-specific to local; primarily confined tothe plant site, but extending beyond duringgravel transport.Short-term; dilution of emissions will berapid.NegligibleLowMitigation Measures and Management ActionsManagement actions should include:- Ensure that stringent waste management practices are in place at all times.- Maintain high safety standards and employ “good housekeeping” on the plant site.This should incorporate plans for emergencies.- Use appropriate fuel and oil storage containers, and regularly inspect theirintegrity. All containers must be bunded against accidental spillage.- Use drip trays and bunding where losses are likely to occur.- Dispose of waste fuel and oil into suitable containers for collection by Shell OilCompany on a regular basis for recycling.- Collect and dispose polluted soil at appropriate bio-remediation sites.4.3.8 Socio-economicsEmployment Status PositiveThe proposed dredging operations Probability Definitive; if project is implemented.and land-based processing will Confidence Highprovide employment for 34 people Extent Mostly local and national, limitedthereby boosting local economyinternational impact; employees aremostly South Africans.Duration Medium-term; for the “quick win”scenario.Long-term; if the project continues in thefuture.Intensity MildSignificance MediumNamagroen Prospecting & Investments October 2008