Appendix O2 - Biophysical Report.pdf - Zitholele.co.za

February 2011 124 12619ComponentPrimary ObjectiveTo ensure that the development minimises the potential impact to endangered species and their habitat.Core Criteria:Monitoring CriteriaAll construction areas should be demarcated prior to construction to ensure that the footprintof the impacts are limited (including areas where vehicles may traverse)No construction activity and disturbance will be permitted in the seasonal seepage zonewhere the red data birds were observed.Bird flappers are to be installed on all power lines in order to prevent bird collisions.Construction activities, people and vehicles will not be allowed outside of the areademarcated for construction.No hunting, snaring or collection of eggs will be allowed.If any Blue Crane nests or young are found, contact the Mpumalanga Parks Board forassistance. Also avoid the area at all cost (250m buffer)If adult birds are observed on site, avoid startling the birds, as they could fly into the alreadyexisting power lines.No animals/pets will be allowed in the construction site.Adhere to the ESKOM bird collision prevention guidelinePoisoning of any sort is strictly forbidden.Remove all food wastes daily and discard at a licensed waste facilityProvide vermin-proof bins for construction workersDesignate eating areas and prevent food and waste build upNo cooking fires will be permitted, the grassland is highly susceptible to veld fires and thesedestroy bird eggsSite Development Plan, EMPmonitoring and IntermittentobservationZITHOLELE CONSULTING