environmental impact assessment report
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environmental impact assessment report
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT PROPOSED NEW PROJECT FOR MANUFACTURING Synthetic Organic ChemicalsActivity: 5(f) Category- B Located at: Plot No. 1250, GIDC Notified Industrial Area, Sarigam, Dist-Valsad (Gujarat). EIA CONSULTANT ORGANIZATION UNISTAR ENVIRONMENT AND RESEARCH LABS PVT. LTD., VAPI – GUJARAT (NABET Accredited Consultant Organization, Sr. No. 160 in the List of ACO/Rev.36/ 5th November 2015 ) ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR The proposed project of mfg. of the synthetic organic chemicals Plastic and Paint Additives (Organic Phosphites) @300/ TPM and Organic Phosphates @150/ TPM Activity: 5(f) Category-B Located at: Plot No. 1250, GIDC Notified Industrial Area, Sarigam, Dist-Valsad (Gujarat). EIA CONSULTANT ORGANIZATION UNISTAR ENVIRONMENT AND RESEARCH LABS PVT. LTD., VAPI – GUJARAT (NABET Accredited Consultant Organization, Sr. No. 160 in the List of ACO/Rev.36/ 5th November 2015 ) Declaration by Experts contributing to the EIA of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals, GIDC, Sarigam, Dist.-Valsad (Gujarat) I, hereby, certify that I was a part of the EIA team in the following capacity that developed the above EIA. EIA Coordinator: Name: Mr. Haresh P. Joshi Signature & Date: 07/12/2015 Period of involvement: January -2015 to till obtaining clearance. Contact information: M/s. Unistar Environment And Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., White House, Near GIDC Office, Char Rasta, Vapi (Gujarat)-396195. Tel. No. : 0260-2433966, E-mail: [email protected] Functional Area Experts: **attached additional sheet, *See overleaf for the details Sr. Functional No. Areas 1 AP* 2 WP* 3 4 SHW* SE* 5 EB* 6 HG* 7 GEO* 8 SC* 9 AQ* 10 NV* 11 LU* 12 RH* Name of the experts Mr. Haresh .P. Joshi Mr. G.G.Thumar Mrs. Neelam J. Rohit Involvement (Period & Task**) March-2015 to May2015 March-2015 to May2015 Mr. Haresh .P. Joshi Mr. G.G.Thumar Mr. Manish Patel Dr. Shital Tamakuwala Mr. Arik Vasava March-2015 to May2015 Mr. Ranjan Maharaj March-2015 to May2015 March-2015 to May2015 March-2015 to May2015 March-2015 to May2015 March-2015 to May2015 March-2015 to May2015 Mrs. Neelam J. Rohit Mr. Mukesh Surolia Mr. Mukesh Surolia Mr. Ranjan Maharaj Mr. Haresh .P. Joshi Mr. Manish Patel Mr. G.G.Thumar Mr. Vipul Thanki Signature& Date March-2015 to May2015 Mrs. Neelam J. Rohit March-2015 to May2015 -- March-2015 to May- -2015 M/s. UniStar Environment and Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi A Contributed as “Team Member” in the project: Sr. Name of the Functional Areas No. Team Member Mr Jaivik Tandel Mr. Kirit Mistry 1. AP Mr. Manish Patel Mrs. Kamini Prajapati 2. 3. WP SHW Mrs. Sejal Patel Mr. Jaivik Tandel Mr. Bhavin Patel Mrs. Sejal Patel Mr. Kamlesh Joshi Mr. Mayur Patel Involvement (Period & Task**) March-2015 to May-2015 March-2015 to May-2015 March-2015 to May-2015 Mrs. Manisha A. Vasava 4. SE March-2015 to May-2015 Mr. Bhavin Patel 5. HG March-2015 to May-2015 Mr. Nitin Tandel 6. SC March-2015 to May-2015 Mr. Kirit Mistry 7. AQ March-2015 to May-2015 Mr. Vipul Thanki 8. 9. V (of NV) RH March-2015 to May-2015 Mrs. Sejal Patel Mr. Manish Patel Mr. Mayur Patel M/s. UniStar Environment and Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi March-2015 to May-2015 B Declaration by the Head of the Accredited Consultant Organization I, Haresh P. Joshi, hereby, confirm that the above mentioned experts prepared the EIA of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals, GIDC, Sarigam, Dist.-Valsad (Gujarat), I also confirm that I shall be fully accountable for any misleading information mentioned in this statement. Signature: Name: Haresh P. Joshi Designation: Managing Director Name of the EIA Consultant Organization: Unistar Environment and Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. NABET Re-accreditation Letter No.- NABET/EIA/RA021/092 , Dated: 14-10-2014. M/s. UniStar Environment and Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi C Involvement and task of the Functional Area Experts S. No. 1 2 3 Functional Areas AP* WP* SHW* Name of the experts / associates / team member Mr. Haresh .P. Joshi Mr Jaivik Tandel* Mr. Kirit Mistry* Mr. Manish Patel* Mrs. Kamini Prajapati* Mr. G.G.Thumar Mrs. Neelam J. Rohit Mr. Manish Patel@ Mrs. Kamini Prajapati@ Mrs. Sejal Patel * Mr. Jaivik Tandel* Task Air pollution monitoring. Meteorological parameter measurement. Identification & assessment of quantum of emission and its Mitigation measures. Water Quality monitoring network designing. Sampling of water samples (surface and ground water). Monitoring of water quality. Water Balance, budgeting and water conservation. Identification & assessment of quantum of water pollution and its Mitigation measures. ETP Suggestion. Mr. Bhavin Patel* Mr. Haresh .P. Joshi Mr. G.G.Thumar Mr. Manish Patel @ Mrs. Sejal Patel * Mr. Kamlesh Joshi* Identification of hazardous and non hazardous wastes. Reuse and recycling of solid wastes. Handling and disposal of Non- Hazardous solid waste & Hazardous waste. Mr. Mayur Patel* Dr. Shital Tamakuwala 4 SE* Mr. Arik Vasava@ Mrs. Manisha A. Vasava* 5 EB* Mr. Ranjan Maharaj 6 7 HG* GEO* Mrs. Neelam J. Rohit Mr. Mukesh Suroliya Mr. Bhavin Patel* Mr. Mukesh Surolia 8 SC Mr. Ranjan Maharaj M/s. UniStar Environment and Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi Baseline socio economic survey(Interviews, Questionnaires, focused group discussion) Evaluation of Socio economic development status of the area. Enterprise social commitment provisions. CSR Activity planning. Conducted Ecological survey & preparation of status report. Application of taxonomy in resource inventory (Flora & Fauna) List of species animals and plants report. Identification & assessment of ecological impact due to proposed project and its Mitigation measures. Hydrological studies & analysis preparation of drainage patterns of the study area. Analysis and description of aquifer characteristics. Preparation of water budget details. Rain water harvesting proposal to recharge borewells. Geology & Geomorphologic analysis and preparation of maps. Sampling analysis & characterization of soil quality. Soil pollution & contaminated soil probability and D its mitigation measures. AQ* 9 Mr. Haresh .P. Joshi Mr. Manish Patel @ Mr. Kirit Mistry* NV* 10 Mr. G.G.Thumar Mr. Vipul Thanki@ LU* Mrs. Neelam J. Rohit 11 RH 12 Mrs. Sejal Patel* Mr. Manish Patel* Mr. Mayur Patel* Ambient Air Quality monitoring network designing. Processing of micrometeorological data for using in model. Air quality modelling through ISC- Aermod for proposed prediction of impact due to proposed installation of D.G. Sets. Monitoring of noise levels of the project site and surrounding area. Assessment of noise level and vibration potential due to proposed project and its mitigation measures. Secondary data collection from Organisation (Govt & Private). Preparation of topographical maps (SRTM Data). Analysis of Data related to Land use pattern and Preparation of Land use map using GIS tools and its classifications. Verification of present status by visiting the site and surrounding area. Identification of hazards due to proposed project. Identification of hazardous substances in the proposed project. Preparation of risk assessment report and onsite emergency plan. @ : Working as Associate Functional area experts. * : Contributed as Team Member under able guidance and are our proposed experts / associates. S. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Functional Area Code AP WP SHW SE EB HG GEO SC AQ NV LU RH Complete name of the Functional Areas Air Pollution Prevention, Monitoring & Control Water Pollution Prevention, Control & Prediction of Impacts Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management Socio-Economics Ecology and Biodiversity Hydrology, Ground Water & Water Conservation Geology Soil Conservation Meteorology, Air Quality Modelling& Prediction Noise/ Vibration Land Use Risk Assessment & Hazard Management M/s. UniStar Environment and Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi E PREFACE The trend of the industrial development in the India has shown the tremendous rise in its frequency and quantum. It has become the most essential phenomenon of the development of India. Because of the increasing industrialization many problems have shouted immediate attention towards the consequence of the problems. If attention to these problems is not given on priority basis, the future of our offspring will be horrible. To ensure better living on Earth, it has become essential to look deep in to the problems arising due to the industrialization & allied development. Each and every country facing the similar problem and hence it has become a Global issue. So, what is needed is, the clarity and presence of mind to be able to strike a proper balance between these developmental process and ecology; i.e. establishment or up-gradation of one should not lead to the degradation of other. To control the negative impact at the source is better, as Environmental problems have cumulative impact so, redemption at a later stage will lead to considerably high costs and irreversible damages. After all, there is only one world or mankind which if ruined poses a great threat to man’s continuing existence. Keeping in mind, MoEF, Delhi has published a notification vide SO 1533, dated 14th Sept 2006 regarding the necessity & applicability of Environmental Clearance for many industrial or developmental activity. This notification is intended to encourage productive and enjoyable harmony between man and his environment. The act has brought about a profound impact on actions affecting the environment by requiring environmental considerations to be included in decision making, process covering number of projects and activities. Specifically, MoEF requires each agency to prepare a detailed statement of Environmental impact before proceeding with any major action that may significantly affect the quality of the human Environment. Especially the project or activity covered under Schedule of the notification SO 1533 are required to prepare an EIA report to get Prior EC before implementation of the project activity. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals proposes a new unit manufacturing of “Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites and Organic Phosphates” – serving India’s customers, as well as to international markets. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals is located in GIDC area of Sarigam of Valsad District. The present study of Environmental Impact Assessment has been conducted for the purpose of obtaining EC for proposed new project of Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals and this report is being presented to depict the details of the environment, proposed new project and associated issues which are revealed during the study. Any error detected in the report is due to oversight and unintentional. All efforts will be made to cover-up the shortcomings and remove the errors from the report. In process of compiling this report, we were earnestly supported & helped by individuals of Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals& various departments of Government. We are grateful to all of them as well as our team members who have worked hard to successfully complete this EIA study. Haresh P. Joshi MD & EIA Coordinator Unistar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi Date: 07th December 2015 Place: Sarigam Page | I INDEX CHAPTER- 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 GENERAL…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1.1.1 About The Company………………………………………………………………………………………… 1.1.2 About Proponents ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 1.2 PROPOSED PROJECT…………………………………………………………………………………………….... 1.2.1 Nature & Type of Project………………………………………………………………………………….. 1.2.2 Products & Capacity of Project……………………………………………………………………….... 1.2.3 Project Location……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1.2.4 Regulatory Framework……………………………………………………………………………………… 1.3 TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR EIA STUDY…………………………………………………………………… 1.4 NEED & SCOPE OF EIA STUDY…………………………………………………………………………………. 1.4.1 Need of EIA Study………………………………………………………………………....................... 1.4.2 Public Hearing………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1.4.3 Scope & Objective of EIA Study………………………………………………………………………… 1.5 APPROACH & METHODOLOGY OF EIA STUDY………………………………………………………… 1.6 STRUCTURE OF EIA REPORT……………………………………………………………………………………. 1-1 1-1 1-1 1-1 1-1 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-4 1-4 1-4 1-6 1-9 CHAPTER -2: DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT 2.1 HIGHLIGHT OF PROJECT…………………………………………………………………………………………. 2.1.1 PROPOSED PRODUCTS……………………………………………………………………………………… 2.1.2 JUSTIFICATION OF PROJECT……………………………………………………………………………… 2.1.3 PROJECT SITE……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2.2 RESOURCE REQUIREMENT…………………………………………………………………………………..... 2.2.1 LAND &BUILDINGS………………………………………………………………………………………..... 2.2.2 WATER……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.2.3 ENERGY,FUEL & POWER ………………………………………………………………………………….. 2.2.4 PLANT & MACHINERY………………………………………………………………………………….…… 2.2.5 HUMAN RESOURCE………………………………………………………………………………………..… 2.2.6 CAPITAL………………………………………………………………………………………………………….... 2.3 DESCRIPTION OF PROCESS & ALLIED DETAILS………………………………………………………… 2.3.1 Raw materials ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2.3.2 Manufacturing Process…………………………………………………………………………………….. 2.4 POLLUTION POTENTIAL & CONTROL MEASURES……………………………………………………. 2.4.1 Air Pollution Sources & Control……………………………………………………………………..…. 2.4.2 Wastewater Generation & Management……………………………………………………….... 2.4.3 Solid & Hazardous Waste Generation & Management……………………………………… 2.4.4 Noise & Vibration Generation & Control………………………………………………………….. 2.4.5 Greenbelt Development & Rainwater Harvesting………………………………………….…. 2.5 Occupationall Health & Safety………….......................................................................... 2.5.1 Hazardous Materials & Their Management………………………………………………………. 2.5.2 Occupational Health Management…………………………………………………………………… 2-1 2-3 2-3 2-4 2-6 2-6 2-8 2-9 2-10 2-11 2-11 2-12 2-12 2-12 2-16 2-16 2-17 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-19 2-19 2-21 Page | II CHEPTER-3: DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIONMENT 3.1 GENERAL………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.1.1 Purpose & Objective Of Baseline Study…………………………………………………………….. 3.1.2 APPROACH & METHODOLOGY OF BASELINE STUDY…………………………………………. 3.1.2.1 Study Area ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.1.2.2 Sampling & Monitoring Location……………………………………………………………….. 3.1.2.3 Study Period & Frequency of Sampling………………………………………………………. 3.1.2.4Method of Sampling………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2 DESCRIPTION OF BASELINE ENVIRONMENT STATUS………………………………………………. 3.2.1 Land Environment…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.1.1Geological Features…………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.1.2 Topographical Features………………………………………………………………………………. 3.2.1.3 Seismology………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.1.4 Land Use/Land Cover………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.1.5 Soil Quality………………………………………………………………………............................ 3.2.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT……………………………………………………………………………………. 3.2.2.1 Geohydrology…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.2.2 Water Quality of Study Area…………………………………………………………………….… 3.2.3 MICRO METEOROLOGY ……………………………………………………………………………………... 3.2.3.1 Humidity…………………………………………………………………………………………………..… 3.2.3.2Temperature………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3.2.3.3Rainfall……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.3.4 Mixing Height……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.2.3.5 Wind Pattern………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3.2.4 AIR ENVIRONMENT…………………………………………………………………………………………... 3.2.5 AMBIENT NOISE………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.6 ECOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT …………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.6.1 Flora of the Sudy Area………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.6.2 Fauna of the Study Area……………………………………………………………………………… 3.2.7 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT…………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.7.1 Demography………………………………………………………….......................................... 3.2.7.2 Literacy………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3.2.7.3 Occupational Structure……………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.7.4 Public Amenities …….…………………………………………………………………………….. 3.2.7.5 Socio-Economic Indicators……………………………………………………………………………. 3-1 3-1 3-2 3-2 3-3 3-7 3-8 3-8 3-9 3-9 3-10 3-12 3-12 3-16 3-18 3-18 3-19 3-22 3-22 3-22 3-22 3-22 3-22 3-25 3-26 3-27 3-29 3-35 3-40 3-41 3-42 3-43 3-44 3-46 CHAPTER-4: ANTICIPATED IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES 4.1 GENERAL………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.1.1 Phases of Impacts Assessment Study……………………………………………………………….. 4.1.2 Environmental Attributes & Parameter…………………………………………………………….. 4.1.3 Major Considerations……………………………………………………………………………………….. 4.2 IDENTIFICATION OF IMPACTING ACTIVITIES & PROBABLE IMPACTS……….……………… 4.2.1 Impacting Activities…………………………..……………………………………………………………… 4.2.2 Types & Nature of Impacts……………………………………………………………………………….. 4.3 DESCRIPTION OF ANTICIPATED IMPACTS & MITIGATIONS….………………………………….. 4-1 4-1 4-2 4-3 4-6 4-6 4-7 4-8 Page | III 4.3.1 Land Environment……………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.3.1.1 Mitigation Measures……………………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.2 Water Environment…………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.3.2.1 Anticipated Impacts…………………………………………………………………………………..… 4.3.2.2 Mitigation Measures……………………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.3 Air Environment………………………………………..…………………………………………………….... 4.3.3.1 Anticipated Impacts……………………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.3.2 Mitigation Measures……………………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.4 Ecological Environment…………………………………………………………………………………….. 4.3.4.1 Anticipated Impacts…………………………………………………………………………………….. 4.3.4.2 Mitigation Measures………………………………………………………………………………….... 4.3.5 Socio-Economic Environment……………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.5.1 Anticipated Impacts ……………………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.5.2 Mitigation Measures……………………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.6 Noise & Vibration………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.6.1 Anticipated Impacts…………………………………………………………………………………….. 4.3.6.2 Mitigation Measures……………………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.7 Occupational Health & Safety……………………………………………………………………………. 4.3.7.1 Anticipated Impacts…………………………………………………………………………………….. 4.3.7.2 Mitigation Measures……………………………………………………………………………………. 4.4 EVALUATION OF IMPACTS……………………………………………………………………………………… 4-8 4-10 4-11 4-11 4-13 4-13 4-13 4-24 4-24 4-25 4-26 4-27 4-27 4-28 4-29 4-29 4-30 4-31 4-31 4-32 4-33 CHAPTER-5: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM 5.1 GENERAL………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5.1.1 Objective of Environmental Monitoring Program…………………………………………….. 5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM………………………………………………………….. 5.2.1 Environmental Attributes & Locationof Sampling…………………………………………….. 5.2.2 Environmental Monitoring Parameters & Schedule………………………………………….. 5.2.3 Environmental Monitoring Methods………………………………………………………………... 5.2.4 Report& Documentation…………………………………………………………………………………. 5.2.5 Budgetary Provisions………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-1 5-1 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-4 5-4 5-5 CHAPTER-6: ADDITIONAL STUDIES 6.1 GENERAL………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.2 PUBLIC CONSULTATION…………………………………………………………………………………………. 6.3 RISK ASSESSMENT& DISASTER MANAGEMENT……………………………………………………... 6.3.1 Hazard Identification……………………………………………………………………………………….. 6.3.2 Identification of Hazardous Area………………………………………………………………………. 6.3.3 Failure Frequencies……………………………………………………………………………………..…… 6.3.4CONSEQUENCE ANALYSIS & CONTROL MEASURES…………………………………………... 6.3.4.1 Consequence Analysis of PCl3……………………………………………………………………… 6.3.4.2 Consequence Analysis of Hydrogen Chloride………………………………………………. 6.3.4.3 Consequence Analysis of POCl3…………………………………………………………………… 6.3.5 Emergency Response Guideline……………………………………………………………………………. 6.3.5.1 Emergency Response Guidelines for Phenol…………………………………………………. 6.3.5.2 Emergency Response Guidelines for PCI3……………………………………………………… 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-2 6-2 6-3 6-5 6-5 6-6 6-7 6-9 6-9 6-15 Page | IV 6.3.5.3 Emergency Response Guidelines for POCI3……………………………………………………. 6.3.5.4 Emergency Response Guidelines for Butanol…………………………………………………. 6.3.5.5 Emergency Response Guidelines for Cresol……………………………………………………. 6.3.5.6 Emergency Response Guidelines for Ethyl hexanol-2…………………………………….. 6.3.5.7 Emergency Response Guidelines Diesel………………………………………………………….. 6.4 SOCIAL STUDY AND R & R ACTION PLAN……………………………………………………………….. 6-20 6-25 6-28 6-32 6-33 6-36 CHAPTER-7: PROJECT BENEFITS 7.1 IMPROVEMENT IN INFRASTRUCTURES…………………………………………………………………… 7.2 EMPLOYMENT POTENTIAL………………………………………………………………………..……………. 7.3 OTHER TANGIBLE & INTANGIBLE BENIFITS……………………………………………………………… 7-1 7-1 7-1 CHAPTER-8: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 8.1 GENERAL……………………………………………………………………………………………….................... 8.1.1 Source & Significance of Considered Impacts……………………………………………………. 8.1.2 Objective & Scope of EMP……………………………………………………………………………… 8.2 Environment Management Cell…………………………………………………………………………….. 8.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN……………………………………………………………….. 8.3.1 Air Pollution Sources & Control …………………..………………………………………………….. 8.3.2 WasteWater Generation &Management.……………………………………………………….. 8.3.3 Hazardous & Non-Hazardous waste Management…………………………………………… 8.3.4 Noise & Vibration Generation & control…………………………………………………………… 8.3.5 Protection of Ecological Feature……………………………………………………………………….. 8.3.6 Hazardous/Non-Hazardous Material Management…………………………………………… 8.3.7 Occupational Health & Safety ………………………………………………………………………….. 8.4 Other Important EMP…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8.4.1 Cleaner Production Action…………………………………………………………………………….… 8.4.1.1 Resource Recovery, Reuse/ Recycle & Conservation…………………………………. 8.4.1.2 Energy conservation…………………………………………………………………………………… 8.4.2 Greenbelt Development………………………………………………………………………………..… 8.4.3 Socio-Economic Welfare and CSR……………………………………………………………………….. 8.4.4 Reporting…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8-1 8-1 8-5 8-6 8-7 8-8 8-10 8-12 8-13 8-15 8-16 8-18 8-20 8-20 8-20 8-21 8-22 8-24 8-26 CHAPTER-9: SUMMARY & CONCLUSION 9.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION…………………………………………………………………………………………... 9.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT & BASELINE ENVIRONMENT STATUS……………………... 9.3 ANTICIPATED ENVIROMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES…………………………... 9.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM……………………………………………………………….. 9.5 ADITIONAL STUDY………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9.6 PROJECT BENEFITS……………………….………………………………………………………………………… 9.7 ENVIROMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN…………………………………………………………………... 9.8 CONCLUSION…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9-1 9-3 9-5 9-6 9-7 9-7 9-7 9-11 CHAPTER-10: DISCLOSURE OR CONSULTANT ENGAGED 10.1 ABOUT UNISTAR ENVIRONMENT AND RESEARCH LABS PVT. LTD…………………………. 10-1 Page | V LIST OF ANNEXURE ANNEXURE I Compliance with Awarded TOR ANNEXURE II Input & output of APM ANNEXURE III Meteorological data ANNEXURE IV Environmental Methods ANNEXURE V GIDC Plot Allotment Letter ANNEXURE VI Other Documents Related & Proposed Project ANNEXURE VII CSR Activity Chart for Proposed Project ANNEXURE VIII Treatability report of Proposed ETP Annexure IX Manufacturing Process ANNEXURE X Undertaking (for not diggingbore well ) ANNEXURE XI Disaster Management Plan ANNEXURE XII MSDS In CD ANNEXURE XIII End use of the products of ANNEXURE XIV Hazardous characteristics and toxicity of raw material Page | VI LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1.1 Figure 2.1 Figure 2.2 Figure 2.3 Figure 2.4 Figure 3.1 Figure 3.2 Figure 3.3 Figure 3.4 Figure 3.5 Figure 3.6 Figure 3.7 Figure 3.8 Figure 3.9 Figure 3.10 Figure 3.11 Figure 3.12 Figure 3.13 Figure 3.14 Figure 3.15 Figure 3.16 Figure 4.1 Figure 4.2 Figure 4.3 Figure 4.4 Figure 4.5 Figure 4.6 Figure 8.1 Approach & Methodology of EIA Study………………………………………………….… Map of Project Site……………………………………………………………………………….... Plant Layout……………………………………………………………………………………………. Site Plan…………………………………………………………………………………………………. Water Balance Diagram…………………………………………………………..……………… Base Map of Study Area…………………………………………………………………………. Sampling & Monitoring Locations Map (5 km)……………………………………….. Digital Terrain Model of Study Area (10 km)………………………………………….. Topographic Map of Study Area (10 km)………………………………………………… Landuse area of 10 km radius of Study Area…………………………………………… Satellite (Bhuvan 2D) Image of Study Area……………………………………………… LULC Map of Study Area………………………………………………………………………… Wind Frequency Distribution Chart……………………………………………………….. Wind Rose Diagram………………………………………………………………………………… Forest Cover of Study Area…………………………………………………………………….. Total population of Study Area………………………………………………………………. Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes…………………………………………………... Literacy details……………………………………………………………………………………….. Occupational Layouts…………………………………………………………………………….. Main Workers………………………………………………………………………………………… Marginal Workers…………………………………………………………………………………… Estimated Mixing Height Profile of Study Area……………………………………….. Contour of Predicted Incremental GLC of PM10……………………………………… Contour of Predicted Incremental GLC of SOX……………………………………………………………… Contour of Predicted Incremental GLC of NOX…………………………………………………………….. Contour of Predicted Incremental GLC of HCl…………………………………….. Figure: Graph of 1st highest 24 Hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction……….. Environment Management Cell………………………………………………………………. 1-6 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-18 3-5 3-6 3-10 3-11 3-14 3-14 3-15 3-23 3-24 3-28 3-41 3-42 3-42 3-43 3-43 3-44 4-17 4-19 4-20 4-21 4-22 4-23 8-7 Page | VII LIST OF TABLE Table 1.1 Table 2.1 Table 2.2 Table 2.3 Table 2.4 Table 2.5 Table 2.6 Table 2.7 Table 2.8 Table 2.9 Table 2.10 Table 2.11 Table 2.12 Table 3.1 Table 3.2 Table 3.3 Table 3.4 Table 3.5 Table 3.6 Table 3.7 Table 3.8 Table 3.9 Table 3.10 Table 3.11 Table 3.12 Table 3.13 Table 3.14 Table 3.15 Table 3.16 Table 3.17 Table 3.18 Table 3.19 Table 3.20 Table 3.21 Table 3.22 Table 3.23 Table 3.24 Table 3.25 Table 3.26 Table 3.27 Table 3.28 List of Promoters………………………………………………………………………………………… Highlight of Project…………………………………………………………………………………….. List of Products & Byproducts with Capacity………………………………………………. Area Statement For The Plant Premises……………………………………………………… Breakup Of Water Requirement…………………………………………………………………. Energy, Fuel & Power Requirement……………………………………………………………. Major Machineries & Equipment………………………………………………………………… Human Resource Requirement………………………………………………………………….. Capital Cost………………………………………………………………………………………………… Product Wise Raw Material Requirement………………………………………………….. Details of Utility Emission & Control Measures…………………………………………… Details of Wastewater Generation……………………………………………………………… Details of Solid/Hazardous Waste Generation & Management…………………… Salient Features of Project Area (10 Km)…………………………………………………….. Sampling & monitoring Locations (Study Area - 5 Km)………………………………… Frequency of Environmental Monitoring……………………………………………………. Method of Environmental Sampling & Analysis………………………………………….. Land use area details for (10 km Radius)…………………………………………………….. Details of Soil sampling locations……………………………………………………………….. Soil Quality of Study Area (6th April 2015)………………………………………………….. Hydrogeological well Inventory of the existing well around the site…………… Details of Water Sampling Locations…………………………………………………………… Surface water Quality of Study Area…………………………………………………………... Ground water Quality of Study Area…………………………………………………………... Wind Frequency Distribution Data……………………………………………………………… Ambient Air Monitoring Locations……………………………………………………………… Ambient Air Quality of Study Area………………………………………………………………. Ambient Air Monitoring Locations………………………………………………………………. Ambient Noise Level in Study Area…………………………………………………………….. List of Major Flora………………………………………………………………………………………. List of Wildly Occurring Flora………………………………………………………………………. List of fauna recorded from Forest Department…………………………………………. Population Details (2011)……………………………………………………………………………. Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes…………………………………………………… Literacy Details (2011)………………………………………………………………………………… Occupational Layouts…………………………………………………………………………………. Marginal Workers……………………………………………………………………………………….. Amenities of Study Area-Education……………………………………………………………. Amenities of Study Area-Drinking & Irrigation Water…………………………………. Amenities of Study Area-Communication & Transport……………………………….. Amenities of Study Area-Bank, Approach Roads & Electricity…………………….. 1-1 2-1 2-3 2-6 2-9 2-9 2-10 2-11 2-11 2-12 2-17 2-18 2-18 3-3 3-4 3-7 3-8 3-13 3-16 3-17 3-18 3-19 3-20 3-21 3-23 3-25 3-25 3-26 3-27 3-29 3-30 3-36 3-41 3-41 3-42 3-43 3-44 3-44 3-45 3-45 3-45 Page | VIII Table 4.1 (a) Table 4.1 (b) Table 4.2 Table 4.3 Table 4.4 Table 4.5 Table 4.6 Table 4.7 Table 4.8 Table 4.9 Table 4.10 Table 4.11 Table 5.1 Table 5.2 Table 5.3 Table 6.1 Table 6.2 Table 6.3 Table 6.4 Table 8.1 Table 9.1 Table 9.2 Table 9.3 Impacting Activities Of Proposed Project…………………………………………………. Type & Nature of Identified Impacts………………………………………………………… Details of Source Input…………………………………………………………………………….. Details of Emission Input…………………………………………………………………………. Details of Receptors Input……………………………………………………………………….. Summarized Details of Meteorological Input…………………………………………… Predicted Ambient Air Quality…………………………………………………………………. Predicted Ambient Air Quality…………………………………………………………………. Matrix Evaluation for proposed project without mitigation measures (Construction Phase)……………………………………………………………………………….. Matrix Evaluation for proposed project with mitigation measures (Construction Phase)……………………………………………………………………………….. Matrix Evaluation for proposed project without mitigation measures (Operation Phase)……………………………………………………………………………………. Matrix Evaluation for proposed project with mitigation measures (Operation Phase)……………………………………………………………………………………. Monitoring Points/Locations & Components………………………………………….. Environmental Monitoring Parameters & Schedule………………………………… Budgetary Provisions for EMS…………………………………………………………………. Details of raw materials of proposed project………………………………………….. Identification of Hazardous Raw Materials as per MSIHC Rules (2000)…….. Typical failure frequencies………………………………………………………………………. Failure Rates for Pressure Storage/Transfer…………………………………………… Environment Management Cell……………………………………………………………….. List of Products & Byproducts with Capacity…………………………………………… Details of Environmental sampling frequency…………………………………………… Details of Environment Monitoring Program……………………………………………… 4-7 4-8 4-15 4-15 4-16 4-16 4-18 4-18 4-36 4-37 4-38 4-39 5-2 5-3 5-5 6-2 6-3 6-4 6-4 8-7 9-1 9-4 9-6 Page | IX SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates CHAPTER: 01 INTRODUCTION 1.1. GENERAL 1.1.1. About The Company M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals is located at Plot No. 1250, GIDC, Sarigam – 396155. Tal. Umbergaon, Dist. Valsad. The company has acquired adequate plot in the notified industrial estate of Sarigam hence no other land outside of the industrial estate is required. The company proposes to manufacture products under the category “Synthetic Organic chemicals” (Organic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates). Business for the product has bright future and lucrative in various region of India and abroad. The company has been promoted by four promoters and the company will start its operation of the unit after obtaining the EC and other statutory clearances/ consents/ permissions. 1.1.2. About Proponent The company is a partnership firm and is promoted by four partners. The details related to them are given below: Table 1.1: List of Promoters Sr. No. Name of Directors 1. Mr. Kantilal M. Koli 2. 3. 4. 1.2. Mrs. Sandhya K. Koli Mr. Snehal K. Patel Mr. Smit K. Patel Residential Address Plot No. 203 & 204, Residential Bunglow Area, Sauravh Society, GIDC, Vapi – 396195.Dist. Valsad (Gujarat). Plot No. 203 & 204, Residential Bunglow Area, Sauravh Society, GIDC, Vapi – 396195.Dist. Valsad (Gujarat). Plot No. 203 & 204, Residential Bunglow Area, Sauravh Society, GIDC, Vapi – 396195.Dist. Valsad (Gujarat). Plot No. 203 & 204, Residential Bunglow Area, Sauravh Society, GIDC, Vapi – 396195.Dist. Valsad (Gujarat). PROPOSED PROJECT 1.2.1. Nature & Type of Project M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals proposes to establish their product manufacturing unit at Plot No. 1250, GIDC, Sarigam – 396155. Tal. Umbergaon, Dist. Valsad. (Gujarat) India. The proposed new project involves the production of “Plastic & Paint additives & Organic phosphates” which are Synthetic Organic Chemicals, For the proposed new project, the company intends to procure the available latest technology for manufacturing the proposed products. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates As per the EIA notification‐ 2006 as amended the proposed new project involves the production of “Plastic & Paint additives & Organic phosphates” which falls under item no. “5(f) – Synthetics organic Chemicals industries as per the EIA notification- 2006, hence required Prior Environmental Clearance. 1.2.2. Products & Capacity of Project The unit is a new project proposed for manufacturing of the synthetic organic chemicals (Organic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates) at rate of 1011.40 MT per Month. These chemicals groups includes following products. Plastic and Paint Additives (Organic Phosphite): Tri Phenyl Phosphite, Diphenyl Isodecyl phoshite, 2-Hexyl Diphenyl phosphite, Phenyl Di-IsodecylPhosphite, Tri –DecylPhosphite, Tri TrisdecylPhosphite, TrisNonyl Phenyl Phosphite, Diphenyyl Tridecyl Phosphite (DPTDP), Tetra Phenyl Dipropylene Glycol Phosphite (THOP), Poly (Dipropylene Glycol) Phenyl Phosphite (DHOP), 4,4-Isopropylidene bis (diisodecyl Phenyl Phosphite), Distearyl pentaerythritol Diphosphite (DPEDP), Tris ( 2,4 ditert butylphenyl) Phosphite, Tris ( 2,4 ditert amylphenyl ) phosphite, etc. Organic Phosphates: Tri aryl and Alkyl Phosphate Triphenyl Phosphate, Tricresyl Phosphate, Tributyl Phosphate, CresylDiphenyl Phosphate, etc. By products: Hydrochloric Acid( 30 % Solution) & Phenol 1.2.3. Project Location The proposed project of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals will be established at Plot No. 1250, GIDC, Sarigam – 396155. Tal. Umbergaon, Dist. Valsad. The Sarigam is situated in southern most part of Gujarat. The Arabian sea is situated in west direction, which is about 7.5 Km W away from the GIDC industrial Estate. The nearest interstate boundary (Dadra & Nagar Haveli) is situated at distance of about 7 Km. Nearest wildlife sanctuary ( D & NH Wild Life Sactuary) is situated at about 14 KM. The project site is well connected with state & national Highway network. 1.2.4. Regulatory Framework The proposed project is of synthetic organic manufacturing unit with proposal of utilization of some chemicals having flammable & toxic hazards; hence the regulatory framework related with the hazardous or toxic chemicals as well as regulatory provision of risk, emergency & safety management are applicable to the proposed project. The regulatory provision related with hazardous material handling, manufacturing, storage & transportation are also applicable to the proposed project. Few of the material are petroleum products and may have potential of fire & explosion; hence applicability of the relevant acts & rules shall be verified at time of operation. The transportation is proposed through road network and so the applicability of road transport and other related regulations are required to confirm. The unit will have potential of pollution and also attracts the provisions of EIA notifications 2006- SO 1533 (as amended). Thus, the proposed project may be required to comply with many regulatory provisions. The proponent shall follow the regulatory frame work as listed below and additional applicable provision shall also be referred timely as cited as mandatory provision for proposed UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates project. In any case, proponent shall comply with the regulatory provision as directed through particular regulatory provision. The major regulatory provisions applicable to the proposed project area listed below. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 amended 1987 and rules there under Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 amended 1988 & rules there under The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, amended 1991 and rules there under Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1989 amended 2000 and 2003 Manufacture Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1989 amended 2000 Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 EIA Notification, 2006 as amended timely (2009, 2011) Batteries (Management and Handling) Rules, 2001. Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 amended 1992 and rules there under Factories Act, 1948 & rules there under (Gujarat Factories Rules, 1963) The Petroleum Act, 1934 & rules there under The Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 1981 The Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 & rules there under The proposed unit is being new unit has obtained NOC for its proposed project. CC&A for proposed project will be obtained after obtaining the EC. The company will always ensure that the proposed unit complies with all statutory requirements as timely issued in form of EC, NOC, CC&A, Other order & circular from the concern authorities. The CC&A & EC compliance report of the proposed unit will be submitted regularly as required by statutory provisions. 1.3. TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR EIA STUDY In line with the sequential proceeding for Prior EC described in EIA Notification SO 1533 (as amended), proponent had applied in Form-I along with pre-feasibility report for approval of Terms of Reference for proposed project. The application was made to the SEAC, Gandhinagar on 5th January 2015 as the project is to be developed in the notified industrial area/estate which is out of 5 km radial distance from interstate boundary (Dadra & Nagar Haveli- 7KM & Daman- 8KM). The application & proposal had been considered by the committee in its 230th meeting held on 24th March 2015. On 29th March 2015, approved TOR with additional information & conditions for terms of reference for EIA study for proposed project had been issued by SEAC vide letter no. EIA-10-2014-6895-E/1038, dated 29/05/2015. Committee had noticed that the proposed project is falling under category 5(f) –“B” as per the EIA Notification2006 (as timely amended) and issued the above said letter for approved/awarded TORs. Committee has noted that public hearing / consultation is not required due to project being located in the notified industrial area/estate established before 2006. The SEAC had earmarked the area covering 5 km radial area from site for monitoring & sampling as well as for preparation of some maps for proposed EIA study. With respect to the awarded /Approved TOR, the present EIA study has been conducted for the proposed EIA study in area covering & 5 km radial distance from site. All points of TORs issued by EAC has been addressed in the study and covered in the present EIA report under respective heading. The details of Terms of UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Reference including the copy of letter for TOR issued by SEAC and the tabular compliance report for the issued TOR are presented in Annexure-I. 1.4. NEED & SCOPE OF EIA STUDY 1.4.1. Need Of EIA Study As mentioned in earlier section 1.2.4, the proposed project being a synthetic organic manufacturing unit falls under category 5(f)-B in line with the applicability of these legal provisions of SO 1533, an application for approval of TOR for EIA for prior environmental clearance had been made in Form 1 to the SEAC, Gandhinagar, Gujarat for approval of draft TORs as well as to obtained the awarded TOR for preparation of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for project appraisal to obtain environmental clearance for proposed project depending upon the nature and location specificity of the project. The SEAC, has cited many requirements for environmental studies and has issued a set of awarded TOR which mentions that a detailed EIA study has to be conducted as per the applicability of SO 1533. Hence, the present EIA study has been conducted as it is mandatory requirement as per applicability of SO 1533. 1.4.2. Public Hearing As per the applicability of provision for Public Hearing of SO 1533 and other order & recent circular under the SO 1533, category ‘A’ and category ‘B1’ projects or activities situated in notified industrial area/estate (established before 2006) are exempted from public consultation. After issuing of TOR, MoEF has issued a circular for exemption from PH for the unit situated in industrial estates developed before 2006. Considering this recent circular, public hearing is not required to be conducted for the proposed unit. 1.4.3. Scope & Objective of EIA Study M/s. Sandhya Plasticizer & Chemicals, Sarigam has appointed M/s. Unistar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd, Vapi as Environmental Consultants to carry out the Rapid Environment Impact Assessment for the project of upcoming expansion project for manufacturing of synthetic organic chemical unit to be situated at Plot No. 1250, GIDC Industrial Estate, Village-Sarigam of Valsad district of Gujarat. The major objective of the present EIA study is to determine the change in impact due to the project proposed. The present report is outcome of EIA study conducted during March 2015 to May 2015 as per awarded TORs by SEAC, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The area of study is a radial coverage of 5 Km around the proposed site. While deciding the scope of the EIA study, the awarded TOR as presented in Annexure-I has been referred to comply with all conditions provided therein for EIA study. The scope of this study is to receive approval of SEAC, Gandhinagar for Environmental Clearance. Besides, the report will have scope of utilization for approval from other government authorities like GPCB. The objectives of the present EIA conducted for the development of a proposed project are to examine the following with respect to the TORs awarded by SEAC, Gandhinagar, Gujarat: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Collection & study of details regarding the activities, operations, processes, utilities, machineries, equipment, and other materials & requisites related to construction and operation phase. Characterization and benchmarking of existing environmental status of a study area surrounding the project site. Carrying out Environmental monitoring and analysis for parameters like Air, Water, Marine, Noise, Soil and Biological Environment. Collection of meteorological parameters like humidity, wind speed, wind direction etc. Identification of the probable environmental impacts due to the construction and operation of the proposed project on the existing environmental parameters. Preparation of an environmental monitoring & management plan to minimize the adverse impacts due to the project(s) and formulation of a post – operational monitoring scheme. Preparation of a Risk Assessment report as well as disaster management plan to meet the safety and emergency requirements during probable hazards & disasters. The main objectives of the present environmental impact assessment study are: To assess the prevailing environmental status of project area- 5 km radial area from proposed site situated in Notified Industrial Area –GIDC Estate of Sarigam, Gujarat To prepare necessary maps of project area- 5 km radial area from proposed site situated in Notified Industrial Area – GIDC Estate of Sarigam, Gujarat to comply with awarded TOR and to improve EIA quality. To identify potential sources of impacts of proposed unit, which includes impacts due to emission, water consumption & wastewater disposal, hazardous & solid waste generation & disposal, noise generation, contamination of environment by chemicals, toxic effects of raw materials & products, hazards & risk of various operations and employment & other social aspects of projects. To predict and evaluate the major impact on environment along with pollution control measures taken especially for emission as well as various probable hazards like fire, explosion & toxic dispersion. To ensure that there will not be considerable impacts on wild life sanctuary, forest & other sensitive area of situated in the surrounding area through preparing adequate EMP & EM plans To ensure that there will not be considerable impacts on air quality, water quality & quantity, human health and flora & fauna of the surrounding area through preparing adequate EMP & EM Plans To ensure that all necessary action plan are prepared for implementation to avoid any critical environmental & safety issue in the surrounding area due to proposed project operation To prepare an EIA Study report with efficient environment management plan. To utilize any content or whole report of present EIA study for applicable statutory clearances for proposed project and/or any other management purpose. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 1.5. APPROACH & METHODOLOGY OF EIA STUDY The EIA study for the proposed project has been conducted with respect to the process cycle of EIA as suggested by MoEF vide SO 1533 as well as provided in TGM issued by MoEF. The stages of approaches & methodology of EIA study has been presented in illustrative form in the figure 1.1 and detailed in subsequent paragraphs. Figure 1.1: Approach & Methodology of EIA Study The summarised details of the EIA cycle followed during the study for proposed project is described below as various phases: Screening Scoping and consideration of alternatives Baseline data collection Impact prediction Assessment of alternatives, delineation of mitigation measures and environmental impact statement UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-6 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Environment Management Plan EIA Review Application for EC Screening Screening is done to see whether a project requires environmental clearance as per the statutory notifications. Screening Criteria are based upon: Scales of investment; Type of development; and, Location of development. A Project requires statutory environmental clearance only if the provisions of EIA notification and/or one or more statutory notification cover the proposed Project. Scoping Scoping is a process of detailing the terms of reference of EIA. It has to be done by the consultant in consultation with the project proponent and with reference to the guidance of MoEF as well as if needed from Impact Assessment Agency. The Ministry of Environment and Forests has published guidelines for different sectors, which outline the significant issues to be addressed in the EIA studies. Quantifiable impacts are to be assessed on the basis of magnitude, prevalence, frequency and duration and non-quantifiable impacts significance is commonly determined through the socio-economic criteria. After the areas, where the project could have significant impact, are identified, the baseline status of these should be monitored and then the likely changes in these on account of the construction and operation of the proposed project should be predicted. Baseline Data Baseline data describes the existing environmental status of the identified study area. The sitespecific primary data should be monitored for the identified parameters and supplemented by secondary data if available. Impact Prediction Impact prediction is a way of ‘mapping’ the environmental consequences of the significant aspects of the project and its alternatives. Environmental impact can never be predicted with absolute certainty and this is all the more reason to consider all possible factors and take all possible precautions for reducing the degree of uncertainty. The following impacts of the project should be assessed: Air Changes in ambient levels and ground level concentrations due to total emissions from point, line and area sources Effects on soils, materials, vegetation, and human health Noise Changes in ambient levels due to noise generated from equipment and movement of vehicles UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-7 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Effect on fauna and human health Water Availability to competing users Changes in quality Sediment transport Ingress of saline water Land Changes in land use and drainage pattern Changes in land quality including effects of waste disposal Changes in shoreline/riverbank and their stability Ecology Deforestation/tree-cutting and shrinkage of animal habitat. Impact on fauna and flora (including aquatic species if any) due to contaminants/pollutants Impact on rare and endangered species, endemic species, and migratory path/route of animals. Impact on breeding and nesting grounds Socio-Economic Impact on the local community including demographic changes. Impact on economic status Impact on human health. Impact of increased traffic Environment Monitoring and Management Plan Efficient mitigation plan should be drawn up for the selected option and is supplemented with an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) to guide the proponent towards environmental improvements. The EMP is a crucial input to monitoring the clearance conditions and therefore details of monitoring should be included in the EMP. Delineation of mitigation measures including prevention and control for each environmental component. Delineation of monitoring scheme for compliance of conditions Delineation of implementation plan including scheduling and resource allocation. An EIA report should provide clear information to the decision-maker on the different environmental scenarios without the project, with the project and with project alternatives. Uncertainties should be clearly reflected in the EIA report. Review of Draft EIA Report, Preparation of Final EIA Report & Application for EC The draft EIA report prepared for proposed project should be reviewed at different level (From Coordinator to Technical Experts/FAEs) and then necessary changes and modification shall be made for imperative version of EIA Report for submission/ further application. During this stage, all necessary details to address the queries or suggestion raised in reviewing process. After carefully reviewing the all details and issues cited by experts, final EIA report shall be prepared & submitted along with the application for EC for Environmental Clearance of the proposed project. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-8 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 1.6. STRUCTURE OF EIA REPORT The report has been suitably structured covering various aspects like project description, baseline conditions, environmental impacts, mitigation measures, environmental management plan. The EIA report has been prepared chapter wise in accordance with generic structure suggested by MoEF in EIA notification. The report of the EIA study for the proposed projects has been prepared in the following structure. Chapter 1 Introduction: This chapter includes details like Identification of project & project proponent, Brief description of nature, size, location of the project and its importance, Scope of the study – details of regulatory scoping carried out (As per Terms of Reference) Chapter 2 Project description: Description of the project (based on project feasibility study), Details are provided to give clear picture of the following: Type & Need of project and Size or magnitude of operation Maps showing Project Location, plant layout & study area. Technology and process description Description of facilities, infrastructure, resource requirement, pollution potentials & mitigation measures implemented for control of pollution Chapter 3 Description of the Environment: This chapter includes the baseline environmental information of the project area and related details as mentioned below. Study area & period, components & methodology of study Establishment of baseline for valued environmental parameters, as identified in scope Base maps of necessary environmental Components/Features Chapter 4 Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures: This chapter comprises Details of Investigated Environmental impacts due to project establishment, possible accidents, project design, regular operations, final commissioning of project. The details covered in chapter are tabulated below. Assessment of significance of impacts (Criteria for determining significance, Assigning significance) Measures for minimizing and / or offsetting adverse impacts identified. Chapter 5 Environmental Monitoring Program: Technical aspects of monitoring the effectiveness of mitigation measures (incl. Measurement methodologies, frequency, location, data analysis, reporting schedules, emergency procedures, detailed budget & procurement schedules) Chapter 6 Additional Studies: Risk Assessment & Disaster Management Plan Chapter 7 Project Benefits: Improvements in the physical & social infrastructure, Employment & Other tangible benefits Chapter 8 Environmental Management Plan: Description of the administrative & managerial aspects of ensuring that mitigation measures are implemented and their effectiveness monitored, after approval of the EC, NOC and CC&A UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-9 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Chapter 9 Summary & Conclusion: Overall justification for implementation of the project, Explanation of how, adverse effects have been mitigated Chapter 10 Disclosure of Consultants Engaged: The introduction & description of the consultants engaged and nature of consultancy rendered. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-01: Introduction 1-10 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates CHAPTER: 02 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT 2.1. HIGHLIGHT OF PROJECT Proposed unit of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals is a new unit for manufacturing of synthetic organic chemicals to be situated at Plot No. 1250, GIDC Industrial Estate, Sarigam, Gujarat. The company has yet not started any activities as the EC & other statutory permissions/clearance is required to be obtained. The company will manufacture 450 MT/Month of synthetic organic chemicals and 414.90 MT/Month HCl as by-product after obtaining EC & CC&A. The synthetic organic chemicals include mainly 2 products groups for which the company has proposed to setup a manufacturing unit at aforesaid location. As per the EIA notification- 2006 (as amended timely) products are covered under any category 5(f) required Prior Environmental Clearance. The details of the proposed project are summarized as highlight of the project in the following table. Table 2.1: Highlight of Project Sr.No. Particulars 1. Company Type & Registered Address 2. 3. 4. 5. Name and Location of project Coordinates Name of Applicant(b) Address: (i) Postal (ii) E-mail (c) Phone (i) Land line (ii) Mobile (iii) Fax: Year of Commissioning Nature of project Land Type of Project Site Is land procured or to be procured for new project or for expansion? 9. Screening category (as per SO 1533 as timely amended) 10. Total area 11. Land for Green belt 6. 7. 8. DETAILS Small Scale, Partnership Firm M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals Plot No.: 1250, GIDC Notified Industrial Estate, Village. Sarigam, Tal. Umergaon, Dist.: Valsad (Gujarat) India. As Above (Item No. 1) Lat.: 20°18'18.93"N,Long.: 72°51'11.34"E M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals As Above (Item No. 1) [email protected], [email protected] +91-260-2430875 +91-9725260270 +91-260-2430875 The proposed unit being a new unit will be commissioned after obtaining E.C., NOC & CC&A New Unit for Manufacturing Synthetic Organic Chemicals Industrial Plot situated in Notified Industrial Estate The land is already acquired for the unit from GIDC, Sarigam, Gujarat 5(f) – “Synthetics Organic Chemicals” Category: “B” 5040.00 m2 1512.30 m2(30.01%)within premises and along plant UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Sr.No. Particulars 12. Cost of project 13. Capital and recurring Cost earmarked for EMP: 14. Water requirement, 15. Power requirement and source 16. D.G.Set Fuel requirement 17. Utilities Fuel Requirement 18. Waste water Generation & Disposal 19. Emissions 20. Resource Recovery Reuse/Recycling 21. Solid/Hazardous Wastes & Management DETAILS boundary Rs. 350.00 Lakhs for the proposed unit Capital cost for EMP: Rs. 25 lakhs and Recurring cost for EPM: Rs. 18Lakhs /Year Industrial: 29.00 KLD Domestic: 5.00 KLD Greenbelt: 5.00 KLD Total: 39.00 KLD Source: Pipeline of GIDC Water Supply Department, Sarigam. 200 KVA From Dakshin Gujarat Vij. Co. Ltd. 1 X 200 KVA & as standby arrangement Diesel (HSD): Total 50 ltr/Hr. Boiler-1 No. of 1000 Kg/Hr capacity Thermopack- 1 Nos of 6 LakhKcal/Hr capacity BagasseBrickets: For Boiler- 2MT/Day For Thermopack- 1 MT/Day Total- 3 MT/Day Domestic: 4.00 KLD Sewage disposal through septic tank & soak pit. Industrial Effluent: 6.00 KLD Treated in in-house ETP unit and treated effluent will be disposed off through GIDC underground drainage to CETP, Sarigam. Utility emission PM <150 mg/NM3, SOX<100 PPM, NOX<50 PPM after Bag filter for Boiler and Thermopack Stack-I: Boiler&Thermopack (Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-200 mm), Stack-II: DG Set 1x200 KVA (Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-200 mm) Process emission HCl 20 mg/NM3after ring jet scrubber + Mist eliminator + demister Stack-III: Process Vent (Ht.-11 Mt., Dia-150 mm) Phenol recovery by Distillation for reuse in process & sell as by product HCl recovery by Process Scrubber for sell as by product ETP Waste: 10.0 MT/Annum (Sent to TSDF site) Process Residue: 27.00 MT/Annum (Common Incineration facility) Used Oil: 100 Lit./Yr. (Sold to approved recycler) HDPE Bags: 3000 Nos./Annum (Sold to approved scrape dealers/recycler) Discarded Container: 400 Nos./Yr (Sold to approved scrape dealers/recycler) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 2.1.1. PROPOSED PRODUCTS As mentioned in earlier chapter M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals has proposed to setup a unit for manufacturing of Synthetic Organic chemicals. The proposed products& byproducts along with production capacity are presented below in tabulated form. Table 2.2: List of Products &Byproducts with Capacity Sr. Product Name No. 1 Plastic and Paint Additives (Organic Phosphite) (Tri Phenyl Phosphite, DiphenylIsodecylphoshite, 2-Hexyl Diphenylphosphite, Phenyl Di-IsodecylPhosphite, Tri –DecylPhosphite, Tri TrisdecylPhosphite, TrisNonyl Phenyl Phosphite, DiphenyylTridecylPhosphite (DPTDP), Tetra Phenyl Dipropylene Glycol Phosphite (THOP), Poly (Dipropylene Glycol) Phenyl Phosphite (DHOP), 4,4-Isopropylidene bis (diisodecyl Phenyl Phosphite), DistearylpentaerythritolDiphosphite (DPEDP), TRIS ( 2,4 ditertbutylphenyl) Phosphite, TRIS ( 2,4 ditertamylphenylphosphite, etc.) 2 Organic Phosphates (Tri aryl and Alkyl Phosphate, Triphenyl Phosphate, Tricresyl Phosphate, Tributyl Phosphate, CresylDiphenyl Phosphate, etc.) 3. By products : Hydrochloric Acid( 30 % Solution) Phenol TOTAL Quantity (TPM) 300.00 150.00 414.90 46.00 910.90 2.1.2. JUSTIFICATION OF PROJECT The proposed products have very high demand for manufacturing of plastic and paint products manufactured in the region of proposed project and other areas of our country. The products are now well established and acceptable in the international markets.Manufacturing of proposed products in the country is very much economical compare to imports of the same and also the export of the same can earn extra revenue generation for our county. There is a huge demand of the proposed products in the export market as well as local market. Proposed products are widely used and are in demand in the domestic Chemical industry. Keeping these in mind, company have identified the demand for the proposed products and with continuous R&D of company found that it can be developed and produce commercially for domestic market as well as for export markets. The proposed project will provide a potential growth opportunity for the company. Export of these products may also increase the foreign revenue. There will be very good opportunity of employment generation directly and indirectly due to proposed new project. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 2.1.3. PROJECT SITE As described in earlier sections, the proposed unit of – M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals will be setup at Plot No. 1250, Notified Industrial Estate of GIDC, Sarigam, Ta – Umbergaon, Dist – Valsad (Gujarat). The GIDC Industrial estate has all required infrastructure like electricity, roads, transportation etc. Also it is to be noted that the nearby area of the GIDC estate has considerable human resource which is required to be employed for social upliftment of the area. The estate is in Umargaon Taluka in Valsad District of Gujarat State, India. And the study area as per the TOR awarded is 5 Km radial area from the proposed project. The project area is situated in the southern part of Gujarat State and shares some area of UT of Daman and UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. The area has global identity for its industrial development since many decades especially in Vapi GIDC, adjoining UTs and Sarigam GIDC. The area has contributed significantly in the development of our Nation’s economy through the excellent industrial growth. The area has considerably developed in last few decades by sharing vital input through industrial development and implementation of government actions/plan of development. The area has been selected as the production hub by many large banner industries of chemicals, pharmaceutical, pesticides, and textileand plastic sectors. The Damanganga river flows west into the Arabian Sea. The river flowsthrough Maharashtra and Gujarat states, as well as the Union territories of Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The industrial towns of Vapi, Dadra and Silvassa lie on the north bank of the river, and the town of Daman occupies both banks of the river's estuary. The map of project area showing the project site and surrounding area as well as various infrastructures is presented below. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig.2.1 Map of Project Site UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 2.2. RESOURCE REQUIREMENT The proposed project is a new in production unit of for production of s synthetic organic resins & adhesives. Hence, many types of resources will be required for setting up the proposed project. The proposed project is to be developed in an industrial plot situated in the notified industrial estate hence no additional land outside of the industrial estate is required. The site is already developed with some necessary civil structures & shade as company has acquired the plot from GIDC authority, which was under possession of other industrial unit. Therefore, the proposed unit requires to finalize the incomplete civil structures & shade along with some additional buildings and shed. Thus considerable resources will be required for development & setting up of the proposed project. The details of the resource requirements of proposed project are presented below in subsequent paragraphs under respective headings. 2.2.1. LAND & BUILDINGS The proposed project is to be developed within the plot situated in notified industrial estate of GIDC. The plot is already acquired from the GIDC authorities for industrial operation which is admeasuring 5040 sq. mt. The plot transfer letter is enclosed as Annexure- VThis land is sufficient for proposed project. In 1512.30 sq. mt. area greenbelt will be developed and 2668.94 sq. mt. area will be kept open. For the buildings & sheds etc. 858.76 sq.mt. area of the plot will be utilized. The details of the area statement for proposed unit are presented below. Table 2.3 Area Statement forthe Plant Premises Area Statement Total Plot Area Construction Area Open Land Area Green Belt Area Area (in Sq. Mt.) 5040.00 858.76 2668.94 1512.30 The layout of project premises /site showing proposed buildings & infrastructures including raw materials storage area, production area, utility area, office area, greenbelt area, internal roads and parking area etc. is shown in subsequent figure of plant layout. The location of site in GIDC industrial estate is presented in subsequent figure of site plant. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-6 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig. 2.2 Plant Layout UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-7 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig. 2.3 Site Plan 2.2.2. WATER The unit will require 39.00 KLD freshwater which will be met through Water supply pipeline of GIDC Sarigam. The total freshwater requirement includes 5.00 KLD for irrigation of greenbelt, 29.00 KLD for industrial operations and 5.00 KLD for domestic uses. The details with necessary breakup for water requirement of proposed unit are presented in subsequent table. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-8 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table 2.4 Breakup of water requirement Sr. No. 1. 2. Particulars Quantity (KL/Day) Domestic 5.00 Sub Total Domestic 5.00 Industrial Processing 0.00 Boiler 3. 10.00 Cooling 4.00 Washing 5.0 Scrubber 10.00 Sub Total Industrial 29.00 Other (Gardening) 5.00 Total 39.00 Note: The unit will not draw any ground water as the water requirement is fulfilled by GIDC water supply. An undertaking that the unit shall not dig any bore well within the premisesis enclosed as Annexure- X. 2.2.3. ENERGY, FUEL & POWER The production of proposed products requires significant quantum of heat. In proposed unit the heat requirement in form of steam will be met by the bagasse based boiler (1000 Kg/Hrs). Also for meeting heat requirement of the proposed project one bagasse based thermopack (6 lakh Kcal/Hr.) will be installed. The fuel for boiler&thermopacks will be bagasse brickets. Power requirement of proposed unit is estimated 200 KVA, which will be met by supply from DGVCL or DG sets (1 x 200 KVA). DG sets will be used only during emergency & failure of power supply by DGVCL. Diesel/HSD will be used as fuel for proposed DG Sets. The details of Fuel & Power requirement is presented in tabular form in subsequent table. Table 2.5 Energy, Fuel & Power Requirement Components Requirement Sources Steam 1000-2000 Kg/hr Inhouse Boiler Heat 6 Lakh Kcal/Hr. InhouseThermopack Power 200 KVA Dakshin Gujarat Vij Co. Ltd. Bagasse 3.00 MT/Day Local market/supplier HSD 50 Ltrs/Hr Will be sourced Local Dealer UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-9 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 2.2.4. PLANT & MACHINERY The company will setup its manufacturing unit having following main & major machineries & equipment. The details of the proposed machineries & equipment are presented below in tabular form. Table 2.6 Major Machineries & Equipment Sr. No. A. 1. 2. 3. 4. B. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. C. 12. 13. 14. 15. D. 16. E. 17. F. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. G. 23. 24. 25. H. 26. 27. 28. 29. I. 30. 31. J. 32. Description of items REACTOR Glass Line Reactor (GLR) - 6 Nos. Glass Line Reactor (GLR-4) - 2 Nos. SSR-1 SSR-2 RECEIVER 2 KL 3 KL 5 KL - 6 Nos. 3 KL Receiver-1 Receiver-2 Receiver-3 ADDITIONAL TANK 2 KL 3 KL 5 KL + 3 KL 5 KL STEAM EJECTOR WATE+ 2 STEAM - 3 Nos. HOLDING TANK Holding Tank - 3 Nos. RAW MATERIAL STORAGE TANK SS TANK (Phenol) SS TANK (Phenol) TANK (PCl3) SS TANK HDPE TANK 6-Nos MEASURING TANK TANK (PCl3) TANK (Phenol) TANK 2-Nos OTHER TANKS HCl Storage Tank HCl Process Tank Melting Tank Product Tank VENTURY SCRUBBER GRAPHITE CONDENCER 3 NOS SCUBBER 3 NOS WEIGHT BALANCE Weight Balance - 2 Nos. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Capacity MOC 05 KL each 05 KL each 01 KL 05 KL GLR GLR SS316 SS316 500 Liter 500 Liter 1000 Liter each 100 Liter 150 Liter 600 Liter 1000 Liter SS316 SS316 SS316 SS316 SS 316 SS316 SS 316 800 Liter 800 Liter 1000 Liter 1200 Liter SS316 SS316 SS316 MS 1 TOR each GRAPHITE 05 KL SS316 50000 KGS 30000 KGS 1500 KGS 5000 KGS 10000 KGS each SS 316 SS 316 MS SS 316 HDPE 1000 Liter 2000 Liter 1000 Liter MS SS 304 HDPE 10000 Liter * 4 5000 Liter * 4 10000 Liters 10000 Liter * 7 HDPE HDPE MS HDPE 8 m2 10 m2 GRAPHITE PP/FRP 300KG CAPACITY*2 SS316 Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-10 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 33. Flaker - 1 No. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. Hcl Scrubbing System (3 stage) Cooling Tower Thermopack (Oil Healing System) Steam Boiler (1 Nos.) DM Plant R.M. Transfer Pump - 2 Nos. Chilling Plant Air Compressor Blower D.G. Set – 1 Set Electric Panels Effluent Treatment Plant – 1 No. 100 Kg. Adequate 200 TR 6 Lakh Kilo Calories/Hr 1000 Kg/hr 1000 Liter/Hr. 5 HP each 20 TR 5 HP 3 HP 200 KVA As per Requirement 10 KL/Day SS316 Graphite HDPE PP/ FRP MS (Thermax make) MS (IBR) --- -- 2.2.5. HUMAN RESOURCE The company will provide employment to 45 people in different categories for operation of proposed project. The details of the proposed employment structure are presented below in tabular form. Table 2.7 Human Resource Requirement Sr. No. 1 2 3 4 5 Particular Managerial Skilled Semi-Skilled Unskilled TOTAL Employment Nos. 02 05 13 25 45 2.2.6. CAPITAL The capital of proposed project has been estimated & budgeted with costs of Rs. 440 Lakhs. The proposed capital includes Rs. 40 Lakhs for environmental protection measures. The details of proposed capital costs estimation including land, buildings, plant machineries & equipment, environmental protection measures etc. is presented below in tabulated form. Table 2.8 Capital Cost Sr. No. 1. 3. Purpose Land& Building Plant & Machinery and other fittings 4. Environmental protection measures TOTAL : UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Estimated Capital Cost (Rs. In Lakhs) 150.00 175.00 25.00 350.00 Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-11 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 2.3. DESCRIPTION OF PROCESS & ALLIED DETAILS The details of Raw Materials & production process of all products are described in subsequent paragraphs under respective headings. 2.3.1. RAW MATERIALS All raw materials required for manufacturing of proposed products are easily available indigenously in local market, which will be transported through road. The details of product wise raw material requirement are presented below. Table 2.9 Product Wise Raw Material Requirement Sr. No. 1 Product Name Raw Materials Plastic and Paint Additives A. Tri Phenyl Phosphite B. Organic Phosphites C. TrisNonyl Phenyl Phosphite, Tris ( 2,4 ditertbutylphenyl) Phosphite , Tris ( 2,4 ditertamylphenyl ) phosphite 2 Raw Material Consumption Kg/MT MT/Month Organic Phosphates Phenol PCl3 Tri Phenyl Phosphite Alcohol (IsoDecyl alcohol, 2-Ethyl Hexanol, TriDecyl Alcohol, Di propylene Glycol, Bisphenol , Stearyl alcohol , Pentaerythritol etc.) 951.00 450.00 829.00 124.00 58.00 99.50 423.00 51.00 Nonyl Phenol, 2,4 di-tert-butyl phenol, 2,4 di-tert-amyl phenol 959.00 48.00 PCl3 200.00 10.00 995.00 148.25 470.00 70.50 Alcohols (Phenol or Cresolor Butanol, etc.) POCl3 2.3.2. MANUFACTURING PROCESS The products of proposed project are described in earlier section with required raw materials.The company shall use the latest available process technology for the production. This section includes the manufacturing process of the product, chemical reactions, and mass balance of each product. 1. PRODUCT:PLASTIC AND PAINT ADDITIVES (ORGANIC PHOSPHITES)(300 MT/M) A. TRI PHENYL PHOSPHITE: Production Process: Phenol and PCI3are reacted at elevated Temperature. During the course of reaction HCl gas is generated, which is scrubbed in water and dispatched as HCl solution. Unreacted mass is recovered by distillation at elevated temperature and under reduced pressure. After complete removal of phenol from the reaction mass finally pure TriphenylPhosphite UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-12 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates is collected and packed in suitable containers as per customer’s requirements and used for captive purpose to manufacture other products. Chemical Reaction: 3C6H5OH +PCl3 → (C6H5O)3P + 3HClgas (Reactor) HClgas +H2O → HClSoln. (Scrubbing) Mass Balance Details: Sr. No. 1 2 INPUT Phenol PCl3 Total 1 2 HCl Gas Scrubbing Water QTY (Kgs) OUTPUT 951.00 450.00 Tri Phenyl Phosphite HCl Gas Phenol 1401.00 Total In Scrubber (By Product) 360.00 HCl Solution (30% solution) 1080.00 QTY (Kgs) REMARKS 1000.00 360.00 41.00 1401.00 Product To Scrubber Reuse 1440.00 By Product Process Flow Diagram: RAW MATERIALS Phenol PCl3 REACTOR SCRUBBER HCl Recovery DISTILLATION Phenol Recovery PRODUCT: Tri Phenyl Phosphite Packaging & Dispatch B. ORGANIC PHOSPHITES: (Diphenyl Isodecylphoshite/ Diphenyl 2-ehtyl hexyl phosphate/ Phenyl Di-IsodecylPhosphite/ Tri –DecylPhosphite/ Tri TrisdecylPhosphite/Diphenyl TridecylPhosphite (DPTDP)/Tetra Phenyl Dipropylene Glycol Phosphite (THOP)/ Poly (Dipropylene Glycol) Phenyl Phosphite (DHOP)/Isopropylidenebis (diisodecyl Phenyl Phosphite)/DistearylpentaerythritolDiphosphite (DPEDP)/ TRIS ( 2,4 ditertbutylphenyl) Phosphite/ TRIS ( 2,4 ditertamylphenyl phosphate, etc.)) Production Process: TPP (Tri Phenyl Phosphite) and Alcohol (IsoDecanol, 2-Ethyl Hexanol, IsoDecanol, TrisDecyl Alcohol ect.) are reacted at elevated temperature. During the course of reaction UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-13 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates (n) mole phenol is generated. Phenol is distilled out and OrganicPhosphite is collected and packed in suitable containers as per customer’s requirement. Chemical Reaction: (C6H5O)3P + (R1)-OH → (C6H5O)2-P-O-(R1) + C6H5OH Where, R1 can be Isodecanol OR 2-Ethyl Hexanol OR TrisDecyl Alcohol etc. Mass Balance Details*: Sr. No. 1 2 INPUT Tri Phenyl Phosphite Alcohol (R1-OH) Total QTY (Kgs) 829.00 423.00 1252.00 OUTPUT Organic Phosphite Phenol Total QTY (Kgs) 1000.00 252.00 1252.00 REMARKS Product By product *NOTE: Mass balance changes based on chemical reactions. Process Flow Diagram RAW MATERIALS Tri Phenyl Phosphite Alcohol REACTOR DISTILLATION Phenol Recovery Reuse in TPP PRODUCT: Organic Phosphite Packaging & Dispatch C. TRISNONYL PHENYL PHOSPHITE: Production Process: PCl3and Nonyl Phenol are reacted at elevated temperature. During the course of reaction 3 mole HCl is generated as gas. Gaseous HCl is scrubbed in water scrubber attached to the reactor and TrisNonyl Phenyl Phosphite is collected after complete removal of HCl from reactor. The product TrisNonyl Phenyl Phosphite is then packed in suitable containers as per customer’s requirement. Chemical Reaction: 3C9H19-C6H4OH + HClgas + PCl3 → (C9H19-O-C6H4)3P + 3HClgas (Reactor) H2O → HClSoln (Scrubber) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-14 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Mass Balance Details: Sr. No. 1 2 1 2 INPUT Nonyl Phenol PCl3 Total HClgas Scrubbing Water Total QTY (Kgs) OUTPUT 959.00 TrisNonyl Phenyl Phosphite 200.00 HClgas 1159.00 Total In Scrubber (By Product) 159.00 HCl (30 % Solution) 371.00 530.00 Total QTY (Kgs) 1000.00 159.00 1159.00 REMARKS Product To Scrubber 530.00 By Product 530.00 Process Flow Diagram: RAW MATERIALS Nonyl Phenol PCl3 SCRUBBER HCl Recovery REACTOR PRODUCT: Tri NonylPhenylPhosphite Packaging & Dispatch 2. ORGANIC PHOSPHATES(Triphenyl Phosphate OR Tricresyl Phosphate OR Tributyl Phosphate OR Cresyl Diphenyl Phosphate etc.) (150 MT/M) Production Process: 3 mole alcohol (Phenol OR Cresol OR Butanol OR Isoproponol etc.) reacted with 1 mole of POCl3 at elevated temperature in presence of catalyst during the course of reaction HCl is generated which is trapped in water and will be dispatched as HCl solution. 5 % excess alcohol (Phenol OR cresol etc.) used is distilled out under reduced pressure after the reaction. Finished product distilled at elevated temperature and at reduced pressure and collected in to the receiver. From receiver the material is flaked, collected and packed in bags. Chemical Reaction: 3R1-OH + POCl3 → (R1-O)3OP + 3HClgas (Reactor) HClgas + H2O → HClSoln (Scrubber) Where, R1 can be Phenol OR Cresol OR Butanol OR Isopropanol etc. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-15 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Mass Balance Details Sr. No. 1 2 QTY (Kgs) 995.00 470.00 INPUT Alcohol POCl3 Total 1 2 HCl Gas Scrubbing Water Total OUTPUT Organic Phosphate HCl Gas Alcohol Recovery Residue 1465.00 In Scrubber (By Product) 335.00 HCl (30 % Solution) 745.00 1080.00 Total Total QTY (Kgs) REMARKS 1000.00 335.00 115.00 15.00 1465.00 Product By Product Reused Waste 1080.00 By Product 1080.00 *NOTE: Mass balance changes based on chemical reactions. Process Flow Diagram RAW MATERIALS Alcohol POCl3 REACTOR SCRUBBER HCl Recovery DISTILLATION AlcoholRecovery and Reused FLAKING PRODUCT: Organic Phosphate Packaging & Dispatch Note: The details for the manufacturing process (for each product) is enclosed as Annexure-IX 2.4. POLLUTION POTENTIALS & CONTROL MEASURES 2.4.1. Air Pollution Sources & Control Company will install one boiler (capacity of 1000 Kg/hr) &one thermic fluid heaters (capacity of 6 lakhs kcal/hr) to meet the thermal energy requirement of the proposed project. Bagasse will be used as a fuel for Boiler& thermic fluid heaters. Thus after the proposed project these utilities will be the main source of emission. Company has also planned to install one D.G. Sets (200 KVA capacity), as stand by power supply facility. These will be used only during power failure. Diesel will be used as a fuel for D.G. Sets. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-16 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates In the process of Tri Phenyl Phosphite& Organic Phosphite Phenol are likely to arise as process emission. For control of phenol emission no special measure is required as it will be recovered in process itself. Phenol will be distilled and will be reused in process or will be sold to actual user as by-product. Process gas emission in form of HCl gas will be emitted from Triphenyl Phosphite, Tris Nolyl Phenyl Phosphite and organic phosphate respectively at the rate of 360 Kg/Ton of product, 159 Kg/Ton of product and 335 Kg/Ton of product. This HCl emission will be scrubbed in three stage scrubbing system. The scrubbing system will have HCl gas scabbing efficiency above 98%. The recovered HCl (30%) will be sold as by-product to the actual user. The summarized details of the stationary/utility emissions are presented in tabular form below. Table 2.10: Details of Utility Emission & Control Measures Sr. No. Fuel / Power & its Qty Probable Pollutants & Limits Bagasse : 2 MT/Day PM <150 mg/Nm3 SO2 < 100 ppm Particulars Control Measures Utility Emission 1. 2. 3. Boiler Capacity: 1000 Kg/Hr Thermopack (1 No) Capacity : 6 Lac kcal/hr D.G. Set (1 No.) Capacity: 200 KVA NOx< 50 ppm Bagasse : 1 MT/Day PM <150 mg/Nm3 SO2 < 100 ppm NOx< 50 ppm HSD:50 Ltrs./Hr. PM <150 mg/Nm3 SO2 < 100 ppm NOx< 710 ppm Bag filter with common Chimney Chimney ht.:15 mt. Diameter: 200mm Chimney ht.:15mt. Diameter: 200 mm Process Emission 1. Reaction Vessel - HCl<20 mg/NM3 Three State Scrubbing system (Venturi water jet+ Water scrubber+ Alkali scrubber) Chimney ht.: 11 mt. Diameter: 150 mm 2.4.2. Wastewater Generation & Management The unit will have industrial effluent generation @ 6KLD from washings and boiler& cooling blow down. The industrial effluent will be treated in full-fledged in-house ETP equipped with all required Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Treatment units. The treated wastewater will be disposed off through the underground pipeline of GIDC Sarigam which is going to CETP. The wastewater will also be generated from domestic activities as sewage @4 KLD. Domestic waste water will be disposed off through Septic Tank and soak pit. The details of wastewater generation are tabulated below whereas the water balance diagram is shown in subsequent figure. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-17 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table 2.11: Details of Wastewater Generation Sr. No. 1. Quantity (KL/Day) Domestic 4.00 Sub Total Domestic 4.00 Industrial 2. I. II. III. IV. V. 3. Particulars Processing 0.00 Boiler 1.00 Cooling 1.00 Washing 4.00 Scrubber 0.00 Sub Total Industrial 6.00 Total 10.00 Fig. 2.4: Water Balance Diagram 2.4.3. Solid & Hazardous Waste Generation & Management The hazardous waste from the unit will be generated in form of Process Residues, Used Oil, Discarded containers & Empty HDPE Bags and ETP waste. The details of all wastes & their management are tabulated below. Table 2.12: Details of Solid/Hazardous Waste Generation & Management Types of Waste ETP Waste (Schedule-1, 34.3) Process residue Quantity 10.00 MT 27.00 MT UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Storage Method Will be stored at a separate storage area Will be stored at a Method of Disposal Will be sent to TSDF, Vapi Will be sent to co incineration Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-18 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates (Schedule-I, 20.3) Discarded containers (Schedule-I, 33.3) 400 Nos. HDPE bags (Schedule-I, 33.3) 3000 Nos. Used oil (Schedule-1, 5.1) 100 Lit separate storage area in a closed container Stored at a specified storage area as per rule. Stored at a specified storage area as per rule. Stored into the closed container. or common incinerations. After decontamination will be sold to re-conditioners After decontamination will be sold to re-conditioners Disposal by selling to registered refiners 2.4.4. Noise & Vibration Generation & Control Noise & Vibration are /will be generated in utility & production area. Beside this, some noise are anticipated from operation of pumps, motor & compressors etc. Mainly the high noise & vibration is likely to be generated from TFH, boiler and DG Set. The noise level in premises ranges from 50 dB(A) to 80 dB(A) depending up on the distance from the noise sources. Noise level outside of production & utility area will never cross the permissible limit for industrial unit as mostly remains below 60 dB(A). All noises are/will be managed by provision of proper PPEs for working people in the respective areas. Vibrations are/will be managed by provision of proper fitting, shunting and sturdy nonvibrating foundation with rubber pads. 2.4.5. Greenbelt Development & Rainwater Harvesting Company has acquired plot admeasuring 5040 Sq. Mt. The greenbelt will be developed at the periphery of plant premises as well as in some open area within the proposed premises. The greenbelt will be developed in area admeasuring 1512.30 Sq. Mt. Greenbelt will be maintained by regular fertilization, irrigation & replantation to give thick pasture view considering the guideline of CPCB for three tiers greenbelt development. The company has no plan to harvest the rainwater as the area of project site in in industrial area and the rainwater may be contaminated by gaseous & particulate pollutant. 2.5. Occupational Health & Safety 2.5.1. Hazardous Materials & Their Management There will be total 14 raw materials &2 fuels for production of the products. All of these chemicals & Fuels are identified as hazardous as per MSIHC Rules (2000).All hazardous materials will be managed in accordance with national & state regulations. Following general risk reduction measures for Handling, Storage of Hazardous Materials (Bags, Drums & Tanks) are suggested to maintain safe work place & hazard free areas in the proposed unit. Proper ventilation will be provided in godown. Proper label and identification board /stickers will be provided in the storage area. Conductive drum pallets will be provided. Drum /Bag handling trolley / stackers/fork lift will be used for drum/bag handling. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-19 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Materials will be stored as per its compatibility study and separate area will be made for flammable, corrosive and toxic chemical drums storage. Smoking and other spark, flame generating item will be banned from the Gate. Static grounding points will be provided at storage, handling and process area. Static grounding points will be provided for all tanks proposed for storage of chemicals. Local exhaust provision will be made in warehouse & process to prevent toxic chemical vapour exposure and maintained area below PEL/TLV limits. Air change ratio in warehouse will be managed around 1. Lower level ventilation exhaust system will be provided in drum storage area. Identification label and NFPA diamond code sticker will be provided on all chemicals drums & bags and tank area. Drums & bags will be stored as per its compatibility chart. Material safety data sheets will be displayed at storage as well as process and chemical handling area. Empty drums & bags will be stored in separate dedicated empty drum & bag storage area. All drums & bags will be neutralized/decontaminated before send it to recyclers. Fire hydrant system shall be provided in unit and fire hydrant shall be installed as per TAC/NFPA Norms. Tank farm area should be well maintained and must be situated away from process area and safe distances to be maintain as per statutory requirements. Plant should meet provisions of the Manufacture, storage & Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1986 & the factories Act, 1948 and The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 (As amended timely). All environmental regulations shall be complied all the time without failure. Fix piping with supports and clamping needs to be provided for raw material charging and minimum flexible hose should be connected for charging chemicals in day tank or reactor. Static grounding provision needs to be provided to all process vessels and equipment. Caution note board for all hazardous chemicals shall be displayed. Safety valve provision to be made on reactor. In general, all machines Nip shall be protected with appropriate fix safe guard to be prevent amputation of any person’s body part. Periodic On Site Emergency, Mock Drills should be conducted, in order to train the staff and make them mentally prepared to tackle any emergency. Emergency handling facilities should be maintained in a tip top condition round the clock. Safety devices and control instruments should be calibrated once in a year. Proper coloring as per IS 2379 should be done in plant to pipeline network, tank and equipment to protect it from corrosion. Preventive maintenance schedule should be prepared for all the equipment and colour code or tagging should be provided. Permit to work system should be implemented on 100 % basis for hazardous work to be carried out in the plant. The details of emergency equipment are given in on site emergency Plan along with its quantity. Automated Fire detection system shall be provided in storage area as well as plant area. Where automated system is not feasible to install, manual call points for fire location identification should be installed in plant premises. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-20 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Induction safety course should be prepared and training of all new employees before starting duties in plant should be made compulsory. 2.5.2. Occupational Health Management The proponent company is committed towards ensuring high level of health & safety of its employee and all necessary implementation & actions will be in place in the proposed unit of the proponent. Company will follow all statutory guidelines related with occupational health & safety and all necessary facilities & procedures will be provided in the proposed unit. Health check-up programs will be carried out regularly and all records & documents related with employee health check-up program are maintained. All risk control & prevention measures will be implemented in the proposed unit. Management will provided necessary PPEs, safety equipment/ materials as mentioned in above section of risk reduction to ensure healthy & safe work conditions. Regular inspection for the safety procedures and use of PPEs & Safety equipment/material will be done by the management/safety cell. Premedical examination and periodical examination will be carried out once in a six month and record will be maintained in Form No-32 & 33 as per GFR. LFT test will be carried out during preplacement and periodical examination. Training programs & safety audit shall be done on regular basis to prevent impacts of the operational activities on occupational health as well as to improve workplace condition & safe work system. Proponent shall also ensure that all necessary PPEs, Safety materials/ equipment are in place. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-02: Description of Project 2-21 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates CHAPTER: 03 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT 3.1. GENERAL M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals has proposed to setup a new unit at GIDC Notified Industrial Estate of Sarigam Village of Valsad District of Gujarat for manufacturing of five organic products falling in category of synthetics organic chemicals (Organic Phosphite & Organic Phosphate). As per the new EIA notification SO 1533 (as timely amended) the project falls under scheduled category of 5 “f” (B1). Considering the legal provisions, the present EIA study has been conducted in line with the awarded TOR as described in earlier chapter-1 & Annexure I. As a part of the EIA study, baseline environmental status has been assessed following the approved methods for sampling & analysis of environmental samples. The study was started in March 2015 based on draft ToR as well as discussion held during presentation at SEAC for approval of draft TOR. Up on receipt of the awarded TOR in March 2015 by SEAC, Gandhinagar all conditions of awarded TOR have been referred & accordingly the present baseline study has been conducted during the aforesaid study period. The details of the baseline study & related aspects have been described in subsequent sections under respective heading. 3.1.1. PURPOSE & OBJECTIVE OF BASELINE STUDY The present baseline study in EIA has been conducted with the main purpose to determine the existing environmental conditions of the project area for conducting an environmental impact assessment (EIA) in order to determine the potential stress on environment due to the environmental issues of the proposed project of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals. Baseline studies have been conducted during the period of three months of Summer (Premonsoon) season of 2015 (March 2015 to May 2015) to fulfil the specific requirements of the Environmental Studies, as required to comply with the awarded TOR as well as the standards timely issued by the concern authority. As such, this practice is intended to help the EIA team to gather and analyse data and information in order to classify the environmental status into several environmental conditions of area types. Objectives guiding the present baseline environmental studies are as below. To delineate the prevailing environmental condition of project/study area as per awarded TOR issued by SEAC, Gandhinagar, Gujarat for EIA study. To generate &/or collect the information of physical, chemical & biological properties of the environment of the study area (5 km radial area from site), which includes data indicating quality & prevailing status of air, water resources, soil fertility, noise, flora & fauna, ecological habitats etc. To study & generate/prepare the Base Map, LULC map, Topographic map, Digital Terrain Map of 10 km radial area from the site UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates To generate &/or collect details regarding climatic conditions of project area To generate &/or collect details regarding socioeconomic & cultural layout (5 km radial area from site) To prepare comprehensive statements for citation of existing/prevailing issue of contamination of environmental attributes (5 km radial area from site) To facilitate the use of the standard classification of environmental condition of area types (viz. unpolluted zone, polluted zone, critically polluted zone and sensitive zone etc.) with respect to the statutory guidelines of the time of study (5 km radial area from site) To facilitate the organization of EIA study & proponent for preparing and updating EIA reports & EMP. 3.1.2. APPROACH & METHODOLOGY OF BASELINE STUDY The baseline environmental studies have been done for three months of Summer (Premonsoon) season (March 2015 & May 2015) for the EIA of upcoming project of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals. The study has been conducted initially considering the draft TORs proposed for approval and then continued & finalized according to the conditions of awarded TORs as described in Chapter 1 & Annexure I. The study has been conducted by following the guidelines & the EIA Manual issued by MoEF. The study has been conducted & finalized by conducting studies during the season of summer (pre-monsoon) 2015 covering study area of 5 km radial area for environmental sampling & monitoring and 10 km radial area for mappings to comply with the TOR awarded by the State level Expert Environmental Appraisal Committee (SEAC), Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The details of the study period, frequency of sampling & method of environmental sampling & analysis are shown below in succeeding paragraphs under respective headings. 3.1.2.1. STUDY AREA The proposed unit of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals is to be situated in notified industrial estate of Sarigam. Sarigam is a Village in southern most Taluka - Umbergaon of Valsad District of Gujarat State, India. Initially, for the purpose of the EIA study for area falls within 5 km radius from the project site situated in Sarigam region of Gujarat was selected as study area considering the draft TOR proposed during TOR application. Up on the receipt of the final awarded TOR from SEAC, Gandhinagar, the study area & other requirements as mentioned in awarded TOR were referred & verified to continue the on-going study. The project area is situated in the southern most part of Gujarat State. The area has global identity due to the nearby Industrial estate of Vapi as well as industrial establishments & development in areas around Vapi, Silvassa & Daman. The region is also exhibiting very good agricultural lands & forest areas. DNH wild life sanctuary is also situated in western direction at about 14 Kms. The area has contributed significantly in the development of our Nation’s economy through the excellent industrial growth & other businesses like textile & plastic. Also the area is very well known as the tourist destination especially Silvassa & Daman region. The area has realized high development in last two decades rapid growth in industrial UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates development, urbanization and business operations. The area has been selected as the production hub by many large banner industries of chemicals, plastic & textile. The map of the study area & sampling locations is illustrated below in Fig. 3.1, whereas the salient features of the project area are tabulated in subsequent Table 3.1. Table 3.1: Salient Features of Project Area (10 Km) Sr. No. Nearest Infrastructure Feature Distance from Project Site 1. Geographical Position Lat.: 20°18'18.93"N,Long.: 72°51'11.34"E 2. Elevation above Sea Level 36 Meters (Approx.) 3. Nearest Village Sarigam : 2 km SE 4. Nearest Town Sarigam residential town – 2km SE 5. Nearest National Highway NH:8:3km E 6. Nearest State Highway SH:5 km E 7. Nearer RW Station Bhilad – 3 Km NE 8. Nearest Airport 9. Nearest Surface water Resource/Reservoir 10. Nearest Forest Patches 11. 12. Location of Archaeologically /Historically important places National Park/Sanctuary or Ecologically sensitive Area 13. National or State Boundary 14. Tourist Places Public : Surat 85 Km NW Non – Public: Daman – 12 km NW Darotha River 3.20 km NE Damanganga River 6 Km NNE GIDC Water Supply Dam 25 km SE Arabian Sea 7.5 km W 2KmN N. A. D & NH Wild Life Sanctuary - Approx. 14 km E Dadra & Nagar Haveli – 7 Km E Daman – 8 km N Dadra & Nagar Haveli – 7 Km E Daman – 8 km N 3.1.2.2. SAMPLING & MONTORING LOCATIONS Initially, locations for sampling & monitoring were selected within 5 km radial area from site and after receipt of the approved TOR from SEAC it is verified & confirmed that the selected locations fulfills the requirement of awarded TOR. The locations are selected based on probable effects in project study area considering various guidelines from CPCB. One location of AAQM is selected in downwind direction. Total eight locations were selected from the study area falling within 5 km radial distance for sampling and monitoring of air, noise, soil and groundwater as per terms of reference. The surface water samples were collected from seven locations. The details of selected sampling & monitoring locations are presented in table 3.2. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table 3.2: Sampling & monitoring Locations (Study Area - 5 Km) Sr. No. Name of Location 1. Project Site, 20.305286°N 72.853055°E 20.305286°N 72.853055°E 20.305213°N 72.853136° E Sarigam Village 20.287368°N 72.865055°E 20.287368°N 72.865055°E 20.287372°N 72.865045°E 20.289894° N 72.864691° Pali Village 20.326543° N 72.838510°E 20.326543° N 72.838510°E 20.326545° N 72.838451°E 20.326819° N 72.839992°E Punat Village 20.314013°N 72.861383°E 20.314013°N 72.861383°E 20.314018°N 72.861354°E 20.313408° N 72.861488° E Angam Village 20.299721°N 72.875758°E 20.299721°N 72.875758°E 20.299728°N 72.875741°E 20.299768° N 72.874104° E Manda Village 20.279145°N 72.833127°E 20.279145°N 72.833127°E 20.279132°N 72.833131°E 20.278707° N 72.830984° Darotha River Nr. Bhilad: 20.296472° N 72.890944° E Nr. Punat: 20.329972° N 72.877583° E Damanganga Main Canal: 20.308417° N 72.856417° E 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Approx. Aerial Distance from Site Details of Sampling & Monitoring 0.0 km Centre of Study Area Ambient Air Quality, Noise Soil 2.07 km (S) 2.07 km (S) 2.07 km (S) 2.07 km (S) Ambient Air Quality, Noise Groundwater Soil 2.77 km (N) 2.77 km (N) 2.77 km (N) 2.77 km (N) Ambient Air Quality, Noise Groundwater Soil 1.22 km (NE) 1.22 km (NE) 1.22 km (NE) 1.22 km (NE) Ambient Air Quality, Noise Groundwater Soil 2.26 km (SE) 2.26 km (SE) 2.26 km (SE) 2.26 km (SE) Ambient Air Quality, Noise Groundwater Soil 3.75 km (SW) 3.75 km (SW) 3.75 km (SW) 3.75 km (SW) Ambient Air Quality, Noise Groundwater Soil 4.12 km (SE) 3.38 km (NE) Surface Water Surface Water 0.1 km (E) Surface Water Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig.3.1- Base Map of Study Area UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig.3.2- Sampling & Monitoring Locations Map (5 km) Sampling & Monitoring Locations Map (5 km) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-6 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.1.2.3. STUDY PERIOD & FREQUENCY OF SAMPLING The baseline environmental study was done by following the guidelines of MoEF. As described earlier, initially the draft ToRs proposed with Form-I were considered for inception study for 5 kms area and finally the study was finalized in line with the conditions of ToRs approved by the State Level Expert Environmental Appraisal Committee of Gandhinagar, Gujarat. All the necessary maps are prepared for 10 km radial area from the site. Thus, all primary study completed for monitoring & sampling of Air, Water & Soil samples as well as all mapping done were found complying with the approved TORs awarded by SEAC, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The details of the study period, frequency of sampling & method of environmental sampling & analysis are shown below in succeeding paragraphs under respective titles. As, described above, the period of study determined was 1st March 2015 to 31st May 2015 to collect the one season (Summer/Pre-monsoon) data. The frequency of various environmental sampling & analysis was determined following the guidelines provided by MoEF in online EIA Manual. The details of frequency of environmental sampling considered for the study are illustrated in Table – 3.3. Table 3.3: Frequency of Environmental Monitoring Attributes Sampling Locations A. Air Environment Meteorological Data Ambient Air Quality B. Noise C. Water Ground Water Surface Water D. Soil Quality E. Land Use -Land Cover & Topography F. Ecological Data G. Socio-economic Data H. Other Maps Frequency Project Site 6 locations in the study area of 5 Kms. Radius from site [1 Location within project site & 1 Location in downwind direction.] 6 Locations from study area (5 kms) Hourly continuous during Study Period 24 hourly twice a week during study period Hourly for one day during Study Period Grab samples from 5 Locations from Study Area (5 KMs) Grab samples from 3 Locations from Study Area (5 KMs) Surface soil samples from 6 locations within study area (5 Kms) Study area (10 Km) Once in Study Period Study area (5 Km) Study area (5 Km) Study area (10 Km) Once in Study Period Once in Study Period Once in Study Period UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Once in Study Period Once in Study Period Once in Study Period Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-7 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.1.2.4. METHOD OF SAMPLING Selection of method for sampling, preservation and analysis plays very important role in baseline environmental study. With reference to the guidelines of CPCB & EIA Manual of MoEF, methods of sampling & analysis of environmental samples have been selected/ adopted. The method adopted for environmental sampling & analysis are illustrated in following table 3.4. Table 3.4: Method of Environmental Sampling & Analysis Attributes METHOD Sampling / Preservation A. Air Environment I. Meteorological Data II. Ambient Air Quality B. Noise C. Water & Waste Water I. Ground Water II. Surface Water D. Soil Quality E. Land Use -Land Cover & Topography, geohydrology & Other Maps F. Ecological Data G. Socioeconomic Data 3.2. Analysis Stationary weather station (AWS) Computer Aided Data Analysis As per CPCB Guideline (Respirable dust sampler and PM2.5 Sampler Instrument : Noise level meter Standard methods for examination of water and wastewater analysis published by APHA Laboratory Guide for Conducting Soil test & Plant Analysis, by J.Benton Jones, Jr. Soil & Solid waste Analysis- A laboratory manual – By Dr. P.K. Behera Satellite Imageries (1:50,000 scale), collected from NRSA, Hyderabad & Primary Study Secondary data for forest from Forest Dept. & Primary study of basic survey of non-forest area as well as verification of information collected as secondary data. Census of India 2011 Primary data collection from study area by using various Methods. As per IS5182 [Part -,(2) & (23) ] 2006 Mathematical Calculations Standard methods for examination of water and wastewater analysis published by APHA. Laboratory Guide for Conducting Soil test & Plant Analysis, by J.Benton Jones, Jr. Soil & Solid waste Analysis- A laboratory manual – By Dr. P.K. Behera Primary image analysis & GIS modelling using Arc GIS & Erdas Imagine software and Primary Study Necessary study with reference to Scheduled animals as per regulatory provisions and IUCN guideline & information Validation of Primary data with reference of Census of India 2011. Descriptive analyses of primary data. DESCRIPTION OF BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS As mentioned above, the baseline study for the present EIA was conducted during period of 1 st March 2015 to 31st May 2015 in accordance with the draft TORs proposed in Form I as well as final awarded TORs issued by SEAC, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The study was conducted with UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-8 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates reference the draft TORs in initial stage and up on receipt of approved TORs, conditions given in the approved TORs were referred for verification of scope of baseline study to modify the ongoing/completed study as well as to schedule the additional study, as required. All monitoring & sampling have been done for the study area covering 5 km radial distance from site during the study period covered the requirement of awarded TOR whereas all mappings have been done for 10 km radial area. The details of the studies conducted along with the outcomes of the studies are described with all necessary details & illustration in subsequent sections under respective heading. 3.2.1. LAND ENVIRONMENT During the present study for land environment Landuse/Landcover mapping, Geological mapping & study of geological features as well as soil quality has been studied for the present EIA. The details of the conducted studies along with necessary information, analysis and illustrations are described under respective heading below. 3.2.1.1. Geological Features The study area exposes lava flows of basalts, basaltic andesite and dacite. While lava flows of dacite are exposed in the eastern part, overlying the basaltic lava flows, the basaltic andesite are exposed in the central and western parts, again overlying the basaltic flows. The mutual volcano stratigraphic status of the basaltic andesites and dolerite, thus, could not be established. A large number of dykes of dolerite and andesitic rock have been recorded. The low lying areas are generally covered with soil, alluvium and mud. A tentative stratigraphic succession is given below: Recent to sub-recent Deccan Trap Age Intrusive Extrusives --------------------- Mud, Soil & alluvium Intrusive of basic and intermediate rocks basaltic andesitic and dacitic lava flows Base not Known ----------------------- Structure: The study area is largely covered with soil and alluvium. Only a few dolerite dykes have been recorded. As a result, not much of structural data could be collected. Lineaments: The lineaments/mega-joints recorded, show two prominent trends, viz. along ENE-WSW and along NNE-SSW. A few of them are along NNW-SSE direction. Many of the lineaments are found to be along the continuity of dykes, without having been occupied by any intrusive body, or otherwise, the intrusive dykes are not exposed which may be below the surface, along the lineaments. Dykes: The dykes show two prominent directions, viz. NNW-SSE and ENE-WSW. However, dykes along NE-SW are also recorded. Dykes, with different expositions and granularity, do not show any preferred orientation. Many dykes are composite in nature, indicating reactivation of intrusive activity along weaker planes. Economic Geology: The area, mapped, does not have any economic mineral deposit, exposed. However, basaltic rocks are suitable for their use as road-material and construction material. Local geology: In the project side, no out crops are seen. The area belongs to deccan trap age. The litho logically, the area covered with soil which have 3-5 m thickness. Below the soil the hard rock’s present. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-9 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.1.2. Topographical Features The study area is a part of sarigam, valasad district and having average elevation of 14 m to 111 m above mean sea level . Buffer Zone:The topography of this area falls into two distinct types viz. hillock in the west to north and the low lying alluvial patches with mounds and hillock in the east. The altitudes vary from 14 m to over 111 m above msl in the area of study. The higher hill ranges in the western and WN part are over 111m above msl while the alluvial patches of Damanganga river are +35 mts from the msl. Most of the alluvial patches have been brought under cultivation. Recent industrial impact in the area has changed the overall look of the once green vegetated area. The major river of the area is Damanganga which has east-west trend till Silvassa and then it takes a sudden northerly trend near the Trachyte-rhyolite complex and flows southnorth till lavachha and then takes a NW trend to drain into Arabian sea near Daman. The major tributaries of Damanganga are Dudhni nadi, Sakartond nadi, Dongarkhadi nadi, Pipriya and Rati nadi. Major dam on the Damanganga river near Madhubun (close to Silvassa) has solved the problem of water in the western area. The drainage pattern somewhat controlled by the lineaments/mega-joints. Core Zone:In the core zone, the altitudes vary from 36 m msl to 34 m msl. The slope of the area is SW to NE. There are no major nalah and river. The area is flat slop. Vegetation growth is spars in general & basically represent by bushes & grass. Figure 3.3: Digital Terrain Model of Study Area (10 km) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-10 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Figure 3.4: Topographic Map of Study Area (10 km) (Source: IRS P6 LISS-III, Arc GIS Software) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-11 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.1.3. Seismology: Sarigam (Project site) is located in Zone III of the Bureau of institute of seismological Research (ISR) 2011, seismic zone map for India. Zone III is defined as having a maximum intensity expected of around MSK III. This zone is third in severity to zone V (the highest). Zone III is also referred to as the low to medium damage risk zone. Earthquake is highly probable in this area primarily attributed to plate tectonic and fault rupture induced by continuing drift of Indian plate towards the Asian plate. The earthquake history of the Vapi region indicates fairly moderate seismicity for the project area. The tectonic elements of the area are considered capable of generating an earthquake of magnitude 4 on Richter scale. 3.2.1.4. Landuse/Landcover Lanuse /Landcover (LULC) study has been conducted for 10 km Radial area from project site. The study area is within 5 km radius of Sandhya Plasticizers & chemicals located at Sarigam GIDC Estate, village- Sarigam, Umbergaon taluka of Valsad District. Area covers around 37 villages of Umbergaon taluka, part of Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman, villages as shown in the Base map. Base map also depicts the major road and railways and river passing through the study area. The boundary of the village locations has been derived from the Census of India maps. The land use/land cover mapping was carried out using digital satellite image (Bhuvan Image 2012-13, Band 2-3-4, Year 2013) procured from NRSA, Hyderabad. The analysis of data was preceded by collection of ancillary data like the Survey of India, District series maps and Census maps as base information for interpretation. The study area was demarcated within the 5 km radius of the project site using buffer option on the ancillary map collected. Ground truth study comprises of data collection of ground features along with the respective geographical position in terms of latitudes and longitudes with GPS. Using all the collected information the data was interpreted. Interpretation of the data involved importing the data and clubbing the three layers into the single layer for interpretation. The data was in standard projection system universally followed as UTM. Finally the proportional presence of different land uses and land cover in terms of statistical percentages was derived for the study area. Appropriate legends were used to represent the various categories of land use-land cover, and are written on the prepared landuse-landcover maps. Area and distance calculations have been carried out using GIS software after geo-referencing the interpreted data. Based on the tonal variation and pattern in image the land use and land cover map of the area was generated. The eleven land use categories were delineated in this area viz. the Crop land, Rock out crop, Forest, Land without Scrub, land with Scrub, Mudflat, Sea, River, Water body, Industry and Settlement (Figure). Major portion in the study area is covered by Crop Land. The main crop grown in the area is Paddy which is usually sown during rainy season. On the boundary of the field there was growth of Coconut, Khajur, Tad trees and timber trees like Teak and Sadad. Many villages grow horticulture crops like Mango, Chiku, Sugar cane and Cashew nut. There was also cultivation of Pulses in some villages. There are areas having sparse vegetation it is mainly covered by grasses these areas are delineated as Scrub. As per the classification based on Forest Survey of India the category denotes land having bushes and poor tree growth with canopy density less than 10 percent and some land with rock out crop. These areas in middle region are mostly elevated region with sparse vegetation. Also where there is no vegetation near coast with complete white reflectance was delineated as barren land. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-12 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates The vegetation category Open was segregated based on the canopy density of 10 to 40 per cent and Close as greater than 40 per cent canopy cover area. Both open and close vegetation area are in the elevated region. But these areas have not been notified under the Forest Act and being maintained by forest department. On the coastal area there was Casuarina plantation carried out by Forest department. Mostly trees growing in this region are Teak, Australian Acacia, Sadad and Cashewnuts. There are many small water bodies in the region biggest being at Kalai village(wet land). Within the study area two rivers and its tributaries flowing they are Darotha river and Damanganga river in the west side there is Arabia Sea In the central region there is canal flow. Main industrial center in the region at Sarigam also there are some scattered industrial units in the region. Near the coastal region there are land use categories like salt pans where there is salt harvesting. Also sandy area and Mangroves class though at laces there are sparse which was seen along the creeks mostly near Darotha river, Ahu village and some patches in Maroli village. The area statistics of these classes are presented in Table. The major portion of the study region is covered by Crop land i.e. 64 percent area. Around 7.5 per cent of the area is of Scrub. Sea is covering around 6.75 per cent of the area and River is covering 2.5 with 8 per cent being vegetation region. The remaining categories cover 10.5 per cent of the area. Table 3.5: Land use area details for (10 km Radius) Area (Sq.Km2) % 21.55 7.80 6.84 2.48 Crop land, Plantations / orchards 202.36 64.24 Water bodies: River Water body Sea 6.67 1.62 21.17 2.12 0.51 6.72 4 Forest 14.97 4.75 5 Scrub Land: Land with scrub 9.91 3.15 Land Without Scrub 13.54 4.30 Others : Mudflat Rock Out Crop 4.47 10.94 1.42 3.47 315 100 S.No. 1 2 3 6 LULC Class Built up land (Urban/Rural): Settlement Industry Agriculture Land: TOTAL UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-13 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig. 3.5: Landuse area of 10 km radius of Study Area 4.30% 3.15% 1.42% 3.47% 2.48% 6.84% Settelment 4.75% Industry Crop land/ Plantation Water bodies 9.35% Forest Land with Sctub Land Without Scrub 64.24% Mudflat Rock Out Crop Fig. 3.6: Satellite (Bhuvan 2D) Image of Study Area UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-14 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig. 3.7: LULC Map of Study Area UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-15 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.1.5. Soil Quality Surface soil samples were collected from six locations within study area covering 5 km radial area from proposed site. The soil samples were collected once in study period on 6th April 2015 and the outcome of soil quality studies is tabulated in table given below. The soil samples were collected from various locations within the 5 Km radial area from the project site. Within the study area, villages are situated in various directions and distance from the project site. Out of these villages few representative soil samples were collected for detailed characterization of the soil of the area. Representative surface soil samples were collected from five villages and one from the project site within 5 Km radial distance from the project site. Soil samples were collected from these villages and project site from a depth of 10 to 20 cm below the soil surface to estimate the physic-chemical characteristics of the soil. Table 3.6: Details of Soil sampling locations Sr. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Stn code SS-01 SS -02 SS -03 SS -04 SS -05 SS -06 Location Project site Punat Pali Sarigam Angam Manda Latitude 20.305213° N 20.313408° N 20.326819° N 20.289894° N 20.299768° N 20.278707° N Longitude 72.853136° E 72.861488° E 72.839992° E 72.864691° E 72.874104° E 72.830984° E Elevation (in m) 37 33 35 38 30 27 Approx. Arial Dist. from Proj. Site (in Km) 0.00 1.22 (NE) 2.77 (N) 2.07 (S) 2.26 (SE) 3.75 (SW) The standard procedures were followed for soil sampling and analysis. The soils in the study are deep black to brownish black in colour and consist of coastal alluvium. The piedmonts at the base of the steep plateaus and dyke ridges are covered with thin soils, which support agriculture in very few areas. The river valley, wherever flat, has good quality soil and is mostly cultivated based on the availability of water. The river valley fills with thick alluvium provides the only area for cultivation. The area, being of basaltic formation, falls under the broad soil group of red loams and black clay soils. The transmission of water through similar parent material seems to have influenced the development of different physiographic characteristics of the soils in the area. The area in between the hills with sloping lands contains dark yellowish brown to very dark greyish brown gravelly clay loam to clayey soils of shallow to moderate thickness. The dissected hill and steep slopes suffer from severe erosion hazards. The steep hill slopes are almost devoid of soil. The prevailing climate in the area is Semi-arid to dry sub humid. The Soil texture of the study area varies from fine to moderate fine (i.e., Clayey). The soil type is deep clayey, cracking soil and high water retention capacity. Clay is the prominent texture class. Soils of study area has UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-16 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates medium black sandy loam type soil which is highly suitable for crops sugarcane and paddy, in Kharif and chiku, tur, gram, wheat and vegetable in Rabi and Mango in Summer season. The detailed quality of the collected soil samples are presented below in subsequent table. Table 3.7: Soil Quality of Study Area (6th April 2015) Sr. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Parameters Unit SS-01 SS-02 SS-03 SS-04 SS-05 SS-06 Bulk Density Salinity Porosity Texture Class Silt Clay Sand pH( 5% Soln) EC gm/ml ppt % -% % % -µS/cm 0.8913 0.65 55 Clay 09 80 11 7.37 113.3 0.9112 0.67 53 Clay 09 79 12 7.51 91.7 0.8963 0.63 55 Clay 09 81 11 7.03 88.9 0.8789 0.56 53 Clay 10 80 10 7.09 98.1 0.9026 0.53 52 Clay 10 79 11 7.42 101.2 0.9155 0.61 54 Clay 09 83 08 7.91 46.3 meq/100gm mg/kg mg/kg mg/kg mg/100 gm mg/100 gm -ml/100 gm mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. 20.2 19.9 19.5 20.3 21.3 19.1 325 166 219 91 0.39 58.8 49 211 0.61 0.40 11.5 344 174 169 122 0.37 67 48 231 0.29 0.31 4.1 268 114 242 103 0.46 69 50 320 0.72 0.55 11.1 324 159 198 104 0.45 52.1 51 307 0.31 0.41 8.2 362 173 201.7 133 0.41 66.5 51 345 0.47 0.51 7.8 327 152 181.5 86 0.38 51.5 49 315 0.62 0.53 8.1 0.91 0.77 0.69 0.91 0.55 0.93 CEC Sodium Potassium Nitrogen Magnesium Phosphorous SAR WHC Iron as Fe Copper as Cu Zinc as Zn Manganese as 18. Mn 19. Nickel as Ni 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. mg/lit. mg/lit. Note: EC= Electrical Conductivity , CEC= Cation Exchange Capacity, WHC= Water Holding Capacity Analysis of the samples collected show that: Porosity of soil samples were in the range of 52% (Angam Village) to 55% (in Project site and Pali) and Water Holding Capacity (WHC) of Soil samples were in the range of 48 ml/100 gm to 51 ml/100 gm. The high porosity and WHC is on account of clay nature of soil. Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) of Soil samples were in range of 19.1 meq/100gm (Manda village) to 21.30 meq/100gm (Angam Village). Electrical Conductivity of Soil samples were in range of 46.3 µS/cm (Manda Village) to 113.3 µS/cm (at project site). These results indicate that the soil EC (1:2, soil: water ratio) is less that the critical limit of 800 µS/cm. A good quality topsoil should have an electrical conductivity value within the range of 100-1500uS/cm . Hence these soils are UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-17 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates classified normal soils based on Values of EC and pH (Range from 7.03(Pali Village) to 7.91(Manda village). The physico-chemical analysis of soil samples collected from 6 locations of the project area indicates that soils are normal for growth and development of crops. Majority of soils falls under clay in texture. 3.2.2. WATER ENVIRONMENT 3.2.2.1. Geohydrology As per hydro geological investigation, water level around the Project area ranges from 5 m to 19 m below ground level (April, 2014) depending upon topography. The average seasonal fluctuation of water level in the area was reported to be 0.50 m during the year of study and information gathered during hydro geological inventory of the area. In the area, groundwater occurs under unconsolidated to consolidated conditions and is tapped by dug well & tube wells. The yield of these tube wells ranges from 73 to 78 m3/day @ 6 m3/hour for average 12 hours intermittent pumping in a day. The drawdown in the wells is varying from 0.25 to 0.5 m on different pumping rates. The recovery of the wells is varying from one to one and half hour. The general ground water flow direction in the site area is towards northwest. Table 3.8: Hydrogeological well Inventory of the existing well around the site Sampling Location TW-1 OW-2 GW-3 CANAL-4 Coordinates of Location 20°18’37.4”N 72°51’33.5E 20°18’29.4”N 72°51’34.8E 20°18’26.1”N 72°51’32.3E 20°18’35.3”N 72°51’23.1E Water Level (post monsoon) mbgl amsl Type of Well Depth (in m) Yield 3 (m /hr) Yield 3 (m /day) TDS (mg/L) 18 8 29 34 6.14 147.36 270 7 4m 33 38 - - 410 19 8 34 39 6.53 156.72 440 2 2.8*1.25*5m - 33 - - 200 In the area mainly two hydro geological units are present and having different groundwater potential are as follows: Soil & Alluvium: During pre-monsoon visit and well inventory (open dug well) shows the general water level less than 5-6m meters at most of the places. In the region tube wells were also intervention and most of the tube well attaining the depth of 18-19 meters. There was high discharge from location to location (secondary data) 30 to 70 m3/day, it shows underground development in the area is safe. Basalt: Basalt aquifer zone having the same water level 5-19 meter in pre monsoon period. A number of dug wells and tube wells are present. Discharge observed (secondary data) is 40-75 m3/day. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-18 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.2.2. Water Quality of Study Area The details of the baseline study for the proposed activities at M/s Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals related to water environment and in the surrounding villages; the water quality survey has been planned through identification of water resources and appropriate sampling locations for both surface and ground water in study area depending on topography, landuse, surface runoff as well as natural and manmade drainage/irrigation canal systems. The prevailing status of water quality has been assessed during Summer (Pre-monsson) season (April 2015). The surface water sampling has been done at five locations. One river water sample whereas four pond water samples were collected during the study period. The groundwater sampling has been done at 6 locations (4 hand pumps and 2 bore well) well distributed in the study area. Sampling locations for surface water and groundwater quality monitoring are shown in Fig. 3.1 and are enlisted in Table 3.9. As described in earlier section of this chapter, the standard methods (APHA, AWWA 2007) prescribed for surface and groundwater sampling preservation as well as the analytical procedures for individual parameter is followed in this study. The samples were collected on 6th April 2015 and results are enlisted in Table 3.10 &3.11. Table 3.9: Details of Water Sampling Locations Sr. No. Stn code 1. SW-01 2. SW -02 3. SW -03 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. GW-01 GW -02 GW -03 GW -04 GW -05 Location Latitude Longitude Darotha River-Nr. Bhilad Darotha River-Nr. Punat Damanganga Main Canal 20.296472° N 72.890944° E 20.329972° N 72.877583° E 20.308417° N 72.856417° E Punat -Hand Pump Pali- Hand Pump Sarigam, HandPump Angam, Hand Pump Manda, Hand Pump 20.314018° N 20.326545° N 20.287372° N 20.299728° N 20.279132° N 72.861354° E 72.838451° E 72.865045° E 72.875741° E 72.833131° E UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Elevation (in m) Arial Dist. from Proj. Site (in Km) 21 4.12 (SE) 19 3.38 (NE) 34 0.1 (E) 33 35 38 30 27 1.22 (NE) 2.77 (N) 2.07 (S) 2.26 (SE) 3.75 (SW) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-19 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table 3.10: Surface water Quality of Study Area: Sr. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. Note: Parameters Unit Colour (Pt-Co Scale) Unit -Odour Turbidity NTU pH -0 Temperature C TH as CaCO3 mg/lit. TDS mg/lit. Calcium as Ca mg/lit. Magnesium as Mg mg/lit. Total Alkalinity mg/lit. Chloride as Cl mg/lit. -2 Sulphate as SO4 mg/lit. Nitrate as NO3 mg/lit. Fluoride as F mg/lit. Sodium mg/lit. Potassium mg/lit. Total Nitrogen mg/lit. Total Phosphorous mg/lit. Dissolved Oxygen mg/lit. BOD mg/lit. COD mg/lit. PC mg/lit. Lead as Pb mg/lit. Arsenic mg/lit. Cadmium mg/lit. Microbiological Test Total Coliform CFU/100 ml E. Coli CFU/100 ml 10 38 8 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL Limit as per IS:105002012 5 Hazen Unobj. 1 NTU 6.5 – 8.5 -200 500 75 30 200 250 200 45 1.0 -------0.001 0.01 0.01 0.003 75 18 81 23 57 22 Absent Absent SW-01 SW-02 SW-03 1(10) 1(30) 1(10) Unobj. Unobj. Unobj. 0.1 1 0.1 7.71 8.32 7.89 31 31 31 405 291 75 1096 1060 80 88.2 48.1 20.1 40.7 28.1 7.3 167.1 117.2 95.1 571.8 503.3 17.3 48.4 98.2 7.3 0.5 0.3 0.1 0.61 0.41 BDL 332 356 18.7 14.5 12.4 8.6 BDL BDL BDL N.D. 0.05 N.D. 7.5 7.1 7.6 BDL 12 BDL BDL = TH=Total Hardness, TDS= Total Dissolved Solid. BOD=Bio-Chemical Oxygen, COD= Chemical Oxygen Demand, PC= Phenolic Compound, Unobj.= Unobjectionable, Below Detection Limit , MDL= Method Detection Limit (MDL: Fluoride-0.15 mg/lit, Total Nitrogen-5.0 mg/lit, BOD-5mg/lit, PC-0.01mg/lit, Lead-0.003 mg/lit, Arsenic-0.01 mg/lit, Cadmium-0.001 mg/lit) The physico-chemical parameters of Darotha river nearby Bhilad village showes test results of few parameters exceeding the value as per prescribed limit of IS: 10500 - 2012 in terms of Total Hardness, total dissolved solids, Calcium, Magnesium, Chloride. The bacteriological analysis of all surface water samples has faecal contamination. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-20 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table 3.11: Ground water Quality of Study Area: Sr. No. Parameters Colour (Pt-Co Scale) 1. 2. Odour 3. Turbidity 4. pH 5. Temperature 6. Total Hardness as CaCO3 7. Total Dissolved Solid 8. Calcium as Ca 9. Magnesium as Mg 10. Total Alkalinity 11. Chloride as Cl -2 12. Sulphate as SO4 13. Nitrate as NO3 14. Fluoride as F 15. Sodium 16. Potassium 17. Total Nitrogen 18. Total Phosphorous 19. Dissolved Oxygen 20. Bio-Chemical Oxygen 21. Chemical Oxygen Demand 22. Phenolic Compound 23. Lead as Pb 24. Arsenic 25. Cadmium Microbiological Test 26. Total Coliform 27. Note: E. Coli Unit GW-01 GW-02 GW-03 GW-04 Unit 1(<5) Unobj. BDL 7.17 32 341 396 130.2 16.2 239.6 139.2 70.3 2.6 0.66 32.1 4.7 BDL 0.11 4.6 6 21 BDL BDL BDL BDL 1(<5) Unobj. 0.1 7.17 32 178 256 48.6 16.5 213.2 23.1 18.2 1.0 0.2 26.3 7.1 BDL 0.05 5.2 5 17 BDL BDL BDL BDL 1(<5) Unobj. BDL 7.19 32 165 132 40.1 15.8 171 24.1 15.3 2.9 0.3 23.3 11.1 BDL N.D. 4.2 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL 1(<5) Unobj. 0.1 7.06 32 263 256 84.2 15.3 214.7 61.3 51.2 6.1 0.71 26.5 11.7 BDL 0.05 4.5 6 19 BDL BDL BDL BDL Limit as per IS:105002012 1(<5) 5 Hazen Unobj. Unobj 0.1 1 NTU 7.13 6.5 – 8.5 31 -235 200 212 500 74.2 75 23.2 30 268 200 50.1 250 26.4 200 0.8 45 0.67 1.0 26.7 -10.8 -BDL -N.D. -3.9 -BDL -BDL -BDL 0.001 BDL 0.01 BDL 0.01 BDL 0.003 Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent -- NTU -0 C mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. mg/lit. CFU/ 100 ml CFU/ 100 ml GW-05 Absent Absent BDL = Unobj.= Unobjectionable, Below Detection Limit , MDL= Method Detection Limit (MDL: Turbidity- 0.1 NTU, Fluoride-0.15 mg/lit, Total Nitrogen-5.0 mg/lit, BOD-5mg/lit, COD-5.0 mg/lit, PC-0.01mg/lit, Lead-0.003 mg/lit, Arsenic-0.01 mg/lit, Cadmium-0.001 mg/lit) Results Obtained for physicochemical characteristics of groundwater are summarized in Tables 3.11. The result of physicochemical characteristics for groundwater sample GW 01, test results of few parameters exceeding the value as per prescribed limit of IS: 10500- 2012 in terms of Total Hardness, total dissolved solids, buffering capacity of alkalinity . As per the results ground water quality of GW 01 is hard. The results of bacteriological analysis of ground water samples revels that there is no faecal contamination of the ground water. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-21 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.3 MICRO METEOROLOGY Site specific micrometeorological data for the project site have been generated at Unistar Environment & Research Laboratories Pvt. Ltd, VIP GIDC area, which is 9.00 km away from the project site in the direction of South-East. The data were collected on hourly basis throughout the study period viz.; March 2015 to May 2015. The details of the micrometeorology of the site are presented in subsequent paragraphs. 3.2.3.1 Humidity Average relative humidity of the site area is recorded as 62.13% with minimum 13.40 % and maximum 94.50 %. 3.2.3.2 Temperature Maximum temperature during the study period was noticed on 43.35 °C whereas the minimum was recorded on 20.05 °C. The average temperature for the study period was recorded to be 30.91 °C. 3.2.2.3. Rainfall There was no rainfall during the study period in the study area. However, historical rainfall data for year 2009-2013, as listed on website of IMD indicates that annual rainfall in the region of has been recorded to be around 2100 mm. 3.2.2.4. Mixing Height Mixing height of the area been estimated from the primary micrometeorological data using RAMMET VIEW developed by Lakes Environmental Software. The estimated hourly average maximum rural mixing height is found to be 1642.44m. Minimum hourly average rural mixing height is found to be 277.02 m. The seasonal daily average rural mixing height is found to be 1376.13m. 3.2.2.5. Wind Pattern The data of wind pattern collected during the study period indicates that the wind was blowing dominantly from 238 Degree (NNE) with 43% Hrs. out of 2208 total hours. The average wind speed was noticed to be around 3.05 m/sec. Maximum wind speed has been noticed to be 21.61 m/s. During study period, 51 calm hours has been noticed. The wind speed was mostly noticed between 2.1-3.6 m/s for about 989 Hrs. (44.79%) out of 2157 non-calm Hours. The details of wind pattern in form of wind frequency distribution are presented below in tabular form as well as in graphical illustration. The wind rose diagram is also presented in subsequent figure. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-22 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table.3.12: Wind Frequency Distribution Data (Source: Weather Station, Primary Data, UERL) Directions 337.5 - 22.5 22.5 - 67.5 67.5 - 112.5 112.5 - 157.5 157.5 - 202.5 202.5 - 247.5 247.5 - 292.5 292.5 - 337.5 Sub-Total Calms Missing/Incomplete Total Wind Classes (m/s) 0.1- 2.1 2.1-3.6 3.6-5.7 5.7-8.8 8.8-11.1 >= 11.1 Total 17 79 21 0 0 0 117 33 84 35 0 0 0 152 30 18 7 2 0 0 57 36 57 17 11 0 0 121 47 115 102 91 26 17 398 187 253 128 38 5 0 611 156 236 31 0 0 0 423 73 147 58 0 0 0 278 579 989 399 142 31 17 2157 51 0 2208 Fig.3.8: Wind Frequency Distribution Chart: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-23 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig.3.9: Wind Rose Diagram UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-24 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.4. AIR ENVIRONMENT As tabulated in earlier section of this chapter, the Ambient Air Quality Monitoring conducted at 6 locations (i.e. 1 location is within the Project site & 5 locations are outside the Project site) within the study area. The details of monitoring locations are presented below in subsequent table as ready reference. One seasonal ambient air monitoring data was collected during the study period of March 2015 to May 2015. The parameters monitored for the ambient air quality monitoring are PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx and CO. PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx have been monitored on 24 hourly basis and CO has been monitored twice in a week at each location. Repairable dust sampler with gaseous sampling attachment and fine particulate sampler were used for monitoring of PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx. CO were monitored with the help of PID based CO detector. The outcomes of the Ambient Air Quality assessment for the selected locations are presented below in tabular form. Table 3.13: Ambient Air Monitoring Locations Sr. No. 1. Stn code AQ--01 Location Latitude Longitude Project Site 20.305286°N 72.853055°E Elevation (in m) 38 Arial Dist. from Proj. Site (in Km) 0.00 2. AQ—02 Punat Village 20.314013°N 72.861383°E 33 1.22 (NE) 3. AQ—03 Pali Village 20.326543° N 72.838510°E 35 2.77 (N) 4. AQ—04 Sarigam Village 20.287368°N 72.865055°E 38 2.07 (S) 5. AQ--05 Angam Village 20.299721°N 72.875758°E 30 2.26 (SE) 6. AQ--06 Manda Village 20.279145°N 72.833127°E 27 3.75 (SW) During the study period major direction of the wind blowing from was noticed South-West direction and the average wind speed was observed 3.04 m/s. Table 3.14: Ambient Air Quality of Study Area Monitoring Location Parameter Project Site (AQ1) Punat (AQ2) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Min Max Avg 98% Min Max Avg 98% PM10 µg/m3 65.00 92.00 80.00 91.54 36.00 64.00 49.13 62.16 PM2.5 µg/m3 17.00 35.00 25.96 34.54 7.00 20.00 13.58 19.08 SO2 µg/m3 15.00 27.00 19.54 25.62 10.00 16.00 13.42 16.00 NOx µg/m3 18.00 29.00 22.63 28.08 11.00 20.00 15.00 20.00 Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-25 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Pali (AQ3) Sarigam (AQ4) Angam (AQ5) Manda (AQ6) NAAQS (2009) Min Max Avg 98% Min Max Avg 98% Min Max Avg 98% Min Max Avg 98% 24 Hr. Avg. 45.00 76.00 60.79 75.54 55.00 87.00 70.96 85.16 40.00 76.00 61.00 74.62 37.00 62.00 51.75 62.00 100.00 8.00 21.00 14.13 20.54 12.00 26.00 19.88 25.54 10.00 24.00 17.79 23.54 10.00 21.00 15.42 20.54 60.00 10.00 17.00 13.46 16.54 12.00 17.00 14.50 17.00 12.00 15.00 13.42 15.00 10.00 15.00 13.67 15.00 80.00 12.00 18.00 15.29 18.00 14.00 19.00 17.00 19.00 13.00 19.00 15.92 18.54 13.00 18.00 15.58 18.00 80.00 98 percentile value of PM10 was found between 91.54 (Project site) and 62.00 (Manda). 98 percentile value of PM2.5 was found between 34.54 (Project site) and 19.08 (Punat). 98 percentile value of SO2 was found between 25.62 (Project site) and 15.00 (Manda and Angam). 98 percentile value of NOx was found between 28.08 (Project site) and 18.00 (Manda and Pali). Maxium level of PM10 was found in case of Project site (92.00) where as minimum was found in case of Punat (36.00). Maxium level of PM2.5 was found in case of Project site (35.00) where as minimum was found in case of Punat (7.00). Maxium level of SO2 was found in case of Project site (27.00) where as minimum was found in case of Punat, Pali and Manda (10.00). Maxium level of NOx was found in case of Project site (29.00) where as minimum was found in case of Punat (11.00). 24 hrly average value of PM10 was found between 80.00 (Project site) and 49.13 (Punat). 24 hrly average value of PM2.5 was found between 25.96 (Project site) and 13.58 (Punat). 24 hrly average value of SO2 was found between 19.54 (Project site) and 13.42 (Punat, Angam). 24 hrly average value of NOx was found between 22.63 (Project site) and 15.00 (Punat). 3.2.5. AMBIENT NOISE Ambient Noise level for the present EIA study has been done at six locations presented in subsequent table 3.15. The noise level was monitored once in study period at each location for one full day (24 Hrs.). The outcomes of the noise level monitoring are presented in table 3.16. Table 3.15: Ambient Air Monitoring Locations Sr. No. 1. 2. 3. Stn code N1 N2 N3 Location Project Site Punat Village Pali Village Latitude 20.305286°N 20.314013°N 20.326543° N UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Longitude 72.853055°E 72.861383°E 72.838510°E Elevation (in m) 38 33 35 Arial Dist. from Proj. Site (in Km) 0.00 1.22 (NE) 2.77 (N) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-26 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 4. 5. 6. N4 N5 N6 Sarigam Village Angam Village Manda Village 20.287368°N 20.299721°N 20.279145°N 72.865055°E 72.875758°E 72.833127°E 38 30 27 2.07 (S) 2.26 (SE) 3.75 (SW) Table 3.16: Ambient Noise Level in Study Area Loc. Code N1 N2 N3 N4 N5 N6 Location Project Site Punat Village Pali Village Sarigam Village Angam Village Manda Village Min dB (A) 50.0 44.5 45.6 47.2 45.3 43.9 Residential Industrial - Day Time Max Average dB (A) db(A) 60.2 55.3 51.5 48.0 52.7 49.2 55.3 51.3 52.5 48.9 52.3 48.1 CPCB Standards 75 75 Min dB (A) 44.6 40.2 41.8 42.9 41.3 42.3 Night Time Max dB (A) 56.2 47.6 50.6 52.2 51.2 51.8 Average db(A) 50.5 43.9 46.2 47.6 46.3 47.0 - - 45 70 The noise levels at all locations were found well within the limits of Ambient Noise Level stipulated by CPCB. Slight higher night noise level is observed at Project site as the site is situated in industrial estate. No critical issue of noise level in the study area has been observed throughout the study period. 3.2.6. ECOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT Study of vegetation was carried out within 5 km radius around proposed site. Observations were made at different sampling points and qualitative as well as quantitative analysis of the vegetation was carried out. Methodology: The primary objective of survey was to describe the floral and faunal communities within the study area. The sampling plots for floral inventory were selected randomly in the suitable habitats within the 10km radius from the project site. The methodology adopted for faunal survey involve; Random survey, Opportunistic observations, Diurnal bird observation, active search for reptiles, faunal habitat assessment, active search for scats and foot prints and review of previous studies, Desktop literature review was conducted to indentify the representative spectrum of threatened species, population and ecological communities listed by IUCN, ZSI, BSI and Indian wild Life Protection act, 1972. Habitat Description: The project site of this new project is situated in the notified industrial area of GIDC, Sarigam. Most of the area within the study area comprises of urbanised landscape with very limited vegetation, faunal diversity and richness as the area is situated within the GIDC notified industrial area. And the periphery of the core site is flanked by industrial units. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-27 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates The vegetation mostly comprises of open scrub vegetation. Prosopis juliflora (Jangali Babul) is observed to be dominant in the study area. Some portion of the study area is occupied by rural area, agricultural field, social forestry and limited natural vegetation. Few patches of sparse forest come under study areas which are illustrated in the subsequent figure presenting Forest Cover of study area. Plants and animals are subjected to many environmental stressors, including the diverse array of industrial activities and industrial chemicals in the environment. The biotic composition in the study region, in particular to Umbergaon taluka indicates richness in species diversity. Fig.3.10: Forest Cover of Study Area UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-28 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.6.1. Flora of the Study area: The zone of Umbergoan Taluka shows fairly rich in plant biodiversity having more of annual and perennial herbaceous vegetation. The small hillocks existing in the perimeter of the proposed project site are already degraded forest patches and mainly comprised of planted trees and shrubs. Among the plant biodiversity none of the species belongs to IUCN Red List as well as Schedule species as per Wildlife list. From the observations of field survey and also from database of the pattern and type of vegetation clearly indicate that the zone is fairly good in plant biodiversity. Ecologically the area has residual impression of forest in the past. The conservation management practice by forest department over the hilly landscape has helped to regain some good forest patches. The following Tables have listed occurrence of plant species. Biotic interactions among species and abiotic factors (including edaphic and climatic characteristics) influence plant assemblages in many complex ways that lead to the expression of differences at the species, community, and ecosystem levels. Disturbances within the area differ from place to place, the areas near and within RF are having rich species distribution compared to the areas under various landuse. Following table show the list of reported and observed plant species in the study area: Table 3.17: List of Major Flora S. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. Scientific name Tectona grandis L.f. Terminalia tomentosa Adina cordifolia Ougeinia dalbergioides Albizia lebbeck Erythrina variegata L. Lagerstroemia lanceolata Lannea coromandelica Garuga pinnata Madhuca indica Acacia farnesiana var. farnesiana Acacia catechu Bridelia retusa Mitragyna parvifolia Bombax ceiba Sterculia urens Anogeissus latifolia Heterophragma quadricolor Holoptelea integrifolia Terminalia bellerica Bauhinia variegata UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Family Lamiaceae Combretaceae Rubiaceae Fabaceae Leguminosae Leguminosae. Lythraceae Anacardiaceae Burseraceae Sapotaceae Fabaceae Fabaceae Phyllanthaceae Rubiaceae Fabaceae Malvaceae Combretaceae Bignoniaceae Ulmaceae Combretaceae Fabaceae IUCN status LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC VU LC LC LC LC LC LC Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-29 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates S. No. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. Scientific name Grewia tiliaefolia Dalbergia latifolia Mangifera indica Gmelina arborea Syzygium cumini Cassia fistula Ficus glomerata Mimusops elengi Aegle marmelos Pongamia pinnata Carissa carandas Cordia dichotoma Semecarpus anacardium Plumeria alba Borassus flabellifer Thespesia populnea Samanea saman Pandanus odoratissimus Tamarindus indica Phoenix sylvestris Thevetia peruviana Hyphaene dichotoma Typha angustifolia Casuarina equisetifolia Ficus hispida Polyalthia longifolia Mimusops hexandra Achras sapota Anthocephalus cadamba Gliricidia sepium IUCN status LC VU LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC NT LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC Family Malvaceae Leguminosae Anacardiaceae Lamiaceae Myrtaceae Fabaceae Moraceae Sapotaceae Rutaceae Fabaceae Apocynaceae Boraginaceae Anacardiaceae Apocynaceae Arecaceae Malvaceae Fabaceae Pandanaceae Fabaceae Arecaceae Apocynaceae Arecaceae Typhaceae Casuarinaceae Moraceae Annonaceae Sapotaceae Sapotaceae Rubiaceae Fabaceae Table 3.18: List of Wildly Occurring Flora S. No. Scientific name Family 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Acanthaceae Acanthaceae Acanthaceae Acanthaceae Acanthaceae Acanthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Blepharis repens Gantelbua urens Haplanthus tentaculatus Hygrophila auriculata Rungia pectinata Rungia repens Alternanthera pungens Aerva sanguinolenta Aerva lanata Achyranthes aspera UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-30 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates S. No. Scientific name Family 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Amaranthaceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Aizoaceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Asteraceae Boraginaceae Boraginaceae Boraginaceae Boraginaceae Boraginaceae Brassicaceae Brassicaceae Caryophyllaceae Cleomaceae Commelinaceae Commelinaceae Amaranthus blitum Amaranthus spinosus Amaranthus tenuifolius Amaranthus viridis Celosia argentea Chenopodium album Chenopodium murale Digera muricata Nothosaerva brachiata Ageratum conyzoides Bidens biternata Blumea belangeriana Blumea eriantha Blumea lacera Blumea membranacea Blumea obliqua Caesulia axillaris Eclipta protrata Glossocardia bosvallea Gnaphalium indicum Goniocaulon indicum Trianthema portulacastrum Grangea maderaspatana Launaea procumbens Sclerocarpus africanus Sphaeranthus indicus Tridax procumbens Vernonia cinerea Vicoa indica Coldenia procumbens Heliotropium indicum Heliotropium supinum Trichodesma amplexicaule Trichodesma zeylanicum Lepidium sativum Roripa indica Vaccaria pyramidata Cleome viscosa Commelina benghalensis Commelina diffusa UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. 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Commelinaceae Convolvulaceae Convolvulaceae Convolvulaceae Convolvulaceae Convolvulaceae Convolvulaceae Convolvulaceae Cyperaceae Cyperaceae Cyperaceae Cyperaceae Cyperaceae Cyperaceae Cyperaceae Cyperaceae Cyperaceae Dioscoreaceae Elatinaceae Eriocaulaceae Eriocaulaceae Euphorbiaceae Euphorbiaceae Euphorbiaceae Euphorbiaceae Euphorbiaceae Euphorbiaceae Euphorbiaceae Euphorbiaceae Euphorbiaceae Fabaceae Fabaceae Fabaceae Fabaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Murdannia nudiflora Cuscuta chinensis Cuscuta reflexa Ipomoea fistulosa Ipomoea indica Merremia gangetica Merremia tridentate Merremia vitifolia Cyperus brevifolius Cyperus compressus Cyperus difformis Cyperus haspan Cyperus iria Cyperus rotundus Fimbristylis microcarpa Fimbristylis miliacea Scirpus lateriflorus Tacca leontopetaloides Bergia ammannioides Eriocaulon eleanorae Eriocaulon quinquangularis Acalypha ciliata Acalypha indica Chrozophora prostrate Chrozophora rottleri Euphorbia geniculata Euphorbia hirta Euphorbia parviflora Euphorbia rothiana Euphorbia thymifolia Aeschynomene indica Alysicarpus bupleurifolius Alysicarpus longifolius Alysicarpus tetragonolobus Cassia absus Cassia tora Crotalaria albia Crotalaria calycina Crotalaria filipes Crotalaria linifolia UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. 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Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Fabiaceae Gentianaceae Gentianaceae Gentianaceae Gentianaceae Hydroleaceae Lamiaceae Lamiaceae Lamiaceae Linderniaceae Linderniaceae Linderniaceae Linderniaceae Linderniaceae Linderniaceae Lythraceae Lythraceae Lamiaceae Lamiaceae Malvaceae Crotalaria triquetra Cyathocline purpurea Desmodium dichotomum Desmodium gangeticum Goniogyna hirta Indigofera astragalina Indigofera cordifolia Indigofera oblongifolia Indigofera tinctoria Indigofera trita Medicago sativa Melilotus alba Melilotus indica Neptunia triquetra Psoralea corylifolia Smithia conferta Smithia sensitiva Tephrosia pumila Tephrosia purpurea Tephrosia strigosa Zornia gibbosa Canscora diffusa Enicostema hyssopifolium Exacum pedunculatum Hoppea dichotoma Hydrolea zeylanica Leucas aspera Leucas biflora Leucas martinicensis Lindernia antipoda Lindernia ciliata Lindernia crustacean Lindernia multiflora Lindernia oppositifolia Lindernia parviflora Ammannia baccifera Ammannia multiflora Moschosma polystachyum Salvia plebeia Abutilon indicum UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. 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Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Malvaceae Menispermaceae Martyniaceae Molluginaceae Molluginaceae Molluginaceae Nyctaginaceae Onagraceae Orobanchaceae Orobanchaceae Orobanchaceae Orobanchaceae Orobanchaceae Oxalidaceae Oxalidaceae Papaveraceae Phyllanthaceae Plantaginaceae Plantaginaceae Polygalaceae Polygalaceae Polygalaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Corchorus aestuans Corchorus capsularis Corchorus fascicularis Corchorus olitorius Hibiscus panduraeformis Hibiscus sabdariffa Malachra capitata Melochia corchorifolia Sida acuta Sida alba Triumfetta rhomboidea Triumfetta rotundifolia Urena lobata Cocculus hirsutus Martynia annua Mollugo pentaphylla Glinus lotoides Glinus oppositifolius Boerhavia diffusa Ludwigia perennis Buchnera hispida Centranthera indica Ramphicarpa longiflora Striga angustifolia Striga asiatica Biophytum sensitivum Oxalis corniculata Argemone mexicana Phyllanthus maderaspatensis Bacopa monnieri Dopatrium junceum Polygala chinensis Polygala erioptera Portulaca oleracea Brachiaria ramose Cenchrus biflorus Chloris barbata Chloris quinquesetica Coix lachryma-jobi Cynodon dactylon UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. 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Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Poaceae Portulacaceae Primulaceae Rubiaceae Rubiaceae Rubiaceae Sapindaceae Scrophulariaceae Scrophulariaceae Scrophulariaceae Scrophulariaceae Solanaceae Solanaceae Solanaceae Typhaceae Urticaceae Vahliaceae Verbenaceae Vitaceae Vitaceae Vitaceae Xanthorrhoeaceae Zygophyllaceae Desmostachya bipinnata Dinebra retroflexa Echinochloa colonum Eragrostis diarrhena Eragrostis tenella Heteropogon contortus Ischaemum indicum Oryza rufipogon Setaria glauca Setaria tomentosa Themeda quadrivalvis Portulaca quadrifida Anagallis arvensis Anotis foetida /Neanotis subtilis Borreria articularis Borreria stricta Cardiospermum halicacabum Sopubia delphinifolia Stemodia serrata Scrophulariaceae Sutera dissecta Physalis minima Solanum nigrum Solanum surattense Typha angustata Pouzolzia zeylanica Vahlia digyna Phyla nodiflora Leea edgeworthii Leea indica Leea macrophylla Asphodelus tenuifolius Tribulus terrestris 3.2.6.2. Fauna of the Study area: Mammals During observations, the sighting of wild animals was negligible in the entire study area. The assessment of wild life fauna has been carried out on the basis of information collected from personal interviews with local peoples. Reptiles UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-35 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates During field survey common garden lizard, common skink, Garden Lizard was observed in the study area, but as per the Ranger officer and the local information collected from the villagers there are snakes belonging to both poisonous and nonpoisonous category. According to Villegers Dhaman or Oriental Ratsnake (Ptyas mucosus) found in the study area. Insects Insects can also serve as useful indicators of forest biodiversity. They are responsible for a large part of the complex interconnections that characterize forest ecosystems. The insect communities that are present in forests help to maintain crucial ecological processes and preserve biodiversity as a whole. They participate in most of the ecological processes that sustain ecosystems. Many more characteristics of insects made them the most important part of ecological balance. During survey period, varieties of insects were also observed; Insects like Dragonflies, Butterflies, Honey Bees, and House Fly are observed. Avifauna During avifauna survey actual counts of birds were made following the standard survey technique by traveling a known distance in which designated sampling areas occur. Observations were made during a walk through in the chosen transect for sighting the birds. The number of birds observed in one milometer stretch of the site was directly counted and list was made. The milometer of the car was used to measure the stretch of the study transect. Dominant birds in the study area are Red vented bulbul, Common peafowl, Common myna, House sparrow, House crow, Black drongo, Small green bee eater, Spotted dove, Rose ring parakeet, Blue rock pigeon, House swift, common babbler and the other birds are Indian robin, Black ibis, Indian roller, white wagtail, Pond heron, cattle egret .The list Avifauna observed during filed survey is depctited in table below. Fisheries Study area is nearer to the sea coast and Damanganga River is flowing through the study area therefore fishery is an important business in this area. Therefore fishery is economically important in this area. Umargam is one of the coastal taluka of Valsad district in Gujarat State, contributing to the marine fish production as well as inland fish production. The study area has a large potential for inland fisheries including brackish water and fresh water. Marine fisheries are very important for their commercial value. The important commercial groups of marine fishes in the study area includes bombay duck, mullet, mud skipper, hilsa, catfish, clupeids, coilia, miscellaneous fishes, shrimps and crab . The fishing crafts used for fishing in the study area is non-mechanized boats and small boats whereas fishing gears are gill nets, bag nets and cast nets. Table 3.19: List of fauna recorded from Forest Department: S. Common name No. Amphibians: 1. Common Indian Toad Scientific name Family IUCN status Duttaphrynus melanostictus / Bufo Bufonidae LC UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-36 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates S. Common name No. Scientific name Family IUCN status Duttaphrynus stomaticus / Bufo stomasticus Philautus sp. , Philautus Species P. sp. nov. 'Amboli Forest' Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis Hoplobatrachus tigerinus Indirana leithii Bufonidae LC Rhacophoridae LC Dicroglossidae Dicroglossidae Ranixalidae LC LC VU Viverricula indica Viverridae LC Funambulus pennati Sciuridae LC Lissemys punctata Hemidactylus brookii Calotes versicolor Chameleon zeylanicus Trionchidae Gekkonidae Agamidae Chamaeleonidae LC Mabuya carinata Sciuridae LC Lygosoma punctata Varnus bengalensis Elaphe Helena / Coelognathus helena Ptyas mucosa Argyrogena fasciolatus Oligodon arnensis Dendrelaphis tristis Ahaetulla nasuta Naja naja Lapemis curtus Daboia russelii Scincidae Varanidae Colubridae LC LC LC Colubridae Colubridae Colubridae Colubridae Colubridae Elapidae Elapidae Viperidae LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC Corvus splendens Acridotheres tristis Bubulcus ibis Upupa epops Vanellus indicus Eudynamys scolopacea Pavo cristatus Merops orientalis Dendrocitta vagabunda Streptopelia chinensis Megalaima haemacephala Corvidae Sturnidae Ardeidae Upupidae Charadriidae Cuculidae Phasianidae Meropidae Corvidae Corvidae Ramphastidae LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC Coracias benghalensis Haradriidae LC melanosticus 2. Marbled toad 3. Bush frog 4. Skittering frog 5. Indian bull frog 6. Leith’s Frog Reptiles: 7. Small Indian civet Five striped palm 8. Squirrel 9. Flap shell turtle 10. Brook’s Gecko 11. Common garden lizard 12. Chameleon Common Brahminy 13. skink 14. Snake skink 15. Common Indian monitor 16. Trinket Snake 17. Rat Snake 18. Banded Racer 19. Common kukri snake 20. Common Bronze back 21. Vine Snake 22. Indian cobra 23. Shaw’s sea snake 24. Russel’s Viper Aves: 25. Common Crow 26. Indian myna 27. Cattle Egret 28. Hoopoe 29. Red wattled lapwing 30. Asian Koel 31. Common Peafowl 32. Little green bee eater 33. Indian tree pie 34. Spotted dove 35. Crimson breasted barbet 36. Indian roller UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) LC LC LC Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-37 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates S. 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Common name Little Egret Yellow wattled lapwing River tern White breasted water hen Purple Moorhen Coot Red shank Curlew Black winged stilt Pied Avocet Blue rock pigeon Yellow Footed green Pigeon Greater Coucal Blue throated barbet Barn Owl House/Little Swift White Throated kingfisher Small blue kingfisher Yellow wagtail Common Hawk-cuckoo Spotted owlet Ling tailed shrike Golden Oriole Blackheaded oriole Gray tit Large Cuckoo-Shrike Chloropsis Common ora Redvented bulbul Yellow eyed babbler Common babbler Paradise flycatcher Fantail flycatcher Tailor bird Magpie robin Indian robin Gray wagtail Purple-rumped sunbird Baya weaver bird House sparrow Indian skimmer Pheasant tailed jacana Scientific name Egretta garzetta Vanellus malabaricus Sterna aurantia Amauromis phoenicurus Ardeidae Charadriidae Laridae Rallidae IUCN status LC LC LC LC Porphyrio porphyrio Fulica atra Tringa totanus Numenius arquata Himantopus Himantopus Recurvirostra avosetta Columba livia Treron phoenicoptera Rallidae Rallidae Scolopacidae Scolopacidae Recurvirostridae Recurvirostridae Columbidae Columbidae LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC Centropus sinensis *Megalaima asiatica (D) Tyto alba Apus affinis Halcyon smyrnensis Cuvulidae Ramphastidae Tytonidae Apodidae Alcedinidae LC LC LC LC LC Alcedo atthis Motacilla flowa Cuculus varius Athene brama Lanius schach Oriolus oriolus Oriolus xanthornus Parus major Coracina melanoptera Chloropsis aurifrons Aegithina tiphia Pycnonotus cafer Chrysomma sinense Turdoides caudatus Terpsiphone paradisi Rhipidura albicollis Ortotomus sutorius Copsychus saularis Saxicoloides fulicata Motacilla caspica Nectarinia asiatica Ploceus phillipinus Passer domesticus Rynchops albicollis Hydrophasianus chirurgus Alcedinidae Motacillidae Cuculidae Strigidae Laniidae Oriolidae Oriolidae Paridae Campephagidae Chloropseidae Aegithinidae Pycnonotidae Timalidae Timalidae Monarchidae Riphiduridae Sylviidae Muscicapidae Muscicapidae Motacillidae Nectariniidae Ploceidae Passeridae Laridae Jacanidae LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC VU LC UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. 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Brahminy kite Mammals: 100 Indian Flying fox 101 Short-nosed fruit bat 102 Grey musk shrew 103 Indian Pipistrelle / house bat 104 Common house rat 105 Common house mouse 106 Bandicoot Rat 107 Common palm civet 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 Scientific name Family Metopiius indicus Burhinus oedicnemus Accipiter badius Strptopelia decaocto Psturnus roseus Platalea leucorodia Phalacrocorax niger Egretta gularis Ardea cinerea Ardeola graji Nycticorax nycticorax Pseudibis papillosa Anastomus oscitans Podiceps ruficollis Sarkidiomis melanotos Tadorna ferruginae Anas crecca Anas platyrhynchos Milvus migrans Elanus caeruleus Haliastur indus Jacanidae Burhinidae Accipitridae Columbidae Sturnidae Threskiornithidae Phalacrocoracidae Ardeidae Ardeidae Ardeidae Ardeidae Threskiornithidae Ciconiidae Podicipedidae Anatidae Anatidae Anatidae Anatidae Accipitridae Accipitridae Accipitridae Pteropus giganteus Cynopterus sphinx Suncus murinus Pipistrellus coromandra Rattus rattus Mus musculus Bandicota indica Paradoxurus hermaphroditus Common Mongoose Herpestes edwardsi Hare Lepus nigricollis Small Indian mongoose Herpestes vitticolis Indian fox Vulpes bengalensis Long tailed tree mouse Vandeleuria oleracea Indian field mouse Mus booduga Small Indian civet Viverricual indica Five striped palm Funambulus pennati Squirrel IUCN status LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC LC PTEROPODIDAE PTEROPODIDAE Soricidae Vespertilionidae LC LC LC LC Muridae Muridae Muridae Viverridae LC LC LC LC Herpestidae Leporidae Herpestidae Canidae Muridae Muridae Viverridae Sciuridae NR LC LC LC LC LC LC LC Note: Vulnerable (VU) - High risk of endangerment in the wild Least Concern (LC) - Lowest risk. Does not qualify for more at risk category. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-39 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.7. SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT A Baseline data/information on socio-economic front has been collected with the help of 2011 census data, discussion with Tahsildars, Sarpanchs, various Government officials, local heads, etc. as well as by suitable field surveys. The study brings out the following features in this respect. There are 10 villages coming within the study area of 05 km study area. As per census 2011, the study area has total population of around 58,894 people. The demographic status of the study area is reported. From the total population 31073 are males and 27821 are females. Among them there are 7,570 populations under age of 0-6 years. A number of the peoples belongs to SC & ST community, from the total population 1,642 SC and 33479 are belongs to ST community. Research Methodology Research Methodology is a crucial part in any research study in order to meet the desired level of outcome pertaining to existing research problem. It starts with identification of research problem based on objective of the study followed by other methodological processes like identification of data sources, collection of data in terms of qualitative and quantitative, data cleaning, data entry, data analysis, and deriving the significant findings. Beneficiaries: The main beneficiaries of the study Children –Education and health, Parents and community – Hygiene, awareness and health Women- nutrition for pregnant and lactating mothers ; information to set-up home enterprises, Farmers also get information regarding new schemes for agriculture development. Men- Awareness of general information about sanitation and hygiene, employment, programme and scheme, opportunity for new employment generation etc. Universe: The study was conducted from 10 villages as per ToR requirements. The new proposed project study area within 5 Km. Determination of Sample size: Judgmental and purposive sample method was used for choosing respondents of varies section of society. Total populations are 58,894 people. Two or five Sample ware selected from each villages of study area. Judgmental and purposive sample method includes the right cases from the total population that helps to fulfill the purpose of research needs. Data Collection Method: Data was gathered through primary as well as secondary information. Source of data: (I.) Secondary data sources While conducting study, focus is first on the data available at the secondary level – governance statement, office noting sheet, Panchayat office, Block office, published reports and documents available under the official recording system. Census of India 2011 is our main source data, analyzing this data provides basic findings about the overall aspects of the programme. (II.) Primary data sources Primary data was collected by Questionnaire interview, Personal interview. Case study, observations, Focus group discussions will also be conducted within the villages to gather qualitative information. Many old, experienced and intellectuals of the sample UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-40 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates village, doctors of the PHC Primary health Centre, ASHA worker, teachers and Talati and Sarpanch of the respective villages were interviewed regarding the matter. Data analysis and interpretation: Collected data was analyzed through qualitative and quantitative method of analysis. The researcher also design problem tree focusing major problems. Limitations: It may be difficult to survey as localities move early morning for work and many of them were not available during day time. Language may be one of the important barriers to reach to the reality of the problem as the total crowd was Tribal, so keeping in mind the team included the linguistic experts to overcome the issue. 3.2.7.1. Demography As per census 2011, the study area has total population of around 58,894 people. The demographic status of the study area is reported in following Table 3.18.Majority of Male population in the study area. Table – 3.20: Population Details (2011) Source: Census of India-2011 Total Population Sr. No. 1 Population (0-6 Years) Total Male Female Total Male Female 58894 31073 27821 7570 3934 3636 Table – 3.21: Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes Sr. No. Schedule Caste Total 1 12886 Source: Census of India-2011 Scheduled Tribe Male 863 1642 Total Household Female 779 Total 33479 Male 16731 Female 16748 Fig.3.11: Total population of Study Area Total Poulation 58894 60000.00 50000.00 31073 40000.00 27821 30000.00 20000.00 7570 10000.00 12886 3934 3636 0.00 Total Male Female Total Population UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Total Male Female Population (0-6 Years) Total Household Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-41 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fig.3.12: Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes SC and ST Population 33479 40000 30000 20000 10000 0 16748 16731 1642 Total 863 779 Male Female Schedule Caste Total Male Female Scheduled Tribe Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes Population: Out of Total Population SC and ST community populations are 2.78% and 56.84% respectively. Most of them are engaged in Traditional farming activity. And some of them are working in nearest industries as skill and unskilled labourer. 3.2.7.2. LITERACY An understanding of education and literacy profile in the region is relevant in order to understand weather better jobs due to the proposed project could utilize the existing human resource in the area. Overall literacy rate for the 10 villages as per the census 2011 was 68.11 %. And 31.88% illiterate. The locality is equipped with adequate private schools. Highest literacy rate was found in case of Sarigam Town. Due to adequate education facility this area literacy rate is quite moderate. Collage and Training Institute facilities are available in Sarigam and Bhilad Villages only. Table – 3.22: Literacy Details (2011) Source: Census of India-2011 Literate Sr. No. Total 40116 1 Illiterate Male 23123 Female 16993 Total 18778 Male 7950 Female 10828 Fig.3.13: Literacy details Literate in study area 50000 40116 40000 23123 30000 16993 20000 18778 7950 10828 10000 0 Total Male Literate UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Female Total Male Female Illiterate Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-42 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 3.2.7.3. Occupational Structure The occupational structure of the area shows total among the total population of 58,894 the total number of workers is 23596 Out of the total working population, main workers are 21,680 and marginal workers are 1745. Data shows that majority of the population are engaged in industrial activities. The people are also engaged in fishing and other secondary jobs apart from cultivation so they are not dependent on seasonal employment of agriculture. Some of them are working Private and Government service sector. Due to Sarigam GIDC Industrial area Employment Generation opportunity is high so More than 40.07% population are working population. Table – 3.23: Occupational Layouts Source: Census of India-2011 Total Worker Sr. No. Total Non-Worker Total 1 Male 18505 23596 Female 5091 Total 35298 Male 12568 Female 22730 Fig.3.14: Occupational Layouts Occupational Layouts 35298 40000 23596 30000 22730 18505 12568 20000 5091 10000 0 Total Male Female Total Total Worker Male Female Total Non-Worker Fig.3.15: Main Workers Mani Worker 17548 18000 16000 14000 12000 10000 8000 6000 4000 2000 0 13599 4132 2047 Male 525 Female Cultivator 1902 Male 1140 Female Agricultural Labour UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) 2467 Male Female Others Male Female Total Main Worker Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-43 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table – 3.24: Marginal Workers Sr. No 1 Cultivator Male 99 Female 116 Source: Census of India-2011 Agricultural Labour Labour 265 Total Marginal Worker Female Male Female 327 848 897 Others Female 454 Male 484 Fig.3.16: Marginal Workers Marginal Worker 99 Male 454 484 Female Labour Female Male 116 265 848 897 Male Female 327 Female Worker Cultivator Agricultural Labour Others Total Marginal 3.2.7.4. Public Amenities: As per the 2011 census, the area is well developed in terms of schooling, drinking water facilities and banking facilities. All the facilities available in the area are presented in subsequent Tables. As per our survey have found that All Kind of Facility like Medial /Primary Health care, Drinking water Primary/ Secondary Education, Communication & Transportation, Banking & Credit society, Power supply are available in Study area Details of All Amenities describe in table no 3.24 to 3.27. Table – 3.25: Amenities of Study Area-Education Sr. No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Vill Name Sarigam Bhilad Daheli Manda Jamburi Nahuli Punat Pali Angam Eklahare UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) P_Sch Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes M_Sch Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes S_Sch Yes Yes (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) College Yes Yes (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-44 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates (Source: Primary Census Abstract – Census of India, 2011) Table – 3.26: Amenities of Study Area-Drinking & Irrigation Water Sr. No 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Vill Name Sarigam Bhilad Daheli Manda Jamburi Nahuli Punat Pali Angam Eklahare Tap Well Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Tube well Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Hand pump Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes River Canal Yes (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) Yes Yes (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (Source: Primary Census Abstract – Census of India, 2011) Table – 3.27: Amenities of Study Area-Communication & Transport Sr.no Vill. Name 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Sarigam Bhilad Daheli Manda Jamburi Nahuli Punat Pali Angam Eklahare Post Off Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Phone Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Rang-PH (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) PV_Fac Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes BS_Fac Rang_RS Yes Yes (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) Yes (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (Source: Primary Census Abstract – Census of India, 2011) Table – 3.28: Amenities of Study Area-Bank, Approach Roads & Electricity Sr. No Vill. Name 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Sarigam Bhilad Daheli Manda Jamburi Nahuli Punat Pali Angam Eklahare Bank_Fac. Yes Yes (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) (0-5) App_PR. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes App_MR. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Power_Supl. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (Source: Primary Census Abstract – Census of India, 2011) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-45 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Legend for Amenities 1 = (0-5) - Facility available within 5 KM 2 = (5-10) - Facility available within 5-10 KM 3 = (>10) - Facility available above 10 KM P = Primary School T = Tap TW = Tube Well S = Secondary School PH = Primary health centre D = Dispensary PR = Pucca Road W = Well HP = Hand Pump BS = Bus Stop RS = Railway Station BA = Bank R = River POW = Power Supply M PO PV KR C PH = = = = = = Middle School Post Office Private vehicle Kutch Road Canal Phone 3.2.7.5. Socio- economic indicators: The proposed expansion project study area is 05 K.m. from the Periphery of the core zone, consists of 09 rural villages and 2 towns in 2 Taluka namely Vapi and Umbergaon falling in Valsad district. The study details based on the 2011 census are highlighted below: Health: Medical facilities in terms of health workers, primary health sub centers and primary health centers are existing villages. The primary health centers, private hospitals, clinic are existing in Sarigam, Bhilad. Apart from this a doctor comes to visit 2 or 3 day in week along with nurse. The primary health center are providing treatment for basic illnesses like cough, cold, fever, infections, malaria, dengue, typhoid and hepatitis. Complicated case is to be referred to the nearest hospitals Vapi, Pardi, Surat, Valsad etc. While the service is include curative medicine, the focus on preventive medicine and maternal child health as well. Employment: Economic resource base of any region mainly depends upon its economically active group i.e. the working population involved in productive work. There are different types of workers that may be classified as - Those persons who had worked for at least six months or 183 days are treated to be Main Workers, on the other hand if person categorized as worker has participated in any economic or productive activity for less than six months or 183 days during the last one year are treated as Marginal Workers and Non – Workers are those who have not worked any time at all in the year preceding the enumeration. Main worker population in the study area is 21,680. Majority of the worker i.e. 3,042 are engaged as agriculture worker and cultivator’s workers are 2,572. There are main other population is 16,066. Total marginal worker in the study area are 1,745. Unemployment level is high in the region as non-worker population accounts for more than 59.93% of the total population in the region i.e. 35,298 Non-worker population includes student, household duties, dependent, pensioner, and others. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-46 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates A Study found that Majority of women working as house wife as well as working agriculture labour as temporary basis. Agriculture: Agriculture is the main source of occupation and about 64.24 %land is under agriculture. Main Kharif crops are cotton, Paddy, maize tur (Pigeon peas) and mug. The small area is covered with vegetables. The majority of the agricultural field is clay in texture. Agriculture is a major activity in the core area from the proposed site and it is found that most land come under irrigated agricultural land. Agriculture is the main occupation. The main crops are Paddy, sugarcane, cotton, banana, vegetables in the surveyed area. Irrigation facility also very good condition in some of the area Due to canal facility. Addiction: Addiction is major problems in study area. It is one of anti-social activity which is directly or indirectly affected to development of the society. A study found that most ST community having Alcoholism level is too high. Migration: Even construction laborers in the area majorly come from the Dahod district of Gujarat. Mostly the houses of villagers are of ‘kaccha’ type. I.e. they are made of mud and raw material. As per observation most of houses were well constructed. Most of migrant industries labor are staying in Sarigam, Bhilad, Sanjan, Umbergoun, Vapi, An industrial laborer in the area majorly come from Uttar pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, and varies part of Gujarat state. Socio-economic Environment Most of the villages have basic infrastructural facilities like drinking water supply, medical, power supply, P & T and communication. Electricity for lighting is available on 24 hrs basis in all the villages under “Jyoti Gram Yojana” Scheme by Government of Gujarat. The salient observations recorded during survey in the study area are: Agriculture is the main occupation. The main crop is paddy the surveyed area while few respondents are having job in private sector or either government sector. Education facilities are available up to primary school. For middle, secondary and higher studies people avail the facility from the nearest town or block and district. Mainly wood is used as fuel in rural area since availability of Kerosene and LPG in the villages. Most of the areas are having electricity facility both for agricultural and domestic purpose. Literacy level among the respondents is good. This is mainly because of better educational facilities. Communication and transportation facilities are good in most of the villages. Maximum villages having bus service as well as Private vehicle facility. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-47 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Infrastructure Resource Base The infrastructure resources base of the study area with reference to education, medical facility, water supply, post and telegraph, transportation and communication facility and power supply etc. The infrastructure resources details have been abstracted from Housing, Household Amenities and Assets online information on census of India 2011 of Gujarat state, Valsad District are described below: Education: Education Classes up to class 7th included in Primary schools. Classes from eighth to tenth included in Higher Secondary School classes 11th and 12th are included in senior secondary School. As per Census survey 2011 village directory record, all villages having education facility in the form of primary school. The study found that technical institution and collage are available in Bhilad. LAXMI VIDYAPEETH, located at Sarigam in providing quality education to this tribal region that would make better humans and better citizens. Spread over 120 acres in a serene, natural and lush green surroundings, the LAXMI VIDYAPEETH endeavors to create a world class infrastructure for Engineering, Para Medical and Professional courses; Primary and Secondary Education; Research and Food Processing in a phased manner. Water facility: All villages having water facility in the record of census 2011. Main source of water is Tap water, Tube well, Well, Hand pump, rivers, and others sources are Tank water. The water facility of the region is good. Some of the village getting purifies water by paying a small amount. Some of the villages Sanitation: Sanitation facility in these villages is poor because according to the survey report, only 50% people are having toilets facility. People are used to open defecation. Most of the villagers in the study area are Tribal. Now onwards sanitation facility being built by government authority Under “Swachh Bharat Abhiyan” Transportation and Communication: Respondents are satisfied with the existing transportation facility. The study area is well connected with NH-08 and SH-05. All the villages are covered under state transportation bus service. Buses have frequency of two or three times in a day and some villages have Road approaches are in all form like mud road, footpath etc. From the study area Bhilad and Vapi towns are well connected with western railway and frequency of the trains are excellent. Power Supply: All villages in the region are electrified and electricity is available for domestic as well as commercial, agriculture purpose in all the villages. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-48 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Livestock The multiple benefits to rural livelihoods from the use of livestock goods and services are manifest in several ways, both economic and social. Home use represents direct cash saving, and trade provides additional cash income. Locally traded goods and services are sold at lower prices than via commercial outlets, providing a saving to the purchaser. Most of villages have good numbers of livestock, which are the most essential part of rural live hood. There is a variety of type of livestock like poultry, goat, Sheep, cow, Buffalo, etc. Awareness and Opinion Awareness is the state or ability to perceive, to feel, or to be conscious of events, objects or sensory patterns. In this level of consciousness, sense data can be confirmed by an observer without necessarily implying understanding. In general, an opinion is a subjective belief, and is the result of emotion or interpretation of facts. An opinion may be supported by an argument, although people may draw opposing opinions from the same set of facts. For assessing the awareness and opinion about the project activity socio-economic survey was conducted in the sampling villages. The salient observations drawn through survey are described below. 1. A good number of respondent were aware about the project site. 2. Respondent opinion positively about the project. They said that any developmental activity would make wider possibilities for the community, and it will help to raise the life style of the area and Gujarat state also. 3. Some of them are not bothered about project because its falls under Notified GIDC Area. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-03: Description of the environment 3-49 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates CHAPTER: 04 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES 4.1. GENERAL The present environmental impact assessment study has been conducted for the proposed new project of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals at Plot No.: 1250, GIDC Notified Industrial Estate, Village. Sarigam, Tal. Umbergaon, Dist.: Valsad (Gujarat) India for manufacturing of synthetic organic chemicals. The company will manufacture 450.00 MT/M of synthetic organic chemicals and 414.90 MT/M HCl after obtaining EC & CC&A. As mentioned in chapter 1 & 2, as per the EIA notification- 2006 (as amended timely) products are covered under any category 5(f)-B1 and hence the company needs to acquire Prior Environmental Clearance before inception of the production of products with enhanced capacity. Proponent has appointed M/s. Unistar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi for the present EIA study which has been conducted by the EIA study team accredited & approved by NABET. All necessary details of proposed project has been studied & referred carefully to determine the anticipated impacts of the proposed project. The whole study has been conducted in line with the awarded TORs issued by SEAC, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The details of the Impacts Assessment study as well as planning of mitigation measures for anticipated impacts of the proposed project are described in subsequent sections of the present chapter under respective headings. 4.1.1. PHASES OF IMPACTS ASSESSMENT STUDY In 1st initial phase of impact assessment, the study was conducted for screening & scoping by EIA Team for further scheduling of the EIA Study. For the purpose study of records, documents & details provided by the proponent has been conducted. At the later stage of the screening & scoping, FORM-I of EIA notification SO 1533 was filed along with the Prefeasibility report & Draft TOR and application to SEAC, Gandhinagar, Gujarat for approval of the draft TORs. The Draft TOR proposed in Form-I was considered for further actions to start the EIA study. The Questionnaire for the proposed project was dully filled for better outcome & determination of further line of actions for EIA study. As described in sections of baseline environmental status of area, study for environment al quality of the area was initially started with reference to the Draft TOR and up on receipt of the approved TOR from SEAC, Gandhinagar all completed & ongoing studies were verified & confirmed with reference to the awarded TOR to comply with the conditions of awarded TOR issued by SEAC. Simultaneously, the reporting of the study was also started for extensive study & review of work accomplished time to time. The study was conducted for 5 & 10 KM radial area from site during the summer (Pre-monsoon) season in months of March 2013 to May 2013. Primarily, studies for Identification & prediction of impacts were conducted by following assessment of baseline environmental quality with special reference to the project activities/ UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates components and their potential stress on the environment. Further ground reality survey by site inspections, meetings with associated technical & administrative persons, technical data /document study as well as cross referencing with various subject references was done for the purpose throughout the study period. All possible impacts / stresses are identified for further study and citation of primary mitigation measures for each identified impacts/stresses. The Environmental Impact Assessment was conducted by following Checklist Method using the Questionnaire, Analysis & Interpretation of document/record & Data by expert of EIA Team and Technical Experts of Proponent and Scientific & Technical referencing for Identification & interpretation of probable impacts. Activity-Impact relation approach for identification of impact has been used for the present study and presented in diagrammatic form in subsequent section. After Identification, prediction of the major impact, viz., emissions & Air pollution has been done using mathematical modelling software for quantitative determination of probable impacts of emissions. In the later stage EIA was conducted by the thorough study for preparation of description of potential environmental Impacts & mitigation measures as well as by following Matrix Analysis for identified impacts. The Matrix Analysis was conducted for construction as well as operation phase of the proposed. Further Matrix was formulated for two scenarios: with mitigation measures & without mitigation measures. With the necessary details of components of EIA study & necessary document review the Draft EIA report was prepared and reviewed for necessary update for adequate and efficient presentation of the proposed project activities, environmental impacts, mitigation measures, safety & management plan etc. in EIA Report. Finally on receipt of Approved TOR from State level Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC), Gandhinagar; completed studies for EIA was reviewed and verified against the Approved Terms of reference for EIA. All recommendations & requirement sited by SEAC, Gandhinagar were carefully studied to finalize the EIA Report for submission to SEAC along with EC Application. A detailed report for the compliance of Approved TOR was prepared and covered in the EIA report as Annexure-1. 4.1.2. ENVIRONMENTAL ATTRIBUTES & PARAMETER Selection of environmental attributes and parameters for impact assessment study is the main & most important task. The quality outcomes of impacts assessment can only be achieved by carefully selected environmental attributes & parameters. With this fundamental requirement, in the very inception stage the environmental attributes & parameters relevant to the proposed project have been selected. The main attributes & parameters selected for the present impact assessment study are listed below. I. II. Land Environment: Potential of land use & Land cover change Potential of Land Contamination & Control Measures Soil Quality Water Environment: Water Consumption & Waste water generation Water & Wastewater Management System & Technology UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates III. IV. V. Environment, Health & Safety Management Strategies Water & Waste Quality Air Environment: Emission Sources & Quantity Emission Control Measures/Technology Environment, Health & Safety Management Strategies Emission & Ambient Air Quality Ecology/Biological Environment: Biotic Components (Flora & Fauna) of the area Change in Habitat and Vegetation Control Measures & Ecological Management Strategies Environment, Health & Safety Management Strategies Socio Economic Environment: VI. VII. Demographic Characteristics Amenities & Infrastructure Management Strategies & Planning for Social / Community Welfare Occupational /Community Health & Safety Management Noise & Vibration: Ambient Noise Condition Major Sources of Noise from Project Control Measures and Environment, Health & Safety Management Strategies Occupational Health & Safety: Emission Sources & Quantity Emission Control Measures/Technology Environment, Health & Safety Management Strategies 4.1.3. MAJOR CONSIDERATIONS As described in earlier chapter & sections, the proposed project is a new unit for manufacturing of synthetic organic chemicals. As the unit will be operating as an organic chemical industry, there would be many considerable sources of impacts which may have significant impacts on environmental status of the project area. However, it has been noted that with the use of bagasse as fuel as well as provision of in-house ETP for effluent treatment for disposal in to the underground drainage going to CETP will decrease the strength & quantum of the major impacts. To evaluate the strength, quantum & significance of residual environmental impacts due to proposed project requires studying & considering the use of resource utilisation as well as potential sources & control measures of pollutions due to the proposed project. Considering these, all necessary details of proposed unit has been collected and studied as described in chapter 2. The present EIA study is focused to determine all probable impacts of all activities of proposed project and study has been started with consideration of likely impacts of construction works. Further, with understanding of necessity of determination of the source of the impacts, being negative or positive, likely to arise due to the proposed project, impact identification & assessment study has been carried out for operation phase. The profile of study area and all UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates resource requirements have been taken in to consideration for the present impact assessment study. Next to resources, the strength of the proposed project along with the consideration of nature & process had been determined to cite the probable sources of impacts. Such sources includes wastewater & solid/hazardous waste generation, emissions from process & utilities as well as other probable source of impacts on environment like noise generation, greenbelt development, employment, hazards associated with various industrial operation & hazardous chemicals and other aspects like use of products, CSR etc. Primarily all these aspects of proposed project have been considered to determine the type & nature of impacts likely to arise from the proposed project. Site specific & product specific operations have been considered for the purpose of identification of the proposed project. In the later stage, necessary mitigations planned and suggested by the experts of EIA team have also been considered to determine the residual impacts which are likely to be noticed after inception of the proposed project. The details considered for assessment of impacts of proposed project are described below. RESOURCE REQUIREMENT: The major resources required for the proposed project are identified to be Water, Fuel and power only. The details considered are presented below. o Capital & Recurring Cost: Total capital cost for proposed project will be around 350.00 Lakhs. Capital cost for EMP has been estimated around Rs. 25.00 lakhs and Recurring cost provision for EPM has been estimated to be around Rs. 18.00 Lakhs /Year. o Land: Industrial plot/premises in the notified industrial estate of GIDC, Sarigam admeasuring 5040 m2 will be utilised for proposed project which is adequate. In 1512.30 Sq. m. area greenbelt will be developed and 2668.94 sq. mt. area will be kept open. For the buildings & sheds etc. 858.76 Sq. m. area of the plot will be utilized. o Water: Water requirement will be met through drawl of water from the water supply pipeline of the water supply department of GIDC Sarigam. Total 39.00 KLD freshwater will be required for process, utilities, domestic activities & greenbelt. The details are as below. Industrial: 29.00 KLD Domestic: 5.00 KLD Greenbelt: 5.00 KLD o Power: The power requirement of proposed unit will be 200 KVA which will be sourced from Dakshin Gujarat Vij. Co. Ltd. Additionally two DG sets of 200 KVA will be installed to meet the power requirement during the failure of power supply by electricity department. o Utilities & Fuel: Boiler, 1 TFH and 2 DG sets will be installed as utilities of the proposed project. Primary Fuel required for the proposed unit will be Bagasse for operation of proposed Thermic Fluid Heaters & Boiler. Bagasse will be acquired UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates from local market. For DG sets Diesel (HSD) will be required which will be purchased from local traders. The details are as below. Utilities Thermic Fluid Heaters (1 No. of 6 lac Kcal/Hr. capacity) Boiler (1 Nos. of 1000 Kg/Hr capacity) DG set (1 No. of 200 KVA Capacity) Fuels Bagasse 3 MT/Day for TFH & Boiler. Diesel (HSD) for DG sets- 50 Lit/Hr. RAW MATERIALS & PROCESSES: Total 15 raw materials will be required for the proposed synthetic resins & adhesive manufacturing unit. Further, the quantity of the raw materials will be an important factor to consider as hazards associated with transportation, storage & handling of these materials will have considerable impacts. Out of these raw materials 6 raw materials have been identified as hazardous materials as per provision of MSIHC Rules. The process flow diagrams of manufacturing of all products have been considered for determination of source of impacts & pollution from the proposed project as presented in earlier chapter. Additionally, the details of raw materials, process and hazards associated with the materials & process of the proposed project as given in Risk Assessment are referred for the purpose of impacts assessment for proposed project. POLLUTION POTENTIALS: The proposed project being expansion unit for production of particle boards & synthetic resins will have many major source of pollution. The details of the pollution potentials are presented below. o Wastewater: There will be total 10.00 KLD wastewater generations, which includes 4 KLD sewage generated from the domestic activities and 6.00 KLD wastewater from industrial operations including washing, utilities blow down & cooling blow down. The industrial effluent will be treated in full-fledged in-house ETP equipped with all required Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Treatment units. The treated wastewater will be disposed off through the underground disposal pipeline of GIDC Sarigam which is going to CETP Sarigam. Domestic waste water will be disposed off through Septic Tank & Soak Pit. o Emissions: Company will install one boiler (capacity of 1000 Kg/hr) & one thermic fluid heater (capacity of 6 lakhs kcal/hr each) to meet the thermal energy requirement of the proposed project. Bagasse will be used as a fuel for Boiler & thermic fluid heater. Thus after the proposed project these utilities will be the main source of emission. The emission from these utilities will not be the major issue as bagasse will be used as fuel. Company has also planned to install one D.G. Sets (200 KVA capacity), as stand by power supply facility. Diesel/HSD will be used as a fuel for D.G. Set. The emission from DG set will not have regular pollution potential as those will be utilized only during the failure of supply by DGVCL. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates In the process of Tri Phenyl Phosphite & Organic Phosphite Phenol are likely to arise as process emission. For control of phenol emission no special measure is required as it will be recovered in process itself. Phenol will be distilled and will be reused in process or will be sold to actual user as by-product. In some process HCl is likely to arise as process emission which will be recovered by providing scrubber. The recovered HCl will be sold as by-product. . The emissions from the proposed project are presented below. Utility & Process Emission: Stack-I: Boiler and Thermopack (Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-200 mm) Stack-III: DG Set 1 (Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-200 mm) Stack-III: Process (Ht.-11 Mt., Dia-150 mm) o Hazardous Wastes: The types of hazardous wastes generated from the proposed project will as presented below. Total after Proposed Expansion 4.2. ETP Waste: 10 MT/Yr (Sell to Scrap Dealers) Discarded Empty HDPE Bags: 3000 Nos/Yr and Discarded Empty Containers: 400 Nos./Yr (Sold to approved scrape dealers/recycler) Used Oil: 100 Lit./Yr. (Sold to approved recycler/refiners) Process Residues: 27 MT/Yr (For incineration To Common Incinerator) IDENTIFICATION OF IMPACTING ACTIVITIES & PROBABLE IMPACTS Identification of impacts has been carried out in two parts. Firstly the identification of impacts has been carried out by determination of impacting activities of the proposed project; then based on the outcome of this, further classification of impacts based on types & nature has been carried out to identify all probable impacts in details. The details of the impact identification study carried out are presented below in two different sections under respective headings. 4.2.1. IMPACTING ACTIVITIES The impacting activities in each of the phase have been tabulated at Table 4.1. PHASE 1: CONSTRUCTION & COMMISSIONING PHASE This phase involves the activities related to construction activities for the project, on approval of the project from concerning authorities, activities related to transportation and installation of machineries and other infrastructures. This also involves appointment of additional employees – skilled and unskilled labour, technical and managerial staff. The impact during this phase will be localized and short-term and primarily related to civil works and erection of equipment. The duration of impact will be limited to the construction period only. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-6 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates PHASE 2: OPERATIONAL PHASE This phase of the project is very important as it generates long-term activities and impacts thereof during the operation of the proposed project. Table 4.1 (a): Impacting Activities Of Proposed Project Sr. No. 1. 3. Project Phase Activities Construction & Commissioning phase 1) 2) 3) 4) Operational phase 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) Site preparation, Construction works, Fabrication works, Use of resources for construction (sand, gravels, cement, water, power, etc.), Transportation of construction materials, equipments & machinery, Installation of the machinery and other infrastructure, Allotment of work to local contract labour, Appointment of employees, Commissioning Plant Storage and transportation of raw materials, fuels & products, Consumption of resources (water, fuel, RM, power etc.), Manufacturing of products Wastewater generation & disposal, Handling of hazardous substances Utility operations, Haz/ Non-Haz. waste – storage, handling and reuse/ disposal, Temporary break-down of control equipments End use of products 4.2.2. TYPES & NATURE OF IMPACTS The second important step & task of the impact assessment study which determines necessity of further study is classification of nature & types of impacts identified for the proposed project. This task serves as the base platform for further study. Considering this, the impacts identified for the proposed project activities are studied to determine the type & nature of the impacts. As mentioned above, impacts during construction phase will be negligible and not considerable so only impacts of operation phases are considered for determination of types & nature. The summarized description of the types & nature of the identified impacts are presented below in tabular form. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-7 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table 4.1 (b): Type & Nature of Identified Impacts Land Water Resources D,ST,N,M I,ST,N,M SocioNoise & economy, Vibration OH&S I,ST,P,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M - D,I,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M I,ST,N,M I,ST,P,M I,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M - D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,S - I,ST,N,M I,ST,N,M I,ST,N,M - D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M - - - D,ST,N,S D,ST,N,S D,ST,N,S D,ST,N,S D,ST,N,S Particulars Site preparation Transportation, Storage & Handling of Materials Resource /Material use Construction & Fabrication Plant Installation Waste management Commissioning Storage & handling of raw materials Accident & Hazards Manufacturing process & operations Utility Operations Waste management EHS & CSR Domestic & Administrative Activities Air Quality Ecology I,ST,N,M I,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,S D,I,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M - D,LT,P,M D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M - D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M I,ST,P D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M I,LT,P I,LT,P D,LT,P,M D,I,LT,P D,ST,N,M - D,ST,N,M D,ST,N,M - - - - Note: D- Direct, I-Indirect, LT-Long Term, ST-Short-Term, N-Negative, P-Positive, S-Significant, M-Minor/Negligible 4.3. DESCRIPTION OF ANTICIPATED IMPACTS & MITIGATIONS The proposed project being a new project for manufacturing of organic chemicals requires considerable quantity of water, power, fuel, human resources, machineries & utilities etc. The land requirement for proposed project is met by acquiring industrial plot situated in notified industrial estate, which eliminates the issues related with acquisition of agricultural/waste/barren or other type of land. The details of all major resources required for proposed project are described in earlier sections under respective headings. Considering the above mentioned details of resource requirements and potentials of pollution as well as above tabulated identified impacts on environment; impact statements have been prepared after necessary detailed study. The impacts statements for the proposed project as predicted & assessed are described in subsequent section under respective headings. 4.3.1. LAND ENVIRONMENT Land/soil contamination is likely to be arising due to spill/leak of hazardous chemicals & waste. Considering the possibilities of accidental spill/leak some impacts are likely to be occurred on land/soil environment. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-8 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates The land acquired for the propose project is within a notified industrial area which does not have any issues of LULC & change in drainage pattern. However, it has been noted that the impacts on unused open industrial plot due to development building & infrastructure will be beneficial to the area of industrial estate. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS Construction Phase: The proposed project is to be setup within notified industrial estate of GIDC-Vapi. The proposed project will require some minor construction works to establish setup for operational amenities for proposed project. Most of the building are partially constructed and requires some minor construction works before taking in usage for proposed project. It has also been noticed that impacts on geological features is not envisaged. Further, it is also noted that the issue of soil contamination will not occur as there will not be any toxic source of contaminant from construction work. Minor pollution during construction would occur due to waste generation, runoff from construction activities, dumping & stock piling of excavated soil and construction waste etc. The construction in the proposed site will not make any change in land use pattern of the area as the land to be utilized for the establishment of the proposed unit is already designated as industrial land. However it has been noticed that very minor beneficial impacts on land cover of the area would occur due to creation of greenbelt within the premises. The company has planned to utilise the construction waste for construction of road, PCC works etc. The excavated earth will be utilised in filling for roads as well as filling & landscaping for garden & greenbelt area. In addition to these company has planned to develop 30% of the land as greenbelt which will enhance the ecology of the plot area and provide rich environment for the occupants. Thus, from above it can be indicated that the detailed expression of construction process shows no major adverse impacts on land environment during the construction phase but slight beneficial impact due to the greenbelt would occur. Operation Phase Impacts on land during operation phase will occur mainly due to soil contamination by spill/leak of hazardous waste & chemicals. It has also been noticed that impacts on land may occur if untreated or partially treated effluent is disposed off on land. This issue of contamination may have considerable impacts on land due to toxicity of raw material & product. Especially Phenol, nonyl Phenol, Triphenyl Phosphite, PCl3 and POCl3 will have very serious issue of soil contamination. Such contamination of soil may result in low fertility of soil and contamination of subsoil water. It has been suggested to provide proper & adequate design & provisions of storage, transportation, handling and packing facilities etc. for prevention, minimization & control of these impacts due to soil contamination. Further, it is recommended that, the floor area of the storage, transportation, production & packing unit shall be lined with impervious lining to prevent seepage & percolation of the toxic materials in UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-9 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates the soil. The lining of the aforesaid area shall be checked & maintained regularly to prevent soil contamination. It has been noticed that total 5 types of hazardous wastes namely ETP waste, process residues, used oil, discarded containers and empty HDPE bags will be generated from the proposed project. Upon mixing with soil hazardous and non-hazardous solid & liquid wastes generated from the proposed project can create serious issue of land pollution and toxic effects on local environmental factors. Especially spill/leak of the process residue and used oil on land can have serious issue of soil contamination. It has been suggested that waste generation from process shall be minimized by regular monitoring of production process. All solid wastes generated will be assessed for quantity & quality, on regular basis. The solid waste generated shall be handled, stored, treated or transported for final disposal as per guidelines of MoEF/CPCB/GPCB. A designated solid/hazardous wastes storage site shall be provided to comply with the requirements cited by MoEF/CPCB. The company has already planned to provide the facilities for collection, storage, treatment & disposal of solid/hazardous waste as per MoEF/CPCB guidelines. Further, it is also envisaged that 6KLD wastewater will be generated from boiler operation, washing and cooling, which will be treated in in-house ETP and will be disposed off through underground pipeline to CETP. Hence, the issue of land contamination due to effluent generation and disposal is not envisaged. Thus it can be stated that the issues of impacts on land are envisaged to be minor with planned & suggested mitigation measures. 4.3.1.1. Mitigation Measures Considering the above mentioned impacts on land environment following mitigation measures are planned & suggested. Construction phase o Proper handling & storage facilities for the construction materials. o Adequate management for transportation to ensure that materials in transport vehicles are covered to prevent spill & leak on ground as well as transportation is done in minimum frequency. o Designated area for mechanical works like cutting & welding and fabrication and such area shall be with concrete flooring to prevent contamination of soil during operation. o The concrete waste, sand, rubble, etc. from the construction work shall be used for the suitable construction works like pcc, road development and filling, etc. o The scrap from mechanical activities & installation of heavy machineries/equipment shall be collected and stored in scrap yard for sell to scrap dealer. o Greenbelt development in about 30% Area of the plot. Operation phase o Adequate ETP for treatment of effluent & arrangement of disposal through underground drainage of GIDC going to CETP, Sarigam. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-10 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates o Statutory guidelines & requirements for Hazardous waste management shall be followed in any condition/ situation. o All possible recyclable/reusable wastes shall be reused/ recycled as per statutory provision by sell to authorized recycler/refiners. o Impervious lining in storage and production area which are likely to be affected by the spill / leak of hazardous chemicals/wastes. o All transportation of raw materials and products shall be done in closed truck/tanker approved as per statutory requirement to prevent volatile emissions as well as leak/spill during transportation. o HAZMAT guidelines shall be followed for transport of all hazardous materials. Safety & emergency equipment & materials and safety & emergency management guidelines shall be provided on the transport vehicles. o Greenbelt development & management to ensure healthy & dens greenbelt/pasture throughout the life of the project. o Monitoring of soil samples shall be done as per Environmental monitoring plan. 4.3.2. WATER ENVIRONMENT The impacts on water environment are anticipated due to the water consumption and industrial effluent generation from proposed project. Also the impacts on water environment may occur due to contamination of water resource caused hazardous chemicals and wastes. Based on the facts & other project details of project following impacts have been identified & predicted. 4.3.2.1. Anticipated Impacts Construction Phase It is envisaged that there would not be any considerable impact on water environment during construction phase as water requirement for new construction work will catered by supply of GIDC water supply. Ground water would not be abstracted to fulfil the water requirement. Proper arrangement for water withdrawal will be made for construction works & domestic usage. The water requirement during construction work will be temporary and the quantity will not be significant as construction works will be moderate in size. It is suggested that minimum withdrawal shall be done and wastage of water shall be avoided by proper management during the construction phase. Issue of subsoil water contamination due to hazardous/toxic material is not envisage as proponent has planned to provide properly lined storage area for construction chemicals and materials. Further, there is no water body adjacent to project site and even there is no natural drain system in close proximity of project site. Hence issue of contamination due to runoff from project site is not envisaged. However it is suggested to control & prevent any runoff from construction activity and necessary action plan shall be prepared and implemented as EMP to prevent any impacts of runoff and water contamination. Thus looking to the over all details UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-11 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates concerning potential source of impacts of construction works, it is stated that there would not be considerable impacts on water environment during construction phase. Operation Phase The proposed project would require 39 KLD freshwater for production of proposed products, which will be met through the supply of water from GIDC water supply department and groundwater will not be abstracted in any case. Hence, issue of impacts on ground water due to the water consumption is not envisaged. However, it has been suggested that mitigation measures like minimal abstraction & wastage of water, regular maintenance of pipeline & taps/vales to prevent leak & drip of water, use of efficient technologies to reduce the losses & consumption of the water etc. shall be implemented to reduce the impacts on the ultimate freshwater resource of GIDC water supply which is the river Damanganga. It is also noticed that total 6KLD effluent will be generated mainly from washing and boiler & cooling blow down. There will not be any kind of effluent generation from process. Further, it has also been noticed from the details of manufacturing process that water of reaction is generated in production of many products. Such water of reaction is not discharged as effluent but is lost as water vapour from reactor or evaporation loss in drying process. It is also observed that water is used as scrubbing media in process of some products to scrub HCl gas which will be utilised for production of by-products. For the treatment of effluent generated from cooling, washing and boiler blowdown proponent has planned to provide full-fledged ETP of 10 KLD capacity. The treated effluent will be disposed off through underground drainage of GIDC leading to CETP, Sarigam. Thus, the treated effluent will not have any issue of contamination of water resources. However, it is recommended to control & monitor the treatment process, adequacy & efficiency of ETP and quality of treated effluent on regular basis and document/records of such control/monitoring shall be kept efficiently for further proceedings/review to avoid any issue of pollution or contamination of environmental system. With consideration of the above details, it is envisaged that the adverse impacts of the proposed project on water environment would occur only in case of failure of the ETP. Considering this, it has been suggested that company shall provide guard ponds for temporary storage of effluent during the maintenance of ETP in case of failure to prevent the impacts likely to be caused by disposal of untreated effluent. With planning of water conservation, the impacts on water environment would almost be negligible after adequate implementation of mitigation measures for wastewater treatment. Similarly, impacts due to leakage/spill of hazardous substances & hazardous wastes on groundwater resources are likely to occur as secondary impacts of soil contamination. Considering this, proponent has planned to provide properly lined designated storage area for hazardous chemicals & hazardous/non-hazardous wastes. Thus, it is ensured that the impacts on soil and thereby on water resources due to hazardous substances & wastes will not occur. However, it has been suggested that proper impervious floor lining within the area of chemical UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-12 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates storage and production shall be ensured all the time and designing of hazardous waste storage area shall be as per CPCB guidelines. Thus, looking to the overall scenario of water & wastewater management including scheme for efficient treatment of industrial wastewater; it can be stated that the impacts envisaged on the water environment would be moderate & acceptable with the provision of efficient mitigation measures. 4.3.2.2. Mitigation Measures Considering the above mentioned impacts on water environment following mitigation measures are planned & suggested. Construction Phase o Minimum withdrawal of water from GIDC water supply line o Prevention of wastage and minimal use of water o Impervious lining in materials storage area and production area. o Temporary earthen bunds to prevent runoff Operation Phase o Adequate & properly designed storage area to prevent spill & leak of chemicals o Floor of storage & production area shall be provided with impervious lining. o Drawl of minimal quantity of water o Efficient & minimal use of water o Metering for measurement of water usage and wastewater generation & disposal o Septic & Soak Pit of adequate capacity/size for treatment and disposal of sewage. o Full-fledge in-house ETP for treatment of industrial effluent. o Disposal of treated effluent fulfilling the discharge norms through underground drainage of GIDC going to CETP Sarigam o Implementation of safety measures & emergency management system for management of hazardous chemicals 4.3.3. AIR ENVIRONMENT Considerable impacts on air environment are envisaged due to the emission from the Boiler, TFH & DG set as well as HCl emission from manufacturing process some product. Considering these, proponent has already planned to provide bag filter, scrubber and stacks having adequate height and internal diameter at top. However, to ascertain residual impacts of the proposed project, detailed study has been carried out as described below. 4.3.3.1. Anticipated Impacts Construction Phase During construction phase considerable civil works will be carried out which will have temporary impacts on surrounding environment. Such impacts would be mainly due to the dusting & air borne construction materials and fumes & dust from fabrication works. Particulate level in ambient air of local area will increase due to release of particulates inform of dust, air borne soil particles and cement from civil work as well as metallic dust from UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-13 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates fabrication works. These impacts will be restricted within the local area and will be temporary. Further, all these impacts on air likely to occur would be reversible and hence no major issue of permanent air quality change is envisaged. However, it is suggested that the water sprinkling on land / loose soil, road and stocked piles of excavated earth shall be done to partly reduce the probable impact of dusting. Further, to prevent air borne cement particle it is also recommended that utmost care shall be taken for storage of materials like cement and adequate closed storage facility shall be provided. In addition to this, the site is located in a notified Industrial estate, which is being geographically good to provide efficient dispersion of exhaust of machineries/equipment and construction vehicles. Hence, the issue of air contamination due to emission of machineries and equipment would not be major during construction phase. Considering the above details it is noted that the impact of construction phase on air environment would be temporary, local and acceptable with implantation of general mitigation measures. Operation Phase The proposed project is a new unit for production of synthetic organic products. The heat requirement will be met through the heat generation using proposed one Boiler (1000 Kg/Hr.) & one thermic fluid heater (6 Lakh Kcal/Hr). The company will also install one DG sets of 200 KVA capacities. The boiler & TFH will require bagasse as primary fuel. In addition to these, company will require diesel for the DG sets installed to meet the power requirement only during the tenure of failure from power supply source- DGVCL Power Grid. The DG set will be operated by HSD only during hours of emergency power requirement situations which include tenure of failure of power supply from DGVCL. Thus, it has been noticed that the emission of gaseous pollutants from the utilities as well as DG set will not be major as the emission from bagasse & HSD combustion is comparatively low than other fuels like Coal, FO, LSHS & LDO etc. In addition to these, HCl emission from process of some product is likely to arise which will have considerable impact on air quality of the area. Due to such emission HCl level in air will increase which can have adverse effects on flora, fauna and human as well as metallic structures of the area. Acids cause coagulation necrosis. Hydrogen ions desiccate epithelial cells, causing edema, erythema, tissue sloughing and necrosis, with formation of ulcers and eschars. Mild exposure may cause dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, cough and bronchospasm. Severe inhalation may cause upper airway edema and burns, hypoxia, stridor, pneumonitis, tracheobronchitis, and rarely acute lung injury or persistent pulmonary function abnormalities. The current NIOSH IDLH air concentration for hydrogen chloride is 50 ppm. No significant effects have been seen with chronic exposure to low levels of gaseous hydrogen chloride. Considering all these serious impact of HCl gas proponent has planned to provide wet scrubber to scrub HCl from process emission. Besides, impacts on air quality are also likely to occur because of the accidental release of chemicals spilled, leaked or escaping from the storage & handling operations. Mainly the VOC UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-14 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates (Phenol, alcohols, turpentine, butanol, cresol etc.), other volatile substances (PCl3, POCl3 etc.) & particulate (metal oxide/hydroxide, stearic acid etc.) are anticipated in the Work place air due to such incidents of accidental release. At lower chronic exposure levels of PCl3, asthmalike syndromes may develop followed by a chronic chemical pneumonitis or emphysema. The inhalation exposure of POCl3, a sense of suffocation, cough, bronchitis, retrosternal chest discomfort, pulmonary edema dyspnea, and wheezing may be noted. All necessary mitigation measures like PPEs, workplace monitoring etc. shall be implemented to minimize these impacts. Considering the necessity of the further study to determine the quantitative impacts of the stationary emission from the stacks of proposed project, modelling study has been carried out using the Aermod View software of Lake’s Environmental Inc., Canada. The details of the modelling study have been elaborated with necessary information of input parameters as well as outcome in form of Incremental GLCs and Predicted Ambient Air Quality in the subsequent description & illustrations. Details of “Aermod View” Modelling: Table 4.2 Details of Source Input: Stack Attached To Stack 1: Boiler Stack 2: DG Set (200 KVA) Stack 3: Process Emission UTM Coordinates Height, Exit Gas Exit Gas Diameter For ISCST3 Input Mt Temp.0K Velocity, At Top, mt/sec Mt X, mt Y mt 275795.00 2246723.00 15.00 423.00 18.00 0.20 275778.00 2246723.00 15.00 523.00 21.00 0.20 275761.00 2246723.00 11.00 303.00 8.30 0.10 Table 4.3 Details of Emission Input: Stack ID 1 2 UTILITY TFH & Boiler D.G.Set POLLUTANT EMISSION RATE (gm/sec) WITH W/O APCD APCD NOx 0.01890* -- PM 0.24570 0.04644* SOx 0.0554* -- NOx 0.8377* -- PM 0.0594* -- 3 Process HCl 0.025 Stack Note: * indicates values used in modelling. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) 0.00125* APCD & EFFICIENCY Not Required Wet Scrubber Not Required Not Required Not Required Scrubber (>95% ef) EMISSION QUALITY 3 NORMS ppm mg/Nm 17.77 -- < 50 ppm -- 39.01 <150 mg/Nm3 32.09 -- <100 ppm 675.23 -- <710 ppm -- 90.16 -- 19.23 <150 mg/Nm3 <20 mg/Nm3 Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-15 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table 4.4 Details of Receptors Input: Village/Receptor Grid Coordinate (UTM Zone 43N) X, mt Y, mt Remarks Discrete Cartesian Receptors Project Site 275814.36 2246722.90 Punat 276696.81 2247677.89 Pali 274325.86 Sarigam 277042.20 Angam 278177.93 Manda Uniform Cartesian Grid Origin 273694.73 265814.42 Origin for Discrete Polar Receptors @ 500 Mt distance 276219.02 The Discrete Cartesian Receptors selected are the location selected for 2249096.40 the ambient air quality monitoring for 2244722.72 baseline environmental study. 2246076.05 2243855.67 2236722.91 Grid Size: 20,000mt X 20,000mt, No. of X & Y receptors: 21 Nos. each Grid Spacing: X=1000 Mt, Y=1000 Mt. 2246987.96 20 Discrete Cartesian Receptor are selected in downwind direction (201 Degree Clock wise from N) from representative source stack. Table 4.5 Summarized Details of Meteorological Input: Sr. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Wind Classes (m/s) Directions 337.5 - 22.5 22.5 - 67.5 67.5 - 112.5 112.5 - 157.5 157.5 - 202.5 202.5 - 247.5 247.5 - 292.5 292.5 - 337.5 Sub-Total Calms Missing/ Incomplete Total 0.1-2.1 2.1-3.6 3.6-5.7 5.7-8.8 8.8-11.1 0.0077 0.01495 0.01359 0.0163 0.02129 0.08469 0.07065 0.03306 0.26223 0.03578 0.03804 0.00815 0.02582 0.05208 0.11458 0.10688 0.06658 0.44792 0.00951 0.01585 0.00317 0.0077 0.0462 0.05797 0.01404 0.02627 0.18071 0 0 0.00091 0.00498 0.04121 0.01721 0 0 0.06431 0 0 0 0 0.01178 0.00226 0 0 0.01404 >=11.1 0 0 0 0 0.0077 0 0 0 0.0077 Total 0.05299 0.06884 0.02582 0.0548 0.18025 0.27672 0.19158 0.12591 0.9769 0.0231 0 1 (Data Period:01/03/2015-00:00 to 31/05/2015-23:00) Input Mixing Height The mixing height data were also estimated using RAMMET VIEW developed by Lakes Environmental Software. The details of estimated mixing height are presented below as graphical illustration along with average value of particular hours of the days. Average hourly rural mixing height is estimated to be UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-16 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 1376.10 m. Maximum hourly average rural mixing height is found to be 1642.44 m whereas the minimum rural hourly mixing height is estimated to be 277.02 m. Figure 4.1: Estimated Mixing Height Profile of Study Area 1800.00 M i x i n g H e i g h t 1600.00 1400.00 1200.00 1000.00 800.00 600.00 400.00 200.00 0.00 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Hours Avg. Rural MH In addition to the above input details, terrain was also considered as input data for the modeling. The input terrain details for the modeling have been presented in earlier chapter 3, Fig. 3.2 & 3.3 (Digital Terrain Model & Topographic Map respectively). The details of site specific Meteorological data & Air quality modeling Result are also attached in Annexure-III. Output Selections: A. B. C. D. Detailed report for Modeling for seasonal & 24 Hourly outcomes 1st highest 24 Hourly Average Incremental GLC for Cartesian Grid Receptor 1st highest 24 Hourly Incremental GLC for Discrete Cartesian Receptors Contour Indicating 1st 24 Hourly highest Incremental GLC for Cartesian grid area showing Discrete Cartesian receptor. E. 1st highest Seasonal Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction (Graph) F. 1st highest 24 Hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction (Graph) With consideration of above indicated input parameters, the modeling study has been conducted to determine the Incremental GLC resulted due to the emission of proposed project. The details of outcome of modeling in term of incremental GLC and predicted air quality have been described below in subsequent tables & figures under the current section. It has been noticed that the impacts of emission will be almost negligible and below the detection limit in most of the cases. Thus, it has been stated that the impacts of proposed project on air environment will be negligible & insignificant except the instantaneous short term impacts of major accidents and accidental release from storage, transport & process UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-17 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates which shall be controlled & prevented by necessary action plan and control, precautionary & preventive measures suggested in RA. The details of modelling outcomes are presented below in tabular form as well as contour of incremental GLC values. The print out of detailed report 24 Hourly outcome with all necessary input & output are enclosed in Annexure-II. Table 4.6 Predicted Ambient Air Quality: Coordinates, mt. Village X Axis Y Axis st 1 Highest 275814.42 2246722.91 Project Site 275814.36 2246722.90 Punat 276696.81 2247677.89 Pali 274325.86 2249096.40 Sarigam 277042.20 2244722.72 Angam 278177.93 2246076.05 Manda 273694.73 2243855.67 Predicted Highest 24hr. Avg. Incr. GLC, µg/m3 PM10 SO2 NOx HCl 0.57585 0.43615 6.68778 0.10035 0.57485 0.43581 6.68207 0.10038 0.19327 0.12596 1.95454 0.0176 0.11419 0.07115 1.10837 0.00509 0.08547 0.05726 0.88646 0.0112 0.13303 0.07889 1.23444 0.00884 0.10731 0.07322 1.13178 0.00562 Table 4.7 Predicted Ambient Air Quality: Location CPCB Limit Project Site Punat Pali Sarigam Angam Manda Particular Residential Area Baseline Incremental GLC Predicted Air Quality Baseline Incremental GLC Predicted Air Quality Baseline Incremental GLC Predicted Air Quality Baseline Incremental GLC Predicted Air Quality Baseline Incremental GLC Predicted Air Quality Baseline Incremental GLC Predicted Air Quality UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) PM10, µg/m3 100.00 80.00 0.57 80.57 49.13 0.19 49.32 60.79 0.11 60.90 70.96 0.09 71.05 61.00 0.13 61.13 51.75 0.11 51.86 SO2, µg/m3 80.00 19.54 0.44 19.98 13.42 0.13 13.55 13.46 0.07 13.53 14.50 0.06 14.56 13.42 0.08 13.50 13.67 0.07 13.74 NOX, µg/m3 80.00 22.63 6.68 29.31 15.00 1.95 16.95 15.29 1.11 16.40 17.00 0.89 17.89 15.92 1.23 17.15 15.58 1.13 16.71 Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-18 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Figure 4.2: Contour of Predicted Incremental GLC of PM10: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-19 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Figure 4.3: Contour of Predicted Incremental GLC of SOX: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-20 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Figure 4.4: Contour of Predicted Incremental GLC of NOX: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-21 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Figure 4.5: Contour of Predicted Incremental GLC of HCl: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-22 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Figure 4.6: Figure: Graph of 1st highest 24 Hourly Average Incremental GLC for 20 Discrete Polar Receptors at 500 mt interval in downwind direction 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.1 0 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000 10000 12000 10000 12000 10000 12000 24 Hourly Daily Avg. Incr. GLC of PM10 0.3 0.2 0.1 0 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 24 Hourly Daily Avg. Incr. GLC of SO2 6 4 2 0 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 24 Hourly Daily Avg. Incr. GLC of NOx 0.04 0.03 0.02 0.01 0 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 24 Hourly Daily Avg. Incr. GLC of HCl UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-23 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 4.3.3.2. Mitigation Measures Construction Phase o Sprinkling of water on the kaccha road within premises, stock pile of soil, excavated earthen materials etc. to reduce air born dust. o Closed storage area for construction materials like cement should be provided. o Machineries and equipment shall not be kept in idle condition for longer time whenever not in use. o Only PUC certificate vehicle shall be used for transportation purpose. Operation Phase o Only bagasse as fuel for operation of proposed Utilities – Boiler & TFH o Only Diesel / HSD as fuel for DG set o CPCB approved DG sets to be used only during the failure of power supply from DGVCL Grid. o Bag Filter shall be provided for utility emission control o Stacks of adequate height shall be attached to Boiler & TFH and DG set. o Scrubber shall be provided for process emission control o Provision of all necessary PPEs to employee & regular workplace monitoring programs o Properly designed enclosed storage vessels made of suitable materials o Adequate handling & transfer system preferably closed system operated through the automation like PLC o All mitigation, control & prevention measures as suggested in Safety Audit report & RA report shall be provided. o Regular monitoring of Stack emission, Ambient Air and workplace air shall be done as per Monitoring plan o Transportation must be done in closed approved vehicles only. All safety & control measures shall be provided to prevent spill, leak and accident during transportation. o All transport vehicles must comply with HAZMAT guidelines & statutory requirements 4.3.4. ECOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT It is observed that the site is located in the notified industrial estate of GIDC, Sarigam. The majority of the regions of the study area are of moderate ecological interest. However, some significant ecological area in terms of forest area with considerable standing flora area noticed in the study area. Further, the site is far away from the ecologically sensitive area (DNH Wildlife sanctuary). The major impact on ecology is envisaged mainly as secondary impact of air pollution due to project emissions and noise generation. Necessary mitigation measure must be undertaken to reduce the indirect impact of the project to the nearby forest patches and overall ecology. All impacts studied are found minor to moderate & acceptable. Thus the impacts on ecology will not be considerable. However, some minor impacts on local ecological UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-24 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates features like local flora and fauna are likely to occur due to the industrial operations and hazards associated with the operations which are described below. 4.3.4.1. Anticipated impacts Construction phase As the propose project is far away from the ecological sensitive area and as the project is to be developed within the notified industrial estate itself without acquiring additional land outside of the industrial estate, issue of diversion of forest or agricultural land and impacts on ecology is not anticipated. Further, during construction phase, photosynthetic activity of the plants of the nearby area may be affected due to the air borne dust settled on the leaf. Beside this there would not be any major impact on the ecological factor of the area. Only some minor impacts on local flora and fauna may occur due to noise generation and transportation activities. These impacts would be temporal and would be restricted within close vicinity of the project site. Hence, these impacts are tolerable and do not require any extensive mitigation measures except dust suppression and minimisation of noise by general measures. Beside these minor acceptable impact, there would not be any kind other considerable impact. Operation phase Considerable impacts on local ecological factors may occur during the major catastrophic incident in bulk storage area for hazardous chemicals especially in phenol, PCl3, POCl3 and alcohol storage area. Ocular or dermal contact may result in severe burns; skin absorption can cause systemic symptoms and death. Systemic manifestations of toxicity may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dyspnea, tachypnea, pallor, profuse sweating, hypotension, dysrhythmias, acute lung injury, methemoglobinemia, hemolytic anemia, elevated anion gap metabolic acidosis, agitation, lethargy, seizures, and coma. Liver, lung, central nervous system and renal injury may also occur. It may also affect the pancreas and heart muscle. Prolonged contact with the skin may cause dermatitis. Further phenol is probable carcinogen which may cause cancer in animal and human continuously exposed to it. Phosphorus trichloride vapors are irritating to the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Pulmonary edema may occur with onset delayed from 12 to 24 hours. At lower chronic exposure levels, asthma-like syndromes may develop followed by a chronic chemical pneumonitis or emphysema. When heated to decomposition phosphorus chloride emits highly toxic fumes of chloride and oxides of phosphorus. A chronic asthmatic-like bronchitis may develop after acute inhalation intoxication of POCl3. In addition to the above, impact on ecology may also occur due to the increased level of HCl in ambient air resulted by process emission and atmospheric reaction of PCl 3 and POCl3 with humidity. This increased level of HCl in air may have many adverse effects as described in the section of air environment. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-25 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Fire and explosion hazard in the flammable material storage area may have impact on flora and fauna as well as human in the nearby area mainly in form of serious burn due to heat radiation from the fire location. Considering the above details, proponent has planned to provide the best in class storage facility to prevent chance of major catastrophe and accidental release of hazardous chemicals. Proponent has also planned to provide all other safety measures & will implement all required essential plans for safety, disaster & emergency action as mentioned in RA Report for proposed project. Thus, considering all the safety & emergency measures planned by proponent and suggested in RA report it can be noted that there will be no considerable impacts on the ecology of the study area. Further, it has been noticed that there would not be any major source of pollution of environment. Bagasse is proposed as fuel for utilities and so the emissions from the proposed project would not be causing any harm to the local agricultural & terrestrial ecological component. Moreover, there would not be any impact on local ecological features as the industrial wastewater will be treated in full fledge ETP and will be disposed off through underground drainage of GIDC leading to CETP. Also it has been noted that impacts due to hazardous waste management will not occur on ecology as all waste will be managed as per MoEF/CPCB/GPCB guideline and will be disposed-off by means of approved method like sell to authorised recycler/refiner or disposal through TSDF /common Incinerator facility. The site is adjacent to National Highway No. 8 and all transportation will be done through this highway. Hence issue of impacts on ecology due to the transportation will not be considerable. It has also been noticed that the greenbelt development & management by proponent will have beneficial impacts on the ecological layout of the local area. 4.3.4.2. Mitigation Measures Considering the above mentioned impacts on ecological environment, following mitigation measures are planned & suggested. Construction Phase o Greenbelt development around & within premises shall be planned well before the start of the project. o Transportation in night from ecological area shall be prevented/avoided o Noise reduction and dust suppression measures shall effectively be implemented Operation Phase o Implementation of all mitigation measures suggested for control of air pollution, water pollution, land pollution and noise pollution shall be ensured by proponent o Risk Assessment has to be conducted and all necessary control & prevention measures for all hazards associated with the project shall be implemented prior to inception of the project activities. o Disaster/Emergency Management Plan shall be prepared & implemented o Development & management of Healthy Dens Greenbelt in and around premises UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-26 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates o Active participation in ecological welfare & forest development activities conducted by Govt. Organization, NGOs and other such organizations. 4.3.5. SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT The project is located within the notified industrial estate of GIDC Sarigam. Hence, issue of land acquisition & related impacts on socioeconomic layout of area is not envisaged. Impacts on socio-economic environment due to proposed project are envisaged only due to probable pollution, hazards and direct & indirect employment only. The details of environmental impacts of the proposed project are described below. 4.3.5.1. Anticipated impacts Construction Phase The issues of impacts on socio-economic activities of the area are not anticipated due to construction works of the proposed project. Also it has been noted that the impacts of the construction phase will be restricted within the construction site & for short duration. The beneficial impacts on the economic condition of local area due to temporary direct & indirect employment opportunities by contractual employment and contracted works for construction, transportation etc. Also it has been noted that impacts on public infrastructure is not anticipated as the site is well connected with national & state highway network for transportation and water will be supplied by water supply department of Sarigam GIDC. There will not be any other source of considerable impacts on social environment is envisaged. Considering these it has been revealed that no major specific mitigation measures for safeguard of socio-economic layout is required except criteria for preferences to local people in employment & contract works. Operation Phase Issues of traffic & load on public amenities –local road network will not arise as the site is well connected with state highway network and national highway-8. Also it has been noticed that all required amenities/infrastructure like water supply system, internal road and industrial power supply etc, are available for industries in the GIDC industrial estate wherein the project is to be developed. Hence, issues of impacts on public infrastructures are not envisaged. Further, the site is considerably away from the nearest locality and the propose project will not have any considerable source of air, water, land and noise pollution. However, it has noted that HCl emission from process if not control may threaten health of local people and can cause serious damage to the public and private infrastructure. To prevent the impact of HCl the proponent has planned to provide the wet scrubber to prevent the HCl emission. To control probable pollution necessary mitigation measures has been proposed by the proponent, which ensures that there will be no impacts on socioeconomic layout due to the residual impacts after mitigations. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-27 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates In addition to these, hazards associated with the hazardous chemicals and operations of the proposed project may result in to the impacts on the socio-economic environment. Improper transportation and storage of raw-materials, products and fuels and catastrophic accidents may result in major impact on the socio economic aspects of the area. Many materials has serious toxic effects as mentioned in the sections of ecology and air environment as well as RA report. For prevention of such impact the designs of storage area & tanks have been planned as per the regulatory provisions applicable for particular material. Also the transportation will be done by approved vehicles provided with all required safety measures as per HAZMAT and applicable regulatory provisions. Risk assessment study has been carried out for the proposed project and company will implement all necessary risk/hazard control & prevention measures as recommended & mentioned in risk assessment report. Adequate fire-fighting measures will also be provided in the entire plant to prevent impacts of fire hazards. Over and above these, direct employment of skilled & unskilled person as well as technical & managerial person for operation of the plant and indirect employment mainly through the transport, travels, maintenance & other contracts for the proposed project will have beneficial impacts on socio-economic environment. Thus, with the adoption of policy of local employment, a marginal long term positive impact is foreseen on the local economic environment. It is also noteworthy that the CSR activities planned by the proponent will also have significant beneficial impacts on socioeconomic layout of the project area. Thus after reviewing all above details it is envisaged that the proposed project would not have any considerable adverse impacts on the socio-economic environment. 4.3.5.2. Mitigation Measures Considering the above mentioned impacts following mitigation measures are planned & suggested. Construction phase o Preferences should be given to the use of By-pass, state & national highway for transportation o As far as possible local people & contractors shall be appointed to maximum level for the construction works of the proposed project o Construction resources shall be purchased from local area to possible extent. o Use of water supplied by GIDC water supply department only o During night time high noise generating operation shall be avoided Operation phase o All necessary mitigation measures as suggested for control of air pollution, water pollution, land pollution and noise pollution shall be implemented. o Preferences should be given to the use of By-pass, state & national highway for transportation o Withdrawal of water only form pipeline of GIDC water supply department only to meet the Water requirement of project. o Priority to the local people shall be given in Employment for proposed project to ensure at least 70-80% employment from local areas. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-28 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates o Implementation of safe work procedures, risk/hazard precaution/control /prevention measures and provision of PPEs for all employees etc. as suggested in RA report for prevention & control of hazards associated with proposed project. o Regular social activities as part of its CSR Program to enhance the social condition mainly for education & health improvement in the project area. 4.3.6. NOISE & VIBRATION There is no major source of high noise & vibrations identified in case of the proposed project except some tolerable noise from machineries, equipment & utilities. All noises will be controllable & acceptable with provision of some mitigation measures. The details of the impacts on noise level & vibration are described below. 4.3.6.1. Anticipated impacts Construction Phase During the construction work impacts on noise environment would occur due to noise generation from the mechanical activities. It is also noticed that the change in noise level at construction place will be very less. Maximum noise generation at source due to the mechanical activity will be 85-90 dB (A) but in most of the activities the noise level will be around 80-85 dB(A) at source. Therefore the change in the noise level outside the place of mechanical work (Plant Building) will be less than 75 dB(A). Further there will not be any considerable change in noise due to transportation as no major transportation work is to be carried out for the proposed project. Beside the mechanical work there will not be any source of noise during the construction phase. Further the impacts of noise will be very local to the place of mechanical work and will occur for very shorter period of the work. PPEs like ear plug will be provided to the workers /personnel engaged in mechanical works which will eliminate the impacts of noise on human health at work place. Out the plant premises the noise level will remain unchanged and the noise level outside the plant premises is found varying between 6070 dB (A). Hence there will not be any impacts on the noise environment during the construction phase of the proposed project. Operation Phase Impacts on noise environment during the operation phase would mainly because of the noise generation from the mechanical activities for maintenance, operation of machineries & equipments (like Compressor, TFH, Boiler) and vehicular noise from transportation activities. It is also noticed that the change in existing noise level at location outside plant premises will not occur and remain same below 65 -70 dB(A). Maximum noise generation at source due to the mechanical activity will be 85-90 dB(A), operation of TFH, boiler & compressor will be 85-90 dB(A) but in most of the activities the noise level will be around 75-80 dB(A) at source. Therefore the change in the noise level outside various Plant Buildings of source of noise will be less than 75 dB(A). Further there will not be any considerable change in noise due to UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-29 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates transportation as no major change in transportation work is to be carried out for the proposed project. Beside the site is far away from the locality and having very good connectivity to the nearest State highway & National Highway. The route of transportation does not pass through any major locality and moreover the night transportation is very rare. Hence there will not be any impacts on noise level of surrounding area due to the transportation. Further the impacts of noise from the operation activities will be restricted to the area of source which will be mitigated by provision of the PPEs like Ear muff and Ear plug as well as by scheduling exposure time by adequate working time management. PPEs provided to the workers /personnel engaged in operation works will eliminate the impacts of noise on human health at work place. Beside the PPEs proper lubrication, regular maintenance for prevention of friction & vibration will also minimise the impacts on noise environment by reducing level of noise generation. Hence there will not be any impacts on the noise environment during the operation phase. 4.3.6.2. Mitigation Measures During construction phase no specific mitigation measures is required as noise will not be considerable to cause any impacts outside of the construction area. Further, some specific mitigation measures to control noise & vibrations are required during operation phase. Considering these following mitigation measures are planned & suggested for operation phase. Construction Phase o No use of loud noise horn in vehicles engaged in construction works o High noise generating activities shall be restricted in night time o Provision of PPEs like earmuff & earplug for all concerned employees o Stopping engine of idle equipment & machineries not in use Operation Phase o Housing of all utilities on sturdy non-vibrating foundations with rubber pads o Selection & installation of low noise generation Boiler, TFHs & other machineries o Selection of DG set meeting the CPCB guidelines for noise generation with acoustic enclosures/silencer o Creation of adequate barrier in form of properly designed building wall and housing of boiler, TFH and DG set in a close designated room with acoustic enclosure For prevention of noise propagation o Barrier in form of Dens Greenbelt in and around premises and concrete wall wherever required & suitable o Provision of PPEs like earmuff & earplug for all concerned employees to cope up with the issue of occupational noise exposure o Proper shift timing & regular annual checkup of concern employees to prevent/minimise impacts of noise on occupational health. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-30 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 4.3.7. OCCUPATION HEALTH & SAFETY Impacts of proposed project on occupational health are anticipated mainly due to the toxic & fire hazards of chemicals as well as physical hazards of heavy works. The details of the anticipated impacts and mitigation measures are presented below. 4.3.7.1. Anticipated Impacts Construction phase During construction phase impacts on occupational health & safety may occur mainly due to the hazards associated with storage & handling of construction materials and high noise generating operations. Also, some impacts are likely to arise due to the physical hazards associated with construction & fabrication works. Cement & dust particles arise from storage and construction works may have adverse impacts on occupation health & safety. Similarly fall, trip and slip during construction operation as well as material handling operation may also have impacts on occupational health & safety. Noise generation during construction phase due to operation of construction machineries and equipment may also cause considerable impacts on occupational health & safety. Considering these all probabilities, it is suggested to provide safety gears like face mask, goggles, ear muff/plug, safety helmet and non-slippery safety shoes for all concerned employees engaged in construction works. Operation phase The proposed project requires 14 raw materials which includes 6 hazardous materials as per MSIHC Rules 2000. These hazardous materials may have serious toxic effects on occupational health. Continuous exposure of employee to these hazardous chemical beyond permissible limit (TWA/TLV) may result in permanent or temporary toxic or lethal effects. Hence, considering the necessity of assessment of such possibility by necessary modelling study for determination of hazardous areas & risk, RA for the proposed project has been conducted. The details of all probable toxic & flammable hazards are described in the RA report in Chapter-6. It has been noticed that the hazardous condition causing serious effects on occupational health may occur only during the catastrophic incident. Hence, impacts on occupational health & safety of personnel of the company during the catastrophic / considerable hazard incident are noticeable. To prevent the chances of such significant catastrophic/considerable hazard incident and associated risk, company has committed to implement all necessary hazard prevention, precautionary and control measures as suggested in the RA report. Further, it has to be noticed that the minor continuous exposure to the toxic materials may lead to health issue in long term. Hence, it is necessary to keep an eye on the health status of all employees on regular basis. For the purpose company has planned to organise regular occupation health checkup program as mentioned in chapter of environmental management & monitoring plan. Further, it has also been noticed that impacts on occupational health & safety in form of OSD, fall, slip, trip etc. may also occur due to heavy works like manual lifting of heavy good, continuous working in single position, working in improper ergonomic conditions etc. Considering these, proponent has planned closed automated transfer system for major raw materials as well as forklift & trolley for other handlings to ensure minimal manual handling. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-31 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Also proponent has planned to provide all necessary safety gears and emergency equipment for prevention or minimisation of chances of impacts on occupational health. 4.3.7.2. Mitigation Measures No major mitigation for occupation health & safety is required except the implementation of construction safety plan. Further, for operation phase, following hazards/risk reduction measures for Handling, Storage of Hazardous Materials (Bags, Drums & Tanks) are suggested to maintain safe work place & hazard free areas in the proposed unit. Construction Phase Provision of PPEs Like face mask, Goggles, safety shoes, helmets, safety gloves, ear muff/plug etc. for all concerned employee Safety belt for employee working on scaffolding Implementation of construction safety measures Turning off engines of idle high noise generating equipment / machineries Operation Phase To follow all statutory guidelines related with occupational health & safety Provision of all necessary facilities & procedures for occupational health & safety in the proposed unit Compliance with the provisions of the Manufacture, storage & Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1986 & the factories Act, 1948 & Gujarat Factories Rules, 1963 and The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 (As amended timely) Provision of necessary PPEs, safety equipment/ materials like face mask, Goggles, safety shoes, helmets, safety gloves, ear muff/plug etc. Provision of Proper label and identification board /stickers in the storage area. Use of Drum /Bag handling trolley / stackers/fork lift for handling & transfer of drum/bag Materials storage as per material compatibility and separate area for flammable, corrosive and toxic chemical drums storage Static grounding points for all tanks, process vessels/reactors and other facilities of storage & transfer of chemicals. Provision of local exhaust in warehouse & process to prevent toxic chemical vapour accumulation, chances of exposure above PEL/TLV limits Material safety data sheets to be displayed at storage as well as process and chemical handling area Provision of Fire hydrant system & fire extinguishers in proposed unit as per TAC/NFPA Norms. Automated Fire detection system shall be provided in storage area as well as plant area. Where automated system is not feasible to install, manual call points for fire location identification should be installed in plant premises. Provision of Safety valve on reactor Periodic On Site Emergency, Mock Drills, in order to train the staff and make them mentally prepared to tackle any emergency UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-32 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates 4.4. Proper colouring as per IS 2379 in plant to pipeline network, tank and equipment to protect it from corrosion. Implementation of work permit system on 100 % basis for hazardous work to be carried out in the plant Preparation of Induction safety course and compulsory training of all new employees before starting duties in plant Regular inspection for the safety procedures and use of PPEs & Safety equipment/material by the management/safety cell Carry out Health check-up programs regularly and maintenance of all records & documents related with employee health check-up program Pre-employment medical examination and periodical postemployment medical examination will be carried out once in a six month and record will be maintained in Form No-32 & 33 as per GFR. EVALUATION OF IMPACTS Matrix methods are basically generalized checklists where one dimension of a matrix is a list of environmental, social & economic factors likely to be affected by a proposal. The other dimension is a list of actions associated with development. These relate to both construction and operation phases. Making cells representing a likely impact resulting from the interaction of a facet of the development with an environmental feature identifies impacts. With some matrices qualitative representation of impact importance and magnitude are inserted in individual cell. Matrices provide cause-effect relationships between the various project activities and their impacts on the numerous environmentally important sectors or components. Matrices provide a graphic tool for display of impacts to their audience in a manner that can be easily comprehended. The impact of different project activities on various environmental components like ecology, environmental pollution, aesthetics and socio-economics have been summarized in a form of a matrix and are presented in Table 4.8 to 4.11 for Construction & Operation Phase. To show the potentials of impact, a two-dimensional MATRIX System has been employed with impact magnitudes of an each cause. All the impacts are confined to the study region of 5-km radius from the Plant. The summary shows the influence of the Environment Management Plan (EMP) also i.e. impact predicted for both, with and without EMP. The MATRIX System assumes the following: The environmental indices identified can be classified into the following: Physical Parameters : Surface water quality Ground water quality Air quality & Climate Soil Quality UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-33 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Ecological Parameters : Social Parameters: Economic Parameters : Land use pattern & Topography Forests/ Parks/ Sanctuary Flora & Fauna Aquatic ecosystem Aesthetics Local Housing structure Services Health & Safety Agriculture Fisheries Industries Employment The assessment of the impact of the general impacting activities on the above parameters of environmental indices can be done by establishing a co-relation by “Cause and effect relationship” with the help of impact matrices. The environmental impact matrices can be prepared for two conditions: 1. Without mitigation/control measures. 2. With proposed mitigation measures for adverse / beneficial effects. The criteria for evaluation of qualitative matrix are presented herewith: 1. No Impact (0) : This indicates that the project activity is unlikely to have any impact on an environmental attribute. 2. Negligible Adverse Impact (-1) / Negligible Beneficial Impact (+1) : It signifies that the actions have minor effect, adverse or beneficial, on the environmental parameters concerned. 3. Significant Adverse Impact(-2) / Significant Beneficial Impact (+2) : The activities and their environmental Impacts are judged to be significant if they create, or have the potential to create concern in the public or professional community. 4. High Adverse Impact(-3) / High Beneficial Impact (+3): The action that can create or have a potential to create controversy in the public or professional community due to its long-term effect. They may be at times irreversible. The criteria for Overall evaluation of qualitative matrix are presented below: A. Highly Negative overall Impacts: Total Score= above -353 B. Moderately Negative overall Impacts: Total Score= -176 to - 352 C. Slightly Negative overall Impacts: Total Score= -1 to -176 D. Neutral overall Impacts: Total Score = 0 E. Slightly Positive overall Impacts: Total Score= 1 to 176 F. Moderately Positive overall Impacts: Total Score= 176 to 352 G. Highly Positive overall Impacts: Total Score = above 353 UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-34 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates The environmental Impact matrix without mitigation / control measures during the construction phase is given as Table 4.8, while the matrix with proposed mitigation measures during the construction phase is given in Table 4.9. The environmental Impact matrix without mitigation / control measures during the operation phase is given as Table 4.10, while the matrix with proposed mitigation measures during the operation phase is given in Table 4.11. As seen in the tables 4.8 & 4.9, overall impacts of the construction phase of the proposed project without mitigation measures would be -66 which would turn in slightly negative impacts (-8) by provision of mitigation measures. It is also seen from the table 4.9 that the adverse impacts on environment would occur mainly due to impacts on Air Quality & Climate and occupation health & safety. It is also observed that the adverse impacts after necessary mitigation measures would occur only due to the installation of the machinery and other infrastructure and commissioning of plants during construction phase. Further, as seen in the tables 4.10 & 4.11, overall impacts of the operation phase of the proposed project without mitigation measures would be -152 which would be reduced to -21 by provision of mitigation measures. It is also seen from the table 4.11 that the adverse impacts on environment would occur mainly due to impacts on occupation health & safety as well as impacts on ambient air quality. It is also observed that the adverse impacts would be mainly due to the Temporary break-down of control equipments (-11). UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-35 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Construction works Fabrication works Use of construction resources Transportation of construction materials, equipments & machinery Installation of the machinery and other infrastructure Allotment of work to local contract labour and employees Commissioning Plant Surface Water 0 -1 0 -1 0 0 0 -2 -4 Ground Water 0 -1 0 -1 0 0 0 -1 -3 Air Quality & Climate -1 -2 -2 -3 -2 -2 0 -3 -15 Soil Quality -1 -1 -2 -2 -1 -2 0 -2 -11 Landuse pattern 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Forest/ Park/ Sanctuary 0 -1 0 -1 0 0 0 -2 -4 Flora & Fauna 0 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 0 -2 -7 Aquatic Ecosystem 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 -1 Aesthetics 0 -1 -1 -1 -2 -3 0 -3 -11 Local housing structure 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Services 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Health & Safety -1 -3 -2 -2 -1 -3 0 -3 -15 Agriculture 0 -2 0 0 0 0 0 -2 -4 Fisheries 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Industries, Trade and Business 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 3 Employment 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 6 TOTAL -3 -12 -6 -10 -5 -10 1 -21 -66 IMPACT SOURCES PARAMETERS TOTAL Site preparation Table 4.8 : Matrix Evaluation for proposed project without mitigation measures (Construction Phase) PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PARAMETERS: ECOLOGICAL PARAMETERS: SOCIAL PARAMETERS: ECONOMIC PARAMETERS: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. 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(QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-36 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Site preparation Construction works Fabrication works Use of construction resources Transportation of construction materials, equipments & machinery Installation of the machinery and other infrastructure Allotment of work to local contract labour and employees Commissioning Plant TOTAL Table 4.9 : Matrix Evaluation for proposed project with mitigation measures (Construction Phase) Surface Water 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Ground Water 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Air Quality & Climate -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 0 -1 -7 Soil Quality 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 0 -1 Landuse pattern 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Forest/ Park/ Sanctuary 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Flora & Fauna 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Aquatic Ecosystem 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Aesthetics 0 -1 0 0 -1 -1 0 -1 -4 Local housing structure 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Services 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Health & Safety -1 -1 -1 0 0 -1 0 -1 -5 Agriculture 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Fisheries 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Industries, Trade and Business 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 3 Employment 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 6 TOTAL -2 -2 0 1 0 -3 1 -3 -8 IMPACT SOURCES PARAMETERS PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PARAMETERS: ECOLOGICAL PARAMETERS: SOCIAL PARAMETERS: ECONOMIC PARAMETERS: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. 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(QCI-NABET Accredited) Wastewater generation & disposal Handling of hazardous substances Utility operations Haz/ Non-Haz. waste – storage, handling and reuse/ disposal Temporary break-down of control equipments End use of products -2 -2 -2 0 0 -2 -2 -3 -3 0 -3 -2 -1 -3 0 -3 -2 -3 -3 0 -1 -1 -3 -2 0 -1 -1 -2 -3 0 -3 -3 -3 -3 0 0 0 -1 -1 0 -15 -13 -20 -19 0 0 0 0 -2 -2 0 -2 -2 -1 -1 -2 0 -1 -2 0 -2 -2 0 -2 -2 0 0 0 0 -12 -14 -1 0 0 -1 0 -1 0 0 -3 -2 0 -2 -3 -1 0 -1 -3 -2 0 0 -3 -2 0 0 -3 -3 0 0 -3 -1 0 0 -1 -14 0 -5 -22 -2 0 1 0 -8 -1 -1 0 0 -20 -1 -1 0 0 -23 -1 -1 0 0 -21 -3 -1 0 0 -19 -2 -1 0 0 -19 -3 -2 0 0 -27 0 0 1 1 -2 -15 -7 3 2 -152 TOTAL Manufacturing of products PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PARAMETERS: 0 Surface Water 0 Ground Water -2 Air Quality & Climate -1 Soil Quality 0 Landuse pattern ECOLOGICAL PARAMETERS: -2 Forest/ Park/ Sanctuary -2 Flora & Fauna 0 Aquatic Ecosystem SOCIAL PARAMETERS: -2 Aesthetics 0 Local housing structure -1 Services -3 Health & Safety ECONOMIC PARAMETERS: -2 Agriculture 0 Fisheries 1 Industries 1 Employment -13 TOTAL Consumption of resources PARAMETERS Storage and transportation IMPACT SOURCES Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-38 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Table 4.11 : Matrix Evaluation for proposed project with mitigation measures (Operation Phase) Consumption of resources Manufacturing of products Wastewater generation & disposal Handling of hazardous substances Utility operations Haz/ Non-Haz. waste – storage, handling and reuse/ disposal Temporary break-down of control equipments End use of products Surface Water Quality 0 0 -1 -1 0 0 0 -2 0 -4 Ground Water Quality 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 -1 Air Quality & Climate -1 0 -1 0 -1 -1 0 -1 -1 -6 Soil Quality 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 -1 -1 -3 Landuse pattern 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Forest/ Park/ Sanctuary 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 -1 Flora & Fauna 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 -1 Aquatic Ecosystem 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Aesthetics 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -2 -1 -3 Local housing structure 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Services 0 0 0 -1 0 0 0 0 0 -1 Health & Safety -1 0 -1 0 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -7 Agriculture 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 0 -1 Fisheries 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Industries 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 Employment 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 4 TOTAL 0 1 -3 -2 -2 -1 -1 -11 -2 -21 PARAMETERS TOTAL Storage and transportation IMPACT SOURCES PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PARAMETERS: ECOLOGICAL PARAMETERS: SOCIAL PARAMETERS: ECONOMIC PARAMETERS: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-04: Anticipated impacts & Mitigation measures 4-39 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers CHAPTER: 05 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM 5.1. GENERAL M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers and Chemicals has proposed a new unit for production of synthetic organic chemicals. As the project requires prior environmental clearance before setting up the unit, present EIA study has been conducted as per provision of SO 1533 (as timely amended). As described in earlier chapter 4, some minor impacts on environment due to the operation of proposed project would occur. Considering the studied probabilities of impacts on various environmental attributes, detailed impacts evaluation study has been conducted as presented in earlier chapter 4. Based on the predicted & assessed impacts as well as the baseline environmental status of the project area, present environmental monitoring plan has been designed& suggested for implementation as post project environmental monitoring program as described below in subsequent sections under respective headings. 5.1.1. OBJECTIVE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM As described in earlier chapter 4, the proposed project will have only acceptable minor impacts mainly due to emission, effluent generation &disposal, contamination of workplace air due to fugitive & process emission and toxic contamination of air due to major accident in storage & transportation activities releasing toxic/hazardous chemicals. Noise & vibration generation will not be a major issue as the noise level in plant will always remain well below the stipulated standard & limits prescribed by CPCB/GPCB and NIOSH/OSHA for workplace/industrial area. Necessary mitigation has been suggested by EIA team and all major points have been covered in EMP for prevention, control & mitigation of these probable impacts. For regular tracking of the effectiveness of mitigation measures & EMP at specific interval, regular monitoring of the necessary environmental parameters is required to keep the records updated for review and revision of EMP as & when required. With this vision, the present environment monitoring program has been prepared with due consideration of the baseline status of the project area, various components of project & environmental attributes likely to be affected. The Environmental Monitoring Program has been scheduled for the following major objectives: To comply with the statutory requirements of monitoring for compliance with conditions of EC, NOC and CC&A To comply with the provision of Factory Act/Rules& MSIHC Rules Assessment of the changes in environmental conditions, if any, during the project operation/activities. Monitoring & tracking the effectiveness of Environment Management Plan & implementation of mitigation measures planned. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-05: Environmental monitoring program 5-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Identification of any significant adverse transformation in environmental condition to plan additional mitigation measures; if & as required The environmental monitoring program designed with the above objective and understandings have been described in the present chapter in subsequent sections under respective heading. M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers and Chemicals shall implement the environment monitoring programs in line with the planned schedule. The company shall ensure that the necessary requisite & facilities are made available and necessary arrangement including budgetary provision has been made as & when required to ensure regular efficient environmental monitoring activities. 5.2. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM The environmental monitoring program has been prepared in five different sections covering all necessary guidelines & plan for effective & efficient monitoring of the environmental conditions to ensure that EMP is implemented efficiently to prevent/minimize the anticipated impacts as described in earlier chapter-4. All required aspects including location, parameters, interval/frequency as well required documentation & records and budgetary provisions has been covered in the planned environmental monitoring program. The details are of the programs are presented below under respective headings. 5.2.1. ENVIRONMENTAL ATTRIBUTES & LOCATION OF SAMPLING The monitoring points/location & components of significance shall be as following: Table 5.1: Monitoring Points/Locations & Components Sr. No. 1. Environmental Components Monitoring Points/Location Ambient Air Ambient air quality at minimum 3 location within the plant premises having 1 location in downwind direction. Ambient air quality at minimum 1location in downwind direction preferably at interval of 500 mtrs. & 1 km distance from plant boundary. Workplace areas: RM Storage and Production areas In case of accidental leak & spill of hazardous chemical: At maximum spots likely to be affected 2. Water & Wastewater Groundwater from bore well nearest to project site In case of accidental spillage/leak , groundwater samples from the area likely to be affected 3. Emission All Stacks including stacks of TFH, Boiler & DG Set 4. Noise At all sources(DG set, Boiler, TFH, Production Utilities/machineries, Pumps, Compressors etc.) and at deferent areas (Production area, Storage area, transportation area, Administrative area, security area, utility house, ETP etc) within premises 5. Greenbelt/Vegetation Cover Greenbelt Area at Boundary & Garden UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-05: Environmental monitoring program 5-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Sr. No. 6. Environmental Components Monitoring Points/Location Soil At Two locations: from storage & greenbelt area, In case of accidental spillage/leak , soil of the affected area from various spots & depth 5.2.2. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PARAMETERS & SCHEDULE The monitoring parameters and frequency of monitoring shall be as following: Table 5.2: Environmental Monitoring Parameters & Schedule S. No. Item Parameters Frequency& Responsible Party 1. Ambient Air quality PM2.5, PM10, SO2, NOX, HCl,VOCs* Monthly By External Lab 2. Stationary Emission from Stack Utility emission: PM, SO2, NOX, Process emission: HCl Monthly By External Lab 3. Work Place Monitoring PM2.5, PM10, SO2, NOX, HCl, VOCs*, PCl3, POCl3, Phosphine, Light &NoiseTemperature, Humidity, Quarterly By External Lab. &Monthly - In house by EHS Exe.e/Sr. Chemist 4. Water pH, EC, Turbidity, TDS, Calcium, Magnesium, Total Hardness, Total Alkalinity, , DO, COD, BOD Chlorides, Sulphates, Phosphate, Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, Phenolic Compound, Cadmium, Lead, Zinc, Barium Daily through in-house lab.by Sr. Chemist and Quarterly By External Lab. 5. Noise Equivalent Noise Level - dB (A) Weekly – In House by EHS Exe. And Quarterly By External Lab. (At least 1 hr. continuous) 6. Soil pH, EC, Moisture, Organic matter, Phenolic Compound, N, P, K, SO4-2, Cl-, Ca+2, Mg+2 & Na+, Cd, Pb, Zn, Ba 7. Greenbelt Number of plantation (Units), Number Throughout Year at regular of Survived Plants/Trees, Number of interval: In Houseby EHS Executive Poor Plant/Trees & other EMC members 8. Annual Environmental Audit As per Direction of Honorary High Court, Gujarat (if applicable) or as per provisions of ISO Standards or Voluntary Yearly(In-house by MD, Environment Manager & other EMC members; External only If required by statutory &ISO provision through Approved Lab) 9. Employee As per statutory provision Yearly through Approved Medical UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Quarterly by External Lab.& Monthly – In House by EHS Exe Chapter-05: Environmental monitoring program 5-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers S. No. Item Parameters Frequency& Responsible Party Medical/Health Checkup &requirement (the factories Act, 1948 &Gujarat Factories Rules, 1963) Officer & Doctor as per OHS Plan Note: *VOCs are to be monitored in terms of Chemicals of Proposed project (i.e. Phenol, Alcohols etc.) In addition to the above regular monitoring in storage & production area shall be done for hazardous Chemicals (at least Phenol & Alcohols used in process etc.) of project using appropriate methods &/or detectors to ensure absence of these chemicals/pollutants in workplace to prevent poisoning/toxic effects on occupation health. Such monitoring to check any contamination of workplace shall be done as per statutory requirements; if any. In case of accidental spill & leak of hazardous chemicals, monitoring of the environment as needed for detection of the spilled/leaked chemical shall be done in the affected area. In such case, soil sample & groundwater sample of the affected area as mentioned in earlier section shall be collected and analyzed for detection of the spilled / leaked chemicals at regular interval for the period as required to ensure safe level of contamination. 5.2.3. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING METHODS Monitoring of environmental samples shall be done as per the guidelines provide by MoEF/CPCB. The method followed shall be recommended / standard method approved/recommended by MoEF/CPCB. The list of preferred method of sampling & analysis of environmental samples is provided in the Annexure-IV of environmental method. For monitoring of workplace area methods suggested / published by NIOSH or any other authorities shall be adopted. 5.2.4. REPORT & DOCUMENTATION The records of the monitoring program shall be kept on regular basis for all aspects of the monitoring. Separate records for water, wastewater, solid waste, air, emission, soil & manure shall be prepared and preserved regularly. Immediately upon the completion of monitoring as per the planned schedule, report shall be done & necessary documents shall be forwarded to the concern person. Methodology of monitoring (sampling & analysis) shall be prepared as separate documents as SOP (standard Operating Procedure) wherever required. The records showing results/outcome of the monitoring programs shall be prepared as per the requirement of the schedule mentioned above. Regularly these documents & records shall be reviewed for necessary improvement of the monitoring plan/mitigation measures/environmental technologies as well as for necessary actions of environmental management cell. Environmental statements &/or performance report/compliance report/audit report as per conditions of EC and CC&A shall be prepared and submitted to the concern authority as per the guidelines provided by the authorities within the stipulated timeframe. CC&A and other statutory permission/consents must be obtained & renewed timely as per legal provision & guidelines. Similarly, all necessary report & forms shall be prepared and submitted to the concern authority as per the statutory requirement of Environmental Acts/rules, Factory Act UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-05: Environmental monitoring program 5-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers &MSIHC rules. Reporting of accident & other requirements shall be made in prescribed format well within stipulated time frame as per statutory requirements & guidelines. 5.2.5. BUDGETARY PROVISIONS On regular basis, environment management cell shall inspect the necessity & availability of the materials, technologies, services & maintenance works. The cell shall made appropriate budget for the purpose. Regular record review for change in financial requirement of environment management shall be done and appropriate budgetary provisions shall be made. With other budget, Budget for environmental management shall be prepared and revised regularly up on requirement. The budget shall include provisions for: Environmental Monitoring Program Operation & Maintenance of environmental Technologies/Equipment Laboratory works for Environmental management activities Emergency Purchase of necessary material, equipment, tools, services Greenbelt development Social & Environmental Welfare & Awareness programs/training Annual Environmental Audit. The company has made budgetary provision for the proposed project as a part of their initial planning of the project. The same is presented below. Table 5.3: Budgetary Provisions for EMS Sr. Purpose No. A.Capital Cost for EMS 1. Environmental protection measures B) Annual Recurring Cost for EMS 1. Environment & Safety Management System 2. Greenbelt Maintenance (For First Year) 3. Solid waste Disposal 4. Enterprise social responsibility expenses* Total Estimated Cost (Rs. In Lakhs) 25.00 10.50 2.00 2.00 3.50 13.00 Note: * Budget of ESR is calculated as 5% of capital of proposed project to spend in Five years. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-05: Environmental monitoring program 5-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers CHAPTER: 06 ADDITIONAL STUDIES 6.1. GENERAL As per the provision of EIA Notification - SO 1533 (as amendedtimely), additional studies are the vital component of EIA especially when specific additional study is awarded as approved TOR condition by the concern authority: EAC or SEAC during the scoping for EIA. This section / chapter of additional studies of EIA report comprises mainly the Risk Assessment, Public Participation and Social Studies for R&R plan as per the generic structure of EIA report as mentioned in the SO 1533. In case of the present EIA study for proposed project of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers and Chemicals, Risk Assessment as additional studies has been given as condition in awarded TOR, which needed to be included in the EIA study & report. The Risk Assessment Study for the upcoming project has been conducted by Risk Assessment expert of the EIA team. In addition to the RA, disaster & emergency management plan is also prepared by expert after necessary modification in the existing plan provided by the proponent. The public hearing is not required as the proposed project is to be developed in the Notified Industrial Zone/Estate established before 2006. Similarly, Social Studies for R&R plan is also not conducted for the proposed project as land acquired for the proposed project is an industrial plot situated in the notified industrial estate of GIDC-Sarigam and additional land outside of the industrial estate and hence Rehabilitation & Resettlement is not required. The details regarding the additional studies have been described below under respective heading with reference to relevant Annexure of present EIA report. 6.2. PUBLIC CONSULTATION As per statutory requirements, Public consultation is not applicable to the proposed project as the project is to be developed in the premises situated in the notified industrial areaof GIDC Sarigamwhich is established before 2006(Ref. OM dtd. 10/12/2014). Therefore, as prescribed by SEAC in letter of awarded TOR, Public hearing is not required for the proposed project and hence, public hearing is not conducted. 6.3. RISK ASSESSMENT & DISASTER MANAGEMENT The Risk Assessment Study for the upcoming project of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers and Chemicals has been conducted by functional area expert (Risk Assessment & Hazard Management) of EIA Team. The risk assessment has been carried out with consideration of some probable worst case scenarios like Fire, explosion and flammable cloud & toxic dispersion. The major hazards are noticed to be associated with 3 chemicals of the project Phenol, PCl3, POCl3,which can have worst case scenarios of fire & explosion as well as dispersion of toxic vapor & flammable cloud. As, the proposed project is of manufacturing of synthetic organic chemicals using some organic chemicals, impacts are likely to occur due to some other chemical hazards also. Thus with such probabilities & considerations of hazards & risk, Risk Assessment Study has been carried out by proponent as pre-project conceptual RA study. The Disaster & Onsite Emergency Management plan has also been prepared as a part of RA study assignment. Onsite emergency plan has been enclosed herewith the EIA report asAnnexure-XI. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers 6.3.1 Hazard Identification Risk assessment process rests on identification of specific hazards, hazardous areas and areas vulnerable to effects of hazardous situations in facilities involved in processing and storage of chemicals. Hazardous posed by particular installation or a particular activity can be broadly classified as fire and explosive hazards and toxicity hazards. Whether a particular activity is fire and explosive hazardous or toxicity hazardous primarily depends on the materials handled and their properties. It will be from the above discussion that study of various materials handled is a prerequisite from any hazard identification process to be accurate. Dow’s F&EI and Mond’s Toxicity indices, which make use of past experience to develop relative ranking of hazards, is used for prioritization & determination of probable hazards associated with the hazardous chemicals of the proposed project. Based on this study the hazard indices are calculated for subsequent categorization of units depending upon the degree of hazard they pose. 6.3.2 Identification of Hazardous Area A study of process for manufacturing of synthetic chemicals as given in project report indicates the following: Process plant will be Batch process and multipurpose and multi utility base plant due to that at a time inventory of raw materials at production area will be very less. Batch size requirement of raw chemicals will be charged into day tank or reactor. After this, the valves of supply line will be closed &/or empty drums will be sent back to RM store for neutralization and disposed off. Thus the inventory of the raw material in process area will be limited and for limited time. Drums will be stored in drum storage area as per statutory requirements. Maximum one month’s requirement of raw material inventory will be kept in drum storage area. List of hazardous chemicals identified as per the MSIHC Applicability is provided in 6.2. Some highly hazardous (flammable) chemicals will be stored in isolated tank farm area as per statutory requirements. The tank farm area will be provided with fire hydrant & other safety measures like efficient grounding, dyke wall etc. All pumps & motor will be flameproof to prevent incidence of fire & explosion Gas skid area is isolated near main gate with all required safety measures as per statutory requirements & fire hydrant system. Considering the above Tank Farm Area, Gas Skid Area, RM Storage area for Drum storage are identified as main hazardous area related with hazardous materials storage, handling & transfers. Following are the list of raw materials along with max. storage quantity, mode of storage & transportation and source of supply. Table 6.1: Details of raw materials of proposed project Sr. Name of Chemical Physical Max. Storage Mode of Source of No. state Quantity storage Supply (MT) Liquid 1. Phenol 70.00 Tank Indigenous Liquid 2. PCl3 16.00 Tank Indigenous Liquid 3. POCl3 16.00 Tank Indigenous Liquid 4. 2-Ethyl Hexanol 20.00 Drum/Tank Indigenous UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Mode of Transpor t By road By road By road By road Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Butanol Cresol Tri Phenyl Phosphite Stearyl alcohol Di propylene Glycol Bisphenol Nonyl Phenol Pentaerythritol 2,4 di-tert-butyl phenol 2,4 di-tert-amyl phenol Isodecyl alcohol Liquid Liquid Liquid Solid Liquid Solid Liquid Solid Solid Liquid Liquid 5.00 16.00 30.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 20.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 20.00 Drum/Barrel Drum/Tank Tank HDPE Bag Drum/Barrel HDPE Bag Tank HDPE Bag Drum Drum/Barrel Drum/ tank Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous Indigenous By road By road By road By road By road By road By road By road By road By road By road Table 6.2: Identification of Hazardous Raw Materials as per MSIHC Rules (2000) Name Phenol Phosphorous Trichloride ( PCl3) POCl3 2-Ethyl Hexanol Butanol Cresol High Speed Diesel Chemical Classification MSIHC Applicability Toxic (Class 6.1) Toxic, Flammable, Corrosive (Class 6.1) Toxic, Flammable, Corrosive (Class 8) Flammble,Irritant(Class 3)) flammable Flammble Flamable Sh-I,Part-II,481 Sh-I,Part-II,506 Sh-I,Part-II,504 Sh-I,Part-II,254 Sh-I,Part-I Sh-I,Part-I Sh-I, Part-I As the applicability of MSIHC rules as amended in 2000 are to be verified, raw materials are described below for necessary regulatory requirement like threshold limit of storage at any time of operation phase as well as applicability of relevant act & rules. 15 raw materials will be required for manufacturing of the proposed organic products. The materials may fall under the definition of hazardous material/chemicals either due to flammability or toxicity and even some chemicals are namely covered in MSIHC rules as hazardous materials. The details of schedule I are referred for identification of hazardous materials of the project. Total 6 raw materials out of 15 RawMaterials are identified as hazardous as per MSIHC Rules, as amended in 2000. The summarized details of applicability of MSIHC Rules along with the hazardous raw materials as per MSIHC Rules, as amended in 2000 are listed above in tabular form. 6.3.3 Failure Frequencies Hazardous material release scenarios can be broadly divided into 2 categories I) catastrophic failures which are of low frequency and II) Ruptures and leaks which are of relatively high frequency. Releases from failure of gaskets, seal, rupture in pipelines and vessels fall in the second category whereas catastrophic failure of vessels and full bore rupture of pipelines etc. fall into the first category. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Table 6.3: Typical failure frequencies Item Atmospheric storage Process Pipelines < = 50 mm dia > 50 mm <=150mm dia < 150 mm dia Hoses Mode of failure Catastrophic failure Significant leak Failure frequencies 10-9 /yr 10-5 /yr Full bore rupture Significant leak Full bore rupture Significant leak Full bore rupture Significant leak Rupture 8.8 x 10-7 /m.yr 8.8 x 10-6 /m.yr 2.6 x 10-7 /m.yr 5.3 x 10-6 /m.yr 8.8 x 10-8 /m.yr 2.6 x 10-6 /m.yr 3.5 x 10-2 /m.yr Table 6.4: Failure Rates for Pressure Storage/Transfer UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers 6.3.4CONSEQUENCE ANALYSIS & CONTROL MEASURES 6.3.4.1 Consequence Analysis of PCl3 INPUT DATA Chemical Data: Chemical Name Molecular Weight: Specific Gravity: Ambient Saturation Concentration: Flammability Limits PCl3 137.33 g/mol 0.945 at 20°C (liquid) 158,557 ppm or 15.9% LEL: 13000 ppm UEL: 94000 ppm Storage Data: Tank Diameter: 2.1 meters Tank Length: 3.18 meters Tank Volume: 11.00 cubic meters Tank contains liquid Internal Temperature: 25° C Chemical Mass in Tank: 16 tons Tank is 84% full Stored Quantity: Ambient Boiling Point: Ambient Flash Point: 16 MT 76°C 129°F O.C. 111°F C.C. Vapour Pressure 0.16atm Toxicity Data: IDLH: 25 ppm Atmospheric Data: Wind: 3 meters/second from NE at 3 meters Ground Roughness: urban or forest Cloud Cover: 5 tenths Air Temperature: 25° C Stability Class: D No Inversion Height Relative Humidity: 50% OUTCOME OF SCENARIO MODELS (As Instantaneous Source) (PCl3) 1. Toxic dispersion of chemical escaping from tank (not burning)(Leak from hole in Vertical cylindrical tank through 1 cm hole) Toxicity limits 25 ppm = IDLH Distance (m) 68 meters Effect of Toxic Dispersion Life-threatening health effects or death. SOURCE STRENGTH: Opening is 0 meters from tank bottom Ground Type: Default soil Ground Temperature: equal to ambient Max Puddle Diameter: UnknownRelease Duration: ALOHA limited the duration to 1 hour Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 4.26 kilograms/min (averaged over a minute or more) Total Amount Released: 181 kilograms Note: The chemical escaped as a liquid and formed an evaporating puddle. The puddle spread to a diameter of 4.5 meters. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers THREAT ZONE: Model Run: Gaussian Red : 68 meters --- (25 ppm = IDLH) OUTCOME OF SCENARIO MODELS (As Continuous Source) (PCl3) 2. Toxic dispersion of chemical escaping from tank (not burning)(Leak from hole in Vertical cylindrical tank through 1 cm hole) Toxicity limits 25 ppm = IDLH Distance (m) 68 meters Effect of Toxic Dispersion Life-threatening health effects or death. SOURCE STRENGTH: Direct Source: 0.266 tons/min Source Height: 0 Release Duration: 60 minutes Release Rate: 241 kilograms/min Total Amount Released: 14,479 kilograms THREAT ZONE: Model Run: Heavy Gas Red : 1.1 kilometers --- (25 ppm = IDLH) 6.3.4.2 Consequence Analysis of Hydrogen Chloride INPUT DATA Chemical Data: Chemical Name Molecular Weight: Ambient Saturation Concentration: Flammability Limits HCl 36.46 g/mol 1,000,000 ppm or 100.0% -- Ambient Boiling Point: Ambient Flash Point: Vapour Pressure -85°C ->1atm Toxicity Data: IDLH: 50 ppm Atmospheric Data: Wind: 3 meters/second from NE at 3 meters Ground Roughness: urban or forest Cloud Cover: 5 tenths Air Temperature: 25° C No Inversion Height Relative Humidity: 50% UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Stability Class: D Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-6 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers OUTCOME OF SCENARIO MODELS (Hydrogen Chloride) 1. Toxic dispersion of chemical escaping from tank (not burning)(Leak from hole in horizontal cylindrical tank through 1 cm hole) Toxicity limits 50 ppm = IDLH Distance (m) 812 meters Effect of Toxic Dispersion Life-threatening health effects or death. SOURCE STRENGTH: Evaporating Puddle Puddle Area: 10 square meters Puddle Mass: 16 tons Ground Type: Default soil Ground Temperature: 25° C Initial Puddle Temperature: -85° CRelease Duration: ALOHA limited the duration to 1 hour Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 82.2 kilograms/min(averaged over a minute or more) Total Amount Released: 1,245 kilograms THREAT ZONE: Model Run: Heavy Gas Red : 812 meters --- (50 ppm = IDLH) 6.3.4.3 Consequence Analysis of POCl3 INPUT DATA Chemical Data: Chemical Name Molecular Weight: Ambient Saturation Concentration: Flammability Limits POCl3 153.33 g/mol 42,828 ppm or 4.28% -- UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Stored Quantity: Ambient Boiling Point: Ambient Flash Point: Vapour Pressure 10KL 105.5°C -0.043atm Toxicity Data: AEGL-1 (60 min): N/A AEGL-2 (60 min): N/A AEGL-3 (60 min): 0.85 ppm Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-7 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Storage Details: Tank Diameter: 2.00 m Tank Length: 3.18 m Tank Volume: 10 cubic meters Tank contains liquid Internal Temperature: 25° C Chemical Mass in Tank: 16 tons Tank is 87% full Atmospheric Data: Wind: 3 meters/second from NE at 3 meters Ground Roughness: urban or forest Cloud Cover: 5 tenths Air Temperature: 25° C Stability Class: D No Inversion Height Relative Humidity: 50% OUTCOME OF SCENARIO MODELS (POCl3) (As Instantaneous Source) 1. Toxic dispersion of chemical escaping from tank (not burning)(Leak from hole in horizontal cylindrical tank through 1 cm hole) Toxicity limits 0.3 mg/liter Distance (m) 80 meters Effect of Toxic Dispersion Life-threatening health effects or death. SOURCE STRENGTH: Circular Opening Diameter: 1 inches Opening is 0 meters from tank bottom Ground Type: Default soil Ground Temperature: equal to ambient Max Puddle Diameter: Unknown Release Duration: ALOHA limited the duration to 1 hour Max Average Sustained Release Rate: 15.8 kilograms/min (averaged over a minute or more) Total Amount Released: 568 kilograms Note: The chemical escaped as a liquid and formed an evaporating puddle. The puddle spread to a diameter of 15.0 meters. THREAT ZONE: Model Run: Gaussian Red : 80 meters --- (0.3 mg/liter) OUTCOME OF SCENARIO MODELS (POCl3) (As Continuous Source) 2. Toxic dispersion of chemical escaping from tank (not burning)(Leak from hole in horizontal cylindrical tank through 1 cm hole) Toxicity limits 0.3 mg/liter Distance (m) 680 meters UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Effect of Toxic Dispersion Life-threatening health effects or death. Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-8 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers SOURCE STRENGTH: Direct Source: 0.267 tons/min Source Height: 0 Release Duration: 60 minutes Release Rate: 242 kilograms/min Total Amount Released: 14,533 kilograms THREAT ZONE: Model Run: Heavy Gas Red : 680 meters --- (0.3 mg/liter) 6.3.5 Emergency Response Guideline 6.3.5.1 Emergency Response Guidelines for Phenol Identification: Substance: Phenol Protective Equipment/Clothing When working with phenol, workers should be provided with and required to use protective clothing, gloves, face shields, splash -proof safety goggles and other appropriate protective clothing necessary to prevent any possibility of skin or eye contact with solid or liquid phenol or liquids containing phenol. Cloropel, PVC (excellent resistance) or butyl rubber (good resistance) are recommended chemical suit materials for protection against phenol. Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact. Eyewash fountains should be provided in areas where there is any possibility that workers could be exposed to the substance; this is irrespective of the recommendation involving the wearing of eye protection. Respirator Recommendations: Up to 50 ppm: (Assigned protection factor = 10) Any chemical cartridge respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s) in combination with a dust and mist filter/(Assigned protection factor = 10) Any supplied-air respirator. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-9 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Respirator Recommendations: Up to 125 ppm: (Assigned protection factor = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode/(Assigned protection factor = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s) in combination with a dust and mist filter. Respirator Recommendations: Up to 250 ppm: (Assigned protection factor = 50) Any chemical cartridge respirator with a full facepiece and organic vapor cartridge(s) in combination with a highefficiency particulate filter/(Assigned protection factor = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister having a high-efficiency particulate filter/(Assigned protection factor = 50) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with a tight-fitting facepiece and organic vapor cartridge(s) in combination with a highefficiency particulate filter/(Assigned protection factor = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece/(Assigned protection factor = 50) Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece. Respirator Recommendations: Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions: (Assigned protection factor = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode/(Assigned protection factor = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary selfcontained positive-pressure breathing apparatus. Respirator Recommendations: Escape: (Assigned protection factor = 50) Any air-purifying, fullfacepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister having a high-efficiency particulate filter/Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus. NFPA Hazard Classification Health: 4 (Extreme) Materials that, on very short exposure, could cause death or major residual injury, including those that are too dangerous to be approached without specialized protective equipment. A few whiffs of the vapor or gas can cause death, or contact with the vapor or liquid may be fatal, if it penetrates the fire fighter's normal protective gear. The normal full protective clothing and breathing apparatus available to the typical fire fighter will not provide adequate protection against inhalation or skin contact with these materials. Flammability: 2 (Moderate) This degree includes materials that must be moderately heated before ignition will occur and includes Class II and IIIA combustible liquids and solids and semi-solids that readily give off ignitable vapors. Water spray may be used to extinguish fires in these materials because the materials can be cooled below their flash points. Instability: 0 (Minimal) This degree includes materials that are normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and that do not react with water. Normal fire fighting procedures may be used. DOT Emergency Guidelines GUIDE 153 SUBSTANCES - TOXIC and/or CORROSIVE (Combustible) POTENTIAL HAZARDS HEALTH · TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death. · Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. · Avoid any skin contact. · Effects of contact or inhalation may be delayed. · Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. · Runoff from fire control or dilution water may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause pollution. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-10 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers FIRE OR EXPLOSION · Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily. · When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors and sewers explosion hazards. · Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. · Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. · Containers may explode when heated. · Runoff may pollute waterways. · Substance may be transported in a molten form. PUBLIC SAFETY · CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover. · As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids. · Keep unauthorized personnel away. · Stay upwind. · Keep out of low areas. · Ventilate enclosed areas. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING · Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). · Wear chemical protective clothing that is specifically recommended by the manufacturer. It may provide little or no thermal protection. · Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection in fire situations ONLY; it is not effective in spill situations where direct contact with the substance is possible. EVACUATION Spill · See Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances for highlighted materials. For nonhighlighted materials, increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown under "PUBLIC SAFETY". Fire · If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. EMERGENCY RESPONSE Fire Small Fire · Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray. Large Fire · Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray. · Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. · Dike fire-control water for later disposal; do not scatter the material. Fire involving Tanks or Car/Trailer Loads · Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. · Do not get water inside containers. · Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. · Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. · ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. SPILL OR LEAK · ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). · Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-11 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers clothing. · Stop leak if you can do it without risk. · Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. · Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. · Do not get water inside containers. FIRST AID · Move victim to fresh air. · Call 108 or emergency medical service. · Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. · Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. · Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. · Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. · In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. · For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. · Keep victim warm and quiet. · Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. · Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. Fire Potential May be ignited by electrostatic discharge. Phenol and its solutions are flammable. Fire Fighting Procedure If material on fire or involved in fire: Use water in flooding quantities as fog. Solid streams of water may be ineffective. Cool all affected containers with flooding quantities of water. Apply water from as far a distance as possible. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Keep run off-water out of sewers and water sources. /Phenol, solid/ If material on fire or involved in fire: Do not extinguish fire unless flow can be stopped. Extinguish fire using agent suitable for type of surrounding fire. (Material itself does not burn or burns with difficulty.) Use water as flooding quantities as fog. Cool all affected containers with flooding quantities of water. Apply water from as far a distance as possible. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources. /Phenol, molten/ To fight fire, use alcohol foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemical. Cleanup Methods Control runoff and isolate discharged material for proper disposal. Approach release from upwind. Phenolic cmpd in wastewater are oxidized with hydrogen peroxide catalyzed by Fe+3-Fe+2. When the wt ratio of PhOH:H2O2 is 1:3 and iron 5-100 ppm, more than 95% of the phenols are removed in 30 min from a 500 ppm phenol soln at pH 5-6 and 25-50 deg C. Spills must be disposed of immediately by properly protected personnel; no other person should remain in the area. Flush with flooding quantities of water, then use caustic soda soln for neutralization. Remove all ignition sources and evacuate the area. Ventliate the area. Cover spilled solid phenol with dry lime or soda ash. Contain molten phenol with sand or earth and allow solidification. Absorb a phenol solution in earth or sand. Remove to a safe place to hold it for disposal. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-12 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Prevent molten phenol or a solution of phenol from entering sewers, water courses, or soil. Ensure personal protection. Disposal Methods: Incineration is the recommended method of disposal. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner or scrubber. Generators of waste (equal to or greater than 100 kg/mo) containing this contaminant, EPA hazardous waste number U188, must conform with USEPA regulations in storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of waste. Waste liquor containing 50,000 ppm was adjusted to give effluent containing 1 ppm then treated with activated sludge to give final effluent containing 0.07 ppm, 10% of which was recycled to conditioning tank. Chemical Treatability of Phenol; Concentration Process: Reverse Osmosis; Chemical Classification: Phenol; Scale of Study: Batch Flow; Type of Wastewater Used: Pure; Results of Study: -5.7% reduction w/CA membrane; 76.5% reduction w/C-PE1 membrane. Chemical Treatability of Phenol; Concentration Process: Reverse Osmosis; Chemical Classification: Phenol; Scale of Study: Pilot scale; Type of Wastewater Used: Synthetic; Results of Study: In excess of 90% separation at pH 8-10 with optimum at pH 9 at flux rate of about 70 gpd/sq ft. Results indicate that hyperfiltration (reverse osmosis) produced higher reduction and flux rates than ultrafiltration. Increasing pressure improves rejection with little effect on flux rate. Concentration had little effect on either rejection or flux rate. Chemical Treatability of Phenol; Concentration Process: Biological Treatment; Chemical Classification: Phenol; Scale of Study: Pilot scale; Type of Wastewater Used: Ultrafiltration; Results of Study: Its maximum rejection was 75% at pH 10; rejection increased as pH increased. Ionic state of solute rather than membrane material controlled rejection rate. Increased temp resulted in increased flux rate but rejection rate was only slightly affected. Solute rejection was not affected by length of operation. Chemical Treatability of Phenol; Concentration Process: Activated carbon; Chemical Classification: Phenol; Scale of Study: Batch Flow, Laboratory Scale; Type of Wastewater Used: Pure; Results of Study: 100% reduction; 6% desorbed from carbon by elutriation with solvent. Chemical Treatability of Phenol; Concentration Process: Activated Carbon; Chemical Classification: Phenol; Scale of Study: Isotherm test; Type of Wastewater Used: Pure; Results of Study: For pH= 3.0 Carbon capacity= 85 mg/g K= 12, 1/n= 0.38, r= 0.92; pt for pH= 7.0 Carbon capacity= 80 mg/g, K= 13, 1/n= 0.77, r= 0.91, For pH= 9.0 carbon capacity= 70 mg/g, K= 22, 1/n= 0.49, r= 0.94. Chemical Treatability of Phenol; Concentration Process: Activated Carbon; Chemical Classification: Phenol; Scale of Study: Continuous flow, Pilot Scale; Type of Wastewater Used: Hazardous material; Results of Study: 100% reduction with 8.5 min contact time. A good candidate for rotary kiln incineration at a temperature range of 820 to 1,600 deg C and residence times of seconds for liquids and gases, and hours for solids.A good candidate for fluidized bed incineration at a temperature range of 450 to 980 deg C and residence times of seconds for liquids and gases, and longer for solids. The use of a microdispersion of air in water for in situ treatment of hazardous organic wastes was described. An air microdispersion consisting of 60 to 65% air bubbles, 25 to 50 microns in diameter, in water, referred to as colloidal gas aphrons, was tested for stability and its ability to biodegrade phenol. The most important method, equally applied by refineries and petrochemical plants, is the biodegradation of phenol (activated sludge basins, aeration ponds, trickling filters). With this a 65-99% degradation of phenol is attained. A further decrease (80-90%) of the phenol content is obtained by treatment with ozone or activated charcoal. Medical Treatment Overview: ORAL EXPOSURE A. DILUTION - May enhance absorption of phenol, and should be avoided. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-13 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers B. EMESIS: Ipecac-induced emesis is not recommended because of the potential for CNS depression and seizures. C. ACTIVATED CHARCOAL - May limit systemic toxicity if administered soon after ingestion, but may interfere with endoscopic evaluation of gastrointestinal burns. D. ACTIVATED CHARCOAL: Administer charcoal as a slurry (240 mL water/30 g charcoal). Usual dose: 25 to 100 g in adults/adolescents, 25 to 50 g in children (1 to 12 years), and 1 g/kg in infants less than 1 year old. E. SEIZURES: Administer a benzodiazepine IV; DIAZEPAM (ADULT: 5 to 10 mg, repeat every 10 to 15 min as needed. CHILD: 0.2 to 0.5 mg/kg, repeat every 5 min as needed) or LORAZEPAM (ADULT: 2 to 4 mg; CHILD: 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg). 1. Consider phenobarbital or propofol if seizures recur after diazepam 30 mg (adults) or 10 mg (children > 5 years). 2. Monitor for hypotension, dysrhythmias, respiratory depression, and need for endotracheal intubation. Evaluate for hypoglycemia, electrolyte disturbances, hypoxia. F. MONITOR ECG, and kidney and liver function tests. G. VENTRICULAR DYSRHYTHMIAS/SUMMARY: Institute continuous cardiac monitoring, obtain an ECG, and administer oxygen. Evaluate for hypoxia, acidosis, and electrolyte disorders. Lidocaine and amiodarone are generally first line agents for stable monomorphic ventricular tachycardia, particularly in patients with underlying impaired cardiac function. Amiodarone should be used with caution if a substance that prolongs the QT interval and/or causes torsades de pointes is involved in the overdose. Unstable rhythms require immediate cardioversion. H. METHEMOGLOBINEMIA: Administer 1 to 2 mg/kg of 1% methylene blue slowly IV in symptomatic patients. Additional doses may be required. I) HYPOTENSION: Infuse 10 to 20 mL/kg isotonic fluid. If hypotension persists, administer dopamine (5 to 20 mcg/kg/min) or norepinephrine (ADULT: begin infusion at 0.5 to 1 mcg/min; CHILD: begin infusion at 0.1 mcg/kg/min); titrate to desired response. INHALATION EXPOSURE A. INHALATION: Move patient to fresh air. Monitor for respiratory distress. If cough or difficulty breathing develops, evaluate for respiratory tract irritation, bronchitis, or pneumonitis. Administer oxygen and assist ventilation as required. Treat bronchospasm with inhaled beta2 agonist and oral or parenteral corticosteroids. B. ACUTE LUNG INJURY: Maintain ventilation and oxygenation and evaluate with frequent arterial blood gas or pulse oximetry monitoring. Early use of PEEP and mechanical ventilation may be needed. EYE EXPOSURE A) DECONTAMINATION: Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of room temperature water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility. DERMAL EXPOSURE OVERVIEW 1. Remove phenol with undiluted polyethylene glycol 300 to 400 or isopropyl alcohol prior to washing, if readily available. Wash exposed areas twice or for at least 10 minutes with large quantities of SOAPY water. Water alone may be harmful. A physician may need to examine the exposed area if irritation or pain persist after the area is washed Evacuation: Spill See Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances for highlighted materials. For nonhighlighted materials, increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown under "PUBLIC SAFETY". UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-14 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Fire if tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. 6.3.5.2 Emergency Response Guidelines for PCl3 Identification: Substance: Phosphorus Trichloride CAS RN: 7719-12-2 Protective Equipment/Clothing Wear special protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Respiratory protection (supplied-air respirator with full facepiece or self-contained breathing apparatus) should be available where these compounds are manufactured or used and should be worn in case of emergency and overexposure. /Phosphorus compounds/ Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact. Eyewash fountains should be provided in areas where there is any possbility that workers could be exposed to the substance; this is irrespective of the recommendation involving the wearing of eye protection. Facilities for quickly drenching the body should be provided within the immediate work area for emergency use where there is a possibility of exposure. [Note: It is intended that these facilities provide a sufficient quantity or flow of water to quickly remove the substance from any body areas likely to be exposed. The actual determination of what constitutes an adequate quick drench facility depends on the specific circumstances. In certain instances, a deluge shower should be readily available, whereas in others, the availability of water from a sink or hose could be considered adequate. Respirator Recommendations: Up to 10 ppm: (Assigned Protection Factor = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece./(Assigned Protection Factor = 50) Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece. Respirator Recommendations: Up to 25 ppm: (Assigned Protection Factor = 2000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positivepressure mode. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-15 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Respirator Recommendations: Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions: (Assigned Protection Factor = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode./(Assigned Protection Factor = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary selfcontained positive-pressure breathing apparatus. Respirator Recommendatons: Escape: (Assigned Protection Factor = 50) Any air-purifying, fullfacepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted canister providing protection against the compound of concern. Only nonoxidizablesorbenets allowed (not charcoal). /Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus. Protective gloves, Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. NFPA Hazard Classification Health: 4 (Extreme) Materials that, on very short exposure, could cause death or major residual injury, including those that are too dangerous to be approached without specialized protective equipment. A few whiffs of the vapor or gas can cause death, or contact with the vapor or liquid may be fatal, if it penetrates the fire fighter's normal protective gear. The normal full protective clothing and breathing apparatus available to the typical fire fighter will not provide adequate protection against inhalation or skin contact with these materials. Flammability: 0 (Minimal) This degree includes any material that will not burn under typical fire conditions. Instability: 2 (Moderate) Materials that can undergo violent chemical changes at elevated temperatures and pressures. This also includes materials that may react violently with water or that may form potentially explosive mixtures with water. In advanced or massive fires involving these materials, fire fighting should be done from a safe distance or from a protected location. Special: Water Reactive Unusual reactivity with water; do not use water in either fire fighting or spill control response. DOT Emergency Guidelines ERG2012 GUIDE 137 SUBSTANCES - WATER-REACTIVE - CORROSIVE POTENTIAL HAZARDS HEALTH · CORROSIVE and/or TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors, dusts or substance may cause severe injury, burns or death. · Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. · Reaction with water may generate much heat that will increase the concentration of fumes in the air. · Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. · Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution. FIRE OR EXPLOSION · EXCEPT FOR ACETIC ANHYDRIDE (UN1715), THAT IS FLAMMABLE, some of these materials may burn, but none ignite readily. · May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). · Substance will react with water (some violently), releasing corrosive and/or toxic gases and UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-16 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers runoff. · Flammable/toxic gases may accumulate in confined areas (basement, tanks, hopper/tank cars, etc.). · Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. · Containers may explode when heated or if contaminated with water. · Substance may be transported in a molten form. PUBLIC SAFETY · CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover. · As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids. · Keep unauthorized personnel away. · Stay upwind. · Keep out of low areas. · Ventilate enclosed areas. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING · Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). · Wear chemical protective clothing that is specifically recommended by the manufacturer. It may provide little or no thermal protection. · Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection in fire situations ONLY; it is not effective in spill situations where direct contact with the substance is possible. EVACUATION Spill · See Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances for highlighted materials. For nonhighlighted materials, increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown under "PUBLIC SAFETY". Fire · If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. EMERGENCY RESPONSE Fire · When material is not involved in fire, do not use water on material itself. Small Fire · Dry chemical or CO2. · Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Large Fire · Flood fire area with large quantities of water, while knocking down vapors with water fog. If insufficient water supply: knock down vapors only. Fire involving Tanks or Car/Trailer Loads · Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. · Do not get water inside containers. · Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. · ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. SPILL OR LEAK · Fully encapsulating, vapor protective clothing should be worn for spills and leaks with no fire. · Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. · Stop leak if you can do it without risk. · Use water spray to reduce vapors; do not put water directly on leak, spill area or inside container. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-17 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers · Keep combustibles (wood, paper, oil, etc.) away from spilled material. Small Spill · Cover with DRY earth, DRY sand or other non-combustible material followed with plastic sheet to minimize spreading or contact with rain. · Use clean non-sparking tools to collect material and place it into loosely covered plastic containers for later disposal. · Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. FIRST AID · Move victim to fresh air. · Call 108 or emergency medical service. · Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. · Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. · Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. · Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. · In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. · For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. · Removal of solidified molten material from skin requires medical assistance. · Keep victim warm and quiet. · Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. · Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. Fire Potential Reacts with water to form hydrochloric acid, which reacts with most metals to form flammable hydrogen gas. Phosphorus trichloride is strongly corrosive and may set fire to combustible material /eg fibrous organic matter (wood, etc). Not combustible, but if involved in a fire decomposes to produce hydrogen chloride, phosphoric acid, phosphine. Not combustible. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion Fire Fighting Procedure Evacuation: If fire becomes uncontrollable or container is exposed to direct flame - consider evacuation of one-third (1/3) mile radius. If material on fire or involved in fire: Use dry chemical, dry sand, or carbon dioxide. Do not use water on material itself. If large quantities of combustibles are involved, use water in flooding quantites of water. Apply water from as far a distance as possible. Use water spray to knock down acid vapors. NO hydrous agents. NO water Cleanup Methods Environmental considerations: water spill: Neutralize with agricultural lime (CaO), crushed limestone (CaCO3), or sodium bicarbonate (NaCO3). Use mechanical dredges or lifts to remove immobilized masses of pollutant and precipitates. Adjust pH to neutral (pH=7). Environmental considerations: air spill: Apply water spray or mist to knock down vapors. Vapor knockdown water is corrosive or toxic and should be diked for containment. Environmental considerations: land spill: Dike surface flow using soil, sand bags, foamed polyurethane, or foamed concrete. Absorb bulk liquid with fly ash or cement powder. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-18 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Neutralize with agricultural lime (CaO), crushed limestone (CaCO3), or sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3). Releases may require isolation or evacuation. Use water spray to cool and disperse vapors and protect personnel. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. The spillage should be absorbed in dry sand or in an inert absorbent material and shovelled into sealable polyethylene-lined containers for disposal. Disposal Methods: SRP: The most favorable course of action is to use an alternative chemical product with less inherent propensity for occupational exposure or environmental contamination. Recycle any unused portion of the material for its approved use or return it to the manufacturer or supplier. Ultimate disposal of the chemical must consider: the material's impact on air quality; potential migration in soil or water; effects on animal, aquatic, and plant life; and conformance with environmental and public health regulations. Spillage should be handled only by an operator wearing full protective clothing and full-face mask/positive-pressure breathing apparatus. Absorbed spillage and residues should be buried in an approved landfill, away from water sources. Medical Treatment Overview: ORAL EXPOSURE A. Do NOT induce emesis. B. DILUTION: Immediately dilute with 4 to 8 ounces (120 to 240 mL) of water or milk (not to exceed 4 ounces/120 mL in a child). C. Observe patients with ingestion carefully for the possible development of esophageal or gastrointestinal tract irritation or burns. If signs or symptoms of esophageal irritation or burns are present, consider endoscopy to determine the extent of injury. INHALATION EXPOSURE A. INHALATION: Move patient to fresh air. Monitor for respiratory distress. If cough or difficulty breathing develops, evaluate for respiratory tract irritation, bronchitis, or pneumonitis. Administer oxygen and assist ventilation as required. Treat bronchospasm with inhaled beta2 agonist and oral or parenteral corticosteroids. B. If bronchospasm and wheezing occur, consider treatment with inhaled sympathomimetic agents. C. ACUTE LUNG INJURY: Maintain ventilation and oxygenation and evaluate with frequent arterial blood gas or pulse oximetry monitoring. Early use of PEEP and mechanical ventilation may be needed. EYE EXPOSURE A. DECONTAMINATION: Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of room temperature water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility. DERMAL EXPOSURE OVERVIEW 1. DECONTAMINATION: Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water. A physician may need to examine the area if irritation or pain persists. 2. Treat dermal irritation or burns with standard topical therapy. Patients developing dermal hypersensitivity reactions may require treatment with systemic or topical corticosteroids or antihistamines. Evacuation: (Protective Distance on MAP) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-19 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers 6.3.5.3 Emergency Response Guidelines for POCl3 Identification: WATER-REACTIVE – CORROSIVE TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion or contact with vapors, dusts or substance may cause severe injury, burns, or death When not involved in fire, do not use water on material itself. Molecular Formula:Cl3-O-P Molecular Weight:153.33 Protective equipment/clothing Personal resp protection.Necessary, incl canister-type gas masks for lower levels of contamination & otherwise, self-contained breathing apparatus.Safety goggles & protective clothing. Compressed gases may create low temperatures when they expand rapidly. Leaks and uses that allow rapid expansion may cause a frostbite hazard. Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent the skin from becoming frozen. Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact with the liquid that could result in burns or tissue damage from frostbite. Quick drench facilities and/or eyewash fountains should be provided within the immediate work area for emergency use where there is any possibility of exposure to liquids that are extremely cold or rapidly evaporating. Respirator Recommendations: Up to 3 ppm: (Assigned Protection Factor = 10) Any supplied-air respirator. Respirator Recommendations: Up to 7.5 ppm: (Assigned Protection Factor = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode. Respirator Recommendations: Up to 15 ppm: (Assigned Protection Factor = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted canister providing protection against the compound of concern.(Assigned Protection Factor = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece./(Assigned Protection Factor = 50) Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece. Respirator Recommendations: Up to 50 ppm: (Assigned Protection Factor = 1000) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. Respirator Recommendations: Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions: (Assigned Protection Factor = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode./(Assigned UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-20 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Protection Factor = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary selfcontained positive-pressure breathing apparatus. Escape: (Assigned Protection Factor = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted canister providing protection against the compound of concern/Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus NFPA hazard classification Health: 4 (Extreme) Materials that, on very short exposure, could cause death or major residual injury, including those that are too dangerous to be approached without specialized protective equipment. A few whiffs of the vapor or gas can cause death, or contact with the vapor or liquid may be fatal, if it penetrates the fire fighter's normal protective gear. The normal full protective clothing and breathing apparatus available to the typical fire fighter will not provide adequate protection against inhalation or skin contact with these materials. Flammability: 0 (Minimal) This degree includes any material that will not burn under typical fire conditions. Instability: 2 (Moderate) Materials that can undergo violent chemical changes at elevated temperatures and pressures. This also includes materials that may react violently with water or that may form potentially explosive mixtures with water. In advanced or massive fires involving these materials, fire fighting should be done from a safe distance or from a protected location. Special: Water Reactive Unusual reactivity with water; do not use water in either fire fighting or spill control response. DOT emergency guidelines GUIDE 137 SUBSTANCES - WATER-REACTIVE - CORROSIVE POTENTIAL HAZARDS HEALTH · CORROSIVE and/or TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors, dusts or substance may cause severe injury, burns or death. · Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. · Reaction with water may generate much heat that will increase the concentration of fumes in the air. · Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. · Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution. FIRE OR EXPLOSION · EXCEPT FOR ACETIC ANHYDRIDE (UN1715), THAT IS FLAMMABLE, some of these materials may burn, but none ignite readily. · May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). · Substance will react with water (some violently), releasing corrosive and/or toxic gases and runoff. · Flammable/toxic gases may accumulate in confined areas (basement, tanks, hopper/tank cars, etc.). · Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. · Containers may explode when heated or if contaminated with water. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-21 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers · Substance may be transported in a molten form. PUBLIC SAFETY · CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover. · As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids. · Keep unauthorized personnel away. · Stay upwind. · Keep out of low areas. · Ventilate enclosed areas. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING · Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). · Wear chemical protective clothing that is specifically recommended by the manufacturer. It may provide little or no thermal protection. · Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection in fire situations ONLY; it is not effective in spill situations where direct contact with the substance is possible. EVACUATION Spill · See Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances for highlighted materials. For nonhighlighted materials, increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown under "PUBLIC SAFETY". Fire · If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. EMERGENCY RESPONSE Fire · When material is not involved in fire, do not use water on material itself. Small Fire · Dry chemical or CO2. · Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Large Fire · Flood fire area with large quantities of water, while knocking down vapors with water fog. If insufficient water supply: knock down vapors only. Fire involving Tanks or Car/Trailer Loads · Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. · Do not get water inside containers. · Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. · ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-22 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers SPILL OR LEAK · Fully encapsulating, vapor protective clothing should be worn for spills and leaks with no fire. · Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. · Stop leak if you can do it without risk. · Use water spray to reduce vapors; do not put water directly on leak, spill area or inside container. · Keep combustibles (wood, paper, oil, etc.) away from spilled material. Small Spill · Cover with DRY earth, DRY sand or other non-combustible material followed with plastic sheet to minimize spreading or contact with rain. · Use clean non-sparking tools to collect material and place it into loosely covered plastic containers for later disposal. · Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. FIRST AID · Move victim to fresh air. · Call 108 or emergency medical service. · Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. · Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. · Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. · Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. · In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. · For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. · Removal of solidified molten material from skin requires medical assistance. · Keep victim warm and quiet. · Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. · Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. Fire potential Products of its reaction with water rapidly corrode steel & most metals with formation of flammable hydrogen gas Fire fighting procedure Use appropriate extinguishing agents on nearby combustible fires. Use water spray to knock down acid vapors. This chemical reacts violently with moisture producing hydrochloric and phosphoric acids. Poisonous gases including chlorides and phosphorus oxides are produced in fire. Do not use water unless used in flooding quantities to control a large fire by wetting down combustibles burning in vicinity of this material. Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or dry sand; do not use water on material itself. Use water spray to absorb vapors and cool all affected containers with flooding quantities of water. Apply water from a s far a distance as possible. Avoid breathing UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-23 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers vapors; keep upwind. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Avoid bodily contact with the material. Wear boots, protective gloves, and goggles. Do not handle broken packages without protective equipment. Wash away any material which may have contacted the body with copious amounts of water or soap and water. If contact with the material is anticipated, wear full protective clothing. Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry. Vapors are heavier than air and will collect in low areas. Containers may explode in fire. Storage containers and parts of containers may rocket great distances, in many directions. ...From a secure, explosion-proof location, use water spray to cool exposed containers. If cooling streams are ineffective (venting sound increases in volume and pitch, tank discolors, or shows any signs of deforming), withdraw immediately to a secure position Clean up method Releases may require isolation or evacuation. Use water spray to cool & disperse vapors & protect personnel. Keep material out of water sources and sewers; build dikes to contain flow as necessary; use water spray to knock down vapors; do not use water on material itself; and neutralize spilled material with crushed limestone, soda ash, or lime. For a land spell, dig a pit, pond, lagoon, or holding area to contain liquid or solid material; dike surface flow using soil, sand bags, foamed polyurethane, or foamed concrete; absorb bulk liquid with fly ash or cement powder; neutralize with agricultural lime (slaked lime), crushed limestone, or sodium bicarbonate. For a water spill, neutralize with agricultural lime (slaked lime), crushed limestone, or sodium bicarbonate; use mechanical dredges or lifts to remove immobilized masses of pollutants and precipitates; adjust pH to neutral (pH 7). For air spills apply water spray or mist to knock down vapors; vapor knock down water is corrosive or toxic and should be diked for containment. Stop leak if you can do so without risk. Do not touch spilled material. Keep combustibles (wood, paper, oil, etc.) away from spilled material. Clean up only under supervision of an expert. Keep this chemical out of a confined space, such as a sewer, because of the possibility of an explosion, unless the sewer is designed to prevent the build-up of explosive concentrations. It may be necessary to contain and dispose of this chemical as a hazardous waste. If material or contaminated runoff enters water ways, notify downstream users of potentially contaminated waters Medical treatment overview ORAL EXPOSURE A. EMESIS should be avoided. B. DILUTION: Immediately dilute with 4 to 8 ounces (120 to 240 mL) of water or milk (not to exceed 4 ounces/120 mL in a child). C. Observe carefully for signs of esophageal or gastrointestinal irritation. D. See ACIDS MANAGEMENT for further information. INHALATION EXPOSURE A. INHALATION: Move patient to fresh air. Monitor for respiratory distress. If cough or difficulty breathing develops, evaluate for respiratory tract irritation, bronchitis, or pneumonitis. Administer oxygen and assist ventilation as required. Treat bronchospasm with inhaled beta2 agonist and oral or parenteral corticosteroids. B. Administer 100% supplemental oxygen with assisted ventilation as required. C. Inhaled sympathomimetic bronchodilators are useful for wheezing. D. ACUTE LUNG INJURY: Maintain ventilation and oxygenation and evaluate with frequent arterial blood gas or pulse oximetry monitoring. Early use of PEEP and mechanical ventilation may be needed. EYE EXPOSURE A. DECONTAMINATION: Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of room temperature water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility. DERMAL EXPOSURE A. OVERVIEW UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-24 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers 1. DECONTAMINATION: Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water. A physician may need to examine the area if irritation or pain persists. Protective distance MAP 6.3.5.4 Emergency Response Guidelines for Butanol Chemical identification FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS (Polar/Water-Miscible/Noxious) • HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Easily ignited by heat, sparks, flames Property summary Molecular Formula: C4-H10-O Molecular Weight: 74.12 Density Specific Gravity:0.8098 @ 20 deg C/4 deg C Vapor Density: 2.6 (Air= 1) Vapor Pressure: 7.0 mm Hg @ 25 deg C Flash Point: 98 deg F, 37 deg C (closed cup) Closed cup flash point: 28.89 degrees C Melting Point: -89.8 deg C Boiling Point: 117.7 deg C Autoignition Temperature: 650 deg F (343 deg C) Viscosity: 36.1 cP at -50.9 deg C; 5.186 cP at 0 deg C; 2.544 cP at 25 deg C; 0.533 cP at 100 deg C Protective Equipments: Employees should be provided with and required to use impervious clothing, gloves, face shields (eightinch minimum), and other appropriate protective clothing necessary to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact with liquid butyl alcohol. Breakthough times are less (usually significantly less) than one hour as reported by two or more testers, for natural rubber. For neoprene, nitrile rubber, and polyvinyl chloride (PVC), the breakthrough times are greater than one hr as reported by two or more testers. Wear appropriate chemical protective gloves, boots and goggles. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-25 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers If the use of respirators is necessary, the only respirators permitted are those that have been approved by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (formerly Mining Enforcement and Safety Administration), or by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Some data (usually from immersion tests) suggesting breakthrough times greater than one hour are not likely for polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). No data for butyl rubber (butyl), neoprene/styrene butadiene rubber(neo./SBR), polyethylene (PE), chlorinated polyethylene (CPE), polyethane (PU), styrenebutadiene (SBR) and viton. Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact. NFPA Identification Health: 2 (Moderate) Materials that, on intense or continued (but not chronic) exposure, could cause temporary incapacitation or possible residual injury, including those requiring the use of respiratory protective equipment that has an independent air supply. These materials are hazardous to health, but areas may be entered freely if personnel are provided with full-face mask self-contained breathing apparatus that provides complete eye protection. Flammability: 3 (Serious) This degree includes Class IB and IC flammable liquids and materials that can be easily ignited under almost all normal temperature conditions. Water may be ineffective in controlling or extinguishing fires in such materials. Instability: 0 (Minimal) This degree includes materials that are normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and that do not react with water. Normal fire fighting procedures may be used. GUIDE 129 FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS (Polar / Water-Miscible / Noxious) POTENTIAL HAZARDS FIRE OR EXPLOSION · HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. · Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. · Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. · Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). · Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. · Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. · Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. · Containers may explode when heated. · Many liquids are lighter than water. HEALTH · May cause toxic effects if inhaled or absorbed through skin. · Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes. · Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. · Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. · Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-26 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers PUBLIC SAFETY · CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover. · As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions. · Keep unauthorized personnel away. · Stay upwind. · Keep out of low areas. · Ventilate closed spaces before entering. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING · Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). · Structural firefighters' protective clothing will only provide limited protection. EVACUATION Large Spill · Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 300 meters (1000 feet). Fire · If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. EMERGENCY RESPONSE Fire CAUTION: All these products have a very low flash point: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient. Small Fire · Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. · Do not use dry chemical extinguishers to control fires involving nitromethane or nitroethane. Large Fire · Water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam. · Do not use straight streams. · Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Fire involving Tanks or Car/Trailer Loads · Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. · Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. · Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. · ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. · For massive fire, use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles; if this is impossible, withdraw from area and let fire burn. SPILL OR LEAK · ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). · All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded. · Do not touch or walk through spilled material. · Stop leak if you can do it without risk. · Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. · A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors. · Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. · Use clean non-sparking tools to collect absorbed material. Large Spill · Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. · Water spray may reduce vapor; but may not prevent ignition in closed spaces. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-27 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers FIRST AID · Move victim to fresh air. · Call 108 or emergency medical service. · Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. · Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. · Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. · In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. · Wash skin with soap and water. · In case of burns, immediately cool affected skin for as long as possible with cold water. Do not remove clothing if adhering to skin. · Keep victim warm and quiet. · Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. · Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. Protective distance: As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions. EVACUATION Large Spill · Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 300 meters (1000 feet). Fire · If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. 6.3.5.5 Emergency Response Guidelines for Cresol Chemical identification SUBSTANCES - TOXIC and/or CORROSIVE (Combustible) TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death Protective Equipments and Clothing The nose and mouth should be protected with a respirator or folded gauze, and the eyes with tightfitting goggles. Protective clothing, including rubber (not cotton) gloves, should be worn. Clothing should be removed immediately if contaminated by spillage. All clothing worn during one spraying operation should be laundered before re-use. The use of respirators to achieve compliance with the recommended exposure limits is permitted only: (a) during the time necessary to install or test the required engineering controls, and (b) during UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-28 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers emergencies or during nonroutine operations, such as maintenance or repair activities, when the concentration of airborne cresol may exceed the permissible environmental limit. In the factory it is necessary to take precautions in handling cresol. Rubber clothes & articles can give effective protection. Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact NFPA identification Health: 3 (Serious) Materials that, on short exposure, could cause serious temporary or residual injury, including those requiring protection from all bodily contact. Fire fighters may enter the area only if they are protected from all contact with the material. Full protective clothing, including self-contained breathing apparatus, coat, pants, gloves, boots, and bands around legs, arms, and waist, should be provided. No skin surface should be exposed. Flammability: 2 (Moderate) This degree includes materials that must be moderately heated before ignition will occur and includes Class II and IIIA combustible liquids and solids and semi-solids that readily give off ignitable vapors. Water spray may be used to extinguish fires in these materials because the materials can be cooled below their flash points. Instability: 0 (Minimal) This degree includes materials that are normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and that do not react with water. Normal fire fighting procedures may be used. DOT Emergency Guideline GUIDE 153 SUBSTANCES - TOXIC and/or CORROSIVE (Combustible) POTENTIAL HAZARDS HEALTH · TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death. · Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. · Avoid any skin contact. · Effects of contact or inhalation may be delayed. · Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. · Runoff from fire control or dilution water may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause pollution. FIRE OR EXPLOSION · Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily. · When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors and sewers explosion hazards. · Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-29 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers a fire. · Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. · Containers may explode when heated. · Runoff may pollute waterways. · Substance may be transported in a molten form. PUBLIC SAFETY · CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover. · As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids. · Keep unauthorized personnel away. · Stay upwind. · Keep out of low areas. · Ventilate enclosed areas. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING · Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). · Wear chemical protective clothing that is specifically recommended by the manufacturer. It may provide little or no thermal protection. · Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection in fire situations ONLY; it is not effective in spill situations where direct contact with the substance is possible. EVACUATION Spill · See Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances for highlighted materials. For nonhighlighted materials, increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown under "PUBLIC SAFETY". Fire · If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. EMERGENCY RESPONSE Fire Small Fire · Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray. Large Fire · Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray. · Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. · Dike fire-control water for later disposal; do not scatter the material. Fire involving Tanks or Car/Trailer Loads UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-30 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers · Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. · Do not get water inside containers. · Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. · Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. · ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. SPILL OR LEAK · ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). · Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. · Stop leak if you can do it without risk. · Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. · Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. · Do not get water inside containers. FIRST AID · Move victim to fresh air. · Call 108 or emergency medical service. · Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. · Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. · Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. · Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. · In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. · For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. · Keep victim warm and quiet. · Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. · Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. Evacuation distance and MAP As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids. EVACUATION Spill Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances for highlighted materials. For non-highlighted materials, increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown under "PUBLIC SAFETY". Fire If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-31 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. 6.3.5.6 Emergency Response Guidelines for Ethyl hexanol-2 Health hazard data Routes of entry: Inhalation, Ingestion, Skin and Eye Effects of Exposure / Symptoms: Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Skin: Causes mild skin irritation. May be harmful, if absorbed through the skin. Eyes: Causes severe eye irritation. Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract Emergency Treatment Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Skin: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. Eyes: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. May cause irritation of the digestive tract and possible burns. PREVENTIVE MEASURE Personal Protective Equipments: Avoid contact with liquid. Provide air-pack or organic canister, safety goggles. Rubber hand gloves, face mask Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames Storage: Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area away from heat or flame Antidotes / Dosages: Information not available UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-32 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers SPILLS Steps to Be Taken: Use absorbent paper to pick up spilled material. Wash the surface with soap and water Waste Disposal Method:Seal all waste in vapor tight plastic bags for eventual disposal 6.3.5.7 Emergency Response Guidelines Diesel Chemical identification FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS (Non-Polar/Water-Immiscible) • HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames • CAUTION: Very low flash point; use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient NFPA identification Health: 1 (Slight) Materials that, on exposure, would cause significant irritation, but only minor residual injury, including those requiring the use of an approved air-purifying respirator. These materials are only slightly hazardous to health and only breathing protection is needed. Flammability: 2 (Moderate) This degree includes materials that must be moderately heated before ignition will occur and includes Class II and IIIA combustible liquids and solids and semi-solids that readily give off ignitable vapors. Water spray may be used to extinguish fires in these materials because the materials can be cooled below their flash points. Instability: 0 (Minimal) This degree includes materials that are normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and that do not react with water. Normal fire fighting procedures may be used. Treatment overview: ORAL EXPOSURE A) MANAGEMENT OF MILD TO MODERATE TOXICITY o Remove the patient from the source of exposure. When a patient is removed from an inhalational exposure, the symptoms should quickly resolve. Adolescents may present without symptoms after responsible adults find them abusing hydrocarbons via inhalation. Provide oxygen and symptomatic and supportive care. After assuring that the patient is medically stable, remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed skin with soap and water. B) MANAGEMENT OF SEVERE TOXICITY o Orotracheal intubation for airway protection should be performed early if a patient exhibits respiratory distress. Prophylactic antibiotics and steroids are of no proven benefit in hydrocarbon pneumonitis. Animal studies suggest that artificial surfactant via orotracheal tube may be of benefit. Monitor and treat for dysrhythmias. C) DECONTAMINATION o PREHOSPITAL: GI decontamination is not recommended because of the risk of aspiration. Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed skin with soap and water. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-33 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers o HOSPITAL: Studies fail to show if gastric emptying improves outcomes in patients with oral hydrocarbon ingestions. However, if a patient has ingested a large amount of a hydrocarbon that causes significant systemic toxicity shortly prior to presentation, it is reasonable to insert a small NG tube and aspirate gastric contents. Activated charcoal should NOT be used; it does not adsorb hydrocarbons well and increases the likelihood of vomiting and aspiration. D) AIRWAY MANAGEMENT o 1) Perform early in patients with severe intoxication (coma, dysrhythmias, respiratory distress). E) ANTIDOTE o 1) None. F) HYPERTHERMIA o 1) Consider antipyretics. Evaluate for secondary pneumonia and other infectious causes. G) COMA o 1) Treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Perform orotracheal intubation to protect airway. Assess oxygenation, evaluate for hypoglycemia, and consider naloxone if coingestants are possible. H) TACHYCARDIA o 1) Tachycardia may occur from a combination of agitation and catecholamine release. Treat with IV fluids and benzodiazepine sedation if agitation is prominent. I) DYSRHYTHMIAS o 1) Initiate ACLS protocols. Some solvents appear to sensitize the myocardium to catecholamines. Epinephrine and other sympathomimetics should be used with caution as ventricular dysrhythmias may be precipitated. J) RESPIRATORY DISTRESS o 1) Administer oxygen. Intubate early if patient has respiratory symptoms. Consider the use of a surfactant. Endotracheal instillation of 2 doses of 80 mL/m( o 2) calfactant (35 mg/mL of phospholipid suspension in saline) in infants, children, and adolescents with acute lung injury resulted in acute improvement in oxygenation and lower mortality in one study. K) RESPIRATORY FAILURE o 1) Partial liquid ventilation, high frequency jet ventilation, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and high frequency chest wall oscillation have all been used with apparent success in cases of severe hydrocarbon pneumonitis. L) ENHANCED ELIMINATION o 1) Hemodialysis and hemoperfusion are not of value. M) PATIENT DISPOSITION o 1) HOME CRITERIA: Asymptomatic patients with inadvertent exposures may be monitored at home, with particular attention to the development of any respiratory symptoms. Patients who develop symptoms during home monitoring should be referred to a medical facility. o 2) OBSERVATION CRITERIA: Patients with deliberate ingestions and symptomatic patients should be sent to a health care facility for observation for 6 to 8 hours. Although patients can develop a delayed pneumonitis, they are unlikely to do so if they have been completely asymptomatic during that time period. o 3) ADMISSION CRITERIA: Patients with significant persistent central nervous system toxicity (somnolence, delirium), or respiratory symptoms of cough or tachypnea should be admitted. Patients with coma, dysrhythmias, or respiratory distress should be admitted to an intensive care setting. o 4) CONSULT CRITERIA: Consult a poison center or medical toxicologist for assistance in managing patients with severe toxicity (dysrhythmias, coma or respiratory distress), or in whom the diagnosis is not clear. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-34 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers N) PITFALLS o Failure to aggressively manage the airway can result in death. Patients with minimal respiratory symptoms may progress to severe toxicity over several hours. Patients with altered mentation should be ruled out for intracranial hemorrhage, infection, metabolic disturbance and other toxicologic causes. O) DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS o Hypoglycemia, central nervous system infection, pulmonary infection, rheumatologic or endocrine etiology, other sedative poisoning (ethanol/benzodiazepine/barbiturate for example), mental illness. INHALATION EXPOSURE A) INHALATION: Move patient to fresh air. Monitor for respiratory distress. If cough or difficulty breathing develops, evaluate for respiratory tract irritation, bronchitis, or pneumonitis. Administer oxygen and assist ventilation as required. Treat bronchospasm with inhaled beta2 agonist and oral or parenteral corticosteroids. EYE EXPOSURE A) DECONTAMINATION: Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of room temperature water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility. DERMAL EXPOSURE A) OVERVIEW 1. DECONTAMINATION: Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water. A physician may need to examine the area if irritation or pain persists. 2. Some chemicals can produce systemic poisoning by absorption through intact skin. Carefully observe patients with dermal exposure for the development of any systemic signs or symptoms and administer symptomatic treatment as necessary. Evacuation distance and MAP As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions. EVACUATION Large Spill Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 300 meters (1000 feet). Fire If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-35 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers 6.3.6 Do’s & Don’ts For Safety Management Do’s Always remember the three 'A's of acid handling - Always Add Acid to water or base slowly. Do remember the following : o Acid handling requires the use of latex gloves o Solvent and chemicals in miscellaneous category require the use of polythene gloves o Check the gloves for any pin-holes prior to use o Wash your hands before eating, even if gloves were used while handling the chemical Always treat any liquid in chemical area as acid because few acids like HF may look and feel like water. All spills and leakage should be cleaned up immediately. Safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, Eye wash basin and safety showers shall be kept clean and readily accessible. Required safety equipment like plastic sleeves, aprons, rubbers, boots, safety glasses, fume hoods, fume shields etc. shall be used even while handling small quantities or hazardous chemicals. Demarcate separate areas for storing acids, base, solvents, wet chemicals, dry chemicals etc. Working alone shall be avoided when handling dangerous chemicals. Before draining any chemical in the central drain, ensure the compatibility of the chemical with the material of which the drain is made of and other chemicals normally flowing through that drain. Always rinse empty bottles of chemicals before disposing them of in the well-designated areas. Don’ts Do not mix acids with solvents or flammables. A violent reaction may occur pour solvents down the sink. Do not drain. Do not dip your hand into a chemical even when wearing gloves. Do not inter-change the caps/lid. Put the same cap/lid back on the making sure that it is tight. Do not store chemicals near heat source. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-36 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Do not store chemical containers (empty or full) at a height more than three feet above floor level. Do not store acids and solvents together. Do not wait to see whether the chemical you spill over you gives burn or not. Rinse the affected areas for 15-20 minutes and then report to a doctor. Also alert others so that they can help you in rinsing the chemical off you and in cleaning up the spill. Do not take hazardous chemicals if you are under the influence of Alcohol/drug etc. or are feeling sleepy. Don't come in direct contact with hazardous chemicals while in use/working. 6.4. SOCIAL STUDY AND R & R ACTION PLAN As mentioned in earlier section & chapters, the proposed project is to setup in the industrial plot situated in a notified industrial estate. Hence, issue of displacement of any population or diversion of any agricultural or forest land is not arising for the proposed project. Therefore, no further social study for R&R plan has been conducted as no R&R actions are required. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-06: Additional Studies 6-37 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers CHAPTER: 07 PROJECT BENIFITS 7.1. IMPROVEMENT IN INFRASTRUCTURES The company – Sandhya Plasticizers and Chemicals has planned to establish its unit at Sarigam for manufacturing of Plastic and Paint Additives, Organic Phosphates, Plastic stabilizers and stearates & two by-products (HCl & Phenol). The project requires to obtain EC and the present study has been carried out for the same. The project benefits will be significant in terms of benefit to the local socio-economic status as well as economic conditions of state & country. The proposed site is well linked with national highway and is situated in close proximity of the Industrial estate of GIDC Sarigam having all required infrastructures. Therefore infrastructural development because of proposed project will not be major but improvement in public infrastructure due to CSR is anticipated. 7.2. EMPLOYMENT POTENTIAL There will be a good opportunity of direct & indirect employment generation due to proposed project; about 50 persons will be employed with priority given to local people. Thus, the activities of proposed will require considerable manpower which will be beneficial to employment structure of local area as maximum recruitments will be done from local area. Also, the proposed project will generate many other indirect employment opportunities through the service sectors like contractual works, transportation, suppliers, maintenance & operations etc. Thus the potential of employment will be considerably beneficial to the local people & area. 7.3. OTHER TANGIBLE & INTANGIBLE BENEFITS As mentioned earlier sections, the proposed project is to setup for production of synthetic organic chemicals which are the materials of good market potentials. Hence, company will have good share in state’s & country’s economic status. The products have also good demand in foreign market and company is looking forward to explore the possibilities of export to many foreign countries. Upon successful achievement of export by company, the proposed project will result in benefit to the country in form of foreign revenue, duties etc. Also the development of industrial in vacant plot of a notified industrial estate will significantly beneficial to the local industrial development. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-07: Project benefits 7-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers CHAPTER: 08 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 8.1. GENERAL M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers and Chemicals has proposed to establish a new unit of manufacturing of synthetic organic chemicals in the industrial plot situated in a notified industrial estate of GIDC Sarigam of Gujarat. The company has realized necessity to setup the production facilities to full fill the market requirement of high and specific quality of the Plastic and Paint Additives, Organic Phosphates, Plastic stabilizers and stearates and have noted that with excellent quality of the products they can compete with other manufacturers in the market. The proposed project being a synthetic organic chemical manufacturing unit located inside of notified industrial area situated out of 5 km from interstate boundary falls under category, 5(f) – “Synthetics Organic Chemicals”-“B1” as per the applicability of general conditions given in SO 1533. In line with the provisions of SO 1533, company has conducted the EIA study through the NABET accredited consultant –Unistar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd., Vapi with respect to the awarded TOR as described in earlier chapter. With due considerations of requirements cited by EIA team to prevent &/or control/minimize the probable impacts in line with the present EIA study, Environmental Management Plan for the proposed project has been prepared as a part of the EIA report as per the requirement cited SO 1533. All the team members, after the impacts assessment study, have cited the necessary mitigation for the probable impacts after further study of details of the proposed project and necessary references for citing adequate & efficient EMP to eliminate / minimize or prevent the likely impacts of the proposed project. The detailed descriptions of the formulated EMP, as finalized by the FAEs under guidance of coordinator have been presented in the present chapter under subsequent section with respective heading. 8.1.1. SOURCE & SIGNIFICANCE OF CONSIDERED IMPACTS As studied during the present EIA study many impacts would likely to occur during operation phase of the project. The impacts of the construction phase would not be major to consider for formulation of EMP as the site is situated in a notified industrial area and the construction work required is not major. Considering this, the present EMP has been prepared in consideration of the impacts of operation phase of the proposed project. The impacts as described in earlier chapter and summarized below are considered for formulation of the present EMP. (i) Air Quality Sources of Impact Sources of impact on air quality are emission from equipment/utility (Boiler, TFH and DG Set) requires combustion of fuels-Bagasse. Transportation, storage & handling of hazardous raw materials having potential to be UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers airborne resulting in fugitive emission Emission from process vessels Major hazards associated with hazardous raw materials & products Significant Impacts Emission from utilities – Boiler & Thermopack using bagasse may not have any major issue of pollution as bagasse is considered as green fuel however emission of PM due to combustion of bagasse is anticipated as major source of impacts on air quality Emission from DG set using Diesel/HSD may not have any significant considerable impacts on ambient air of project area as DG sets will be used for short tenure only during failure of power supply from grid Fugitive emission from storage & production area may result in increase in PM 10 / PM2.5, VOCs as well asPOCl3& PCl3 level in ambient air of project area & Workplace air HCl vapour/gas released from reactor may have serious impacts on ambient air quality of workplace area as well as nearby area. The hazardous material entered in to the environment during any major disaster/accident may have serious threat on ambient air quality of the area of the incident (ii) Water Environment Sources of Impact Use of water for industrial operations of the project and domestic use Sewage & effluent generation & disposal Spill/leakofhazardous wastes Spill/leak/unmanaged disposal of hazardous materials Failure in bulk storage tanks Significant Impact Drawl of groundwater is not proposed hence any impact on groundwater is not anticipated. Total water requirement of the proposed project will be met through pipeline of GIDC water supply department –Sarigam, which is an adequate source; hence issue of impacts of water usage on water environment will be minor Industrial effluent treated in in-house ETP will be disposed off through underground drainage of GIDC going to CETP hence issue of major impacts due to disposal of effluent is not envisaged Sewage if disposed off without adequate treatment can result in contamination of water resources especially, pathogens, organics and nutrients like phosphate & nitrate etc. However such probability is low as the sewage will be treated & disposed off through Septic Tanks and Soak pit. Groundwater resource contamination may also occur due to unmanaged /haphazard disposal of solid/hazardous waste as well as spill/leak of hazardous materials/chemicals as an eventual impact due to soil contamination. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers In case of failure in storage tanks of hazardous chemicals, serious impacts on groundwater resources is anticipated in terms of toxic contamination of groundwater (iii) Contamination of land Sources of impact Spill & leak ofhazardous materials including raw materials, products&wastesduring transport, handling, storage activities Disposal of untreated/poorly effluent on land Spill of oil & fuel during maintenance of equipment, machineries & vehicles Improper Disposal /Haphazard dumping of wastes Seepage & percolation of leachate from raw materials, fuel & waste storage areas Contaminated runoff from site and contaminated drain from storage areas mixing with soil Significant Impacts Toxic contamination of soil as a result of leaks or spills of hazardous materials during transport, handling, storage activities as well as during major catastrophic incident Land contamination due to temporary fuel /oil spill / leak not managed properly during maintenance activities. Land contamination due to the disposal of untreated / poorly effluent on land Improper storage and dumping of solid and hazardous wastes may cause serious contamination of top soil of the area. (iv) Noise and Vibration Sources of Impact Operation of equipment & utilities like DG set, TFH & Boiler as well as Operation of pumps & compressors & blowers etc. are identified as sources of impact due to noise and vibration. Transportation activities scheduled for material transport may also have impact on environment due to noise generation. Significant Impacts on Environment Annoyance & disturbance to noise sensitive receptors (i.e. individuals in work area) is anticipated as impact due to noise & vibration generation from the operation of the proposed project. Major impacts of noise on surrounding area are not anticipated as the probable impacts will be restricted within source area (up to 50-100mt). The probable impacts of noise will occur only in the production and storage area of the proposed project. (v) Flora and Fauna Sources of Impact No major source of impacts on ecology is anticipated; however the identified probable sources are as below: o Emission from utilities& process o Noise from utilities, machineries & equipment UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers o Creation of greenbelt (beneficial impacts) o Spill/leak of hazardous materials from during handling, storage and transportation o Hazard occurred in hazardous materials storage and transportation vehicle Significant Impacts The uncontrolled noise generation might result in disturbance & annoyance to surrounding avi-fauna and fauna. There may be minor impacts on flora and fauna due to emission but will not be hazardous or threatening to life as the pollutant level will be negligible and the AAQ of the area will remain always below the prescribed norms of ambient air quality. Significant impacts on flora & fauna may occur due to Spill/leak of hazardous materials and due to hazardous incident and accidental spillage occurred during transportation,handling and storage activities. Greenbelt will be developed in about 1512.30 m2area which will create good habitat for fauna. (VI)Occupational & Public Health & safety Sources of Impact Storage & Handling operations of hazardous materials & fuel Effects of pollutant in workplace environment mainly (Toxic VOCs, Phenol, POCl3, PCl3, PM10 & PM2.5) High Noise generation in Production, Boiler, TFH & DG set areas Ergonomic issues & heavy works Maximum credible hazards like toxic dispersion, fire & explosion occurred during handling, storage and transportation of hazardous materials. Catastrophic destructions &damages due to major disaster & accident like fire & explosion, earthquake, Flood etc. Significant Impacts Operational hazards associated with the transport-storage-handling of hazardous materials as well as worst case scenariooftoxic dispersion, fire & explosion in hazardous material storage area can have serious impact on occupational and public health and safety. Incidence like fall, slip, trip, fire, non-ergonomic condition of works, contamination of air due to materials and road accidents may result in issues related with health & safety. Continuous high noise leading to hearing impairment. Lifting/handling of heavy goods as well as other ergonomic issues may lead to MSD problems. Contamination of workplace environment by particulates, POCl3, PCl3& VOCs from materials & process can result in serious toxic effects on Occupational health & safety. Casualty and other risks associated with catastrophic & major disasters UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers (vii) Socioeconomic & demographic conditions Sources of Impact Major accidental incident occurred in handling, storage and transportation of Hazardous material. Release of hazardous materials during transportation of raw materials, products& fuels High Noise generation from industrial activities. Improvement in business prospects of the area Direct & indirect recruitment of workforce for proposed project CSR activities of proposed project Significant Impacts on Environment Major hazards & catastrophic accident occur in hazardous material storage area can have serious damage & effects on social factors like fatality, health effect, damage to public infrastructures, etc. The hazardous materials entered in to the environment may have serious effects on public health as well as social factors of the region Significant employment opportunity in terms of direct & indirect employment and business growth for local communities. Improvement in socio-economic conditions of area can result due to direct & indirect employment through the proposed project. Disturbance due to transportation as well as noise of vehicles & construction activity may result in some social impacts like disturbance in sleep, headache, hearing issues. CSR activities carried out by the proponent for social welfare & upliftmentof the project area will be considerably beneficial to the local area. 8.1.2. OBJECTIVE & SCOPE OF EMP The present Environmental Management Plan is prepared with the main objective of enlisting all the requirements to ensure effective mitigation of adverse impacts for all the components of the proposed project. The objectives taken into account in preparation of EMP are summarized here as follows: a) The prevention, control and abatement of pollution, i.e. air pollution, water pollution, hazardous/ non-hazardous wastes and noise pollution, b) To comply with the stipulated techno-legal requirements and standards related with environmental management & protection, c) To direct the steps to be followed, for effective maintenance and regulation of environmental management system, d) To ensure the better and safe work environment through pre-meditated planning of prevention and control of hazards, e) To direct the investments towards sustainable development by considering the cost of effluent treatment, emission control, waste disposal, social development, green belt development and health & safety in the planning stage only, f) To account for recycling and reusing measures, proposed or required to be adopted for minimization of consumption of resources and generation of pollutants. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers As the proposed project is a new unit, the present EMP has been prepared to meet the requirements of pollution control from proposed project as an integrated environment management plan. The present EMP may not suitable & feasible for any other upcoming activities other than those mentioned in earlier chapter for the proposed project. Hence, the scope of the present EMP does not contain any environment management plan for activities not considered in the present EIA report. Also the scope the present EMP is limited to the sources of impacts as well as type of impacts considered and mention above. The EMP does not cover scope of management of hazardous substance as it forms the key part of RA Report prepared separately. 8.2. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT CELL The company shall formulate the environment management cell after inception of activities of proposed project and after completion of necessary employments. With vision to improve the efficiency of EMC and to operate the planned EMP requirements as suggested in the present chapter, Environmental Management Cell has to be formed for efficient & easy operation of environment management system & operations that of. The illustrative presentation of the suggestive EMC is presented below in Fig- 8.1. As indicated in organogram, MP (Managing Partner) of the company will lead the EMS as head of the Environmental Management Cell. MP (Managing Partner) will be assisted by GM-works for day to day activities of EMC. GM-workswill authorize one employee from HR dept as PRO/welfare officer. GMworkswill appoint one practicing Doctor (preferably MD) fromoutside as medical officer. GM-works will guide the subordinate staff members- Environment Manager, Medical Officer & PRO/ Welfare officer for necessary action plan & activities of environmental management plan. PRO will look after the operation related with government offices, public and other stakeholders for necessary operation including statutory proceedings. The technical operations including environmental monitoring and efficient operations & maintenance of pollution control equipment/machineries etc. The Lab incharge will look after the operations of in-house monitoring & analysis of environmental samples. Approved environmental laboratory/consultant will also be appointed for the operations related with third party environmental monitoring, environmental audit (as & when required) and other techno-legal environmental services. The plant & shift incharge will look after the plant / department level operations including ETP operation, APCD Operation, Process and Utility operations to ensure that all instructions & action plans issued by superior authorities are efficiently followed & implemented to prevent environmental pollution & operational hazards. Primarily the Environment manager will be responsible for all technical non-conformities of EMS and he/she is responsible to prepare necessary documents & report for day to day compliance to stipulated EMS, CC&A Conditions as well as other statutory & voluntary requirements. All necessary standard operating procedures for technical matters of EMS will be prepared by Environment Manager whereas the standard operating procedures administrative operation will be prepared by PRO. The standard operating procedures will be prepared well before the inception of operation phase of the project and the GM-works will check these SOPs. After necessary corrections, GM will forward these SOP to MP (Managing Partner) for approval and approved SOP will be controlled by responsible personnel. The approved copy of these SOP will be issued to concern personnel for day to day operations. Up on citation of any non-conformities/non-compliance in EMS and related operations, he/she will immediately report to the GM-works with necessary report/document. The GM-works then will call up UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-6 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers a meeting on urgent basis and will issue an action plan to close the non-compliance/non-conformity. If the issue of non-conformities/non-compliance is cited to be serious or major GM-works will consult MD of the company and according to the instruction of MP (Managing Partner) further action plan will be issued by GM-works to all members of EMC. The environment manager by help of other personnel of EMC and company will start operation to resolve the issue of non-conformities/non-compliance and he/she will regularly update the GM-works for the current status. Similarly GM-works will give instruction to PRO for necessary actions required to be initiated at administrative level including necessary proceeding with other organisation, govt. offices & public etc. All official declaration about the non-conformities will be made by MP (Managing Partner). Such declaration can also be made by GM-works after authorisation by MP (Managing Partner). Whenever required information or report of non-conformities will be submitted or issued to govt. offices or public by PRO in line with the necessary instructions given by GM-works. Figure8.1: Environment Management Cell MP (Managing Partner) GENERAL MANAGER MEDICAL OFFICER Shift Incharge Approved Consultant , Lab & Auditor ENVIRONMENT MANAGER HR MANAGER/ PRO Foreman/ Plant Incharge Operators Safety Officer Lab Incharge Chemist Helpers Helpers 8.3. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN As described in above section, the operation stage will give rise to some minor negative impacts on environment, which would not be significant to cause any serious threat. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-7 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Considering the above description of major identified impacts & significance of the impacts, almost all structural measures are already planned by the proponent to prevent / minimize the impacts on environment. With all necessary details, the following are the management plan designed for operation phase to ensure elimination / minimization of probable impacts of proposed project. 8.3.1. Air Pollution Sources & Control Construction Phase Structural Measure: Enclosed storage area adequately designed for reduction of particulate emission from construction site and materials storage & handling. Dust suppression by Water Sprinkling system in construction area. Prevent particulate emission from construction works by applying wet-Curtain /tarpaulin barrier around the construction site. Non-structural Measure: Prevention of dusting by sprinkling of water on earthen road, stock piles of excavated earthen materials /soil shall be done on regular basis. Practice of properly designed method of transportation, storage & handling of materials shall be established and maintained along with necessary facilities to reduce airborne particle of materials. Ensuring PUC certificate of all vehicles engaged in construction work. Proper maintenance of all construction equipment, machineries & utilities on regular basis to reduces emission. Engines of idle machineries, equipment, vehicles to be turned off when not in use. Provision of structural measures shall be ensured prior tocommissioning of plant. Stack Monitoring shall be done during the commissioning phase on regular basis to prevent high emission from utility. Proper functioning of ID fans & allied utilities shall be ensured before the commissioning of plant. Provision of necessary PPEs for employees engaged in activities of storage, transportation & handling of materials as well as construction & commissioning operations Operation Phase Structural Measure: Bag Filter and Stack of adequate height & internal diameter(Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-200 mm) are to be provided for efficient dispersion of emission from proposed Boiler & TFH Stack of adequate height & internal diameter(Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-200 mm) are to be provided for efficient dispersion of emission from proposed DG set Sampling port & monitoring point shall be provided for all stacks Provision of FD/ ID fan with utilities/ stack if/as required to maintain desired velocity of exit gas Provision of scrubber as an integrated part of process equipment for scrubbing of process emission - HCl and stack of adequate height and internal diameter (Ht.-11 Mt., Dia-150 mm). UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-8 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Adequately designed hazardous materials storage tanks made up of suitable MOC for reduction of chances of major hazards in materials storage area Adequately designed storage area with efficient air change ratio, handling & transport facilities shall be provided for fuel, raw materials & products Adequately designed enclosed materials handling & transfer system for reduction of hazardous materials emission Provision of preventive maintenance facilities for Stacks, Utilities, Storage area/vessels, pipelines etc. Safety valve on reactors and Safety arrangements, facilities & equipment to prevent accidental emissions Internal roads shall be constructed from concrete/ asphalt for prevention of dust during vehicular movement Adequate greenbelt coverage, in & around the plant shall be developed in minimum 30% of total land area of project site Low emission vehicles shall be used for transportation Non-structural Measure: Adequate air-fuel ratio (AFR) for combustion of bagasse in the Boiler,TFHs shall be ensured throughout operation period . Adequate air-fuel ratio (AFR) for combustion of HSD/Diesel in the DG set shall be ensured throughout operation period. Regular checking & maintenance shall be done to ensure efficient operation of bag filters and scrubber to achieve highest performance of removal of pollutants from emissions. Properly designed method & practices of transportation, storage & handling of materials shall be established and maintained along with necessary facilities to reduce emissions Proper ventilation with adequate air change ratio shall be ensured in storage area Closed feeding and sampling practices shall be established & ensured. SOPs for start-up, shutdown, operation and maintenance procedures for all process equipment/machineries, utilities & associated equipment as well as APCD should be established and maintained. Adequate set of compatible spares, a copy of drawing and operating procedure as per design specifications should be maintained and made easily available. Provision of adequate process safety control measures All valves, pipes, pumps & other equipment shall be checked & maintained on regular basis to prevent leakages Regular monitoring shall be done as per the Environmental Monitoring Plan & CC&A to check efficiency of air pollution control equipment. Work place monitoring for Particulates, SOX, NOX, PCl3, POCl3, VOC and other parameters shall be done as per ‘Post project monitoring plan’ Proper implementation of safety procedures and efficient use of safety arrangements, facilities & equipment shall be ensured at all time of operation to prevent accidental release of hazardous materials & fuel as well as to prevent fire hazard. Provision for necessary PPEs for employee engaged with hazard prone area UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-9 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Requirement of PUC shall be compulsory for all vehicle engaged in proposed project activities Checking of PUC certificate for validity & emission level in exhaust of all entering vehicles All vehicles shall be maintained in well condition by regular preventive maintenance to reduce the exhaust level Adequate greenbelt coverage in & around the plant premises shall be maintained. Management Period Properly designed storage area / tanks & production area, Water Sprinkling system, wet curtain,Dyke wall for storage tanks shall be provided during construction/installation & commissioning phase. Similarly before inception of project operation, bag filter and stacks of adequate height & internal diameter at top shall be provided for Boiler, TFHs & DG sets. Prior to commissioning of plant, wet scrubber for removal of HCl gas from process emission shall be provided. The necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. The non-structural actions shall be initiated with inception of commissioning stage to practice as routine throughout the project life. Responsible Authority Structural Measures: Proponent/directors/MD, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors Non-Structural Measures: Proponent/directors/MD, Production manager, accounting head/manager, Plant in-charge, safety & environment Officer & engineers, Contractors & operators 8.3.2. Wastewater Generation & Management Construction Phase Structural Measure: Intake facilities for drawl of water from GIDC water supply line and raw water storage facilities Proper sanitation facilities with septic tank & soak pit for disposal of sewage Adequate structural facilities like earthen bund for prevention of any kind of contaminated runoff from construction area causing impacts outside premises Proper drinking water supply facilities for construction personal Non-Structural Measure: Total Water requirement for construction phase shall be met only from GIDC Water supply line. Optimal consumption of water shall be ensured by reducing unusual drawal for construction activity. Prevention of leak from pipes & Taps/Valves shall be ensured by proper arrangement & maintenance and regular inspection of water supply line. Use of ready mix concrete to reduce on-site water requirement and wastage of water from preparation of concrete Ensuring proper utilization of sanitation facilities UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-10 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Disposal of sewage through septic tank & soak pit only and regular checking & maintenance for prevention of leak & overflow Regular inspection & management for prevention of any kind of contaminated runoff from construction area Operation Phase Structural Measure: Intake facilities for drawl of water from GIDC water supply line and raw water storage facilities Adequately designed cooling tower/system to reduce cooling water requirement Provision of effluent collection line in storage and production area for contaminated waste steam generated due to spill/ leak of hazardous chemicals as well as container/ vessel washing. Proper arrangement for effluent disposal line connected to GGIDC Underground drainage to CETP Efficient of ETP having treatment capacity of10 KLD for treatment of industrial effluent.Treatability report of proposed ETP is enclosed as Annexure-VIII. Proper sanitation facilities with septic tank/ soak pit system for domestic wastewater discharge Provision of adequate storm water drainage lines Non-Structural Measure: Prevention of leak/spill from pipes, taps/valves etc. to reduce wastage in domestic activities by employees Regular measurement of water consumption using flow meter shall be done and record of same shall be kept on regular basis. Regular inspection, control & necessary maintenance for reduction of evaporation loss and blow down from cooling system. Optimization of COC in cooling system to reduce water consumption. Provision of properly lined storage area for hazardous materials & wastes to prevent contamination of soil and thereby of groundwater. Waste stream generated due to spill/ leak of hazardous chemicals as well as container/ vessel washing shall be temporarily stored in guard pond and efficient treatment in ETP prior to discharge shall be ensured. In case of non treatable waste, effluent/waste generated from spill/ leak shall be sent to CETP or common incineration facility or TSDF for final treatment and disposal. Continuous attempts to reduce wastewater generation rate and pollutant load in effluent Adequate operation &maintenance of ETP for efficient treatment of effluent Regular quality assessment of treated effluent from ETP before disposal Maintaining records of water consumption, effluent generation, effluent discharge, water characteristics, treated and untreated effluent characteristics. Maintenance of good housekeeping to avoid contamination of storm water Management Period The structural measures like earthen bund, water storage tank, Dyke wall for storage tanks, Septic tank & soak pits and Full-fledged ETP (10 KLD) shall be provided in UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-11 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers construction phase prior to commissioning of plant operation. The necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. Proper installation of pumps, motors and piping for drawl of ground water shall be provided well before commissioning to prevent wastage & efficient use of groundwater The non-structural actions shall be initiated with inception of commissioning stage and shall be implemented & practiced as routine throughout the project life. Responsible Authority Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors Non-Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Production manager, accounting head/manager, Plant incharge, safety & environment Officer & engineers, Contractors & operators 8.3.3. Hazardous & Non-Hazardous Waste Management Construction Phase Structural Measure: A designated storage area for each category of waste and excavated earthen material/soil as listed below with sign boards o Concrete waste storage area near construction area. o Excavated earthen material/soil piling area near greenbelt area or garden area o Material stores o Scrap storage area near material store Proper handling & transportation system for construction wastes & stock piles of earthen materials Non-Structural Measure: Proper storage of construction & other waste and excavated earthen material/soil in their designated storage area viz. o Concrete waste near construction area o Excavated earthen material/soil near greenbelt area or garden area o Discarded containers/bags in Material stores o Scrap in scrap storage area near material store Reuse of construction waste for PCC works, development of roads and misc. filling for construction works. Sell of empty containers/bags and scrap to scrap dealer Excavated earthen materials/soil to use in landscaping as well as misc. Filling for construction works Operation Phase Structural Measure: A separate designated storage area having adequate storage capacity shall be provided with sign boards/labels for each category of hazardous & non-hazardous waste Handling & Transportation system /facilities for hazardous/non-hazardous wastes Non-Structural Measure: Proper storage of hazardous waste in their designated storage area viz. o ETP sludge in ‘sludge storage area’ within Hazardous waste storage facility o Used oil in well labelled drums in/near CPP area, UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-12 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers o Process residue in properly labelled container/bags in “Process waste storage area” within Hazardous waste storage facility o Empty bags/Liners in designated waste storage area for sell to authorised scrap vendors or for return to supplier o Discarded containers in Raw Material stores, o Scrap in specified scrap storage area Records in log book as per the format of Form-3 as per amended Hazardous Waste rules 2008 for waste generation reuse & recycle (including recycling or reuse through sell) and disposal shall be maintained. Transportation of hazardous waste to the TSDF should be governed as per the guidelines provided in hazardous waste rules as amended timely and transport vehicle should be accompanied with Form-9. Annual returns of the disposal of wastes in Form- 4 and Form-13 should be submitted regularly to the office of local pollution control authority. To avoid spillage/leak causing contamination of soil / environment,proper handling, loading & unloading of waste shall be monitored during waste handling, storage & transportation. Proper handling, loading & unloading of waste shall be monitored during waste handling, storage & transportation to avoid spillage/leak causing contamination of soil / environment Adequate utilization of non-toxic/non-hazardous wastes and reusable/ recyclable waste;if possible (especially process waste, empty containers & bags and used oil) shall be ensured by promoting recycler or end-users of products derived from such wastes. Management Period The structural measures namely properly lined hazardous & Non-hazardous waste storage area shall be provided in construction phase prior to commissioning of plant operation. The necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. The non-structural actions shall be initiated with inception of commissioning stage and shall be implemented & practiced as routine throughout the project life. Responsible Authority Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors Non-Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Production manager, accounting head/manager, Plant in-charge, safety & environment Officer & engineers, Contractors & operators 8.3.4. Noise & Vibration Generation & Control Construction Phase Structural Measure: Continuous noise generating & vibrating equipments (like motors, pumps etc.) shall be mounted on sturdy concrete foundations with rubber padding to reduce vibrations. All rotating equipment or part thereof shall be statically &dynamically balanced and shall be provided with proper non/low vibrating enclosures UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-13 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Suitable barrier around the construction site wherever/whenever required to reduce noise level outside the project premises Adequate greenbelt shall be developed to help in attenuation of noise propagation. Non-Structural Measure: To reduce noise generation,regular lubrication & preventive maintenance shall be done. Ear plugs/muff shall be provided to all construction workers/employees deployed at places of high noise levels All vehicles shall maintain speed limit inside the premises Loud horns & unusual acceleration of engine shall be prohibited Idle vehicles /machineries/equipment not in use shall be turn off. High noise generating activities shall be restricted during night time. Operation Phase Structural Measure: All Noise generating equipment like boiler, TFH, power gensets/engines pump, motors, compressors, blower etc. shall be mounted on sturdy concrete foundations with proper & suitable rubber padding to reduce vibrations & thereby noise generation Acoustic enclosure shall be provided wherever required & possible. Acoustic enclosure shall be provided to DG set tocomply noise level standard prescribed by CPCB. In some specific cases, high noise sources shall be housed in properly designed structure to reduce noise propagation outside the source area Adequate & suitable silencers shall be provided to safety blow off valves, discharge pipes, relief valves, etc. Pipe lines shall be liberally sized for low velocities, wherever suitable & possible. Adequate greenbelt shall be developed and maintained around high noise area as well as plant premises to help in attenuation of noise Non-Structural Measure: Regular lubrication & preventive maintenance shall be done to reduce vibration & noise generation To reduce vibration and hence noise generation, static & dynamic balancing of all the equipment shall be verified during installation & operation. Ear plugs/muff shall be provided to workers exposed in area of high noise levels (i.e. CCP area, blower & compressor area etc.) Exposure of employee to high noise area shall be regulated as per regulatory norms & proper shift time planning. Following standard by OSHA can be utilized for shift time planning. Duration per day (hours) Sound level (dBA, slow response) 8 6 4 2 1 ½ 0.25 90 92 95 100 105 110 115 UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-14 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers All vehicles shall maintain speed limit inside the premises and unusual acceleration of engine & loud horns shall be prohibited. Periodic monitoring of noise levels as per post-project monitoring plan shall be done on regular basis. Management Period The structural measures like foundation & housing, provision of low noise technology, acoustic enclosures and rubber padding shall be provided before purchase/installation prior to commissioning of plant operation. The necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. The non-structural actions shall be initiated with inception of commissioning stage and shall be implemented & practiced as routine throughout the project life. Responsible Authority Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors Non-Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Production manager, accounting head/manager, Plant in-charge, safety & environment Officer & engineers, Contractors & operators 8.3.5. Protection of Ecological Feature Construction Phase Structural Measure: Enclosed storage area for Construction materials to reduce particulate emission Proper arrangement of material handling & transfer to prevent emissions from construction site Water Sprinkling system/ facility. All other necessary structural mitigation measures suggested/planned for control of air & water pollution, reduction of noiseand waste management Non-Structural Measure: Proper & efficient implementation of mitigation measures & EMP suggested for control of Air pollution, Water &wastewater management, reduction of Noise and construction waste management. Greenbelt development & maintenance within & around periphery as per proposed greenbelt development plan. Operation Phase Structural Measure: Enclosed storage area for raw materials & products for reduction of emission from storage operations Proper arrangement materials handling & transfer to prevent emissions from storage &production area All necessary structural mitigation measures suggested/planned for control of air pollution, water & wastewater management, reduction of noise as well as waste management Provision of all structural measures as suggested for reduction & prevention of major hazards in storage of hazardous materials and production area UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-15 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Non-Structural Measure: Regular monitoring of stack for Emission & Ambient air quality, Noise and water & wastewater as per monitoring plan. Proper & efficient implementation of mitigation measures & EMP suggested for Air, Water & Noise environment and waste management. Proper & efficient implementation of non-structural preventive/precautionary/control measures as well as procedures suggested for prevention/control of major hazards in the proposed unit. Maintenance of adequate dense Greenbelt (min. 30% of total land area of project) as per CPCB guideline within premises & around periphery throughout project life. Management Period The structural measures like properly designed greenbelt areas, structural measures for water & wastewater management, hazardous & non-hazardous waste management and emission control and hazard prevention/control etc. shall be provided in construction phase prior to commissioning of plant operation. The necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. The non-structural actions shall be initiated with inception of commissioning stage and shall be implemented & practiced as routine throughout the project life. Responsible Authority Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors Non-Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Production manager, accounting head/manager, Plant incharge, safety & environment Officer & engineers, Contractors & operators 8.3.6. Hazardous/Non-Hazardous Material Management Construction Phase Structural Measure: Enclosed storage area for Construction materials to reduce particulate emission Proper arrangement of material handling & transfer to prevent emissions from construction site Non-Structural Measure: Adequate & efficient implementation of Procedures for storage, handling & transfer of hazardous materials Implementation of safe work procedures to prevent major hazards from happening. Operation Phase Structural Measure: Adequately & efficiently designed hazardous materials storage facilities/area as recommended in Risk Assessment Report Adequate & efficient handling & transfer facilities/arrangements for prevention of major hazards during transfer & handling operationsas recommended in Risk Assessment Report Provision of all necessary safety equipment, facilities & safety gears & PPEs for control & prevention risk associated with major hazards UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-16 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Provision of Fire fighting equipment & fire hydrant system as per TAC/NFPA Norms Automated Fire detection system in storage area as well as plant area. Where automated system is not feasible to install, manual call points for fire location identification Emergency management equipment & facilitiesas recommended as given in Risk Assessment Report Provision of Local exhaust in storage area/warehouse & process area to prevent toxic chemical vapour exposure and maintained area below PEL/TLV limits. Static grounding points at storage, handling and process area as well as for all tanks proposed for storage of chemicals Fix piping with supports and clamping needs to be provided for raw material charging and minimum flexible hose should be connected for charging chemicals in day tank or reactor Safety valve provision to be made on reactors. In general, to prevent amputation of any person’s body part, all machines Nip (like rollers, saw blade, cutter blade, chain, v-belt, etc.) shall be protected with appropriate fix safe guard. Non-Structural Measure: Storage tanks & facilities must be made up of suitable MOC Proper ventilation with adequate air change ration in godown. Proper label and identification board /stickers in the storage area Materials storageshould be done as per the chemical compatibility. Smoking and other spark, flame generating item shall be banned within the premises. Identification label and NFPA diamond code sticker on all chemicals drums & bags and tank area. MSDS to be displayed at storage as well as process and chemical handling area. Storage of empty drums & bags in separate dedicated empty drum & bag storage area. Neutralization & decontamination of all empty drums & bags before selling to recyclers Tank farm area should be well maintained and must be situated away from process area and safe distances to be maintain as per statutory requirements. Company should meet provisions of the Manufacture, storage & Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules- 1986, the factories Act- 1948, Gujarat Factory Rules and The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules- 1996 (As amended timely). All environmental regulations shall be complied all the time without failure Static grounding provision needs to be provided to all process vessels and equipment. Caution note board for all hazardous chemicals shall be displayed. Periodic On Site Emergency, Mock Drills should be conducted, in order to train the staff and make them mentally prepared to tackle any emergency. Emergency management equipment &facilities including fire extinguishers/hydrant system should be maintained in a tip top condition round the clock. Safety devices and control instruments should be calibrated once in a year. Proper colouring as per IS 2379 should be done in plant to pipeline network, tank and equipment to protect it from corrosion. Preventive maintenance schedule should be prepared for all the equipment and colour code or tagging should be provided. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-17 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Permit to work system should be implemented on 100 % basis for hazardous work to be carried out in the plant. Training should be made compulsoryto all new employees about safety measuresbefore starting duties in plant. Management Period The structural measures like properly designed greenbelt areas, structural measures for water & wastewater management, hazardous & non-hazardous waste management and emission control and hazard prevention/control etc. shall be provided in construction phase prior to commissioning of plant operation. The necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. The non-structural actions shall be initiated with inception of commissioning stage and shall be implemented & practiced as routine throughout the project life. Responsible Authority Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors Non-Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Production manager, accounting head/manager, Plant in-charge, safety & environment Officer & engineers, Contractors & operators 8.3.7. Occupational Health and Safety Construction Phase Structural Measure: Enclosed storage area for Construction materials to reduce particulate emission Proper arrangement of material handling & transfer to prevent emissions from construction site All necessary PPEs, Safety Gear & facilities for construction works Provision of Safe scaffolding Medical Facilities to cope up with hazards associated with construction works Non-Structural Measure: Adequate & efficient implementation of Procedures for storage, handling & transfer of construction materials Adequate & efficient implementation of Procedures for construction works Adequate & efficient implementation of Procedures for working on height Prevention of water spillage on ground to prevent chances of slip & trip Implementation of safe work procedures to prevent major hazards Operation Phase Structural Measure: Provision of all necessary structural measures for control & prevention risk associated with major hazards as suggested in section of hazardous materials management and Risk assessment reports Provision of in-house medical facilities including medical centre, first aid box and other medical facilities UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-18 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Mechanical handling system & arrangement wherever possible to avoid manual handling & so to avoid issues of MSD. Wherever, automatic system is not possible, adequate manual handling facilities like trolley & Crain to reduce the stress of pulling -pushing and lifting to prevent or minimize the chances of issues related with MSDs. Provision of In-house Occupational Health Centre (OHC) should be made. Artificial Respiration system/devices Provision of ergonomic design of all facilities wherever possible (e.g. chairs, tables, working platforms, self and position & height of display screens & panel etc.) to prevent or minimize the chances of issues related with MSDs Non-Structural Measure: Safety of employee during operation of production units / equipment shall be ensured in line with the provisions of the Factory Act & MSIHC Rules. The company should meet provisions of the Manufacture, storage & Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules- 1986, the factories Act- 1948, Gujarat Factory Rules and The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules- 1996 (As amended timely) throughout the life of proposed project. To avoid any adverse effect on the health of workers due to chemicals, dust, heat, noise and other operational hazards; sufficient measures shall be provided in the unit. Isolation of drinking water & refreshment area including canteen etc. from the area of hazardous materials storage & handling Edibles & potablesshould be strict prohibition in the area of hazardous materials storage & handling. Match box, lighters, clothes having potential of static charges as well as smoking in plant & storage area should be strict prohibition. Provision of aprons & other suitable work-apparels, gloves, goggles, safety shoes and other required PPEs for the employees engaged in hazardous areas & operations as well as working with hazardous materials. Provision of decontamination facilities including bath area with adequate resources like soap, shampoo & showers. Proper shift planning of workers exposed to hazard prone areas to manage the total exposure level as per stipulated standards & / or statutory norms The process emission shall not be emitted in the workplace & such process emission shall be controlled through scrubber attached to process reactor to prevent toxic condition due to HCl in work place. Company shall train a group of employee for comprehensive first-aid and basic first-aid training to all employees shall be imparted at regular intervals. Occupational Health Centre (OHC) shall be headed by full time qualified EHS officer and an appointed doctor. The Occupational Health Centre (OHC) shall be well equipped with necessary facilities and conducting major OHS activities as per mandatory recommendation. Immediate medical treatment by OHC shall be ensured in case of any emergency. Life-saving medicines shall be available within OHC which includes antidote kits (as required) containing necessary antidote drugs/medicine for severe poisoning of any hazardous chemicals. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-19 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers The medical histories of all employees shall be maintained in the prescribed format. Thereafter, the employees shall be subjected to medical examination on annual basis. The health status of workers in the unit shall be regularly monitored under an occupational surveillance program as practice of OHS program. Medical checkup shall be done considering the requirement for all chemicals of the proposed project and suggestion in RA for such checkup programs shall be followed. A well-equipped ambulance with all emergency medical facilities shall be available with driver, round-the-clock. Management shall ensure to provide all necessary PPEs, safety equipment/materials to ensure healthy & safe work conditions. Regular inspection for the safety procedures and use of PPEs & Safety equipment/material shall be done by the management/safety officer. Workplace monitoring shall be carried out on regular basis. Necessary records & documents for such monitoring shall be maintained by the proponent on regular basis. Necessary safety documents, protocol/SOPs, guidelines along with MSDS (if & where required) shall be provided to the associated/concerned personnel engaged in respective operational activities. Necessary training programs & audit shall be done on regular basis to prevent impacts of the operational activities on human health as well as to improve workplace condition & safe work system. The proponent shall ensure implementation of emergency management system with provision of firefighting equipment/facilities, first aid & medical facilities, evacuation procedures etc. Proponent shall ensure proper implementation & functioning as well as assess effectiveness of this system on regular basis even after the proposed project. Risk assessment study shall be carried out and recommended safety measures/safety & disaster management plan shall be implemented to ensure safe work condition as well as healthy workplace condition in all project operation areas/units. Regular audit for EHS System shall be done. Management Period The structural measures like properly lined storage areas with necessary firefighting system wherever required, pollution control & prevention technologies etc. shall be provided in construction phase prior to commissioning of plant operationand their necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. The non-structural actions shall be initiated with inception of commissioning stage and shall be implemented & practiced as routine throughout the project life. Responsible Authority Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors Non-Structural: Proponent/directors/MD, Production manager, accounting head/manager, Plant incharge, safety & environment Officer & engineers, Contractors & operators UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-20 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers 8.4. Other Important EMP 8.4.1. Cleaner Production Action 8.4.1.1. Resource Recovery, Reuse/ Recycle & Conservation The company will sincerely make efforts to recover the resources for recycling & reuse. It will regularly try to keep resource utilization at level of minimum required for operations. In line with these, the following are the action plan suggested for the resource recovery, reuse/recycling and conservation. The company will adopt phenol recovery for reuse/recycling. The phenol recovery by distillation process at stage of product recovery will be an integral part of manufacturing process. Such details are illustrated in earlier chapter under description of manufacturing process. The company will recover gaseous HCl in waste gas from process as 30% HCl byproduct. For the recovery of the HCl company has proposed wet scrubber attached to the Glass lined reactors of manufacturing process such asTri cresyl Phosphate, tri-phenyl phosphate,TrisNonyl phenol phosphite, Organic phosphites, etc. The company will adopt practice of reuse of wastewater/blowdown from boiler & cooling for HCl recovery using wet scrubber. The blowdown water from boiler & cooling will be directly sent to the scrubber as scrubbing media. As this wastewater will not have any toxic materials/pollutant, it will be acceptable for recovery of HCl as 30% HCl solution, which is the by-product. Company will practice in-direct recycling &/or reuse the used oil discarded containers/drums through authorized re-conditioner & recyclers as per statutory requirement &CPCB guidelines. 8.4.1.2. Energy conservation The company will sincerely make efforts to implement energy conservation programs. It will implement many actions to realize efficient energy conservation, such as: Company shall manage efficiently the utilization of energy resources, upgrade operational practice and employ more energy efficient technologies. Company shall train and educate employees in areas of energy conservation. Company shall carry regular internal and external audits to identify areas for improvement and benchmark continuously performance against the best. Company shall share and enrich experience on energy conservation with other units and own group companies. Company shall promote awareness among all employees. The company shall be fully committed towards energy conservation. It is highly recommended that company shall have Energy Conservation cell headed by senior personnel and the duties of the Energy Conservation Cell shall be as following: UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-21 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers o Periodic monitoring of unit/plant/department wise energy consumption. o Planning of corrective actions for deviations. o Carry out internal energy audits & field study on need basis. o Preparing annual energy activity plan o Benchmarking for energy performance. o Arrange training program for energy efficiency. 8.4.2. Greenbelt Development The greenbelt will be created in open land to develop greenbelt in around 1512.30 m2 (30.01 % area of total land) area of total land of project. The plantation for proposed greenbelt will be started in the Monsoon 2014. Guidelines for Greenbelt Development Company shall ensure healthy & dens greenbelt throughout the project life Company shall ensure greenbelt development & maintenance in minimum 300 Sq. Mt. at any time. Company shall follow CPCB guidelines for development & maintenance of greenbelt area Company shall ensure regular irrigation & fertilization of greenbelt area as required timely Company shall ensure replantation in greenbelt area depending upon the survival rate of planted vegetation to maintain greenbelt in minimum 30% (1512 sq. mt. area) of the total area of proposed premises Company shall plant trees with density of about 1500 trees per hectare in the greenbelt area Indigenous species with fast growth are only selected or form the base of selection as Green Belt can come in view as fast as possible. Company shall plant local species of trees & shrub for greenbelt development The tress shall be planted in three tiers pattern so as to ensure that the entire area gets covered and ensure effective pollution abatement. For this, management shall ensure that plantation of trees shall include mixture of lower, higher and middle canopy structure, which shall be mixed appropriately / proportionately / uniformly. The plantation shall also include fruit bearing trees/ species which shall be uniformly distributed which shall act as dwelling place for Varity of birds and other fauna and form a breeding ground for them. Company can select species as following list Sr. No. Scientific Name Common Name Family No. of Plants Tree 1 Azadirachtaindica Neem Meliaceae 50 2 Mangiferaindica Mango Anacardiaceae 10 3 SaracaIndica Ashoka Fabaceae 5 4 Delonixregia Gulmohar Fabaceae 30 5 Dalbergialatifolia Shisham Fabaceae 10 UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-22 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Sr. No. 6 7 8 9 Scientific Name Syzygiumcumini Ficusbengalensis PongamiaPinnata Polyalthialongifolia 10 Shrub 1 2 3 Achrassapota 4 5 6 7 Acalyphagodseffiana Durantaerecta Galphimiagracilis Sheena's Gold Ixorabrachiata Thujakoraiensis JasminumOfficinale Hibiscus rosasinensis Common Name Jambu Banayan tree Karanja Mast Tree/Asopalav Chiku Family Myrtaceae Moraceae Fabaceae Annonaceae No. of Plants 5 5 10 100 Sapotaceae 10 Acalypha Daranta Gold Galphinia Euphorbiaceae Verbenaceae Malpighiaceae 15 10 10 Ixora Thuja Jasmine Jasud Rubiaceae Cupressaceae Oleaceae Malvaceae 30 30 10 30 Apart from the plantation of trees in the earmarked areas, the space left over within the premises after construction of the plant shall be efficiently utilized by converting them into small gardens, vegetative belt etc., which shall again add to the aesthetic beauty of the place and also act as a source of recreation. Care shall be taken to plant ample trees along the road side, boundary wall as well as within the plant premises. It shall enable proper balance of atmosphere both outside the campus by absorbing noise and gaseous pollutants of the road side movement of vehicles and also absorption of noise and emissions within the premises of the plant. Company shall follow the following five year comprehensive greenbelt development program 1st YEAR PLAN o Capital provision for irrigation facilities (water pipelines & taps/valves, flexible pipes) and shall be made in project capital cost o Recurring Budget for First Year Activities: 2 Lakhs o Company shall start activities of greenbelt development along with inception of construction phase of the project o Company shall provide all necessary facilities for irrigation of greenbelt o Plantation in minimum 30% area (1512 Sq. mt.) within premises and around boundary o Company shall acquire saplings from local private/government (Forest & Other) nursery o Plantation & maintenance of trees & shrubs as described in Guidelines for greenbelt development o Company shall do fertilization as required for healthy & dense greenbelt development 2ndto 5thYEAR PLAN o Recurring Budget for Second to Fifth Year Activities: 1.5 Lakhs UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-23 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers o Company shall maintain all necessary facilities for irrigation of greenbelt in good condition and necessary maintenance of irrigation facilities shall be done regularly o Company shall regularly assess survival rate of planted trees & shrub and if required necessary replantation shall be done to ensure healthy & dense greenbelt area in minimum 30% (1512 sq. mt. area) of the total area of proposed premises o For replantation, if required, company shall acquire saplings from local private/government (Forest & Other) nursery o Company shall do fertilization as required for healthy & dense greenbelt development Management Period The structural measures like properly designed greenbelt area, irrigation facilities, Sapling storage & maintenance area and storage for greenbelt development resources/tools etc. shall be provided in construction phase prior to commissioning of plant operation. The necessary structural maintenance shall be done throughout the extent of operation phase. The non-structural actions as described in above sections of greenbelt development guidelines and five year program shall be initiated with inception of construction phase of project and shall be implemented & practiced as routine throughout the project life. Responsible Authority Structural: Proponent/directors, Project manager, accounting head/manager, Site Officer & engineers, Contractors Non-Structural: Proponent/directors, accounting head/manager, Plant incharge, safety & environment Officer & engineers, Contractors & operators 8.4.3. Socio-Economic Welfare and CSR As studied, issue of adverse impacts on socioeconomic layout & public health may occur only due to the major accidents/hazards associated with the storage, handling & transportation of hazardous/toxic materials. Further, direct & indirect employment for the proposed project will have significant beneficial impacts on the economic layout of the area. Besides, proposed CSR activities will be proven very beneficial to the socioeconomic layout of the local area. Thus looking to all the facts, following mitigation measures have been suggested as EMP for prevention & control/minimization of probable adverse impacts & intensification of beneficial impacts. Maximum employment preferably 80% employment shall be done from local area by giving priority to local people/contractors under direct or indirect employment programs/plan. Proper & efficient implementation EMP including structural & non-structural measures suggested for Control of Air Pollution, Water & wastewater management, reduction of Noise, waste management, hazardous materials management as well as RA Report Timely environmental monitoring shall be done as per the monitoring plan as described in earlier chapter 5 to ensure that emission control, waste & wastewater management UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-24 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers as well as hazardous substance management is done efficiently in line with the environment management plan as described above separately. All action plans & mitigation measures suggested in risk assessment and emergency management shall be implemented to prevent any major chance of adverse impacts on socioeconomic layout & occupational health. Emergency Action Plan & Disaster management plan shall be prepared and implemented with provision of all necessary facilities & requisites for emergency management of chemical accident associated with the proposed project. Spill & leak Control as well as Cleanup procedures for all chemical shall be in-place to handle the incident of spill & leak of any chemical. The emergency disposal of the waste chemical shall be done only through nearest CETP &/or TSDF. Awareness programs shall be organized by company for local people of hazard prone area as well as employees of the company through well planned program schedule. Such awareness program shall be focused on the probable chances of hazards & effects of chemicals, necessary action to prevent the effects, action to be taken during chemical accident etc. Throughout the operation phase, management shall ensure that there is no harm/damage to local socioeconomic condition due to the operational activity of the plant. (e.g. damage to agricultural fields & fisheries of local area due to emission, water pollution & accidents) All necessary facilities like first aid, health facilities etc. available in company shall be made available to needy in the surrounding local area. Company shall organize CSR activities in the surrounding area as well as other areas of state & country with necessary budgetary provision around 5% of capital cost in line with the time bound schedule for at least 5 years. Necessary timely revision of budgetary provision shall be done as required. Company shall allocate 3.5 Lakhs Rupees per Annum for the CSR activities and priority of utilization of fund shall be given on the basis of vital needs of local area. Company shall regularly conduct CSR activities in the local area by organizing different kind of social activities and necessary budget for each programs from the allocated Annual CSR fund shall be prepare and approved fund shall be released timely. Considering the situation of local area, maximum fund shall be disbursed for improvement of status of Health & Education of the local area. The CSR activities shall include the following programs: Education Development: (Approx. Rs. 1.5 Lakh/Annum) The activities under such program shall cover distribution of educational material, awareness & carrier counseling camps for students, contribution for improvement educational institutes, health camp in schools, assistance to drop out students Health Care: (Approx. Rs. 1Lakh/Annum) The activities under such program shall cover awareness programs for child immunization, general and specialized health checkup & medical camps, ICTC (Integrated Counseling and Testing Centre) for free UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-25 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers of cost HIV testing, awareness programs & camps for female & child health as well as nutrition and awareness programs on various diseases etc. Other: (Approx. Rs. 1 Lakh/Annum) Apart from the above, company can also conduct activities for social & public infrastructure development & maintenance, cultural programs, support to village level cultural groups, ecological development & conservation, village level sport programs, disaster support, training for prevention & mitigation of disaster, management of relief operation etc. Note: Details CSR Activity with time bound Enclosed as Annexure VII 8.4.4. Reporting The proponent shall prepare & submit quarterly/half yearly reports on implementation of the environmental management program as described in conditions in various licenses/certificate of clearance like EC, NOC, CC&A etc. as well as in line with the described in EMP will be submitted to: Board of director through MD & General/Production manager Gujarat pollution control boards & other authority as required by regulatory provisions Other organizations/firms as directed timely by board of directors or General/production Manager or Govt. authority like MoEF, GPCB, CPCB etc. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-08: Environmental management plan 8-26 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers CHAPTER: 09 SUMMARY & CONCLUSION 9.1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals is located at Plot No. 1250, GIDC, Sarigam – 396155. Tal. Umbergaon, Dist. Valsad. The company has acquired adequate plot in the notified industrial estate of Sarigam hence no other land outside of the industrial estate is required. The company proposes to manufacture products under the category “Synthetic Organic chemicals” (Organic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates). The company has been promoted by four promoters and the company will start its operation of the unit after obtaining the EC and other statutory clearances/ consents/ permissions. The main products of the company will be Plastic and Paint Additives (Organic Phosphite) and Organic Phosphates. And Hydrochloric Acid solution (30%) and Phenol will be generated as byproducts. The proposed products have very high demand for manufacturing of plastic and paint products manufactured in the region of proposed project and other areas of our country. The products are now well established and acceptable in the international markets. Business for the product has bright future and lucrative in various region of India and abroad. Manufacturing of proposed products in the country is very much economical compare to imports of the same and also the export of the same can earn extra revenue generation for our county. There is a huge demand of the proposed products in the export market as well as local market. Proposed products are widely used and are in demand in the domestic Chemical industry. As per the EIA notification-2006 as amended the proposed products are covered under activity5(f) category B1 and hence require Prior Environmental Clearance. Public Hearing is exempted for this project, as the unit is situated within the notified industrial estate (GIDC Sarigam) developed before 2006 and falling in B category. The proposed products & by-products along with production capacity are presented below in tabulated form. Table 9.1: List of Products & Byproducts with Capacity Sr. No. 1 Product Name Quantity (TPM) Plastic and Paint Additives (Organic Phosphite) (Tri Phenyl Phosphite, DiphenylIsodecylphoshite, 2-Hexyl Diphenylphosphite, Phenyl Di-IsodecylPhosphite, Tri –DecylPhosphite, Tri TrisdecylPhosphite, TrisNonyl Phenyl Phosphite, 300.00 DiphenyylTridecylPhosphite (DPTDP), Tetra Phenyl Dipropylene Glycol Phosphite (THOP), Poly (Dipropylene Glycol) Phenyl Phosphite (DHOP), 4,4-Isopropylidene bis (diisodecyl Phenyl Phosphite), UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers DistearylpentaerythritolDiphosphite (DPEDP), TRIS ( 2,4 ditertbutylphenyl) Phosphite, TRIS ( 2,4 ditertamylphenylphosphite, etc.) 2 Organic Phosphates (Tri aryl and Alkyl Phosphate, Triphenyl Phosphate, Tricrisyl Phosphate, 150.00 Tributyl Phosphate, CresylDiphenyl Phosphate, etc.) 3. By products : Hydrochloric Acid( 30 % Solution) 414.90 Phenol 46.00 TOTAL 910.90 The capital of proposed project has been estimated & budgeted with costs of Rs. 350.00 Lakhs. The proposed capital includes Rs. 25.00 Lakhs for environmental protection measures. The plot is already acquired for the proposed project with Plot No. 1250 admeasuring 5040.00 Sq. m. situated at GIDC, Sarigam. The other resources required for the proposed project is as follows: Land - 5040.00 Sq. m. Water- 39.00 KLD will be fulfilled by GIDC water supply. Power- 200 KVA which will be met by supply from DGVCL or Standby DG sets (200 KVA). Utility- In proposed unit the heat requirement will be met from Thermopack- 1 No. of capacity 6 lakh Kcal/Hr, and Boiler- of 1000 Kg/Hr. Fuel- Baggase Brickets: 3 MT/Day (Boiler MT/Day and Thermopack- 1 MT/Day), & HSD 50 Ltrs/Hr (for DG set). Human Resource- Proposed 45. The probable pollution load/sources of impacts are identified during the present EIA study. The details of the major pollution potential/identified sources of impacts are presented below. Wastewater: Industrial Effluent – 6.00 KLD, Domestic- 4.00 KLD. The industrial effluent will be treated in full-fledged proposed in-house ETP (of capacity 10 KLD Max.) equipped with all required Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Treatment units and then will be disposed off through GIDC underground drainage to CETP-Sarigam. The domestic waste water (Sewage) will be disposed off through septic tanks & soak pit Utility Emissions: PM <150 mg/Nm3 , SOX <100 ppm & NOX <50 ppm after Bag filter for Boiler and Thermopack. Proposed Sack as utility emission control measures: o Stack-I: Biolers and TFH (Ht.-15 m., Dia-200 mm) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers o Stack-II: DG Set (Ht.-15 m., Dia-200 mm) Process Emissions: HCl 20 mg/NM3 after ring jet scrubber + Mist eliminator + demister o Stack-III: Process Vent (Ht.-11 Mt., Dia-150 mm) Solid/Hazardous wastes: o ETP Waste: 10.00 MT/Annum (sent to TSDF Side) o Process Residue: 27.00 MT/Annum (Common incineration facility) o Discarded Containers: 400 nos./Annum (Sold to approved scrape dealers/recycler) o HDPE bags: 3000 Nos./Annum (sold to approved scrape dealers/recycler) o Used Oil: 100 Lit./Yr. (Sold to approved recycler) Hazardous Material: The major hazards are noticed to be associated with 6 chemicals of the project (Phenol, Phosphorous Trichloride ( PCl3), POCl3, 2-Ethyl Hexanol, Butanol and Cresol). It has been noticed that only 6 chemicals out of about 15 raw materials are hazardous in nature as per MSIHC rules (as amended), 2000. These hazardous materials will be received in tanker load or drums by road truck/tanker and stored in tanks provided in farm area and designated areas of drum storage. All safety measures will be provided at design level with all required safety system for the specific chemicals to prevent the associated hazards & risks. 9.2. DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT & BASELINE ENVIRONMENT STATUS PROJECT AREA The proposed new unit - M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals will be setup at Plot No. 1250, Notified Industrial Estate of GIDC Sarigam, Valsad (Gujarat). The GIDC Industrial estate has all required infrastructure like electricity, roads, transportation etc. The project area is situated in the southern part of Gujarat State and shares some area of UT of Daman and UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. The area has global identity for its industrial development since many decades especially in Vapi GIDC, adjoining UTs and Sarigam GIDC. The area has contributed significantly in the development of our Nation’s economy through the excellent industrial growth. The area has considerably developed in last few decades by sharing vital input through industrial development and implementation of government actions/plan of development. The area has been selected as the production hub by many large banner industries of chemicals, pharmaceutical, pesticides, textile & plastic sectors. The Damanganga river flows from east to west into the Arabian Sea. The river flows through Maharashtra and Gujarat states, as well as the Union territories of Daman and UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The industrial towns of Vapi, Dadra and Silvassa lie on the north bank of the river, and the town of Daman occupies both banks of the river's estuary. BASELINE STATUS The baseline environmental studies have been done for three months of Summer (Premonsoon) season (March 2015 & May 2015) for the EIA of upcoming project of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals. The study has been conducted initially considering the draft TORs proposed for approval and then continued & finalized according to the conditions of awarded TORs. The study has been conducted by following the guidelines & the EIA Manual issued by MoEF. The study has been conducted & finalized by conducting studies during the season of summer (pre-monsoon) 2015 covering area of 10 km radius from proposed project site for mappings and 5 km radial area for environmental sampling & monitoring to comply with the TOR awarded by the State level Expert Environmental Appraisal Committee (SEAC), Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The frequency of various environmental sampling & analysis was determined following the guidelines provided by MoEF in online EIA Manual. The details of frequency of environmental sampling considered for the study are illustrated in the following table. Table 9.2: Details of Environmental sampling frequency. Attributes Sampling Monitoring Frequency A. Air Environment Meteorological Data Hourly continuous during Study Period Ambient Air Quality 24 hourly twice a week during study period B. Noise Hourly for one day during Study Period C. Water Ground Water Once in Study Period Surface Water Once in Study Period D. Soil Quality Once in Study Period E. Land Use -Land Cover & Topography Once in Study Period F. Ecological Data Once in Study Period G. Socio-economic Data Once in Study Period H. Other Maps Once in Study Period One seasonal ambient air monitoring data was collected during the study period of March 2015 & May 2015. The data of wind pattern collected during the study period indicates that the wind was blowing dominantly from 238 Degree (NNE) and the average wind speed was noticed to be around 3.04 m/sec. Maximum wind speed has been noticed to be 21.61 m/s. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Ambient Air Quality assessments for the selected locations are carried out and the maximum concentration of the PM10, PM2.5, SOx & NOx was found respectively 92.00 µg/m3, 35.00 µg/m3, 27.00 µg/m3, 29.00 µg/m3 at the project site during the study period because the project is located in the notified industrial area of GIDC and surrounded by the different types of industries. 9.3 ANTICIPATED ENVIROMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES As studied during the present EIA study, no major significant impacts from proposed plant are anticipated except the cases of failure of APCD and catastrophic disaster in material storage area. As proponent has planned to install well designed ETP which will be efficient for adequate wastewater treatment to meet the norms for disposal through underground drainage of GIDC going to CETP, Sarigam. The ETP process adopted by the proponent is adequate to remove the pollutants from the waste water. Thus issue of water or land/soil pollution due to disposal of treated wastewater is also not envisaged. Besides, the water consumption will be met through the drawl of water from pipeline of GIDC water supply department. Groundwater will not be abstracted for water requirement of proposed project. Hence the impacts due to the water consumption are not envisaged. Risk assessment study has been conducted for the proposed project and the suggestions made in the report shall be implemented strictly to prevent any chances of environmental contamination and employee health & safety. By the efficient implementation of Hazard/Risk control/Prevention measures the negative impacts would be avoided. Further, the fuel for Boiler and TFH will be Bagasse. The emission from these utilities will not be the major issue as bagasse will be used as fuel. The emission from DG set will not have regular pollution potential as those will be utilized only during the failure of supply by DGVCL. Hence, there would not be any considerable emission. In the process of Tri Phenyl Phosphite & Organic Phosphite Phenol are likely to arise as process emission. For control of phenol emission no special measure is required, as it will be recovered in process itself. Phenol will be distilled and will be reused in process or will be sold to actual user as by-product. In some process HCl is likely to arise as process emission which will be recovered by providing scrubber. The recovered HCl will be sold as by-product. Besides, the hazardous waste generation includes almost all recyclable waste except ETP sludge and Process Residues. All these hazardous waste will be managed as per MoEF/CPCB/GPCB Guidelines. Hence issues of environmental contamination due to hazardous waste are not envisaged. The proponent will plant varieties of native trees & shrubs in the premises. The Greenbelt will be maintained in excellent condition giving visual of dense vegetation. The proponent will manage the greenbelt with all possible care & attention to improve environmental condition. Thus the beneficial impacts due to the dense greenbelt are envisaged. The greenbelt will be created in open land to develop greenbelt in around 1512.30 m 2 (30.01 % area of total land) UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers area of total land of project. The plantation for proposed greenbelt will be started in the Monsoon. Other than these aspects, it is also found that the high noise generation sources will not be the part of proposed project. At any point of process plant the noise level at work place will remain below 75 dB (A) which will be further mitigated by provision of PPEs and shift management. The noise level out of the premises is envisaged to be below 60 dB(A) in day and below 50 dB(A) in night as maximum. Hence impacts of noise are not envisaged. Company shall organize CSR activities in the surrounding area as well as other areas of state & country with necessary budgetary provision around 5% of capital cost in line with the time bound schedule for at least 5 years. Necessary timely revision of budgetary provision shall be done as required. All aspects of safety are adequately being managed and required safety material, equipments and facilities will be provided to all employees, contractor & visitors. 9.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM The environmental monitoring program has been prepared in five different sections covering all necessary guidelines & plan for effective & efficient monitoring of the environmental conditions to ensure that EMP is implemented efficiently to prevent/minimize the anticipated impacts. The details are of the programs are presented below in tabular form: Table 9.3: Details of Environment Monitoring Program Sr. No. 1. Environmental Components Monitoring Points/Location Ambient Air Ambient air quality at minimum 3 location within the plant premises having 1 location in downwind direction Ambient air quality at minimum 1location in downwind direction preferably at between 500 mtrs. & 1 km distance from plant boundary. Workplace areas: RM Storage and Production areas In case of accidental leak & spill of hazardous chemical: At maximum spots likely to be affected 2. Water & Wastewater Groundwater from all bore wells within premises In case of accidental spillage/leak , groundwater samples from the area likely to be affected 3. Emission All Stacks including stacks of Boiler, TFH & DG Set 4. Noise At all sources (DG set, Boiler, TFH, Production Utilities/machineries, Pumps, Compressors etc.) and at deferent areas (Production area, Storage UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-6 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Sr. No. Environmental Components Monitoring Points/Location area, transportation area, Administrative area, security area, utility house, ETP etc) within premises 5. Greenbelt/Vegetation Cover Greenbelt Area at Boundary & Garden 6. Soil At Two locations from storage & greenbelt area, In case of accidental spillage/leak , soil of the affected area from various spots & depth 9.5 ADITIONAL STUDY In case of the present EIA study for proposed project Risk Assessment as additional studies has been given as condition in awarded TOR, which needed to be included in the EIA study & report. The Risk Assessment Study for the upcoming project has been conducted by functional area expert of EIA Team. The risk assessment has been carried out with consideration of some probable worst case scenarios like Fire, explosion and flammable cloud & toxic dispersion. The major hazards are noticed to be associated with six chemicals of the project (Phenol, Phosphorous Trichloride ( PCl3), POCl3, 2-Ethyl Hexanol, Butanol and Cresol) which can have worst case scenarios of fire & explosion as well as dispersion of toxic vapour & flammable cloud. As, the proposed project is of manufacturing of synthetic resins & paint using some organic chemicals, impacts are likely to occur due to some other chemical hazards also. Thus with such probabilities & considerations of hazards & risk, “Risk Assessment Study” has been carried out by proponent as pre-project conceptual RA study. The Disaster & Onsite Emergency Management plan has also been prepared as a part of RA study assignment. The whole Risk Assessment Report is incorporated in the chapter-6 of the EIA report, and the onsite emergency plan has been enclosed herewith the EIA report as Annexure-XI. 9.6 PROJECT BENEFITS The project does not require any land outside of a notified industrial estate of GIDC - Sarigam and the estate is years old with all required infrastructures. Hence no major benefits in terms of development of new infrastructures & direct improvement in infrastructure due to proposed project are anticipated. The project benefits will be significant in terms of benefit to the local socio-economic status by generating a good opportunity of direct & indirect employment, etc. as well as economic conditions of state & country. 9.7 ENVRIONMETAL MANAGEMENT PLAN The proposed project will have some potential of impact in form of pollution sources mainly as the emission from utilities. Such sources of impacts and the significance of the impacts are UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-7 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers already described in above sections with necessary mitigations. In line with the above description some important mitigation measures are cited as necessary requirement to prevent &/or control / minimize the probable impacts of proposed project on environment. The details of such mitigations are described below under respective heading with necessary details. Air Pollution Control Bag Filter and Stack of adequate height & internal diameter (Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-200 mm) are to be provided for efficient dispersion of emission from proposed Boiler & TFH CPCB approved DG sets to be used only during the failure of power supply from DGVCL Grid. Stack of adequate height & internal diameter (Ht.-15 Mt., Dia-200 mm) are to be provided for efficient dispersion of emission from proposed DG set. Provision of all necessary PPEs to employee & regular workplace monitoring programs Properly designed enclosed storage vessels made of suitable materials and adequate handling & transfer system preferably closed system operated through the automation like PLC Provision of FD/ ID fan with utilities/ stack if/as required to maintain desired velocity of exit gas. Provision of three stage scrubber as an integrated part of process equipment for scrubbing of process emission - HCl and stack of adequate height and internal diameter (Ht.-11 Mt., Dia-150 mm). All mitigation, control & prevention measures as suggested in Safety Audit report & RA report shall be provided. Regular monitoring of Stack emission, Ambient Air and workplace air shall be done as per Monitoring plan Transportation must be done in closed approved vehicles only. All safety & control measures shall be provided to prevent spill, leak and accident during transportation. Low emission transport vehicles complying HAZMAT guidelines & statutory requirements. Water & Wastewater Management Water requirement to be met only from GIDC Water supply line. Proper impervious lining in storage & production area Adequate & properly designed storage area to prevent spill & leak of chemicals Implementation of mitigation measures suggested for Land Environment Adequate & minimal use of water Metering for measurement of water usage and wastewater generation & disposal UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-8 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Disposal of sewage through septic tank & soak pit only and regular checking & maintenance for prevention of leak & overflow. Provision of in-house full-fledge ETP having capacity of 10 KL/Day with Primary, secondary & tertiary treatment units. Disposal of adequately treated effluent goes through the underground drainage to CETP, Sarigam. Regular inspection & management for prevention of any kind of contaminated runoff from construction area. Implementation of safety measures & emergency management system for management of hazardous chemicals Land Environment Management The construction waste shall be used for the suitable construction works and the scrap from mechanical activities & installation of heavy machineries/equipment shall be collected and stored in scrap yard for sell to scrap dealer. The greenbelt will be created in open land to develop greenbelt in around 1512.30 m2 (30.01 % area of total land) area of total land of project. Adequate ETP for treatment of effluent & arrangement of disposal through underground drainage of GIDC going to CETP, Sarigam. Hazardous waste management as per statutory guidelines & requirements. All possible recyclable/reusable wastes shall be reused/ recycled as per statutory provision by sell to authorized recycler/refiners. Impervious lining in all area likely to be affected by the spill / leak of hazardous chemicals/wastes. All transportation shall be done in closed truck/tanker approved as per statutory requirement to prevent volatile emissions as well as leak/spill during transportation. HAZMAT guidelines shall be followed for transport of all hazardous materials. Safety & emergency equipment & materials and safety & emergency management guidelines shall be provided on the transport vehicles. Greenbelt development & management to ensure healthy & dens greenbelt/pasture throughout the life of the project. Monitoring of soil samples shall be done as per Environmental monitoring plan. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-9 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Ecological Environment Management Proper & efficient implementation of mitigation measures & EMP suggested for control of Air pollution, Water & wastewater management, reduction of Noise and construction waste management. RA has to be conducted and all necessary control & prevention measures for all hazards associated with the project shall be implemented prior to inception of the project activities. Disaster/Emergency Management Plan shall be prepared & implemented Greenbelt development & maintenance within premises & around periphery as per greenbelt development plan. Noise & Vibration Generation & Management Noise generating & vibrating equipment like motors, pumps etc. shall be mounted on sturdy concrete foundations with rubber padding to reduce vibrations. DG set shall be complying noise standard prescribed by CPCB and silencer as well as acoustic enclosure shall be provided. Barrier in form of Dens Greenbelt in and around premises and concrete wall wherever required & suitable. Further to cope up with the issue of occupational noise exposure, PPEs like earmuff & earplug will be provided to all concerned employees. The impacts of noise on occupational health would be mitigated by proper shift timing & regular annual checkup of concern employees. Periodic monitoring of noise levels as per post-project monitoring plan shall be done on regular basis. High noise generating activities shall be restricted during night time. Occupation Health & Safety All necessary implementation & actions for ensuring safe work condition All statutory guidelines related with occupational health & safety is/will be followed Implementation of all hazards & risk control & prevention measures Provision of aprons & other suitable work-apparels, gloves, goggles, safety shoes and other required PPEs for the employees engaged in hazardous areas & operations as well as working with hazardous materials. Regular inspection for the safety procedures and use of PPEs & Safety equipment/material The medical histories of all employees shall be maintained in the prescribed format. Thereafter, the employees shall be subjected to medical examination on annual basis.. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-10 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers Training programs & safety audit on regular basis to prevent impacts of the operational activities on occupational health as well as to improve workplace condition & safe work system. Greenbelt Development The company has proposed to develop the greenbelt in 1512.30 m2 (30.01 % area of total land) land in & along the premises. The plantation for proposed greenbelt will be started in the Monsoon. Same greenbelt will be maintained in healthy & dense condition throughout its operation period after the proposed project. Company shall plant trees with density of about 1500 trees per hectare in the greenbelt area. Only indigenous species with fast growth will be selected or form the base of selection as Green Belt can come in view as fast as possible. Company shall plant local species of trees & shrub for greenbelt development. All necessary actions like fertilization, irrigation, pest control, pruning & trimming as well as re-plantation as required shall be taken timely to ensure dense healthy greenbelt all the time. Environment Health & Safety Management Cell The company has already formulated the environment management cell. With vision to improve the efficiency, Environmental Management Cell will be modified. Socioeconomic welfare & CSR Activities All action plans & mitigation measures suggested in risk assessment and emergency management shall be implemented to prevent any major chance of adverse impacts on socioeconomic layout & occupational health. Emergency Action Plan & Disaster management plan shall be prepared and implemented with provision of all necessary facilities & requisites for emergency management of chemical accident associated with the proposed project. Maximum employment preferably 80% employment shall be done from local area by giving priority to local people/contractors under direct or indirect employment programs/plan. Regular social activities as part of its CSR Program to enhance the social condition mainly for education & health improvement in the project area. Details CSR Activity and planning with time bound enclosed as Annexure VII. 9.8 CONCLUSION The study for the proposed project of M/s. Sandhya Plasticizers & Chemicals at Sarigam GIDC has revealed that the upcoming activities of “Synthetic Organic chemicals” (Organic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates) manufacturing will have some considerable impacts which would mainly occur only upon accidental spill/leak of chemicals/materials and catastrophic disasters. All other impacts of the project will remain far below acceptable limits after necessary UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-11 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites, Organic Phosphates & Plastic Stabilizers mitigation as described & suggested in EIA report. The major impacts of catastrophic disaster will also be brought under acceptable limits by implementing the required hazard prevention & control measures as suggested in RA report. Thus it has been concluded that there would not be any major impacts on environment due to the proposed project except the impacts of emissions and major accident scenarios which may extend out of the plant area. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-09: Summary & Conclusion 9-12 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates CHAPTER: 10 DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANT ENGAGED 10.1. ABOUT UNISTAR ENVIRONMENT & RESEACH LABS PVT. LTD. Unistar Environment And Research Labs Private Limited is a company registered under the companies Act in India (Vapi, Gujarat) to provide efficient and economical services in the areas of environmental pollution control/ monitoring and chemical analysis & research activities to various industries and institutions. Unistar Environment and Research Labs Private Limited is a service providing organization rendering a wide range of environment pollution control related services. Unistar Environment And Research Labs Private Limited is a growing environmental pollution control service providing company having a team of qualified and experienced persons from various disciplines to handle complex assignments. In addition, we have a pool of highly qualified experts from related and specialized fields to draw upon should an assignment dictate so. The organization has a sufficing infrastructure along with a fully equipped laboratory and field staff. The client list includes some of the foremost industry houses in India, mainly in the area of pharmaceuticals, Personal care products, Metal and Metal Processing, Textile processing, Paper manufacturing, Dyes and Intermediates, Specialty chemicals, Engineering (Fabrication, surface Treatment, coating and assembling), Plastics and Packaging, Hotels, various miscellaneous industrial units and government and semi-government departments. The company aims to provide effective and optimum environment management systems for treatment & control of gaseous emissions, water, wastewater and hazardous waste. Vision - to establish a strong technical foothold in the area of environmental pollution To establish a strong technical foothold in the area of environmental pollution control, Monitoring, Chemical testing and Research. Mission - to provide reliable and economical solution in timely manner that best meets the individual concerns for each client. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-10: Disclosure of consultant engaged 10-1 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Services The Unistar provides the following services Consultancy Services: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Study. Treatability/Feasibility study to establish Effluent Treatment Scheme. Study of pollution control system and its adequacy & efficacy. Environmental Audit of the industrial units. Environmental studies and reports. Legal and Technical assistance to comply with environmental legislations. Environmental Monitoring Services: Post Environment Clearance monitoring programs. Potable water testing as per IS 10500: 2012 and WHO standard. Chemical & Microbial monitoring and analysis of Water & Waste Water. Hazardous and non-hazardous Solid Wastes and soil samples monitoring and analysis. Ambient Air quality, Work place, Flue gas stack, process gas stack emission, Ambient Noise level Monitoring. Analytical testing of all kind of chemicals, metals, etc. Engineering Services: Designing, Erection and Commissioning of ETP and STP. Designing, Erection and Commissioning of APCD. Operation & Maintenance of ETP and STP. Introducing Our Additional Services: Education and training in the area of Energy, Safety, Health, Various CSR activities and Environment. CSR Activity plan or Proposal and implementation, documentation and reporting. Carry out Social Need Assessment study. Conducting CSR Audits. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-10: Disclosure of consultant engaged 10-2 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates Recognition 1. MoEF&CC (Govt. Of India) Recognized Environmental Laboratory under The Environment (Protection) Act-1986. 2. GPCB (Govt. Of Gujarat) Recognized Environmental Auditor. (Schedule- II) 3. NABET Accreditation scheme for EIA Consultant: (Provisional Accreditation) 4. NABL (ISO/IEC 17025: 2005) Accredited Environmental Laboratory 5. OSHAS 18001:2007 certified Laboratory 6. ISO 9001: 2008 certified company. UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-10: Disclosure of consultant engaged 10-3 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-10: Disclosure of consultant engaged 10-4 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-10: Disclosure of consultant engaged 10-5 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-10: Disclosure of consultant engaged 10-6 SANDHYA PLASTICIZERS & CHEMICALS EIA Report for proposed manufacturing of Synthetic Organic ChemicalsOrganic Phosphites & Organic Phosphates UniStar Environment & Research Labs Pvt. Ltd. (QCI-NABET Accredited) Chapter-10: Disclosure of consultant engaged 10-7