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APPENDIX A

LOCALITY MAP

APPENDIX B

ACCEPTANCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORIZATION APPLICATION

of 1

Enquiries: Nelisiwe Mlangeni 13 De Jager Street, Ermelo, 2350, Tel :( 017)811 4830/3944 Reference: 17/2/3 GS-188

Gerrit Viljoen Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd P.O. Box 1034 Secunda 2302 E-mail: [email protected]

Dear Sir/Madam

APPLICATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION FOR THE PROPOSED ISO-OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, GOVAN MBEKI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, MPUMALNGA PROVINCE. The Department confirms having received the application form for environmental authorisation of the abovementioned project 11 June 2013. The application is hereby accepted, and you may proceed with the process required in terms of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, 2010. The application has been assigned the reference number 17/2/3 GS-188 Kindly quote this reference number in any future correspondence in respect of the application and in all methods of notification used during the public participation process. The responsible officer is Miss. Nelisiwe Mlangeni and all correspondence must be directed to: The Deputy Director, Environmental Impact Management, Gert Sibande District Office, marked for the attention of the responsible officer. Please note that in terms of the provisions of Regulation 67, this application will lapse if the applicant fails for a period of 6 months to comply with a requirement of the EIA Regulations, 2010, or if reasons for failure to comply are not communicated in writing to and accepted by this Department. Please draw the applicant’s attention to the fact that the activity may not commence prior to an environmental authorisation being granted by the Department. Sincerely, ___________________ ________________ Director: Environmental Impact Management Date cc: Prashika Reddy Royal HaskoningDHV [email protected]

APPENDIX C

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

APPENDIX C1

SITE NOTICES

NOTICE OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL BASIC ASSESSMENT PROCESS FOR THE PROPOSED

ISO-OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3 GS-188)

Notice is hereby given in terms of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (No 107 of 1998) as amended, and the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations (2010) that Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd has submitted an application for Environmental Authorisation (EA) to the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET).

PROJECT NATURE

The Sasol Olefins and Surfactants (O&S) business unit has identified an opportunity to isolate, export and sell Iso-octanol as a higher value commodity.The purpose of the Iso-octanol long term phase 2 project is to convert the aldehydes in the existing iso-alcohols stream by hydrogenation to its corresponding alcohols to achieve the desired product specification for the Iso-octanol product. Hydrogenation refers to a chemical reaction between molecular hydrogen (H2) and another compound or element, usually in the presence of a catalyst (Wikipedia, 2013). A distillation column will be installed for separation to achieve the final product specifications. In addition, a storage tank, heat exchangers and pumps to enable storage and loading of final Iso-octanol product will be installed in the 1-Octene Train III tank farm area.

NAME OF PROPONENT Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd.

LOCATION The project will take place within the Sasol Industrial Complex in Secunda which falls under the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality in Mpumalanga.

LISTED ACTIVITIES EIA Regulations (2010) - GN. R.544 (Listing Notice 1): 13, 42 and 48 A Basic Assessment study will therefore be conducted for the proposed project.

HOW TO REGISTER

You can register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) or request additional information, by contacting Royal HaskoningDHV which has been appointed as the Environmental Assessment Practitioner for the project. I&APs are further requested to provide their name and surname, contact information and interest in the project (contact details provided below).

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PRACTITIONER

Phyllis Kalele P O Box 25302

Monument Park, 0105, Pretoria Tel: (012) 367 5916 Fax: (012) 367 5878

E-mail: [email protected]

DATE OF NOTICE July 2013

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemical_reaction

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrogen

ISAZISO SENQUBO YOKUHLAZIYWA KWEZEMVELO EYISISEKELO YEPHROJEKTHI EHLONGOZWAYO YE-ISO-OCTANOL ISIGABA 2 EZOTHATHA ISIKHATHI ESIDE E-SASOL

INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX E-SECUNDA, E-MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF.: 17/2/3 GS-188)

Lapha kunikezwa isaziso ngokuvumelana noMthetho Wokulawulwa Kwezemvelo Kuzwelonke, 1998 (No 107 ka-1998) njengoba uchitshiyelwe, kanye neZiqondiso Zokuhlaziywa Komthelela Kwezemvelo (EIA) (2010) ukuthi i-Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd. ifake isicelo seSigunyazo Sezemvelo (EA) eMnyangweni Wezokuthuthukiswa Komnotho, Ezemvelo Nezokuvakasha Wase-Mpumalanga (MDEDET).

ISIMO SEPHROJEKTHI

Uphiko lwebhizinisi lwe-Sasol Olefins and Surfactants (O&S) luye lwahlonza ithuba lokuhlukanisa, ukuthumela emazweni angaphandle nokuthengisa i-Iso-octanol njengomkhiqizo wenani eliphezulu. Injongo yephrojekthi ye-Iso-octanol isigaba 2 ezothatha isikhathi eside ukuguqulela ama-aldehyde asemzileni wama-iso-alcohol nge-hydrogenation kuma-alcohol ahambisana nawo ukuze kufinyelelwe umkhiqizo ofunekayo kumkhiqizo we-Iso-octanol. I-hydrogenation ibhekisela ekuxubaneni kwamakhemikhali phakathi kwe-hydrogen yamamolekhuli (H2) kanye nenye ikhampawundi noma i-elementi, ngokuvamile uma kukhona i-catalyst (Wikipedia, 2013). Kuzofakwa ikholomu yokucwenga ukuze ukuhlukanisa kufinyelele imikhiqizo yokugcina ngendlela efuneka ngayo. Ngaphezu kwalokho, ithangi lokugcina izinto, izinto ezidlulisa ukushisa kanye namaphampu azokwenza kukwazeke ukugcina nokulayisha umkhiqizo wokugcina we-Iso-octanol, kuzofakwa ethangini elisepulazini i-1-Octene Train III.

IGAMA LOMHLONGOZI Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd.

INDAWO Le phrojekthi izokwenzeka e-Sasol Industrial Complex e-Secunda engaphansi kukaMasipala Wendawo Wase-Govan Mbeki e-Mpumalanga.

IMISEBENZI ESOHLWINI

IZiqondiso Ze-EIA (2010) – GN. R.544 (Isaziso Sokufaka Ohlwini 1): 13, 42 no 48 Ngakho-ke kuzokwenziwa ucwaningo Lokuhlaziywa Okuyisisekelo lwale phrojekthi ehlongozwayo.

INDLELA YOKUBHALISA

Ungabhalisa njengoMuntu Othanda Ukubamba Iqhaza Nothintekile (I&AP) noma ucele ulwazi olwengeziwe, ngokuthinta i-Royal HaskoningDHV eye yamiswa njengoMhlaziyi Wezemvelo wale phrojekthi. Ama-I&AP ayacelwa futhi ukuba anikeze igama nesibongo, imininingwane yokuxhumana kanye neqhaza kule phrojekthi (imininingwane yokuxhumana inikeziwe ngezansi).

UMHLAZIYI WEZEMVELO

Phyllis Kalele P.O. Box 25302

Monument Park, 0105, Pretoria Ucingo: 012 367 5916

Ifeksi: 012 367 5878 I-imeyi: [email protected]

USUKU LWESAZISO Julayi 2013



KENNISGEWING VAN ’N BASIESE OMGEWINGSEVALUERINGSPROSES VIR DIE VOORGESTELDE ISO-OKTANOL LANGTERMYN FASE 2 PROJEK BY DIE SASOL NYWERHEIDSKOMPLEKS TE

SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET VERW.: 17/2/3 GS-188)

Kennis geskied hiermee ingevolge die Nasionale Wet op Omgewingsbestuur, 1998 (Wet 107 van 1998) (soos gewysig) en die Regulasies op Omgewingsimpakevaluerings (OIE-regulasies) (2010) dat Sasol Synfuels (Edms.) Bpk. ’n aansoek om Omgewingsmagtiging (OM) by die Mpumalanga Departement van Ekonomiese Ontwikkeling, Omgewingsake en Toerisme (MDEDET) ingedien het.

AARD VAN DIE PROJEK

Die Sasol Olefiene en Surfaktante (O&S) sake-eenheid het ’n geleentheid geïdentifiseer om Iso-oktanol as ’n hoër waarde kommoditeit te isoleer, uit te voer en te verkoop. Die doel van die Iso-oktanol langtermyn fase 2 projek is om die aldehiede in die bestaande iso-alkohol-stroom deur hidrogenering om te skakel na sy ooreenstemmende alkohole om die gewenste produkspesifikasie vir die Iso-oktanolproduk te verkry. Hidrogenering verwys na ’n chemiese reaksie tussen molekulêre waterstof (H2) en ’n ander verbinding of element, gewoonlik in die teenwoordigheid van ’n katalisator (Wikipedia, 2013). ’n Distilleringskolom sal geïnstalleer word vir skeiding om die finale produkspesifikasies te bereik. Daarbenewens sal ’n opgaartenk, warmteruilers en pompe in die 1-Okteenreeks III tenkplaasgebied geïnstalleer word om die berging en laai van die finale Iso-oktanolproduk moontlik te maak.

NAAM VAN PROJEKVOORSTELLER

Sasol Synfuels (Edms.) Bpk.

LIGGING Die projek sal plaasvind in die Sasol Nywerheidskompleks in Secunda, wat in die Govan Mbeki Plaaslike Munisipaliteit in Mpumalanga geleë is.

GELYSTE AKTIWITEITE

OIE-regulasies (2010) – Staatskennisgewing R.544 (Lyskennisgewing 1): 13, 42 en 48 ’n Basiese Evalueringstudie sal dus vir die voorgestelde projek onderneem word.

HOE OM TE REGISTREER

U kan as ’n Belangstellende en Geaffekteerde Party (B&GP) registreer of bykomende inligting versoek deur met Royal HaskoningDHV, wat as die Omgewingsevalueringspraktisyn vir die projek aangestel is, in verbinding te tree. B&GP’s word voorts versoek om hul naam en van, kontakbesonderhede en belang by die projek te verstrek (kontakbesonderhede word hieronder gegee).

OMGEWINGS-EVALUERINGSPRAKTISYN

Phyllis Kalele Posbus 25302

Monumentpark, 0105, Pretoria Tel: 012 367 5916

Faks: 012 367 5878 E-pos: [email protected]

DATUM VAN KENNISGEWING Julie 2013



SITE NOTICES-BA FOR THE PROPOSED ISO OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE II PROJECT

Charlie One Gate

Sasol Club

Secunda Municipal Library

Govan Mbeki Local Municipality

APPENDIX C2

I&AP DATABASE

Name Company / Organization

Andrew Rossaak Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA)

Carolyn Ah Shene-Verdoorn Birdlife South Africa

Marianna Nieuwoudt Olifants River Forum

Siziwe Khanyile groundWork

Rico Euripidou groundWork

A Tshivhandekano Department of Mineral Resources

RMP Monyela Department of Water Affairs

Florah Mamabolo Department of Water Affairs (Waterval Forum)

Department of Labour-Secunda Labour Centre

Jan Venter

Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development

and Land Administration

Frans Krige Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency

Tsuke Daniel Hlanyane-Senior Manager

Gert Sibande District Municipality (Municipal Health &

Environmental Services)

Sibongile Zikalala Govan Mbeki Municipality

Igantius Mathebula Govan Mbeki Municipality

Kamesh Rohan Govan Mbeki Municipality

Albert Olivier Govan Mbeki Municipality

Nomsa Thabethe Govan Mbeki Municipality

Philisiwe Nzama-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 4

C Gwiji-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 7

Thabo Tsotetsi-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 8

D Mahlangu-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 9

Johana Ndlovu-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 10

A Motaung-Sithole-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 11

Nick Mathabe-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 12

T Mtsweni-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 19

Simon Mabena-Councillor Embalenhle: Ward 20

Timothy Denny-Councillor Secunda: Ward 5

Angela van Royen-Councillor Secunda: Ward 21

Naomi Victor-Councillor Secunda: Ward 25

Tarnia Baker-Councillor Secunda: Ward 30

Reveck Hariram Rand Water - Vaal Dam Catchment

Johannes Nkosi Sasol:Embalenhle Recreactional Environment Club

Mpho Magasa

I&AP DATABASE FOR THE FOR THE PROPOSED SASOL ISO-OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE

II PROJECT, SECUNDA

GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES

NON GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS (NGO's)

LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

OTHER STAKEHOLDERS

APPENDIX C3

NEWSPAPER ADVERTS-INITIAL I&AP NOTIFICATION

27July 19, 2013

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RasGas Company Limited (RasGas) is one of the world’s premier inte-grated LNG enterprises. Since its creation in 1993, RasGas has developed world-class facilities for the extraction, storage, processing and export of LNG, and has entered into long-term agreements to supply LNG to customers in Korea, India, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Taiwan and the Americans, RasGas has seven LNG trains in operation, with a total production capacity of approximately 37 million tonnes of LNG per year.

Why Rasgas? A competitive compensation and benefits package along with career development and corporate growth prospects, and emphasis on a healthy balance between work and life, and a multicultural and safety-oriented environment are all part of a career at RasGas

PANEL OPERATORS

Candidates should have a minimum of secondary education; engineering diploma is preferred, with at least 10 years’ experience as a DCS Panel Operator in a Utility Plant and/or Gas Processing Facility with preference for LNG liquefaction knowledge. In addition, candidates must meet the following competency requirements:

· High aptitude with safety management systems; high level of competency in relationship and team building including communicative skills between peers in the English language· Transparency in reporting of production process problems, sharing of knowledge and lessons learned· High focus on process operations optimization and efficiencies including minimizing all flaring· High focus in work management processes including permit to work, equipment isolations, temporary control system defeats, etc.

MECHANICAL TECHNICIANS

Applicant should be qualified Mechanical Technicians/Millwright preferably with a Technology Diploma / Certificate from a recognized institution.

Minimum of 8 years of experience in overhauls, inspection and front-line troubleshooting of rotating and static equipment such as compressors, pumps, steam turbines, heat exchangers, valves and piping.

Strong and demonstrated focus on Safety is paramount; practical know-how of permit-to-work systems and LOTO procedures applicable to LNG / Petrochemical plants is required.

PROCESS OPERATORS

Applicants should have a minimum of Secondary education with at least 6 years of experience in LNG, LPG, Sour Gas Processing, Sulphur Recovery, Refinery or a similar process environment together with a mechanical aptitude and basic knowledge of process instrumentation and DCS Operations.

Please forward a detailed and updated CV to [email protected] (021 556 5236)

NOTICE OF BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED ISO-OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3 GS-188)


The Sasol Olefins and Surfactants (O&S) business unit has identified an opportunity to isolate, export and sell Iso-octanol as a higher value commodity.The purpose of the Iso-octanol long term phase 2 project is to convert the aldehydes in the existing iso-alcohols stream by hydrogenation to its corresponding alcohols to achieve the desired product specification for the Iso-octanol product. Hydrogenation refers to a chemical reaction between molecular hydrogen (H2) and another compound or element, usually in the presence of a catalyst. A distillation column will be installed for separation to achieve the final product specifications. In addition, a storage tank, heat exchangers and pumps to enable storage and loading of the final Iso-octanol product will be installed in the 1-Octene Train III tank farm area.

Consequently, Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd intends to undertake a Basic Assessment (BA) study and submit the Basic Assessment Report (BAR) to MDEDET in support of the proposed project.

WHO SHOULD YOU CONTACT?

Royal HaskoningDHV (RHDHV) is the appointed independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP), to undertake the required Basic Assessment and Public Participation (PP) process for the project. To register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) and to obtain details about the project, please submit your name, contact information and interest in the project to:

Phyllis KaleleRoyal HaskoningDHV PO Box 25302 Tel: 012 367 5800Monument Park, 0105 Fax: 012 367 5878Pretoria Email: [email protected]

VACANCIES & NOTICES

6 July 19, 2013

HIGHVELD

SENIOR PROFESSIONAL NURSE(GENERAL WARD & ORTHOPAEDICS)Mediclinic Highveld is a 202-bed multidisciplinary private healthcare facility located inTrichardt, Mpumalanga, South Africa.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proof of registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse• At least 3 – 5 years’ experience as a Professional Nurse• Good leadership and organisational skills• Ability to promote excellence in patient care through mentoring and quality

management• Ability to handle conflict effectively with good interpersonal skills• A positive attitude towards training of students and self-development• Disposition towards quality and excellent patient care• Ability to function effectively under pressure• Assertiveness• Good communication skills in English and Afrikaans• Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and night duty, when required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Normal nursing duties, as required• In charge of ward in the absence of the Unit Manager• In charge of hospital after hours, when necessary• Assistance with the supervision and coordination of personnel in the ward• Involvement in the day-to-day administration of the Unit• In-service training• Safe and excellent patient care• Management of stock and equipment• Client satisfaction• Accurate record-keeping• Liaison between patients, doctors and ward personnel.

ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ARE TO BE INCLUDED INAPPLICATIONS:

1. Are you registered with the SANC as a Professional Nurse?2. Do you have at least 3 – 5 years’ experience as a Professional Nurse?3. If you do NOT reside in the area, are you willing to relocate?4.What is your SANC registration number?

APPLICATIONS CAN BE MADE:

On-line at http://careers.mediclinic.com or, alternatively, off-line on an officialapplication form to be obtained from any Mediclinic or from the Mediclinic CareerCentre on tel. 021 943 6111. Completed forms must be faxed to 086 681 1436 or086 682 9863 or 086 681 2078.

Kindly quote the relevant reference number on your application. Job-related queriesmay be directed to Sarita Lubbe on 017 638 8310.

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be givenin accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa.

On-line Closing Date: 24 July 2013

Off-line Closing Date: 22 July 2013

Reference number: HV/SPN/GEN/JUL13

113478

Underground Artisans:RIGGERSFITTERS BOILERMAKERSDIESEL MECHANICSMILLWRIGHTSELECTRICIANSMINERS

MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATES:

Fax CV to: 086 665 5150Attention: Georg

ROVING SPECIALISED MAINTENANCE SERVICES

VACANCIES

STAFF URGENTLY REQUIRED

The following categories of staff urgently required:

NOTICE OF BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED ISO-OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3 GS-188)


The Sasol Olefins and Surfactants (O&S) business unit has identified an opportunity to isolate, export and sell Iso-octanol as a higher value commodity.The purpose of the Iso-octanol long term phase 2 project is to convert the aldehydes in the existing iso-alcohols stream by hydrogenation to its corresponding alcohols to achieve the desired product specification for the Iso-octanol product. Hydrogenation refers to a chemical reaction between molecular hydrogen (H2) and another compound or element, usually in the presence of a catalyst. A distillation column will be installed for separation to achieve the final product specifications. In addition, a storage tank, heat exchangers and pumps to enable storage and loading of the final Iso-octanol product will be installed in the 1-Octene Train III tank farm area.



Royal HaskoningDHV (RHDHV) is the appointed independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP), to undertake the required Basic Assessment and Public Participation (PP) process for the project. To register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) and to obtain details about the project, please submit your name, contact information and interest in the project to:

Phyllis KaleleRoyal HaskoningDHV PO Box 25302 Tel: 012 367 5800Monument Park, 0105 Fax: 012 367 5878Pretoria Email: [email protected]

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APPENDIX C4

BACKGROUND INFORMATION DOCUMENT AND LETTER TO I&APs

July 2013 Dear Interested and Affected Party (I&AP),

RE: BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED ISO-OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3 GS-188) Notice is hereby given in terms of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (No 107 of 1998) as amended, and the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations (2010) that Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd has submitted an application for Environmental Authorisation (EA) to the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET).

The Sasol Olefins and Surfactants (O&S) business unit has identified an opportunity to isolate, export and sell Iso-octanol as a higher value

commodity.The purpose of the Iso-octanol long term phase 2 project is to convert the aldehydes in the existing iso-alcohols stream by

hydrogenation to its corresponding alcohols to achieve the desired product specification for the Iso-octanol product. Hydrogenation refers to a

chemical reaction between molecular hydrogen (H2) and another compound or element, usually in the presence of a catalyst. A distillation

column will be installed for separation to achieve the final product specifications. In addition, a storage tank, heat exchangers and pumps to

enable storage and loading of final Iso-octanol product will be installed in the 1-Octene Train III tank farm area.



Royal HaskoningDHV (RHDHV) is the appointed independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP), to undertake the required Basic

Assessment and Public Participation (PP) process for the project. To register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) and to obtain details

about the project, please submit your name, contact information and interest in the project to:

Phyllis Kalele Royal HaskoningDHV PO Box 25302 Monument Park, 0105 Pretoria Tel: 012 367 5800 Fax: 012 367 5878 Email: [email protected]


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrogen

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1. WHAT DOES THIS DOCUMENT TELL YOU? This document aims to provide you, as an Interested and/or Affected Party (I&AP), with background information as well as the required environmental studies to be undertaken regarding the application for Environmental Authorisation (EA) that was submitted to the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET) for the proposed Iso-octanol long term phase 2 project, in Secunda, Govan Mbeki Local Municipality, Mpumalanga. In order for the project to commence, an EA must be obtained in terms of the National Environmental Management Act (No 107 of 1998) as amended, and the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations (2010).

It further indicates how you can become involved in the project, receive information, or raise issues which may concern and/or interest you. The sharing of information forms the basis of the Public Participation process and offers you the opportunity to become actively involved in the project from the outset. Input from I&APs ensures that all potential environmental issues are considered within the study. 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Sasol Olefins and Surfactants (O&S) business unit has identified an opportunity to isolate, export and sell Iso-octanol as a higher value commodity. The purpose of the Iso-octanol long term phase 2 project is to convert the aldehydes in the existing iso-alcohols stream by hydrogenation to its corresponding alcohols to achieve the desired product specification for the Iso-octanol product. Hydrogenation refers to a chemical reaction between molecular hydrogen (H2) and another compound or element, usually in the presence of a catalyst. 1A distillation column will be installed for separation to achieve the final product specifications. In addition, a storage tank, heat exchangers and pumps to enable storage and loading of final Iso-octanol product will be installed in the 1-Octene Train III tank farm area. 2.1 Location of the Proposed Iso-octanol Long Term Phase 2 Project The site of the proposed project is located in the existing 1-Octene Train III plant area in the existing Synfuels Primary Area, at the Sasol Industrial Complex in Secunda. Refer to the locality map attached at the end of this document. 2.2 Alternatives for the Proposed Development An alternative is defined as a different means of meeting the general purposes and requirements of the proposed activity. For this project, the following alternatives have been proposed for the production of iso-octanol:

Table 1: Alternatives

Alternative Description

Water removal before entering the new Hydrogenation reactor

(Please note that the exact pressures and temperatures may change once an optimisation study is done). The 304VL-1401 column overhead stream from Octene Train III is fed to a new water removal column to separate water from iso-octanol. After water removal this stream is pressurised to 52 barg and cooled to 115°C. This feed stream is then mixed with the recycled hydrogenation reactor product to reduce the aldehyde concentration to a maximum of 8 wt% before entering the new hydrogenation reactor. Excess high pressure hydrogen is co-currently fed from the top of the hydrogenation reactor along with the iso-alcohol rich stream. The primary reaction in the new hydrogenation reactor is aldehyde conversion to alcohols. The hot reactor product stream is cooled to 40 °C. A portion of this stream is

1 Wikipedia, 2013

BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED ISO-OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA

MDEDET REF NO: 17/2/3 GS-188

BACKGROUND INFORMATION DOCUMENT

JULY 2013

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Alternative Description

recycled with the fresh feed stream back to the hydrogenation reactor to control exotherms (a compound that gives off heat during its formation and absorbs heat during its decomposition - http://www.thefreedictionary.com) in the reactor. The cooled product stream is sent to a new degassing drum to remove hydrogen and other vapours present in the reactor product. The hydrogen-rich vapour is sent to the existing Octene Train III flare. The degassed iso-octanol product is passed through a filter to remove any catalyst fines present. Thereafter, the product will be stored in a new tank in Octene Train III tank farm before being transported via road tankers to Durban for international export. A purge gas stream exiting the reactor removes excess hydrogen and other inerts that are present in the hydrogen feed. This stream is routed to the flare system of 1-Octene Train III.

Water removal after entering the new Hydrogenation reactor

(Please note that the exact pressures and temperatures may change once an optimisation study is done). The overhead stream of the 304VL-1401 column in Octene Train III is pressurised to 52 barg and preheated to 115°C before being fed to the new hydrogenation reactor. This stream is diluted with the bottoms stream of the new water removal column to achieve the desired feed operating conditions and a maximum aldehyde feed concentration of 8 wt%. Excess high pressure hydrogen is co-currently fed from the top of the hydrogenation reactor along with the iso-alcohol stream. The primary reaction in the new hydrogenation reactor is aldehyde conversion to alcohols. The reactor product stream is routed to a new water removal column. This column will remove water and light hydrocarbons and hydrogen from the iso-octanol product. The bottoms streams of the water removal column is recycled back to the reactor feed to control the reactor feed conditions. The remaining portion of this stream is cooled. A portion of this cooled stream is recycled with the fresh reactor feed stream to the hydrogenation reactor to control exotherms in the reactor. The remaining cooled product stream passes through a filter to remove any catalyst residue (fines) present. Thereafter, the product will be stored in a new tank in Octene Train III tank farm before being transported via road tankers to Durban for international export.

3. ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES In order to obtain the necessary environmental approval from the MDEDET (competent authority), a Basic Assessment (BA) study will be undertaken in terms of Government Notice No. R. 543 and R544 of the EIA Regulations (2010). A BA is an effective planning and decision-making tool, which allows for the identification of potential environmental consequences of a proposed project, and its management through the planning process. The following activities are triggered:

Legislation Government Notice Listed Activities

EIA Regulations (2010)

R.544 13, 42, 48

The draft Basic Assessment Report (BAR) will be made available for public review and comment in due course, for a period of 40 calendar days. Registered I&APs will be notified of the availability of the report. Following the public comment period, the draft BAR will be finalised and submitted to the MDEDET for review and decision making together with all comments received from I&APs during this period. 4. WHAT IS YOUR ROLE?

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If you consider yourself an I&AP for the proposed project, we encourage you to make use of the opportunities created by the Public Participation process to become involved in the process and raise issues and concerns which affect and/or interest you, and about which you require more information. By completing and submitting the accompanying registration form, we will ensure that you are registered as an I&AP for the project, and that your concerns or queries regarding the project will be noted. We will also ensure that you are provided with future information pertaining to the project as well as the availability of the draft and final reports for comment. 6. COMMENTS AND QUERIES

Please direct all comments, queries or issues to: Phyllis Kalele Royal HaskoningDHV PO Box 25302 Monument Park 0105, Pretoria �: 012 367 5916 �: 012 367 5878 �: [email protected]

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APPENDIX A LOCALITY MAP

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1. LE NCWADI IKUTSHELANI? Le ncwadi ihlose ukunikeza wena, njengoMuntu Othanda Ukubamba Iqhaza Nothintekile (I&AP), ulwazi oluyisendlalelo kanye nocwaningo lwezemvelo oludingekayo oluzokwenziwa mayelana nesicelo seSigunyazo Sezemvelo (EA) esahanjiswa eMnyangweni Wezokuthuthukiswa Komnotho, Ezemvelo Nezokuvakasha Wase-Mpumalanga (MDEDET) sephrojekthi ehlongozwayo ye-Iso-octanol isigaba 2 ezothatha isikhathi eside, e-Secunda, , kuMasipala Wendawo Wase-Govan Mbeki, e-Mpumalanga. Ukuze iqale le phrojekthi, kudingeka kutholakale i-EA ngokuvumelana noMthetho Wokulawula Ezemvelo Kuzwelonke (No 107 ka-1998) njengoba uchitshiyelwe, kanye neMithetho Yokuhlaziywa Kwezemvelo (EIA)(2010). Iphinde ikhombise ukuthi wena ungabandakanyeka kanjani kule phrojekthi, uthole ulwazi, noma uphakamise izinto ezingase zikukhathaze kanye/noma zikwenze ube nesasasa. Ukucobelelana ngolwazi kwakha isisekelo senqubo Yokubamba Iqhaza Komphakathi futhi kukunikeza ithuba lokuba neqhaza kule projekthi kusukela ekuqaleni. Izimvo ezivela kuma-I&AP ziqinisekisa ukuthi zonke izindaba ezingase zithinte imvelo ziyacatshangelwa lapho kwenziwa ucwaningo. 2. INCAZELO YEPHROJEKTHI Uphiko lwebhizinisi lwe-Sasol Olefins and Surfactants (O&S) luye lwahlonza ithuba lokuhlukanisa, ukuthumela emazweni angaphandle nokuthengisa i-Iso-octanol njengomkhiqizo wenani eliphezulu. Injongo yephrojekthi ye-Iso-octanol isigaba 2 ezothatha isikhathi eside ukuguqulela ama-aldehyde asemzileni wama-iso-alcohol nge-hydrogenation kuma-alcohol ahambisana nawo ukuze kufinyelelwe umkhiqizo ofunekayo kumkhiqizo we-Iso-octanol. I-hydrogenation ibhekisela ekuxubaneni kwamakhemikhali phakathi kwe-hydrogen yamamolekhuli (H2) kanye nenye ikhampawundi noma i-elementi, ngokuvamile uma kukhona i-catalyst. Kuzofakwa ikholomu yokucwenga ukuze ukuhlukanisa kufinyelele imikhiqizo yokugcina ngendlela efuneka ngayo. Ngaphezu kwalokho, ithangi lokugcina izinto, izinto ezidlulisa ukushisa kanye namaphampu azokwenza kukwazeke ukugcina nokulayisha umkhiqizo wokugcina we-Iso-octanol, kuzofakwa ethangini elisepulazini i-1-Octene Train III. 2.1 Indawo yePhrojekthi Ehlongozwayo Ye-Iso-octanol Isigaba 2 Ezothatha Isikhathi Eside Isayithi yale phrojekthi ehlongozwayo isendaweni yeplanti i-1-Octene Train III ekhona manje ku-Synfuels Primary Area ekhona manje, e-Sasol Industrial Complex e-Secunda. Bheka ibalazwe lendawo elinanyathiselwe ekugcineni kwale ncwajana. 2.2 Ezinye izindlela zalokho Okuhlongozwa Ukwenziwa Enye indlela ichazwa ngokuthi indlela ehlukile yokuhlangabezana nezinjongo nezimfuneko ezivamile zomsebenzi ohlongozwayo. Kule phrojekthi, kuye kwahlongozwa lezi zindlela ezilandelayo ukuze kukhiqizwe i-iso-octanol:

Ithebula 1: Ezinye Izindlela

Enye Indlela Incazelo

Ukukhishwa kwamanzi ngaphambi kokuba angene ku-Hydrogenation reactor entsha

(Sicela niphawule ukuthi umfutho oqondile kanye nezinga lokushisa kungase kushintshe uma sekwenziwe ucwaningo lokukwenza ngendlela engcono kakhulu). Ikholomu yomzila ongaphezulu i-304VL-1401 evela ku-Octene Train III iphakelwa kwikholomu entsha yokukhipha amanzi ukuze kuhlukaniswe amanzi ne-iso-octanol. Ngemva kokukhishwa kwamanzi lo mzila ufakwa umfutho ongu-52 barg bese upholiswa ube u-115°C. Lo mzila ophakelayo ube usuxutshwa nomkhiqizo we-hydrogenation reactor osusebenzile ukuze kuncishiswe ukujiya kwe-aldehyde kungadluli ku-8 wt% ngaphambi kokuba kungene ku-hydrogenation reactor entsha. I-hydrogen enomfutho ophezulu esele ifakwa phezu kwe-hydrogenation reactor kanye kanye nomzila one-iso-alcohol eningi. Ukuxubana okuyinhloko ku-hydrogenation reactor entsha ukushintsha kwe-aldehyde ibe ama-alcohol.

UKUHLAZIYWA OKUYISISEKELO KWEPHROJEKTHI EHLONGOZWAYO YE-ISO-OCTANOL ISIGABA 2 EZOTHATHA ISIKHATHI ESIDE E-SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX E-SECUNDA, E-MPUMALANGA

MDEDET REF. NO.: MDEDET REF: 17/2/3 GS-188

INCWADI YOLWAZI OLUYISENDLALELO

JULAYI 2013

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Enye Indlela Incazelo

Umzila womkhiqizo we-reactor oshisayo uyapholiswa ube u-40°C. Ingxenye ethile yalo mzila ibuye isetshenziswe emzileni ophakela okusha obuyela ku-hydrogenation reactor ukuze kulawulwe ama-exotherm (ikhampawundi ekhipha ukushisa ngesikhathi yakheka futhi imunce ukushisa ngesikhathi iphela – http://www.thefreedictionary.com) ku-reactor. Lo mzila wokhiqizo opholisiwe uthunyelwa edilamini elisha lokukhipha igesi ukuze kukhishwe i-hydrogen nomunye umhwamuko okhona emkhiqizweni we-reactor. Lo mswakamo one-hydrogen eningi uthunyelwa elangabili le-Octene Train III ekhona. Umkhiqizo we-iso-octanol okhishwe igesi udluliswa esisefweni ukuze kukhishwe noma iyiphi inzika ye-catalyst ekhona. Ngemva kwalokho, lo mkhiqizo uzogcinwa ethangini elisha epulazini lamathangi i-Octene Train III ngaphambi kokuba uthuthwe ngamaloli angamathangi uye eThekwini lapho uzothunyelwa khona kwamanye amazwe. Umzila wegesi embi ephuma ku-reactor ukhipha i-hydrogen esele kanye nezinye izinto ezingenamsebenzi ezikhona lapho kuphakelwa khona i-hydrogen. Lo mzila ushoniswa elangabini eliku-1-Octene Train III.

Ukukhishwa kwamanzi ngemva kokuba esengene ku-Hydrogenation reactor entsha

(Sicela niphawule ukuthi umfutho oqondile kanye nezinga lokushisa kungase kushintshe uma sekwenziwe ucwaningo lokukwenza ngendlela engcono kakhulu). Ikholomu yomzila ongaphezulu i-304VL-1401 ku-Octene Train III ifakwa umfutho ongu-52 barg bese ishisiswa ibe u-115°C ngaphambi kokuba iphakelwe ku-hydrogenation reactor entsha. Lo mzila uxutshwa nomzila ophansi wekholomu entsha yokukhipha amanzi ukuze kufinyelelwe izimo zokusebenza zesiphakeli ezifunekayo kanye nokujiya kwe-aldehyde okuphezulu esiphakelini okungu-8 wt%. I-hydrogen esele enomfutho ophezulu ifakwa phezulu ku-hydrogenation reactor kanye kanye nomzila we-iso-alcohol. Ukuxubana okuyinhloko ku-hydrogenation reactor entsha kuba ukushintsha kwe-aldehyde ibe ama-alcohol. Umzila womkhiqizo we-reactor uyiswa kwikholomu entsha yokukhipha amanzi. Le kholomu izokhipha amanzi nama-hydrocarbon alula kanye ne-hydrogen emkhiqizweni we-iso-octanol. Imizila ephansi yekholomu ekhipha amanzi ibuyiselwa esiphakelini se-reactor ukuze ilawule izimo zesiphakeli se-reactor. Ingxenye esele yalo mzila iyapholiswa. Ingxenye yalo mzila opholisiwe ibuyiselwa kanye nomzila ophakela okusha ku-reactor iye ku-hydrogenation reactor ukuze ilawule ama-exotherm ku-reactor. Umzila osele womkhiqizo osupholile udlula esisefweni ususe noma iyiphi inzika ye-catalyst ekhona. Ngemva kwalokho, lo mkhiqizo uzogcinwa ethangini elisha epulazini lamathangi i-Octene Train III ngaphambi kokuba uthuthwe ngamaloli angamathangi uye eThekwini lapho uzothunyelwa khona kwamanye amazwe.

3. UCWANINGO LWEZEMVELO Ukuze kutholakale imvume edingekayo yezemvelo ku-MDEDET (igunya elifanele), kuzokwenziwa ucwaningo Lokuhlaziywa Okuyisisekelo (BA) ngokuvumelana neSaziso SikaHulumeni No. R.543 no-R.544 weZiqondiso Ze-EIA (2010). I-BA ithuluzi lokuhlela okuphumelelayo nokwenza izinqumo, elivumela ukuba kuhlonzwe imiphumela engase ibe khona kwezemvelo ngenxa yephrojekthi ehlongozwayo, nokulawulwa kwayo ngenqubo yokuhlela. Kuvuswa le misebenzi elandelayo:

Umthetho Isaziso SikaHulumeni Imisebenzi Esohlwini

Iziqondiso Ze-EIA (2010)

R.544 13, 42, 48

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Uhlaka loMbiko Wokuhlaziywa Okuyisisekelo (BAR) luzokwenziwa lutholakale ukuze lubuyekezwe umphakathi futhi uphawule ngesikhathi esifanele, inkathi eyizinsuku ezingu-40 zekhalenda. Ama-I&AP abhalisile azokwaziswa ngokutholakala kwalo mbiko. Ngemva kwenkathi yokuphawula komphakathi, uhlaka loMbiko Wokuhlaziywa Okuyisisekelo (BAR) luzophothulwa bese luyiswa ku-MDEDET ukuze lubuyekezwe futhi kwenziwe isinqumo kuhlanganise nakho konke ukuphawula okutholwe kuma-I&AP phakathi nale nkathi. 4. IYINI INDIMA YAKHO? Uma uzibheka njenge-I&AP yale phrojekthi ehlongozwayo, sikukhuthaza ukuba usebenzise amathuba avulwe inqubo yoKubamba Iqhaza Komphakathi ukuze ubandakanyeke kule nqubo futhi uphakamise izinkinga nezinto ezikhathazayo ezikuthintayo kanye/noma ezenza ube nesasasa, kanye nalezo odinga ulwazi olwengeziwe kuzo. Ngokugcwalisa bese uhambisa ifomu lokubhalisa elihambisana nale ncwadi, siyoqinisekisa ukuthi uyabhaliswa njenge-I&AP yale phrojekthi, nokuthi izinto ezikukhathazayo noma imibuzo mayelana nale phrojekthi iyaphawulwa. Siyoqinisekisa futhi nokuthi unikezwa ulwazi esikhathini esizayo olumayelana nale phrojekthi kanye nokutholakala kohlaka nemibiko yokugcina yokuphawula. 5. UKUPHAWULA NEZINKINGA

Sicela nithumela konke ukuphawula noma izinkinga lapha: Phyllis Kalele Royal HaskoningDHV P.O. Box 25302 Monument Park 0105, Pretoria �: 012 367 5916 �: 012 367 5878 �: [email protected]

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ISENEZELO A IBALAZWE LENDAWO

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1. WAARVAN LIG HIERDIE DOKUMENT U IN? Hierdie dokument poog om u, as ’n Belangstellende en/of Geaffekteerde Party (B&GP), te voorsien van agtergrondinligting en die nodige omgewingstudies wat onderneem moet word betreffende die aansoek om Omgewingsmagtiging (OM) wat by die Mpumalanga Departement van Ekonomiese Ontwikkeling, Omgewingsake en Toerisme (MDEDET) ingedien is vir die voorgestelde Iso-oktanol langtermyn fase 2 projek te Secunda, Govan Mbeki Plaaslike Munisipaliteit, Mpumalanga. Vir die projek om ’n aanvang te neem, moet ’n OM ingevolge die Nasionale Wet op Omgewingsbestuur (Wet 107 van 1998) (soos gewysig) en die Regulasies op Omgewingsimpakevaluerings (OIE-regulasies) (2010) bekom word. Voorts dui dit aan hoe u by die projek betrokke kan raak, inligting kan ontvang of vraagstukke kan opper wat u dalk kan raak en/of wat vir u van belang kan wees. Die deel van inligting vorm die grondslag van die Openbare Deelnameproses en bied u die geleentheid om uit die staanspoor aktief by die projek betrokke te raak. Insette van B&GP’s verseker dat oorweging tydens die studie aan alle potensiële omgewingsvraagstukke geskenk word. 2. PROJEKBESKRYWING Die Sasol Olefiene en Surfaktante (O&S) sake-eenheid het ’n geleentheid geïdentifiseer om Iso-oktanol as ’n hoër waarde kommoditeit te isoleer, uit te voer en te verkoop. Die doel van die Iso-oktanol langtermyn fase 2 projek is om die aldehiede in die bestaande iso-alkohole-stroom deur hidrogenering om te skakel in sy ooreenstemmende alkohole om die gewenste produkspesifikasie vir die Iso-oktanolproduk te bereik. Hidrogenering verwys na ’n chemiese reaksie tussen molekulêre waterstof (H2) en ’n ander verbinding of element, gewoonlik in die teenwoordigheid van ’n katalisator. ’n Distilleringskolom sal geïnstalleer word vir skeiding ten einde die finale produkspesifikasies te bereik. Daarbenewens sal ’n opgaartenk, warmteruilers en pompe in die 1-Okteenreeks III tenkplaasgebied geïnstalleer word om die berging en laai van die finale Iso-oktanolproduk moontlik te maak. 2.1 Ligging van die Voorgestelde Iso-oktanol Langtermyn Fase 2 Projek Die terrein van die voorgestelde projek is in die bestaande 1-Okteenreeks III aanleggebied in die bestaande Synfuels Primêre Gebied by die Sasol Nywerheidskompleks te Secunda. Sien asseblief die aangehegte liggingskaart onderaan hierdie dokument. 2.2 Alternatiewe vir die Voorgestelde Ontwikkeling ’n Alternatief word omskryf as ’n ander manier om die algemene doeleindes en vereistes van die voorgestelde aktiwiteit te verwesenlik. Vir hierdie projek word die volgende alternatiewe vir die produksie van Iso-oktanol aan die hand gedoen:

Tabel 1: Alternatiewe

Alternatief Beskrywing

Waterverwydering vóór die nuwe Hidrogeneringsreaktor binnegegaan word

(Let asseblief daarop dat die presiese drukke en temperature kan verander wanneer ’n optimaliseringstudie gedoen is.) Die 304VL-1401 kolom oorhoofse stroom vanaf Okteenreeks III word in ’n nuwe waterverwyderingskolom ingevoer om water van iso-oktanol te skei. Na waterverwydering word hierdie stroom na 52 bar. onder druk geplaas en verkoel tot 115°C. Hierdie voerstroom word dan gemeng met die herwonne produk van die hidrogeneringsreaktor om die aldehiedkonsentrasie af te bring na hoogstens 8 gewigs% voor dit die nuwe hidrogeneringsreaktor binnegaan. Oormatige hoëdruk waterstof word dan van die bokant van die hidrogeneringsreaktor samelopend met die iso-alkoholryke stroom ingevoer. Die primêre reaksie in die nuwe hidrogeneringsreaktor is die omskakeling van aldehied in alkohole.

BASIESE EVALUERING VIR DIE VOORGESTELDE ISO-OKTANOL LANGTERMYN FASE 2 PROJEK BY DIE SASOL NYWERHEIDSKOMPLEKS TE SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA

MDEDET VERW. NO.: MDEDET REF: 17/2/3 GS-188

AGTERGRONDINLIGTINGSDOKUMENT

JULIE 2013

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Die warmreaktor produkstroom word na 40°C afgekoel. ’n Deel van hierdie stroom word hersirkuleer met die vars voerstroom terug na die hidrogeneringsreaktor om eksoterme (’n verbinding wat warmte afgee tydens die vorming daarvan en warmte absorbeer tydens sy ontbinding – vertaal uit http://www.thefreedictionary.com) in die reaktor te beheer. Die verkoelde produkstroom word na ’n nuwe ontgasdrom gestuur om waterstof en ander dampe wat in die reaktorproduk teenwoordig is, te verwyder. Die waterstofryke damp word na die bestaande Okteenreeks III vlam gestuur. Die ontgasde iso-oktanolproduk gaan deur ’n filter om enige katalisator fynmiddels wat teenwoordig is, te verwyder. Daarna sal die produk in ’n nuwe tenk in die Okteenreeks III tenkplaas gestoor word alvorens dit met padtenkwaens na Durban vervoer word vir internasionale uitvoer. ’n Spoelgasstroom wat die reaktor verlaat, verwyder oormatige waterstof en ander trae gasse wat in die waterstofvoer teenwoordig is. Die stroom word belyn na die vlamstelsel van die 1-Okteenreeks III.

Waterverwydering ná die nuwe Hidrogeneringsreaktor binnegegaan is

(Let asseblief daarop dat die presiese drukke en temperature kan verander wanneer ’n optimaliseringstudie gedoen is.) Die oorhoofse stroom van die 304VL-1401 kolom in Okteenreeks III word onder druk van 52 bar. geplaas en vooraf verhit tot 115°C alvorens dit in die nuwe hidrogeneringsreaktor ingevoer word. Die stoom word verdun met die onderste stroom van die nuwe waterverwyderingskolom om die gewenste bedryfstoestande vir voering en ’n maksimum aldehiedvoerkonsentrasie van 8 gewigs% te bereik. Oormatige hoëdruk waterstof word dan van die bokant van die hidrogeneringsreaktor samelopend met die iso-alkoholstroom ingevoer. Die primêre reaksie in die nuwe hidrogeneringsreaktor is die omskakeling van aldehied in alkohole. Die reaktor produkstroom word na ’n nuwe waterverwyderingskolom herlei. Hierdie kolom sal water en ligte koolwaterstowwe, asook waterstof, uit die iso-oktanolproduk verwyder. Die onderste strome van die waterverwyderingskolom word na die reaktorvoer hersirkuleer om die reaktorvoertoestande te beheer. Die oorblywende gedeelte van hierdie stroom word verkoel. ’n Gedeelte van hierdie verkoelde stroom word hersirkuleer met die vars reaktorvoerstroom na die hidrogeneringsreaktor om eksoterme in die reaktor te beheer. Die oorblywende verkoelde produkstroom gaan deur ’n filter om enige katalisatorresidu (fynmiddels) daaruit te verwyder. Daarna sal die produk in ’n nuwe tenk in die Okteenreeks III tenkplaas gestoor word alvorens dit met padtenkwaens na Durban vervoer word vir internasionale uitvoer.

3. OMGEWINGSTUDIES Ten einde die nodige omgewingsmagtiging van die MDEDET (die bevoegde owerheid) te bekom, sal ’n Basiese Evalueringstudie (BE) ingevolge Staatskennisgewing R.543 en R.544 van die OIE-regulasies (2010) onderneem word. ’n BE is ’n doeltreffende beplannings- en besluitnemingswerktuig wat die identifisering van potensiële omgewingsgevolge van ’n voorgestelde projek, sowel as die bestuur daarvan deur die beplanningsproses, moontlik maak. Die projek gee aanleiding tot die volgende aktiwiteite:

Wetgewing Staatskennisgewing Gelyste Aktiwiteite

OIE-regulasies (2010)

R.544 13, 42, 48

Die konsep Basiese Evalueringsverslag (BEV) sal mettertyd vir ’n tydperk van 40 kalenderdae beskikbaar gestel word vir openbare oorsig en kommentaar. Geregistreerde B&GP’s sal in kennis gestel word van die beskikbaarheid van die verslag. Die

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konsep BEV sal na afloop van die openbare kommentaartydperk gefinaliseer en saam met alle kommentaar wat gedurende hierdie tydperk van B&GP’s ontvang is by die MDEDET ingedien word vir oorsig en besluitneming. 4. WAT IS U ROL? Indien u uself as ’n B&GP vir die voorgestelde projek ag, moedig ons u aan om gebruik te maak van die geleenthede wat deur die Openbare Deelnameproses geskep word om by die proses betrokke te raak en vraagstukke of knelpunte te opper wat u raak en/of waarin u belangstel en waaroor u meer inligting verlang. Deur die meegaande registrasievorm in te vul en in te dien, sal ons toesien dat u as ’n B&GP vir die projek geregistreer word en dat kennis geneem sal word van die knelpunte of navrae wat u betreffende die projek opper. Ons sal ook toesien dat u in die toekoms van inligting betreffende die projek, asook die beskikbaarheid van die konsep en finale verslae vir kommentaar, voorsien word. 5. KOMMENTAAR EN NAVRAE

Rig asseblief alle kommentaar, navrae of vraagstukke aan: Phyllis Kalele Royal HaskoningDHV Posbus 25302 Monumentpark 0105, Pretoria �: 012 367 5916 �: 012 367 5878 �: [email protected]

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BYLAAG A LIGGINGSKAART

APPENDIX C5

NEWSPAPER ADVERT – DRAFT BAR REVIEW

NOTICE OF A BASIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED ISO-OCTANOL LONG TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA (MDEDET REF: 17/2/3 GS-188) Notice is hereby given in terms of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (No 107 of 1998) as amended, and the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations (2010) that Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd has submitted an application for Environmental Authorisation (EA) to the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET). Sasol Olefins and Surfactants proposes the Iso-octanol long-term phase 2 project where aldehydes are converted in the existing Iso-alcohol stream (in Octene Train III) by hydrogenation to its corresponding alcohols to achieve the desired product specification for the Iso-octanol product. A new reactor and a new distillation column with its associated equipment will be installed for this purpose. The expected Iso-octanol production will range between 7 and 9 kt / annum. In addition, a storage tank with a capacity of approximately 400 m3 and a loading pump will be installed to enable storage and loading of the final Iso-octanol product. The new iso-octanol plant will be located within the existing Synfuels Primary Area. Consequently, Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd intends to undertake a Basic Assessment (BA) study and submit the final Basic Assessment Report (BAR) to MDEDET in support of the proposed project.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF THE DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR PUBLIC REVIEW All Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) are hereby notified that the draft Basic Assessment Report (BAR) will be available for public comment for forty (40) calendar days (excluding 16 December 2013 to 05 January 2014) from 13 November 2013 to 13 January 2014. The draft BAR will summarise key environmental issues identified to date and will be available at the following places: Secunda Municipal Library (Lourens Muller Street, Secunda) Embalenhle Municipal Library (Stand No 2107, Khama Street, Embalenhle) Sasol Technology Library (inside the Sasol Industrial Complex, Secunda) Offices of Royal HaskoningDHV (Fountain Square, 78 Kalkoen Street, Monument Park, Pretoria) Royal HaskoningDHV website (www.rhdhv.co.za/pages/services/environmental/current-projects.php)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING All I&APs are hereby invited to attend a public meeting to be held on Thursday, 05 December 2013. Attendance of the public meeting is encouraged, as the project team will be on-hand to provide you with further details regarding the project as well as to receive relevant information. Details of the public meeting are as follows:

Date: 05 December 2013 Location: Kruik Auditorium (corner of PDP Kruger Street and Nelson Mandela Avenue, Secunda) Time: 10h30 for 11h00 Should you wish to attend the public meeting, please RSVP as soon as possible to the contact person provided below. WHO SHOULD YOU CONTACT? The consultants at Royal HaskoningDHV (RHDHV) have been appointed as independent Environmental Assessment Practitioners (EAPs), to undertake the required Basic Assessment and Public Participation (PP) process for the project. To register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP) and to obtain details about the project, please submit your name, contact information and interest in the project to: Phyllis Kalele Royal HaskoningDHV PO Box 25302 Monument Park, 0105 Pretoria Tel: 012 367 5800 Fax: 012 367 5878 Email: [email protected]

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APPENDIX C6

I&AP REGISTRATION FORMS

APPENDIX D

DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE PROPOSED ISO-OCTANOL LONG-TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT THE SASOL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA

Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd MDEDET REF: 17/2/3 GS-188

November 2013

DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION Client: Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd Project Name: Draft Environmental Management Programme for the Proposed Iso-octanol Long-term Phase 2 Project at the Sasol Industrial Complex in Secunda, Mpumalanga Royal HaskoningDHV Reference Number: E02.PTA.000401 Authority Reference: MDEDET Ref: 17/2/3 GS-188 Compiled by: Phyllis Kalele Date: September 2013 Location: Pretoria Reviewed by: Prashika Reddy Approved by: Prashika Reddy

_____________________________ Signature © Royal HaskoningDHV All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the written permission from Royal HaskoningDHV.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION 2 1.1 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION 2 1.2 STRUCTURE OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME 2 1.3 OBJECTIVES OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME 3 1.4 THE EMPR AS A “LIVE” DOCUMENT 4 1.4.1 PLAN 4 1.4.2 DO 4 1.4.3 CHECK 4 1.4.4 ACT 5 1.5 DETAILS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PRACTITIONER (EAP) 5

2 MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PROCEDURES 6 2.1 ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE AND RESPONSIBILITY 6 2.2 ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS PLAN 7 2.3 MONITORING 8 2.4 REPORTING PROCEDURES 8 2.4.1 DOCUMENTATION 8 2.4.2 REPORTING 8

3 ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES, STANDARDS AND PERMITS 9 3.1 LEGAL SUMMARY 9 3.2 OTHER RELEVANT ACTS AND GUIDELINES 10

4 CONSTRUCTION PHASE 11

5 PRE-COMMISSIONING 15

6 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE 17

7 DECOMMISSIONING PHASE 20 7.1 GENERAL PRINCIPLES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT DURING DECOMMISSIONING 20

LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE 1: DIFFERENT PHASES OF THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE 3

FIGURE 2: DEMING CYCLE OF CONTINUING IMPROVEMENT 4

ACRONYMS

BAR Basic Assessment Report

DEA Department of Environmental Affairs

EA Environmental Authorisation

EAP Environmental Assessment Practitioner

EIA Environmental Impact Assessment

EMPr Environmental Management Programme

GMLM Govan Mbeki Local Municipality

GSDM Gert Sibande District Municipality

LIDP Local Integrated Development Plan

MDEDET Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

NEMA National Environmental Management Act

QMS Quality Management System

RHDHV Royal HaskoningDHV

SBU Sasol Business Unit

GLOSSARY OF TERMS ACCIDENT:

An unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, consequently causing damage to property or injury to persons1

BUILDING AND DEMOLITION WASTE:

Building and demolition waste means waste, excluding hazardous waste, produced during the construction, alteration, repair or demolition of any structure, and includes rubble, earth, rock and wood displaced during that construction, alteration, repair or demolition.

CONTRACTOR:

Any provider of services, goods or people to Sasol sites, directly or indirectly, and includes: contractors, sub-contractors, sub-sub contractors, hired labour agency, suppliers, event contractors, consultants and contractors as traditionally defined.

DEGRADATION

The lowering of the quality of the environment through human activities e.g. river degradation, soil degradation.

DOMESTIC WASTE:

Domestic waste means waste, excluding hazardous waste, that emanates from premises that are used wholly or mainly for residential, educational, health care, sport or recreation purposes.

EMERGENCY:

An undesired event that results in a significant environmental impact and requires the notification of the relevant statutory body such as a local or provincial authority.

ENVIRONMENT:

In terms of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) (No 107 of 1998) (as amended),

1 Oxford Dictionary (2013)

“Environment” means the surroundings within which humans exist and that are made up of:

i. the land, water and atmosphere of the earth;

ii. micro-organisms, plants and animal life;

iii. any part or combination of (i) of (ii) and the interrelationships among and between them; and

iv. the physical, chemical, aesthetic and cultural properties and conditions of the foregoing that influence human health and wellbeing.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL OFFICER:

An individual appointed through the Construction Contractor to be present on site to act on behalf of the Client in matters concerning the implementation and day to day monitoring of the EMPr and Environmental Authorisation conditions stipulated by the Authorities.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:

A change to the environment, whether adverse or beneficial, wholly or partially resulting from an organisation’s activities, products or services.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME:

A detailed plan of action prepared to ensure that recommendations for enhancing or ensuring positive environmental impacts and limiting or preventing negative environmental impacts are implemented during the life-cycle of the project.

GENERAL WASTE:

General waste means waste that does not pose an immediate hazard or threat to health or to the environment, and includes –

(a) domestic waste;

(b) building and demolition waste;

(c) business waste; and

(d) inert waste.

HAZARDOUS WASTE:

Hazardous waste means any waste that contains organic or inorganic elements or compounds that may, owing to the inherent physical, chemical or toxicological characteristics of that waste, have a detrimental impact on health and the environment.

IMPACT:

A description of the potential effect or consequence of an aspect of the development on a specified component of the biophysical, social or economic environment within a defined time and space.

INCIDENT:

An undesired event which may result in a significant environmental impact but can be managed through internal response.

MITIGATION:

Measures designed to avoid, reduce or remedy adverse impacts.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM:

The responsibility of the team is to ensure the implementation of the EMPr.

SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER:

The SHE officer is a Contractor representative, responsible for the safety, health and environmental aspects on the construction site.

WASTE:

Waste means any substance, whether or not that substance can be reduced, re-used, recycled and recovered –

(a) that is surplus, unwanted, rejected, discarded, abandoned or disposed of;

(b) which the generator has no further use of for the purposes of production;

(c) that must be treated or disposed of; or

(d) that is identified as a waste by the Minister by notice in the Gazette, and includes waste generated by the mining, medical or other sector, but—

(i) a by-product is not considered waste; and

(ii) any portion of waste, once re-used, recycled and recovered, ceases to be waste.

DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR THE PROPOSED ISO-OCTANOL LONG-TERM PHASE 2 PROJECT AT SASOL, SECUNDA, MPUMALANGA

E02.PTA.000401 Page 2 RHDHV

1 INTRODUCTION Sasol Synfuels (Pty) Ltd proposes the Iso-octanol long-term phase 2 project where aldehydes are converted in the existing Iso-alcohol stream by hydrogenation to its corresponding alcohols to achieve the desired product specification for the Iso-octanol product. A new distillation column will be installed for this purpose and the expected Iso-octanol production using distillation will range between 7.38 and 7.97 kt/annum. In addition, a storage tank with a capacity of approximately 374 m3 and loading pump will be installed to enable storage and loading of the final Iso-octanol product. The equipment will form part of the 1-Octene Train III plant located within the plant’s tank farm in the existing Synfuels Primary Area, at the Sasol Industrial Complex in Secunda (refer to Appendix A for the Locality map).

1.1 Applicable Documentation The following environmental documentation is applicable for the project, and will be read in conjunction with this EMPr:

Basic Assessment Report for the Proposed Iso-octanol Long-term Phase 2 project, Secunda, Mpumalanga Province.

Environmental Authorisation (EA) from the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (MDEDET) – once issued.

1.2 Structure of the Environmental Management Programme The EMPr provides proposed mitigation and management measures for the following phases of the project (refer to FIGURE 1).



FIGURE 1: DIFFERENT PHASES OF THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE

Relevant environmental legislation pertaining to the project is listed within Chapter 3. Sasol shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with the conditions by any person acting on their behalf, including but not limited to, an agent, contractor, sub-contractor, employee or person rendering a service to the holder of the authorisation. This EMPr is a dynamic document which will be updated as required on a continuous basis to ensure environmental best practices. Any amendments made, must be submitted to both the Sasol EIA specialist and Project Manager for approval. Amendments to the EMPr must be submitted to the MDEDET.

1.3 Objectives of the Environmental Management Programme The EMPr has the following objectives:

To outline functions and responsibilities of responsible persons. To state standards and guidelines, which are required to be achieved in terms of environmental legislation. To outline mitigation measures and environmental specifications which are required to be implemented for all

phases of the project in order to minimise the extent of environmental impacts, and to manage environmental impacts associated with the proposed project.

To prevent long-term or permanent environmental degradation.



1.4 The EMPr as a “live” Document The approach adopted for this EMPr is derived from the Deming Cycle (FIGURE 2), a cycle of continuous improvement that entails the reiterative actions of plan, do, check, act, and critically to then return to the planning phase.

FIGURE 2: DEMING CYCLE OF CONTINUING IMPROVEMENT

1.4.1 Plan

Project-specific planning for the proposed project involves consideration of the legal triggers, the specifics of the proposed development, and the nature of the receiving environment. This provides a starting point for targeted environmental management objectives. Environmental performance indicators are then determined with measurable targets prescribed to monitor the environmental performance of the project. Achieving the targets depends on compliance with this EMPr and the legislative requirements that underpin it.

1.4.2 Do

Throughout the development’s life-span, the developer and operator will be required to develop and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) – designed to ensure that best management practices are implemented in day-to-day management. Such a QMS should at least include the following information: Location and extent of associated infrastructure; Associated activities, such as the transportation of people and equipment; Resources and experience required (staffing); Materials and equipment to be used; Management actions; Human resources used; Construction-monitoring activities; Emergency / disaster incident and reaction procedures; and Rehabilitation procedures for the impacted environment.

1.4.3 Check

A system of assessing monitoring results has been developed to check the environmental management performance. Continuous assessment facilitates proactive management of the environmental issues. Mitigation



measures can then be successfully implemented on an ongoing basis to keep environmental indicators within their target thresholds. Moreover, the assessment system also enables the assessment of the efficacy of the EMPr. Regular auditing of environmental performance is prescribed to prove and preserve accountability.

1.4.4 Act

The assessments and monitoring of the results and findings of the regular audits must be documented within a reporting system. Precautionary mitigation measures and corrective actions will be prescribed and instructions will be given in order to implement these in the field. The findings of monitoring and auditing programmes can also be used to update the EMPr. Although the EMPr is a project-specific document, it is dynamic and should be updated regularly to address the changing circumstances of the scheme.

1.5 Details of the Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP) Consultant: Royal HaskoningDHV

Contact Person: Phyllis Kalele and Prashika Reddy

Postal Address PO Box 25302

Monument Park

0105

Telephone: (012) 367 5916 / 5973

Facsimile: (012) 367 5878

E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]

Expertise: Phyllis Kalele is a Senior Environmental Consultant with a MSc. Environment and Development. Ms. Kalele has experience in various facets of environmental management including conducting the Public Participation process; compiling Environmental Impact Reports and Environmental Management Programmes; conducting environmental awareness training; and conducting legal compliance audits. She is a registered Professional Natural Scientist (Pr Sci Nat 400456/11) with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP). Prashika Reddy is a Principal Associate (Pr Sci Nat 400133/10) with a BSc Honours in Geography. Ms Reddy has the necessary experience in various environmental fields including: environmental impact assessments, environmental management plans/programmes, public participation and environmental monitoring and auditing. Ms Reddy has extensive experience in compiling environmental reports (Screening, Scoping, EIA and Status Quo Reports). Ms Reddy is/has been part of numerous multi-faceted large–scale projects, including the establishment of linear developments (roads, and power lines); industrial plants; electricity generation plants and mining-related projects.

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2 MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PROCEDURES

2.1 Organisational Structure and Responsibility The Project Management Team will:

Ensure that the Contractor/s is aware of all specifications, legal constraints and Sasol standards ־and procedures pertaining to the project, specifically with regards to the environment.

Ensure that all stipulations within the EMPr are communicated and adhered to by Sasol and its ־Contractor(s).

Be fully conversant with the Basic Assessment study for the project, the conditions of the ־Environmental Authorisation (once issued), and all relevant environmental legislation.

The Sasol Technology EIA Specialist will: .Direct the implementation of the EMPr during design ־ Ensure that the requirements of the EMPr are communicated, understood and enforced by ־

personnel on site during construction and pre-commissioning. Ensure that the aspects/impacts in the EMPr which relates to operations are explained to the ־

business unit SH&E representatives. The SH&E representatives will incorporate requirements into either existing or new environmental management systems.

.Advise management on environmental issues ־

The Contractor (including sub-contractors) will be responsible for: .Complying with the environmental management specifications ־ Adhering to any instructions issued by the Project Manager on advice of the Sasol Technology ־

EIA Specialist. Keep record of all incidents that have occurred during construction period. This should be ־

available during audits. .Maintaining a public complaints register ־ .Conduct environmental training and awareness to employees ־ Arrange for all employees and those of subcontractors to receive training before the ־

commencement of construction in order that they are aware of the conditions of the environmental authorisation and the EMPr.

The Environmental Control Officer will: .Be fully conversant with the Basic Assessment study ־ .Be fully conversant with the conditions of the Environmental Authorisation ־ .Be fully conversant with the EMPr ־ Be fully conversant with all relevant environmental legislation and Sasol environmental policies ־

and procedures, and ensure compliance with them. Convey the contents of this document to the Contractor site staff and discuss the contents in ־

detail with the Project Manager and Contractor. Undertake regular and comprehensive inspection of the site in order to monitor compliance with the EMPr and Environmental Authorisation.

.Take appropriate action if the specifications contained in the EMPr are not followed ־ .Monitor and verify that environmental impacts are kept to a minimum, as far as possible ־ Review and approve construction methods (where it could result in environmental impacts) with ־

input from the Project Manager where necessary. .Ensure that activities on site comply with all relevant environmental legislation ־ Order the removal from the construction site of any person(s) and/or equipment in contravention ־

of the specifications of the EMPr.



Report any non-compliance or remedial measures that need to be applied to the appropriate ־environmental authorities, in line with the requirements of the Environmental Authorisation.

Adhering to any instructions issued by the Project Manager on advice of the Sasol Technology ־EIA Specialist.

Keep record of all incidents that have occurred during construction period. This should be ־available during audits.

.Maintaining a public complaints register ־ .Conduct environmental training and awareness to employees ־ Arrange for all employees and those of subcontractors to receive training before the ־

commencement of construction in order that they are aware of the conditions of the environmental authorisation and the EMPr.

2.2 Environmental Awareness Plan It is important to ensure that the Contractor has the appropriate level of environmental awareness and competence to ensure continued environmental due diligence and ongoing minimisation of environmental harm. To achieve effective environmental management, it is important that employees, contractors and sub-contractors are aware of their responsibilities in terms of the relevant environmental legislation and the contents of this EMPr. Training needs should be identified based on the available and existing capacity of site personnel (including the Contractors and Sub-contractors) to undertake the required EMPr management actions and monitoring activities. It is vital that all personnel are adequately trained to perform their designated tasks to an acceptable standard. The environmental awareness plan is aimed at:

promoting environmental awareness amongst all personnel on site; informing personnel of all environmental procedures, policies and programmes applicable; providing generic training on the implementation of environmental management specifications; and providing job-specific environmental training in order to understand the key environmental features of the

construction site and the surrounding environment. The environmental awareness training programme will include:

the induction of all construction and operation staff; signing by all persons, an acknowledgement of receiving and understanding the induction; identification of environmental risks and job specific training on addressing these risks; and training on the

implementation of emergency procedures (where necessary). Topics covered by the Environmental Awareness Programme should include:

What is meant by “Environment”? Why does the environment need to be protected and conserved? How can construction activities impact on the environment? What can be done to mitigate against such impacts? Awareness of emergency and spills response provisions.

Training can be done either in a written or verbal format but will be in an appropriate format for the receiving audience. The training must ensure that the contents and requirements of the EMPr are transferred to the audience. Where training has been done verbally, persons having received training must sign an attendance register (which must be properly filed). Training should be conducted monthly by the ECO and can also be dealt with weekly during the ‘Toolbox Talks’. In addition to training, general environmental awareness must be fostered among the project’s workforce to encourage the implementation of environmentally sound practices throughout its duration. This ensures that environmental accidents are minimised and environmental compliance maximized.



2.3 Monitoring A monitoring programme will be in place not only to ensure compliance with the EMPr through the contract/work instruction specifications, but also to monitor any environmental issues and impacts which have not been accounted for in the EMPr that are, or could result in significant environmental impacts for which corrective action is required. Sasol Synfuels will carry out the following:

Internal Audits (conducted by Sasol Technology EIA Specialist and Environmental Control Officer by means of site visits).

External Audits (conducted by Sasol Technology EIA Specialist and Environmental Management System Auditor), if necessary.

As part of the contract or work instruction, Sasol will stipulate the period and frequency of monitoring required. This will be determined from applicable permits and authorisations from authorities. The Project Manager will ensure that the monitoring is carried out.

2.4 Reporting Procedures

2.4.1 Documentation

The following documentation must be kept on site in order to record compliance with the EMPr:

Record of Complaints

Monitoring Results

Non-conformance Reports

Written Corrective Action Instructions

Notification of Emergencies and Incidents

2.4.2 Reporting

The above records will form an integral part of the Contractors’ Records. These records will be kept with the EMPr, and will be made available for scrutiny if so requested during audits.



3 ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES, STANDARDS AND PERMITS

3.1 Legal Summary The following is a summary of the environmental legislation applicable to the proposed project.

LEGISLATION SECTIONS RELATES TO

The Constitution

(No 108 of 1996)

Chapter 2 Bill of Rights.

Section 24 Environmental rights.

National Environmental Management Act

(No 107 of 1998) as amended])

Section 2 Defines the strategic environmental management goals and objectives of the government. Applies throughout the Republic to the actions of all organs of state that may significantly affect the environment.

Section 24 Provides for the prohibition, restriction and control of activities which are likely to have a detrimental effect on the environment.

Section 28 The developer has a general duty to care for the environment and to institute such measures as may be needed to demonstrate such care.

Environment Conservation Act (No 73 of 1989) and regulations

Sections 19 and 19A

Prevention of littering by employees and subcontractors during construction and the maintenance phases of the proposed project.

National Heritage Resources Act (No 25 of 1999) and regulations

Section 34

No person may alter or demolish any structure or part of a structure which is older than 60 years without a permit issued by the relevant provincial heritage resources authority.

Section 35

No person may, without a permit issued by the responsible heritage resources authority destroy, damage, excavate, alter, deface or otherwise disturb any archaeological or palaeontological site.

Section 36

No person may, without a permit issued by the South African Heritage Resource Agency (SAHRA) or a provincial heritage resources authority destroy, damage, alter, exhume, remove from its original position or otherwise disturb any grave or burial ground older than 60 years which is situated outside a formal cemetery administered by a local authority. “Grave” is widely defined in the Act to include the contents, headstone or other marker of such a place, and any other structure on or associated with such place.

Section 38

This section provides for Heritage Impact Assessments (HIAs), which are not already covered under the ECA. Where they are covered under the ECA the provincial heritage resources authorities must be notified of a proposed project and must be consulted during the HIA process. The Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) will be approved by the authorising body of the provincial directorate of environmental affairs, which is required to take the provincial heritage resources authorities’ comments into account prior to making a decision on the HIA.



LEGISLATION SECTIONS RELATES TO

National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act (No 39 of 2004)

Section 32 Control of dust.

Section 34 Control of noise.

Section 35 Control of offensive odours.

Occupational Health and Safety Act (No 85 of 1993)

Section 8 General duties of employers to their employees.

Section 9 General duties of employers and self employed persons to persons other than their employees.

National Water Act (No 36 of 1998) and regulations

Section 19 Prevention and remedying the effects of pollution.

Section 20 Control of emergency incidents.

Hazardous Substances Act (No 15 of 1973) and regulations

Provides for the definition, classification, use, operation, modification, disposal or dumping of hazardous substances.

National Environmental Management: Waste Act (No. 59 of 2008)

Provides for specific waste management measures and the remediation of contaminated land.

3.2 Other Relevant Acts and Guidelines All applicable environmental standards contained within the environmental legislation will be adhered to. At the time of compiling this draft EMPr, the following environmental guidelines, department policies, environmental management instruments were identified as being applicable:

OTHER RELEVANT ACTS, GUIDELINES, DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INSTRUMENTS

Hazardous Substance Act (No 15 of 1973) and Regulations

Gert Sibande District Municipality Spatial Development Framework (2009)

South African National Standard SANS 10103:2008 (The Measurement and Rating of Environmental Noise with Respect to Annoyance and Speech Communication)

National Noise Control Regulations (1998)

Sasol Safety, Health and Environmental Policy



4 CONSTRUCTION PHASE

ACTIVITY / ISSUE ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND CONTROLS

MONITORING AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS

RESPONSIBLE PERSON/S

1. Appointment of a contractor.

Sasol must ensure that this EMPr forms part of any contractual agreements with a contractor(s) and sub-contractors for the execution of the proposed project.

Project Manager

2. Environmental Awareness and Safety Training.

Tool Box Talks – The contractor is expected to have safety “tool box” talks. These talks shall be in accordance with the risks and trends associated with the project. Proof of these talks shall be kept on site.

The principal contractor will develop a specific emergency procedure and implement an emergency plan based on the Sasol Business Unit’s (SBU’s) guidelines for that site.

Contractor

3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

No person is allowed to enter the site without the SBU approved required PPE.

All contractors shall be trained on the correct use of PPE.

All contractors are required to keep an updated register of all PPE issued.

A contractor shall ensure action is taken against an employee who continuously fails to comply.

PPE minimum requirement notice boards shall be placed at all entrances.

Strict non-compliance measures must be administered to any employees not complying with the use of PPE.

Contractor

4. Dust Control (Sources: debris handling;

movement of construction

machinery).

There should be strict speed limits on site roads to prevent the liberation of dust into the atmosphere.

Dust must be suppressed on the construction site. Water used for this

If monitoring results or complaints indicate inadequate compliance with the EMPr, the source of the problem must be identified and existing procedures modified to ensure that

Contractor






purpose must be used in quantities that will not result in the generation of run-off.

Equipment used by the contractor must be maintained in good working order to prevent emission of fumes.

the problem is rectified.

5. Noise (Sources: construction vehicles / machinery, drilling).

Vehicles and equipment must be maintained in good working order.

Construction staff working in area where the 8-hour ambient noise levels exceed 85 dBA must have the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) e.g. ear protection equipment.

The contractor will respond timeously in the event of any complaints about disturbing noise. The noise source will be identified and appropriate noise mitigatory measures instituted in consultation with the affected party.

Contractor

Project Manager

6. Storage and Handling of Hazardous Substances (Examples: paint; oils;

thinners; cement).

The contractor must comply with all national, regional and local legislation with regard to the storage, transport, use and disposal of chemicals, harmful and hazardous substances and materials.

The contractor will be responsible for the training and education of all personnel on site on handling the material, its proper use, and disposal as well as spill response.

MSDS’s of chemicals must always be available.

Clear signage must be placed at all storage areas containing hazardous substances / materials.

Any hazardous waste from the clean up must be disposed of at a hazardous waste site. In the event of a spillage occurring, clean up must be done immediately to prevent widespread pollution.

Ensure that functioning spill kits are available on site to clean up spills and leaks.

Any accidental chemical / fuel spills must be cleaned up immediately.

Keep up to date MSDS records of chemicals in use.

Waste records must be kept available for review.

Implement appropriate actions and measures to reduce, stop or contain a spill of potentially hazardous substances (e.g. fuel or lubricating oil).

Implement appropriate actions and measures to reduce or prevent contamination of ground and surface water as a result of a spill of potentially hazardous substances.

Keep written records detailing the type of spill, the corrective and remedial measures implemented in the stopping or reduction, and the clean up of the spill. Such progress reporting is important for

Contractor






Lubricants, chemicals and other hazardous substances must be stored in a designated area that is well ventilated, with an impervious surface, bunded, covered, and able to contain 110% of the total volume of materials stored at any given time.

Refuelling of machinery must be done using a drip tray.

Ensure that only designated areas are used for the handling or storage of construction materials and fuels.

Equipment and vehicles should be regularly inspected in order to detect leaks as early as possible.

All diesel generators will be equipped with drip trays and the contractor should ensure that the generators are in good working condition.

Access must be strictly controlled and only authorised persons may enter.

Fire fighting equipment must be present at all storage facilities.

monitoring and auditing purposes and the written reports may afterwards be used for training purposes in an effort to prevent similar future occurrences.

Report the nature and extent of the spill to the Construction Safety Officer or Project Manager, as soon as reasonably possible, but within 24 hours.

The contractor and the Construction Safety Officer or Project Manager will ensure that preventative measures are implemented in order to prevent spills of potentially hazardous substances.

7. Waste Management (Sources: domestic waste, spent grinding material, mixed concrete, paint cans and brushes, building rubble).

General waste disposal bins will be made available for employees to use throughout the construction phase and littering should not be allowed.

Waste can be temporarily stored on site before being disposed of appropriately.

General waste e.g. packaging material and spent welding rods will be disposed of at an approved waste disposal facility.

Hazardous materials will be generated if there are spillages during construction and maintenance periods. This waste should be cleaned up using absorbent

Corrective actions are required to be undertaken immediately after a complaint is made or a non-conformance is identified.

Contractor

Project Manager






material provided in spill kits on site. Absorbent materials used to clean up

spillages should be disposed of in a separate hazardous waste bin.

Hazardous waste generated e.g. mixed concrete, paint cans and brushes, must be disposed of at a licensed hazardous waste disposal site. Records of waste disposed of must be kept.

The storage area for hazardous waste material must be concreted, bunded, covered, labelled and well ventilated.

Provide employees with appropriate PPE for handling hazardous materials.

The construction staff handling chemicals or hazardous materials must be trained in the use of the substances and the environmental, health and safety consequences of incidents.

The contractor must design appropriate emergency preparedness programmes (plans, schedules, procedures and methods) for addressing environmental accidents, incidents and events such as spills of fuel, lubricants; fires etc.

8. Employment. All labour (skilled and unskilled) and contractors should be sourced locally where possible.

Contractor

Project Manager



5 PRE-COMMISSIONING




1. Storage and handling of hazardous substances.

An inventory of all chemicals on site must be kept. MSDSs must always be available.

Access to the store must be controlled. Clear signage must be placed at all

storage areas containing hazardous substances / materials.

Ascertain that the workers understand the content of the products and the information on the MSDSs.

All chemicals must be stored in a designated area that is well ventilated, with an impervious surface, bunded, and covered.

Emergency plan and procedures must be put in place.

Ensure that used chemicals are disposed of at a permitted hazardous waste disposal site.

Any accidental chemical spills are to be cleared up immediately.

Keep up to date MSDS records of chemicals in use.

Implement appropriate actions and measures to reduce, stop or contain a spill of potentially hazardous substances (e.g. fuel or lubricating oil).

Implement appropriate actions and measures to reduce or prevent contamination of the ground and surface water as a result of a spill of potentially hazardous substances.

Keep written records detailing the type of spill, the corrective and remedial measures implemented in the stopping or reduction, and the clean-up of the spill. Report the nature and extent of the spill to the Construction Safety Officer or Project Manager, as soon as reasonably possible, but within 24 hours.

Project Manager

2. Wastewater (effluent handling) (Examples: water used for

Contaminated water should be directed into the correct disposal system and none should go into the stormwater

Corrective actions are required to be undertaken immediately a non-conformance is identified.

Project Manager






cleaning/flushing of plant equipment; hydraulic testing; circulation; leak testing).

system. Wastewater must not be allowed to come

into direct contact with exposed soils or run across the plant site.

Machinery may not be washed on site. All wastewater must be collected and disposed of in a correct and environmentally suitable manner.

3. Venting of Equipment Venting of equipment must be minimized to prevent the risk of fire, air and noise pollution.

Venting activities should comply with Sasol standards and should be conducted by properly trained personnel.

Project Manager



6 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE




1. Cleaning of Equipment Chemicals must be disposed of correctly at a permitted site.

Contaminated water should be routed to the correct drainage system.

Cleaning of equipment should be done in a designated bunded area to prevent eventual soil and water pollution.

The chemicals used for cleaning must be disposed of correctly. MSDSs of the chemicals should always be available.

Emergency plan and procedures should be in place.

All workers should be trained on the proper procedure for disposal of the contaminated water.

A qualified waste disposal company should be contracted to contaminated waste which may be hazardous.

Operations Manager

2. Water/effluent handling (Sources: routing of wastewater from the reactor and cleaning vessels and draining of vessels during shutdowns).

Correct disposal of effluent must be ensured.

Any spill should be cleaned up immediately and disposed off at a designated site.

All workers should be trained on the correct cleaning and draining procedures in order to avoid spillages.

All workers should wear appropriate PPE.

Equipment must be managed properly in accordance with Sasol standards and manufacturer’s specifications.

Emergency plan and procedures should be in place in the event of spillage.

Functioning spill kits must be easily accessible.

Any spill should be cleaned up immediately and contaminated materials should be disposed off at a designated site.

Operations Manager

3. Waste management: – i.e. hazardous and general wastes generated during operational and maintenance activities e.g. servicing of equipment.

Equipment that has the potential for spillages or leakages shall be equipped with drip-trays.

Care should be taken to ensure that spillages of oils and effluent are limited during maintenance. In the event of a spill / leak, the source of the spill or leak



Any spill should be cleaned up immediately and contaminated

Operations Manager






must be identified and stopped. The oil / effluent spill / leak must be

cleaned immediately and material used in the clean up should be disposed of through a recognisable waste disposal method.

Hazardous waste must be stored in a covered, bunded, and well ventilated area.

Clear signage must be placed at all storage areas containing hazardous waste.

Hazardous and general waste must be disposed of at a licensed waste disposal facility.

Evidence of correct disposal of waste must be retained.

Uncontaminated equipment can be taken to a recycling facility e.g. metal.

materials should be disposed of at a designated site.

4. Health and Safety (spillage of products during loading and off-loading; leaking of products)

All personnel must be well trained to work in the tank farm area.

Strict access rules should be applied to personnel entering the tank farm area.

All employees working in the tank farm area should wear appropriate PPE.


Any spillage incidents that occur must be reported.

Appropriate signage e.g. no smoking should be clearly displayed in the tank farm area.

Infrastructure should be regularly maintained as required to ensure that all the fittings and equipment are in proper working condition.


Operations Manager






5. Storage, loading and off-loading of catalysts

Procedures must be put in place to prevent spillages.

Any spillages must be cleaned up immediately and the incident must be reported.


Operations Manager

6. Noise production Personnel working in the PP plants must have the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) since ambient noise levels might exceed 85 dBA.


Operations Manager

7. Management of catalysts during shutdowns.

Ensure that disposal procedures are in place and that disposal takes place at permitted sites.

Operations Manager



7 DECOMMISSIONING PHASE

7.1 General Principles for Environmental Management during Decommissioning At this point of the project planning process, the necessity for and timing of the decommissioning of the proposed project is not known. If decommissioning of the Iso-octanol long-term phase 2 project does occur, it will be undertaken together with the entire Sasol Industrial complex’s operations. During decommissioning, all appropriate legal procedures will be followed e.g. giving notice to the relevant authorities. Furthermore, an application in terms of Listing Notice 1 of the EIA Regulations (2010) for the relevant Environmental Authorisation will be lodged if applicable.




1. Waste generation during the decommissioning phase will have a negative impact on the environment, if not controlled adequately. Waste includes general waste or hazardous waste.

The Contractor must familiarise themselves with the definitions of waste and the handling, storage and transport of waste as prescribed in the applicable environmental legislation.

General waste disposal bins will be made available for employees to use and thus littering will not be allowed.

Waste can be temporarily stored on site before being disposed of appropriately.

General waste e.g. packaging material and spent welding rods will be disposed of at an approved waste disposal facility.

Records of all waste being taken of site must be kept as evidence.

Burning of waste will not be permitted. Clear signage must be placed at all

storage areas containing hazardous waste. Hazardous waste will be generated if there

are spillages and chemicals are used on site. This waste should be cleaned up using absorbent material provided in spill kits on site.


Any spill should be cleaned up immediately.

Project Manager






Absorbent materials used to clean up spillages should be disposed of in a separate hazardous waste bin.

The storage area for hazardous waste material must be concreted, bunded, covered, and well ventilated.

Provide employees with appropriate PPE for handling hazardous materials.

All hazardous waste will be disposed of in a registered hazardous waste disposal facility.

Ablution facilities in the form of mobile chemical toilets must be provided on site.

Chemical toilets must be cleaned and emptied regularly by a registered service provider.

All rubble is to be removed from the site to an approved disposal site.

2. Removal of equipment. All structures comprising the construction lay down area and plant are to be removed from site.

All areas must be inspected for spills of substances such as oil, paint, etc, and these shall be cleaned up.

Fences, barriers and demarcations associated with the deconstruction phase are to be removed from the site.

Project Manager

3. Erosion control. All areas where topsoil was removed or infrastructure was placed should be landscaped in order to reflect surrounding conditions.

Erosion monitoring and control should be conducted.

Project Manager






4. Dust control There should be strict speed limits on site roads to prevent the liberation of dust into the atmosphere.

Dust must be suppressed on the construction site, temporary dirt roads and during the transportation of material during dry periods by , for example, the regular application of water. Water used for this purpose must be used in quantities that will not result in the generation of run-off.

All site workers will need to wear the appropriate PPE to avoid excessive exposure to dust particles.

Project Manager

5. Noise control Provide all equipment with standard silencers. Maintain silencer units in vehicles and equipment in good working order.

Staff working in areas where the 8-hour ambient noise levels exceed 85 dBA must have the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Project Manager

6. Safety on site All staff must have the appropriate PPE. Staff handling chemicals or hazardous

materials must be trained in the use of the substances and the environmental, health and safety consequences of incidents.

Report and record any environmental, health and safety incidents to the responsible person.

Project Manager

7. Contamination of surface and groundwater due to spillage, leakage, incorrect storage and handling of

All hazardous substances must be stored in a designated bunded area with an impervious surface. The storage area must be able to contain 110% of the total volume of materials stored at any given time.

Project Manager






chemicals; oils; lubricants, cement, fuels and other hazardous materials.

The integrity of the impervious surface and bunded area must be inspected regularly and any maintenance work conducted must be recorded in a maintenance report.

All diesel-operated equipment must be provided with drip trays and should be maintained in good working order.

Provide proper warning signage to make people aware of the activities within designated areas.

Employees should be provided with functioning spill kits and disposal containers to handle spillages.

Train employees and contractors on the correct handling of spillages and precautionary measures that need to be implemented to minimise potential spillages.

All equipment must be regularly maintained to ensure they are in proper working condition. No repairs may be undertaken beyond the contractor lay-down area.

An Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan will be developed and implemented should an incident occur.

Access to storage areas on site must be restricted to authorised employees only.

Ensure the establishment of stormwater diversion berms around the contractor laydown area and other potential contaminated areas (e.g. diesel storage tanks).

Washing of containers, equipment must be conducted at designated areas.






All incidents must be reported to the responsible site officer as soon as they occur.

Care must be taken to ensure that no water from the deconstruction site enters the natural watercourse.

Wastewater should be directed into proper stormwater drains.

Temporary toilets must be provided for the construction staff and should be emptied regularly at a licensed treatment site.

Sewage water should not be channelled through stormwater drains or be allowed to flow freely or stagnate on the soil surface.

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