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COUNCIL FOR DEVELOPMENT AND RECONSTRUCTION CULTURAL HERITAGE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNIT

SUPERVISION OF IMPLEMENTATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION MEASURES – CONSTRUCTION PHASE

MID TERM REPORT 2011

Prepared by CHUD‐PMU 2011

Consultancy Services for EMP – CHUD Project CDR

Supervision of Implementation of Environmental Mitigation Measures- 2011

Prepared by CHUD-PMU 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................................................................................................................2 1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................3

1.1. Background..........................................................................................................................3 1.2. Scope of Work......................................................................................................................6 1.3. Limitations ...........................................................................................................................6

2. METHODOLOGY OF WORK......................................................................................................6 2.1. Review of Supervisor’s Monthly Progress Reports ............................................................6 2.2. Meeting with Supervising Consultants................................................................................7 2.3. Site visits ..............................................................................................................................7

3. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS................................................................................................7 3.1. Review of Supervisors’ Monthly Progress Reports ...........................................................7

3.1.1. Byblos City ....................................................................................................................................9 3.1.2. Saida City.....................................................................................................................................18 3.1.3. Tripoli City ..................................................................................................................................24 3.1.4. Tyre City ......................................................................................................................................36 3.1.5. Baalbek and Tyre Archaeological Project...................................................................................53


Supervision of Implementation of Environmental Mitigation Measures- 2011


1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. BACKGROUND

The objectives of the EMP are to ensure that impacts incurred by the Project during construction are reduced or mitigated to the extent possible and that the positive benefits of the project are enhanced. In general, EMP is considered an important tool for ensuring that the environmental requirements and obligations defined in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study are implemented through all phases of the Project’s life-cycle

The Environmental Impact Assessment Study developed in 2002 proposed an Environmental Mitigation Plan to reduce potential environmental impacts associated with the construction phases of the CHUD project. The study recommended the careful planning and implementation of environmental mitigation measures at all construction stages to alleviate primary adverse environmental impacts.

The objectives of the EMP are to ensure that impacts incurred by the Project during construction are reduced or mitigated to the extent possible and that the positive benefits of the project are enhanced. In general, EMP is considered an important tool for ensuring that the environmental requirements and obligations defined in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study are implemented through all phases of the Project’s life-cycle.

The developed EMP tackles different environmental aspects such as traffic, air quality, noise, landscape and visual intrusion, waste generation, water quality, health and safety, archeological and cultural heritage, and socio-economic impacts. The contractor should comply with the proposed mitigation measures to give the CHUD project better environmental and social acceptability.

The following report is a follow up on the previous reports (Supervision of Implementation of Environmental Mitigation Measures report- Phase I and phase 2010)) submitted by the EMP consultant in 2009 and 2010. It cover the construction period of the first semester of 2011. The list of 2011 construction works and project information is shown in Table 1.

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Table 1 Construction Works of 2011- Project Information

NAME OF PROJECT COMMENCEMENT OF PROJECT EXPECTED PROJECT DURATION CONTRACTOR CONSULTANT FINANCING

PARTY TRIPOLI

Works Phase II- Rehabilitation of Abu Ali River Banks

03/01/2008 31 December 2011 (will be extended) General Construction & Contracting Co. S.A.R.L- GENECO

Team international in association with Bitar consultants

AFD (86.25%) IBRD (11%) LG (2.75%)

Works Phase II - Khan Al Askar 23/10/2010 Expected completion on 21/04/2012 JESCO CTE

Team international in association with Bitar consultants

Lebanese Government IBRD

BYBLOS

Works Phase II - Rehabilitation of Byblos old city PII- Byblos Mina square and Coastal Path

29/08/2008 November 2011

Afak General Contractors J.V. United Development & Contracting- Entreprises Nigeria Limited

Rafik El- Khoury & Partners

International Bank for Reconstruction & Development (IBRD)

TYRE

Works Phase II - Fishing Port Area Waterfront, Public Spaces

03/02/2010 August 2011 (will be extended) Madanat Contracting Company


AFD Lebanese Government

Works Phase II Rehabilitation of Al Bawabeh Square, Hamra road and Jaafarieh area

30/06/2009 November 2011 (will be extended) WARD (water and Resources Development)


IBRD Lebanese Government

SAIDA

Facades 20/04/2010 October 2011 (will be extended) General Construction & Contracting Co. S.A.R.L- GENECO

Bureau Abdel Wahed Chehab Private Sector


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NAME OF PROJECT COMMENCEMENT OF PROJECT EXPECTED PROJECT DURATION CONTRACTOR CONSULTANT FINANCING

PARTY

Woks Phase II - Touristic Path, Joumaa and Salameh buildings & Electrical Works

31/05/2010 November 2011 (will be extended) General Construction & Contracting Co. S.A.R.L- GENECO



ARCHEOLOGY

Baalbeck and Tyre Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructures

29/06/2010 December 2011 (will be extended) Al Bonyan Rafik El- Khoury & Partners


St.Gilles 11/06/2010 November 2011 (will be extended) AFAK General Contractors

Habib Gabriel Debs Architect and Planner

AFD


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1.2. SCOPE OF WORK

The responsibilities of the EMP consultant and the CHUD team can be summarized as follows:

- Evaluation of the effectiveness of the mitigation measures; - Ensuring that necessary environmental mitigation measures are well-

addressed and accounted for by the contractors and the supervisor engineers;

- Informing the supervising consultant and CDR/PMU if any of the CHUD activities are causing adverse environmental impacts that were not mitigated appropriately.

The aim of this task is to ensure that the supervisor engineers have effectively monitored the contractor’s implementation of the required environmental mitigation measures stipulated in the CHUD Supervision of Construction Contracts, Task Series 3 (Environmental Mitigation Control) and in the Conditions of Contract Appendix 1 (CDR HSE Manual), for the Supervision Consultants, namely Team International/Bitar (Tripoli) and Rafik El Khoury & Partners (Byblos, Saida and Tyre), Abdel Wahed Chehab office (Saida), Habib Debs (St Gilles Castle) and ARS Projetti (Baalbek and Tyre Archeological projects)

1.3. LIMITATIONS

Mitigation measures implementation effectiveness will be evaluated based on:

- Review of supervising consultants monthly progress reports; - Meeting with supervising consultants; - Site visits of the PMU to different cities.

This report relied on the written information provided by the supervising consultants in their monthly progress reports to the CDR/PMU and the site visits of the PMU. The information is not always readily verifiable.

2. METHODOLOGY OF WORK

2.1. REVIEW OF SUPERVISOR’S MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORTS

In order to evaluate the effectiveness of the implementation of mitigation measures the documented information of the consultants in their correspondent’s monthly reports were very useful. For this purpose, the monthly monitoring progress reports of the first semester of 2011, provided by all supervisor consultants to the CDR PMU, were reviewed. The quality of monitoring, reporting and documentation process by the consultants was improved after identification of the gaps and discussing the solutions with the supervising consultants.




2.2. MEETING WITH SUPERVISING CONSULTANTS

To further evaluate the effectiveness of the implementation of the mitigation measures, the CHUD team persisted to add the environmental discussions in theirs meeting with the supervising consultants and contractors. The objectives of the meetings were as follows:

- Discuss the EMP reporting and the procedures used by the supervisors to ensure the effective implementation of the mitigation measures required;

- Discuss the challenges and difficulties facing both supervisors and contractors in implementing the measures;

- Discuss and recommend procedures and activities needed to overcome the identified obstacles and enhance monitoring and reporting during the upcoming Phases of the project; and

- Discuss the TOR of the EMP Consultant representative who will join the PMU team after signature of the addendum.

2.3. SITE VISITS

For better following, the PMU with the MIU followed that the contractors are implementing the required environmental mitigation measures stipulated in the HSE Manual of their contracts, investigation were done, remarks were given and photos were taken for monitoring purpose.

3. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS

3.1. REVIEW OF SUPERVISORS’ MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORTS

This report cover the first semester of 2011 monthly progress reports submitted by the supervising consultants (Team International, Rafik El Khoury & Partners, habib &Debs and Abdel Wahed Chehab office) to the CDR PMU. The reports have addressed the level of contractor’s compliance with the implementation of environmental requirements stipulated in the Conditions of Contract for the CHUD project. After the continuous request of the PMU, the monthly progress reports submitted to the CDR incorporate an EMP section. A summary of the reviewed reports is shown in Table 2.

Table 2 Summary of Reviewed Monthly Progress Reports and EMP Content- CHUD Construction Works for the mid year of 2011

REPORT PRESENCE OF EMP IN REPORT COMMENTS

Byblos- Phase II Works - Rehabilitation of Byblos old city PII- Byblos Mina square and Coastal Path

June 2010 to end of January 2011

EMP well elaborated with pictures and description

The report contains a detailed section that tackles the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) implemented for the Cultural Heritage and Urban Development Project (CHUD-Phase II) activities planned in the city of Byblos.





2011 till end of April 2011


The report contains a detailed section that tackles the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) implemented for the Cultural Heritage and Urban Development Project (CHUD-Phase II) activities planned in the city of Byblos.


January& February 2011


supervising consultant submitted a detailed EMP report

March & April 2011


supervising consultant submitted a detailed EMP report

Tripoli- Works Phase II- Rehabilitation of Abu Ali River Banks

January 2011 EMP from August 2009

Mitigation measures proposed in the EMP were addressed in a yes/no checklist. No indicators or documentation were made available to validate the information provided.

The same EMP checklist, dated August 2009, was repeated in supervisor consultant monthly reports of January 2011

Works after January 2011 were very minim, No Reports were received from the consultant.

Tripoli- Works Phase II - Khan Al Askar

-January 2011

-February-March 2011

-April-May 2011

EMP section The same EMP section was presented in all the reports.

Tyre- Works Phase II - Fishing Port Area Waterfront, Public Spaces

Two reports:

- January & February 2011

- March & April 2011


The report contains a detailed section that tackle the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) implemented for the Cultural Heritage and Urban Development Project (CHUD-Phase II) activities planned in the city of Tyre.

The EMP checklist present in the report covers the first trimester of the year 2011

Tyre- Works Phase II - Bawabeh Square, Hammam Square and Hamra Street

-January-February 2011

-March April 2011

- May-June 2010

EMP detailed checklist with pictures and description

The report contains an EMP section with environmental mitigation measures checklist






Two reports:

- January & February 2011

- March & April 2011


The environmental mitigation measures reporting are well-elaborated and detailed. An overall compliance with EMP requirements and commitment to mitigate potential environmental impacts

3.1.1. BYBLOS CITY

Only one Byblos phase II construction works report was submitted by the supervising consultant to the PMU in the first semester of 2011. The first report included the works from January till end of April 2011 and did incorporate an detailed environmental monitoring plan section. The supervising consultant explained that the EMP was implemented during all the construction works.

3.1.1.1. Environmental Mitigation Measures- Byblos Phase II Construction Works

The EMP section of the Byblos Phase II for these 4 months of 2011 works is divided as follows:

- Description of works during the period covered by the report, the zones in which works are executed and pictures;

- Well elaborated description of potential impacts from construction on traffic, air quality, noise, landscape and visual intrusion, waste generation, water quality, health and safety, archaeology and cultural heritage, and socio-economics;

- Detailed description of mitigation measures for each potential impact; - Environmental mitigation measures checklist with indicators, documentation

and comments where applicable.

The supervising consultant reported the implementation of EMP requirements stated below (refer to Table 3). Photos, indicators and documentation were provided where applicable. Overall, satisfactory environmental mitigation measures were implemented in CHUD-Phase II works in Byblos City.




Table 3 Implemented Environmental Mitigation Measures (Byblos Phase II works-)

ASPECTS IMPLEMENTED MITIGATION MEASURES IMPLEMENTED MITIGATION MEASURES AS REPORTED BY THE SUPERVISING CONSULTANT

IMPLEMENTED MITIGATION MEASURES AS REPORTED BY PMU

Traffic

Public communication Public communication through direct meetings with the Municipality;

Provision of close coordination with local traffic control departments through municipal policemen;

Implementation of re-routing

Implementation of re-routing schemes where required (at Zone J);

Do not require re-routing schemes at other zones

Extended construction hours NA Working hours limited to the daily shift

Provision of clear adequate signage at least 500 meters around construction sites;

Signs boards were installed to notify the works

Adopting clear delineation and channeling measures at least 500 meters around construction sites

-Red tapes were fixed in zones I and J to limit public access -Delineation of road in Zone I & J to limit public access with traffic barricades

Limiting movement of heavy machinery to off-peak hours

Specially limited at Zone J due to the nature of works






Providing prior notification about work and heavy equipment movement schedule

Exclusively in Zone J where heavy machinery and equipment were employed

The type of works did not require providing any prior notifications. Hand tools and small equipments were mostly used throughout the site

Re-opening roads adjacent to construction sites as early as possible, even before final readiness of the site

The road from the Roman Road to the Police Serail (zone J) was re-opened 24h after asphalting to reduce traffic problems

Provision of close coordination with local traffic control

Coordination with municipal authorities and municipal policemen when necessary

Air Quality Site and stock pile enclosure

Material stockpile (Sand, stone, tiles) were placed in an unoccupied offsite land lot. Small temporary sand stockpiles were put under a roofed space once located on site

Water is frequently sprayed to reduce dust dispersion during excavation works

Spraying of long-term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents

Presence of short term stock pile material do not requires spraying

As for the DGA house, since the employees were working in a confined atmosphere, mechanical ventilation was installed to ensure a comfortable and safe environment for its occupants. Moreover, workers were wearing facial masks to prevent inhalation of particles generated from their different activities

On-site mixing in enclosed or shielded areas

Ready mixed concrete was mainly used and provided by suppliers

Mixing was done in open air areas, mainly outside the site and ready mix concrete was brought by subcontractors

Proper unloading operations

Piled curbstone, sand piles, and no recorded accidents. Manual transport (wheelbarrows) was applied to convey properly-unloaded material on site

In Zone J, pickups and small wheel loaders were used to unload material from offsite storage






Water damping of stockpiles when necessary (dry conditions)

NA

. The quantity of stock piles was limited for daily uses

Sealing of completed earthworks

Directly following the execution of works.

Providing re-vegetation as soon as possible

Plantation works have been completed at Zone A. re-vegetation works have been initiated in UNESCO Square (Zone C)

Future plan will be implemented in the next phase

Medium and heavily-used haul routes permanently surfaced

NA

Damping un-surfaced haul routes NA

Keep hauling routes free of dust and regularly cleaned

Proper water spraying were applied following each activity

Maintain low traffic speeds on-site with proper enforcement

NA

Maintenance and repair of construction machinery

Construction machineries were regularly maintained but not on-site

The emission of pollutants from machineries in Zone J was limited to asphalting period

Noise Level Construction of site enclosure

Zone I and J temporary closed -

Control of timing of noise emissions

Works were limited to the permitted daily working hours

-

Informing the local people when noisy activities are planned

Particularly in Zone I and J where road rehabilitation works produced noise, the municipal policemen were responsible for public Communication






Proper road maintenance

Basalt and asphalt works at zones I and J

Enforcement of speed limits

NA -

Employ low noise machinery, or machinery with noise shielding and/or sound absorption materials (e.g. on-site power generator enclosure)

Low noise machinery were used

High levels of noise generated during excavation in Zone J

Proper maintenance of equipment and machinery

Equipment & machinery were regularly maintained offsite. -

Landscape and visual intrusion

Preserve existing vegetation when feasible

Trees are conserved and planted in Zone C (UNESCO square)

Blending color(s) of paint

NA Only interior painting since DGA house has a stone façade Paints color were selected by DGA

Blending exterior construction material

Applied in shops façade rehabilitation in Zone J

Blending architectural features

Applied in the rehabilitation of the DGA House (ground floor) in zone G (refer to photo)

Provisions of visual screens or greenbelts

NA

Implementing appropriate landscaping

Appropriate vegetation will be planted after the end of construction activities, particulary at UNESCO square

Confirming to area building codes

NA






Mitigation of waste generation impacts

Waste transport and disposal at designated disposal sites

Waste was integrated with the common practices for waste disposal

Waste transport and disposal at designated disposal sites (integrated solid waste management);

Domestic wastes and packaging waste from new materials are either disposed of in waste containers or delivered to Byblos solid waste collectors.

Implement solid waste management plan at archaeological sites

NA -

Water quality/supply Proper surface and ground drainage NA

Decrease water usage during the construction phase

Water was used efficiently

Minimize soil exposure time during the construction phase

Earthworks were quick and limited in time (zones I and J)

Minimize chemical usage (lubricants, solvents, petroleum products) and use non-toxic biodegradable products

NA

Health and safety Provide pedestrian walkways

Pedestrian sidewalks at road works zones were left accessible and safe -

Install proper warning signs

Nearby the activity areas






Provide protective clothing and equipment

-Workers are equipped with personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety helmets, impermeable latex gloves, protective goggles, safety boots, and protective masks -Streets were blocked during machinery works to prevent accidents.

The Contractor was instructed to strictly oblige all project staff to abide with protective clothing and equipment Occasionally, some workers did not comply with wearing PPE

Create buffer zones around major construction zones

-Restriction of access to the construction site by any person other than the site personnel by closing the main entrance as per direction of the municipality -installation of fence to prohibit public access.

Archeological and cultural heritage

Documentation of buried sites and conservation of materials

Activities are preformed in coordination with the DGA experts No archaeological ruins were found during this period

Implementing a documentation operation on all removed stones within the sites and old city centers.

Activities are preformed in coordination with the DGA experts

Avoiding the use of harsh abrasive and toxic chemicals

Type of works did not require the use of harsh abrasive






Encouraging the use of biodegradable, water-based (instead of solvent based), non-flammable, fire resistant, non sparking, and breathable materials for rehabilitation works

Type of works did not require the use of chemicals

Implementation of Archeological chance find procedure

NA

Socio-economics Ensure community participation

Achieved through direct meetings with the Municipality.

Local labors were employed.

Implementation of the developed resettlement plan during the design phase

NA




3.1.1.2. Byblos City Construction Works Findings and Comments of the PMU

The environmental mitigation measures reporting by the supervising consultant (Rafik El Khoury & Partners) is well-elaborated and detailed. An overall compliance with EMP requirements and commitment to mitigate potential environmental impacts from construction works was described by the supervising consultant.

Blending architectural features : the DGA House Blending exterior construction material (the shops)

Road blocked during works in Zone J Planting new trees : UNESCO square




The municipality of Byblos is active environmentally; the botanical garden was inaugurated, the plantation in the roman road is well maintain and the souks is full of flowers and trees boxes.

Roman Road Botanical Garden

The Souks

3.1.2. SAIDA CITY

3.1.2.1. Woks Phase II - Touristic Path, Joumaa and Salameh Buildings & Electrical Works

The supervising consultant (Rafik El Khoury & Partners) submitted the reports No. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 (01/01/2011 to 30/06/2011) to the CDR PMU. The reports contained an EMP section with a structure similar to the Byblos reports. It is divided as follows:

- Briefing the zone in which the contractors is working and the nature of works ntroduction and maps of the CHUD Touristic Path, Joumaa and Salameh Buildings and Electrical works area in Saida;

- Detailed description of potential impacts from construction on traffic, air quality, noise, landscape and visual intrusion, waste generation, water quality, health and safety, archaeology and cultural heritage, and socio-economics;




- Thorough description of mitigation measures for each potential impact; and - Environmental mitigation measures checklist (from June till December 2010)

with indicators, documentation and comments where applicable.

The supervising consultant reported the implementation of EMP requirements stated below (refer to Table 4). Photos, indicators and documentation were provided where applicable. Overall, satisfactory environmental mitigation measures were implemented in CHUD- Woks Phase II - Touristic Path, Joumaa and Salameh Buildings & Electrical Works

Table 4 Implemented Environmental Mitigation Measures (Woks Phase II - Touristic Path, Joumaa and Salameh Buildings & Electrical Works) as Reported by the Supervising Consultant

ASPECTS POTENTIAL IMPACTS FROM

CONSTRUCTION AS REPORTED BY THE SUPERVISING CONSULTANT

IMPLEMENTED MITIGATION MEASURES AS REPORTED BY THE SUPERVISING CONSULTANT

Traffic

- Environmental impacts from traffic are not applicable since the activities during the monitoring period took place in residential areas and pedestrian streets where vehicular access is restricted; - Construction works that blocked pedestrian access were carried out during the night.

- Public communication through direct meetings with the Municipality; - Extended working hours (works carried out at night) in order not to disturb pedestrian circulation during the day; signs and light projectors were used to indicate the location of construction works.

Air Quality

- Construction and rehabilitation works (i.e., land clearing, stone cleaning and façade rehabilitation) are a temporary source of dust emissions; - The types of works did not require on-site generators or machineries; therefore air pollution from such sources is not expected.

- Site and stock pile enclosure (sand stockpiles and tiles boxes were enclosed once on-site); - On-site mixing in enclosed or shielded areas (Mixing of small quantities of materials was done in the open air near the respective works); - Proper unloading operations (piled curbstone and sand piles, no recorded accidents), manual transport of materials on-site, no heavy trucks were allowed to enter into the construction area; - Keeping hauling routes free of dust and regularly cleaned through water spraying after each activity; - Construction safety nets were used to prevent dust from reaching and affecting pedestrians; - Water was frequently sprayed to reduce dust dispersion.







Noise

The clearing, renovation and restoration activities in the pedestrian corridors required the use of various manual tools such as hammers, lifters, trowels and shovels. The intensity of noise generated from such activities is negligible.

- Control noise generation timing through limiting noisy activities to daytime; - Informing the local people when noisy activities are planned.

Landscape and Visual Intrusion

Visual intrusion caused by construction activities is limited over time. The whole project works will enhance landscaping and improve visual appearance.

- Preserving existing vegetation where feasible (trees pruning when needed); - Blending color(s) of painting in building rehabilitation; - Blending exterior construction material; - Blending architectural features in building rehabilitation; - Provision of visual screens or greenbelts; - Complying with area building codes.

Waste Generation

Production of wastes such as: - Demolition materials; - Packaging and wrapping of materials such as papers, plastics, wood, spare parts; - Waste from site cleaning and clearing; - Domestic waste.

- Waste transport and disposal at designated disposal sites (integrated solid waste management); - Construction wastes are collected in isolated areas and disposed of according to declared collection schedules; - Domestic wastes and packaging wastes are either disposed of in waste containers or delivered to Saida solid waste collectors; - Demolition and excavation materials which are not reused on site as backfill or bedding materials, are transported to dumpsites permitted by Saida Municipality.

Water Quality

-Surface water and groundwater are not expected to be affected by the project activities since the paint used is water-based (as an alternative to petroleum solvents); - Oil and lubricants from vehicles and machinery are considered negligible since the on-site use of machinery is not significant.

- Proper surface and ground drainage, - Conservation of water during construction phase to ensure efficient water use.

Health and Safety

- Potential accidents (direct or indirect) to workers, operators or visitors; - The type of works is of low-to medium risk to laborers, local communities and pedestrians.

- Providing pedestrian walkways, - Providing protective clothing and equipment; the contractor was instructed to strictly enforce the use of PPE, - Use of construction safety nets for public safety.







Archeology and Cultural Heritage

No significant negative impact is expected to be generated. Works are being implemented with maximum care to prevent any potential irreversible damages.

- Avoiding the use of harsh abrasives and toxic chemicals; - Encouraging the use of biodegradable, water-based (instead of solvent-based), non-flammable, fire resistant, non-sparkling and breathable materials for rehabilitation works.

Socio-economics

A. Potential long term positive impacts: - Increase in the number of tourists and their expenditures; - Improvement in the accessibility and connections to the old city; - Recruitment of local workers and project staff; - Enhancement of the area Gross Domestic Income (GDI) and progress in living conditions and standards; - Development of the cultural and tourism sectors in Saida; - Revival of the urban core and its functional re-integration into the city as a whole; - Elimination of the negative visual impacts caused by poor architectural maintenance. B. Potential short-term negative impacts from construction works: - Minor disturbance to residents during rehabilitation, renovation, and infrastructure works; - Temporary disruption of daily activities as a result of the infrastructure and construction works; - Minimal loss of income at the existing sites targeted for rehabilitation during the construction phase.

- Ensuring community participation through direct meetings with the Municipality; - Employment of local workers and staff; - Implementation of the developed resettlement plan during the design phase.

The supervising consultant documented non-compliance with the below mentioned EMP requirements (Refer to Table 5). Some of the proposed environmental mitigation measures were not applicable to the site and type of works conducted.




Table 5 Environmental Mitigation Measures that were not Applied and Relevant Justification (Woks Phase II - Touristic Path, Joumaa and Salameh buildings & Electrical Works)

MITIGATION MEASURES THAT WERE NOT APPLIED JUSTIFICATION OF SUPERVISING CONSULTANT

TRAFFIC

Implementation of re-routing schemes NA

Provision of clear adequate signage at least 500 meters around construction sites NA

Adopting clear delineation and channeling measures at least 500m around construction sites

NA

Limiting movement of heavy machinery to off-peak hours NA

Providing prior notification about work and use of heavy equipment

The type of works did not require any prior notification.


NA

Provision of close coordination with local traffic control departments NA

AIR QUALITY

Spraying of long term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents

Presence of short-term stockpiles that did not require spraying

Water dampening of stockpiles when necessary (dry conditions)

The number of stockpiles was limited, for daily uses

Sealing of completed earthworks NA

Providing re-vegetation as soon as possible NA

Medium and heavily used haul routes permanently surfaced NA

Dampening un-surfaced haul routes NA

Maintain Low traffic speeds on-site with proper enforcement NA

Maintenance and repair of construction machinery NA, no construction machinery was used

NOISE LEVEL

Construction of site enclosure -

Proper road maintenance, NA

Enforcement of speed limits NA

Use of Low noise machinery, or machinery with noise shielding and/or sound absorption material

Hand tools were used as equipment for construction works, no heavy and noisy machinery was utilized

Proper maintenance of equipment and machinery. NA

LANDSCAPE AND VISUAL INTRUSION

Implementing appropriate landscaping -

WASTE GENERATION





Implement a solid waste management plan at archaeological sites NA

WATER QUALITY/SUPPLY

Minimizing soil exposure time during the construction phase (quick earthworks). NA

Minimizing chemical usage (lubricants, solvents, petroleum products) and use of non-toxic biodegradable products

NA, No chemical and toxic products were used on-site

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Installing proper warning signs -

ARCHEOLOGICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE

Documentation of buried sites and conservation of materials NA

Implementing a documentation operation on all removed stones within the sites and old city centers

NA

Implementation of Archaeological Chance Find Procedures, if needed NA

Covering abraded areas with low impact temporary installations like wooden platforms NA

Controlling vegetation growth using appropriate biocides after mechanical removal

NA

Fixing of loose stone parts by gluing with appropriate resins, injections, insertion of steel and fiberglass bars and clamps

NA

Cleaning areas in need of consolidation by mechanical or chemical methods NA

3.1.2.2. Woks Phase II - Touristic Path, Joumaa and Salameh Buildings & Electrical Works Findings and Comments of the PMU:

The progress report highlighted proper implementation of environmental mitigation measures related to traffic, air quality, noise level, landscape and visual intrusion, waste generation, water quality, archeology and cultural heritage and socio-economics.

The socio-economics requirement is covered by the PMU, who are committed to implement smoothly the resettlement of Salameh building.

The PMU reported the non-compliance with the implementation of the safety requirement; lack of installation of proper warning signs to avoid accidents, as well as the non conformity with the use of PPE. More stringent implementation of health and safety mitigation measures is required.




Blending exterior construction material Preservation and Planting of Trees

3.1.3. TRIPOLI CITY

Tripoli 2011 CHUD construction works include the following:

- Works Phase II - Rehabilitation of Abu Ali River Banks - Works Phase II - Khan Al Askar

3.1.3.1. Works Phase II - Rehabilitation of Abu Ali River Banks

The same EMP checklist, dated August 2009, was presented in supervisor consultant monthly reports of January 2011. The supervising consultant explained there were no changes in the environmental mitigation plan during the 2010 construction works. Mitigation measures proposed in the EMP were addressed in a yes/no checklist (refer to the Table 6 for reported environmental mitigation measures implementation). No indicators or documentation were made available to validate the information provided.

Team International/Bitar described the following obstacles during the construction works:

- Hostile attitude of some of the locals (acts of aggression and intimidation) that delayed the works;

- Refusal of some vegetable stall owners to relocate their stalls; - Presence of public parking spaces on many parts of road works (east and

west banks); - Illegal stall owners onto the platform; - Local objections to the kiosks plan drawings, demands to cancel car parking

spaces in some locations and minimize sidewalks width; and - Work stoppage due to bad weather and holidays.




Table 6 Implemented Environmental Mitigation Measures -Works Phase II - Rehabilitation of Abu Ali River Banks as Reported by the Supervising Consultant

ASPECTS IMPLEMENTED MITIGATION MEASURES AS REPORTED BY THE SUPERVISING CONSULTANT

MITIGATION MEASURES THAT WERE NOT APPLIED

Mitigation of potential traffic impacts

- Public communication ; - Implementation of re-routing schemes; - Provision of clear adequate signage at least 500 meters around construction sites; - Adopting clear delineation and channeling measures at least 500 meters around construction sites; - Limiting movement of heavy machinery to off-peak hours; - Provision of close coordination with local traffic control departments.

- Extended construction hours; - Providing prior notification about work and heavy equipment; -Re-opening roads adjacent to construction sites as early as possible, even before final readiness of the site.

Mitigation of potential air quality impacts

- Proper unloading operations; - Water dampening of stockpiles when necessary (dry conditions); - Sealing of completed earthworks; - Providing re-vegetation as soon as possible; - Dampening un-surfaced haul routes ; - Keeping hauling routes free of dust and regularly cleaned; - Maintain low traffic speeds on-site with proper enforcement; - Maintenance and repair of construction machinery.

- Spraying of long term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents; - On-site mixing in enclosed or shielded areas; - Medium and heavily used haul routes permanently surfaced.

Mitigation of potential noise impacts

- Construction of site enclosure; - Proper road maintenance; - Enforcement of speed limits through distribution of informative signs along the project path; - Proper maintenance of equipment and machinery.

- Control of noise generation timing; - Informing the local people when noisy activities are planned (Not applicable according to the supervising consultant, since there is no noisy machinery on site); - Employing low noise machinery and proper off-site maintenance of equipment and machinery (not applicable since there are no generators or noisy machinery on site).

Mitigation of potential landscape and visual intrusion impacts

- Preserving existing vegetation where feasible; - Implementing appropriate landscaping; - Complying with area building codes.

- Blending color(s) of paint (NA); - Blending exterior construction material (NA); - Blending architectural features (NA); and - Provisions of visual screens or greenbelts (NA).







Waste transport and disposal at designated disposal sites (LAVAJET spool)

Implement solid waste management plan at archaeological sites (NA)

Mitigation of water quality impacts

- Proper surface and ground drainage; - Decrease of water usage during construction phase; - Minimizing soil exposure time during the construction phase - Minimizing chemical usage (lubricants, solvents; and petroleum products) and use of non-toxic biodegradable products

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Mitigation of health and safety impacts

- Providing pedestrian walkways (the supervising consultant noted the noncompliance of citizens with assigned walkways); - Installing proper warning signs; - Following the CDR’s written procedures stipulated in the developed health and safety guidelines.

- Providing protecting clothing and equipment (the supervising consultant noted that the contractor’s site staff are always wearing the protective helmet; however, the pictures in the progress report show workers with no helmets); - Creating buffer zones around major construction zones.

Mitigation of archaeological and cultural heritage impacts

- Avoiding the use of harsh abrasives and toxic chemicals; - Encouraging the use of biodegradable, water-based (instead of solvent-based), non-flammable, fire resistant, non-sparkling and breathable materials for rehabilitation works; - Controlling vegetation growth using appropriate biocides after mechanical removal.

- Documentation of buried sites and conservation of materials (NA); - Implementing a documentation operation on all removed stones within the sites and old city centers (NA); - Implementation of Archaeological Chance Find Procedures, if needed; - Covering abraded areas with low impact temporary installations like wooden platforms; - Fixing of loose stone parts by gluing with appropriate resins, injections, insertion of steel and fiberglass bars and clamps; - Cleaning areas in need of consolidation by mechanical or chemical methods.

Mitigation of socio-economic impacts

- Ensuring community participation - Implementation of the developed resettlement plan during the design phase

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Comments and Recommendations of the PMU (Tripoli Works Phase II- Rehabilitation of Abu Ali River Banks)

In spite of the instruction given to the supervision by the PMU to update monthly the EMP Report, the same EMP checklist, dated August 2009, was repeated in all the reports flowing that date.

After January 2011, the consultant didn’t present any report since the works were very minim.

Knowing that the municipality of Tripoli is engaged to clean the Abu Ali river periodically, Its worth to mention that the river was cleaned by the subcontractor several times during execution of the works; holes in the bottom slab of the river were filled by concrete to facilitate the movement of the water and to prevent them to be filled by garbage. Demolished walls at both side of the river were also reconstructed.

A periodic cleaning of the river is not a practical solution to keep the river clean due to its cost and logistic difficulties; The PMU is working in coordination with the municipality to prepare an operation and management plan to the part of the old city covered by the CHUD Project. One of the major clauses covered by this plan is the waste management of the market area; the collection, transport and disposal of the waste in addition to an environmental information campaign to the vendors and the residents of the Abu Ali river area to refrain them from dumping trash into the river.

Works at Bortassi Garden

Consultancy Services for EMP – CHUD Project



3.1.3.2. Works Phase II – Khan El Askar

3.1.3.3. Works Phase II- Khan EL Askar reported environmental mitigation measures

A summary of the implemented environmental mitigation measures during the construction works was provided. The contractor clearly states his commitment to HSE requirement stated below.

- Taking necessary measures to protect the health of the personnel; - Taking all measures to avoid pollution caused by the works; - Test certificate for the equipment and materials used on-site; - Reporting of dangerous accidents; - Emergency plan and display of emergency numbers at the site’s office; - Security and safety measures including lighting and safeguarding at night to

prevent unauthorized entry to the Site; - Personal Protective Equipment is provided to site workers; - Fire prevention and evacuation plan; - No fuel storage in construction works area; - Continuous monitoring and supervising of electrical safety by a qualified

personnel; - Distribution of a manufacturer’s instruction copy for all mobile scaffold towers

to the Engineer prior to any on-site usage; - All towers were erected with access ladder, safety rails and kick boards; - All scaffolds are provided with wire mesh guards in addition to kick boards; - Daily inspections of all elevated work platforms by the site engineer; - Operation of equipment by trained, qualified and authorized personnel; - All equipments used on site are inspected prior to use. - Submission of a detailed method statement outlining the demolition

procedures/techniques to be used to the site Engineer for approval prior to commencement of work;

- Acquiring the permit of the Engineer before proceeding with excavation works, conformity with excavations health and safety requirements.

- All excavation are protected by barriers;






Traffic

Public communication Communication and coordination with municipal authorities;

RAP was implemented for the residents of the khan before starting works in each of the 2 parts of the khan.


The works don’t cause traffic disturbance; even parking spaces are available inside the khan. Continuous coordination with municipal authorities to minimize the impact on traffic

Extended construction hours NA Working hours limited to the daily shift


2 Signs boards were installed to notify the works


NA


Heavy machinery are not required, medium to small machines are mostly used due to the narrow working spaces.


NA The type of works did not require providing any prior notifications.








Coordination with municipal authorities and municipal policemen when necessary


NA Sand stockpiles were enclosed within the open

area of the khan. Spraying of long-term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents

Water is frequently sprayed to reduce dust resulting from works


Limited quantities of concrete were mixed on-site

No waste is burned on-site unless approved by the Engineer


NA


NA

.


Directly following the execution of works.


Future plan will be implemented in the next phase


NA








-usage of small machinery and hand tools release less dust than heavy machinery -cover transportation trucks with shades to avoid spreading of construction waste and dust transportation -building façades are covered with shades during rehabilitation to minimize dust spreading.


NA


Maintenance is done regularly to ensure proper functioning


- The works are executed inside the khan; the noise

emission to the outside is slight


Works were limited to the daily working hours -


Communication between the construction manager and the neighborhood


NA


NA -







Loud and noisy machinery are never used, site enclosure limits noise emission to the outside





NA Applied when necessary


NA


NA Will be applied after the structural rehabilitation


NA Will be applied after the structural rehabilitation


NA


NA


Applied when possible








Waste is disposed at authorized dump sites approved by the municipality

-Part of the demolition and excavated waste is reused as backfill or bedding material. -Domestic waste produced by the project staff and labors are disposed in special waste containers available for that purpose.


NA -

Water quality/supply

Proper surface and ground drainage

The offices of the contractor and the workers accommodation are serviced with restrooms and kitchen properly linked to the sewer network of the city.


Water usage is limited and controlled


The mixing of lime mortar instead of concrete for plastering and grout cuts off water pollution as it’s mixed in special basins constructed on site by prohibiting water infiltration to the ground


Chemical are not used on site


NA -







Applied when required Warning signs are disclosed on the entrances and

all over the sites. Provide protective clothing and equipment

Workers are equipped with personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety helmets, impermeable latex gloves, protective goggles, safety boots, and protective masks

Create buffer zones around major construction zones

-Restriction of access to the construction site by any person other than the site personnel by closing the main entrance as per direction of the municipality -installation of fence to prohibit public access.

Follow CDR’s written procedures stipulated in the developed health and safety guidelines

Applied and reported in the monthly progress report



NA

Implementing a documentation operation on all removed stones within the sites and old city centers.

Documentation is done by an architect restorer and project archeologist in coordination with the DGA

Avoiding the use of harsh abrasive and toxic chemicals

Yes The cleaning of stones without use of abrasive and toxic chemicals and materials with water-based instead of solvent based







Yes

Implementation of Archeological chance find procedure

Yes when applied



Local labors from the old resident of the khan are employed.


The first part of the RAP was implemented after the resettlement of the residents of the big part of the khan to block A and B. the second part was implemented after emptying the remaining part of the khan by moving of the remaining residents to the block C.




3.1.3.4. Comments of the PMU

An overall compliance with CDR HSE requirements and environmental mitigation measures was reported by the PMU. The environmental monitoring plan was not elaborated in a well-organized, detailed checklist; however a detailed explanation of each requirement was listed in the beginning of the report. A “yes” was used in the table to confirm the application of each requirement.

Moreover, the same “summary of mitigation plan’ report was submitted in each report.

After several site visits to the Khan, a compliance with the HSE requirement and EMM was verified and approved, despite that the reporting should be treated more seriously.

3.1.4. TYRE CITY

The first semester of 2011 CHUD construction works in Tyre included the following:

- Woks Phase II - Bawabeh Square, Hammam Square and Hamra Street. - Works Phase II - Fishing Port Area Waterfront, Public Spaces. - Tyre Archaeological Works Phase I- Infrastructures.

EMP requirements and mitigation measures were discussed in the supervising consultant’s monthly reports to the Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR). The supervising consultant incorporated the detailed list required for the EMP implemented for the CHUD-Phase II construction works in Tyre city, in his monthly reports.

3.1.4.1. Woks Phase II - Bawabeh Square, Hammam Square and Hamra Street

The list of progress reports provided for works Phase II- Bawabeh Square, Hammam Square and Hamra Street is shown in Table 7.

Table 7 List of Progress Reports Provided for Works Phase II- Bawabeh Square, Hammam Square and Hamra Street

PROGRESS REPORT NUMBER DATE EMP/ COMMENTS

Progress reports No. 19-20 01/01/2011 to 28/02/2011 EMP checklist for January-February 2011

Progress reports No. 21-22 01/03/2011 to 30/04/2011 EMP checklist for March-April 2011

Progress reports No. 23-24 01/05/2010 to 30/06/2010 EMP checklist for May-June 2011

Progress reports No. 19 to 24 contain a detailed section elaborating the environmental management plan (EMP) implemented for the Cultural Heritage and




Urban Development Project (CHUD-Phase II) activities in the city of Tyre. The EMP section is divided as follows:

- Introduction and maps of CHUD project zones in the city of Tyre;

- Description of potential impacts from construction on traffic, air quality, noise, landscape and visual intrusion, waste generation, water quality, health and safety, archaeology and cultural heritage, and socio-economics;

- Description of mitigation measures for each potential impact; and

The supervising consultant reported the implementation of EMP requirements stated below (refer to Table 8). Indicators and documentation were also provided where applicable.

Table 8 Implemented Environmental Mitigation Measures (Progress Reports No 19 to 24, Works Phase II - Bawabeh Square, Hammam Square and Hamra Street)



- Public communication through direct meetings with the Municipality; - Implementation of re-routing schemes where required at Zone H and B; - Provision of clear adequate signage at least 500 meters around construction sites; - Adopting clear delineation and channeling measures at least 500 meters around construction sites -Limiting movement of heavy machinery to off-peak hours - Providing prior notification about work and heavy equipment movement schedule in zones where road rehabilitation works are executed with coordination with the municipality policemen on day prior to works. - Re-opening roads adjacent to construction sites as early as possible, even before final readiness of the site - Provision of close coordination with local traffic control departments through municipal policemen.


- Site and stock pile enclosure; -On-site mixing in enclosed or shielded areas. Mixing was done manually in small quantities for tiles and curbstone fixing. - Proper unloading operations (manual transport with wheelbarrow was used to transport materials to the site) - Sealing of completed earthworks directly after the installation of underground electrical cables in zones B and H - Providing re-vegetation as soon as possible and planting new trees and creating green areas in different zones - Keeping hauling routes free of dust and regularly cleaned after each activity; - Maintain low traffic speeds on-site with proper enforcement - Regular off-site maintenance and repair of construction machinery.






- Control of timing of noise generation through limiting activities to short durations during the day; - Road maintenance took place just after the completion works to avoid traffic congestion and minimize noise level. -Enforcement of speed limits during construction of walkway stairs and sidewalks along the road in zone A,B , C ,D and H. - Employing low noise machinery by using small machines and hand tools - Proper Maintenance of equipment and machinery but not on-site


- Preserving existing vegetation in zone A,B, D and H - Appropriate landscaping will be implemented after the end of construction activities - Blending exterior construction material (tile color and patterns with the exterior construction features of the area.


- Waste transport and disposal at designated disposal site: by using part of the construction waste in re-used in filling activities in zones B,C & H and non-reusable construction waste is transported to designated disposal sites


- Proper surface and ground drainage: an appropriate sewage system was executed in Zone A and B -limitation of water usage during construction phase to concrete mixing - Minimizing soil exposure time during the construction phase (quick earthworks in zone B and H - Minimize chemical usage (lubricants, solvents, petroleum products) and use non-toxic biodegradable products (petroleum products were used in road asphalting.


-Providing pedestrian walkways by construction or rehabilitation of sidewalks in zones A,B,C,G & H -installing proper warning signs (red tapes & warning signs) - Provide protective clothing and equipment to all project staff


-NA


- Ensuring community participation through direct meetings with the Municipality; - Employment of local workers.

The supervision consultant stated that the EMP requirements and mitigation measures implemented for the activities are according to the CDR Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations and the Framework for Environmental Impacts Mitigation of the Conditions of contract.

The report included wide quantities of photos as evidence to the implementation of the EMP requirement. Referring to these photos, conformity and non-compliance with the below mentioned EMP requirements was documented by the supervising consultant (Refer to Table 9). It is important to note that some of the proposed environmental mitigation measures were not applicable on the site and type of works conducted. Some contradiction was noted in the justification of the supervising consultant (underlined in Table 9)




Table 9 Environmental Mitigation Measures that were not Applied and Relevant Justification (Progress Reports No 19 to 24, Woks Phase II - Bawabeh Square, Hammam Square and Hamra

Street)


TRAFFIC

Extended construction hours Activities limited to working hours


Delineation was adopted near the site


Movement of heavy machinery is associated to cutting, leveling and asphalting of roads. Site was temporary restricted to public access

Water damping of stockpiles when necessary The presence of stockpiles was for short term: the materials did not require to be damped with water unless urgently needed in dry conditions.

Providing prior notification about work and heavy equipment

Full coordination with the municipality and implemented thru the police of the municipality


After 24-48h, roads were immediately re-opened in zones where road rehabilitation too place.

AIR QUALITY

Spraying of long term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents

No long term stockpiles. Sand stockpiles quantity were limited to daily use

Spaying of long-term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents

Quantities were limited to daily uses and did not necessitate chemical spraying

On-site mixing in enclosed or shielded areas Mixing was done in open air areas manually and in small quantity


The number of stockpiles was limited for daily uses did not require dampening with water

Medium and heavily used haul routes permanently surfaced

Haul routes were permanently surfaced at an earlier stage


NOISE LEVEL

Control of timing of noise emissions Medium noise level was generating and located near administrative and commercial establishment with a few residential building.


In general types of works did not generate high level of noise

Enforcement of speed limits Enforcement of speed limits was carried out by municipal policemen.


Blending color(s) of paint NA

Blending architectural features Building construction was not carried out in this project

Provisions of visual screens or greenbelts NA





Implementing appropriate landscaping Appropriate landscaping will be implemented after the end of construction activities with an irrigation network

Complying with area building codes Not Applicable, the works are only related to infrastructure (no construction)

WASTE GENERATION

Implement solid waste management plan at archaeological sites No archaeological sites at working areas


Proper surface and ground drainage All surface & underground drainage networks will be tested for proper performance: corrected measures will be taken when and where needed


Petroleum products were used in the preparation activities in all zones engaged in road asphalting works

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Provide pedestrian walkways Pedestrian sidewalks at road works zones were left accessible and safe

Provide protecting clothing and equipment like a worker drilling without ear and eyes protective gear

-The contractor was instructed to strictly enforce the usage of PPE.

Installing proper warning signs (red tapes & warning signs)

Near works at all sites



Bawabeh area does not include any archeological sites

Avoiding the use of harsh abrasives and toxic chemicals NA

Encouraging the use of biodegradable, water-based (instead of solvent based), non-flammable, fire resistant, non-sparkling and breathable materials for rehabilitation works

NA

Implementation of Archaeological Chance Find Procedures, if needed

Archaeological Chance Find Procedures were not required



NA


SOCIO-ECONOMICS

Implementation of the developed resettlement plan during the design phase NA

*NA: Not Applicable




By checking the photos sent by the supervision consultant and after several site visits of the PMU responsible on the implementation of the EMP requirements comments about Non-compliance with the measures are underlined in Table 10.

Table 10 Implemented Environmental Mitigation Measures (Progress Reports No 19 to 24 Works Phase II - Bawabeh Square, Hammam Square and Hamra Street)

ASPECTS IMPLEMENTED MITIGATION MEASURES AS REPORTED BY THE SUPERVISING CONSULTANT COMMENTS OF THE PMU


- Public communication through direct meetings with the Municipality; - Implementation of re-routing schemes where required (at Zone B then H); - Signs were installed at all zones to notify the public about construction works; - Limiting movement of heavy machinery to off-peak hours; - Provision of coordination about traffic control with municipal policemen; - Roads were not entirely blocked except when asphalting, re-opening took place immediately in zones where road rehabilitation was executed.

-The contractor was cooperative to limit the rerouting of roads to 24h -in one of the photos cars were parking on the newly constructed sidewalk at Ahiram Spring. - Delineation was adopted near the site


- The number of stockpiles was limited for daily uses; - Proper unloading operations (manual transport and unloading takes place at the immediate proximity of the construction sites.; - providing re-vegetation as soon as possible; - Regularly cleaned through water spraying after each activity, regular off-site maintenance and repair of construction machinery; - On-site use of small size machinery and hand tools that release less dust, due to the narrow working spaces; - Use of machinery and equipment restricted to relatively short periods (short-term negative impacts).

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- Medium noise level was generating and located near administrative and commercial establishment with a few residential building - Use of medium noise machinery; - Good periodic maintenance of Machinery off site;

-Mitigation measures are necessary also in areas with high levels of noise. It is recommended not to state that since works are occurring in a non residential area, the increase in noise level will not have significant impact. -The road maintenance began after completion of the works in other area.


- Preserving existing vegetation where feasible (tree pruning where necessary); -future Implementation for appropriate landscaping with an irrigation network;

Private restoration of façade respecting blending architectural features




ASPECTS IMPLEMENTED MITIGATION MEASURES AS REPORTED BY THE SUPERVISING CONSULTANT COMMENTS OF THE PMU


- Demolition and excavation wastes are reused (for backfilling or as bedding material) or transported to designated dumps; - non-reusable wastes and are disposed of in Municipal waste containers.

When the contractor &consultant claimed that the temporary market is ready, the waste was covering the surrounding of the market. The consultant was strictly asked to follow the cleaning process before resettlement.


- the completed works is expected to have positive impacts on the water quality since an appropriate sewage system was executed in zone A and B - Reduction of water usage for concrete mixing;

-The positive impact on the water quality is an objective of the project, cannot be counted as implementation of mitigation measures. -a number of manholes were left open and full of solid waste, remarks were strictly given to the subcontractors to close any manhole even temporary until finalization of the works


-Pedestrian sidewalks at road works zones were left accessible and safe - Installation of proper warning signs; - Blocking streets during machinery works to prevent accidents. Restriction of access to construction site; - some workers did not comply with wearing personal protective equipment The contractor was instructed to be more stringent regarding the violation of safety procedures and strictly enforce the usage of PPE

- Pedestrian passing under the crane installing lighting pole; no warning signs are shown in the photo. -cars parking on sidewalks next to archeological site (Ahiram Street) - The consultant and the contractor were urged to apply the safety requirements. - installing proper warning signs (red tapes & warning signs) was not all the time respected. -Workers drilling next to a car parking without protection of the car or removing it. photo) -Opened manholes left unattended with no protection or warning signs which constituted a danger for pedestrian


Bawabeh area does not include any archeological sites _____


- Ensuring community participation through direct meetings with the Municipality; - Employment of local workers.

RAP will be implemented for the vendors in the

market




Private restoration of façade respecting blending architectural features

Private transformation to a restaurant and motel respecting blending architectural features facing the coastal promenade

3.1.4.2. Works Phase II - Fishing Port Area Waterfront, Public Spaces

The list of progress reports provided for works Phase II- - Fishing Port Area Waterfront, Public Spaces is shown in Table 7.

Table 11 List of Progress Reports Provided for Works Phase II- Fishing Port Area Waterfront, Public Spaces

PROGRESS REPORT NUMBER DATE EMP/ COMMENTS

Progress reports No. 12-13 01/01/2011 to 28/02/2011 EMP checklist for January-February 2011

Progress reports No. 14-15 01/03/2011 to 30/04/2011 EMP checklist for March-April 2011

Progress reports No. 16-17 01/05/2010 to 30/06/2010 EMP checklist for May-June 2011




Table 12 Implemented Environmental Mitigation Measures as reported by the supervising consultant and commented by PMU-CHUD



Traffic

Public communication Public communication achieved through Direct meetings between the CDR and the Municipality;

Continuous communication with the head of the fisherman syndicate


Installation of appropriate signage regarding the construction works at Menshieh Square Provision of alternate routes during the rehabilitation on Menshieh Square

for the other working areas (construction of new building and renovation of pontoons) traffic impact was not affected

Extended construction hours

Works during night hours took place at Menshieh Area to avoid disruption of daily activities in shop and to finish as soon as possible

Contradiction with the required noise level


Signs were installed all over the Menshieh Square area to notify about the ongoing works at all zones


Delineation tapes were placed during the infrastructural works along the roads in Menshieh Square area


The Contractor was instructed to limit the movement of heavy machinery to off-peak hours.







NA The type of works did not require providing any prior notifications.


Roads around Menshieh Square, which were under construction, were re-opened on the same day to minimize the impact on traffic.

Traffic flow in Menshieh Square is known to be low and limited even before the starting of works.

As for the construction works at the Workshop and Fishermen’s Rooms Building areas, the sites are distant from traffic circulation and hence, have no significant impact.


Achieved through the Municipal policemen.


Sand stockpiles were enclosed within the area where construction works of workshop and fishermen buildings are taking place

Material stockpiles were placed in one area adjacent to the construction works of the Workshop and Fishermen’s Rooms Buildings.

Spraying of long-term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents

NA Presence of short-term stockpile material and prevailing weather conditions did not necessitate the spraying of chemicals.


Limited quantities of concrete were mixed on-site at the Workshop Building

Ready-mix concrete needed for constructing concrete blocks for the new Pontoon was brought by Supplier

Reports 16-17 mentioned that mixing concrete was done indoor while in report 12-13 mixing was outdoor of the workshop


Manual transport (wheelbarrows) was applied to convey properly-unloaded material on-site

Unloading takes place at the immediate proximity of the construction sites.







NA Presence of short term stockpiles; materials do not require to be damped with water unless urgently needed to control dust in dry conditions.


Directly following the execution of works (sewer system connection) at Menshieh Square.


Future plan will be implemented to create green areas surrounding the port area.

Implementation of planting areas surrounding the Port Area is part of the CHUD II Port Area Project (but at later stages).


NA



Site cleaning and water spraying (3 times per day) were applied during and after the completion of works at Menshieh Square. Construction mesh cloth was used to prevent dust dispersal and public health effects

MIU complains about the dust and requested several the contractor to clean the working spaces


During the infrastructural works at Menshieh Area, low traffic speeds were properly enforced for vehicles passing through the roads around the construction site.

As for the construction works at the workshop area, they are distant from any traffic circulation.


Construction machinery was regularly maintained off-site


Construction works at the Workshop and Fishermen Rooms areas are located in a distant area away from residents.

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Works involving the use of heavy machinery were limited to the permitted daily working hours and are for short durations (at Menshieh Square).

-

Off-hours works took place at Menshieh area which caused a noise pollution and disturbance to the residents. (even if small tools were used)


NA Construction activities at the port Area took place away from residential areas

Nothing was mentioned about the Menshieh area (commercial & residential ares)


NA Road maintenance will be carried out after the end of construction activities.


Traffic speed was controlled during infrastructural works at Menshieh Square. -


low noise machinery was used in Menshieh area Hand tools and medium-sized equipment were used in most of the rehabilitation activities





NA No existing vegetation for preservation in Port area


Not applied during this period


Cement plaster was added to masonry exteriors to achieve a smooth surface for stone cladding of workshop building and painting for the fishermen rooms in latter stage.







Applied to the rehabilitation of buildings (Parcels) which include the fixing of wooden windows and doors in a pattern conforming to the surrounding architectural features. Also applied to the tiling works of the pedestrian walkway (color and pattern of tile used blends in with the architectural features of the area).


NA


NA Appropriate vegetation will be planted after the end of construction activities in the Port Area.

Plantation is one of the objectives of the project. It’s not a good implementation of mitigation measures during construction


Architectural design of Workshop and Fishermen’s Rooms buildings were designed to conform to the building code of the Tyr Port area.

These newly-constructed buildings do not disturb the visual appearance towards the sea.



Part of the construction waste is used in the re-filling activities at Menshieh Square.

Non-reusable construction waste will be temporarily stored in an isolated area then transported by the Contractor to a licensed construction waste dump approved by Tyr Municipality.

Lack of proper waste management with construction wastes disposed unattended and uncovered (photo)


NA -

Water quality/supply

Proper surface and ground drainage

Proper surface drainage will be achieved through the infrastructural works of installing storm water pipes and manholes at Menshieh Square (according to the international and Lebanese norms).

Wastewater drainage works have created positive impacts on the water quality and since an appropriate sewage system was implemented at Menshieh Area







Water usage was mostly used for on-site concrete mixing of limited quantities and the watering of hauling routes (for dust control).


Excavation works were applied for a short term in Menshieh Square and sealed directly following the execution of works.


Chemical usage was limited to painting practices for external structures such as metal gates for the Workshop, hand rails for the Fishermen Rooms building, and the painting works for the Parcels.

Petroleum products were used in the preparation activities in all zones engaged in road asphalting works


Temporary walkways were provided for pedestrian circulation to and from stores and residencies in Menshieh Square

- a photo shows the difficulty that a pedestrian is going thru to pass next to an excavation


Red tapes and warning signs were installed in the working areas to avoid risks to passers by Safety measures are not accurately followed

and implemented in some working areas.

Rehabilitation of facades without green curtains or safety nets on erected scaffolding for falling object while cars are parking nearby.

Provide protective clothing and equipment

Workers were equipped with personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety helmets, impermeable latex gloves, protective goggles, safety boots, and protective masks

The Contractor was instructed to strictly oblige all Project staff to abide by the instructions regarding the health and safety measures. Some workers demonstrated noncompliance with the safety measures instructed by the Contractor.

Personnel working at elevated position without protection from fall (refer to photos) This clause will be one of the reasons to send a warning letter to the contractor prior to the application of penalty for non compliance as per its contract

Follow CDR’s written procedures stipulated in the developed health and safety guidelines

The contractor shows a non-compliance with most of the requirements








CHUD II Port Area Project does not involve any archaeological findings or works.


For rehabilitation works the exterior structures such as doors and windows were painted with solvent-based material



Local labors with few foreign laborers are employed.





3.1.4.3. Summary of findings of environmental mitigation measures in Tyre and recommendations

The supervising consultant incorporated the EMP requirements and mitigation measures implemented for CHUD-Phase II activities in Tyre in his monthly reports to the CDR.

The EMP section was well elaborated in all reports. Appropriate clarification was provided regarding non-compliance with some environmental mitigation measures. Several EMP requirements were not applicable for the site or type of works.

Tyre supervising consultant’s performance with the supervision of the implementation of CDR HSE requirements and the Framework for Environmental Impacts Mitigation of the Conditions of Contract of CHUD-Phase II, is weak for the Port project

A warning before deducting penalties from its invoices will be addressed to the contractor of the “Fishing Port Area Waterfront, Public Spaces’ project for it’s non-compliance with safety requirement and solid waste management..

After several verbal request and warning from the MIU in Tyre, the implementation of the safety measures are still unacceptable.

It’s to be noted that several private restoration activities of facades were undertaken during the implementation of phase 2 in Tyre in particularly Hamra Street, Port area and coastal promenade.




No proper site cleaning at Menshieh square

Workers at elevated heights without protection from fall




3.1.5. BAALBEK AND TYRE ARCHAEOLOGICAL PROJECT

The supervising consultant (Rafik El Khoury & Partners) submitted 2 environmental management plan report for the first semester of 2011 for Baalbek and Tyre Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructures (report No 03 for the period of 01/01/2011 to 28/2/2011 and report No 04 for the period of 01/03/2011 to 30/04/2011). The reports consisted of two main sections (CHUD in Baalbek- Phase I and CHUD in Tyre- Phase I) with a structure comparable to the EMP reports presented by Rafik El Khoury & Partners for the other cities. For each of the 2 cities, an introduction with project works area maps was presented, followed by potential impacts from construction, mitigation measures and EMP checklist.

3.1.5.1. Baalbeck Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructures

The potential impacts from construction works and implemented mitigation measures as reported by the supervising consultant are summarized in Table 13. The supervising consultant also provided figures and clarifications where applicable.

Table 13 Implemented Environmental Mitigation Measures (Baalbek Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructures)




Traffic

-Based on the location of activities, no major impacts on tourists and citizens movements were observed; - Vehicular circulation was slightly impacted by the ongoing activities, especially during fences rehabilitation and construction.

- Public communication through direct meetings between the CDR and the Municipality; - Working hours were limited to the daily shift (no extended construction hours); - Provision of clear adequate signage at least 500 meters around construction sites (during fence rehabilitation and construction works); - Adopting clear delineation and channeling measures at least 500m around construction sites (Yellow tapes during fences construction to limit public access-occasionally they were vandalized and removed);







Air Quality

- Increase in dust due to earthworks and excavations that lead to exposure of earth layers; - Variable gaseous emissions due to machineries and equipment, especially excavators.

- Proper unloading operations (piled curbstone and sand piles unloaded by small tractors); - Sealing of completed earthworks directly following the execution of works and providing re-vegetation as soon as possible; - Keep hauling routes free of dust and regularly cleaned through site cleaning after each activity; - Maintenance of low traffic speeds on-site with proper enforcement (i.e., during gate and fences rehabilitation and inside the archeological site at Bustan Zein and Beit Nassif);

Noise

- High levels of noise are expected from the construction of new buildings at Bustan Zein and restoration of fences surrounding the archeological site. The type of works requires the use of a very wide range of machineries such as excavators, loaders, trucks and hand compressors; - No noise generation is expected from the rehabilitation activities at Beit Nassif where manual tools are used.

- Construction of site enclosure (works are located in enclosed areas at the archeological site restricted to visitors); - Enforcement of speed limits; -Use of low noise machinery, or machinery with noise shielding and/or sound absorption material; - Proper regular off-site maintenance of equipment and machinery.


Short-term visual intrusion and landscape disturbance are expected during construction and rehabilitation activities (excavation, stockpiling and backfilling). - Implementing appropriate landscaping (appropriate vegetation will be planted after the end of construction activities).

- Preserving existing vegetation where feasible (Trees conserved at Beit Nassif and Bustan Zein);

Waste Generation

Production of waste from: - Excavation and demolition works; - Packaging and wrapping of materials such as papers, plastics, wood, spare parts; - Domestic waste.

- Waste transport and disposal at designated disposal sites (integrated solid waste management); - Demolition and excavation wastes which are not reused on site are integrated in the local waste management plan adopted by the Municipality of Baalbek;







Water Quality

- Potential pollution of surface and groundwater from the use of solvents, particularly after rainfall; - Potential accidental leaks from on-site use of fuel and lubricants for operating vehicles and heavy machinery; - Potential pollution from on-site concrete pouring and mixing.

- Reduction of water usage during construction phase to ensure an efficient water use; - Minimizing soil exposure time during the construction phase (quick earthworks); -Minimize chemical usage (lubricants, solvents, petroleum products) and use non-toxic biodegradable products limited quantities of bitumen were used for waterproofing and concrete foundations.

Health and Safety

- Potential increase in risk due to lack of compliance of workers with the usage of PPE; no major injury was reported during the construction phase from July to December 2010; - No expected impact on local communities at Bustan Zein and Beit Nassif since the works are distant from residential areas; - Potential negative impacts on local communities and tourists from the rehabilitation works surrounding the archeological site and ruins.

- Installing proper warning signs and yellow tapes in the vicinity of archeological sites; - Providing protective clothing and equipment, the contractor was instructed to strictly enforce the use of PPE;


- No significant negative impact is expected to be generated. Works are being implemented with maximum care to prevent any potential irreversible damages; - Works near archeological sites were executed in the presence of DGA representatives.







Socio-economics

A. Potential long term positive impacts: - Increase in the number of tourists and their expenditures; - Recruitment of local workers and project staff; - Enhancement of the area Gross Domestic Income (GDI) and progress in the living conditions and standards; - Elimination of the negative visual impact caused by poor architectural maintenance. B. Potential short-term negative impacts from construction works: - Significant disturbance to residents during rehabilitation, renovation, and infrastructure works; - Temporary disruption of daily activities as a result of the infrastructure and construction works;

- Ensuring community participation through direct meetings with the Municipality; - Employment of local workers;

The supervising consultant documented non-compliance with the below mentioned EMP requirements (Refer to Table 14). Some of the proposed environmental mitigation measures were not applicable to the site and type of works conducted.

Table 14 Environmental Mitigation Measures that were not Applied and Relevant Justification (Baalbeck Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructure)


TRAFFIC

Implementation of re-routing schemes where required NA Do not include rehabilitation of road works

Extended construction hours NA works were limited to day time hours


Heavy machineries were not used in Baalbek CHUD project light machinery and hand tools were mainly used


NA works did not necessitate any prior notification


NA, works do not include roads restoration

Provide close coordination with local traffic control departments NA





AIR QUALITY

Spraying of long term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents No long term stockpiles

Site and stock pile enclosure NA


-For fence construction works, short-term on-site mixing was done in open air areas; -Ready-mix concrete was provided by suppliers.


The number of stockpiles was limited for daily uses



Maintenance and repair of construction machinery.

NA on-site: maintenance of machinery is conducted off –site

NOISE LEVEL


NA: construction and rehabilitation works are not in the vicinity of residential areas

Control timing of noise emission Working areas are away from residential vicinity

Proper road maintenance CHUD archaeological project does not include rehabilitation of roads



Blending exterior construction material Not applicable for the period from Jan-April 2011

Blending architectural features NA

Provisions of visual screens or greenbelts NA

Conforming with the area building code Storage and labs are built in accordance to specifications set by the DGA

WASTE GENERATION



Proper surface and ground drainage NA

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Providing pedestrian walkways NA



Documentation of buried sites and conservation of material NA





Implementing a documentation operation on all removed stones within the site and old city centers

Encouraging the use of biodegradable, water-based (instead of solvent based), non-flammable, fire resistant, non-sparkling and breathable materials for rehabilitation works

Implementation of Archaeological Chance find procedures, if needed

Covering abraded areas with low impact temporary installations like wooden platforms

Controlling vegetation growth using appropriate biocides after mechanical removal,


Cleaning areas in need of consolidation by mechanical or chemical methods

NA No archaeological ruins were found during this period

SOCIO-ECONOMICS


3.1.5.2. Tyre Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructures

The potential impacts from construction works and implemented mitigation measures as reported by the supervising consultant are summarized in Table 13. The supervising consultant also provided figures and clarifications where applicable similarly to the Baalbek archeological works EMP section.




Table 19 Implemented Environmental Mitigation Measures (Tyre Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructures)




Traffic

Traffic circulation and pedestrian movements unaffected by the ongoing works

- Public communication through direct meetings with the Municipality; - Working hours were limited to the day time hours (no extended construction hours); - Provision of clear adequate signage at least 500 meters around construction sites (i.e., during fence renovation in city site); - Adopting clear delineation and channeling measures at least 500m around construction sites (Delineation tapes during fences construction to limit public access. Red tapes were used during the works on fences at the city site, proper delineation tapes were applied throughout the El Bass site for visitor guidance.

Air Quality

- Increase in dust due to hauling of materials, excavation works and general clearing; - Gaseous emissions due to machineries and equipment, especially excavators.

-site and stockpile enclosure; sand stockpiles were covered with plastic sheets (to minimize dust dispersal) -onsite mixing in enclosed or shielded areas: concrete was mixed in open air far from archaeological ruins and ready-mix concrete was brought by suppliers - Proper unloading operations (piled curbstone and sand piles), small tractors unloaded material in designates areas within the Project site onsite manual transport (wheelbarrows) of properly unloaded material; - Sealing of completed earthworks directly following the execution of works at El Bass site and providing re-vegetation as soon as possible (future plans will be implemented to landscape areas and newly constructed buildings); - Keeping hauling routes free of dust and regularly cleaned after each activity; - Maintenance of low traffic speeds on-site with proper enforcement (i.e., during fences rehabilitation at city site although works did not effect traffic flow);







Noise

- Use of different types of machinery that are noise sources; - No noise generation is expected in areas where manual tools are used.

- Construction of site enclosure (works are located in enclosed areas at the archeological site); - Control of noise emissions timing through limiting the activities to daily working hours; -Use of Low noise machinery, or machinery with noise shielding and/or sound absorption material- hand tools were mainly used throughout the activities; - Proper regular off-site maintenance of equipment and machinery.


Short-term visual intrusion and landscape disturbance are expected during construction activities

- Preserving existing vegetation where feasible (Trees conserved at El Bass Site); - Implementing appropriate landscaping (appropriate vegetation will be planted after the end of construction activities); - Complying with area building codes (i.e., new buildings at EL Bass Site will not disturb the appearance of the archaeological site).

Waste Generation

Production of waste from: - Excavation and demolition works; - Packaging and wrapping of materials such as papers, plastics, wood, spare parts; - Domestic waste.

- Waste transport and disposal at designated disposal sites) Demolition and excavation materials were reused on site and non-reusable construction wastes were transfered to designated disposal spots approved by the municipality; Domestic wastes delivered to Tyre solid waste collectors.

Water Quality

Potential leakage of oil, lubricants and concrete batching

- Proper surface and ground drainage; - Reduction of water usage during construction phase to ensure an efficient water use; - Minimizing soil exposure time during the construction phase (quick earthworks); - Minimize chemical usage (lubricants, solvents, petroleum products) and use non-toxic biodegradable products limited quantities of bitumen were used for waterproofing and concrete foundations for El Bass site entrance and Pergulas’ foundations







Health and Safety

- Potential increase in risk due to lack of compliance of workers with the usage of PPE; - No expected impact on local communities from the activities at the storage area, the cafeteria and the ticket office at El Bass site since the works are distant from residential areas; - Potential negative impacts on local communities and tourists from the rehabilitation works of fences surrounding the archeological site and ruins where appropriate warning signs are not placed.

- Installing proper warning signs and red tapes in the vicinity of archeological sites these were at times stolen and sabotaged; - Providing protective clothing and equipment; the contractor was instructed to strictly enforce the use of PPE some workers did not demonstrate compliance;


- No significant negative impact is expected to be generated. Works are being implemented with maximum care to prevent any potential irreversible damages; - Works near archeological sites were executed in the presence of DGA representatives.

- Implementing a documentation operation on all removed stones within the sites and old city centers-Archaeological ruins were moved by the DGA

Socio-economics

Negative impacts from construction works extended only over short periods

- Ensuring community participation through direct meetings with the Municipality; Employment of local workers.

The supervising consultant documented non-compliance with the below mentioned EMP requirements (Refer to




Table 15). Some of the proposed environmental mitigation measures were not applicable to the site and type of works conducted.




Table 15 Environmental Mitigation Measures that were not Applied and Relevant Justification (Tyre Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructure)


COMMENTS/CLARIFICATION OF SUPERVISING CONSULTANT

TRAFFIC

Implementation of re-routing schemes where required NA

Extended construction hours NA

Limiting movement of heavy machinery to off-peak hours No heavy machineries used


The types of works did not require any notification


NA

Provide close coordination with local traffic control departmenets in each city NA

AIR QUALITY

Spraying of long term stockpiles with chemical bonding agents No long term stockpiles


The number of stockpiles was limited for daily uses


Dampening un-surfaced haul routes Short term stock piles

Maintenance and repair of construction machinery.

NA on-site: maintenance of machinery is conducted off –site

NOISE LEVEL


NA: construction and rehabilitation works are distant from residential areas

Proper road maintenance NA no road works included

Enforcement of speed limits NA





Provision of visual screens or greenbelts

Not applicable for the period from January to April 2011 as works are still in the construction stage

WASTE GENERATION



NA NA

HEALTH AND SAFETY





COMMENTS/CLARIFICATION OF SUPERVISING CONSULTANT

Providing pedestrian walkways NA


Documentation of buried sites and conservation of materials no finds found during this period


Encouraging the use of biodegradable, water-based (instead of solvent-based), non-flammable, fire resistant, non-sparkling and breathable materials for rehabilitation works

NA

Implementation of Archaeological Chance finds Procedures, if needed NA


Controlling vegetation growth using appropriate biocides after mechanical removal,

NA


NA


SOCIO-ECONOMICS


3.1.5.3. Baalbeck and Tyre Archeological Works Phase I- Infrastructures and Comments of the PMU

The environmental mitigation measures reporting by the supervising consultant (Rafik El Khoury & Partners) is well-elaborated and detailed. An overall compliance with EMP requirements and commitment to mitigate potential environmental impacts from construction works was described by the supervising consultant.

Some contradiction in the following aspects was noted in the reported environmental mitigation measures for Tyre:

Cleaning areas of the site was not composed at the end of works, often one can see remains of concrete in areas where it was mixed, unclean finishing for the placement of the fences, remains of construction demolition that were not cleared.

Although the consultant has warned several times about implementing safety requirements, workmen did not adhere to the warnings of the contractor.

This report is based on the months of January through April. Recently after works have begun on the museum structure, archaeological remains have been retrieved that have been hidden from war damages by the DGA during the Lebanese civil war. These have been documented and stored under the authority of the DGA.




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