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Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP)Project- Harcourt Mountain Bike Park ConstructionLocation- Harcourt, VictoriaMay 2017Report Version- 1BProject: Harcourt MTBTitle: Harcourt MTB ConstructionDocument#: 43EMPthIssue Date: 4 May 2017Author: Luke ChiuApproval: Simon FrenchVersion: 1BthRevision Date: 5 May 2017
Table of Contents1Document Control . 42Company environmental policy . 53Statement of commitment . 74Summary of site and surrounding area . 95Site map . 106Proposed activities summary . 117Environmental risks and controls . 117.12Overview of activities . 11Project summary . 11Trail construction summary . 12Proposed trail design methodology . 12Proposed construction methodology . 13Overview. 27Flora damage/disturbance risks and controls . 28Fauna disturbance risks and controls. 31Fire risks and controls . 32Erosion and sediment risks and controls . 33Ground water management . 36Weeds and pests risks and controls . 37Chemical spill/contamination risks and controls. 38Noise and vibration risks and controls . 39Waste management risks and controls . 40Staff and contractor management . 41Cultural heritage disturbance risks and controls . 42Project: Harcourt MTBTitle: Harcourt MTB ConstructionDocument#: 43EMPthIssue Date: 4 May 2017Author: Luke ChiuApproval: Simon FrenchVersion: 1BthRevision Date: 5 May 2017
8Staff agreement . 449Contractor agreement. 4510Glossary of key terms . 4611Related policies . 4911.111.211.311.411.511.611.711.811.9Flora and fauna management . 49Surface water and spoil management. 52Noise and vibration management . 55Waste management . 58Chemicals management . 61Contractor management . 64Legislative change management . 66Roles, responsibilities and accountabilities . 67Training, competency and awareness . 69Project: Harcourt MTBTitle: Harcourt MTB ConstructionDocument#: 43EMPthIssue Date: 4 May 2017Author: Luke ChiuApproval: Simon FrenchVersion: 1BthRevision Date: 5 May 2017
1 Document ControlDocument version1ADate4th May 20171B5th May 2017Project: Harcourt MTBTitle: Harcourt MTB ConstructionDocument#: 43EMPthIssue Date: 4 May 2017Revised bySimon French(Managing Director)Luke Chiu(General Manager)Author: Luke ChiuApproval: Simon FrenchVersion: 1BthRevision Date: 5 May 2017Signed
2 Company environmental policyAimDirt Art is committed to conducting business in an environmentally aware and responsible manner. Dirt Art seeks the co-operation of companymanagement, employees, contractors and project partners in ensuring that organisational practices are conducted with the most minimalenvironmental impact.ObjectiveTo work with employees, contractors and project partners to deliver project outcomes that limit environmental impacts, and where possibleprovide a net environmental benefit.PolicyDirt Art will work proactively to minimise impact on the following: Atmospheric emissionsSite contamination and spillsNoise Emission and Vibration impactsDamage and/or disruption to flora and faunaStorm water, erosion and sediment managementUnnecessary energy consumptionTo fulfil this commitment, Dirt Art will observe all environment laws and promote environmental awareness among all staff and contractors toincrease understanding of environmental matters.Dirt Art will actively take part in the following: Comprehensive planning to limit project environmental impactsLimit flora and fauna disturbance across all projectsAssess Eco-footprint to identify environmental impacts and move towards more sustainable practicesIdentify waste streams and options for effective waste managementProject: Harcourt MTBTitle: Harcourt MTB ConstructionDocument#: 43EMPthIssue Date: 4 May 2017Author: Luke ChiuApproval: Simon FrenchVersion: 1BthRevision Date: 5 May 2017
Improve purchasing (buy recycled materials, reduce waste, use less harmful/volatile chemicals)Improve storage (reduce quantity, waste and spills, Reduce odours by keeping containers closed)Conserve energy (eco-friendly lights, turn lights off, emergency efficient equipment, greener fuel sources –such as LPG and methane).Conserve water (install water saving accessories, repair leaks)Preserve water ways (clearly mark and protect storm water drains)Emergency planning and spill responseSeek appropriate licenses/permits from State Environmental Protection Agencies and other relevant Authorities.Improve education/awarenessNotify relevant authority in the event of a major environmental impact.Managing Director: Date: 25th December 2015ReferencesEPA Victoria – ECO footprint – Managing Impact on the EnvironmentEPA Victoria – Sustainable Business and IndustryProject: Harcourt MTBTitle: Harcourt MTB ConstructionDocument#: 43EMPthIssue Date: 4 May 2017Author: Luke ChiuApproval: Simon FrenchVersion: 1BthRevision Date: 5 May 2017
3 Statement of commitmentDirt Art recognises its moral and legal responsibility to minimise damage to the environment caused by work activities and practices. Thiscommitment extends to ensuring that operations do not unnecessarily endanger flora, fauna, sensitive areas, sites of heritage importance orpresent concerns to members of the public and community.The objective of this EMP is to actively work towards elimination and reduction of negative affects to the environment by ensuringenvironmental impacts are incorporated into all levels of the organisation, from planning to project delivery, and utilising best practicetechniques wherever possible.ResponsibilitiesManagement are committed to: Integrating EMP into all aspects of Dirt Art operationsCompliance with all relevant legislative requirements and co-operation with Regulatory bodies.Implement measurable targets to ensure continued improvement reflected in accountability/key performance indicators at all levels.Consultation with employees and other parties to improve decision-making on environmental matters.Identification of environmental issues, assessment of risks and implementation of best practice controls to limit negative impacts to theenvironmentDevelopment, implementation and review of written work proceduresDistribution and communication of information and work proceduresTraining and supervision to employees, contractors, clients and visitors to ensure EMP and written procedures to minimise environmentalimpacts are followed.Review and assessment of the EMP, including persons who are responsible for t
Title: Harcourt MTB Construction Approval: Simon French Document#: 43EMP Version: 1B Issue Date: 4th May 2017 Revision Date: 5th May 2017 6 Proposed activities summary 6.1 Overview of activities This project involves the construction of network of approximately 34km of mountain bike-specific singletrack trails. Trails will be constructed
