Site instruction on dust pollution by road construction works
- The following content is related to highway project construction site dust pollution due to construction works these are located in the camp site and part of the carriageway.
- It contains IE’s comments on dust pollution at the construction project’s highway camp site.
- This article contains a sample reference notice to the concessionaire by IE. It is about the generation of dust pollution and mitigation measures to be adopted. Also about dust generation and contamination of surface on diversion zones of construction sites.
- Moreover, the CA contains provisions regarding the level of dust emission control.
- It refers to the deficiencies identified in the Project Highway regarding dust generation and pollution during the construction and maintenance phases of the Project Highway.
- These instructions include a method to capture the detected error. Also, prescribing remedial measures along with time frame for corrective actions by an independent engineer.
CA provisions about the Dust pollution by road construction work and it’s mitigation measures
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As per clause 2.3 of schedule -D, All crushers used in construction site shall conform to relevant dust emissions control level. The control measures shall conform to stipulation of APPCB’s CFO.
- As per clause 2.1 of schedule -D, Generation of dust: All vehicles delivering materials should be provided with tail guard and shall be covered to avoid spillage of materials and dust blowing off the load.
- No fugitive dust emission at settlement sites arising from maintenance activities shall be allowed. All such operation leading to dust pollution in settlement areas shall be performed with necessary dust suppression by adequate water sprinkling. Such mitigation measures to be taken to ensure that no dust pollution arises from construction stock piles.
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Also, clause 3 of schedule-D of the concession agreement All crushers used in construction shall conform to relevant dust emission control legislations.
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The Concessionaire shall take every precaution to reduce the level of dust emission from the hot mix plants and the batching plants up to the satisfaction of the independent Engineer (IE).
- All existing highways and roads used by vehicles of the concessionaire, or any of his sub-Contractor or suppliers of materials or plant and similarly
roads which are part of the construction works are to be kept free and clear from all dust or other forgien materials dropped by such vehicles. - Plants, machinery and equipment shall be so handled (including dismantling} as to minimise generation of dust.
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Water will be sprayed during the non-monsoon months, regularly to minimise dust, in the whole crusher plant area.
- The concessionaire and contractor will utilise effective water sprays during the delivery and handling of materials when dust is likely to be created and to dampen stored materials during dry and windy weather.
- Materials having the potential to produce dust will not the loaded to a level higher than the side and tail boards and will be covered with a tarpaulin in good condition.
- The concessionaire and contractor will utilise effective water sprays during the delivery and handling of materials when dust is likely to be created and to dampen stored materials during dry and windy weather. Materials having the potential to produce dust will not the loaded to a level higher than the side and tail boards and will be covered with a tarpaulin in good condition.
- Also, As per clause 5.2(e) of schedule -D, The temporary traffic detours in settlement areas shall be kept free of dust by frequent application of water.
Sample site instructions on Dust pollution by road construction work in project highway camp office, and carriageway.
Case-1 Subject: Dust pollution by road construction work in project highway camp office-reg.
To The concessionaire Subject: Dust Pollution by road construction work in project highway camp office-reg. We had noted that the dust pollution level is very high at project highway camp site. This is due to non use of bag house filter in the crusher plant. You are being instructed to take preventive measures to control dust pollution with immediate effect. As it is affecting people working in and around the camp area. Thanking you, |
Case -2 Dust pollution by road construction work on construction sites-reg
To The concessionaire Subject: Dust Pollution by road construction work in project highway camp office-reg. Dust pollution occurs due to construction activities at this location. Measures must be taken to minimize the generation of dust at the construction site. This is to create a safe environment for workers as well as existing road users. Also, all activities leading to dust pollution in the areas are carried out with necessary dust suppression by adequate water sprinkling. Thanking you, |
Case -3 Dust pollution by road construction work on BC overlay construction sites-reg
To The concessionaire Subject: Dust pollution by road construction work in highway while surface preparedness works for BC overlay -reg. it is observed that, dust generation at surface preparedness works for BC over lay part is too high. Measures should be taken to reduce such dust generation, especially at work sites in residential/habitation areas. This is to create a safer environment for workers as well as road users. Also, all the activities that lead to dust pollution in the area should be done with adequate dust suppression by sprinkling water. Or the cleaning work should be done at night some extent advanced. Thanking you, |
Case -4 Measures shall be taken to minimise the generation of Dust pollution by road construction work at construction site and diversions zones-reg
To The concessionaire Subject: Instruct to maintain the riding surface on diversions at construction zones-reg. Measures shall be taken to minimise the generation of dust at construction site in aid to create safe environment to workers as well road user. Also All the activities leading to dust pollution in areas shall be performed with necessary dust suppression by adequate water sprinkling. Further, it is to be maintained the riding surface of diversion in satisfactory condition until the traffic detour to normal state and be kept it free of dust, potholes and other pavement distresses by undertake the requisite house keeping, maintenance activities on priority with frequent intervals. it is to clear the occupied spillage material and distresses over the riding surface between km.16+760 and 16+960 on urget basis. This action for maintain a safe conditions/environment for the users as it seems catastrophic. Thanking you, |
Case -5 Reminder notice to minimise the generation of dust at construction site and diversions zones-reg
To The concessionaire Subject: Reminder notice for maintenance of riding surface on diversions at construction zones-reg. No mitigation measures are put in to control the dust emissions at construction site. Shall take effective steps in place against dust problems to reduce the level of dust emission. Thanking you, |
Note to a visitor about the Site instruction on dust pollution by road construction works
It is that a few important and mandatory aspects are only discussed herewith. Kindly note that the above inspection observations are considered examples. You may adopt the gist of the subject and change it to suit the current need. And before using this content in your letter drafting, you need to ensure the specific CA Contractual conditions and other aspects, etc.
It is suggested to read the article about site instruction on highway earthen shoulder construction.
Also, read about the highway Improper bituminous construction works and traffic diversion plans on the highway.
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