IEE Report Final

Parco Pearl Gas (Private) Limited, Lahore Revised Initial Environmental Examination (IEE)
Report 2024
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
INTORDUCTION
This executive summary presents an overview of the main findings of the Initial Environmental
Examination Report for the “Construction of Loading and Decanting Area of Parco Pearl
Gas Pvt. Limited” located at 32-Km Multan Road, Bhaipheru, Near Daewoo Workshop,
Lahore. The main objective for propose project is to construct Loading and Decanting Facility
on additional land for already EPA Approved LPG Storage Faculty. PPGL LPG Storage is
Already Approved by EPA Punjab with Approval Letter for Construction Phase vide Letter
No. DD(EIA)/EPA/F-116(IEE) 2022/612 Dated 01-11-2024. Construction of LPG Storage is
on going. Now Proponent has Purchase Additional Land on Front Side of Existing Site and
Decided to Install Decantry System on this additional Land. Use of Decantry will be only
Unload LPG Gas from Bowsers and Transmit to Storage Area (Already Approved). Separating
Decantry from Storage will be Safe Supply of LPG Gas to Storage area (Already Approved).
It provides a safe, economic and environment friendly Supply of LPG Gas to Storage area from
Parco MCR Refinery through Bowsers.
BRIEF OUTLINE OF PROJECT
Project Construction of Loading and Decanting area (Decantry) of

LPG Gas to LPG Storage Area of M/S Parco Pearl Gas Pvt.
Limited Lahore Site.
Location of the Project 32-Km Multan Road, Bhaipheru, Near Daewoo Workshop,
Lahore.
Proponent Name Agha Fawwad Mahmood
Consultant Name M/S EHS Services Pvt. Limited
Total area of plot 21 Kanal 10 Marla
Cost of project Approx. 20 Million
PROJECT OBJECTIVES:
The main objective of this project is to construct the Loading and Decanting facility (Deacntry)
on additional land of 21 Kanal 10 Marla for already EPA Approved LPG Storage Plant. It
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provides a safe, economic and environment friendly supply/Transmission of LPG gas to LPG
Storage Plant.
The overall aim of the propose project is to provide a safe, economic and environment friendly
LPG gas Supply to LPG Storage Plant which is already Approved of EPA Punjab. Considering
Following KPI’s:
1. Maintain continuity in supply of LPG gas to the LPG Storage plant through LPG Bowsers.
2. Easy and safe supply of LPG gas to Storage Area.
3. Help to overcome the scarcity of bulk LPG due to huge gap between demand and supply.
SITE ALTERNATIVES FOR INSTALLATION OF DECANTRY (LOADING AND

DECANTING AREA)
Site Alternatives for Construction of Loading and Decanting area will not be considered
because it will be constructed on additional land purchased by Parco Pearl Gas Pvt. Limited
adjacent to the LPG Storage Plant which already Approved EPA Punjab. It is the necessary
Part of LPG Storage Plant for Safe Supply of LPG Gas to Storage area. Therefore, off-site
alternative locations were not studied for this project.
SCREENING
As per directions of PEPA Act 1997, the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) /
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations, 2022, the project “Construction of
Loading and Decanting Area of Parco Pearl Gas Pvt. Limited” falls in the B (3) category
of mentioned in Schedule I i.e Oil and Gas Transmission system because the Perposes of
Decantry only Supply/transmission of LPG Gas to Storage Area from LPG Bowsers Coming
from Parco MCR Refinery.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS
An Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) study report has been prepared to identify and
predict the significant environmental impacts likely to arise from the commencement of the
project along with environmental impact statement followed by delineation of appropriate
Environmental Management Plan and Environmental Monitoring Plan to check the
implementation of the EMP. Proponent of this project have decided to conduct IEE report

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through Environmental Consultants, namely M/S EHS Services Private Limited at House No.
145, Abbas Block Mustafa Town, Wahdat Road, Lahore.
Details of Consultant is as;
Name of consultancy Firm: M/S EHS Services (Pvt.) Limited
Contact Person: Engr. M Asif
Phone No. 0304-4404111
MAJOR IMPACTS AND RECOMMENDED MITIGATION MEASURES:
Key impacts related to the construction phase include:
 Construction Noise
 Solid Waste
 Soil Contamination
 Air Pollution
 Community and Workers’ Safety
Mitigation measures recommended to be incorporated into the project include running the
machines and vehicles on good quality (low-sulfur fuels) in good working order ensuring
regular maintenance, tuning and servicing, and providing them with emission control devices,
such as mufflers and silencers, etc. Water suppression and covered transportation and storage
of the construction materials and slow driving on unpaved roads will control dust emission.
Regular testing for leakage detection will also be ensured. Solid waste of construction activities
will be used for flooring, while the remaining solid waste will be managed as per practices in
the area. For community safety, irrelevant persons will not be allowed inside. Safety of the
workers will be ensured by encouraging workers to use PPEs. Detailed analysis is given in
chapter 5.
Key impacts related to the operation phase include:
 Noise
 Wastewater
 Solid Waste

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 Gas leakage
 Safety, Health & Nuisances
Wastewater will be municipal in nature. Solid waste will also be municipal in nature. Safety of
the workers is an issue of prime concern in any occupational activity. Municipal wastewater
will be handled via Septic Tank. Municipal solid waste will entirely be managed in accordance
with the practices in the area. Wet suppression during floor cleaning will suppress dust
emission. Noise from the vehicles will be mitigated by regular servicing and tuning. Safety
issue will be managed by providing the workers with necessary PPEs (safety helmets, masks,
safety shoes, ear plugs, special suiting for various jobs and areas, etc.) and encouraging the
workers to use them. Gas detection system will be installed to detect any leakage. An
Emergency Response Plan and a firefighting plan will also be in place to deal with all sorts of
emergencies. Proper first aid box and all safety measures will be provided to cater any
emergency situation (complete gas leakage control plan is given in chapter 3).
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT & MONITORING PLANS

The development of the EMP is to make some person responsible for implementing the
mitigation measures as identified so that smooth implementation of the mitigation measures
can be assured. Monitoring plans have also been included to ensure the compliance of the EMP
by contractors and other responsible authorities. These plans have been included in Chapter-6
of the report.
During Installation, ambient air quality for dust level in particular, vehicle and equipment
exhaust, noise level (tests), solid waste management and soil contamination, and community
and workers’ safety (visual) need to be monitored. Monitoring Plan has been included in
Chapter-6. During operation Phase, solid waste management will be monitored. Plan has been
included in Chapter-6.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING
An environmental management and monitoring plan provide a delivery mechanism to address
the potential environmental impacts of a Project during its installation and operational phases,
to enhance project benefits, and to introduce health and safety standards of good practice to be
adopted for project.
This process requires proper monitoring to report any performance or any mitigation
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proper implementation of mitigation measures for the concerned operation and maintenance
phase through adequate monitoring.
CONCLUSION
It is concluded in this study that all potential environmental concerns associated with the
project have been adequately addressed, and no further study is required in this context. This
report further draws the conclusion that the impacts identified are easily manageable and
reversible, no long-term impact is expecting and no deterioration or consequential depletion of
local natural resources is expected. It is accordingly recommended that Environmental
Approval for the project should be issued by the Punjab Environmental Protection Agency,
subject to payment of the requisite scrutiny fee by the proponent of the project.

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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1..................................................................................................................................................... 10
INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................. 10
1.1 GENERAL...................................................................................................................................................10
1.2 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT...............................................................................................10
1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROJECT..................................................................................................11
1.4 NATURE, SIZE AND LOCATION OF THE PROJECT.......................................................................................11
NATURE OF PROJECT......................................................................................................................................11
LOCATION OF PROJECT..............................................................................................................................11
1.3.4 COST OF THE PROJECT......................................................................................................................12
1.4 DETAILS OF CONSULTANTS.......................................................................................................................12
1.5 SCOPE OF STUDY............................................................................................................................14
1.6 METHODOLOGY......................................................................................................................14
 SCOPING....................................................................................................................................14
 BASELINE DATA COLLECTION...............................................................................................15
 IMPACT ASSESSMENT..............................................................................................................15
 DOCUMENTATION....................................................................................................................16
1.1 STRUCTURE OF REPORT........................................................................................................16
CHAPTER 2..................................................................................................................................................... 18
STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS & STANDARDS................................................................................................... 18
2.1 EXISTING LEGISLATION AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK....................................................................................18
2.2 INSTITUTIONAL SETUP..............................................................................................................................18
2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION COUNCILS...............................................................................................18
2.4 RELEVANT LEGAL / INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK.....................................................................................18

2.5 PAKISTAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ORDER (PEPO) 1983.................................................................19
2.6 PUNJAB ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1997...................................................................................19
2.7 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, 2005............................................................................................... 19
2.8 REVIEW OF IEE / IEE REGULATIONS, 2022.................................................................................................. 20
2.9 GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF IEE/EIA REPORTS.........................................................................20
2.10 PAKISTAN PENAL CODE, 1860.................................................................................................................. 20
2.11 THE LAND ACQUISITION ACT, 1894.......................................................................................................... 20
2.12 LABOR LAWS........................................................................................................................................... 21
CHAPTER 3..................................................................................................................................................... 22
DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT.............................................................................................................................. 22
3.1 TYPE AND CATEGORY OF PROJECT............................................................................................................22
3.2 OBJECTIVE OF THE PROJECT......................................................................................................................22
3.3 SITE ALTERNATIVES...................................................................................................................................22

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3.4 LOCATION AND LAYOUT OF PROJECT.......................................................................................................25
3.4 1 Location of the Project......................................................................................................................25
3.5 LAND DOCUMENTS...................................................................................................................................25
3.6 LAND USE ON SITE....................................................................................................................................25
3.7 ROAD ACCESS............................................................................................................................................25
3.8 RELOCATION AND REHABILITATION PLANS..............................................................................................26
3.9 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT........................................................................................................................26
3.10 SUPPLIES.................................................................................................................................................27
3.10.1 Water supply...................................................................................................................................27
3.10.2 Electricity........................................................................................................................................27
3.10.3 Manpower......................................................................................................................................27
3.10.4 Firefighting......................................................................................................................................27
3.10.5 Health & Safety...............................................................................................................................28
3.10.6 Gas Detection System.....................................................................................................................29
3.11 SAFETY PLAN IN CASE OF LPG LEAKAGE..................................................................................................29
What are the general requirements?.......................................................................................................31
3.12 EMISSIONS AND EFFLUENTS...........................................................................................................................31
3.12.1 Wastewater....................................................................................................................................31
3.12.2 Air emissions...................................................................................................................................32
3.12.3 Noise...............................................................................................................................................32
3.12.4 SOLID WASTE..................................................................................................................................32
3.13 COST AND MAGNITUDE OF OPERATION.................................................................................................32
3.14 SCHEDULE OF IMPLEMENTATION...........................................................................................................32
3.14.1 Abandonment Plan:........................................................................................................................33
3.15 VEGETATION FEATURES.................................................................................................................................33
CHAPTER # 4................................................................................................................................................... 34
DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT.................................................................................................................... 34
4.1 GENERAL.....................................................................................................................................34
4.6 ECOLOGICAL RESOURCES....................................................................................................................39
4.8 QUALITY OF LIFE VALUES....................................................................................................................41
CHAPTER 5..................................................................................................................................................... 43
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES............................................................43
5.1 GENERAL...................................................................................................................................................43
5.2 SCREENING OF POTENTIAL IMPACTS........................................................................................................43
5.3 IMPACTS DUE TO PROJECT LOCATION......................................................................................................44
5.3.1 Relocation of People.........................................................................................................................44
5.3.2 Loss of Vegetation.............................................................................................................................44
5.3.3 Shifting of Utilities.............................................................................................................................44
5.3.4 Impact on Archaeological/Cultural Property.....................................................................................44
5.4 IMPACTS DUE TO PROJECT DESIGN..........................................................................................................44
5.5 DESIGN PHASE..........................................................................................................................................45
5.6 IMPACTS DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE...........................................................................................................46
5.7 IMPACTS DURING OPERATIONAL PHASE..................................................................................................51

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5.7.1 Land and Soil.....................................................................................................................................51
5.7.2 Solid Waste Management.................................................................................................................51
5.7.3 Wastewater......................................................................................................................................52
5.7.4 Air pollution......................................................................................................................................52
5.7.5 Noise and Vibration..........................................................................................................................52
5.7.6 Traffic management.........................................................................................................................52
5.7.7 Emergency Response........................................................................................................................53
5.7.8 Safety Concerns................................................................................................................................54
5.8 POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT MEASURES......................................................................................54
5.8.1 Employment/Poverty Alleviation......................................................................................................54
5.8.2 Increased Business Opportunities.....................................................................................................55
5.8.3 Tree Plantation.................................................................................................................................55
CHAPTER 6..................................................................................................................................................... 56
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT & MONITORING PLAN...............................................................................56
6.0 GENERAL...................................................................................................................................................56
6.1 PURPOSE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION...........................................................................................56
6.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN.....................................................................................................62
6.3 INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY OF THE UNIT....................................................................................................67
6.3.1 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES..............................................................................................................67
6.3.2 OPERATION MANAGEMENT & CONTROL..........................................................................................67
6.3.3 SUPERVISION & MONITORING..........................................................................................................67
6.3.4 COMMUNICATIONS AND DOCUMENTATION....................................................................................67
6.4 ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING.....................................................................................................................68
6.5 SUMMARY OF IMAPCTS AND THEIR MITIGATION MEASURES....................................................................68

6.6 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DETAILS.......................................................................................................68
6.7 ENVIRONMENTAL BUDGET.......................................................................................................................69
6.8 CHANGE MANAGEMENT PLAN................................................................................................................69
6.9 CHANGING IN PLANNING AND DESIGN.............................................................................................69
6.10 CHANGING IN MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES.......................................................70
6.11 COMPENSATION IN TERMS OF MONEY..........................................................................................70
CHAPTER 7..................................................................................................................................................... 71
STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION....................................................................................................................... 71
7.1 GENERAL......................................................................................................................................71
7.2 OBJECTIVE OF THE STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION.....................................................................71
7.3 PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS...................................................................................................................72
7.3.1 PROPONENT................................................................................................................................72
7.3.2 PROPONENT’S ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT TEAM................................................................72
7.3.3 THE RESPONSIBLE AUTHORITY...................................................................................................72
7.3.4 OTHER DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES...................................................................................72
7.3.5 ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTITIONERS AND EXPERTS.................................................................72
7.3.6 AFFECTED AND WIDER COMMUNITY......................................................................................73
Project Approval........................................................................................................................................73
Resettlement/ Relocation..........................................................................................................................73
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Interaction with Local Community.............................................................................................................73
7.4 STAKEHOLDER CONCERNS AND RECOMMENDATIONS..............................................................................74
CHAPTER 8..................................................................................................................................................... 76
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS........................................................................................................ 76
8.1 CONCLUSION............................................................................................................................................ 76
8.2 RECOMMENDATIONS...............................................................................................................................76
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
Decanting is a process of transferring gas from one cylinder/tank to the other during shifting,
maintenance, or decommissioning. Hoses, valves and adapters, tanks, and compressors used
for the process must be approved for use.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is used as fuel for cooking and heating in the northern
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rickshaws and taxis in Karachi and other parts of the country are run on LPG. The demand of
LPG in Karachi is consistent throughout the year and increases during winters in Punjab and
Northern Pakistan.
Although demand of LPG is persistent throughout the year, supply of LPG from producers (or
extractors) to distributors and marketing companies has been limited due to maintenance and
overhauling shutdowns, which often creates shortages. Besides that, LPG producers are also
limited in numbers and LPG marketing companies need to have a quota of gas to be allocated
by the producer. This factor makes LPG business vulnerable in the hands of LPG producers.
LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) is the generic name for commercial propane and commercial
butane. These are hydrocarbon products produced by the oil and gas industries. Commercial
Propane predominantly consists of hydrocarbons containing three carbon atoms, mainly
propane (C3H8). Commercial Butane predominantly consists of hydrocarbons containing four
carbon atoms, mainly n- and iso – butanes (C4H10). They have the special property of
becoming liquid at atmospheric temperature if moderately compressed, and reverting to gases
when the pressure is sufficiently reduced. Advantage is taken of this property to transport and
store these products.
1.2 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT
Name Address
Agha Fawwad Mahmood 5-A, Main Gulberg, Jail Road Lahore.
Phone No. 042-35790505
Email ID Nil
1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROJECT
The Project under study is titled as “Construction of Loading and Decanting Area of Parco
Pearl Gas Pvt. Limited.” Its salient features have been described later in this Chapter, Chapter
3 and briefly in Executive Summary of the IEE. This project falls in the B (3) category of
mentioned in Schedule I i.e Oil and Gas Transmission system because the Perposes of
Decantry only Supply/transmission of LPG Gas to Storage Area from LPG Bowsers Coming
from Parco MCR Refinery.
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1.4 NATURE, SIZE AND LOCATION OF THE PROJECT
NATURE OF PROJECT
This project is basically the Construction of Loading and Decanting Area of Parco Pearl Gas
Pvt. Limited which is the continuity of ongoing expansion project against the valid
construction phase NOC: DD (EIA)/EPA/F-116(IEE)/2022/612 Dated 01-11-2022. The main
objective of this project is to construct the Decantry for Supply of LPG gas for Storage Area. It
provides a safe, economic and environment friendly supply and Distribution of LPG to bulk
customers, distributors, home delivery, and direct customers.
LOCATION OF PROJECT
This project is to be located at 32-Km Multan Road, Bhaipheru, Near Daewoo Workshop,
Lahore. Google Earth map is attached herewith:
AREA OF PROJECT
Total Area which is required for of the Propose Project is 21 Kanal 10 Marla.
1.3.4 COST OF THE PROJECT
Cost of project has been estimated at PKR 20 Million.

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1.4 DETAILS OF CONSULTANTS
For the preparation of the IEE Report of the project, the proponent has hired the services of the
environmental consultants; M/S EHS Services (Pvt.) Limited Team comprising of
Environmental Engineers, Chemical Engineers, environmental experts and environmentalists
has worked on this report. EHS Services (Pvt.) Limited is one of the pioneers Environmental
Consultancy Companies in Pakistan with an unrivalled reputation for providing expert, tailored
services and solutions. EHS Services (Pvt.) Limited provides the environmental services,
litigation and consultancy to clients both industry and government.
EHS Services (Pvt.) Limited is providing quality services in various environmental sectors i.e.
 Environmental Assessment Reports i.e., IEE/EIA
 Baseline Studies
 Environment Management Plans (EMP)

 Designing of Emission Control Equipment
 Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) Designing
 WWTP Construction Supervision, Commissioning and Operations
 Establishing Bottled Water Plant based on RO or UF
 Lab testing (Drinking Water & Waste Water Analysis, Soil Analysis, Sludge Testing,
Petroleum/ Lube Oil Testing, Fertilizer Analysis, Pesticides in Water, Soil, Fertilizer,
Coal, Coke Analysis)
 Monitoring and inspection
 Environmental modelling
Contact Details:
Chief Executive Engr. M. Asif
Address House No. 145, Abbas Block, Mustafa Town, Wahdat
Road, Lahore.
Contact No. +92 304 4404111
Study team:
The following table lists the names of experts involved in the making of IEE report:

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Table 1: List of Experts
Name Profession Qualification Professional Roles

Experience
 CEO
Mr. Operational BE Chemical 10 Years
 IEE report Review
Muhammad Manager Engineering
Asif  Assessment of physical and socioeconomic
baseline conditions at the Project Site.
 Capacity building & training
Mr. M Iqbal Senior M.Phil. Env. Sci. 7 Years
 Conducting and monitoring of health
Environmentalist
assessment surveys
 Environment health risk assessment and
management
 IEE report writing
Ms. Amna Environmental MS 5 Year
 EIA report writing
Shahzadi Engineer Environmental
Engineering  Assessment of physical and socioeconomic
 IEE report writing

Mr. Hafiz Environmentalist BS. 6 Year
Tahir Environmental
Mahmood Sciences  Impacts assessment and proposed their
mitigation measures.
 Assessment of physical and socioeconomic
 IEE/EMP report writing
Ms. Iram Environmental MSc 4 Year
Shahzadi Engineer Environmental
Engineering  Assessment of physical and socioeconomic
 Impacts assessment and proposed their
mitigation measures
1.5 SCOPE OF STUDY
For the IEE study, the scope of work is as under:
 Description of physical, ecological and socio-economic conditions in and around the

facility.
 Project impact identification, prediction and significance at all stages of the project
including planning, implementation and operation.
 Identification and assessment of the workability of mitigation measures to offset or

minimize negative project impacts on environment.
 Identification of occupational hazards during all stages of the project and laying down
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1.6 METHODOLOGY
Methodology of preparing IEE report follows:
 SCOPING
The key activities of this phase include:

Project Data Compilation: A generic description of the activities relevant to environmental
assessment is compiled with the help of the proponent.
Published Literature Review: Secondary data on weather, water resources and vegetation,
and other relevant environmental features of the project area and the similar projects, is
reviewed and compiled.
Legislative Review: Information on relevant legislations, regulations, guidelines, and
standards is reviewed and compiled.
Identification of Potential Impacts: The information collected is reviewed and potential
environmental issues are identified.
Identification of Mitigation Measures: Mitigation measures are identified for all the likely
impacts in order of preference for avoiding the impacts altogether, minimizing their frequency
or extent and compensating or rectifying the losses; as may be found practicable in the project.
Selection of Alternatives: Based on the potential impacts and the cost required to mitigate
them, most crucial project employing the best available technology at the most feasible site is
selected.
Scoping Meeting: A scoping meeting was held to share this basic level of project information
with all the project stakeholders before the information is incorporated into the report, so that
some improvement can be sought out in the data as may be necessary, better or more friendly
alternatives can be selected, and better and more practicable mitigation measures can be
suggested.
 BASELINE DATA COLLECTION
A considerable amount of baseline information on the project area was available from the
environmental studies previously conducted in the region of other projects. A field visit was
conducted to collect primary data on the water quality, ambient air quality, noise level, and
ecological species surviving in the area and the ecosystems prevalent, and the lifestyle, socio-
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the areas around the project. For ambient air and water quality, tests were conducted by an
EPA-certified laboratory, noise level was measured using noise meter, and for socioeconomic
profile, people around the site were interviewed.
 IMPACT ASSESSMENT
The environmental and socio-economic features and other project information collected, is
used to assess the potential impacts of the activities. The issues studied include potential
project impacts on:
 Geomorphology
 Meteorology
 Groundwater and surface water quality
 Ambient air quality& noise level
 The ecology of the area, including flora and fauna
 Local communities
Wherever possible and applicable, the discussion covers the following aspects:
 The potential change(s) in environmental parameters likely to be affected by

project related activities
 The identification of potential impacts
 The evaluation of the likelihood and significance of potential impacts
 The defining of mitigation measures to reduce impacts to as low as practicable
 The prediction of any residual impacts, including all long-term and short-term,
direct and indirect, and beneficial and adverse impacts
 The drafting of monitoring arrangements of residual impacts
 DOCUMENTATION
This IEE Report is prepared according to the relevant guidelines prescribed by the Punjab
Environmental Protection Agency at the end of assessment. It includes findings of all the
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EPA Punjab, draft report was presented to the Proponent for review and comments.
1.1 STRUCTURE OF REPORT

IEE Report comprises following chapters:
Chapter 1: Introduction (A description of the project, proponent and consultants, the need for
the project and the report and method of preparing it).
Chapter 2: Policy, statutory, and institutional Framework (A description of the pertinent
national & provincial legislations, regulations and policies that are relevant and applicable to
the project and a demonstration of how the project conforms to them).
Chapter 3: Project Description (Full description of the relevant parts of the project and
summary of project inputs and outputs).
Chapter 4: Baseline Study (Description of project area’s existing physical, biological and
socio-economic condition, including geomorphology and soils, water resources, air quality,
flora, fauna and demography).
Chapter 5: Project Impacts and mitigation measures (Presents an assessment of the
project’s impacts, suggested mitigation measures in order of eliminating or minimizing the
impacts or compensating for the loss or rehabilitating the environment, residual impacts and
the monitoring requirements).
Chapter 6: Environmental Management & Monitoring Plans (Provides Environmental
Management Plan & Environmental Monitoring Plan for Installation and operation phases of
the project).
Chapter 7: Stakeholder Consultations (Role of the public participation is very important in
the design making process to achieve the goal of sustainable development).
Chapter 8: Conclusions & Recommendations (Concludes the IEE Report with a few
recommendations to conduct the project in environment-friendly manner).

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CHAPTER 2
STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS & STANDARDS
2.1 EXISTING LEGISLATION AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK
The Federal Ministry of Environment was responsible authority for policy making on
environmental protection in Pakistan but after 18 thAmendment in the Constitution, the
Provincial Governments have taken over the subject of Environment. This IEE study has been
carried out in the light of the policy guidelines of the Preparation of IEE/EIA Reports under
the procedures and practices formulated by the Pak EPA and adopted by the Punjab
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
2.2 INSTITUTIONAL SETUP

2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION COUNCILS
The Punjab Environmental Protection Council (PEPC) is the apex decision-making body of
Punjab. It has been developed under the provision of Punjab Environmental Protection Act
1997. It is headed by Chief Minister of Punjab with other members.
2.4 RELEVANT LEGAL / INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK
In 1983, the Government of Pakistan issued an Environmental Protection Ordinance (EPO)

that was replaced by the PEPA, 1997, through an Act of Parliament. According to the
18thAmendment in Constitution, the PEPA 1997 has been confined to Federal Area and
provinces have been allowed to formulate their own environmental legislation in the subject of
environment.
Provincial Environment Protection Departments are also working on the formulation and
enforcement of environmental statutes and by-laws. The Pak EPA has issued several policies
guidelines and adopted measures for streamlining the environmental assessment. Though, the
need for environmental screening and assessment has received some weight during the recent
past, strict implementation of the NEQS is still a dream to be realized. The applicable laws for
the environmental study of the Project are briefly described below:
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2.5 PAKISTAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ORDER (PEPO)

1983
In 1983, the Government of Pakistan issued an Environmental Protection Ordinance (EPO)

1983. It was the first legislation promulgated for the protection of environment. According to
PEPO, 1983 it was necessary to carry out IEE / EIA for all development projects, but there
were no IEE / EIA regulations under that ordinance.
2.6 PUNJAB ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT, 1997
Under section 12 (4) of PEPA, 1997 “The Provincial Agency shall communicate its approval
or otherwise within a period of four months from the date the initial environmental examination
or environmental impact assessment is filed complete in all respects in accordance with the
prescribed procedure, failing which the Initial Environmental Examination or, as the case may
be, the Environmental Impact Assessment shall be deemed to have been approved, to the extent
to which it does not contravene the provisions of this Act and the rules and regulations”.
As per definition given in the Punjab Environmental Protection Act 1997, Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) means an environmental study comprising collection of data, prediction of
qualitative and quantitative impacts, comparison of alternatives, evaluation of preventive,
mitigatory, and compensatory measures, formulation of environmental management & training
plans & monitoring arrangements, and framing of recommendations and such other components
as may be prescribed. The provision of Section 12 has been incorporated “as it is” in the new
Punjab Environmental Protection Act, 1997.
2.7 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, 2005
The National Environmental Policy (2005) provides a framework for addressing the
environmental issues (particularly pollution of fresh water bodies and coastal waters, air
pollution, lack of proper waste management, deforestation, loss of bio diversity, desertification
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2.8 REVIEW OF IEE / IEE REGULATIONS, 2022
The Pak EPA has issued Review of the Initial Environmental Examination and Environmental
Impact Assessment Regulations 2022, to review the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) /
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) reports. Categorization of the projects for IEE and EIA
is one of the main components of the Regulations. As these regulations, the Projects have been
classified based on expected degree of adverse environmental impacts. Projects type listed in
Schedule I are designated as potentially less adverse effect, schedule I projects require an IEE
and projects given in schedule II require EIA to be conducted.
2.9 GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF IEE/EIA REPORTS
The Pak EPA has also framed Guidelines for the Preparation of IEE / EIA of projects in various
developmental sectors. These Guidelines are ideal for preparing the IEE or EIA report but line-
to-line preparation not necessary because Guidelines are not part of PEPA and EPA Punjab has
not any notification for adoption or follow these Guidelines.
However, this IEE report has been prepared in following the Guidelines.
2.10 PAKISTAN PENAL CODE, 1860
Noise pollution has been covered in section 268, which defines and recognizes noise as a public
nuisance. ''A person is guilty of a public nuisance who does any act or is guilty of an illegal
omission which causes any common injury, danger of annoyance to the public or the people in
general who dwell or occupy property in the vicinity, or which must necessarily cause injury,
obstruction, danger or annoyance to persons who may have occasion to use any public right''.
2.11 THE LAND ACQUISITION ACT, 1894
The Land Acquisition Act (1894) deals with the acquisition of private properties for public
purposes. There are 55 sections in this Act mainly dealing with area notification, surveys,
acquisition, compensation, apportionment awards, disputes resolution, penalties and
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2.12 LABOR LAWS
Construction and operational activities during the course of construction may affect
occupational health of workers. Employers are required to abide by labour laws in respect of
their own employees and to ensure that contractors to follow the relevant labour laws and rules
relating to safety of the workforce and creating a healthy working environment.

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CHAPTER 3
DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
This section of the study renders a detailed account of the project and its salient features, such
as location and various phases. Inputs and discharges relevant to different phases of the project,
such as electricity & material have also been examined as a response to possible environmental
concerns.
3.1 TYPE AND CATEGORY OF PROJECT
As per Review of Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) and Environmental Impact

Assessment (EIA) Regulations, 2022, the project of “M/S Parco Pearl Gas (Private) Limited
Lahore” falls in the B (3) category of mentioned in Schedule I i.e Oil and Gas Transmission
system because the Perposes of Decantry only Supply/transmission of LPG Gas to Storage
Area from LPG Bowsers Coming from Parco MCR Refinery.
3.2 OBJECTIVE OF THE PROJECT
The main objective of this project is to construct the loading and decanting system on
additional land of already EPA Approved of LPG plant of PPGL, achieving the maximization
of safety in the handling of LPG, promoting the reduction of cost and time savings in
operations.
The overall aim of the propose project is to provide a safe, economic and environment friendly
LPG gas Supply to LPG Storage Plant which is already Approved of EPA Punjab. Considering
Following KPI’s:
1. Maintain continuity in supply of LPG gas to the LPG Storage plant through LPG Bowsers.
2. Easy and safe supply of LPG gas to Storage Area.
3. Help to overcome the scarcity of bulk LPG due to huge gap between demand and supply.
3.3 SITE ALTERNATIVES
An open land which is taken by proponent from second party for the M/S Parco Pearl Gas
(Private) Limited for Loading and Decanting Area which is adjacent to Parco Pearl Gas
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commercial use which will be beneficial for the locals as they will get jobs. The site is well
located in regard to the following:
 Easy road access to the market
 No settlements at a safe distance
 No watercourse within a safe distance
 No ecologically sensitive or declared protected area in safe radius
3.3.1 Technology Alternative
LPG is well positioned to assist developing countries in the transition to modern fuels for the
following reasons:
1. Availability: There is nothing exotic to invent or improve. The transportation system that
moves it is in place, the tank to store it is available, and the appliances and equipment that
provide heat and power are “on the shelf”.
2. Infinite shelf Life: LPG does not deteriorate over time unlike some other liquid fuels that
gel, stratify or evaporate and must be protected from weather to prevent deterioration.
3. High energy density: Compared to traditional fuels in terms of weight equivalency, LPG
has ten times energy.
4. Environment friendly: It burns cleanly without smoke or residual ash, thus avoiding the
health hazards associated with indoor use of traditional fuels in the event of a leak, LPG
doesn’t contaminate the soil or aquifers.
5. LP Gas can be transported, stored, and used virtually anywhere in the world. It does not
require a fixed network and does not deteriorate over time.
6. LP Gas is very clean burning and has lower greenhouse gas emissions than any other fossil
fuel when measured on a total fuel cycle.
7. LP Gas is cost-effective, since a high proportion of its energy content is converted into
heat. LP Gas can be up to five times more efficient than traditional fuels, resulting in less
energy wastage and better use of energy resources.
The practical, operational and environmental characteristics of all four commercially available
fuels are summarized in the following Table:
COMPARISON OF DIFFERENT FUEL & THEIR CHARACTERISTICS

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Fuel Petrol Diesel CNG LPG

Characteristic
Urban Air Moderate to low High NOx, low HC HC (methane) Low NOx and
Pollution emissions of emissions. High emissions can be moderate to low
hydrocarbons PM emissions high. Moderate to HC emissions.
(HC) and Oxides relative to other low NOx. Very Very low
of Nitrogen fuels even with low PM. PM.
(NOx). Low reduced sulphur
particle (PM) levels. By far the
emissions. highest adverse
impact on public
health.
Global Moderate CO2, Lower CO2, low Potentially lowest Tailpipe CO2
Warming low methane CH4 and HC. CO2 of all fuels, levels lie
(Greenhouse) (CH4) emissions. Airborne PM may but this can be between petrol
Some questions increase global offset by the very and diesel.
re nitrous oxide warming. High high greenhouse Lifecycle CO2
(N2O) formation NOx levels may impact of comparable to
in the catalyst. result in methane (CH4) diesel, lower
elevated N2O emissions from than petrol and
emissions. these engines. CNG. Negligible
CH4 emissions.
Engine Noise Low High Low Low
Application Lowest cost fuel Complex high High cost and Cost, range and
system, so pressure fuel limited range on road
attractive for cars system increases Preclude use in performance
and light cost, but most fuel light duty equivalent to
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durable and reliable areas where there duty vehicles.

in heavy duty is no pipeline gas. Engines now
applications. Use effectively available for
limited to places buses and
where high medium trucks.
pressure natural Not constrained
gas pipeline exists to depot-based
operations.
Retail Nationally Nationally Limited Nationally

Availability Available Available Available
LPG has many technology advantages over other fuels, it is a cheaper and green fuel hence it
would be a better choice for use.
3.4 LOCATION AND LAYOUT OF PROJECT
3.4 1 Location of the Project
Particulars Details
Location Located at 32-Km Multan Road, Bhaipheru,
Near Daewoo Workshop, Lahore.
Tehsil Lahore
District Lahore
Road connectivity Nearby Lahore-Multan Road
Archaeological or historical site No archaeological site was found within 2-
3km radius
3.5 LAND DOCUMENTS
Land for the propose Project is acquired by PARCO and Possession Letter is attached herewith.
3.6 LAND USE ON SITE
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3.7 ROAD ACCESS
Multan Road is in easy and close access of the project site.
3.8 RELOCATION AND REHABILITATION PLANS
There exists no human settlement within a safe radius of the selected project site to be
displaced owing to the commencement of the Propose Project. No structure of any significance
stands at the site to be relocated or dismantled. Land is already under undisputed, and no fresh
land is to be occupied; hence, no relocation and rehabilitation is required.
The proponent of the project aims those standard practices and procedures shall be followed for
the restoration of areas disturbed during execution of developmental works.
The proponent has taken necessary measures for the restoration of the relevant areas which are
distributed during the construction of infrastructure, like hiring the contractor for transfer of
demolished waste and pavement of excavated land. The plants removed during construction
phase will be replanted especially around the boundary walls of site and in the open spaces.
3.9 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is one of the most widely used energy sources in the world,
both domestically and industrially, and its use are constantly increasing. Its handling represents
a complex and delicate process, which on many occasions the stages of provision of the product
lead to errors. For this reason, it is necessary to minimize the operations and controls under
human supervision, taking into account that the variables that influence their handling and that
depend on the control devices must be continuously verified, such as product levels, pressure
and temperature in the spheres that are used for storage. These variables must be within the
established security parameters.
The non-use of automation techniques maintaining the LPG dispensing service manually is
very inefficient both from an operational and economic point of view, so automating an LPG
dispensing system is necessary from both points of view in order to ensure its correct handling
and efficiency in delivery as well as a result of these improvements increase the financial
benefit of its operation. In this IEE, the results of automating a LPG liquefied petroleum gas
plant are presented, being the same from the operational and financial point of view, being the
same highly positive, achieving the maximization of safety in the handling of LPG, promoting
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3.10 SUPPLIES
3.10.1 Water supply
The surplus water during the construction phase of the project will be estimated to meet any
unforeseen situation. The water demand will be fulfilled from ground water. Water
requirement for maintenance of green belts will be done on daily basis by ground water
through pumps and pipes to avoid wastage of water. The water requirement for the
construction phase will be 1500 gal/day while during operational phase water requirement will
be 800 l/day for domestic purpose but Fire water storage capacity will be 140000 Gallons.
3.10.2 Electricity
Source of power will be WAPDA.
3.10.3 Manpower
A total of 20-25 employees including mechanical, electrical, operators, sweepers and other
managerial and office staff shall be working at project site.
3.10.4 Firefighting
The facility will have a comprehensive firefighting system covering all hazardous areas and the
other areas of the facility. This ensures that any fire within the plant is quickly surpassed and
extinguished. Firefighting and emergency catering facilities will include:
Sr. No Equipment’s Place/Remarks

1 Gas Detection Gas leakage will be controlled by providing gas detection
System system
2 Automatic Fire A suitable well comprehensive Fire detection and Alarm
Detection and system should be installed for the warning of any emergency
Alarm System situation throughout the LPG plant.
3 Fire Hydrants DCP Fire Extinguisher 6kgs
(controlled Type)
Co2 Fire Extinguisher 5Kg
4 Parking Area a. DCP Fire Extinguisher
(Capacity 6kgs. Controlled Type)
b. AFFF Fire Extinguisher 10 Ltr.
(Controlled type)
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d. No smoking
5 Security The outstanding security measures (cctv) walkthrough gates
Arrangements metal detector and cameras etc. should be arranged as per
sensitive nature of LPG Plant.
6 Fire Point for a. Water buckets large size 04
General Premises b. Bucket Stand 04
c. No smoking board 08
d. Shovel 02
e. Fire Hook 02
f. Fire Beater 02
g. Fireman Axe 02
h. Breathing Apparatus Compressed Air
Breathing Apparatus should be arranged for
emergency purpose.
7 Water Supply Adequate quantity of water shall be stored and made available
at all times for Fire Fighting purpose along with Diesel Driven
Generator for alternate power supply in case of Electric failure.
8 First Aid a) First Aid Box (complete)
Arrangements b) Stretchers 02
c) Blankets 04
9 Emergency Signs Each portion of the plant shall be clearly marked by a reading
“EXIST” in plainly legible letters not less than 6” inches high.
10 Emergency  The Evacuation plan shall be displayed at prominent places
Evacuation Plan in the plant area.
 The plan shall describe layout of the LPG Plant with the
details of complete firefighting equipment and emergency
exists.
 An emergency assembly area shall be clearly marked
outside the LPG plant.
11 Sprinkler System All LPG Storage Tank upper level shall have adequate
automatic water sprinkler system connected to the pressurized
internal fire hydrant system.
3.10.5 Health & Safety
For health and safety of workers, first Aid Boxes will be available and workers will be
provided with following PPEs
Sr. # PPEs Qty.

1 Gloves 10 Pairs
2 Shoes 10 Pairs
3 Mask 10 Pairs
4 Anti-fire suits 10 Suits

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3.10.6 Gas Detection System
A gas detection system with adequate number of detector heads at different locations shall be
provided for the LPG filling Plant. Gas detectors will be provided to detect any leakage. The
system should give audible alarm when detecting LPG at a concentration 20% of the lower
flammable limit and give direct signal to fire services Communication Centre when detecting
LPG at a concentration 40% of the Lower flammable limit. Each detector head should be able
to be isolated individually for the purpose of maintenance and testing.
3.11 SAFETY PLAN IN CASE OF LPG LEAKAGE
What are the risks associated with an LPG leak?

LPG contains gas, which, under pressure is highly flammable. There could be two main
kinds of health hazards associated with a gas leak –
Hazard#1: Those occurring due to inhalation of the gas
If inhaled, it can displace air, deprive your lungs of oxygen and cause hypoxia leading
to suffocation. The gas can also affect your brain and nervous system and cause euphoria
(happy feeling), difficulty walking or speaking, dizziness, hallucinations, lack of
coordination, nausea and loss of consciousness. Repeated exposure may cause mood
swings, depression, seizures, brain hemorrhage and impaired memory. It may also damage
your heart by causing irregular heart beat and high blood pressure. It may also reduce
blood cells, damage lungs and cause liver and kidney inflammation.
Hazard#2: Those occurring due to explosion of the gas if there is a source of ignition
Explosion from LPG can result in serious burns and can cause multiple injuries and even,
death. Blast shock waves can affect the ears, lungs and hollow organs of the
gastrointestinal tract of a person is close proximity to the blast site. Apart from that, your
lungs may be damaged and bleed or swell up due to the impact. The explosion may also
cause injury from fragments and other objects propelled in air. It also causes displacement
of air that can throw victims, against solid objects and cause injury like bone fractures.
There may also be hidden brain injury and potential neurological consequences. Even if
not injured, some people may experience post-traumatic stress disorder due to the
psychological trauma.
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The smallest spark or flame can ignite gas fumes and cause an explosion, so here are the
steps you should take:
 When a gas leak is suspected, extinguish all flames, incense sticks, etc.
 Close the LPG regulator and put the safety cap on the cylinder.
 Don’t light matches (or a lighter).
 Do not switch on/off any electrical switches or appliances.
 Open the doors and windows to ventilate building.
 Isolate main electrical supply from the outside.
 Alert the staff for use by alarms or siren
 Evacuate everyone from the affected area.
First Aid
 If inhaled, move the person to a place where he/she can breathe some fresh air. Let
him/her rest in a position that is comfortable, and if necessary, you can administer
artificial respiration.
 If there has been skin contact with the gas, immediately remove the contaminated
clothing. Rinse the affected skin with plenty of water for more than 20 minutes and
seek medical help.
 In case of eye contact rinse the eye and the eyelid immediately with plenty of
water for more than 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if any. Continue rinsing
and seek medical help.
The fire from a gas explosion can be extinguished with carbon dioxide (CO2), dry
chemical powder or water spray. Using a water jet and aiming water directly at point
where gas is escaping from not recommended as the water may freeze. Also, all
sources of ignition and flammable objects should be removed from the area. For the
safety of people, they should be evacuated from the area as soon as possible.
Precautions
 Always store gas cylinders away from sunlight, heat, sparks and flame.
 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

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 Protect containers and the valves against physical damage.

 LP gas cylinders must be stored in an upright position. The pressure relief valve
should be in the vapor space of the cylinder.
What are the general requirements?
 LPG must be stored in adequate location wherein vessels or cylinders are suitably
positioned having regard to the relevant codes of practice
 LPG plant must be designed to appropriate standards and be properly installed and
commissioned by competent persons
 Plant must be fitted with adequate safety and monitoring control devices and operated
by competent persons
 Occupiers must notify the gas supplier of any structural or other changes which might
affect the gas installation
 There must be a suitable programme of maintenance and testing by competent persons
 Plant must be identifiable and accessible for maintenance
 Records of maintenance and tests must be kept
 Precautions must be taken to prevent fire and explosion including appropriate protection
of storage vessels
 Installations must have appropriate security measures to prevent deliberate interference
 Incidents involving death or hospitalization, fire or explosion or a significant release of
LPG must be reported to the Authority and records of such incidents must be kept
3.12 Emissions and effluents
3.12.1 Wastewater
Effluent arising from domestic activities will be treated in septic tanks and then will be
discharged to local drain. LPG storage and filling activities give rise to no waste effluent hence
no waste water treatment system is required. Municipal wastewater will generate at rate of 700-
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3.12.2 Air emissions
No air emissions are expected during process. In case of leakage, broken down pipes, LPG
could escape which will have certain impacts on workers. For this, Gas detectors will be
provided. Further PPEs will also be provided to workers. Generator emissions will be
controlled by proper enclosure, maintenance and tuning.
3.12.3 Noise
During operation, loading and unloading will be the cause of noise. Proper tuning of vehicles
will mitigate this problem. Moreover, Tree Plantation along the boundary of Project and
Plantation within the unit will further reduce noise, since plants and trees serve as noise
absorbers. Construction activities noise will be temporary, and will be mitigated by measures as
stated in Chapter-5&6.
3.12.4 SOLID WASTE
Solid waste will be municipal in nature and will be handled by solid waste management
contractor as per practices of area. Solid waste will generate at rate of 0.4kg/c-d.
3.13 COST AND MAGNITUDE OF OPERATION
Total project cost is estimated to be PKR 20 Million.
Activities will include:
1. Applying for and getting all necessary approvals and contracts

2. Construction of boundary wall and other structures
3. Installation/construction of tanks and firefighting equipment
4. Maintenance of machinery and tanks
3.14 SCHEDULE OF IMPLEMENTATION
a. Phase-I (Start-up Phase)
Phase -1 is the start-up phase, which involves propose project around the entire site.
Most of the NOC’s required have been taken and this report has been prepared to obtain
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b. Phase-II (Main implementation Phase)

In phase II, required machinery will be purchased including LPG storage tanks, filling
points, cylinder filling area, transfer pump, during this phase machinery will be brought
on site and installed.
c. Phase-III (Wrap-up Phase)

Phase-III is the wrap-up phase. In this phase, all outstanding activities will be completed,
required staff will be recruited, and contracts with suppliers and purchasers will also be
signed after which the operational phase finally commenced.
3.14.1 Abandonment Plan:
After completion of life, building will be demolished according to regularity standards. The
garbage produced and debris generated by destructing the civil structure will be disposed of at
designated sites while metallic and concrete structure may be reused, replaced or sold in the
market. Dust/particulate matter to be generated will be minimized by constant sprinkling of
water. An environmental management plan will be put in operation for the safe disposal of
waste matrix, debris generated and garbage produced after the destruction of assembled
structure.
3.15 Vegetation features
Mostly the land is barren so the project will not cause any major adverse impacts on the
surrounding. Land selected for the propose project is barren only some grasses & shrubs are
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CHAPTER # 4
DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT
4.1 GENERAL
This section describes the baseline conditions, which cover the existing Physical, ecological
and socio-economic environment of the project as well as study area. Data was collected by
reviewing secondary data and field survey.
4.2 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

4.2.1 TOPOGRAPHY
The topography of the project area is flat. The General height of the area is approximately 220
meters above the Mean Sea Level (MSL). The district Lahore is divided into two parts. The
low-lying alluvial soil is along the Ravi River, and the upland in the east. Upland is a plain
slope from north-east to south-west. The lowlands are generally inundated during the monsoon
season by Ravi River, flowing in the west of district along its boundary with district
Sheikhupura. Below figure is showing the topography of the area.

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4.2.2 SOIL
The soil in the Project Area is cohesion less and is of alluvial type. Various soil layers below
the ground level includes: silt, silty clay, silty sand, poorly graded sand with silt, lean clay etc.
The soil is different in character and generally inclined to be dry. However, it is rich in
potential plant nutrients.
4.2.3 CLIMATE AND METEOROLOGY

Seasonal climatic conditions must be considered for the design and execution of Project. The
climate including air, temperature, precipitation, humidity and evaporation is an influencing
factor, affecting the construction of project and other engineering structures. However, to
determine the overall effect of the climatic stresses, daily and seasonal temperature changes,
site altitude, direct solar radiation, and precipitation must be considered. The Project Area has
extreme climate: it has hot summer and cold winters. The summer starts from April and lasts
till September. May, June, and July are the hottest months. The mean maximum and minimum
temperature ranges from 40.4 ºC and 27.3 ºC respectively for these months.
The winter seasons lasts from November to March. December, January and February are the
coldest months. The mean maximum and mean minimum temperature ranges from 19.8ºC to
5.9ºC in January. Temperatures in the Project Area vary from 5.9 ºC to 40.4 ºC.
The project area receives rains in all the seasons but monsoon rain is pronounced and
constitutes a definite rainy season between the month of July and September. The average
rainfall is about 629 millimeters per year. Below figures showing the temperature, precipitation,
and relative humidity trends in the study area

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Fig: Picture showing the temperature, precipitation, and relative humidity trends in the study area.
4.2.4 WIND
WIND SPEED IN THE PROJECT AREA:

Over the course of the year typical wind speeds vary from 0 m/s to 6 m/s (calm to moderate
breeze), rarely exceeding 11 m/s (strong breeze).
The highest average wind speed of 3 m/s (light breeze) occurs around June 21, at which time
the average daily maximum wind speed is 6 m/s (moderate breeze).
The lowest average wind speed of 1 m/s (light air) occurs around November 21, at which time
the average daily maximum wind speed is 3 m/s (light breeze).

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Reference: https://weatherspark.com/averages/32865/Lahore-Punjab-Pakistan
WIND DIRECTION IN THE PROJECT AREA:

The wind direction is highly variable and is not predominantly from any single direction. The
wind is least often out of the south (4% of the time) and south west (5% of the time).
Reference: https://weatherspark.com/averages/32865/Lahore-Punjab-Pakistan

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4.3 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY:
Atmospheric pollution, particularly in urban areas like Lahore, has a strong impact on daily life.
Motor vehicles are a major source of air pollution in the project area. Monitoring was
conducted at the project site by using Fine Dust Sampler IPM-FDS 2.5/10µ and Ambient Air
Analyzer.
To record the baseline ambient air quality of the project area, monitoring was conducted at
advised locations to assess the concentration of priority pollutants (Carbon monoxide, Nitrogen
dioxide, Sulphur dioxide and PM10) in the air. Lab reports of Ambient Air Monitoring are
attached as Annexure-XI with the EIA report.
4.4 NOISE LEVEL MONITORING:
4.4.1 BASIC ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

During the measurement following conditions were prevailed on workplace:
4.4.2 METROLOGICAL CONDITIONS:

During the noise level monitoring weather was dry and sky was clear. Air was blowing at
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4.4.3 MONITORING INSTRUMENT:

The description of the instrument used for the noise level
monitoring is given below:
Name: Digital sound level meter
Model: AR824
Company: Intel Instruments plus
4.4.4 Methodology adopted:

Noise level was monitored at four points; lab results are
attached as Annexure-XI.
4.5 GROUND WATER:
The underground water will be used as a source of water at the project site. Sample was taken
from the tube well near the project area to test its parameters. Lab results are attached as
Annexure-XI.
4.6 ECOLOGICAL RESOURCES

As climate of Lahore is semi-arid and subtropical, the vegetation of the district falls under
scrub, dry, tropical thorn forest type as per Phyto-geographical classification of the area but this
vegetation is confined to the graveyards in the Lahore city and the project site is free from such
type of vegetation.
4.6.1 FLORA:
There are small grasses and shrubs present at the project site. Some native trees were observed
in the surrounding areas. Native trees and plants of 6 feet height will be planted within the
premises of the project by the project proponent with the consultation of PHA.
4.6.2 FAUNA:
Different birds were observed at the project site during the site visit including sparrow, crow,
pigeon and dove etc. Other than that, no fauna was observed at the site during the site visit.

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4.7 SOCIOECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT:

Socioeconomic environment of district Lahore has been studied through secondary sources and
a brief introduction has been given below:
4.7.1 DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PROJECT AREA
The total population of Lahore District has crossed 10 million.
4.7.2 RELIGION
The population of the district is predominantly Muslims i.e. approx. 95 percent, other
minorities like Christians, Sikhs and Hindus etc. are approx. 5 percent.
4.7.3 EDUCATION
Lahore is known as Pakistan's education capital, with more colleges and universities than any
other city in the country. Lahore is Pakistan’s largest producer of professionals in the fields of
science, technology, IT, engineering, medicine, nuclear sciences, pharmacology,
telecommunication, biotechnology and microelectronics. Most of the reputable universities are
public, but in recent years there has also been an upsurge in the number of private universities.
The current literacy rate of Lahore is 74%. Lahore hosts some of Pakistan's oldest educational
institutes: Government College Lahore (now Government College University), established in
1864; Forman Christian College, a chartered university established in 1864; University of the
Punjab, established in 1882; Kinnaird College, established in 1913; and University of
Engineering and Technology, Lahore (UET Lahore), established in 1921. UET is also
Pakistan's oldest technical degree-awarding institute and its first university in the field of
engineering and technology.
Lahore's institutes in the fields of computer science, IT, and engineering include the National
University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (NUCES or FAST-NU) and Punjab University
College of Information Technology. Notable architecture schools include Beaconhouse
National University, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, University of South
Asia, National College of Arts and University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore. Notable
business schools include the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Lahore
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Technology. University of Education, established in 2002, is Pakistan's first specialized

university in the field of education.
Lahore also provides education in many fields of health sciences. Notable medical colleges
offering MBBS degrees include Allama Iqbal Medical College, Fatima Jinnah Medical College,
King Edward Medical University, Lahore Medical and Dental College, Services Institute of
Medical Sciences, Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan Medical and Dental College and
Shalamar Medical and Dental College. Important postgraduate institutes are
Punjab Institute of Cardiology and University of Health Sciences, Lahore. University of
Veterinary and Animal Sciences is the only college in Lahore providing education in the field
of veterinary medicine. Montmorency College of Dentistry is an important college of dentistry.
There are many institutes offering education in fields of nursing and pharmacy as well.
Notable schools include Aitchison College, St. Anthony's College, Lahore College of Arts and
Sciences, Lahore Grammar School and Salamat School System. Aghaz Scool System is present
near the subject project.
4.7.4 HEALTH FACILITIES
Ample medical and health facilities are available in the Lahore Metropolitan Corporation area
and its suburbs. Shaukat Khanam Hospital is the latest addition in the medical care facilities in
Lahore for the most dangerous disease in the country. i.e., Cancer. There are also other
hospitals of voluntary organizations which provide health cover to the general public. King
Zaid Bin Sultan Hospital is also a very advanced addition in the medical care for Lahore.
Among the prominent hospitals are General Hospital, Lady Willington Hospital, Mayo
Hospital, Fatima Jinnah Hospital, The Children Hospital, Services Hospital, and Ganga Ram
Hospital etc. Besides, a number of private medical practitioners, Hakims and homeopathic
doctors are also practicing in the city. Some famous Health facilities located in the Project
vicinity are Hameed Latif Hospital, Wapda Hospital and Lady Willington.
4.8 QUALITY OF LIFE VALUES

All classes of people are present in Lahore City; People lead lives according to their income.
4.8.1 CIVIC AMENITIES

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Civic amenities like potable drinking water, dispensary and rest area are available near the
project site.
4.8.2 GAMES:
Cricket, Football, badminton, Hockey, Volleyball, Kabbadi and Kushti are major sports of
Lahore District.
4.8.3 WELFARE OF EMPLOYEES

Management of project is mindful of the fact that the satisfied employees will deliver better
output.
4.8.4 HISTORICAL BUILDINGS NEAR THE PROJECT SITE
Pakistan Radio, Agriculture department, Punjab Public Service Commission are the historical
buildings near the project site.
4.8.5 AESTHETIC VALUES:
Like the general trend among the citizens of area, most of the people have low awareness about
environment. Even then, some people take cleanliness and neatness of the environment lightly.
Some people throw municipal solid wastes (MSWs) on the streets. Sense of personal
responsibility to keep the environment clean as good citizens is even now lacking among a few
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CHAPTER 5
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION
MEASURES
5.1 GENERAL
Assessment of impacts depends on the nature and magnitude of the activity being undertaken,
as well as the type of environmental control measures that are envisaged as part of the project.
The potential impacts from the project area are identified and assessed based on the type and
scale of the various activities associated with this project.
Several aspects and potential impacts were identified for each phase (Project Location,
Construction and Operation) of the development, with impacts evaluated in terms of their
nature, occurrence, possibility and severity potential.
5.2 SCREENING OF POTENTIAL IMPACTS
Several impacts are likely as a result of the construction and operation of the project. Such
impacts may be direct, indirect or ultimate. For the purposes of this IEE, these potential impacts
(whether direct, indirect or ultimate), are assessed based on their magnitude (short-term or
long-term) and effect (positive or negative). Impacts are also classified in three groups: impacts
due to project location, impacts as a result of project construction and impacts as a result of
project operation.
All the potentially significant environmental impacts from the project are grouped below:
Air Environment
 Impact on ambient air quality
Noise Environment
 Impact on ambient noise
Water Environment
 Impacts on surface and ground water quality
Land Environment
 Impacts on land use
Ecological Impacts
 Impacts on trees/vegetation

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 Impacts on forests and wildlife

Socio-Economic Impacts
 Impacts on other infrastructure
 Impacts on employment
 Impacts on public health and safety
 Impacts on cultural resources
 Impacts on aesthetics
5.3 IMPACTS DUE TO PROJECT LOCATION
Propose project will have both socio-economic and environmental implications as discussed in
the sub-sections below.
5.3.1 Relocation of People
Currently, there are no infringements on the project site that may be affected therefore
relocation exercises are not required.
5.3.2 Loss of Vegetation
Considering the scale of the project and commonly found flora and fauna within the project
influence area, no significant adverse effects are envisaged on the ecology of the area.
5.3.3 Shifting of Utilities
There will not be any shifting of existing utilities such as water supply pipelines, sewers,
electrical lines, etc. due to the propose of project.
5.3.4 Impact on Archaeological/Cultural Property
Within the project influence area there are no significant archaeological properties, hence no
impact in this area is anticipated.
5.4 IMPACTS DUE TO PROJECT DESIGN
Design of the project can have impacts on the environment if it is not prepared accordingly. It
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consider in design, not only due to environmental concerns but also due to economic and social
matters, promoting architectural quality and economic advantages.
5.5 DESIGN PHASE
At the design phase, no considerable impact would occur on land, soil, topography, ground
water, and on people of the area. However, in pre-construction phase a management system
should be provided at design level so impacts can be reduced. Design of the building would
adhere to all standard technical requirements in order to avoid adverse impacts on environment
and human health. All tanks and piping will be done as per standards.
 Storage tanks and fittings are designed as per ASME SEC. VIII DIV.2 Ed. 2017
 Boundary Wall Height 8 Ft.
 All LPG Lines are SCH-40 SA 106 Grade B
 All Fire Lines are SCH-40 SA 106 Grade B
 LPG Lines fitting are Class 300
 Water lines fitting are class 150
 Fire water storage capacity 140000 Gallons
 Fire water pump capacity 1000 GPM
 Plant designed as per NFPA-58/2004
 Firefighting equipment are as per NFPA-20, NFPA-15
 LPG line Hydrostatic test at 375 Psi
 Fire line Hydro test at 225 Psi
 100% Radiography of LPG Lines
 All supports of Fire & LPG Lines are RCC
 ESV 2” 3NOS
 ESV 3” 4NOS
 ½ “HRVS 21NOS
 Generator Capacity 135KVA, 112 KVA Standby & 12KVA for Boundary Wall lights
 UL Listed 500GPM Fire Monitors 6NOS
 UL Listed 6” Hydrants 3NOS
 12Kg Cylinder DCP fire Extinguisher 15 NOS
 50Kg Cylinder Trolly DCP Fire Extinguisher 02NOS

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The complete design of said project is made as per requirements of OGRA and they have
granted NOC to said company so there will be no such impacts due to design of project.
Complete details of tanks are given on map.
5.6 Impacts during Construction Phase
Environmenta Impacts and Mitigation Measures

l Aspects Impacts Mitigation Measures
Economy  During construction Phase, through the  No mitigation measures
Improvement
use of locally available materials required.
including cement, building blocks,
metals, concrete, ceramic tiles, timber,
sand, electrical cables etc, the project
will continue towards the growth of
economy by contributing to the gross
domestic product.
Employment  With the implementation of the project,  No mitigation measures
Opportunities
there will be employment opportunities required.
for casual workers from the local
community. The exact number of
workers to be hired will depend on the
magnitude of construction activities
during construction.
Air Quality  During construction phase particulate  Dust emission will be
matter will be the main pollutant which minimized through strict
will be generated during the site enforcement of onsite
development activities such as levelling speed controls as well as
of land, filling activities, transportation limiting unnecessary
of construction material to the project traffic within the project
site from various places. site.
 Due to increased vehicular movement  The traffic routes on site
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will be observed at the project site. water regularly to reduce

However, the pollution levels in the the amount of dust
ambient air will be negligible and also it generated by
is a temporary phenomenon. As most of construction vehicles.
the construction equipment will be  Construction machinery
mobile, the emissions are likely to be will be kept away from
fugitive and not concentrated on a single walkways and at safe
source or place. As the impacts will be places where the chances
localized in nature, the areas outside the of human interventions
proposed project boundary are not likely are relatively less.
to face any significant adverse impacts  Construction machinery
with respect to ambient air quality. will be properly tuned,
serviced and monitored
on regularly basis.
 All vehicles,
construction machinery
etc will be maintained in
good working condition
in order to minimize
pollutant emissions.
Water Quality  During construction phase, water will be  Workers will be trained
required only for construction of for water conservation
structures, sprinkling on roads for dust and reuse of water where
suppression, domestic uses of the possible.
construction workers, that too only
during day time.
 Water will be used mainly for concrete
mixing, sanitary and washing purposes.
 No high water consuming activity is
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project would not reduce the water

availability for other activities within the
area.
Relocation of  The construction of the project will not  No mitigation measures
Utilities
relocate the existing public utilities. required.
Poverty  Construction of that project will  No mitigation measures
Alleviation
generate the employment opportunities. required.
This will be a temporary minor positive
impact.
Solid Waste  During excavation of the site for  Waste generated during
Generation
foundation works and landscaping, solid construction will be
waste will be generated. The waste will recyclable and will be
consist of metal cuttings, rejected reused during
materials, surplus materials, excavated construction. The left-
soil, paper bags, empty cartons, empty over construction
cement bags among other types of materials at the end of
wastes. construction will be used
in other projects rather
than being disposed-off
(if required).
 Recyclable material will
be separated at source
which will then be
handed over to the waste
contractor.
 Waste bins will be
placed at the
construction site for
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and wood.

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 The cement bags and

other such items will be
handed over to
contractor.
Noise  During construction phase, the major  Unnecessary blowing of
Pollution
sources of noise will be due to operation horns will be strictly
of construction equipment such as prohibited.
concrete mixers, generators, cranes,  In order to safeguard the
pumps, compressors, vibrators etc. The construction workers
operation of such equipment will working at noise
generate noise ranging between 70-85 generating sources, these
dB. Due to moderate levels of personnel will be
construction activities, the anticipated provided with proper
noise generation during construction personal protective
phase will be mostly confined to the equipment such as
facility itself and not anticipated to have earplugs, earmuffs etc.
significant adverse impacts on the Hence, no significant
surrounding ambient noise levels. impact is envisaged due
to the operation of the
noise generating
equipment at the project
site, if suitable
mitigation measures are
adopted.
 In order to have less
impact on noise levels in
the air, the major works
will be carried out during
day time as far as
possible.
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reduced at source by
proper maintenance and
repair of construction
machinery and
equipment
Ecology  The Propose site o project is devoid of  After completion of the
forest or thick vegetation. Only wild construction work, the
grasses or small bushes which have damaged area due to
grown due to non-cultivation of the area construction works will
will be removed during levelling be restored.
operations. Hence, there will not be any  After the project
major impact on the terrestrial ecology completion, plants and
of the project site due to construction trees will be planted on
activities. the site that will in turn
enhance the aesthetic
value.
Workers  The construction activities may pose  The contractor will
Health, Safety
negative impacts on the health and ensure that the workers
and
Environment safety of workers and labors are trained in
safety procedures for all
relevant aspects of
construction.
 Workers will be
provided with proper
safety equipment such as
helmets, goggles, masks
where required.
 Formal emergency
procedures will be
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the site along with list of

emergency phones to be
contacted in case of any
emergency.
 Warning signs will be
displayed in local
language where required.
5.7 IMPACTS DURING OPERATIONAL PHASE
5.7.1 Land and Soil
After the end of the construction phase the area will be restored back to its original state;
different ornamental plants and native tree species will be planted. This will improve the
overall ecology, aesthetic and landscape of the area whereas; the un-paved roads will be
converted to metalled roads. This will have positive and significant impact on the land and soil
condition of the area.
Nature of Impact
This impact is considered to be positive, long-term and significant.
5.7.2 Solid Waste Management
Solid waste generated from project will be domestic in nature. Solid waste will be organic in
nature and it may produce vector which could transfer diseases to humans and can be the cause
of public nuisance.
Nature of Impact
The nature of impact will be direct, medium, long-term and significant.
Mitigation
Following mitigations should be adopted to reduce the issues related to the solid waste:
 Bins will be provided to collect solid waste; these bins will be emptied by sanitary staff.
End disposal and solid waste management will be done as per area practices.
 Solid waste should be stored in the covered bins in order to avoid the growth of vectors
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 Solid waste should be collected and transported to the waste disposal site on daily basis
5.7.3 Wastewater
There will not be any industrial activity so no wastewater will be generated, domestic
wastewater will be treated by passing through septic tanks and then discharged in municipality
drain.
5.7.4 Air pollution
Project only involves storage and filling of cylinders, not any industrial activity so there will be
no emissions. Only dust will be generated during floor cleaning that will be controlled by water
sprinkling. In case of leakage, broken down pipes, LPG could escape which will have certain
impacts on workers. For this, Gas detectors will be provided. Further PPEs will also be
provided to workers to cater this situation and ensure safety and health.
Generators will be provided with proper enclosure; proper maintenance and tuning of generator
will be ensured to mitigate air emissions due to generator.
5.7.5 Noise and Vibration
Project only involves storage, filling and distribution of cylinders, not any industrial activity so
there will be no noise generation. Noise will only be generated during transportation, for this
only those vehicles will be used that are properly tuned and maintained and are equipped with
silencers. Also, excessive use of horns will be avoided. Further tree plantation will be done as it
acts as noise absorbers.
5.7.6 Traffic management
Proper parking area is provided for traffic management. Traffic management plan will be as
follows:
Traffic Management Plan

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Management  Heavy vehicles shall only be to enter and leave the site during day hours.
Plan  Speed limit will be ensured
 LPG Filling will be on proper places within project boundary
 Cars will be parked on proper parking area.
Monitoring Responsible Monitoring Duration
Environmental manager Weekly basis
5.7.7 Emergency Response
Incidents and accidents may take place unexpectedly during project operations no matter how
effective, strong and efficient the mitigation measures for all adverse impacts; especially the
safety issues may be adopted. These may include;
 Fire hazard
FIRE HAZARD
During operational phase of the project, fire hazard poses a serious threat. Firefighting
equipment details are mentioned on map.
Mitigation
 Fire extinguishers should be properly maintained and checked periodically.
 Adequate fire hydrant system should be installed.
 Flammable materials should be prohibited in the premises.
 Fire alarm systems should be maintained for detection and warning of fire.
 Pressure gauges should be checked monthly.
 Adequate training of workers on use of firefighting system to deal with the situation.
 Administration of the unit will make a proper evacuation plans for emergency
escape from all halls.
 Emergency call service must be made available.
 Firefighting team must remain ready at all times.
5.7.8 Safety Concerns
Operation of the project may cause some concerns for safety, public health and nuisances
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Mitigation:
 Personal Protection Equipment (PPEs) such as ear plugs, safety Helmets, Gloves,
Goggles and Masks will be provided to the employees to ensure their safety at work
place.
 Workers’ awareness and safety wall chart showing safety symbols and other
necessary information will be displayed at various places.
 First Aid Box will be kept in every department which will be within the approach in
case of any injury or mishap.
 To avoid any chance of fire, a comprehensive firefighting system will be developed
that includes all types of fire Extinguishers, fire hydrants, sand Buckets and
firefighting Vehicles.
 Basic medical and safety training will be held from time to time to minimize the risk
of health and safety issues which can result from ignorance (ergonomic hazards in
particular) in the project premises.
5.8 Potential Environmental Enhancement Measures
Following are the positive impacts of the extended Project that will enhance the overall socio-
economic and ecological condition of the Project Area.
5.8.1 Employment/Poverty Alleviation
The employment opportunities in the Project Area will be increased due to the development
and operation of the project. During construction and operation of the project unskilled workers
will be required as labours, sanitary workers and sweepers as well as for the skilled workers
such as; accounts and managers to run the administration office. In totality, the overall
economic conditions of the area will be improved.
5.8.2 Increased Business Opportunities
For construction purpose, a number of raw-material will be required. Many venders can supply
the required stuff on daily and weekly basis. This will serve as a new business opportunity and
it will enhance the socio-economic status of the people directly linked with it.

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5.8.3 Tree Plantation
The tree plantation will be carried out along the boundary of the Project Site, and open green
spaces as the part of the Project. This will include plantation of ornamental as well as
indigenous species of the plants. The plantation will improve the overall ecological conditions
of the area. Trees height will be between 3-7 ft. Total number of plants and trees will be
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Chapter 6
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT & MONITORING PLAN
6.0 GENERAL
This part of the study discusses the Environmental Management Plan and describes institutional
arrangements required for its effective implementation. An Environmental Management Plan
renders a delivery mechanism to reduce adverse environmental impacts of a project during its
execution, enhance project benefits, and introduce standards of good practices to be adopted for
all project works.
6.1 PURPOSE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION
For the project to be running successfully and compliance with environmental regulations
mitigation of impacts caused by the project is required. The purpose of the need of
mitigation can be answered by various questions as follows:
1. What is the problem?
When the resources of environment are being used ruthlessly, it results in degradation of
the environment to the extent that environment loses its resilience and the carrying capacity
reduces the resources are found reduced and the recovery process is too slow or nearly no
recovery is possible.
2. When will the problem occur and when should it be addressed?
The problems that would occur fall within the project premises, and near the boundaries of
the project location. The impacts would range up to the distance where project related
activities are performed or up to the geographical zone where the effects spread.
Impacts would show their presence soon after the project development starts.
3. Where the problem should be addressed?
The problems should be addressed where they are originated. That is at the project location.
4. How the problem should be addressed?
Problems can be addressed by using environment friendly practices. Such practices can be
followed by following mitigation plan.

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Table 2: EMP for construction phase
Sr. Environmental Environmental Impacts Proposed mitigation measures Responsibility

No. aspects of the Activity
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
In order to avoid the nuisance of

noise the project maintenance
1 Noise Project Manager
manager shall ensure the all
vehicles, equipment, machineries
used during construction phase are
in good working condition.
The working hours of the project

construction activities shall be
limited to day time only i.e., 08 in
the morning till 05 in the evening.
Generators, if used during

construction phase, shall be kept
under canopy to avoid generation
of unwanted noise.
Unplanned wastewater Wastewater generation during

disposal may construction phase shall be reused
2 Water Pollution Project Manager
contaminate the surface again for material making for
water channels, surface construction phase and sprinkling
soil and depending upon of dust on soil. Domestic
the quantity of wastewater will not be there at the
wastewater generated, it site because at site workers will
has a potential to use local/public washrooms
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water aquifers.
3 Air Emissions Generation of dust and The construction materials e.g., Project Manager
particulate matters is an soil, clay would be covered
issue that could arise appropriately. Instead of open and
due to construction dry dumping, sprinkling of water
activities. in a quantity that reduces the
Gaseous emissions chances of dust generation would

including SOx, NOx, be done. The workers would be
CO lead and CO during provided safety gloves, masks and
2,
construction phase. ear buds and wherever necessary

These gases are ozone goggles to avoid health
depleting reagents. complications.

Besides, they also pose Good quality fuel shall be used in
threat to human health. the machineries, generators to
avoid emission. Vehicles,
machineries with good conditions
which fall on the quality standards
shall be used to control the exhaust
emission.
Unplanned dumping of Solid waste generated during

solid waste generation construction phase shall be reused
4 Solid Waste Project Manager
during construction in construction activities rather
phase can lead to than dumping. The solid waste
blockage of roads, during construction phase will
waterways and also consist most of soil, packaging
create unaesthetic sight materials, plastic bags, iron rods,
of the location. and food leftovers. The organic
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collected by local sanitary workers

while other material will be reused
in the construction activities.
5 Health & safety Unskilled workers may Regular onsite and offsite training Project Manager
create issues in attaining of the workers shall be conducted.
the overall health Impromptu meetings and
environment and safety discussions with the site in-charge
policy. and daily wages workers will be
done to resolve any issues that
may create health safety and
environmental problems during
construction phase.
This situation can be avoided by
6 Emergency Accidents and/or regular maintenance of the Project Manager

Response emergency breakdown vehicles for quality assurance.
of the Each equipment will be checked
equipment/machineries/ prior to operation to avoid
vehicles involved may accidents and human health danger
create environmental, due to such accidents.
health and safety
hazards.

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Table 3: EMP for Operation Phase
Sr. Environmental Environmental Impacts Proposed mitigation measures Responsibility

No. aspects of the Activity
OPERATIONAL PHASE
1 Noise In the project of storage, _ Workers should be told and Project Manager
during loading and encouraged to use PPE’s (ear
unloading noise may be plugs or ear muffs).
generated.
- There will be no industrial
2 Water Pollution At the project site, there activity so no wastewater will be Project Manager
will be no wastewater generated only the domesticated
generation during waste water which will be treated
operational activity; by passing through septic tanks
there will beonly and finally discharged in local
drain
domestic wastewater.
_ Efforts should be made to
ensure that water is conserved
and that environment-friendly
techniques are adopted too.
_ Proper ventilation can limit the
3 Air Emissions Source of air pollution amount of indoor pollutants. Project Manager
during operation phase _ Water spraying should be
would only be dust practiced where required.
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_ No waste should be burnt at the

premises.
_Gas detectors will be installed

for LPG leakage detection
_Generators will be properly

tuned and maintained and proper
enclosure will be provided.
Solid waste comprise of _ No waste should be burnt

a domestic waste and within the premises
4 Solid Waste Project Manager
waste scrap
mainly _ Small waste storage bins should
which would be sold to be installed.
their respective dealers.
Operation of the project _ Providing Personal Protection

may cause some Equipment’s (PPEs) such as
5 Health & safety Project Manager
concerns for safety, gloves, masks to the workers.
public health and _ Basic medical training should
nuisances within the be provided to the specified work
project area. staff and basic medical service
and supplies to workers.
_ Fire extinguishers should be

properly maintained and checked
6 Emergency Fire hazard Project Manager
periodically.
Response
_ Prohibiting flammable materials
in the premises.
_ Maintaining fire alarm systems

for detection and warning of fire.
_ Adequate training of workers

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on use of firefighting system to

deal with the situation.
_ Gas leakage will be controlled

by providing gas detection system
_ Safety plan in case of gas

leakage will be followed (given in
chapter 2)
6.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN
Environmental monitoring is a vital component of the Environmental Management Plan. It is the

mechanism through which the effectiveness of the environmental management Plan in
protecting the environment is measured. The feedback provided by the environmental
monitoring is instrumental in identifying any problem or lapse in the system under
implementation and planning corrective actions.

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Table 4: Environmental Monitoring Plan for construction phase
Parameter
Objective of
Components to be Measurement Frequency Location Responsibility
Monitoring
Monitored
To determine
the
Noise level
effectiveness At least two
on the site Noise level
of the noise Twice during locations on Environment Officer
Noise Levels and adjacent reading will be
abatement construction the unit /manager
area on taken
measures on boundary
dB(A) scale
the sound
level
To check the Inspection

availability of Waste
Waste Construction
of Waste Generation,
Collection, Visual site Environmental
Management collection, Once daily
Storage and inspection officer/manager
System and Storage and
Disposal
Implementati Disposal at
on site
Soil To determine Inspection Visual monthly all vehicles and Contractor/Environmental

contamination the of inspection and inspection equipment in officer
effectiveness equipment availability use at
of the control
measures
taken to
construction
minimize the and vehicles checks
site
spillage of
oil and
chemicals
To check and
evaluate the
Worker’s effectiveness Injuries and Recording
daily Onsite HSE officer/contractor
safety of the accidents injuries
workers’
safety plan
To determine
the
On monthly
Water effectiveness leakages, Visual
basis at all points of Environmental
conservation of the Water spills and inspection and
use officer/manager
Conservation wastages record tracking
Techniques
in Practice

The monitoring of the EMP and the communication and documentation mechanism that will be employed during the operational phase
will be based on the Environmental Management System (EMS) of the project proponents and the certification and legal bindings. The
management system of the project proponents will be the same as the certified EMS in place at the company. Approximately 30,000
PKR budget will be reserved for the Environmental Monitoring and measures.
Table 5: Environmental Monitoring Plan for Operation Phase
Parameter
Objective of
Components to be Measurement Frequency Location Responsibility
Monitoring
Monitored
To check At least
Noise level
Noise level whether the Noise two
near the Annually Environment officer
(dB) existing Measurement locations
receptor
noise control on the plant
measures are
able to bring
the sound
boundary
level within
prescribed
limits
Inspection
of waste
generation,
Waste To check the
collection,
disposal, availability
storage, and
procedure for of waste
disposal will Visual
waste management Once daily Entire unit Administration Officer
be inspection
collection, system and
undertaken
storage, and implementati
at each site
disposal on
of the
project
activity
To check and
evaluate the
effectiveness
of the
workers’
Injuries will be
Safety safety plan Injuries Daily Entire unit Administrator
recorded
and
availability
and access of
first aid
facilities

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6.3 INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY OF THE UNIT
The organizational structure for the Environment Management Plan is outlined below:
6.3.1 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary responsibility for implementing EMP within the company lies with the owner of
project
6.3.2 OPERATION MANAGEMENT & CONTROL
Conducting the operational activities in environmentally sound manner will be the

responsibility of the concerned Manager; for which he will be trained.
6.3.3 SUPERVISION & MONITORING
Senior Supervisor will be responsible for all environmental issues and for the implementation
of EMP.
6.3.4 COMMUNICATIONS AND DOCUMENTATION
An effective mechanism to store and communicate environmental information during the

project is an essential requirement of an EMP.
6.3.4.1 MEETINGS
Two kinds of environmental meetings will take place during the project:
 Kick-off meetings
 Weekly meetings
The purpose of the kick-off meeting will be to present the EMP to project staff and discuss its
implementation and to discuss any event of environmental significance that has happened in
the under-discussion industry or a similar industrial unit to investigate its route causes and
develop its solutions.
The purpose of the weekly meetings will be to discuss the conduct of the operation and
environmental issues and their management. The proceedings of the meeting will be recorded
in the form of a weekly environmental report.

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6.3.4.2 CHANGES-RECORD REGISTER
A change-record register will be maintained at the site, in order to document any changes in
project design. These changes will be handled through the change management mechanism.
6.4 ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING
Training is an integral part of a preventive strategy. Environmental and disaster management

training will be required to ensure proper implementation of effective environmental
management and monitoring plan; and disaster management plan. However, training could be
organized by Owner involving relevant staff. As a trainer, competent Consultant can be
outsourced. Important training under the spectrum needs to include:
 Training on firefighting and safety management;
 Training on environmental safeguards and compliance;
 Staff training on environmental monitoring and reporting;
 Training on occupational health and safety measure.
6.5 SUMMARY OF IMAPCTS AND THEIR MITIGATION MEASURES

Environmental monitoring is a vital component of the Environmental Management Plan. It is
the mechanism through which the effectiveness of the Environmental Management Plan in
protecting the environment is measured. The feedback provided by the environmental
monitoring is instrumental in identifying any problem or lapse in the system under
implementation and planning corrective actions. The main objectives of the environmental
monitoring are:
• To provide a mechanism to determine whether the project construction contractors are
carrying out the project in conformity with the EMP.
• To identify areas where the impacts of the project are exceeding the criteria of significance
and, therefore, require corrective actions.
• To document the actual project impacts on physical, biological, and socio-economic
receptors, quantitatively where possible, in order to design better and more effective
mitigation measures.
6.6 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DETAILS
Complete inspection and maintenance of tanks, vents and all other auxiliaries will be done by
3rd party as and when required. Maintenance plan for firefighting equipment is as follows:

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Task Weekly Monthly Semi- Annually

Annually
Visual Inspection 
Testing and Inspection 
Check for Leakage 
Recharging 
Fire Mains and Nozzles 
Containers/Cylinders 
Control and section 
valves
6.7 ENVIRONMENTAL BUDGET
Approximately PKR 50,000 budget will be reserved for the Environmental Monitoring and
measures.
6.8 CHANGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
The EIA/IEE recognizes that changes in the operations or the EMP may be required during the
operation and therefore a Change Management Plan has been provided to manage such changes.
The management of changes is discussed under two separate headings, changes to the EMP and
changes to the operation.
6.9 CHANGING IN PLANNING AND DESIGN
The change management system recognizes three orders of changes.
I. First Order Change

A first order change is one that leads to a significant departure from the project
described or the impacts assessed in the EIA/IEE and consequently require a
reassessment of the environmental impacts associated with the change. Examples
of such change include change in location of the proposed plan.
In such an instance, the environmental impacts of the proposed change will be
reassessed, and the results sent to the Punjab EPA for approval.
II. Second Order Change
A second-order change is one that entails project activities not significantly

different from those described in the EIA/IEE, and which may result in project
impacts whose overall magnitude would be similar to the assessment made in this
report. In case of such changes, the environmental impact of the activity will be

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reassessed, additional mitigation measures specified if necessary, and the changes

reported to the Punjab EPA.
III. Third Order Change
A third-order change is one that is of little consequence to the EIA/IEE findings.

This type of change does not result in impact levels exceeding those already
assessed in the EIA/IEE; rather these may be made onsite to minimize the impact
of an activity. The only action required in this case will be to record the change in
the change record register.
6.10 CHANGING IN MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
The EIA/IEE and the EMP have been developed based on the best possible information
available at the time of the EIA/IEE study. However, it is possible that during the
construction and operation phase some aspects of the EMP may need to be changed
owing to their non-applicability in a certain area of operation or the need for additional
mitigation measures based on the findings of environmental monitoring during the
construction and operation phase. In such cases following actions shall be taken.
1. A meeting will be held between management and the concerned contractor.

During the meeting the deviation from the EMP, planning and designing will be
discussed and agreed upon by all parties
2. Based on the discussion during the meeting, a change report will be produced
collectively, which will include the original EMP clause/plan or design, the
change that has been agreed upon, and the reasons for the change
3. The report will be signed by all the parties and will be filled at the site office. A
copy of the report will be sent to proponent and contractor head offices
4. All relevant project personnel will be informed of the change.
6.11 COMPENSATION IN TERMS OF MONEY
Changes in the EMP can be done up to 3% of the total development cost in case the
Monitoring of the environment according to the prescribed plan does not render useful.

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CHAPTER 7
STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION
7.1 GENERAL
Any person, group or organization with an interest in the project or who can be affected
directly or indirectly, negatively or positively by the project activities is a project
stakeholder. Because of their interests and concerns, it is very important to take
stakeholders into confidence regarding the project need and impacts, and their
management. Stakeholder consultation is a mean of involving the entire primary and
secondary stakeholders in the project decision making process in order to address their
concern, improve project design and give the project legitimacy. Stakeholder
consultation, if conducted in a participatory and objective manner, is a mean of
enhancing the project stability.
Community input (both of knowledge and values) on socioeconomic and environmental

issues can greatly enhance the quality of decision making. Stakeholder consultation was
therefore conducted in the project area, not only to satisfy legal requirement of IEE in
Punjab but also to improve and enhance the social and environmental design of the
project.
7.2 OBJECTIVE OF THE STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION
Role of the public participation is very important in the design making process to
achieve the goal of sustainable development. The major objectives of public consultation
are as follows:
 Promote better understanding of the project, its objectives and its likely impacts and
their management.
 Identify and address the concerns of all interested and affected parties of the project.
 Provide a mean to Identify and resolve issues before plans are finalized and
development commences, thus avoiding public anger, resentment and potentially costly
delays.
 Encourage transparency, and inculcate trust among various stakeholders to promote
cooperation and partnership with the communities and local leadership.

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7.3 PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS
7.3.1 PROPONENT
Agha Fawwad Mahmood is the proponent of project. All possible impacts and mitigation
measure related to the project were discussed with the proponent and management. They
assured to take all suggested mitigation measures to control any discrepancy arose by the
project and to make the project environment friendly.
7.3.2 PROPONENT’S ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT TEAM
The proponent has acquired the services of M/S EHS Services Pvt Limited, who have
their representatives in Lahore, to take care of all the environment related issues and
tasks.
7.3.3 THE RESPONSIBLE AUTHORITY
EPA Punjab is the responsible authority to enforce the implementation of environmental

mitigation and conservation measures suggested in this report by proper inspection by its
field department. In this regard a representative from EPA, Lahore has been consulted,
whose views are given in Table 7.1.
7.3.4 OTHER DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES
For the impact analysis detailed with the management, local community, educational
institutes, health institutes, hospitals and NGOs. All issues were discussed related to
implementation of the project. Scoping sessions, focused group discussion and way side
consultations were held with the relevant stakeholders in the area. Details of consultation
are given in Table 7.1.
7.3.5 ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTITIONERS AND EXPERTS
Team of EHS Services Pvt. Limited visited the project site, had discussion with
stakeholders and consulted with the local people of nearby areas to evaluate the project
environmental & socio-economic impacts. Our environment team identified and
analysed all the environmental issues that may arise from installation/ operation of the
project and suggested the mitigation measures accordingly as described in this IEE

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report. Moreover, all the environmental legislation, laws, regulations are being
considered while preparing this IEE report that has been provided to project proponent
and contractor. Our environment team has also discussed the environmental issues and
their mitigations in a meeting to all the project members/ stakeholders involved in
installation.
7.3.6 AFFECTED AND WIDER COMMUNITY
In general, following points was discussed while consultation with community, however
specific comments by people are given in table 7.1.
Project Approval
The community consultations demonstrated that goodwill towards the project proponent
indeed exists; approval for project activities by the communities was evident. The
consultations were considered a good gesture and appreciated, especially by the men and
women. This project will provide employments to the local as well as non-local poor
community in its installation as well as in operational stages.
Resettlement/ Relocation
The site is located on the land which is leased by proponent from another party for the
propose of project. Therefore, no issue of the resettlements is there.
Local Employment
Communities in the project area emphasized that local poor community should be given
priority when employing people for various project-related works and activities
according to their skills.
Interaction with Local Community
Non-Local work force coming in the project area that will not be aware of the local
customs and norms, may result in conflicts with the local community, keeping in mind
the sensitive law and order situation and culture of the area.

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7.4 Stakeholder Concerns and Recommendations
The finding of the community consultation has been addressed in various sections of IEE.
Mitigation plan has been incorporated into EMP. The community consultations
demonstrated that goodwill towards the project proponent indeed exists. Approval for
project activities by communities was evident. The consultations were considered a good
gesture and were appreciated; especially by men and women. The summary of
consultation with various stakeholders is given below:
 Area of Consultation: Loading and Decanting Area of Parco Pearl Gas Pvt. Limited
having storage capacity of 110 Metric Tons
 Sample size /Number of peoples consulted: Almost 15-20 persons included in the
consultation.
Table 7.1: Detail of Public Consultation with Stakeholders

Sr. Name of Category/
Comments
# Respondent Department
He said that the project will adhere standard practices in
Agha Fawwad Proponent/Owner order to save environment and natural resources. All the
1
Mahmood of project concerns of local and affected community are being
addressed and compensated accordingly.
Environmental
This project will be beneficial for the environment. All the
2 Frahan Ali Management
impacts will be mitigated according to the EMP.
Team Member
Environmental He said that this storage and distribution of LPG leads

3 Tahir Mehmood practitioner towards the better results for PPGL. So, I am fully
supporting this project.
EHS Team
Safety of the worker will be made sure and all safety
4 Amna Shahzadi Member
practice will be implemented.
Environmentalist He overall favoured the project by saying this installation

5 Mr. Zeeshan
of tanks will not affect any residential community so it is a
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positive step to industry by getting dual benefits economic

growth.
He said that all installation work will be done according to

6 Zain Ali standard procedures keeping in view the safety of
Govt. Job
environment.
Muhammad Govt. Job He was in favour of the Project and showed no negative
7
Ahmed concern about the Project.
Community He was of the view that these kinds of projects are crucial
8 Komal Naz for the development of the city and will upraise the
economic status of the city.
Community He said that many local people are getting employment

9 Burhan Ali
opportunities by the project.
Community He favoured the project by focusing on its positive impacts

Muhammad
10 meanwhile on its mitigable temporary environmental
Babar
impacts.
Muhammad Community He was also in favour of the Project and showed positive
11
Kasif response related to project.
Muhammad Community By concerning to local employment opportunities to skilled

12
Ahad unemployed labours he overall favours the project.
Muhammad Local He was of the view that these kinds of projects are good for
13
Rizwan community.
Local All the concerns of local publics also considered in this

14 Athar Ali
project like jobs etc.

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CHAPTER 8
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
8.1 CONCLUSION
The report presents Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) of the “Construction of

Loading and Decanting Area of Parco Pearl Gas Pvt. Limited”.
IEE for the Project is performed according to guidelines of EPA. It includes description of the
project, description of the environmental baselines, potential environmental impacts and
suggested mitigation measures. An implementation mechanism for mitigation measures in the
form of an Environmental Management Plan is included in the study.
The performed IEE showed all anticipated impacts (both positive and negative), associated
with the project. Appropriate mitigation measures as explained in the environmental study
shall reduce, if not eliminate, these impacts so that these are within acceptable limits.
Moreover, no deterioration, depletion or exploitation of resources is expected to be caused by
this project.
Based on overall assessment of the environmental impact of the project, it is concluded that
the project is not likely to cause any significant adverse impact on the social, physical and
biological environment of the area, provided that suitable mitigation measures as identified in
this study are implemented.
It is accordingly recommended that Environmental Approval for the project may be issued by
the Environmental Protection Agency, subject to payment of the requisite scrutiny fee by the
proponent of the project.
8.2 RECOMMENDATIONS
The Initial Environmental Examination study and survey results are finally evaluated to
recommend the following:
 Implementation of EMP must be given top priority.

 Proper PPEs including ear plugs, ear muffs, mufflers, goggles, gloves and shoes
etc. should be provided to workers
 Train workers to use PPEs
 Advise workers to follow SOPs.
 Installation of fire extinguishers in the premises and their monitoring must be

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ensured.
 Equipment maintenance and efficiency must be checked.
 No compromise on public health and environment should be allowed.
 Waste minimization practices should be employed and workers should be
encouraged to adopt such methods.
 Wages should be distributed on time.
 Proper tree plantation plan should also be developed in order to make the unit
environment friendly.
 Small waste storage bins should be installed at different corner for proper waste
collection and discharge.
 Proper dispensary and first aid box should be provided for workers
 Smoking should be avoided within premises of project site and near fuel storage
areas.
 The Security Guards shall also be trained to act in case of all possible emergency
situations. The fire alarms can be activated to signal evacuation. At the same time,
communication shall be made with hospitals, emergency services and police for
urgent support.
 The proposed Environmental Management & Monitoring Plan should be
implemented.

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Parco Pearl Gas (Private) Limited, Lahore Revised Initial Environmental Examination (IEE)

BRIEF OUTLINE OF PROJECT

Project Construction of Loading and Decanting area (Decantry) of

Proponent Name Agha Fawwad Mahmood

Consultant Name M/S EHS Services Pvt. Limited

Total area of plot 21 Kanal 10 Marla

Cost of project Approx. 20 Million

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2. Easy and safe supply of LPG gas to Storage Area.

SITE ALTERNATIVES FOR INSTALLATION OF DECANTRY (LOADING AND

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Key impacts related to the construction phase include:

 Community and Workers’ Safety

Key impacts related to the operation phase include:

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 Safety, Health & Nuisances

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT & MONITORING PLANS

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2.4 RELEVANT LEGAL / INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK.....................................................................................18

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6.5 SUMMARY OF IMAPCTS AND THEIR MITIGATION MEASURES....................................................................68

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1.2 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT

1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROJECT

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1.3.4 COST OF THE PROJECT

Cost of project has been estimated at PKR 20 Million.

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 Environment Management Plans (EMP)

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Table 1: List of Experts

Name Profession Qualification Professional Roles

 IEE report writing

1.5 SCOPE OF STUDY

For the IEE study, the scope of work is as under:

 Description of physical, ecological and socio-economic conditions in and around the

 Identification and assessment of the workability of mitigation measures to offset or

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The key activities of this phase include:

 BASELINE DATA COLLECTION

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 Groundwater and surface water quality

 Ambient air quality& noise level

 The ecology of the area, including flora and fauna

 The potential change(s) in environmental parameters likely to be affected by

 The identification of potential impacts

 The evaluation of the likelihood and significance of potential impacts

 The defining of mitigation measures to reduce impacts to as low as practicable

 The drafting of monitoring arrangements of residual impacts

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1.1 STRUCTURE OF REPORT

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2.1 EXISTING LEGISLATION AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK

2.2 INSTITUTIONAL SETUP

In 1983, the Government of Pakistan issued an Environmental Protection Ordinance (EPO)

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