A1. The Project, Design, Build and Operate First Stage of Tseung Kwan O Desalination Plant (TKODP), is a Designated Project under the Environmental Impact Assessment Ordinance (Cap. 499) (EIAO) and is currently governed by a Further Environmental Permit (EP No. FEP - 01/503/2015/A) for the construction and operation of the Contract.

A2. In accordance with the Environmental Monitoring and Audit (EM&A) Manual for the Contract, EM&A works for marine water quality, noise, waste management and ecology should be carried out by Environmental Team (ET), Acuity Sustainability Consulting Limited (ASCL), during the construction phase of the Contract.

- A3. This is the 43rd Monthly EM&A Report, prepared by ASCL, for the Contract summarizing the monitoring results and audit findings of the EM&A programme at and around Tseung Kwan O Area 137 (TKO 137) during the reporting period from 1 September to 30 September 2023.

A4. The EM&A programme for this contract has covered environmental monitoring on construction noise level at selected NSRs and Contractor’s environmental performance auditing in the aspects of construction dust, construction noise, water quality, waste management, Landscape and Visual and Ecology.

Summary of Main Works Undertaken & Key Mitigation Measures Implemented

A5. Key activities carried out in this reporting period for the Contract included the followings:

		Administration Building - Carrying out the floor tiles works at 1/F - Installation of building services, cable laying, electrical switchboard, doors and handrails - Construction of 3 dog houses on roof - Construction of block wall in the pipe duct
		Chemical building - Construction of concrete slab for safety shower - Installation of leakage collection pit cover - Underground utility construction work
		Main Electrical & Central Chiller Plant Building - Installation of roof tile for fuel tank room, chillers, building services, electrical switchboard and cable laying
		ActiDAFF - Underground utility construction work - Installation of access covers on roof - Construction of staircase no 2 - Installation of mechanical equipment, piping system, building services, electrical switchboards and cable laying
	Product Water Storage Tank Building - Installation of Cat Ladders in Water Tank A - Sealing Slab Openings in Water Tank A - Re-construction of Wall PW8 in Water Tank A - Underground utility construction - Installation of building services, cable laying, mechanical equipment and steel pipe
	OSCG Building - Installation of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) Panel, metal cladding and roller shutters and window - Underground utility construction work - Installation of building services, mechanical equipment, metal cladding and roller shutters and window
	Reverse Osmosis Building - Installation of building services, electrical switchboard, mechanical equipment, steel pipe, Glass Reinforced Plastics (GRP) pipe, pressure test of the GRP pipe, Membrane Loading, raised floor - Installation of metal cladding, handrailing, roller shutters and glass canopy and glass house - Underground utility construction work - Pipe laying at corridor and Backfilling Work
	Post Treatment Building - Installation of louvres, cat ladders, handrailing and metal cladding - Installation of building services, mechanical equipment and GRP pipe - Underground utility construction work
	Inspection corridor - Construction of roof waterproofing works - Construction of staircase no. 1 and 2 - Installation of building services
	CO2 Tanks - Installation of pipes and electrical wiring Combined Shaft and Pump room - Internal finishing, door, window and louver Other - Watermain works at CLP 132 kV Substation - Structure Construction and steel fence election of Wave Deflector Wall at seawall area - Staircases construction at elevated walkway - Steel Bridge assembly and installation - Rock anchor installation of slope work - Marine works completed

A6. The major environmental impacts brought by the above construction works include:

- Construction dust and noise generation from construction works, excavation works, rock cutting works and pipe piling driving works;

- Waste generation from the construction activities; and

A7. The key environmental mitigation measures implemented for the Contract in this reporting period associated with the above construction works include:

- Dust suppression by regular wetting and water spraying for construction works;

- Reduction of noise from equipment and machinery on-site and regular inspection to machinery and plants/vehicles on-site to ensure proper functioning;

- Deployment of silt curtain at the marine areas; and

- Sorting and storage of general refuse and construction waste; and

Summary of exceedance & investigation & follow-up

A8. No noise monitoring was conducted during the reporting period since there are no Contract -related construction activities undertaken within a radius of 300m from the monitoring locations. No exceedance of the action Level was recorded during the reporting period.

A9. The marine water quality programme was ceased from 1 September 2023 due to the completion of marine-related construction works.

A10. In this reporting period, 72 times of landfill gas monitoring were conducted at TKO Area 137 (Ch1+340 - Ch1+600). No action or limit level exceedance was recorded during the reporting period.

A11. Joint site inspections of the construction work by ET and IEC were carried out on 5, 12, 19 and 26 September 2023 to audit the mitigation measures implementation status. Observation and Reminders were recorded in the site inspection checklists and provided to the contractors together with the appropriate follow-up actions where necessary.

Complaint Handling and Prosecution

A12. No environmental complaint, notification of summons and prosecution was received in the reporting period.

Reporting Change

A13. There was no change to be reported that may affect the on-going EM&A programme.

Summary of Upcoming Key Issues and Key Mitigation Measures

A14. Key activities anticipated in the next reporting period for the Contract will include the followings:

		Administration Building - Carrying out the floor tiles works at G/F - Construction of 4 dog houses on the roof. - Construction of block wall in the pipe duct - Installation of building services, cable laying, electrical switchboard
		Chemical building - Installation of leakage collection pit cover - Construction of concrete slab for safety showers - Construction of trunk load pits - Underground utility construction work - Defect rectification
		Main Electrical & Central Chiller Plant Building - Installation of chillers, building services, electrical switchboard and cable laying - Installation of Roof Tile for Fuel Tank Room
		ActiDAFF - Underground utility construction work - Installation of access covers on roof - Construction of staircase no 2 - Installation of mechanical equipment, piping system, installation of building services, electrical switchboards and cable laying
		Product Water Storage Tank Building - Installation of Cat Ladders in Water Tank A - Sealing slab opening in water Tank A - Re-construction of Wall PW8 in Water Tank A - Installation of metal cladding, building services, cable laying, mechanical equipment, steel pipe - Underground utility construction
		OSCG Building - Installation of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) Panel and metal cladding - Installation of Roller Shutters and Window - Coating and Installation of Grating Cover for Brine Tank - Underground utility construction work - Installation of building services, mechanical equipment and cable laying
	Reverse Osmosis Building - Installation of building services, electrical switchboard, mechanical equipment, steel pipe, Glass Reinforced Plastics (GRP) pipe, pressure test of the GRP pipe, Membrane Loading, raised floor - Installation of metal cladding, handrailing, roller shutters, glass canopy and glass house - Underground utility construction work - Pipe laying at corridor outside Toilet and Backfilling Work
	Post Treatment Building - Installation of service staircase tower, louvres, cat ladders, handrailing and metal cladding - Installation of building services, Installation of mechanical equipment and piping system - Underground utility construction work
	Inspection corridor - Construction of roof waterproofing works - Construction of staircases no. 1 and 2 - Installation of Movement Joints - Construction of Screeding works on the deck level - Installation of building services
	CO2 Tanks - Installation of pipes and electrical wiring Combined Shaft and Pump room - Internal finishing, Door; window; Lover Installation Other - Rock anchor installation - Watermain works at CLP 132 kV Substation - Structure Construction, steel fence erection of Wave Deflector Wall at seawall area - Staircases construction; Steel Bridge assembly and installation at elevated walkway - Foot plinth concreting and barrier erection at flexible barrier - Final check of Marine Diffuser Pipe

A15. The major environmental impacts brought by the above construction works will include:

- Construction dust and noise generation from excavation and construction works;

- Waste generation from construction activities; and

Table 1.1 Contact Details of Key Personnel

Party

Position

Name

Telephone no.

Contract Proponent (Water Supplies Department)

SE/CM2

Milton Law

2634-3573

Supervising Officer (Binnies Hong Kong Limited)

Project Manager

Christina Ko

2608-7302

Chief Resident Engineer

Roger Wu

6343-1002

The Jardine Engineering Corporation, Limited, China State Construction Engineering (Hong Kong) Limited and Acciona Agua, S.A. Trading

Project Manager

Stephen Yeung

2807-4665

Environmental Monitoring Manager

Brian Kam

9456-9541

Acuity Sustainability Consulting Limited

Environmental Team Leader

Jacky Leung

2698-6833

ANewR Consulting Limited

Independent Environmental Checker (IEC)

Mr. CHAN Yi

Chun, Alex

2618-2831

Summary of Construction Works

1.7. Details of the major construction activities undertaken in this reporting period are shown below. The master programme is presented in Appendix A.

1.8. Key activities carried out in this reporting period for the Contract included the followings:

		Administration Building - Carrying out the floor tiles works at 1/F - Installation of building services, cable laying, electrical switchboard, doors and handrails - Construction of 3 dog houses on roof - Construction of block wall in the pipe duct
		Chemical building - Construction of concrete slab for safety shower - Installation of leakage collection pit cover - Underground utility construction work
		Main Electrical & Central Chiller Plant Building - Installation of roof tile for fuel tank room, chillers, building services, electrical switchboard and cable laying
		ActiDAFF - Underground utility construction work - Installation of access covers on roof - Construction of staircase no 2 - Installation of mechanical equipment, piping system, building services, electrical switchboards and cable laying
	Product Water Storage Tank Building - Installation of Cat Ladders in Water Tank A - Sealing Slab Openings in Water Tank A - Re-construction of Wall PW8 in Water Tank A - Underground utility construction - Installation of building services, cable laying, mechanical equipment and steel pipe
	OSCG Building - Installation of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) Panel, metal cladding and roller shutters and window - Underground utility construction work - Installation of building services, mechanical equipment, metal cladding and roller shutters and window
	Reverse Osmosis Building - Installation of building services, electrical switchboard, mechanical equipment, steel pipe, Glass Reinforced Plastics (GRP) pipe, pressure test of the GRP pipe, Membrane Loading, raised floor - Installation of metal cladding, handrailing, roller shutters and glass canopy and glass house - Underground utility construction work - Pipe laying at corridor and Backfilling Work
	Post Treatment Building - Installation of louvres, cat ladders, handrailing and metal cladding - Installation of building services, mechanical equipment and GRP pipe - Underground utility construction work
	Inspection corridor - Construction of roof waterproofing works - Construction of staircase no. 1 and 2 - Installation of building services
	CO2 Tanks - Installation of pipes and electrical wiring Combined Shaft and Pump room - Internal finishing, door, window and louver Other - Watermain works at CLP 132 kV Substation - Structure Construction and steel fence election of Wave Deflector Wall at seawall area - Staircases construction at elevated walkway - Steel Bridge assembly and installation - Rock anchor installation of slope work - Marine works completed

1.9. A summary of the valid permits, licences, and/or notifications on environmental protection for this Contract is presented in Table 1.2.

Table 1.2 Summary of the Status of Valid Environmental Licence, Notification, Permit and Documentations

Permit/ Licences	Valid Period		Status	Remark
	From	To
Environmental Permit
EP-503/2015/A	Throughout the Contract		Valid	-
FEP - 01/503/2015/A	Throughout the Contract		Valid	-
Notification of Construction Works under the Air Pollution Control (Construction Dust) Regulation (Form NA)
451539	Throughout the Contract		Valid	-
Billing Account for Disposal of Construction Waste
7036276	Throughout the Contract		Valid	-
Chemical Waste Producer Registration
5213-839-A2987-01	Throughout the Contract		Valid	-
Wastewater Discharge Licence (Land and Marine works)
WT00035775-2020	23/08/2021	31/07/2025	Valid	-
WT00044188-2023	16/06/2023	30/06/2028	Valid	For Plant T&C and operation
Construction Noise Permit
GW-RE0640-23	22/06/2023	21/12/2023	Valid	-

1.10. The status for all environmental aspects is presented in Table 1.3.

Table 1.3 Summary of Status for Key Environmental Aspects under the EM&A Manual

Parameters	Status
Water Quality
Baseline Monitoring under EM&A Manual	The baseline water quality monitoring was conducted between 12 May 2020 to 6 Jun 2020.
Impact Monitoring	Ceased from 1 September
Noise
Baseline Monitoring	The baseline noise monitoring result has been reported in Baseline Monitoring Report and submitted to EPD under EP Condition 3.4
Impact Monitoring	Completed
Waste Management
Mitigation Measures in Waste Management Plan	On-going
Landfill Gas
Regular Monitoring when construction works are within the 250 m Consultation Zone	On-going
Environmental Audit
Site Inspection covering Measures of Air Quality, Noise Impact, Water Quality, Waste, Ecological Quality, Fisheries, Landscape and Visual	On-going

1.11. Other than the EM&A work by ET, environmental briefings, trainings, and regular environmental management meetings were conducted, in order to enhance environmental awareness and closely monitor the environmental performance of the contractors.

1.12. The EM&A programme has been implemented in accordance with the recommendations presented in the approved EIA Report and the EM&A Manual. A summary of implementation status of the environmental mitigation measures for the construction phase of the Contract during the reporting period is provided in Appendix C.

2. NOISE

Monitoring Requirements

2.1. To ensure no adverse noise impact, noise monitoring is recommended to be carried out within 300m radius from the nearby noise sensitive receivers (NSRs), during construction phase. The NSRs selected as monitoring station are (i) NSR4 - Creative Secondary School, (ii) NSR24 - PLK Laws Foundation College, and (iii) NSR31 - School of Continuing and Professional Studies - CUHK respectively.

2.2. Construction noise level were measured in terms of the A-weighted equivalent continuous sound pressure level (LAeq). Leq 30min was used as the monitoring parameter for the time period between 0700 and 1900 on normal weekdays. Construction works would follow stipulations of the valid Construction Noise Permits if works had to be conducted during restricted hours or public holidays. Table 2.1 summarizes the monitoring parameters, frequency, and duration of the impact noise monitoring.

Table 2.1 Noise Monitoring Parameters, Time, Frequency and Duration

Time	Duration	Interval	Parameters
	Day time:	Continuously in
Daytime:	0700-1900	Leq 5min/Leq 30min	Leq 30min
0700-1900	(during normal weekdays)	(average of 6 consecutive Leq 5min)	L10 30min & L90 30min

Monitoring Locations

2.3. The monitoring locations were normally made at a point 1m from the exterior of the NSRs building façade and be at a position 1.2m above the ground. A correction of +3dB(A) should be made to the free-field measurements.

2.4. According to the environmental findings detailed in the EIA report and Baseline Monitoring Report, the designated locations for the construction noise monitoring are listed in Table 2.2 below.

Table 2.2 Noise Sensitive Receivers

NSR ID	Noise Sensitive Receivers	Monitoring Location	Position
NSR 4	Creative Secondary School	Roof Floor	1 m from facade
NSR 24	PLK Laws Foundation College	Pedestrian Road on Ground Floor	Free-field
NSR 31	School of Continuing and Professional Studies - CUHK	Roof Floor	1 m from facade

2.5. Three noise monitoring locations for impact monitoring at the nearby sensitive receivers are shown in Figure 2.1-2.3.

3. WATER QUALITY

3.1. In accordance with the recommendations of the EIA, water quality monitoring is required during dredging for the submarine pipelines and, during operation phase. The following Section provides details of the water quality monitoring to be undertaken by the Environmental Team (ET) to verify the distance of sediment and brine plume dispersion and to identify whether the potential exists for any indirect impacts to occur to ecological sensitive receivers.

3.2. The water quality monitoring programme was be carried out to allow any deteriorating water quality to be readily detected and timely action taken to rectify the situation.

3.3. Water quality monitoring for the Contract can be divided into the following stages:

- Dredging activities during construction phase;

- Discharge of effluent from main disinfection during construction phase;

Water Quality Parameters

3.4. The parameters that have been selected for measurement in situ and in the laboratory are those that were either determined in the EIA to be those with the most potential to be affected by the construction works or are a standard check on water quality conditions. Parameters to be measured in the impact monitoring are listed in Table 3.1.

Table 3.1 Parameters measured in the Impact Marine Water Quality Monitoring

Parameters	Unit	Abbreviation
In-situ measurements
Dissolved oxygen	mg/L	DO
Temperature	oC	-
pH	-	-
Turbidity	NTU	-
Salinity	0/00	-
Total Residual Chlorine NOTE1	mg/L	TRC
Laboratory measurements
Suspended Solids	mg/L	SS
Iron-Soluble	mg/L	Fe
Anti-scalant as Reactive Phosphorus	mg/L	PO4 as P-

NOTE 1: Monitoring of Total Residual Chlorine will be conducted when cleaning and sterilization of the new freshwater main is carried out.

3.5. In addition to the water quality parameters, other relevant data were also being measured and recorded in Water Quality Monitoring Logs, including the location of the sampling stations, water depth, time, weather conditions, sea conditions, tidal stage, current direction and velocity, special phenomena and work activities

undertaken around the monitoring and works area that may influence the monitoring results.

Monitoring Equipment

3.6. For water quality monitoring, the following equipment were used:

Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature Measuring Equipment - The instrument was a portable, weatherproof dissolved oxygen measuring instrument complete with cable, sensor, comprehensive operation manuals, and was operable from a DC power source. It was capable of measuring: dissolved oxygen levels in the range of 0 - 20 mg/L and 0 - 200% saturation; and a temperature of 0 - 45 degrees Celsius. It has a membrane electrode with automatic temperature compensation complete with a cable of not less than 35 m in length. Sufficient stocks of spare electrodes and cables were available for replacement where necessary (e.g. YSI model 59 DO meter, YSI 5739 probe, YSI 5795A submersible stirrer with reel and cable or an approved similar instrument).

Turbidity Measurement Equipment - The instrument was a portable, weatherproof turbidity-measuring unit complete with cable, sensor and comprehensive operation manuals. The equipment was operated from a DC power source, it has a photoelectric sensor capable of measuring turbidity between 0 - 1000 NTU and complete with a cable with at least 35 m in length (for example Hach 2100P or an approved similar instrument).

Salinity Measurement Instrument - A portable salinometer capable of measuring salinity in the range of 0 - 40 ppt was provided for measuring salinity of the water at each monitoring location.

Water Depth Gauge - A portable, battery-operated echo sounder (for example Seafarer 700 or a similar approved instrument) was used for the determination of water depth at each designated monitoring station. This unit will preferably be affixed to the bottom of the work boat if the same vessel is to be used throughout the monitoring programme. The echo sounder was suitably calibrated.

Positioning Device - A Global Positioning System (GPS) was used during monitoring to allow accurate recording of the position of the monitoring vessel before taking measurements. The Differential GPS, or equivalent instrument, was suitably calibrated at appropriate checkpoint (e.g. Quarry Bay Survey Nail) to verify that the monitoring station is at the correct position before the water quality monitoring commence.

Water Sampling Equipment - A water sampler, consisting of a PVC or glass cylinder of not less than two litres, which can be effectively sealed with cups at both ends, was used. The water sampler has a positive latching system to keep it open and prevent premature closure until released by a messenger when the sampler is at the selected water depth.

Sampling / Testing Protocols

3.7. All in situ monitoring instruments were checked, calibrated, and certified by a laboratory accredited under HOKLAS or any other international accreditation scheme before use, and subsequently re-calibrated at monthly intervals throughout the stages of the water quality monitoring. Responses of sensors and electrodes were checked with certified standard solutions before each use.

3.8. On-site calibration of field equipment was following the “Guide to On-Site Test Methods for the Analysis of Waters”, BS 1427: 2009. Sufficient stocks of spare parts were maintained for replacements when necessary. Backup monitoring equipment was made available so that monitoring can proceed uninterrupted even when equipment is under maintenance, calibration etc.

Laboratory Measurement and Analysis

3.9. Sufficient volume of each water sample was collected for carrying out the laboratory analyses. Using chain of custody forms, collected water samples were transferred to a HOKLAS accredited laboratory (Acumen Laboratory and Testing Limit - HOKLAS 241) for immediate processing. The determination work was start within the next working day after collection of the water samples. Analytical methodology and sample preservation of other parameters were based on the latest edition of Standard Methods for the Examination of Waste and Wastewater published by APHA, AWWA and WPCF and methods by USEPA, or suitable method in accordance with requirements of HOKLAS or another internationally accredited scheme. The QA/QC details were in accordance with the requirements of HOKLAS or another internationally accredited scheme.

3.10. Parameters for laboratory measurements, standard methods and detection limits are presented in Table 3.3.

Table 3.3 Laboratory measurements, standard methods, and corresponding detection limits of marine water quality monitoring

Parameters	Standard Methods	Detection Limit	Reporting Limit	Precision
Dissolved oxygen	Instrumental, CTD	0.1	-	+-25%
Temperature	Instrumental, CTD	0.1	-	+-25%
pH	Instrumental, CTD	0.1	-	+-25%
Turbidity	Instrumental, CTD	0.1	-	+-25%
Salinity	Instrumental, CTD	0.1	-	+-25%
Suspended Solids	APHA 23rd Ed 2540D	1.0	2.5	+-17%

Monitoring Location

3.11. The Impact water quality monitoring locations are in accordance with the EM&A Manual and detailed in Table 3.4 below. A schedule for water quality monitoring was prepared by the ET and submitted to IEC and EPD prior to the commencement of the monitoring.

Table 3.4 Location of Impact Water Quality Monitoring Stations

Station	Easting	Northing	Description
CE	843550	815243	Upstream control station at ebb tide
CF	846843	810193	Upstream control station at flood tide
WSR1	846864	812014	Ecological sensitive receiver at Tung Lung Chau
WSR2	847645	812993	Fisheries sensitive receiver at Tung Lung Chau
WSR3	848023	813262	Ecological sensitive receiver at Tung Lung Chau
WSR4	847886	814154	Ecological sensitive receiver at Tai Miu Wan
WSR16	845039	815287	Ecological sensitive receiver at Fat Tong Chau
WSR33	847159	814488	Ecological sensitive receiver at Tai Miu Wan
WSR36	846878	814081	Ecological sensitive receiver at Kwun Tsai
WSR37	846655	813810	Ecological sensitive receiver at Tit Cham Chau

3.12. WSR1 to WSR37 were identified in accordance with Annex 14 of the EIAO-TM as well as Clause 3.4.4.2 of the Environmental Impact Assessment Study Brief for Desalination Plant at Tseung Kwan O (No. ESB-266/2013). WSR1 to WSR3 are sited near the Tung Lung Chau Fish Culture Zone; WSR16 and WSR36 are sited near the coral assemblages along the coastlines of Fat Tong Chau and Kwun Tsai respectively; WSR 4 and WSR33 are sited near the Coastal Protection Area and coral assemblages in waters of Tai Miu Wan; WSR37 is sited near the fisheries resource including spawning and nursery grounds at the coastal water of Tit Cham Chau.

Figure 3.1 Impact water quality monitoring locations under EM&A Manual

Sampling Frequency

3.13. Impact water quality monitoring were carried out three days per week during the construction phase after the commencement of marine construction works and dredging activities. Monitoring at each station was undertaken at both mid-ebb and mid-flood tides on the same day. The tidal range selected for the impact monitoring was at least 0.5 m for both flood and ebb tides as far as practicable. The interval between two sets of monitoring was not less than 36 hours. The monitoring frequency would be increased in the case of exceedances of Action/Limit Levels if considered necessary by ET. Monitoring frequency would be maintained as far as practicable.

Sampling Depths & Replication

3.14. During impact water quality monitoring, each station was sampled, and measurements/ water samples were taken at three depths, 1 m below the sea surface, mid-depth, and 1 m above the seabed. For in situ measurements, duplicate readings were made at each water depth at each station. Duplicate water samples were collected at each water depth at each station.

Action and Limit Levels

3.15. The Action and Limit Levels have been set based on the derivation criteria specified in the EM&A Manual. The Action/Limit Levels have been derived and are presented in Table 3.5.

Table 3.5 Derived Action and Limit Levels for Water Quality

	Parameters		Action		Limit
	Construction Phase Impact Monitoring
	DO in mg/L		Surface and Middle 7.30 mg L-1 Bottom 7.31 mg L-1 Tung Lung Chau Fish Culture Zone 5.1 mgL-1 or level at control station (Whichever the lower)		Surface and Middle 4 mg L-1 Bottom 2 mg L-1 Tung Lung Chau Fish Culture Zone 5.0 mgL-1 or level at control station (Whichever the lower)
	SS in mg/L (Depth- averaged)		5.00 mg L-1 or 20% exceedance of value at any impact station compared with corresponding data from control station		6.00 mg L-1 or 30% exceedance of value at any impact station compared with corresponding data from control station
Turbidity in NTU (Depth- averaged)		2.41 NTU or 20% exceedance of value at any impact station compared with corresponding data from control station		2.84 NTU or 30% exceedance of value at any impact station compared with corresponding data from control station

Notes:

i. "Depth-averaged" is calculated by taking the arithmetic means of reading of all three depths.

ii. For DO, non-compliance of the water quality limits occurs when monitoring result is lower than the limits.

iii. For Turbidity, SS, iron and Salinity, non-compliance of the water quality limits occurs when monitoring result is higher than the limits.

Monitoring Results and Observations

3.16. Referring to EM&A Manual, the general water quality monitoring should be carried out when there are marine-related construction activities undertaken. General water quality monitoring at the ten monitoring stations (CE, CF, WSR1, WSR2, WSR3, WSR4, WSR16, WSR33, WSR36 and WSR37) was ceased from 1 September 2023 due to the completion of marine-related construction works.

4. WASTE

4.1. The waste generated from this Contract includes inert construction and demolition (C&D) materials, and non-inert C&D materials. Non-inert C&D materials are made up of general refuse, vegetative wastes and recyclable wastes such as plastics and paper/cardboard packaging waste. Steel materials generated from the Contract are also grouped into non-inert C&D materials as the materials were not disposed of with other inert C&D materials. With reference to relevant handling records and trip tickets of this Contract, the quantities of different types of waste generated in the reporting month are summarized in Table 4.1. Details of cumulative waste management data are presented as a waste flow table in Appendix H.

Table 4.1 Quantities of Waste Generated from the Contract during the reporting period

Reporting Month

Actual Quantities of Inert C&D Materials Generated Monthly

Actual Quantities of C&D Wastes Generated Monthly

Total Quantity Generated

Hard Rock and Large Broken Concrete

Reused in the Contract

Reused in other Projects

Disposed as Public Fill

Imported Fill

Metals

Paper / cardboard packaging

Plastics (1)

Chemical Waste

Others, e.g., general refuse

(in ’000kg)

Sept 2023

*260.160

0.00

*260.160

0.00

148.944

0.00

*142.41

Notes: (1) Plastics refer to plastic bottles / containers, plastic sheets / foam from packaging material

(*) The record updated to 23/9/2023 due to the EPD Transaction Records system failure, the update of the waste transaction records from EPD for account-holders’ use is temporarily

suspended. The data from 24/29 to 30/9 will be updated in next reporting period.

5. LANDFILL GAS MONITORING

Monitoring Requirement

5.1. In accordance with Section 11 of the EM&A Manual, monitoring of landfill gas is required for construction works within the 250m Consultation Zone. Part of the desalination plant and the indicative area of natural slope mitigation works fall within the SENT Landfill Extension Consultation Zone; and part of the 1,200 mm diameter fresh water mains along Wan Po Road falls within the SENT Landfill and SENT Landfill Extension Consultation Zones, TKO Stage II/III Restored Landfill and TKO Stage I Restored Landfill Consultation Zones.

Monitoring Programme

5.2. Since part of the desalination plant (Wan Po Road and MIC compound/Basketball Court) and the indicative area of natural slope mitigation works fall within the SENT Landfill Extension Consultation Zone in this contract (Figure 5.1), landfill gas monitoring would be required for Wan Po Road and MIC compound/Basketball Court (Figure 5.2) if excavations were conducted at more than 300mm deep. Although SENT Landfill Extension has commenced operation since November 2021, no excavation works were conducted at MIC compound/Basketball Court. Hence no landfill gas monitoring would be scheduled for MIC compound/Basketball Court at the current stage.

Monitoring Location

5.3. Monitoring of oxygen, methane, carbon dioxide and barometric pressure would be performed for excavations at 1m depth or more within the consultation Zone.

5.4. During construction of works within the consultation zones, excavations of 1m depth or more was monitored:

- At the ground surface before excavation commences;

- Immediately before any worker enters the excavation;

- At the beginning of each working day for the entire period the excavation remains open; and

- Periodically through the working day whilst workers are in the excavation.

5.5. For excavations between 300mm and 1m deep, measurements were carried out:

- Directly after the excavation has been completed; and

- Periodically whilst the excavation remains open.

5.6. The area required to be monitored for landfill gas in the reporting period is shown in

Figure 5.1.

8. EM&A SITE INSPECTION

8.1. Site inspections were carried out on a weekly basis to monitor the implementation of proper environmental pollution control and mitigation measures under the Contract. In the reporting period, site inspections were carried out on 5, 12, 19 and 26 September 2023 at the site portions listed in Table 7.1 below.

Table 7.1 Summaries of Site Inspection Record

Date	Inspected Site Portion	Time
5 September 2023	TKO Area 137	14:30 - 15:30
12 September 2023	TKO Area 137	15:00 - 16:00
19 September 2023	TKO Area 137	14:30 - 15:30
26 September 2023	TKO Area 137	09:15- 11:00

8.2. Joint site inspections with IEC were carried out on 12 and 26 September 2023.

8.3. Environmental deficiencies were observed during weekly site inspection. Key observations during the site inspections and during the reporting period are summarized in Table 7.2.

Table 7.2 Site Observations

Date	Environmental Observations	Follow-up Status
5 Sept 2023	No major environmental deficiency was observed.	N/A
12 Sept 2023	No major environmental deficiency was observed.	N/A
19 Sept 2023	No major environmental deficiency was observed.	N/A
26 Sept 2023	Chemical container found near the OSCG shall be properly storage.	Chemical was removed.

7.1. According to the EIA Study Report, Environmental Permit, contract documents and EM&A Manual, the mitigation measures detailed in the documents should be implemented as much as practical during the reporting period. An updated Implementation Status of Environmental Mitigation Measures (EMIS) is provided in Appendix C. Site inspection proforma of the reporting period is provided in Appendix I.

9. FUTURE KEY ISSUES

9.1. Works to be undertaken in the next reporting month are:

Administration Building

- Carrying out the floor tiles works at G/F

- Construction of 4 dog houses on the roof and block wall in the pipe duct

- Installation of building services, cable laying, electrical switchboard

Chemical building

- Installation of leakage collection pit cover

- Construction of concrete slab for safety showers

- Construction of trunk load pits

- Underground utility construction work

- Defect rectification

Main Electrical & Central Chiller Plant Building

- Installation of chillers, building services, electrical switchboard and cable laying

- Installation of Roof Tile for Fuel Tank Room

ActiDAFF

- Underground utility construction work

- Installation of access covers on roof

- Construction of staircase no 2

- Installation of mechanical equipment, piping system, installation of building services, electrical switchboards and cable laying

Product Water Storage Tank Building

- Installation of Cat Ladders in Water Tank A

- Sealing slab opening in water Tank A

- Re-construction of Wall PW8 in Water Tank A

- Installation of metal cladding, building services, cable laying, mechanical equipment, steel pipe

- Underground utility construction

OSCG Building

- Installation of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) Panel and metal cladding

- Installation of Roller Shutters and Window

- Coating and Installation of Grating Cover for Brine Tank

- Underground utility construction work

- Installation of building services, mechanical equipment and cable laying

Reverse Osmosis Building

- Installation of building services, electrical switchboard, mechanical equipment,

steel pipe, Glass Reinforced Plastics (GRP) pipe, pressure test of the GRP pipe, Membrane Loading, raised floor

- Installation of metal cladding, handrailing, roller shutters, glass canopy and glass house

- Underground utility construction work

- Pipe laying at corridor outside Toilet and Backfilling Work

Post Treatment Building

- Installation of service staircase tower, louvres, cat ladders, handrailing and metal cladding

- Installation of building services, Installation of mechanical equipment and piping system

- Underground utility construction work

Inspection corridor

- Construction of roof waterproofing works, screeding works on the deck level and staircases no. 1 and 2

- Installation of Movement Joints

- Installation of building services

CO2 Tanks

- Installation of pipes and electrical wiring Combined Shaft and Pump room

- Internal finishing, Door; window; Lover Installation

Other

- Rock anchor installation

- Watermain works at CLP 132 kV Substation

- Structure Construction, steel fence erection of Wave Deflector Wall at seawall area

- Staircases construction; Steel Bridge assembly and installation at elevated

walkway

- Foot plinth concreting and barrier erection at flexible barrier

- Final check of Marine Diffuser Pipe

9.2. The major environmental impacts brought by the above construction works will include:

- Construction dust and noise generation from excavation and construction works;

- Waste generation from construction activities; and

9.3. The key environmental mitigation measures for the Project in the coming reporting period associated with the above construction works will include:

- Dust suppression by regular wetting and water spraying for construction works

- Reduction of noise from equipment and machinery on-site by regular checking of on-site plant/vehicle to ensure proper functioning

- Sorting and storage of general refuse and construction waste

- Deployment of silt curtain at the marine areas.

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
Air Quality
S4.8.1	Impervious dust screen or sheeting will be provided to enclose scaffolding from the ground floor level of building for construction of superstructure of the new buildings.	Land site/ During Construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Air Pollution Control (Construction Dust)
S4.8.1	Impervious sheet will be provided for skip hoist for material transport.	Land site/ During Construction, particularly dry season	Contractor(s)		ü		NA	-
S4.8.1	The area where dusty work takes place should be sprayed with water or a dust suppression chemical immediately prior to, during and immediately after dusty activities as far as practicable.	Land site/ During Construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	All dusty materials should be sprayed with water or a dust suppression chemical immediately prior to any loading, unloading or transfer operation.	Land site/ During Construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	Dropping heights for excavated materials should be controlled to a practical height to minimize the fugitive dust arising from unloading.	Land site/ During Construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	During transportation by truck, materials should not be loaded to a level higher than the side and tail boards and should be dampened or covered before transport.	Land site/ During Construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	Wheel washing device should be provided at the exits of the work sites. Immediately before leaving a construction site, every vehicle shall be washed to remove any dusty material from its body and wheels as far as practicable.	Land site/ During Construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	Road sections between vehicle-wash areas and vehicular entrance will be paved.	Land site/ During Construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	Hoarding of not less than 2.4m high from ground level will be provided along the length of the Project Site boundary.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü	ü		N/A	-
S4.8.1	Haul roads will be kept clear of dusty materials and will be sprayed with water so as to maintain the entire road surface wet at all times.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented after reminder	-

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
S4.8.1	Temporary stockpiles of dusty materials will be either covered entirely by impervious sheets or sprayed with water to maintain the entire surface wet all the time.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented after reminder	-
S4.8.1	Stockpiles of more than 20 bags of cement, dry pulverised fuel ash and dusty construction materials will be covered entirely by impervious sheeting sheltered on top and 3-sides.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	All exposed areas will be kept wet always to minimise dust emission.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	Ultra-low-sulphur diesel (ULSD) will be used for all construction plant on-site, as defined as diesel fuel containing not more than 0.005% sulphur by weight) as stipulated in Environment, Transport and Works Bureau Technical Circular (ETWB-TC(W)) No 19/2005 on Environmental Management on Construction Sites.	Land site/ During construction/ During Operation	Contractor(s)		ü	ü	Implemented	Environment, Transport and Works Bureau Technical Circular (ETWB- TC(W)) No 19/2005 on Environmental Management on Construction Sites
S4.8.1	The engine of the construction equipment during idling will be switched off.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S4.8.1	Concrete batching plant will be required on site. control measures recommended in the Guidance Note on a Best Practicable Means for Cement Works (Concrete Batching Plant) (BPM 3/2 (93)) will be implemented. The control measures recommended in the Guidance Note on a Best Practicable Means for Cement Works (Concrete Batching Plant) (BPM 3/2 (93)) will be implemented.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	-
S4.8.1	Regular maintenance of construction equipment deployed on-site will be conducted to prevent black smoke emission.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented after observation	-
S4.10	To ensure proper implementation of the recommended dust mitigation measures and good construction site practices during the construction phase, environmental site audits on weekly basis is recommended throughout the construction period.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)/ Environmental Team (ET) & Independent Environmental Checker (IEC)		ü		Implemented	-

Note: D - Design stage C - Construction O - Operation

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
Noise
S5.7	Only well-maintained plant will be operated on-site and plant will be serviced regularly during the construction phase.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	Silencers or mufflers on construction equipment will be utilised and will be properly maintained during the construction phase.	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	Mobile plant, if any, will be sited as far away from NSRs as possible.	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	Machines and plant (such as trucks) that may be in intermittent use will be shut down between work periods or will be throttled down to a minimum.	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	Plants known to emit noise strongly in one direction will, wherever possible, be orientated so that the noise is directed away from the nearby NSRs.	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	Material stockpiles and other structures will be effectively utilised, wherever practicable, in screening noise from on-site construction activities.	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	Use of Quite Powered Mechanical Equipment (QPME).	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	Movable noise barriers of 3m in height with skid footing should be used and located within a few metres of stationary plant and mobile plant such that the line of sight to the NSR is blocked by the barriers. The length of the barrier should be at least five times greater than its height. The noise barrier material should have a superficial surface density of at least 7 kg m-2 and have no o or gappeningss.	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	The noise insulating sheet should be deployed such that there would be no opening or gaps on the joints.	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	Construction activities (e.g. excavation/shoring, reinstatement (asphalt), and pipe jacking) will be planned and carried out in sequence, such that items of PME proposed for these activities will not be operated simultaneously.	Noise control/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü	ü		Implemented	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from Construction Works
S5.7	PMEs will not be used at the works areas near educational institutions with residual impact (ie the “influence area” within a	Noise control / During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	A Practical Guide for the Reduction of Noise from

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
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	radius of 40m) during school hours in order to reduce impact to the educational institutions.							Construction Works
S5.7	Noise enclosures or acoustic sheds would be used to cover stationary PME such as generators. Portable/Movable noise enclosure made of material with superficial surface density of at least 7 kg m-2 may be used for screening the noise from operation of the saw/groover, concrete.	Noise control/ Pre- construction/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü	ü		N/A	-
S5.9	Sawcutting pavement, breaking up of pavement, excavation /shoring, pipe laying, backfilling, reinstatement (concrete) and pipe jacking shall be scheduled outside the examination period.	Noise control/ Pre- construction/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü	ü		N/A	-
S5.9	In view the duration of noise exceedance at Creative Secondary School, PLK Laws Foundation College, TKO Kei Tak Primary School and School of Continuing and Professional Studies-CUHK is limited to 8 weeks, the construction work in the influence areas near the four schools shall be scheduled during long school holidays (eg summer holiday, Easter holiday or Christmas holiday, etc) as far as practicable. Scheduling the construction work for the four schools.	Noise control/ Pre- construction/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü	ü		N/A	-
S5.10	A noise monitoring programme shall be implemented for the construction phase.	Designated monitoring stations as defined in EM&A Manual/During construction phase	Environmental Team		ü		N/A	-
S5.10	The effectiveness of on-site control measures could also be evaluated through the regular site audits.	All facilities/ During construction	Contractor(s)/ ET & Independent Environmental Checker (IEC)		ü		Implemented	-

Note: D - Design stage C - Construction O - Operation

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
Water Quality
S6.9	Dredged marine sediment will be disposed of in a gazetted marine disposal area in accordance with marine dumping permit conditions of the Dumping at Sea Ordinance (DASO).	Marine Dredging/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Dumping at Sea Ordinance (DASO)
S6.9	Disposal vessels will be fitted with tight bottom seals in order to prevent leakage of material during transport.	Marine Dredging/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9	Barges will be filled to a level, which ensures that material does not spill over during transport to the disposal site and that adequate freeboard is maintained to ensure that the decks are not washed by wave action.	Marine Dredging/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9	After dredging, any excess materials will be cleaned from decks and exposed fittings before the vessel is moved from the dredging area.	Marine Dredging/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9	All vessels should be well maintained and inspected before use to limit any potential discharges to the marine environment.	Marine Dredging/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9	All vessels must have a clean ballast system.	Marine Dredging/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9	No discharge of sewage/grey wastewater should be allowed. Wastewater from potentially contaminated area on working vessels should be minimized and collected. These kinds of wastewater should be brought back to port and discharged at appropriate collection and treatment system.	Marine Dredging/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9	No soil waste is allowed to be disposed overboard.	Marine Dredging/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	-
S6.9	Silt removal facilities such as silt traps or sedimentation facilities will be provided to remove silt particles from runoff to meet the requirements of the TM standard under the WPCO. The design of silt removal facilities will be based on the guidelines provided in ProPECC PN 1/94. All drainage facilities and erosion and sediment control structures will be inspected on a regular basis and maintained to confirm proper and efficient operation at all times and particularly during rainstorms. Deposited silt and grit will be removed regularly.	Land site & drainage/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	ProPECC PN 1/94 TM Standard under the WPCO
S6.9	Earthworks to form the final surfaces will be followed up with surface protection and drainage works to prevent erosion caused by rainstorms.	Land site & drainage/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
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S6.9	Appropriate surface drainage will be designed and provided where necessary.	Land site & drainage/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9	The precautions to be taken at any time of year when rainstorms are likely together with the actions to be taken when a rainstorm is imminent or forecasted and actions to be taken during or after rainstorms are summarized in Appendix A2 of ProPECC PN 1/94.	Land site & drainage/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü	ü		Implemented	ProPECC PN 1/94
S6.9	Oil interceptors will be provided in the drainage system where necessary and regularly emptied to prevent the release of oil and grease into the storm water drainage system after accidental spillages.	Land site & drainage/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	-
S6.9	Temporary and permanent drainage pipes and culverts provided to facilitate runoff discharge, if any, will be adequately designed for the controlled release of storm flows.	Land site & drainage/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9	The temporary diverted drainage, if any, will be reinstated to the original condition when the construction work has finished or when the temporary diversion is no longer required.	Land site & drainage/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	-
S6.9	Appropriate numbers of portable toilets shall be provided by a licensed contractor to serve the construction workers over the construction site to prevent direct disposal of sewage into the water environment.	Land site & drainage/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S6.9 and S6.12	The sterilization water should be dechlorinated with total residual chlorine (TRC) level below 1 mg/L before discharge to public sewer. In situ testing of TRC should also be conducted for the discharge of chlorinated water for pipeline disinfection to ensure sufficient dechlorination before discharge to public sewer.	Sterilization of water mains prior to commissioning	Contractor(s)		ü	ü	N/A	Technical Memorandum for Effluents Discharged into Drainage and Sewerage Systems Inland and Coastal Waters
S6.9	The cleaning and flushing water should also be treated and desilted to the relevant discharge requirement stipulated in TM-DSS before discharging.	Sterilization of water mains prior to commissioning	Contractor(s)		ü	ü	Implemented
S6.9	Site drainage should be well maintained, and good construction practices should be observed to ensure that oil, fuels, solvents, and other chemicals are managed, stored and handled properly and do not enter the nearby water streams.	Land site & drainage/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)		ü	ü	Implemented	-
S6.12	Regular site inspections will be carried out in order to confirm that regulatory requirements are being met and that contractors are implementing the standard site practice and mitigation measures as proposed to reduce potential impacts to water quality.	During construction	Contractor(s)/ ET & IEC		ü		Implemented	-

Note: D - Design stage C - Construction O - Operation

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
Waste Management
S8.5	Nomination of approved personnel to be responsible for standard site practices, arrangements for collection and effective disposal to an appropriate facility of all wastes generated at the site.	Contract mobilization/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S8.5	Training of site personnel in proper waste management and chemical handling procedures. Training will be provided to workers on the concepts of site cleanliness and appropriate waste management procedures, including waste reduction, reuse, and recycling at the beginning of the construction works.	Contract mobilization/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S8.5	Provision of sufficient waste disposal points and regular collection for disposal.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)		ü	ü	Implemented	DEVB TC(W) No. 8/2010, Enhanced Specification for Site Cleanliness and Tidiness.
S8.5	Appropriate measures to reduce windblown litter and dust transportation of waste by either covering trucks or by transporting wastes in enclosed containers.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	DEVB TC(W) No. 8/2010, Enhanced Specification for Site Cleanliness and Tidiness.
S8.5	A waste management plan (WMP) as stated in the “ETWB TC(W) No. 19/2005, Environmental Management on Construction Sites” for the amount of waste generated, recycled and disposed of (including the disposal sites) will be established and implemented during the construction phase as part of the Environmental Management Plan (EMP). The Contractor will be required to prepare the EMP and submits it to the Architect/ Engineer under the Contract for approval prior to implementation.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	ETWB TC(W) No. 19/2005, Environmental Management on Construction Sites
S8.5	Separation of chemical wastes for special handling and appropriate treatment at the Chemical Waste Treatment Centre at Tsing Yi.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Chapters 2 & 3 Code of Practice on the Packaging, Labelling & Storage of Chemical Wastes published under the Waste Disposal Ordinance (Cap 354), Section 35
S8.5	Regular cleaning and maintenance programme for drainage systems, sumps and oil interceptors.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Waste Disposal Ordinance (Cap 354)

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
S8.5	A recording system for the amount of wastes generated/ recycled and disposal sites. The trip- ticket system will be included as one of the contractual requirements and implemented by the contractor(s).	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	DEVB TC(W) No. 6/2010, Trip Ticket System for Disposal of Construction & Demolition Materials
S8.5	Segregation and storage of different types of waste in different containers, skips or stockpiles to enhance reuse or recycling of material and their proper disposal.	Land site/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	WBTC 32/92, The Use of Tropical Hard Wood on Construction Site
S8.5	Encourage collection of aluminium cans and wastepaper by individual collectors during construction with separate labelled bins provided to segregate these wastes from other general refuse by the workforce.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	ETWB TCW No. 33/2002, Management of Construction and Demolition Material Including Rock
S8.5	Any unused chemicals and those with remaining functional capacity will be recycled as far as possible.	Land site/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	-
S8.5	Use of reusable non-timber formwork to reduce the amount of C&D materials.	All areas/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	WBTC 32/92, The Use of Tropical Hard Wood on Construction Site
S8.5	Prior to disposal of construction waste, wood, steel, and other metals will be separated to the extent practical, for re-use and/or recycling to reduce the quantity of waste to be disposed of to landfill.	All areas/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	DEVB TC(W) No. 6/2010, Trip Ticket System for Disposal of Construction & Demolition Materials
S8.5	Proper storage and site practices to reduce the potential for damage or contamination of construction materials.	All areas/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S8.5	Plan and stock construction materials carefully to reduce amount of waste generated and avoid unnecessary generation of waste.	All areas/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S8.5	A Sediment Quality Report (SQR) for sampling and chemical testing of the sediment will be prepared and submitted to the EPD for approval. The approved detailed sampling and chemical testing will be carried out prior to the commencement of the dredging activities to confirm the sediment disposal method.	Marine works/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		N/A	ETWB TC(W) No. 34/2002 and Dumping at Sea Ordinance (DASO)

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
S8.5	The management of dredged/ excavated sediment management requirement from ETWB TC(W) No. 34/2002 will be incorporated in the Specification of the Contract Documents.	Marine works/ During construction	WSD/ Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	ETWB TC(W) No. 34/2002 and Dumping at Sea Ordinance (DASO)
S8.5	The contractor will open a billing account with EPD in accordance with the Waste Disposal (Charges for Disposal of Construction Waste) Regulation for the payment of disposal charges.	Contract mobilization/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Cap 354N Waste Disposal (Charges for Disposal of Construction Waste) Regulation
S8.5	A trip-ticket system will be established in accordance with DEVB TC(W) No. 6/2010 to monitor the reuse of surplus excavated materials off-site and disposal of construction waste and general refuse at transfer facilities/ landfills, and to control fly-tipping.	Contract mobilization/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	DEVB TC(W) No. 6/2010, Trip Ticket System for Disposal of Construction & Demolition Materials
S8.5	The project proponent will also conduct regular inspection of the waste management measures implemented on site as described in the Waste Management Plan.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)/ Environmental Team (ET) & Independent Environmental Checker (IEC)		ü		Implemented	ETWB TC(W) No. 19/2005, Environmental Management on Construction Sites
S8.5	A recording system (similar to summary table as shown in Annex 5 and Annex 6 of Appendix G of ETWB TC(W) No. 19/2005) for the amount of waste generated, recycled and disposed of (including the disposal sites) will be established during the construction phase.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Annex 5 and Annex 6 of Appendix G of ETWB TC(W) No. 19/2005
S8.5	Inert C&D materials (public fill) will be reused within the Project as far as practicable.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S8.5	Public fill and construction waste shall be segregated and stored in different containers or skips to facilitate reuse or recycling of materials and their proper disposal.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S8.5	Specific areas of the work site will be designated for such segregation and storage if immediate use is not practicable.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S8.5	To reduce the potential dust and water quality impacts of site formation works, C&D materials will be wetted as quickly as possible to the extent practice after filling.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Air Pollution Control (Construction Dust) Regulation (Cap 311R); WPCO (Cap 358)

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
S8.5	Open stockpiles of excavated/ fill materials or construction wastes on-site should be covered with tarpaulin or similar fabric.	Land site/ During Construction, particularly dry season	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Air Pollution Control (Construction Dust) Regulation (Cap 311R)
S8.5	Chemical waste container shall be suitable for the substance they are holding, resistant to corrosion, maintained in a good condition, and securely closed.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented	Waste Disposal (Chemical Waste) (General) Regulation; Code of Practice on the Packaging, Handling and Storage of Chemical Wastes
S8.5	Chemical waste container shall have a capacity of less than 450 L unless the specifications have been approved by the EPD.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented
S8.5	A label in English and Chinese shall be displayed on the chemical container in accordance with instructions prescribed in Schedule 2 of the Regulations.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented
S8.5	Storage areas for chemical waste shall be enclosed on at least 3 sides.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented
S8.5	Storage areas for chemical waste shall have an impermeable floor and bunding, of capacity to accommodate 110% of the volume of the largest container or 20% by volume of the chemical waste stored in that area, whichever is the greatest.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented
S8.5	Storage areas for chemical waste shall have adequate ventilation.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented
S8.5	Storage areas for chemical waste shall be covered to prevent rainfall entering (water collected within the bund must be tested and disposed of as chemical waste, if necessary).	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented
S8.5	Storage areas for chemical waste shall be arranged so that incompatible materials are appropriately separated.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented
S8.5	General refuse will be stored in enclosed bins or compaction units separately from construction and chemical wastes.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented after reminder
S8.5	Adequate number of waste containers will be provided to avoid over-spillage of waste.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented	DEVB TC(W) No. 8/2010 Enhanced Specification for Site Cleanliness and Tidiness.

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
S8.5	A reputable waste collector will be employed by the Contractor to remove general refuse from the site, separately from construction and chemical wastes, on a daily basis to minimize odour, pest and litter impacts.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented	-
S8.5	Recycling bins will be provided at strategic locations within the Site to facilitate recovery of recyclable materials (including aluminum can, wastepaper, glass bottles and plastic bottles) from the Site. Materials recovered will be sold for recycling.	All area/ During construction/ During operation	Contractor(s)/ WSD		ü	ü	Implemented	-
S8.5	To avoid any odour and litter impact, accurate number of portable toilets will be provided for workers on-site.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S8.5	The burning of refuse on construction sites is prohibited by law.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	Air Pollution Control Ordinance (Cap 311)
S8.7	To facilitate monitoring and control over the contractors’ performance on waste management, a waste inspection and audit programme will be implemented throughout the construction phase.	All facilities/ During construction	ET/ IEC		ü		Implemented	-

Note: D - Design stage C - Construction O - Operation

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
Ecology
S9.7	For slope mitigation works within the Clear Water Bay Country Park, to avoid tree felling and damages to trees, the exact locations of the flexible barrier foundation plates, soil nails and rock dowels can be adjusted during detailed design, and a setback distance from existing trees is recommended to be maintained as far as practical. A detailed specification describing the exact locations of the flexible barrier foundation plates, soil nails and rock dowels will be prepared to illustrate how the setback distance from existing trees would be implemented for tree avoidance.	Slope mitigation works area/ During detailed design/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü	ü		Implemented	-
S9.7	Pruning of tree canopies along the alignment of the flexible barriers shall be limited to a minimum.	Slope mitigation works area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented
S9.7	The alignment of flexible barriers shall be optimized to preserve all species of conservation interest and minimize the impact to the existing vegetation as far as practicable. All individuals of Marsdenia lachnostoma within the slope mitigation areas shall be retained in- situ, by positioning the alignment of flexible barrier at a minimum 1.5m in a radius away from these individuals.	Slope mitigation works area/ During detailed design/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü	ü		Implemented	-
S9.7 and 9.10	At the detailed design stage prior to the commencement of the slope mitigation works, a vegetation survey shall be carried out at the slope mitigation areas within the Clear Water Bay Country Park to assess the condition and identify the location of each individual of Marsdenia lachnostoma and other flora species of conservation interest that may be directly affected by the construction works.	Slope mitigation works area/ During detailed design/ During construction	Contractor(s)	ü			Implemented	-
S9.7	Temporary fencing will be installed to fence off the concerned species either in groups of individually within the works area and in the close proximity to prevent from being damaged and disturbed during construction. A sign identifying the site shall be attached to the fence and flagging tape shall be attached to the individuals to visualize their locations.	Slope mitigation works area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S9.7 and S9.10	A specification for fencing and demarcating individuals of Marsdenai lachnostoma (or other flora species of conservation interest, if found) adjacent to the proposed alignment of the flexible barriers will be prepared to protect the species.	Slope mitigation works area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S9.7	Induction training shall also be provided to all site personnel in order to brief them on this flora of conservation interest including the locations and their importance.	Slope mitigation works area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
S9.7	The resident site supervisory staff will closely monitor the conditions of concerned individuals during construction of flexible barriers in the close proximity.	Slope mitigation works area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S9.7	Erect fences along the boundary of the works area before the commencement of works to prevent vehicle movements and encroachment of personnel onto adjacent areas.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S9.7	Regularly check the work site boundaries to ensure that they are not breached, and that damage does not occur to surrounding areas.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)/ ET		ü		Implemented	-
S9.7	Avoid any damage and disturbance, particularly those caused by filling and illegal dumping, to the surrounding habitats through proper management of waste disposal.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		Implemented	-
S9.7	Reinstate temporarily affected areas, particularly the habitats of plantation and shrubland-grassland immediately after completion of construction works, through on-site tree/shrub planting. The tree/shrub species will be chosen with reference to those in the surrounding area.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		To be implemented	-
S9.7	Affected habitats within the Clear Water Bay Country Bay shall be reinstated by hydro-seeding and planting of climbers and native shrub seedlings where practical upon completion of the slope mitigation works.	All area/ During construction	Contractor(s)		ü		To be implemented	-

Note: D - Design stage C - Construction O - Operation

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
Landscape & Visual
S11.10 & 11.11	The construction area and area allowed for temporary structures, such as the contractor’s office, will be minimized to a practical minimum. (MM1)	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/ During operation	WSD/ Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented	-
S11.10 & 11.11	At the detailed design stage, the design team will seek to minimize the landscape footprint of the Project and above ground facilities, while satisfying all other requirements. (MM2)	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/ During operation	WSD/ Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented	-
S11.10 & 11.11	Design principles will be adopted to take into account the surrounding area, particularly Clear Water Bay Country Park behind and the nearby waterfront, with due consideration given to: - green roofs where practical (i.e. without equipment on the roof); - roadside planting; - aesthetic treatment of all structures; - vertical greening; - screen planting along application site; and - landscape enhancement with amenity planting where practical including planting along the edge (site boundary) fence with native shrubs where feasible, to reduce their visual impact and blend them into the surrounding landscape. (MM3)	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/ During operation	WSD/ Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented	-
S11.10 & 11.11	All trees within the Project Site or the potential slope mitigation works area will be carefully protected during construction according to DEVB TCW No. 10/2013 - Tree Preservation (MM4)	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/ During operation	WSD/ Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented	ETWB TCW No. 3/2006 - Tree Preservation.
S11.10 & 11.11	No tree within the Country Park will be felled. Trees within the Site unavoidably affected by the works will be transplanted where necessary and practical. For trees that need to be felled, compensatory planting will be provided to the satisfaction of	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/ During operation	WSD/ Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented	DEVB TC(W) No. 10/2013
	relevant Government departments.
	A compensatory tree planting proposal including locations of
	tree compensation will be submitted to seek relevant
	government department’s approval, in accordance with DEVB
	TC(W) No. 10/2013. (MM5)
S11.10 & 11.11	Any slope mitigation works necessary to address natural terrain hazards, will be minimized to minimize any potential environmental impact to the Country Park e.g. soil nailing and rock stabilization will aim to avoid existing trees e.g. should any restoration of vegetation be necessary, the best planting matrix with native species will be established, with the aim of resembling the existing vegetation. (MM6)	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/ During operation	WSD/ Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
Landfill Gas Hazard
S12.7	During all works, safety procedures should be implemented to minimize the risks of fires and explosions, asphyxiation of workers and toxicity effects resulting from contact with contaminated soil and groundwater.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented	-
S12.7	During trenching and excavation as well as creation of confined spaces at near to or below ground level, precautions should be clearly laid down and rigidly Gas detection equipment and appropriate breathing apparatus should be available and used when entering confined spaces or trenches deeper than 1 meter.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented
S12.7	The Contractor should make the workers are aware of potential hazards of working in confined spaces (any chamber, manhole or culvert which is large enough to permit access to personnel). Such work in confined spaces is controlled by the Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Confined Spaces) Regulations of the Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance. Following the Safety Guide to Working in Confined Spaces ensures compliance with the above regulations.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented
S12.7	Safety officers, specifically trained with regard to landfill gas and leachate related hazards and the appropriate actions to take in adverse circumstances, should be present on the site throughout the works, in particular, when works are undertaken below grade.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented
S12.7	All personnel who work on site and all visitors to the site should be made aware of the possibility of ignition of gas in the vicinity of the works, the possible presence of contaminated water and the need to avoid physical contact with it.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented
S12.7	Monitoring for landfill gas should be undertaken in all excavations, manholes, chambers (particularly during pipe jacking) and any confined spaces through the use of an intrinsically safe portable instrument, appropriately calibrated and capable of measuring the concentrations of methane. carbon dioxide and oxygen.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented
S12.7	Monitoring frequency and areas to be monitored should be specified prior to commencement of groundwork, either by the Safety Officer, or by an appropriately qualified person. All measurements should be recorded and documented.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented
S12.7	Proceed drilling with adequate care and precautions against the potential hazards which may be encountered.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented

EIA Reference	Recommended Environmental Protection Measures/ Mitigation Measures	Objectives of the recommended measures & main concerns to address	Implementation Agent	Implementation Stage			Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
EIA Reference			Implementation Agent	D	C	O	Implementation Status	Relevant Legislation & Guidelines
S12.7	Prior to the commencement of the site works, the drilling contractor should devise a 'method-of- working' statement covering all normal and emergency procedures (including but not limited to number of operatives, experience and special skills of operatives, normal method of operations, emergency procedures, supervisors responsibilities, storage and use of safety equipment, safety procedures and signs, barriers and guarding). The site supervisor and all operatives must be familiar with this statement.	All area/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented
S12.7	Where below ground service entries are necessary to the Incoming Switchgear Room, 132 kV Substation and Chlorine Store (I) and (II), the entry point should be sealed to prevent gas entry. In addition, any below grade cable trenches entering the Incoming Switchgear Room and 132 kV Substation can become the pathway for landfill gas and hence grilled metal covers should be used.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	N/A
S12.7	It is recommended regular landfill gas monitoring should be carried out at the Incoming Switchgear Room, 132 kV Substation and Chlorine Store (I) and (II). The monitoring frequency will be monthly for the first year of operation. If the monitoring results show no sign of landfill gas migration, reduce the monitoring frequency to once every six months.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	N/A
S12.7	The manholes and utility pits within the Project Site and along the fresh water mains. Each manhole/ utility pit should be monitored with two measurements (at mid depth and base). Each measurement should be monitored for a minimum of 10 minutes. A steady reading and peak reading should be recorded at each manhole/ utility pit and for each measurement. The need for venting the manhole/ utility pit and further monitoring will be reviewed after the initial monitoring.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented
S12.7	All construction, operation and maintenance personnel working on-site as well as visitors should be made aware of the hazards of landfill gas and its possible presence on-site. This should be achieved through a combination of posting warning signs in prominent places and also by access to detailed information on landfill gas hazards and the designs and procedural means by which these hazards are being minimized on-site.	All area/ Detailed design/ During construction/operation	Contractor(s)	ü	ü	ü	Implemented