E.

Environmental Impact Assessment

As the construction sector experiencing resurgence in growth, it is bound to have a

detrimental impact on the environment. Construction has massive direct and indirect effects on

the environment. In line with this, the project proponents identify the possible environmental

effects of the proposed project to avoid the casualties and to mitigate damages to the ecosystem.

Since the location of the proposed site is a former agricultural field, coconut trees can be

seen within the area. Before the construction of the project, it is expected that the coconut trees

will be removed from the project site in accordance to the Republic Act No. 10593. After the

construction, each tree removed will be replaced by new one. It is also expected to have a

change in the surface of land due to its process in clearing the vegetation and excavating the

place for construction.

Air quality in the area of the project can change upon the construction. Given the nature

of the work undertaken on various construction sites, dust is one of the main causes of air

pollution. Dust is categorized by any particulate matter that is smaller than 10 microns in

diameter. Materials that the builders are working with, such as concrete, cement, wood, stone and

silica, are prone to releasing dust and can be carried over wide areas. Additionally, diesel engines

and on-site equipment releases dust-sized particulate matter in the form of soot, sulphates and

silicates into the air.

Diesel engines and equipment are also responsible for the release of toxic gases into the

air. Aside from the dust-sized particulate matter, the use of these machines also releases carbon

monoxide, hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides and carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Construction

sites also use many of the hazardous chemicals, such as oils thinners, and paints, which can

release toxic fumes into the atmosphere as well.

 These air pollution and release of greenhouse gases and fumes into the atmosphere can

ruthlessly distresses the natural bio-network and ecosystem and are the primary responsible for

global warming, climate change and ozone depletion.

F. Safety and Health Requirements

Construction sites are high risk working environments. Upon the construction of the

proposed socialized housing in Baragay San Isidro Cainta Rizal, workers are expected to work at

great heights with heavy machinery and potentially dangerous building materials. It’s crucial that

health and safety regulations are closely followed to reduce the chance of injury and protect the

lives of workers.

All the workers must wear the proper PPE or Personal Protective Equipment in the

project site at all times. These include some basic safety precautions like hardhats, eye

protection, hearing protection, harnesses, slip-resistant boots, heavy duty gloves and masks.

Also, high reflective clothing should be worn by all employees in the area in able to be seen by

drivers and equipment operators which can help in reducing potential of being hit. Clear signage

must be required to warn and prevent people to accidentally move to an area where there are

chances of falling debris or other dangerous hazards.

During the construction, the entire area will be temporarily enclosed in order to control

the entry of unauthorized personnel and be able to ensure the safety of people around the site.

First aid kit will be available all throughout the construction process in order to be prepared

whenever an emergency suddenly occur.

Some equipment and machinery will produce noise during the construction. Because of

this, the usage of equipment and machines will be scheduled during day time in order to avoid
the cause of disturbances in the near residences and establishments. The use of screen method

can also be option in reducing noise in the community.