Construction Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP)

The Reconstruction of Nahr El Bared Palestine Refugee Camp

Residential and Non-Residential Units and secondary
infrastructure for Block N56 in Package 7
Prepared by NBC Reconstruction Project Manager
August 2021

Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION 2

2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION 2

2.1 PROJECT CONTEXT 4

2.2 PROJECT ACTIVITIES 4
2.3 STAKEHOLDERS 4

3. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 5

3.1 PROJECT IMPLEMENTING AGENCY 5

3.2 CONTRACTORS 6
3.3 OTHER ENTITIES ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
3.4 TRAINING 6

4. PROJECT STANDARDS (NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL) 7

5. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND GRIEVANCE MECHANISM 8

6. REGISTER OF E&S ASPECTS 8

6.1 PLANNING AND DESIGN 8

6.2 CONSTRUCTION 9

List of Acronyms and Glossary

AoI Area of Influence
ESMP Environmental and Social Management Plan
E&S Environmental and Social
For the sake of simplicity, the acronym E&S is used throughout this document, but the Project’s ESMP is
developed to address all aspects of “sustainability”, i.e. environment, social, occupational health and
safety, human rights and labour aspects.
H&S Health and Safety
ILO International Labour Organisation
PIA Project Implementing Agency

Construction ESMP page 1 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

1. INTRODUCTION

The Project Implementing Agency (PIA) UNRWA is planning to construct Residential and Non-Residential Units
and secondary infrastructure in Block N56 in Package 7 (“the Project”). The Project will be constructed at a site in
Nahr El Bared Palestine Refugee Camp, Tripoli, Lebanon. The construction activities will be executed by the
appointed construction contractor. The construction activities will be supervised by UNRWA.
The purpose of this Construction Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) is to provide a consolidated
summary of all the Environmental and Social (E&S)1 commitments relevant for the construction phase of the Project.
The measures focus on environmental (such as air emissions, biodiversity and environmental contamination) and
social aspects (such as the protection of human rights, communication with local stakeholders, safety of workers
and communities). This ESMP also gives an overview about the E&S Management System that is being
implemented to ensure systematic and effective execution of these commitments, including roles and responsibilities
between UNRWA and the Contractor.
The ESMP can be updated as the Project proceeds through construction to reflect the results of discussions with
stakeholders and to include details of any other E&S developments.

2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Nahr el-Bared Camp (NBC) was one of the most prosperous of the Palestine refugee camps. Situated on the main
highway connecting Tripoli to Syria, it was commercially successful, with people from the hinterland buying goods
and services there because of cheap prices. The destruction of NBC occurred between May and September 2007 as
a result of clashes between the militant group Fatah al-Islam and the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF). Over 6,000
refugee families - a total of over 26,000 registered Palestine refugees from NBC and over a thousand Lebanese
living in the Camp, were forced to abandon their homes.
The majority of these refugees continue to remain displaced, living in temporary accommodation, much of which is
of poor quality, and struggle to cope with their reduced socioeconomic circumstances. Homes, commercial
properties, mosques, NGO and community facilities were almost completely destroyed and all roads, as well as
water and sewerage networks, were badly damaged or destroyed. The UNRWA compound, which housed the
Agency’s local health clinic, schools and relief offices, was also left in ruins.
When the conflict ended, the Government of Lebanon and the international community committed to rebuilding the
destroyed camp. UNRWA was tasked with leading the relief and reconstruction effort and set out to rebuild the
camp and the UNRWA compound. In April 2008, contractors commissioned by the government conducted
preliminary assessments of structural damage and unexploded ordnance (UXO) contamination. The assessments
indicated that the camp contained large numbers of UXOs and determined that the entire camp would need to be
rebuilt. UNRWA developed a Preliminary Master plan for the full reconstruction that was subsequently endorsed
by the Lebanese Prime Minister and presented at the International Donor Conference in Vienna on 23 June 2008.
The conference – a collaborative effort between the Government of Lebanon, the PLO and UNRWA, with support
from the Government of Austria – was held to mobilise funds for the reconstruction of the camp, the adjacent areas
and the surrounding Lebanese municipalities that had been affected by the conflict. All stakeholders present at the
conference unanimously supported the reconstruction of NBC and highlighted its interconnectedness to other
recovery efforts in North Lebanon.
For ease of planning and delivery, the reconstruction of NBC has been divided into 8 Packages, as shown in ‘NBC
design of Package/ Sequence’ below. To date, Packages 1, 2, 3, 4 (including Package A0) and Package 5 have been
completed, including one block in Package 6. With this, the total number of the refugees who were able to return to
NBC reached 3,550 families (14,706 refugees) by August 2021. In addition, 958 shops out of a total of 1,159 have
been provided to traders who are now able to generate income and contribute to the camp economy. The
reconstruction of three blocks in Package 6 and two blocks in Package 7 is ongoing – rebuilding of Blocks N40 and
N42 started in October 2019, Block N43 commenced in March 2020 and the reconstruction of Blocks N54 and N55
got underway in December 2020.
The archaeological investigations, together with the preparation of the detailed design and tender documents for the
outstanding Packages (for both the accommodation/shops and infrastructure) are also ongoing.

1 For the sake of simplicity, the acronym E&S is used throughout this document, but this acronym should be interpreted as including
environment, social, occupational health and safety, human rights and labour aspects.

Construction ESMP page 2 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

 ‘Layout/ map of NBC Sequence of Construction’

Construction ESMP page 3 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

2.1 PROJECT CONTEXT

The site of NBC was completely decimated by the clashes in 2007 between Fatah al-Islam and the LAF. An
ELARD rapid assessment conducted in 2008 found that significant environmental damages were caused by the
generation of demolition waste, pollution to the water resources (especially the Bared river), air pollution and soil
contamination.
The reconstruction of NBC has proceeded in line with all relevant building and environmental legislation as
applies to the construction industry in Lebanon. All designs for the residential and non-residential buildings and
related infrastructure are submitted to the Directorate General for Urban Planning (DGUP) and as-built drawings
are also submitted to the consultant appointed by the Government of Lebanon, Khatib & Alami for their review.
A positive development in 2015 was the construction of a high pressure municipal sewerage line (funded by KfW)
which connects NBC to the waste water treatment facility in Tripoli. Prior to this, all sewerage lines in the Old
Camp flowed directly into the sea, however following the completion of the line the sewerage networks in the Old
Camp have now been connected to this municipal trunk line.
The main source of concern in relation to the environment in NBC in recent years has been the deteriorating
quality of the water supply, particularly in parts of the NBC Adjacent Areas (AA). Since the war, UNRWA
assumed responsibility for the infrastructure networks in both the Old Camp and the NBC AA, including the
operation and maintenance of the ten wells which supply both the Old Camp and the NBC AA. In recent years,
however, the level of demand from a growing population has resulted in over-pumping and in the supply from
several of these wells becoming salty. There is also concern due to the potential for the well water to become
polluted, although regular tests are undertaken by UNRWA as part of its chlorination programme.

2.2 PROJECT ACTIVITIES

The reconstruction of NBC has placed special emphasis on community participation. Given the lack of
information which existed in relation to the layout of the Camp prior to the conflict, a comprehensive survey was
undertaken immediately following the conflict which was organised by community activists as part of NBRC, a
community based organization which is supported by UNRWA. Known as the 2007 Beddawi Survey, this
systematically captured all the key information in relation to the ownership, location, size and configuration of
buildings before the war and has provided the key reference for the design process. Through a process known as
‘validation’, all NBC families registered to return to the camp are given the opportunity to confirm the original
information which was provided, including a formal appeals process to enable families to submit claims where the
data is deemed inaccurate or where information is missing. The validation process was completed at the end of
2017.
Once the information concerning the ownership, location and size of buildings before the war is gathered and
finalized by the NBRC, this data is transferred to the Design Unit which prepares preliminary designs in close
consultation with each beneficiary family. Once these are finalized (each family is required to sign off on the
preliminary designs for their residential or non-residential units), this information is passed to the UNRWA’s
Design Team in Gaza, which prepares detailed designs and tender documents for each of the residential blocks.
Upon awarding the selected Contractor, the Work Programme (Construction Schedule), which will show all of the
detail items of works to be executed in the appropriate and realistic time and sequences. The normal sequence are
start with the survey works (staking out/ lay out) and then site grading, excavation for foundations/ footings,
reinforced concrete for foundation, column, beam, up to the slab floor concrete, etc. The method statement of the
works shall be submitted by the Contractor to PIA prior to the commencement of the works.
All the project documents, including the technical-design/ bid drawing, Bill of Quantities, Technical Specification
and ESMP guideline, are set out as the bid/ contract documents.

2.3 STAKEHOLDERS

UNRWA engages with a wide variety of stakeholders at the national and local level, including the Directorate
General for Urban Planning (DGUP); the Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR); the Departmetn of
General Antiquities (DGA); the Lebanese Palestinian Dialogue Committee (LPDC); the Lebanese Armed Forces
(LAF); the Palestinian Embassy; representatives of local Lebanese municipalities; and the Camp leadership
including the NBC Factions and Popular Committee.

Construction ESMP page 4 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

3. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 PROJECT IMPLEMENTING AGENCY

The reconstruction of NBC is managed by the NBC Reconstruction Project, a dedicated structure within the
UNRWA Lebanon Field Office. The Project Team comprises the following sub-teams:
 The Design Unit, which is a team of Architects responsible for preparing the preliminary designs;
 The Nahr el-Bared Reconstruction Commission (NBRC) which is responsible for leading the process of
community engagement in the planning and design process;
 A team of Archaeologists appointed by the Department of General Antiquities (DGA) which is
conducting the archaeological investigations that is a pre-requisite before reconstruction works can
commence in any given part of the site; and
 A team of engineers which form the Reconstruction Unit, responsible for supervising the work of
contractors implementing the works.
These teams are supported by a team of administrative staff at the Site Office and by other project management
supports based at the Head Office in Beirut, which provides financial, legal, human resource, procurement and
other ancillary support functions.
As the PIA, UNRWA has the overall responsibility for environmental and social management during the
construction phase of the Project. This includes the following responsibilities:
 Ensuring compliance with all relevant national legislation, as well as with the environmental controls and
mitigation measures contained in this ESMP.
 Ensure that the design and planning is in compliance with national requirements and aligned with
international best practise (See Chapter 6.1)
 Monitoring the performance of contractors and sub-contractors used for providing workforce, supplies
and services (see Monitoring provisions in Chapter 6.2, Table 1).
 Acting as point of contact for consultation and feedback to stakeholders and the public (stakeholder
engagement).
 Training of construction workers to raise awareness in the fields of E&S topics and in general
implementation of this ESMP.
While the PIA through the NBC Reconstruction Project Manager holds the overall responsibility for
Environmental and Social Management during the construction phase of the Project, other roles may hold
responsibility, accountability, or need to be consulted and informed (e.g. LFO- DUAL, ICID, Head of
Reconstruction and Environmental & Social Officer). The below Table for RACI Matrix outlines Roles and
Responsibilities within the PIA.

Construction ESMP page 5 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

 Table – RACI Matrix

Director of Works /

(HSE & Quality)

Project Manager /
Head Design Unit
DUAL / D/DUAL

Coordinators
Construction

Monitoring
Managers
ACTIVITY

UNRWA
(P) / ICID
Ensuring compliance with all relevant
national legislation, as well as with the
A R I C
environmental controls and mitigation
measures contained in this ESMP
Ensure that the design and planning is in
compliance with national requirements and
A R C I
aligned with international best practise
(See Chapter 6.1)
Monitoring the performance of contractors
and sub-contractors used for providing
workforce, supplies and services (see A R C I
Monitoring provisions in Chapter 6.2,
Table 1).
Acting as point of contact for consultation
and feedback to stakeholders and the A R I C
public (stakeholder engagement).
Training of construction workers to raise
awareness in the fields of E&S topics and A R I C
in general implementation of this ESMP.

R - Responsible (gets the work done)

A - Accountable (overall responsibility)
C - Consulted (supports, has the information or capability required)
I - Informed (notified but not consulted)

3.2 CONTRACTORS

The Contractor is required to fulfil the commitments as set out in this ESMP and also to ensure that its sub-
contractors fulfil the ESMP. This includes the following:
 Conduct monitoring and on-site audits to verify implementation of the ESMP (see Monitoring provisions
in Chapter 6.2, Table 1) and report on findings to the PIA.
 Communicate any environmental issues and incidents to the PIA immediately.
 Support the PIA with the training of the construction workers to raise awareness in the fields of E&S
topics and in general implementation of this ESMP.
All employees of the Contractor are responsible for the implementation of this ESMP. Contractor’s Health, Safety,
Environment & Social (HSES) Manager is responsible for monitoring. Contractor’s site supervisors and engineers
are responsible for overseeing the sub- Contractors performance with respect to E&S management and
implementation of this ESMP. These responsibilities will be communicated to the staff during the site induction.

3.3 TRAINING

The PIA will provide an Induction Training to all its employees and Contractor personnel working on the Project
before early works start. This Induction Training shall be conducted for all new workers, also if they join the
construction site later during construction activities. The goal of the training is for PIA employees and Contractor
personnel (including sub-contractors) to understand:
 The mitigation measures included in this ESMP and how it will be implemented on site including
responsibilities;

Construction ESMP page 6 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

  The sensitivities of the area (if any) in which the Project will be constructed and operated;
 Occupational Health and Safety (H&S) rules at the construction site (e.g. personal protective equipment,
rules of conduct, first aid);
 The Project’s Grievance Mechanism and the basic worker’s rights (see 8 Core Labour Standards below);
 How to deal with enquiries/ questions/ grievances by the public/ local stakeholders;
 Interaction rules with the people living close to the construction site (Code of Conduct) and how to deal
with unauthorised visitors to the site;
 How to deal with unforeseen incidents/ emergency situations;
 The roles and responsibilities within the PIA, the Contractors, sub-Contractors and workers with respect
to environmental and social issues;
Site induction shall be given also to all visitors and recorded in visitor induction register.
Contractor’s site supervisors and engineers will give tool box talks to operatives on key issues such as spill
response and waste management, on a basis of one per month and as near miss trends are identified. Following
topics should be tackled:
 Housekeeping
 Waste Management (hazardous waste, waste segregation)
 Ecological Awareness
 Water Pollution
 Dust and Air Quality
 Spill Control
 Noise
 Use of Petrol
 Washing Down Plant and Machinery
 Reporting of Incidents
Operatives attending the tool box talks will be required to sign an attendance register. The register together with
topics raised during the meeting should be kept on site as the record of toolbox talk.
The PIA keeps records of the training sessions. The training will be repeated as needed during the construction
activities.

4. PROJECT STANDARDS (NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL)

For each project respective national legislation needs to be respected:

 National legal context with regard to e.g.:
o Labour
o Occupational and Community Health and Safety
o Environment
o Land Acquisition and compensation
o Permit and Monitoring requirements
o Contractor management
The management and mitigation measures outlined in this document (especially Chapter 6) are aligned with
international best practice standards for the management of E&S risks. Reference sources are:

 8 Core Labour Standards from the International Labour Organisation (ILO):

1. Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organise Convention, 1948 (No. 87)
2. Right to Organise and Collective Bargaining Convention, 1949 (No. 98)
3. Forced Labour Convention, 1930 (No. 29)
4. Abolition of Forced Labour Convention, 1957 (No. 105)
5. Minimum Age Convention, 1973 (No. 138)
6. Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention, 1999 (No. 182)
7. Equal Remuneration Convention, 1951 (No. 100)
8. Discrimination (Employment and Occupation) Convention, 1958 (No. 111)
The list of countries adhering to the Core Labour Standards is shown here:
http://www.ilo.org/dyn/normlex/en/f?p=NORMLEXPUB:11001:0::NO:::
 KfW Sustainability Guidelines
https://www.kfw.de/Download-Center/Konzernthemen/Nachhaltigkeit/englisch/Umwelt-u-
Sozialleitsaetze_E.pdf

Construction ESMP page 7 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

  World Bank Environmental and Social Safeguards
http://www.worldbank.org/en/programs/environmental-and-social-policies-for-
projects/brief/environmental-and-social-safeguards-policies
 EHS Guidelines from the World Bank Group (general and project scope specific):
http://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/topics_ext_content/ifc_external_corporate_site/ifc+sustain
ability/our+approach/risk+management/ehsguidelines
 Management Guidelines of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO):
http://www.fao.org/documents/card/en/c/127e4e07-030b-45df-b848-71813591857c/
 Guidelines from the World Health Organisation (WHO):
http://www.who.int/phe/health_topics/outdoorair/outdoorair_aqg/en/ ;
http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/publications/gdwq4-1st-addendum/en/;
http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/sanitation-waste/wastewater/wastewater-
guidelines/en/
 International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID )
http://icid.org/

5. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND GRIEVANCE MECHANISM

The PIA will ensure that the local communities are informed at an early stage about the planned Project, timelines,
expected impacts and communication channels. The PIA will also seek for feedback from the communities about
the Project. As part of its community liaison process, the PIA will implement a Grievance Mechanism to ensure
that all stakeholder comments, suggestions and objections are captured and considered. It will allow the affected
community and the workers to express their concerns and any complaints directly to the PIA. Contact details and
information on the procedure, including grievance form, will be distributed to the local communities. It is
envisaged that in general, grievances will be responded to within 20 working days after receipt.
All comments and complaints will be investigated by the PIA and appropriate action taken as necessary. Records
of all complaints and actions will be maintained on site.
UNRWA engages with a wide variety of stakeholders at the national and local level, including the Directorate
General for Urban Planning (DGUP); the Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR); the Department of
General Antiquities (DGA); the Lebanese Palestinian Dialogue Committee (LPDC); the Lebanese Armed Forces
(LAF); the Palestinian Embassy; representatives of local Lebanese municipalities; and the Camp leadership
including the NBC Factions and Popular Committee.

6. REGISTER OF E&S ASPECTS

6.1 PLANNING AND DESIGN

The Project will be planned and designed by the PIA with the following basic considerations:
 The Project will be designed with a view to:
o Ensuring that key/ routine maintenance and operations can be implemented by the
community/beneficiaries.
o Appling low-maintenance solutions in the design of buildings, e.g. based on other buildings of
the same type in the region.
o Accounting for proper ventilation and adequate resistance to severe weather or natural disasters.
o If feasible, developing a maintenance plan with the beneficiaries of the building.
 Planning the Project to make use of local resources to avoid construction traffic and associated impacts to
the communities.
 Planning the Project so as to minimize use of natural resources (material, water, land).
 Planning the Project in a climate-friendly way so as to minimize its carbon footprint and tap into the
mitigation potential of the building and construction industry.
 Engaging with the people living in the area around the Project site (including neighbours, local decision
makers) early in the planning process and throughout construction activities to inform them about the
planned construction and also seek for their feedback around potential sensitivities. Site visits and
discussions with the local population should be conducted throughout the design and planning phase. A
grievance mechanism will be designed and established for workers and the public during the planning
phase already.
 Hiring unskilled workers and skilled workers, if available, from the local communities to encourage
social growth and development in the region.

Construction ESMP page 8 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

  Conducting Induction Training for workers as outlined in this ESMP before start of construction.
 Establishing core E&S procedures already at the planning stage. This includes as a minimum:
o Incident Reporting (fatal accidents, medical treatment cases; first aid cases; restricted work injuries;
near misses; environmental events)
o Grievance Mechanism (one combined mechanism for workers and community)
o Recruitment Procedure for the upcoming construction phase.
o Training Procedures/ Training material as outlined above (Occupational H&S; Community H&S;
environmental sensitivities)
o Work site/ construction site risk assessment and corresponding Construction H&S Plan

6.2 CONSTRUCTION

The Table 1 below sets out all E&S commitments that are to be fulfilled by the Contractor - supported by the PIA
- during the construction activities. The table includes 5 columns (Topic/ potential impact, Mitigation/
Enhancement Measure, Means of verification of fulfilment, Responsibility and Monitoring provisions).

Construction ESMP page 9 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

Table 1 - Construction Phase E&S Aspects and best Practice Mitigation Measures

Topic/ Mitigation, Management and Enhancement Measures Means of Responsibility Monitoring Procedure
Verification
Potential Impact
Occupational Health and Safety
Occupational Health Provide H&S Training to the construction workforce (including Training performed Contractor/ PIA Check Training records
and Safety sub-contractors, temporary workers and drivers) and recorded
Ensure site premises are provided with appropriate fencing H&S planning of Contractor Random site inspection
(where applicable) and lighting. Use hazard notices/signs/barriers construction site
to prevent access to dangerous areas. done, items installed
Ensure speed limits on site and on transporting routes. Speed signs installed Contractor Random site inspection
Ensure the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for PPE used on-site by Contractor Random site inspection
workers. workers
Maintain high standard in housekeeping on site. Good housekeeping Contractor Random site inspection
on-site
Ensure provision of Health and Safety (H&S) facilities at the H&S Facilities Contractor Random site inspection
Project site, including shaded welfare areas, bathrooms, and provided at site
potable water.
Ensure that the workers camp and construction areas are open Access controlled Contractor Random site inspection
only to formal employees.
Fire Prevention Provide necessary fire prevention equipment on site in line with Fire prevention Contractor Regular site inspection
applicable regulations. equipment in place
Labour Rights Ensure that workers have access to and are aware about the Grievance PIA/ Contractor Review of grievance register
Grievance Mechanism Mechanism in place
and grievances
recorded
Ensure minimum legal labour standards as per ILO regulations Grievance Contractor Inspection reports (also from
(child/forced labour, no discrimination, working hours, minimum Mechanism Records, labour authorities), Review of
wages) are met grievance register and training
Training recorded
record

Construction ESMP page 10 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

 Topic/ Mitigation, Management and Enhancement Measures Means of Responsibility Monitoring Procedure
Verification
Potential Impact
Provide hygienic, adequate facilities for workers, ensuring toilets Appropriate facilities Contractor Random site inspection
and changing rooms are separated to male and female employees. in place
Ensure the workforce has access to primary healthcare on site, Healthcare available Contractor Random site inspection
providing prescriptions. on site
Provide housing conditions in accordance with all applicable Appropriate housing Contractor Random site inspection
health and safety regulations and norms by ensuring the provision conditions for
Worker interviews
of adequate space, supply of water, adequate sewage and garbage workers
disposal system, appropriate protection against heat, cold, damp,
noise, fire and disease-carrying animals, adequate sanitary and
washing facilities, ventilation, cooking and storage facilities and
natural and artificial lighting, and in some cases basic medical
services.
Ambient Air
Dust emissions Ensure watering of transportation roads during dry and windy Watering conducted, Contractor Random site inspection,
(especially in dry conditions. Generally keep roads in good condition. roads in good inspection of roads
conditions) conditions
Cover truck loads with canvas to avoid dust blow. Trucks covered Contractor Random site inspection
Ensure optimal traffic routes. Enforce vehicle speed limits on Speed limit signs Contractor Random site inspection
unpaved roads.
Driver Training
Records
Ensure appropriate stockpile management (friable materials) to No extensive dust Contractor Random site inspection
minimise dust blow. Minimise drop heights for material transfer blow
activities such as unloading of friable materials.
Emissions from Use equipment and vehicles in appropriate technical conditions. Technical Contractor Each time new
equipment and Provide emissions control equipment where applicable (e.g. Specification Sheet equipment/vehicle is used at
vehicles filters). the site
Random site inspection
Use low sulphur content fuels, in line with legal provisions in Technical Contractor Random site inspection
force as well as local availability. Specification Sheet

Construction ESMP page 11 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

 Topic/ Mitigation, Management and Enhancement Measures Means of Responsibility Monitoring Procedure
Verification
Potential Impact
Ensure optimal traffic routes to minimise lengths of travel while Optimal routes Contractor Random site inspection
avoiding settlements if possible. chosen
Ensure vehicles and equipment are switched off when not in use. Engines switched off Contractor Random site inspection
Noise and Vibrations
Noise and vibration Limit the hours of operation for specific pieces of equipment or No work conducted Contractor Random site inspection,
impacts at the operations, especially mobile sources operating through between 10pm and 7 Review of filed grievances,
construction sites and community areas or close to residential houses (typically between am/ Grievance review of timesheets of
from construction 10 pm and 7 am). Avoid vehicle movements at night. Mechanism workers
traffic
Use of state-of-the-art technology and limit the number of Grievance Contractor Spot checks, Review of filed
machines operated simultaneously. Mechanism grievances
Ensure the use of modern and well-maintained equipment (e. g. Technical Contractor Random site inspection
use of silencers). Specification Sheet
Set traffic speed limits. Verify drivers’ behaviour with respect to Speed limit signs Contractor Random site inspection,
driving speed and safety. Review of training records
Driver Training
Records as part of
Induction training
Plan vehicle routes to avoid settlements where possible. Safest routes selected, Contractor Review of traffic routes,
Review of filed grievances
Grievance
Mechanism
Use protective hearing equipment for workers conducting noisy Protective hearing Contractor Random site inspection
activities. equipment used.
Traffic and Transport
Disruption, noise and Schedule traffic activities to avoid peak hours on local roads if Peak hours on local Contractor Review of filed grievances
increased air feasible. roads avoided,
pollution
Grievance
Mechanism
Ensure safe driving by Project personnel (e.g. through Driver Training Contractor Review of training records
training/induction). Records as part of
Induction training

Construction ESMP page 12 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

 Topic/ Mitigation, Management and Enhancement Measures Means of Responsibility Monitoring Procedure
Verification
Potential Impact
Organise carpools/buses for worker transportation where possible Carpools/ buses used Contractor None
to avoid additional traffic pressure.
Prevent storage of construction materials, equipment and Dedicated storage Contractor Random site inspection
machineries on traffic lanes. areas in place
Soil and Groundwater
Environmental Collect and segregate wastes and ensure safe storage and in line Waste collection Contractor Random site inspection,
contamination/ spills with legal requirements. areas existent, waste Review of waste inventories
inventories
Ensure disposal through waste contractors licensed for Disposal through Contractor Random site inspection,
treatment/removal/recycling of each of the waste types. licensed contractors Inspect offsite waste disposal
facilities if feasible
Ensure appropriate containment and disposal of construction Water disposal Contractor Random site inspection
wastewater, including sanitary water. compliant with legal
requirements
Ensure appropriate and safe storage of contaminants such as Safe storage of Contractor Random site inspection
fuels, construction materials and wastes. Provide absorbent and hazardous materials,
intervention materials in sufficient quantities and at relevant Spill remediation
locations for intervention in case of leakages/spills. equipment in place.
Implement appropriate secondary containment and spill controls Containment and spill Contractor Random site inspection
for maintenance or refuelling works. controls in place
Ensure immediate cleaning of any spills and remediation of Workers trained. Contractor/ PIA Random site inspection
contaminated areas after construction.
One-time inspection after
construction
Best practice soil Ensure appropriate storing of topsoil removed. After construction Topsoil stored and re- Contractor Random site inspection
handling topsoil will be used as backfill for restoration of the area. used
Limit stockpile height to 2 m maximum to avoid soil Stockpile height Contractor Random site inspection
compensation. limited
Reinstatement of construction working area to the best possible Reinstatement Contractor/ PIA One-time inspection after
after construction activities are completed. completed construction

Construction ESMP page 13 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

 Topic/ Mitigation, Management and Enhancement Measures Means of Responsibility Monitoring Procedure
Verification
Potential Impact
If construction takes place on inclined surfaces/slopes, ensure Preventive erosion Contractor Random site inspection
preventive erosion control measures are applied (e.g. plan to control measures in
retain trees and other vegetation, use of natural contours for roads place
and drainage networks, excavated drainage channels).
Water and Hydrology
Surface Water Prioritise the use of rainwater/storm water over surface Water harvesting Contractor Random site inspection
Quality water/groundwater abstraction by using harvesting equipment and conducted
systems on site.
Restrict excavation activities during periods of intense rainfall. No excavation during Contractor Random site inspection
Use temporary bunding to reduce the risk of sediment, oil or intense rainfall
chemical spills to the receiving waters.
Carry out excavation works in cut off ditches to prevent water No water entering Contractor Random site inspection
from entering excavations. excavations
Reuse wastewater wherever feasible. Wastewater reused Contractor Random site inspection
Flora and Fauna
Areas of high Assess the occurrence of protected areas and/or natural/critical areas of ecological Contractor/ PIA Random site inspection
ecological value habitats at and around the construction site. Avoid these areas value avoided
where possible through traffic management and site setup.
Site Clearance- Limit vegetation clearing to areas within the site boundary where Vegetation clearing Contractor Random site inspection
Vegetation removal it is absolutely necessary. minimal
and habitat
disturbance Avoid clearing mature trees. No mature trees Contractor Random site inspection
cleared
Avoid off-road vehicle traffic. Use existing roads. No off-road traffic Contractor Random site inspection
Ensure revegetation of cleared areas where possible after Revegetation Contractor/ PIA One-time inspection after
construction using native species. completed construction
Light Shield lighting downwards towards the site to avoid side-spill. Light nuisance Contractor Random site inspection
Avoid tall masts where possible. minimised

Construction ESMP page 14 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

 Topic/ Mitigation, Management and Enhancement Measures Means of Responsibility Monitoring Procedure
Verification
Potential Impact
Pesticide Use and If pesticides are to be used for agriculture program, only those Pesticide Contractor Random site inspection
Management that are low in human toxicity, that are known to be effective Specification sheet
against the target species, and that have minimal effects on non-
target species and the environment shall be used.
Socio-Economic
Stakeholder Engage/ communicate with communities and plan sufficient time Minutes of Meetings PIA/ Contractor Review of grievance register
Engagement and for participation. Ensure regular consultations with the local
Grievance
Grievance authorities and communities regarding the management of
Mechanism
Mechanism construction. See also Planning stage (Chapter 6.1).
Initiate an efficient Grievance Mechanism to allow potentially Grievance PIA/ Contractor Review of grievance register
affected individuals to voice their concerns on the Project. See Mechanism in place,
also Planning stage (Chapter 6.1). grievances recorded
Local Employment & Ensure local communities are preferred for the supply of goods Local Procurement Contractor Revie procurement and
Procurement and services to the Project and Project personnel, where and Employment employment rules and records
appropriate. Records
Land Acquisition and Avoid land take and hereby avoid physical relocation of both, Grievance
Compensation, formal and informal land owners/land users Mechanism records
Physical
Engage with the local community and potential affected Management Plan for
Displacement/
households to understand the land ownership and land use. Land Acquisition and
Economic
Compensation if
Displacement Should land acquisition and displacement be inevitable, prepare a
needed
Management Plan for Land Acquisition and Compensation
including provisions for resettlement.
Impacts on Engage with the local community and potential affected Minutes of Meetings Contractor/ PIA Review of grievance register
livelihoods/ households to understand their needs and identify the risk of and meeting minutes
Grievance
Economic damage to their livelihood basis through the Project (e.g. take of
Mechanism records
Displacement pasture land, lack of access to water).
Management Plan for
Should land acquisition and displacement be inevitable, prepare a
Land Acquisition and
Management Plan for Land Acquisition and Compensation
Compensation if
including provisions for livelihood support for the affected
needed
parties.

Construction ESMP page 15 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7

 Topic/ Mitigation, Management and Enhancement Measures Means of Responsibility Monitoring Procedure
Verification
Potential Impact
Community Health Ensure all contractors implement codes of conduct concerning Workers Code of Contractor/ PIA Worker interviews, Review of
and Safety employment and workforce behaviour (including but not limited Conduct grievance register
to safety rules, zero tolerance for substance abuse, environmental
Grievance
sensitivity of the area, dangers of sexually transmissible diseases
Mechanism records
and HIV/AIDS, gender equality and sexual harassment, respect
for the beliefs and customs of the populations and community
relations in general).
Target signage and outreach activities to improve public Warning signs Contractor Inspection if traffic routes,
awareness of traffic changes and potential hazards for high-risk Review of grievance register
Minutes of Meetings
sections of public roads, including near the site and laydown
areas.
In case of security personnel at the site, ensure proper training Training Records Contractor Review of training records and
and in the use of force and appropriate conduct toward workers grievance register
and affected communities
Communicable Report any occurrence of any communicable diseases amongst Communicable Contractor Review of diseases register and
Diseases the workforce (STD, HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria and Hepatitis B and Diseases Register disease prevention programme
C) and set up disease prevention programme if needed. if available.
Cultural Heritage
Damage of Cultural Ensure all chance finds of cultural heritage (e.g. graves, old Training records, Contractor/ PIA Random site inspection
Heritage ceramic, old building fragments) are reported immediately to the records about chance
relevant authority. If possible, avoid excavation in the ultimate fiends
neighbourhood of a chance find, fence the chance find and await
instructions from the competent authority.

Construction ESMP page 16 of 16 Reconstruction of Block N56 Package 7