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?Day One Version 32 EPRsENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS – GAS IMPORT JETTY WORKSCONTENTSTOPICPAGE TOC \H \F \Z \T "H1ASHURST,1, LEVEL 1.,1" TOC \H \F \Z \T "H1ASHURST,1, LEVEL 1.,1" TOC \H \F \Z \T "H1ASHURST,1, LEVEL 1.,1" HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086624" Aboriginal cultural heritage PAGEREF _Toc56086624 \h 2 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086625" Air quality PAGEREF _Toc56086625 \h 3 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086626" Contamination and acid sulfate soils PAGEREF _Toc56086626 \h 6 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086627" Greenhouse gas PAGEREF _Toc56086627 \h 12 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086628" Groundwater PAGEREF _Toc56086628 \h 14 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086629" Historic heritage PAGEREF _Toc56086629 \h 14 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086630" Landscape and visual PAGEREF _Toc56086630 \h 15 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086631" Noise and vibration PAGEREF _Toc56086631 \h 16 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086632" Marine biodiversity PAGEREF _Toc56086632 \h 32 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086633" Safety, hazard and risk PAGEREF _Toc56086633 \h 39 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086635" Social PAGEREF _Toc56086635 \h 43 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086636" Surface water PAGEREF _Toc56086636 \h 49 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086637" Terrestrial and freshwater biodiversity PAGEREF _Toc56086637 \h 51 HYPERLINK \l "_Toc56086638" Traffic and transport PAGEREF _Toc56086638 \h 60Note 1. These EPRs are based on the Mitigation Measures Table 25-4 from Chapter 25 of EES Chapter - Environmental Management Framework, and will be implemented through the Crib Point Gas Import Jetty Works Incorporated Document. These EPRs may also be relevant to the conditions of other statutory approvals.Note 2. Measures which are common to both the Pipeline Works, and the Gas Import Jetty Works are marked with an asterisk.Note 3. Tracked changes have been made to the EPRs to delete requirements applicable to the Pipeline Works, and respond to expert evidence. Italicised changes reflect changes recommended in evidence, which are subject to further instructions from AGL.Note 4. Other changes based on evidence and submissions will be tracked in subsequent versions, including an indication as to whether or not the change is accepted. Changes since the Version 2 EPRs accepted by AGL will be highlighted yellow. Changes shown in grey highlight are drafting changes, made in response to the IAC direction to make all EPRs "active" requirements. Changes proposed by other parties have been described in the "Other Party Changes" column and are shown in red font. A response to proposed changes, and explanatory notes are included in the "AGL Response" column.MM EPR IDENVironmental Performance RequirementTimingAssociated Risk IDOTHER PARTY CHANGESAGL ReSPONSEAboriginal cultural heritageEES evaluation objective: To avoid or minimise adverse effects on Aboriginal and historic cultural heritage.EPRMM-AH01*Implement and comply with the management conditions of Cultural Heritage Management Plan 16300s (CHMPs 15383, 15384 and 16300) management conditions.ConstructionACH1, ACH2, ACH3, ACH4, ACH5, ACH6Pipeline Work CHMP references removed.MMEPR-AH02*Demarcate Cconstruction areas will be demarcated with survey pegs, fencing or other means, to ensure works are limited to the approved CHMP Activity Areas.ConstructionACH4AH03Develop a project working group that incorporates input from stakeholders relevant to CHMP 15383, 15384, 16300 including the Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Victoria.ConstructionAmended in response to evidence of Ms Nicolson in Document 80 at section 7.3.2.Air qualityEES evaluation objective: To minimise potential adverse social, economic, amenity and land use effects at local and regional scales.MMEPR-AQ01*Dust suppressionSuppress Ddust suppression will be used at construction areas as required using water sprays, water carts or other devices:on unpaved work areason sand, spoil and aggregate stockpilesduring the loading and unloading of dust generating materials.ConstructionAQ1, AQ2, AQ3, B2, TP4, C10Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Dust suppressionDust will be contained to within the project boundary for the life of the project and must not reach sensitive areas including Western Port Bay.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted.MMEPR-AQ02*Restricted vehicle movementsAfter arrival at the Project site, ensure vehicles, plant and equipment will remain within the construction footprint and on public roads and designated tracks to the extent practicable, unless undertaking survey and property management activities as agreed with the landholder.ConstructionAQ1, AQ2,MMEPR-AQ05*Covering vehicle loadsCover cConstruction vehicles with potential for loss of loads (such as dust or litter) will be covered when using public roads.ConstructionAQ4, TP4, C10MMEPR-AQ06*Weather monitoringMonitor Wweather conditions will be monitored for extreme heat and/or wind events using systems such as the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts. and works will be assessed to determine if they need to be modified if If conditions are likely to result in air quality impacts at sensitive receptors, modify works and implement MMEPR-AQ1.ConstructionAQ3Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Weather monitoringBushfire activity within 20 kilometres of the project boundary will be monitored for the life of the project.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted, noting that EPR HR07 requires emergency response plans to be developed.MMEPR-AQ07*Dust monitoringUndertake Oobservational monitoring of dust at the Gas Import Jetty Works site along the construction right of way (ROW) and facilities. will be undertaken.If fine particulates or dust is observed causing a hazard, then implement MMEPR-AQ1 will be implemented. If fine particulate or dust levels cannot be contained, then modify or stop works then works will be modified or stopped until the dust hazard is reduced to a manageable level.ConstructionAQ1, AQ2, AQ3, AQ4Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Dust monitoringDust will be monitored to at least 1 kilometre beyond the project boundary for the life of the project including sensitive areas and Western Port Bay.Amended in response to evidence of Dr Ross in Document 72 at p 9, section 8.3.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted given this is a construction phase EPR.MMEPR-AQ08*Odorous soils managementUndertake the following measures Iin the event thatIf odorous soils (other than acid sulfate soils) are uncovered during construction, the following measures will must be undertaken:Ceasessation of ground disturbance at the location and within the immediate vicinity.Assessment of site contamination and determineation of appropriate management actions in consultation with suitably qualified personnel.Notify EPA as soon as reasonably possible Iif odorous material is found to be contaminated., EPA will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.Manage Aacid sulfate soils will be managed in accordance with mitigation measures described in Chapter 10 Contamination and acid sulfate soils (MM-C02 and MMEPR-C03).ConstructionAQ6, C10Amendment to properly reference EPR-C03 (as opposed to mitigation measures specified in the EES).MMEPR-AQ09*Equipment maintenanceMaintain Pplant and equipment will be maintained in good condition to minimise spills and air emissions that may cause nuisance.ConstructionAQ5, AQ8MMEPR-AQ10Maintenance of the FSRU burnersUndertake regular Mmaintenance of the FSRU burners in the boilers and engines will be undertaken regularly as per manufacturer’s specifications and the requirements of any Works Approval.OperationAQ7Environment Protection AuthorityProposed amendments in Document 500 are:Maintenance of the FSRU burnersMaintenance of the FSRU burners in the boilers and engines will be undertaken regularly as per manufacturer’s specifications and the requirements of any Works Approval.Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Maintenance of the FSRU burnersMaintenance of the FSRU burners in the boilers and engines will be undertaken regularly as per manufacturer's specifications and identified issues reported to EPA Victoria.EPA change accepted.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted.MMEPR-AQ11Monitoring FSRU air emissionsDesign and implement Aan air quality monitoring programme that mustwill be: designed and implemented to confirm FSRU emission rates, including formaldehyde, comply within tolerances of the design specifications;be carried out initially over 12 months, and then subject to a review of the results to confirm whether the results are acceptable or whether any further monitoring or mitigation is required; andconsistent with the requirements of any Works Approval.Design and OperationAQ7Environment Protection AuthorityProposed amendments in Document 500 are:Monitoring FSRU air emissionsAn air quality monitoring programme will be:designed and implemented to confirm FSRU emission rates, including formaldehyde, comply within tolerances of the design specifications;carried out over 12 months, and subject to a review of the results to confirm whether the results are acceptable or whether any further monitoring or mitigation is required; andconsistent with the requirements of any Works Approval.Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Monitoring FSRU air emissionsAn air quality monitoring programme will be:a) designed and implemented to confirm all FSRU emission rates, including formaldehyde, comply within tolerances of all EPA Victoria guidelines and recommendations;b) carried out over the life of the project, and subject to an EPA Victoria review of the results to confirm whether the results are acceptable or whether any further monitoring or mitigation is requiredc) designed and implemented to confirm all odour emissions, including odorant used at the Crib Point Receiving Facility, are contained within the project boundary for the life of the project.Amended in response to evidence of Dr Ross in Document 72 at p 9 section 8.3.Highlighted change proposed in response to evidence from Dr Ross and Dr Drew.EPA proposed change accepted.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted.Contamination and acid sulfate soilsEES evaluation objectives: To minimise adverse effects on water (including groundwater, waterway, wetland, estuarine, intertidal and marine) quality and movement particularly as they might affect the ecological character of the Western Port Ramsar site.To minimise generation of wastes by or resulting from the project during construction and operation, including accounting for direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions.MMEPR-C01*Contaminated SoilsManage Ccontaminated soil will be managed in accordance with the SEPP (Prevention and Management of Contaminated Land) and EPA Victoria interim Position Statement on PFAS.All Notify all Project personnel will be made aware of the presence of contaminated soils at the following locations during the site(s) induction:The Crib Point Receiving FacilityThe Esplanade adjacent to the former BP refineryThe former BP refinerywithin the railway corridor between High Street and Cool Store Road in HastingsBetween KP7.3 and KP7.9 in Hastings (if intrusive investigation confirms presence of contaminated soils).An intrusive investigation will be undertaken in the area between KP7.3 and KP7.9 once vegetation has been cleared, to confirm the presence or absence of contaminated soils, due to historical and existing land uses. Should contamination of soil and/or groundwater be encountered, consider additional mitigation measures (if required).Avoid Cconstruction works during wet weather will be avoided unless conditions are such that property damage, contaminated soils, and surface water issues can be managed.Where Sample and categorise excess soils, including HDD screened cuttings, that are required to be disposed off-site , these will be sampled and categorised in accordance with EPA Victoria Publications IWRG702 – Soil Sampling and IWRG621 – Soil Hazard Categorisation and Management.Handleing and transport of contaminated spoil for off-site treatment/disposal will be in accordance with Environment Protection (Industrial Waste Resource) Regulations 2009.Any material imported for use as backfill will must comply with the EPA Victoria Publication IWRG621 – Soil Hazard Categorisation and Management for ‘Fill Material’ and must be accompanied by relevant documentation confirming its compliance to the ‘Fill Material’ criteria.ConstructionC1Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Contaminated SoilsInsert f) Surface run-off from the former BP refinery will be tested and managed to ensure contaminates from the BP refinery are contained and do not enter Western Port Bay.Deleted Pipeline Works content.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted, note stormwater management addressed in EPRSW02.MMEPR-C03Acid Sulfate Soil Management PlanIf soil is proposed to be moved offsite as part of the Gas Import Jetty Works, AaDevelop Aan Acid Sulfate Soil Management Plan (ASSMP) will be developed generally in accordance with the Industrial Waste Management Policy (Waste Acid Sulfate Soils) 1999 and EPA Victoria Publication IWRG655.1 – Acid Sulfate Soil and Rock, and the Victorian Best Practice Guidelines for Assessing and Managing Coastal Acid Sulfate Soils (CASS BPMG, 2010). The ASSMP shall be approved by EPA prior to commencement of construction and will must be prepared in consultation with the EPA and will include requirements to:Train Rrelevant site-based personnel will be trained on the requirements of the acid sulfate materials management procedure including the recommended time period over which soils may be temporarily stockpiled before treatment commences as recommended by the CASS BPMG (2010).Minimise Tthe duration of stockpiling of untreated ASS will be minimised by taking into consideration the constraints on stockpile duration where treatment of ASS may not be required, as per the CASS BPMG (2010).Include a procedure for mManageing an unexpected discovery of ASS/PASS in the ASSMP.If ASSs are to be stockpiled for an extended time period (exceeding the CASS BPMG (2010) recommended short-term stockpiling durations), manage the potential generation of acidic leachate, the potential generation of acidic leachate will be managed by treating the stockpile and or spreading a guard layer before stockpiling and/or covering the stockpile.capture (where practicable) and manage Rrun-off that has the potential to be impacted by stockpile material, will be captured (where practicable) and managed in accordance with the CASS BPMG (2010).Implement A a monitoring program will be implemented in accordance with the CASS BPMG (2010) to measure the effectiveness of the management strategy and to provide an early warning of any environmental degradation or impact to surface water, groundwater and soils.ConstructionC2Environment Protection AuthorityProposed amendments in Document 500 are:Acid Sulfate Soil Management PlanAn Acid Sulfate Soil Management Plan (ASSMP) will be developed in accordance with the Industrial Waste Management Policy (Waste Acid Sulfate Soils) 1999 and EPA Victoria Publication IWRG655.1 – Acid Sulfate Soil and Rock, and the Victorian Best Practice Guidelines for Assessing and Managing Coastal Acid Sulfate Soils (CASS BPMG, 2010). The ASSMP must be prepared in consultation with the EPA and will include:Amended to give effect to Mr Davidson's review of Day 1 EPRs.EPA change accepted.MMEPR-C04*Contaminated groundwater/trench waterManage Ccontaminated groundwater/trench water will be managed in accordance with:SEPP (Waters)PFAS National Environmental Management Plan.All Project personnel will be made aware of the presence of contaminated groundwater containing PFAS east of the former Tyabb landfill.Disturbance of saturated soil and groundwater within the PFAS affected area will be minimised. The management plan will include measures to prevent migration of PFAS into the surrounding soil or surface water.An intrusive groundwater investigation will be undertaken in the area between KP7.3 and KP7.9 once vegetation has been cleared, to confirm presence or absence of contaminated groundwater within the area, due to historical and existing land uses.Do not discharge Wgroundwater from areas that have been identified as contaminated will not be discharged to the environment (land, waterways, sewer).Contaminated groundwater must will either be: treated onsite, depending on contaminant encountered (this may require approval from the EPA Victoria); or disposed offsite to an EPA Victoria licensed facility. ; or Alternatively, adopt a construction approach where contaminated groundwater may be left in-situ but must(i.e. not be abstracted or disturbed). In areas where the potential for soil or groundwater contamination has been identified and imported backfill materials are used, ensure these, backfill materials must have similar or lower hydraulic conductivity than the surrounding soils.ConstructionC4, C5, C6Deleted content relevant to Pipeline Works.Amended in response to evidence of Mr Medd in Document 84 at p 17, section 5.3.5.MMEPR-C07*Unknown contaminationUndertake the following measures Iin the event that unknown contamination (including asbestos containing material) is encountered during construction:Cease ground disturbance at the unknown contamination location and within the immediate vicinity.Assess site contamination and identify appropriate remedial action.ConstructionC9MMEPR-C08*Fuel and chemical leaks/spillsBund Ddiesel generators. will be bunded.Undertake Rroutine and scheduled maintenance of vehicles and plant/machinery/equipment will be undertaken to minimise the potential for leaks/spills to occur.Construction and operationC11, C13Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Fuel and chemical leaks/spillsInsert new c) Any fuel and/or chemical leaks or spills will be reported to EPA Victoria and Mornington Peninsula Shire and any incident printed in local newspapers. Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted, noted that statutory reporting obligations will apply.MMEPR-C09*Construction waste managementManage Wwaste will be managed in accordance with Environment Protection (Industrial Waste Resource) Regulations 2009, including establishment of appropriate and secured waste storage locations on-site, as required.Develop and implement Wwaste management procedures will be developed and implemented.Identifyication of suitable waste disposal locations will occur in consultation with a licenced waste contractor prior to construction commencing. in consultation with a licenced waste contractor.Ensure Wwaste materials will beare reused or recycled where practicable or collected and transported by licenced waste contractors for disposal at appropriately licenced facilities.Ensure Pportable toilet facilities will beare available for work construction crews at designated locations.Ensure Wwaste containers will beare available for different types of waste generated onsite.Ensure Wwaste containers will beare located at each worksite to enable collection of waste, with regular removal from worksites to designated storage areas.Ensure Rrefuse containers will beare lidded to mitigate fauna access.ConstructionC12MMEPR-C10*Operation waste managementManage Wwaste will be managed in accordance with Environment Protection (Industrial Waste Resource) Regulations 2009, including establishment of appropriate and secured waste storage locations on-site, as required.Develop and implement Wwaste management procedures. will be developed and implemented.Ensure Wwaste materials will beare stored appropriately, reused or recycled where practicable, or collected and transported by licenced contractors for disposal at appropriately licenced facilities.Ensure Wwaste containers will beare available for different types of waste generated onsite.Ensure Wwaste containers will beare lidded to mitigate fauna access.OperationC14Greenhouse gasEES evaluation objective: To minimise generation of wastes by or resulting from the Project during construction and operation, including accounting for direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions.MMEPR-GG02*Equipment specification - fuel efficiencyInclude Eenvironmental principles in contracts to will encourage fuel efficiency to reduce the consumption of fossil fuels and therefore enable a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from the construction and operation of the Project.Construction and OperationGG2, GG6MMEPR-GG03*Source local materialsConsider and implementWhere possible, Llocally sourced materials, including those provided by suppliers, must be used will be considered and implemented where they are of comparable quality and utility.ConstructionGG2MMEPR-GG04*Low embodied energy materialsConsider and useWhere possible, Llow embodied energy materials (e.g. substituting concrete mixes) willmust be considered and used where they are of comparable quality and utility.ConstructionGG2MMEPR-GG05*Managing the quality of materialsInspect Tthe quality of key materials (i.e. pipe and pipe fittings) will be inspected before supplying to site or ROW for installation to avoid additional transport and handling of materials.ConstructionGG3Deleted content relevant to Pipeline Works.MMEPR-GG07*Sustainable resource management practicesUse Ssustainable resource management practices will be used to avoid the inefficient use of materials, fossil fuels, and electricity.ConstructionGG5MMEPR-GG08Implementation of the PEMImplementingation of the Protocol for Environmental Management (GHG emissions and energy efficiency in industry) (PEM) for the operation of the FSRU will must include: conducting a minimum level 2 audit on the FSRU operation annually to identify inefficiencies; the preparation ofpreparing an action plan for implementing greenhouse gas emissions reduction measures; andannual reporting of measures to the EPA for a period of three years. The action plan must be updated every five years and must will include ongoing examination of options to:maximise open loop mode operation of the FSRU; andidentify and minimise fugitive emissions from LNG transfer, storage and transmission infrastructure.OperationGG6Mornington Peninsula Shire CouncilProposed amendment in Document 492, shown in red.Implementation of the PEMImplementation of the Protocol for Environmental Management (GHG emissions and energy efficiency in industry) (PEM) for the operation of the FSRU will include conducting a minimum level 2 audit on the FSRU operation annually to identify inefficiencies; the preparation of an action plan for implementing greenhouse gas emissions reduction measures; annual reporting of measures to the EPA for the life of the Project a period of three years. . The action plan must be updated every five years and detail measures or actions to:Achieve net zero emissions in the operation and maintenance of the pipeline and gas import facility (LNG shipping, transfer, storage and transmission to the Crib Point Receiving Facility);Identify and minimise fugitive emissions from the operation of the gas import facilityThe action plan must be updated every five years and must include ongoing examination of options to:maximise open loop mode operation of the FSRU; andidentify and minimise fugitive emissions from LNG transfer, storage and transmission infrastructure.Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Implementation of the PEMImplementation of the Protocol for Environmental Management (GHG emissions and energy efficiency in industry) (PEM) for the operation of the FSRU will include conducting a minimum level 2 audit on the FSRU operation annually to identify inefficiencies; the preparation of an action plan for implementing greenhouse gas emissions reduction measures; annual reporting of measures to the EPA for the life of the Project a period of three years. . The action plan must be updated every two years and must include ongoing examination of options to:maximise open loop mode operation of the FSRU; andidentify and minimise fugitive emissions from LNG transfer, storage and transmission infrastructure.Drafting change included in response to evidence of Mr Sichlau in Document 75 at p 28-29 in section 7.3.Amended to give effect to evidence of Mr Sichlau.MPSC and Dale Stohr changes not accepted.NewEPR-GG09Mornington Peninsula Shire CouncilProposed amendment in Document 492, shown in red.Certified carbon offsets AGL & APA must purchase certified carbon offsets in respect of the Project’s Scope 1 and 2 emissions to compensate for the long-term impacts of the Project’s greenhouse gas emissions.MPSC proposed new EPR GG09 not accepted.GroundwaterEES evaluation objective: To minimise adverse effects on water (including groundwater, waterway, wetland, estuarine, intertidal and marine) quality and movement particularly as they might affect the ecological character of the Western Port Ramsar site.MMEPR-HG03Suitably qualified contractorsUse Ccontractor(s) that are suitably qualified and experienced in trenchless installation techniques and piling installation will be used for piling work.ConstructionHG4, HG10, C7Amended to make it applicable to Gas Import Jetty Works and remove Pipeline Works content.Historic heritageEES evaluation objective: To avoid or minimise adverse effects on Aboriginal and historic cultural heritage.MMEPR-HH02*Unexpected cultural heritage finds procedure Incorporate Pprocedures in the EMP and CEMP to implement if an unknown historic heritage site, value or object is discovered during construction. will be incorporated in the EMP and CEMP. This procedure will must: include guidelines on collection or salvage of historic heritage objects; and . This procedure will must be discussed in the site(s) induction(s).ConstructionHH2MMEPR-HH03*Condition surveys and monitoring (former BP refinery administration building H1016)Undertake Aa condition survey of the Victorian Heritage Register site (Former BP refinery administration building H1016) will be undertaken prior to commencing construction activities at Crib Point and following completion of construction activities at Crib Point. Any damage deemed to have resulted from the Project will must be rectified by the proponent.ConstructionHH3Landscape and visualEES evaluation objective: To minimise potential adverse social, economic, amenity and land use effects at local and regional scales.MMEPR-LV02*Landscape screeningWhere practicable, Rretain and introduce Vvegetation will be retained where practicable and introduced to screen facilities within the viewshed of roads (such as The Esplanade) and where possible residences, if reasonably requested by affected landholders and with any necessary approvals granted.Design, construction and operationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentDale StohrComment from Document 487:Landscape screeningVegetation will be retained as much as possible and introduced to screen facilities within the viewshed of Woolleys Beach, Crib Point Foreshore Reserve, roads (such as The Esplanade) and where possible residences, if reasonably requested by affected landholders and with any necessary approvals granted.Amended in response to evidence of Mr Burge.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted.EPRMM-LV03*Materials and finishesSelection of materials and finishes will which appropriately respond to the environment and be are complementary to the setting.Design and OperationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentMMEPR-LV04*Preventative maintenanceMaintain Eexterior materials and finishes will be maintained to prevent aesthetic deterioration according to a schedule for cleaning, painting and general maintenance to prevent aesthetic deterioration.OperationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentMMEPR-LV05*Reflective surfacesMinimise Rreflective surfaces on infrastructure will be minimised to reduce reflection of artificial light where practicable.Design and OperationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentEPR-LV05ADesign Tthe land -based components of the Gas Import Jetty Works must be designed to comply with Australian Standard AS 4282:2019 Control of the Obtrusive Effects of Outdoor Lighting.Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Reflective surfacesThe land-based components of the Gas Import Jetty Works must be designed to minimise artificial light spill and must comply with Australian Standard AS 4282:2019 Control of the Obtrusive Effects of Outdoor Lighting.Changes reflect evidence of Mr Cook (see Document 298).Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted.MMEPR-LV06*Vegetation outside construction footprintReplace any If there is any loss of trees and or shrubs lost, due to construction outside the approved construction footprint, this will be replaced with appropriately selected small trees or large shrubs, in consultation with the affected landholderConstruction and OperationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentDale StohrComment from Document 487:Vegetation outside construction footprintIf there is any loss of trees and shrubs, due to construction outside the approved construction footprint, this will be replaced with appropriately selected small trees or large shrubs, in consultation with Mornington Peninsula Shire, the City of Casey, Cardinia Shire and the affected landholder.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted, noted more relevant to Pipeline Works.Noise and vibrationEES evaluation objective: To minimise potential adverse social, economic, amenity and land use effects at local and regional scalesEPR-NV01AConstruction Noise and Vibration Management Plan Prepare a Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan (CNVMP) in consultation with the EPA, Papproved by the responsible authority, prior to the commencement of construction, a Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan must be prepared in consultation with the EPA. The CNVMP must be informed by modelling and monitoring undertaken by a suitably qualified noise and vibration consultant prior to the construction activities occurring.The CNVMP must be consistent with and give effect to EPR-NV01 – EPR-NV09 and must include: The identification and assessment of noise and vibration sensitive receptors, including habitat for listed threatened fauna, likely to be impacted by the Crib Point Jetty Works; Details of construction activities and an indicative schedule for construction works, including the identification of key noise and/or vibration generating construction activities that have the potential to generate airborne noise and/or surface vibration impacts on surrounding sensitive receivers;Construction noise and vibration targets as specified in EPR-NV01 – EPR-NV09;Prescribe how predictive modelling, active monitoring, and compliance reporting will be undertaken and should specifically address how it informs the out of hours works permit process and will inform scheduling of works in general.Measures to ensure that construction noise and vibration will must be minimised and managed in accordance with the methods specified in EPR-NV01 – EPR-NV09;The specification of any unavoidable works to be undertaken in respect of the Crib Point Jetty Works; andMeasures to ensure effective monitoring of noise associated with construction with consideration to the construction noise and vibration targets. Noise and vibration monitoring commitments and response protocols for managing complaints and exceedances above nominated noise criteriaDetails of communication processes to be adopted in accordance with EPR SO01 relating to noise and vibration management actions and complaints.EPA Proposed amendment in Document 500, shown in green below. Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Proposed amendment in Document 492 in response to Document 419: Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan Prior to the commencement of construction, a Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan (CNVMP) must be prepared in consultation with the EPA and approved by the relevant responsible authority. The CNVMP must be informed by modelling and monitoring undertaken by a suitably qualified noise and vibration consultant prior to the construction activities occurring.The CNVMP must be consistent with and give effect to EPR-NV01 – EPR-NV09 and must include: The identification and assessment of noise and vibration sensitive receptors, including habitat for listed threatened fauna, likely to be impacted by the Crib Point Jetty Works; Details of construction activities and an indicative schedule for construction works, including the identification of key noise and/or vibration generating construction activities that have the potential to generate airborne noise and/or surface vibration impacts on surrounding sensitive receivers;Construction noise and vibration targets as specified in EPR-NV01 – EPRNV09;Prescribe how predictive modelling, active monitoring, and compliance reporting will be undertaken and should specifically address how it informs the out of hours works permit process and will inform scheduling of works in general.Measures to ensure that construction noise and vibration will be minimised and managed in accordance with the methodology outlined in NSW CNVG ands specified in EPR-NV01 – EPRNV09;The specification of any unavoidable works to be undertaken in respect of the Crib Point Jetty Works; andNoise and vibration monitoring commitments and response protocols for managing complaints and exceedances above nominated noise criteria remedial action. Details of communication processes to be adopted in accordance with EPR SO01 relating to noise and vibration management actions and complaints.Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Construction Noise and Vibration Management PlanThe identification and assessment of noise and vibration sensitive receptors, including local residential houses and habitat for listed threatened fauna, likely to be impacted by the Crib Point Jetty Works;Measures to ensure that construction noise and vibration will be minimised to EPA Victoria guidelines and recommendations and managed in accordance with the methods specified in EPR-NV01 – EPR-NV09;Changes as documented in Document 345.Accepted changes proposed by MPSC in Document 492 and EPA in Document 500.Dale Stohr proposed changes not accepted.MMEPR-NV01*Managing noise and vibration from construction activitiesManage Cconstruction noise and vibration will be managed with referencein accordance with to Section 2 (Construction and Demolition Site Noise) of EPA Publication 1254 Noise Control Guidelines and Section 5 (Noise and vibration) of EPA Publication 480 Environmental Guidelines for Major Construction Sites. Management measures should be consistent with those outlined in Appendix B and C of the NSW Construction Noise and Vibration Guidelines (NSW CNVG). This includes the development of a plan to manage noise and vibration during construction in consultation with the EPA.This plan will include the following The following general good practice measures must be implemented during construction of the Crib Point Jetty Works:using the lowest-noise work practices and equipment that meet the requirements of the joblocating site buildings, access roads and positioning plant such that the minimum disturbance occurs to the localityinstalling broadband reversing alarms on construction vehicles and machinery in preference to ‘beeper’ reversing alarms - the site willmust also be planned to minimise the need for reversing of vehiclesturning off plant and vehicles when not being usedtaking care not to drop spoil and construction materials that cause peak noise eventslimiting works to the arrival of staff on site and toolbox meetings between 6am and 7am. The use of loud equipment, generation of unnecessary noise and the movement of vehicles on the construction footprint will must be minimised where possibleundertaking all reasonable and feasible mitigation actions to minimise the impact on sensitive receptor locationscomply the construction noise criteria derived using the method described in MMEPR-NV02. Measures may include (but are not limited to) to following onsite mitigation measures:Where the construction noise levels are predicted or measured to be exceeded at sensitive receptor locations, implement all reasonable and feasible mitigation measures will be implemented to minimise the impact on the receptors, including the following onsite mitigation measures where required:scheduling noisier works during less sensitive hoursadopting engineering noise controls at the source (e.g. silencer, mufflers, enclosures) by all practical means using current technology; – assumed reduction of 10 dB to 15 dBselection of quieter equipment; – assumed reduction of up to 5 dBinstallation of onsite barriers such as hoardings or temporary screens to provide a noise barrier between any particularly noisy construction works and the residences; and - assumed reduction of 5 dB to 10 dBimplementation of respite periods by restricting the hours that the very noisy activities can occur.ConstructionB2, NV1, NV2, NV3, NV4, NV5, NV6, NV7Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Proposed amendment in Document 492 in response to Document 419, shown in red: Managing noise and vibration from construction activitiesConstruction noise and vibration will be managed in accordance with to Section 2 (Construction and Demolition Site Noise) of EPA Publication 1254 Noise Control Guidelines and Section 5 (Noise and vibration) of EPA Publication 480 Environmental Guidelines for Major Construction Sites. Management measures should be consistent with those outlined in NSW Construction Noise and Vibration Guidelines (NSW CNVG).The following general good practice measures must be implemented during construction of the Crib Point Jetty Works:using the lowest-noise work practices and equipment that meet the requirements of the joblocating site buildings, access roads and positioning plant such that the minimum disturbance occurs to the localityinstalling broadband reversing alarms on construction vehicles and machinery in preference to ‘beeper’ reversing alarms - the site will also be planned to minimise the need for reversing of vehiclesturning off plant and vehicles when not being usedtaking care not to drop spoil and construction materials that cause peak noise eventslimiting works to the arrival of staff on site and toolbox meetings between 6am and 7am. The use of loud equipment, generation of unnecessary noise and the movement of vehicles on the construction footprint will be minimised where possibleundertaking all reasonable and feasible mitigation actions to comply the construction noise criteria derived using the method described in MM-NV02.Where the construction noise levels criteria are predicted or measured to be exceeded at sensitive receptor locations, noise management measures detailed in the CNVMP and consistent with the requirements of NSW CNVG shall be implemented prior to works occurring. aAll reasonable and feasible mitigation measures will be implemented to minimise the impact on the receptors, including the following onsite mitigation measures where required:adopting engineering noise controls at the source (e.g. silencer, mufflers, enclosures) by all practical means using current technology – assumed reduction of 10 dB to 15 dBselection of quieter equipment – assumed reduction of up to 5 dBinstallation of onsite barriers such as hoardings or temporary screens to provide a noise barrier between any particularly noisy construction works and the residences - assumed reduction of 5 dB to 10 dBrespite periods by restricting the hours that the very noisy activities can occur.EPAProposed amendment in Document 500, shown in green: Managing noise and vibration from construction activities…The following general good practice measures must be implemented during construction of the Crib Point Jetty Works: … undertaking all reasonable and feasible mitigation actions to minimise the impact on sensitive receptor locations. comply the construction noise criteria derived using the method described in MM-NV02. Measures may include (but are not limited to) the following onsite mitigation measures:scheduling noisier works during less sensitive hoursadopting engineering noise controls at the source (e.g. silencer, mufflers, enclosures) by all practical means using current technology – assumed reduction of 10 dB to 15 dBselection of quieter equipment – assumed reduction of up to 5 dBinstallation of onsite barriers such as hoardings or temporary screens to provide a noise barrier between any particularly noisy construction works and the residences - assumed reduction of 5 dB to 10 dBrespite periods by restricting the hours that the very noisy activities can occur.EPAComment from Document 500:On 27 November 2020, EPA issued?EPA Publication 1834 “Civil construction, building and demolition guide”, which replaces the?Environmental guidelines for major construction sites (publication 480, February 1996)/Noise control guidelines (Section 2) (publication 1254, October 2008). Dale StohrComment from Document 487 insert additional dotpoint at end of EPR:Implementation of any other noise reduction measures to minimise noise and vibration impacts on receptors, Woolleys Beach and nearby residential houses.Changes as documented in Document 345.Accepted changes proposed by EPA in Document 438. Partially accepted changes proposed by MPSC in Document 492.Changes proposed by Dale Stohr not accepted.MMEPR-NV02*Construction noise criteriaImplement Oadditional onsite noise mitigation measures will be implemented if construction noise is predicted to or does exceed the following construction noise criteria. Additional noise mitigation measures may include but are not limited to respite periods or rescheduling of noise works (in particular works generating noise that is tonal, impulsive or intermittent or low frequency noise) or offsite noise management measures (refer EPR-NV04).Establish Bbackground noise levels will be established having regard to the time at which the construction works will take place.Appoint Aan independent and qualified Project representative will be appointed to review and approve unavoidable night work (10 pm to 7 am) applications. Affected residents must be notified at least 24 hours before the out of hours work commences. Works notification for unavoidable night works will include details of the specified tasks that cannot be done during normal working hours. Target areaTime of dayConstruction noise criteria [LAeq(15-min) dB] AND MANAGEMENT MEASUREEPA normal working hoursResidentialMon-Fri: 7am - 6pmSat: 7am - 1pm7565Educational institutions60Parks and recreational areas65Community and commercial buildings70Outside of EPA normal working hoursResidential - Evening and weekendMon-Fri: 6pm - 10pm Sat: 1pm - 10pmSun/Public Holiday: 7am - 10pmNoise level at any residential premises not to exceed background (LA90, dB) noise by:10 dBA or more for up to 18 months after project commencementWorks notification Individual briefings Specific notification Respite offerResidential – NightMon-Sun: 10pm - 7amNoise inaudible within a habitable room of any residential premises except for unavoidable night works or night period low-noise or managed-impact works approved by an independent and qualified Project representative.Noise level at any residential premises not to exceed background (LA90, dB) noise by 0 dB.Residential – Unavoidable night worksMon-Sun: 10pm - 7amApplication of all feasible and reasonable work practices to minimise noise and its impacts reduce unacceptable levels of noiseWorks notification Individual briefings Specific notification Respite offer when external construction noise level: LAeq(15min) > LA90, night + 5 dBAdditional noise mitigation measures measures) when external noise construction noise level: will be predicted above 50 dBA on any night or measured above 50 dBA for two or more nights.Additional noise mitigation measures may include but not limited to respite periods or rescheduling of noisy works (in particular works generating noise that is tonal, impulsive or intermittent or low frequency noise) or offsite noise mitigation measures, such as Targeted engagement with impacted landholders to discuss individual mitigation options. Residents with special requirements will be consulted with on a case by case basis.ConstructionNV1, NV2, NV3, NV4, NV5EPAProposed amendment in Document 500, shown in green:Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Proposed amendment in Document 419, shown in red: Construction noise criteriaOnsite Additional nNoise mitigation measures will be implemented if construction noise is predicted to or does exceed the following construction noise criteria. Additional noise mitigation measures may include but are not limited to respite periods or rescheduling of noise works (in particular works generating noise that is tonal, impulsive or intermittent or low frequency noise) or offsite noise management measures (refer EPR-NV04).Background noise levels will be established having regard to representing the time at which the construction works will take place.An independent environmental auditor and qualified Project representative will be appointed to review and approve unavoidable night work (10 pm to 7 am) applications. Affected residents must be notified at least 24 hours before the out of hours work commences. Works notification for unavoidable night works will include details of the specified tasks that cannot be done during normal working hours. Target areaTime of dayConstruction noise criteria [LAeq(15-min) dB] AND MANAGEMENT MEASUREEPA normal working hoursResidentialMon-Fri: 7am - 6pmSat: 7am - 1pm7565Educational institutions60Parks and recreational areas65Community and commercial buildings70Outside of EPA normal working hoursResidential - Evening and weekendMon-Fri: 6pm - 10pm Sat: 1pm - 10pmSun/Public Holiday: 7am - 10pmNoise level at any residential premises not to exceed background(LA90, dB) noise by:10 dBA or more for up to 18 months after project commencement Works notification Individual briefings Specific notification Respite offerResidential – NightMon-Sun: 10pm - 7amNoise inaudible within a habitable room of any residential premises except for unavoidable night works or night period low-noise or managed-impact works approved by an independent environmental auditor.Noise level at any residential premises not to exceed background (LA90, dB) noise by 0 dB.Residential – Unavoidable night worksMon-Sun: 10pm - 7am[MPSC]Noise inaudible within a habitable room of any residential premisesNoise level at any residential premises not to exceed background (LA90, dB) noise by 0 dB.Application of all feasible and reasonable workpractices to reduce unacceptable levels of noise.[EPA]Application of all feasible and reasonable work practices to reduce unacceptable levels of noise minimise noise and its impacts.Works notification Individual briefings Specific notification Respite offer when external construction noise level: LAeq(15min) > LA90, night + 5 dBAdditional noise mitigation measures measures) when external noise construction noise level: will be predicted above 50 dBA on any night or measured above 50 dBA for two or more nights.Additional noise mitigation measures may include but not limited to respite periods or rescheduling of noisy works (in particular works generating noise that is tonal, impulsive or intermittent or low frequency noise) or offsite noise mitigation measures, such as Targeted engagement with impacted landholders to discuss individual mitigation options. Residents with special requirements will be consulted with on a case by case basis.Changes to give effect to evidence of Mr Marks in response to questions from the EPA.Changes proposed by EPA in Document 500 generally accepted.Changes proposed by MPSC in Document 492 not accepted.MMEPR-NV03*Vibration safe working distancesImplement Aadditional management measures will be required where occupancies, structures and assets are within the safe working distances derived using the values in the following standards:British Standard BS 6472-1:2008 Guide to evaluation of human exposure to vibration in buildings. Vibration sources other than blasting – Table 1 Vibration dose value ranges which might result in various probabilities of adverse comment within residential buildingsGerman Standard DIN4150-3:2016-12: Table 1 – Guideline values for vibration velocity for evaluating the effects of short-term vibration on structuresGerman Standard DIN4150-3:2016-12: Table 3 – Guideline values for vibration velocity for evaluating the effects of short-term vibration on buried pipeworkAn asset owner’s utility standards.ConstructionNV6, NV7MMEPR-NV04*Offsite noise management measuresConsider Ooffsite management measures will be considered where measured or predicted construction noise exceeds noise management levels for an extended period of time.Levels in the following table are not noise limits but represents an action to minimise the noise impact at the receptor after all reasonable and feasible measures have been implemented to manage construction noise impacts onsite.Time PeriiodNoise management levels LAeq (15 min)Management measuresEPA normal working hoursMon-Fri: 7am - 6pmSat: 7am - 1pmExternal noise construction level:LAeq(15min)>75dBAWorks notificationEPA evening/weekend hours and public holidaysMon-Fri: 6pm - 10pmSat: 1pm - 10pmSun/PH: 7am-10pmExternal construction noise level: LAeq(15min) > LA90,Evening + 10 dBWorks notification Individual briefings Specific notification Respite offerEPA night hoursMon-Sun: 10pm-7amExternal construction noise level: LAeq(15min) > LA90, night + 5 dBWorks notification Individual briefings Specific notification Respite offerEPA unavoidailable works at nightMon-Sun: 10pm-7amExternal noise construction noise level: LAeq(15min) > 55 dB Noise will must be predicted or measured above 55 dBA for two or more nights to justify the application of management measures. Residents with special requirements will must be consulted with on a case by case basis. ConstructionNV2, NV3, NV4Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Proposed deletion of this EPR in Document 492 in response to Document 419.EPA EPA proposes deletion of EPR NV04 in Document 500. Deletion proposed by MPSC and EPA accepted.MMEPRr-NV06*Noise and vibration monitoringUndertake Nnoise and vibration monitoring will be undertaken during construction at:the nearest noise sensitive residential property or properties impacted by out-of-hours works to confirm compliance with the construction noise criteria and to confirm modelling outputsthe nearest building or assets that are within derived set back distances for structural damagewhere an asset owner’s utility standards are at risk of being exceeded.Develop Aa response plan will be developed to manage potential impacts if nominated criteria are exceeded, including:actions taken to rectify the exceedanceactions to minimise risk of reoccurrencename of person(s) responsible for undertaking the required actions.The noise monitoring results and the response plan must be available on a clearly identifiable Project website.The duration of the monitoring will must be determined by a suitably qualified acoustic consultant.ConstructionNV4, NV7Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Noise and vibration monitoringThe duration of the monitoring will be determined by a suitably qualified acoustic consultant in consultation with EPA Victoria.Amended to give effect to recommendation in evidence of Mr Boushel.Change proposed by Dale Stohr not accepted.MMEPR-NV07Managing cumulative noise impactsConsult Tthe EPA and the relevant stakeholders listed below will be consulted during detailed design and the construction planning phase for the purpose of managing cumulative noise impacts associated with the following projects:Pakenham East rail depot construction and operation (Department of Transport)Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Road upgrade construction (Major Road Projects Victoria and the principal contractor)Crib Point Jetty upgrade construction works (Port of Hastings Development Authority)Crib Point Jetty operation (United Petroleum).The Project will must (construction only):avoid overlap of sensitive works at night and other periods where excessive noise and vibration is likelyincorporate a requirement within the Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy to notify residents of any unavoidable project overlaps and the potential impact to the community.Design, Construction and OperationNV5, NV10, NV12Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Managing cumulative noise impactsThe Project will (construction only):avoid overlap of sensitive works at night and other periods where excessive noise and vibration is likelyincorporate a requirement within the Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy to notify residents of any unavoidable project overlaps and the potential impact to the community.monitor and record cumulative noise impacts and report excessive noise levels to EPA VictoriaRevised to remove Pipeline Works content, and to respond to EPA Submission regarding consultation with relevant stakeholders.Dale Stohr proposed change not accepted.MMEPR-NV08*Managing impacts from ground vibrationApply Tthe following management measures will be applied when the setback distances derived using MMEPR-NV03 are encroached:substitution of high vibration producing rock breakers, rollers or compactors for models that produce lower levels of vibration (applicable between Reid Parade and Graydens Road Hastings)consultation with above and below ground utility asset owners to establish construction vibration limits to maintain asset integritymonitor vibration monitoring of sensitive buildings / structures inside safe working distancesundertake condition survey of properties within safe working distances.ConstructionNV6, NV7,Revised to remove Pipeline Works contentMMEPR-NV09*Condition surveysUndertake Ccondition surveys will be undertaken for sensitive buildings and assets that are within the derived set back distances for structural damage.ConstructionNV7EPR-NV10A*Operations Noise Management PlanPrior to the commencement of operation, prepare an Operations Noise Management Plan must be prepared in consultation with the EPA and be consistent with the requirements of any Works Approval. The Operations Noise Management Plan must be consistent with and give effect to EPR-NV10 – EPR-NV13 and must include:The identification and assessment of noise sensitive receptors, including habitat for listed threatened fauna, likely to be impacted by the project; A noise monitoring program to be implemented prior to the commencement of operations, to establish existing ambient conditions at identified sensitive receptors, including during operation of the United Petroleum facilities; the Recommended Maximum Noise Levels (RMNLs) determined in accordance with EPR-NV10 that apply to nearby noise sensitive receptors, including but not limited to:103 The Esplanade;132 The Esplanade; and 43 Disney Street;An explanation as to how the selected noise sensitive receptors can be used to assess noise against the Recommended Maximum Noise Levels for all noise sensitive areas;Any mitigation or operational limitations necessary to achieve compliance with the Recommended Maximum Noise Levels determined in accordance with EPR-NV10;Any cumulative impact management strategy developed in accordance with EPR-NV11;A post commissioning noise monitoring program in accordance with EPR-NV13.EPAProposed amendment in Document 500, shown in green:Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Proposed amendment in Document 492, shown in red: Operations Noise Management PlanPrior to the commencement of operation, an Operations Noise Management Plan must be prepared in consultation with and approved by the EPA and be consistent with the requirements of any Works Approval. The Operations Noise Management Plan must be consistent with and give effect to EPR-NV10 – EPR-NV13 and must include:The identification and assessment of noise sensitive receptors, including habitat for listed threatened fauna, likely to be impacted by the project; A noise monitoring program to be implemented prior to the commencement of operations, to establish existing ambient conditions at identified sensitive receptors, including during operation of the United Petroleum facilities; the Recommended Maximum Noise Levels (RMNLs) determined in accordance with EPR-NV10 that apply to nearby noise sensitive receptors, including but not limited to:103 The Esplanade;132 The Esplanade; and 43 Disney Street;An explanation as to how the selected noise sensitive receptors can be used to assess noise against the Recommended Maximum Noise Levels for all noise sensitive areas.Any mitigation or operational limitations necessary to achieve compliance with the Recommended Maximum Noise Levels determined in accordance with EPR-NV10;Any cumulative impact management strategy developed in accordance with EPR-NV11;A post commissioning noise monitoring program in accordance with EPR-NV13.Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Operations Noise Management PlanPrior to the commencement of operation, an Operations Noise Management Plan must be prepared in consultation with the EPA. The Operations Noise Management Plan must be consistent with and give effect to EPR-NV10 – EPR-NV13 and must include:The identification and assessment of noise sensitive receptors, including Woolleys Beach, nearby residential houses and habitat for listed threatened fauna, likely to be impacted by the project; A noise monitoring program to be implemented prior to the commencement of operations, to establish existing ambient conditions at identified sensitive receptors, including Woolleys Beach, nearby residential houses and:Changes as documented in Document 345.Accepted changes proposed by EPA in Document 500 and changes proposed by MPSC in Document 492.Dale Stohr proposed changes not accepted.MMEPR-NV10*Operational noise controlsThe Gas Import Jetty Works and Pakenham Delivery Facility will must identify and specify practical measures for minimising noise to achieve the intent ofin accordance with EPA Publication 1411 - Noise from Industry in Regional Victoria in consultation with EPA. by reference to the Specify Rrecommended Maximum Noise Levels specifieddetermined in accordance with Part 3 of EPA Publication 1411 must be specified in respect of nearby noise sensitive receptors, including but not limited to:103 The Esplanade;132 The Esplanade; and 43 Disney Street.. (Specified Noise Sensitive Receptors) The specified noise sensitive receptors must be suitable for assessing compliance to the Recommended Maximum Noise Levels for all sensitive areas. This may involve considering the specified noise sensitive receptors as derived points and assessing effective noise levels against the relevant derived noise limits (as defined in SEPP N-1).OperationNV8, NV11EPAProposed amendment in Document 500, shown in green:Recommended Maximum Noise Levels determined in accordance with Part 3 of EPA Publication 1411 must be specified in respect of nearby noise sensitive receptors, including but not limited to:103 The Esplanade;132 The Esplanade; and 43 Disney Street.(Specified Noise Sensitive Receptors) The specified noise sensitive receptors must be suitable for assessing compliance to the Recommended Maximum Noise Levels for all sensitive areas. This may involve considering the specified noise sensitive receptors as derived points and assessing effective noise levels against the relevant derived noise limits (as defined in SEPP N-1). Mornington Peninsula Shite CouncilProposed amendment in Document 492, shown in red.MPSC's reason for amendment: In recognition of the fact that these places are noise sensitive receptors where sounds from the natural environment are the most prominent sounds and having regard to the expectations of users of these areas who value this existing amenity. See EPA Publication 1411 - Noise from Industry in Regional Victoria in consultation with EPA (pg 5).Operational Noise ControlsThe Gas Import Jetty Works will identify and specify practical measures for minimising noise in accordance with EPA Publication 1411 - Noise from Industry in Regional Victoria in consultation with EPA. Recommended Maximum Noise Levels determined in accordance with Part 3 of EPA Publication 1411 must be specified in respect of nearby noise sensitive receptors, including but not limited to:103 The Esplanade;132 The Esplanade; and 43 Disney Street.A recommended maximum noise level must be specified for Woolleys Beach and HMAS Otama Lookout Beach which aims to retain the existing amenity in these locations where sounds from the natural environment are the most prominent during the day and to meet the linear ‘octave-band’ levels of the background level plus 5 to 10 decibels in accordance with EPA Publication 1411 - Noise from Industry in Regional Victoria in consultation with EPA (pg 5).Changes as documented in Document 345.Accepted changes proposed by EPA in Document 500 and changes proposed by MPSC in Document 492.MMEPR-NV11*Operational noise cumulative controlsManage Nnoise from the Project when operating near existing industry will be managed in accordance with Section 5 - Managing Noise from Multiple Premises within the EPA Publication 1413 - Applying NIRV to Proposed and Existing Industry where relevant.Where required, other infrastructure operators on the jetty and Project surrounds will be engaged to offset noise sources contributing to potential cumulative impacts.Additional cumulative impact management strategies will be developed in consultation with EPA, if required. Establish a working group including the Port of Hastings Development Authority and commercial operators at the Crib Point Jetty to develop a cumulative noise impact strategy in consultation with EPA, including:Implementation of appropriate noise amelioration measures if required, including specification of the party responsible for implementing those measures; andCoordinating operations at the jetty.OperationNV10, NV12Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Operational noise cumulative controlsNoise from the Project when operating near existing industry will be managed in accordance with Section 5 - Managing Noise from Multiple Premises within the EPA Publication 1413 - Applying NIRV to Proposed and Existing Industry where relevant. Port users and infrastructure operators on the jetty and Project surrounds will be engaged to minimise noise contributing to potential cumulative impacts.Establish a working group including the Port of Hastings Development Authority and commercial operators at the Crib Point Jetty to develop a cumulative noise impact strategy in consultation with EPA, including:Identification and monitoring of current noise levels around Crib Point Jetty, including Woolleys Beach, with reporting of noise levels to EPA Victoria for the life of the Project;Implementation of appropriate noise amelioration measures if required, including specification of the party responsible for implementing those measures; and?Coordinating operations at the jettyChanges as documented in Document 345.Dale Stohr change not accepted, duplicates requirements in the EPR.MMEPR-NV12Notification for mooring LNG carriersIf the verification noise monitoring demonstrates that the night time Recommended Maximum Levels have not yet been met, residents within 1.5 kilometres of the FSRU will must be notified at least 24 hours before the planned arrival of an LNG carrier between 10 pm and 7 am.Project communications resources such as the Project website will must include a link to the Port of Hastings Development Authority Weekly Shipping List. This list provides a forecast for the ships that are expected to be in Port each week.OperationNV9Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Proposed amendment in Document 492: Notification for mooring LNG carriersIf the verification noise monitoring demonstrates that the night time Recommended Maximum Levels have not yet been met, residents within 1.5 kilometres of the FSRU will be notified at least 24 hours before the planned arrival of an LNG carrier between 10 pm and 7 am.Project communications resources such as the Project website will include a link to the Port of Hastings Development Authority Weekly Shipping List. This list provides a forecast for the ships that are expected to be in Port each week.Dale StohrComment from Document 487:If the verification noise monitoring demonstrates that the night time Recommended Maximum Levels have not yet been met, residents within 2.5 kilometres of the FSRU will be notified at least 24 hours before the planned arrival of an LNG carrier between 10 pm and 7 am.MPSC changes not accepted.MMEPR-NV13Post-commissioning measurementsMeasure Nnoise produced by the Gas Import Facility and other commercial operations at Crib Point will be measured within six months of the beginning of commercial operation to confirm compliance with the Recommended Maximum Levels. Undertake Nnoise measurements will be undertaken in accordance with current Victorian EPA requirements to verify compliance with the Recommended Maximum Levels applied at 132 The Esplanade Crib Point, 43 Disney Street Crib Point and 103 The Esplanade Crib Point and any other Specified Noise Sensitive Receptor in the Operations Noise Management Plan.If the measured noise levels demonstrate that the Recommended Maximum Levels are exceeded, then Oonsite noise mitigation (administrative, operating or engineering controls) will must be taken as soon as practicable. if the measured noise levels demonstrate that the Recommended Maximum Levels are exceeded.If onsite noise mitigation cannot be feasibly implemented to reduce external noise to below the Recommended Maximum Levels, Ooffsite noise mitigation (noise screening, offers of respite during noisy periods of work or architectural acoustic treatment to the exterior of rooms used for sleeping) will must be offered to affected landownersconsidered. where onsite noise mitigation cannot be feasibly constructed to reduce external noise to below the Recommended Maximum Levels.OperationNV9Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Proposed amendment in Document 492: Post-commissioning measurementsNoise produced by the Gas Import Facility and other commercial operations at Crib Point will be measured within six months of the beginning of commercial operation and during ongoing operations (program to be developed in consultation with EPA as per NV10A) to confirm ongoing compliance with the Recommended Maximum Levels. Noise measurements will be undertaken in accordance with current Victorian EPA requirements to verify compliance with the Recommended Maximum Levels applied at 132 The Esplanade Crib Point, 43 Disney Street Crib Point and 103 The Esplanade Crib Point.Onsite noise mitigation (administrative, operating or engineering controls) will be taken as soon as practicable if the measured noise levels demonstrate that the Recommended Maximum Levels are exceeded.If the measured noise levels demonstrate that the Recommended Maximum Levels are exceeded, the EPA will be notified and onsite noise mitigation undertaken within a timeframe required by the EPA.Offsite noise mitigation (noise screening or architectural acoustic treatment to the exterior of rooms used for sleeping) will be considered where onsite noise mitigation cannot be feasibly constructed to reduce external noise to below the Recommended Maximum Levels. This option would only be viable with the express consent of a resident and approval from EPA.EPAProposed amendment in Document 500, shown in green:Post-commissioning measurements… Noise measurements will be undertaken in accordance with current Victorian EPA requirements to verify compliance with the Recommended Maximum Levels applied at 132 The Esplanade Crib Point, 43 Disney Street Crib Point and 103 The Esplanade Crib Point and any other Specified Noise Sensitive Receptor in the Operations Noise Management Plan.Onsite noise mitigation (administrative, operating or engineering controls) will be taken as soon as practicable if the measured noise levels demonstrate that the Recommended Maximum Levels are exceeded.…Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Post-commissioning measurementsNoise produced by the Gas Import Facility and other commercial operations around Crib Point will be measured for the life of the Project from the beginning of commercial operation to confirm compliance with the Recommended Maximum Levels.Changes as documented in Document 345.EPA changes accepted by AGL.MPSC changes not accepted by AGLDale Stohr changes not accepted.EPR- NV13AUnderwater Noise: Detailed Design Consider Mmeasures to reduce underwater noise associated with the operation of the FSRU should be considered in the detailed design of the discharge ports. Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Underwater Noise: Detailed DesignMeasures to reduce underwater noise and vibration associated with the operation of the FSRU should be considered in the detailed design of the discharge ports.Measures to reduce underwater noise and vibration associated with the operations of visiting LNG carriers in Western Port Bay should be considered in the detailed design of the Project.Amendments to give effect to evidence of Mr McPherson.Dale Stohr changes not accepted.EPR-NV14Underwater Noise: Ambient Noise StudyConduct Aan ambient noise study should be conducted in consultation with the EPA. The study shouldmust:be conducted for a period of 1 month and should use a moored autonomous recorder at a fixed location; determine the Power Spectral Density (PSD) percentiles for the acoustic environment for the monitoring period; Iinclude the arrival, and departure of a petroleum tanker, representing current port operations.Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Underwater Noise: Ambient Noise StudyAn ambient noise study should be conducted in consultation with EPA Victoria. The study should:be conducted for a period of 24 months and should use a moored autonomous recorder at fixed locations around Western Port Bay.Changes as documented in Document 345.Dale Stohr changes not accepted.EPR-NV15Underwater Noise: Post-Construction Monitoring and AssessmentConduct Aa post-construction monitoring program should be conducted in consultation with the EPA. The program shouldmust characterise the typical soundscape of the port, along with a full cycle of operation of the FSRU and LNG cargo delivery. The monitoring program shouldmust be conducted for a period of 1 month and shouldmust use a moored autonomous recorder at a fixed location.In the event that the post-construction monitoring program records higher noise levels than modelled in the Underwater Acoustic Modelling Report prepared by Jasco Applied Sciences dated 11 June 2020, an updated Underwater Noise Impact Assessment must be prepared which:Has regard to the results of the ambient noise study;Assesses the impact of the measured underwater noise from the operation of the FSRU on marine ecology; and Identifies any mitigation or operational measures necessary to ensure acceptable outcomes. Dale StohrComment from Document 487:Underwater Noise and Vibration: Post-Construction Monitoring and AssessmentA post-construction monitoring program should be conducted in consultation with the EPA. The program should identify the typical soundscape of the port, along with a full cycle of operation of the FSRU and LNG cargo delivery. The monitoring program should be conducted for a period of 24 months and should use a moored autonomous recorder at fixed locations around Western Port Bay.Changes as documented in Document 345.Changes proposed by Dale Stohr not accepted. Marine biodiversityEES evaluation objectives:To avoid, minimise or offset potential adverse effects on native flora and fauna and their habitats, especially listed threatened migratory species and listed threatened communities.To minimise adverse effects on water (including groundwater, waterway, wetland, estuarine, intertidal and marine) quality and movement particularly as they might affect the ecological character of the Western Port Ramsar site.MMEPR-ME01Design of intake, velocity and screening grillesThe intake of the FSRU will must be designed in consultation with the EPA and be consistent with the requirements of any Works Approval, in the following way:The intake will must Hhave a screening grille with spaces not exceeding 100 millimetres by 100 millimetres in the vertical dimension to prevent larger organisms such as penguins and large fish from entering the intake and becoming trapped, injured or killed;.Design the intake soEnsure water is taken in horizontally, to. This allows fish and other free-swimming marine biota to sense the intake current and swim away from the intake.;Limit the intake velocity to 0.15 m/s at peak production and <0.1 m/s at average production so that fish and other biota can swim away from the intake without becoming impinged or entrained.; andThe intake willmust bBe at least 2 metres below the water surface level and at least 3 metres above the seabed, taking account of tides and different loading levels of the FSRU. OperationME1 ME2 ME3 ME4 ME5A ME5B ME6NNE ME6NA ME6EPB ME7 ME8 ME9Environment Protection AuthorityProposed amendments in Document 500 are:Design of intake, velocity and screening grillesThe intake of the FSRU will be designed, in consultation with the EPA and be consistent with the requirements of any Works Approval, in the following way to the satisfaction of the EPA:Changes made in response to Dr Wallis evidence, which respond to EPA recommendations.(See evidence statement of Dr Wallis in Document 70 at pp 12-13).Deleted additional wording in response to evidence of Dr Wallis.Changes proposed by the EPA accepted.EPR-ME01ASeawater dischargeOption 1 – Varying chlorination rate at point of dischargeExcept as approved or required by the EPA, the OEMP must include requirements that seawater discharges from the FSRU regasification system must not exceed:have a chlorine residual concentration range of between 0.05mg/L and 0.1mg/L other than at Slack Tide;have a chlorine residual concentration of 0mg/L during Slack Tide;not exceed a tidally averaged chlorine residual concentration of 0.0022mg/L beyond a distance of 100 metres from the FSRU; andnot exceed a temperature variation of 7°C from ambient;a tidally averaged chlorine residual concentration of 0.006mg/L beyond a distance of 40 50 metres from the FSRU; and a tidally averaged chlorine residual concentration of 0.002mg/L beyond a distance of 100 metres from the FSRU.Note: The EPR assumes a maximum residual chlorine concentration at the discharge point of 0.1mg/L. The EPA may, at its discretion, impose a lower residual chlorine concentration limit at the discharge point. Note: The time of Slack Tide is half an hour either side of high tide or low tide at Crib Point. High tide and low tide at Crib Point are to be calculated by reference to the BOM Victorian Tide Tables or other source to the satisfaction of the EPA.Option 2 – Constant chlorination rate at point of discharge Except as approved or required by the EPA, the OEMP must include requirements that seawater discharges from the regasification system must:a.have a chlorine residual concentration of 0.02mg/L ;b.not exceed a tidally averaged chlorine residual concentration of 0.0022 mg/L beyond a distance of 100 metres from the FSRU; andc.not exceed a temperature variation of 7°C from bined Environment GroupComments from Document 489 based on evidence of Professor Perran Cook:Understand it was to be 0.0022 mg/L at 100 m from the outlet. Comments from Document 489 based on evidence of Professor Tom Baldock: With respect to (a): Specify that these conditions are on the exit from the vessel for clarity. With respect to (b): Page 216 of the Marine Biodiversity report indicates that the discharge is 5°C to 12°C warmer than the ambient seawater in closed loop mode. This condition is not fully consistent with that mode. With respect to (c): A corresponding threshold condition on temperature could be given.This is a new proposed EPR, derived from Technical Note 015 - Response to IAC RFI 007 - Section 2.3 Re-gasification when Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) tanker is present: Document 143.Amended in response to evidence and supplementary report of Dr Wallis and Dr bined Environment Group accepted in part.MMEPR-ME02Limit seawater regasification flows between August September and FebruaryExcept as otherwise required by the EPA, and subject to further marine studies demonstrating acceptable impacts during August to the satisfaction of the EPA, To minimise potential entrainment impacts, operate the FSRU will operate at a 14-day moving average (mean) regasification seawater flow not exceeding of 312,000 m3 per day between August September and February (inclusive). The use of a 14-day moving average reflects the sensitivity of certain marine biota and accounts for their renewal rate and the flushing rate in North Arm of Western Port that has been established as part of the marine entrainment investigations.OperationME5A, ME25, ME35Environment Protection AuthorityProposed amendments in Document 500 are:Limit seawater regasification flows betweenSeptember August and FebruaryExcept as otherwise required by the EPA, Tto minimise potential entrainment impacts the FSRU will operate at a 14-day moving average (mean) regasification seawater flow not exceedingof 312,000 m3 per day between AugustSeptember and February (inclusive). The use of a 14-day moving average reflects the sensitivity of certain marine biota and accounts for their renewal rate and the flushing rate in North Arm of Western Port that has been established as part of the marine entrainment investigations..EPA changes accepted, with additional drafting.MMEPR-ME03Use 6 port design to increase mixingThe FSRU musthas been designed with a six discharge port configuration to optimise dilution and minimise thermal differences. The discharge ports will must be located above the seawater inlets and will must be spaced at a minimum distance of 10 metres.OperationME10, ME11, ME12, ME13, ME14, ME15, ME16, ME17, ME18, ME19, ME30, ME31, ME32, ME33, ME34, ME35, ME36, ME37, ME38, ME39, ME40Combined Environment GroupComments from Document 489 based on evidence of Professor Tom Baldock:There is currently no EPR associated with specifying use of discharge ports to the West, to mitigate impacts when the LNG tanker is bined Environment Group change not accepted. MMEPR-ME04High velocity discharge to increase dilution Discharge Sseawater will be discharged from the FSRU at high velocity no less than 5 m/s to facilitate mixing and increase dilution so that seawater can return to ambient conditions.Construction and OperationME20, ME21, ME22, ME23, ME24, ME25, ME26, ME27, ME28, ME29MMEPR-ME05Port of Hastings HandbookEnsure Aall vessels will comply with the Port of Hastings Development Authority Safety and Environmental Management Plan and Port Operating Handbook.OperationME41, ME42, ME43, ME44, ME47,MMEPR-ME06Compliance with the environment management plan, regulations or policiesEnsure Tthe operation of the FSRU and LNG carriers proposed to enter, moor and depart the Port of Hastings will beis consistent with present and past operations within the port. Operation will must comply with the same port and state environmental guidelines, regulations and environmental management plans as other similar vessels.Construction and OperationME45, ME46, ME49, ME50MMEPR-ME07No unauthorised cleaningUndertake Hhull cleaning and propeller polishing will be undertaken in accordance with the PoHDA and Harbour Master requirements.OperationME44MMEPR-ME08FSRU mooring and Ooperation within dredged areaMoor and operate Tthe FSRU will be moored and operated within an area that has been dredged in the past to create and develop the port.OperationME45, ME46,ClarificationMMEPR-ME09Class and IMO standardsDesign and construct Tthe FSRU and LNG carriers will be designed and constructed to be compliant with shipping class and IMO standards.OperationME47MMEPR-ME10FSRU mooring and LNG carriers pilotageThe FSRU will be moored in an area where the seabed has already been disturbed to create a port. Vessels will must be operated by experienced captains and at speeds less than the maximum allowed vessel speed.OperationME47Wording deleted to prevent overlap with ME08MMEPR-ME11Limiting lights to the number for safe operations Limit lights to the number for safe operations. Reduce direct light spill where possible subject to meeting navigation and vessel safety standards.OperationME48,MMEPR-ME12Appropriate antifoul, cleaninged and inspectioned in accordance with regulationsEnsure FSRU and LNG carriers to be will be protected with approved use antifoul and will be inspected by biofouling/IMS inspectors. Clean Vvessels will also be cleaned at appropriate intervals.OperationME49, ME50MMEPR-ME13Exclusion zone around FSRUEstablish A a vessel exclusion zone will be established that extends for 100 m from the FSRU and any moored LNG carriers. Recreational or commercial fishing within this zone will not be allowed, which means that the fish aggregation will be untouched, except for natural predation.OperationME51MM-ME14Policing of exclusion zoneExclusion of recreational or commercial fishing within the exclusion zone will be the responsibility of PoHDA.OperationME51Not properly the subject of an EPR.MMEPR-ME15Speed restrictions and Master watches for whales Ensure FSRU and LNG carriers will comply with the maximum allowed vessel speeds and comply with operational instruction if a marine mammal is encountered.OperationME52MMEPR-ME16Monitoring programPrepare Aa marine monitoring program will be prepared in consultation with the EPA as part of the discharge licensing condition and include it in the Gas Import Jetty Works Operational Environmental Management Plan. The monitoring program will be designed in collaboration with a statistician. Subject to being consistent with the requirements of any EPA works approval or?licence, ?sand will be included in the Gas Import Jetty Works Operational Environmental Management Plan. Design Tthe monitoring program will be designed in collaboration with a statistician and will will include the following measures, having regard to the relevant objectives for each measure:Monitor Rates and Characteristics of all discharges. Monitoring and recording of the flow rate, temperature and residual chlorine concentration of all major discharges, excluding minor discharges such as fire water, water curtain and ballast water, is required.The objectives are to keep a record of all discharges, confirm that the discharge rate and chlorine concentration are within the values set out in EPA licences and, if not, provide the trigger for remedial action.Plankton Survival Study. Collect plankton samples on the seawater intake and discharge of the FSRU and analyse the samples to determine the percentage of zooplankton and fish larvae survival. Plankton samples must be collected and analysed once per quarter for a period of three years (12 sampling events in total).The EES risk assessment is based on the conservative assumption of 100 per cent loss of small biota that is entrained in the FSRU. The objective of this task is to establish whether a smaller loss might actually occur in practice, so the effect of the Project on primary productivity in North Arm is less than calculated.Seabed Biota Monitoring in Port Area. Baseline surveys and post-commissioning surveys every six months for three years of benthic fauna abundance, diversity and composition to detect if there are any significant changes to infauna communities in the Port area and within North Arm.The objective is to check whether the impact on infauna is less or more than the impact predicted in the EES from the combined area of chlorine and temperature change on the seabed near Berth 2.Water Quality Sampling. Every quarter for a period of three years, monitor seawater at six sites down-current of the FSRU and at reference sites to accurately determine chlorine produced oxidants (CPO) concentration and temperature change as a result of FSRU operation. Collect replicate samples for quality control.The objective is to check whether the predicted extent of chlorine concentration and the temperature anomaly matches the EES predictions and, if a greater extent, what corrective actionual should be taken to limit the extent. The distribution of CPO can be calculated from the measured extent of temperature.Transplanted Mussel Monitoring. Two times per year for a period of three years, deploy 10 sets of mussels at different sites, for example, 100 metres, 200 metres, 400 metres, 800 metres and 1,500 metres to the north and south of the FSRU. Leave the mussels in place for 21 days for each monitoring period. At the end of the 21 day period, retrieve mussels and analyse for chlorinated organics.The objective is to check whether there is measurable or significant accumulation of chlorinated or brominated organics in biota. Mussels are recognised as an appropriate method to accumulate any collect chlorinated organics (if present) for analysis. If there are elevated levels (e.g. exceeding background levels at reference sites) then a review of chlorination rates and procedures will must be undertaken.OperationME5AEnvironment Protection AuthorityProposed amendments in Document 500 are:Monitoring programA marine monitoring program will be prepared in consultation with the EPA as part of the discharge licensing conditions?and be included in the Gas Import Jetty Works Operational Environmental Management Plan. The monitoring program will be designed in collaboration with a statistician. Subject to being consistent with the requirements of any EPA works approval or?licence, ?the?monitoring program?and will include the following measures, having regard to the relevant objectives for each measure:Combined Environment GroupComments from Document 489 based on evidence of Professor Perran Cook:Include monitoring of fauna and sediment adjacent to the FSRU, and explicitly include tribromophenol in the analysis. A detection limit should also be stated. I suggest 0.01 g/kg ments from Document 489 based on evidence of Professor Tom Baldock:With respect to (1): The location of monitoring and the frequency of sampling should be specified. The relevant values for chlorine and temperature should be measured at the 40m distance contour to be consistent with the threshold conditions set in ME01Ac. This should be in addition to monitoring of the discharge at the exit ports. If it is clear after an appropriate duration of monitoring that the exit discharge conditions lead to the conditions in ME01Ac being satisfied, then the frequency of such additional monitoring could be reduced. This may be sufficiently covered under point 3 and point 4 of this same EPR below.With respect to (2): Where will discharge be sampled? Inside or outside the exit ports? Due to the high rate of mixing of ambient seawater into the near-field plume, sampling should occur inside the exit port or immediately outside, otherwise live plankton could have become entrained into the near-field ments from Document 489 based on evidence of Mr John Wardrop:With respect to (1): The use of fire retardants and their presence in water discharges during a fire response is not mentioned. The failure to consider the environmental effects from fire retardant loss remains a major deficiency.Amended in response to Dr Wallis recommendations (p 13 of his witness statement: Document 70) responding to EPA submission.EPA changes in Document 500 bined Environment Group changes not accepted.Safety, hazard and riskEES evaluation objective:To provide for safe and cost-effective augmentation of Victoria’s natural gas supply SocialEES evaluation objective: To minimise potential adverse social, economic, amenity and land use effects at local and regional scales.in the medium to longer term.To minimise potential adverse social, economic, amenity and land use effects at local and regional scales.MMEPR-HR01Gas Import Jetty Works safety standardsDesign, construct and operate Tthe Gas Import Jetty Works will be designed, constructed and operated to meet relevant safety standards. Design, operate and maintain Tthe FSRU will be designed, operated and maintained to comply with and retain an appropriate Class Notation. under the purview of DNV GL.It will comply with the Rules for Classification as required to retain its Class Notation. This will include requirements for inspection, maintenance and functionality of all on-board safety systems.Design, Construction and OperationNo environmental risk assessment was undertaken as part of this study. In the context of the safety, hazard and risk assessments, risk is distinct from the environmental risks assessed in the other EES technical studies.MMEPR-HR03*Process control system and automated emergency shutdown systemsMonitor Tthe operation of the Gas Import Jetty Works and Pipeline Works will be monitored using high integrity process automation and shutdown systems in accordance with safety requirements. Abnormal conditions will have alarms locally and remotely to fully attended control rooms. Out of normal conditions will result in an automatic shutdown of gas operations via closing of emergency shutdown valves. The control, monitoring and shutdown systems will be fail-safe and be designed to best industry practices with redundancy. The pipeline is also fitted with two mainline valves along its alignment to limit loss of gas in the event of a leak. MLV1 can be closed remotely.Design and OperationNo environmental risk assessment was undertaken as part of this study. In the context of the safety, hazard and risk assessments, risk is distinct from the environmental risks assessed in the other EES technical studies.MMEPR-HR04Fire ProtectionProvide Tthe FSRU and LNG carriers will be provided with their own onboard fire protection and suppression systems, in accordance with the relevant. This is a requirement of the DNV GL class notation.Provide Aactive fire protection and suppression will be provided for liquid fires and gas fires on the Jetty in compliance with Australian Standards.Note: The design fire case for Berth 2 fire systems is a jet fire in the MLA area. The required firewater cooling rate is for the ship/shore manifold area, which is defined as the MLAs and associated piping and valves as well as for FSRU hull cooling.Design Tthe diesel fuel supply will be designed for six hours of firewater per pump. The current design calls for two x 100% firewater pumps. The system will must be designed as a dry pipe system (i.e. no requirement for a jockey pump to maintain pressure), and be designed for saltwater service, providing an indefinite supply of water.Provide Ffire and gas detection will be provided along the gas piping on the jetty.Design and OperationNo environmental risk assessment was undertaken as part of this study. In the context of the safety, hazard and risk assessments, risk is distinct from the environmental risks assessed in the other EES technical studies.Amended to simplifyMMEPR-HR05*Dangerous goodsStore and handle Ddangerous goods at the Crib Point Receiving Facility and on the jetty, as defined by the Australian Dangerous Goods Code, and flammable and combustible liquids will be stored and handled in accordance with the Dangerous Goods Act 1985, Dangerous Goods (Storage and Handling) Regulations 2012, EPA Victoria Publication 1698 – Liquid Storage and Handling Guidelines and all relevant Australian Standards including but not limited to the requirements of:AS1940 – The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquidsAS1210 – Pressure vesselsAS4343 – Pressure equipment – hazard levelsAS3846 – The handling and transport of dangerous cargoes in port areasAS2941 – Fixed fire protection installations – pumpset systemsAS/NZS60079 – Explosive atmospheres.Store and handle Dangerous Goods on the FSRU in accordance with international maritime requirements including the DNV classification and all relevant certifications, Construction and OperationNo environmental risk assessment was undertaken as part of this study. In the context of the safety, hazard and risk assessments, risk is distinct from the environmental risks assessed in the other EES technical studies.Amended to reflect the application of IMO and DNV classification requirements to storage of dangerous goods such as liquid fuel and LNG on the FSRU.MMEPR-HR06*Monitoring of chemical and fuel storage facilities EnsureUndertake Rroutine visual monitoring and recording of chemicals and fuel storage facilities will occurs as part of routine operational practices.Construction and OperationNo environmental risk assessment was undertaken as part of this study. In the context of the safety, hazard and risk assessments, risk is distinct from the environmental risks assessed in the other EES technical studies.MMEPR-HR07*Emergency response plansDevelop and implement Eemergency response plans, such as including for spills, will be developed and implemented for both the construction and operations phases of the Project.Construction and OperationNo environmental risk assessment was undertaken as part of this study. In the context of the safety, hazard and risk assessments, risk is distinct from the environmental risks assessed in the other EES technical bined Environment GroupComments from Document 489 based on evidence of Mr John Wardrop:The clear statement that there will be emergency response plans for both construction and operations phases is an improvement of the ambiguity of the EES. However, the EPRs do not make it clear what level of commitment is being proposed or how spill response will be managed. Suggestion: Amend to make it clear what level of commitment is being proposed or how spill response will be managed.Further comments/suggestions on safety, hazard and risks:(1) The absence of a proper risk assessment means that there remains no basis on which to assess the spill related risks of this proposed project.(2) With respect to Fire Water, Water Curtain and Fire Retardant Losses to Westernport Bay waters, considerable uncertainty can be avoided if the proponents identify the products to be used, undertake the required environmental risk assessments and document their management bined Environment Group changes not accepted.MMEPR-HR08*Site Safety AdvisorAppoint Aa suitably competent person will be appointed as Site Safety Advisor during construction and will have maintain and have available on- site a set of the relevant safety data sheets (SDS) for hazardous and dangerous materials available at the site office.ConstructionNo environmental risk assessment was undertaken as part of this study. In the context of the safety, hazard and risk assessments, risk is distinct from the environmental risks assessed in the other EES technical studies. SocialEES evaluation objective: To minimise potential adverse social, economic, amenity and land use effects at local and regional scales.MMEPR-SO01*Consultative mechanism for information and enquiriesDevelop Aa consultative mechanism will be developed to:to make the results of environmental monitoring available to the communitywhere possible, to allow for contemporaneous updates to the communication of noise monitoring during out of hours construction activitiesto make information relating to potential risks to human health and safety available to the public as required. (see mitigation measure MMEPR-SE01)enable for residents and the community (including relevant Councils, government authorities, adjoining affected landowners and businesses and other community groups directly impacted by the Project) and the wider community to make enquires, lodge complaints etc. during construction (see mitigation measure MMEPR-SE02)Construction and OperationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentCombined Environment GroupProposed amendment in Document 489 in response to comments from Ms Bonnie Rosen: With respect to the second dot point (see tracked changes): It is inadequate for these updates to only occur where possible. None of the other processes will occur where possible. This amendment seeks to potentially reduce the potential impact on amenity.With respect to the fourth dot point (see tracked changes): This revision reflects my response to the Chair’s question about what I perceive best practice consultation to be as it goes beyond only having the opportunity to lodge complaints but also secure the proponents’ responsibility to have the complaints adequately addressed. This wording also reflects the intention of AS/NZS 10002: 2014 Guidelines for Complaint Management in Organisations.Consultative mechanism for information and enquiriesA consultative mechanism will be developed:to make the results of environmental monitoring available to the communitywhere possible to allow for contemporaneous updates to the communication of noise monitoring during out of hours construction activitiesto make information relating to potential risks to human health and safety available to the public as required. (see mitigation measure MM-SE01)for residents and the community (including relevant Councils, government authorities, adjoining affected landowners and businesses and other community groups directly impacted by the Project) and the wider community to make enquires, lodge and have their complaints etc. addressed during construction (see mitigation measure MM-SE02)Amended in response to changes proposed by Mr Boushel in Document 82 (p7).Amended in response to changes proposed by Mr Boushel in Document 169. Amended to partially accept the Combined Environment Group changes.MMEPR-SO02Consultation on recreational activity at Woolleys BeachConsult Tthe Crib Point Stony Point Committee of Management Inc. and the community will be consulted with to identify a suitable foreshore location and propose additional recreational infrastructure and measures to improve access, to accommodate activity displaced from Woolleys Beach North. OperationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentCombined Environment GroupProposed amendment in Document 489 in response to comments from Ms Bonnie Rosen: See tracked changes: This revision reflects my recommendations to the Committee in my presentation. I don’t recall Mr Townshend raising concerns with this revisionConsultation on recreational activity at Woolleys BeachThe Crib Point Stony Point Committee of Management Inc. and the community will be consulted with to identify a suitable foreshore location and propose additional recreational infrastructure and measures to improve access, to accommodate activity displaced from Woolleys Beach North. All costs associated with mitigating severance and displacement are to be borne by the proponent.Amended in response to changes proposed by Mr Boushel in Document 82 (p8).Combined Environment Group change not accepted, access is not affected or severed.MMEPR-SO04*Source local workersWorkers, supplies and services during construction and operation will be sourced from the local area as appropriate.Develop a local procurement plan that focuses on Mornington Peninsula Shire, with targets for local employment and social procurement for the project and its contractors. Report back on the plan targets and performance via one of the reporting mechanisms already proposed for the project.Construction and OperationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentCombined Environment GroupProposed amendment in Document 489 in response to comments from Ms Bonnie Rosen: Source local workersDevelop a local procurement plan that focuses on Mornington Peninsula Shire, with targets for local employment and social procurement for the project and its contractors to address unemployment in the Mornington Peninsula Shire. Report back on the plan targets and processes' and strategies' performance via one of the reporting mechanisms already proposed for the projectAmended per changes proposed by Mr Boushel in Document 82 (p8).AGL is not opposed to the Combined Environment Group suggested change, but considers the wording proposed by Mr Boushel is more measurable.MMEPR-SO05*Community fundResolve Ddetailed arrangements for the community fund will be resolved in partnership with relevant community stakeholders. In particular, there will must be community led involvement in:Selecting which communities will benefit from the programs and projects to be funded Selecting appropriate projects and activitieshow the fund will be established set-up, managed and spentgoverned. Devising and implementing processes to monitor and evaluate the fund’s effectiveness in addressing socio-economic disadvantage and offsetting adverse social impacts. If desired by the community stakeholders, an independent facilitator will can be appointed to assist the establishment of the community fund and its governance. The costs of administering the community fund will must be borne by the proponent.Construction and OperationA risk assessment was not undertaken as part of this impact assessmentCombined Environment GroupProposed amendment in Document 489 in response to changes proposed by Ms Bonnie munity FundDetailed arrangements for the community fund will be resolved determined in partnership with relevant community stakeholders. In particular, there will be community led involvement in: Selecting which communities will benefit from the programs and projects to be funded Selecting appropriate projects and activities how the fund will be established set-up, managed and spent governed Devising and implementing processes to monitor and evaluate the fund’s effectiveness in addressing socio-economic disadvantage and offsetting adverse social impacts. If desired by the community stakeholders, an independent facilitator will can be appointed to assist the establishment of the community fund and its governance. The costs of administering the community fund will be borne by the proponent.Amended per changes proposed by Mr Boushel in Document 82 (p 8)Amended per changes proposed in evidence from Mr Boushel.Changes proposed by Combined Environment Group largely accepted by AGL.MMEPR-SE01*Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy Prepare A a Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will be prepared to facilitate ongoing consultation between the proponent and the community (including relevant Councils, government authorities, adjoining affected landowners and businesses and other community groups directly impacted by the Project). The Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will be a requirement of the EMP for the Gas Import Jetty Works. For the Pipeline Works, tThe Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will be consistent must: be coordinated with the Consultation Plan being prepared for the Pipeline Licence. The Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy willmust:identify people and organisations stakeholders to be consulted engaged during the design and construction work phasesset out procedures and mechanisms for the regular distribution of accessible information about or relevant to the Projectidentify opportunities to provide information regularly about construction activities, schedules and milestonesdetail the measures for advising the community and stakeholders in advance of upcoming works (where necessary)set out procedures and mechanisms for consulting engaging with relevant council(s) and government authorities/agenciesset out procedures and mechanisms:through which the community can discuss or provide feedback to the Proponent,through which the Proponent mustwill respond to complaints, enquiries or feedback from the community, andto resolve any issues and mediate any disputes that may arise in relation to environmental management and delivery of the Project.Implement Tthe Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will be implemented for the duration of the construction works and for 12 months following completion of construction.Design, Construction and OperationB1, B2Combined Environment GroupProposed amendment in Document 489 in response to changes proposed by Ms Bonnie Rosen: Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy A Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will be prepared to facilitate ongoing consultation between the proponent and the community (including relevant Councils, government authorities, adjoining affected landowners and businesses and other community groups directly impacted by the Project). For the Pipeline Works, tThe Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will be a requirement of the EMP for the Gas Import Jetty Works. The Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will be consistent must be coordinated with the Consultation Plan being prepared for the Pipeline Licence.The Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will: identify people and organisations stakeholders to be consulted engaged during the design and work phases set out procedures and mechanisms for the regular distribution of accessible information about or relevant to the Project identify opportunities to provide information regularly about construction activities, schedules and milestones detail the measures for advising the community and stakeholders in advance of upcoming works (where necessary) set out procedures and mechanisms for consulting engaging with relevant council(s) and government authorities/agencies set out procedures and mechanisms: o through which the community can discuss or provide feedback to the Proponent on matters such as impacts on amenity and safety and effectiveness of the complaints process (refer SE02),o through which the Proponent will respond to complaints, enquiries or feedback from the community, and o to resolve any issues and mediate any disputes that may arise in relation to environmental management, social impacts, and delivery of the Project.The Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy will be implemented for the duration of the construction works and for 12 months following completion of construction the duration of the project’s bined Environment Group changes accepted in part.MMEPR-SE02*Complaints management systemEstablish A a complaints management system will be put in place that documents:name of persons receiving complaint.name of person or stakeholder making the complaint.location, date and time of complaint.nature of the complaint.actions taken to rectify.actions to avoid and minimise risk of reoccurrence.name of person(s) responsible for undertaking the required munication of response to the complaint.This system willmust be consistent with Australian Standard AS/NZS 10002: 2014 Guidelines for Complaint Management in Organisations.Details on the performance of the complaints management system willmust be reported via the channels used for MMEPR-SO01 and via the project website. Reporting willmust include the number of complaints received within the reporting period, how many were closed out and broad themes for the complaint categories. For example, noise, environment, traffic. Construction and OperationCombined Environment GroupProposed amendment in Document 489 in response to changes proposed by Ms Bonnie Rosen: Complaints management systemA complaints management system will be put in place implemented during construction and operation of the project that documents:oname of persons receiving complaint.oname of person or stakeholder making the complaint.olocation, date and time of complaint.onature of the complaint.oactions taken to rectify.oactions to avoid and minimise risk of reoccurrence.oname of person(s) responsible for undertaking the required actions.ocommunication of response to the complaint.ofeedback from the affected party regarding the effectiveness of the complaints management system ofeedback from the affected party as to whether the complaint has been adequately resolvedAmended in response to changes proposed by Mr Boushel in Document 82 (p8) and Document 169 (p8).Changes proposed by Combined Environment Group partially accepted.New SE03Dr Bill GenatSuggested recommendation in Document 507:Funding of an Independent Community Monitoring SecretariatThe Proponents will fund - separate to the proposed Community Fund - an Independent Community Monitoring Secretariat staffed by two full-time positions and its reasonable running costs for the term of the project. The secretariat will monitor the implementation of the project and its compliance with the Environmental Management Plan from a community perspective, advocate for community members with concerns about the project implementation and act as a project resource centre for affected and interested communities.Change proposed by Dr Genat not accepted.Surface waterEES evaluation objective: To minimise adverse effects on water (including groundwater, waterway, wetland, estuarine, intertidal and marine) quality and movement particularly as they might affect the ecological character of the Western Port Ramsar site.MMEPR-SW02*Managing runoffPlace Fflow diversion banks will be placed upstream of the spoil material if required.Construct Aan overflow spillway will be constructed to allow runoff from external catchments to pass over the spoil material at a controlled location without causing erosion.Divert stormwater from the upstream catchment around construction activities associated with the Receiving Facility and manage any potential sediment laden runoff from the site in accordance with the EPA’s Environmental Guidelines for Major Construction Sites and the International Erosion Control Association’s Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control.ConstructionHD2, HD4Amended in response to changes proposed by Mr McCowan in Document 97 (p15, section 4.2.4.1)MMEPR-SW06*Fuel and chemical storageThe following measures will be implemented tTo ensure that fuel and chemical storage is safe and spilt liquids do not cause environmental harm, the following measures must be implemented:minimise fuels and chemicals stored on site will be minimiseddo not store fuels and chemicals will not be stored close to surface watersinstall bunds or other appropriate containment methods will be installed for stored liquidsstore and handle dangerous goods, will be stored and handled, and monitor storage facilities monitored as per Chapter 16 Safety, hazard and risk (MMEPR-HR05, MMEPR-HR06).Construction and OperationHD5, HD8MMEPR-SW07*Spills prevention and managementEnsure Spill kits will beare available at locations where machinery/plant are operating, refuelling points and fuel and chemical storage locations.Render Sspills of hazardous materials will be rendered safe, and where required, ensure they are collected and transported by licenced waste contractors for disposal at appropriately licenced facilities, including cleaning materials, absorbents and contaminated soils.Staff training will must include spills management procedures.Develop Eemergency response plans for spills will be developed as per Chapter 16 Safety, hazard and risk (MMEPR-HR07).Construction and OperationHD5, HD8, C11, C13MMEPR-SW08*Refuelling of vehicles and mobile machinery Refuelling of vehicles and machinery (excluding hand held machines) on the ROW willmust:be undertaken with appropriate measures to contain spills utilise auto shut off valvesnot occur within 50m of a watercourseConstructionHD5, HD8, C11, C13Removed Pipeline Works contentMMEPR-SW11*Facilities designDesign Ppermanent surface structures, including the Pakenham Delivery Facility and Crib Point Receiving Facility will be designed to maintain existing overland flow paths and not result in increased flood levels upstream of the sites.DesignHD7Removed Pipeline Works contentMMEPR-SW12*Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) treatmentsIncorporate WSUD treatments will be incorporated into the site design for the Crib Point Receiving Facility and the Pakenham Delivery Facility to capture surface runoff and reduce pollutants in accordance with the Best Practice Environmental Management Guidelines (CSIRO 1999).DesignHD9 Removed Pipeline Works contentTerrestrial and freshwater biodiversityEES evaluation objectives:To avoid, minimise or offset potential adverse effects on native flora and fauna and their habitats, especially listed threatened migratory species and listed threatened communities.To minimise adverse effects on water (including groundwater, waterway, wetland, estuarine, intertidal and marine) quality and movement particularly as they might affect the ecological character of the Western Port Ramsar site.MMEPR-FF01*Unplanned vegetation lossClearly demarcate and identify Tthe approved vegetation clearing extent, including retained environmental features within the construction footprint, will be clearly demarcated and identified during the construction stage as follows:Erect Ppara-webbing, bunting and signage, construction fencing or fauna-specific temporary fencing in areas of special concern as follows:Merran’s Sun-orchid populationSouthern Brown BandicootSwamp SkinkGrowling Grass FrogWarringine ParkaAny other areas of special concern noted during pre-clearance inspectionsErect Bbunting in any other areas of native vegetation, as well as habitat features to be retained within the construction footprintInstall Ssurvey pegs in remaining areas of cleared or non- native vegetation.Para-webbing or bunting will not be placed across existing access tracks so that access for landholders is maintained.If clearing of native vegetation outside of the construction impact area is required for pipeline safety or maintenance during the operational phase, the area cleared will be the minimum necessary to complete the work and will be assessed and offset in accordance with the Guidelines for the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation (DELWP 2017). This requirement will be listed as a commitment in the Pipeline Works OEMP.ConstructionFF1, FF2, FF3, FF4, FF5, FF6, FF7, FF15, FF18, FF19, FF20, FFO5, FFO8Removed Pipeline Works contentMMEPR-FF03*Invasive weeds, pests, pathogens and wasteImplement Tthe following measures will be implemented to manage biosecurity risks:Consultation with landholders regarding property specific biosecurity management arrangements/ plans which are in place and followed by landholders.Undertake a baseline weed survey of the ROW to identify locations of existing weed infestations.Satisfy Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) regulatory requirements for any vehicles and equipment sourced from overseas.Inspection and certifyication of all vehicles and construction machinery upon arrival at site. Vehicles and construction machinery cannot access the construction areathe ROW until certified as clean.Vehicles and construction machinery will must not go outside of the construction footprint or approved roads and tracks unless undertaking survey or property management activities as agreed with the land owner.Operate in accordance with relevant elements of existing property specific biosecurity plans which landholders operate under.Monitoring of the condition of the ROW and other disturbed areas will be completed post- construction and remedial measures undertaken, as required, with the aim that all disturbed areas are re-profiled to a stable landform consistent with original contours and drainage lines and vegetated with a self-sustaining, non-pest species, sterile groundcover (on consultation with landholder land use requirements).Manage Wwaste is to be managed in accordance with MMEPR-C09 (construction waste management) and ERPMM-C10 (operation waste management), which will require provision of lidded refuse containers to prevent fauna access, and their appropriate monitoring and removal.Ensure Aany topsoil imported for easement maintenance will beis of an appropriate quality.Develop a protocol for preventing spread of Cinnamon Fungus Phytophthora cinnamomi, including maps identifying any known areas, requirements for managing surface run-off and wash down locations/requirements.Construction and operationFF2, FF3, FF11, FF12, FF16, FF17, F19, FF20, FFO5Removed Pipeline Works contentMMEPR-FF04*Contractor awarenessEnsure Aall Project personnel will be required to attend an induction that outlines environmental management requirements. This would must include information on the biodiversity values of the Project study area, specifically areas of threatened flora and fauna habitat.Construction and OperationFF2, FF3, FF5, FF10, FF11, FF12, FF15, FF16, FF17, FF18, FF19, FF20, FFO5, FFO6MMEPR-FF06*Topsoil managementImplement Tthe following mitigation measures will be implemented to manage topsoil:Vegetation will must be cleared prior to stripping of soil mustwill be stripped across the construction footprint to maximum depths determined during pre-construction soil mustwill not be stripped when saturated.Stripped topsoil mustwill be stockpiled separately from woody material and subsoil soil stockpile heights mustwill not exceed two metres.Gaps in the linear topsoil stockpiles mustwill be left at appropriate intervals for drainage and for the movement of vehicles and fauna through the soil stockpiles , other than linear stockpiles on the ROW, must will be clearly soil mustwill not be used as a padding material.Stockpiled topsoil mustwill be respread over the construction footprint to a minimum depth of 100mm, or to the depth that topsoil was stripped if this was less than 100mm to areas which have not been converted to soil mustwill not be respread for rehabilitation when saturated.ConstructionFF4, FF6, FF13, FF16, FF17Removed Pipeline Works content, and amended to better apply to Gas Import Jetty Works.MMEPR-FF08*Injury and/or disturbance to faunaEnsure Aa suitably qualified wildlife handler will beis present for clearing woody vegetation and stockpiles to:Inspect habitat in advance of clearing. This mustwill include a walk-through/visual inspection of the habitat to be removed immediately prior to clearance to flush out fauna and capture and relocate.Advise on clearing techniques that minimise fauna impact.Keep records of important fauna interactions, listing the species concerned, the nature of the interaction and GPS coordinates.Include Ffauna management standards will be included in the Gas Import Jetty Works EMP and Pipeline Works CEMP. Develop Aa specific protocol in consultation with Mornington Peninsula Shire will be developed for clearing Swamp Skink and Glossy Grass Skink habitat, in consultation with Mornington Peninsula Shire, which will refers to the management activity guidelines developed by Robertson and Clemann (2015) for Swamp Skink. This protocol mustwill be included as a management standard in the Gas Import Jetty Works EMP and Pipeline Works CEMP.Manage Nnoise impacts to fauna will be managed in accordance with MMEPR-NV01 (managing noise from construction activities), MMEPR-NV04 (noise management measures) and MM-NV05 (HDD noise control).Manage Nnoise produced by the operational Gas Import Jetty and FSRU will be managed as perin accordance with MMEPR-NV13 (post- commissioning measurements), to confirm compliance with Recommended Maximum Levels. Those levels have been assessed here as unlikely to deleteriously affect fauna.Construction and OperationFF8, FF19, FF20, FF21, FFO1, FFO6Removed Pipeline Works contentMMEPR-FF12Migratory birdsPrepare and implement Aan artificial light management plan must be prepared and implemented in accordance with the National Light Pollution Guidelines for Wildlife Including Marine Turtles, Seabirds and Migratory Shorebirds (Commonwealth of Australia, 2020) including applying Best Practice Lighting Design Principles (as described in the Guidelines).Ensure Tthe artificial light management plan must includes the following requirements:that for a period of at least one year prior to and at least two years after operation of the FSRU commences, three additional surveys per year (consistent with existing surveys) of the whole of Western Port in spring-summer are completed (in addition to the survey that is already completed in early summer);the data collected from the surveys must be analysed and published on the project website; andwhere the data collected from the surveys indicates a negative (statistically significant) change in the numbers of birds post-operations in areas closest to the Project compared with more distant areas, further investigation regarding the impact of Project operations would be undertaken and mitigation measures would be established and implemented. Project will adhere to the National Light Pollution Guidelines for Wildlife Including Marine Turtles, Seabirds and Migratory Shorebirds, to the extent practicable. The OEMP will contain a monitoring procedure and an adaptive management response in order to detect, and appropriately respond to, migratory bird strikes with lighting. Appropriate responses might include red light filters on floodlights, use of green lamps, or dimming/ reducing lighting at sensitive times. These have been shown to significantly reduce avian casualties resulting from bird strikes. Specific thresholds were not identified for migratory birds, however a number of qualitative assessments have shown that lighting of foraging areas does not impact occupation of a foraging area but may impact on migration routes. The OEMP will include a monitoring program for waders and waterbirds at Woolleys Beach and Jacks Beach to allow for potential responses to the operation of the FSRU to be detected and, if appropriate, mitigated through an adaptive management response.OperationFF19, FF20, FFO6IAC requested that proponents note that Brett Lane recommended 2 years monitoring prior to construction. Mr Lane has clarified that this is unnecessary given the existing survey data.MPSC's reason for amendment: MPSC & BCSC – A risk assessment of the impact of artificial light on seabirds and migratory shorebirds is to be undertaken in accordance with the National Light Pollution Guidelines for Wildlife Including Marine Turtles, Seabirds and Migratory Shorebirds (Commonwealth of Australia, 2020).A risk assessment must precede and inform an artificial light management plan. Migratory BirdsBefore the Project starts, a risk assessment of the impact of artificial light on seabirds and migratory shorebirds from the operation of the Project to wildlife (must be undertaken in accordance with the National Light Pollution Guidelines for Wildlife Including Marine Turtles, Seabirds and Migratory Shorebirds (Commonwealth of Australia, 2020) having regard to the following:A description of the existing light environment at Crib Point;The number, type, layout and purpose of proposed outdoor lighting;The lighting objectives for the Project;Two years of field surveys and biological monitoring undertaken in Crib Point to describe the population and behaviour of waterbirds and migratory shorebirds. These surveys and monitoring will be developed, overseen and the results interpreted by appropriately qualified biologists;Lighting objectives in terms of waterbids and migratory shorebirds;Proposed mitigation and light management measures.An artificial light management plan must be prepared and implemented in accordance with the National Light Pollution Guidelines for Wildlife Including Marine Turtles, Seabirds and Migratory Shorebirds (Commonwealth of Australia, 2020) including applying Best Practice Lighting Design Principles (as described in the Guidelines).The artificial light management plan must be informed by the risk assessment and include the following requirements:that for a period of at least one year prior to and at least two years after operation of the FSRU commences, three additional surveys per year (consistent with existing surveys) of the whole of Western Port in spring-summer are completed (in addition to the survey that is already completed in early summer);the data collected from the surveys must be analysed and published on the project website; andwhere the data collected from the surveys indicates a negative (statistically significant) change in the numbers of birds post-operations in areas closest to the Project compared with more distant areas, further investigation regarding the impact of Project operations would be undertaken and mitigation measures would be established and implemented.Amended in response to recommendations from Mr Lane.MPSC changes not accepted.MMEPR-FF13*Surface water sedimentation and runoffInclude Eerosion and sediment controls in the Gas Import Jetty Works EMP, and ensure they will follow EPA Victoria publication 1834 – Civil construction, building and demolition guide 480 – Environmental guidelines for major construction sites (1996) and be included in the Gas Import Jetty Works EMP and Pipeline Works CEMP. Specific measures that will mitigate impacts to ecological values are included in MM-SW01 (discharge water), and MM-SW02 (managing runoff), MM-SW04 (watercourse trenching) and MM-SW05 (watercourse trenchless crossing) and are summarised below:Water velocity reduction measures and redirection of runoff to stable ground in accordance with MM- SW01 (discharge water).Testing, treatment and management of discharge water to minimise sedimentation and erosion in accordance with MM-SW01 (discharge water).Implementation of diversion banks and sediment control devices in accordance with MM-SW01 (discharge water) and MM-SW02 (managing runoff).Regular mMonitoring of all diversion banks and sediment control devices regularly to ensure these are maintained in good condition throughout the construction phase.Construction and OperationFF19, FF20EPAComment from Document 500:On 27 November 2020, EPA issued?EPA Publication 1834 “Civil construction, building and demolition guide”, which replaces the?Environmental guidelines for major construction sites (publication 480, February 1996)/Noise control guidelines (Section 2) (publication 1254, October 2008).Amended to remove Pipeline Works content and to simplify (by removal of summary of other EPR requirements).EPA proposed change to relevant guidelines accepted.MMEPR-FF14*Surface water contaminationStore and handle Ddangerous goods at the Crib Point Receiving Facility and on the Crib Point jetty, as defined by the Australian Dangerous Goods Code, and flammable and combustible liquids will be stored and handled in accordance with all relevant Australian Standards and in accordance with MMEPR-SW06 (fuel and chemical storage). Additional measures are outlined below.Undertake Rroutine visual monitoring and recording of chemicals and fuel storage facilities will be undertaken.Undertake Rrefuelling and maintenance of vehicles and machinery will be undertaken in accordance with MMEPR-SW08 (refuelling of vehicles and mobile machinery) and MMEPR-C08 (fuel and chemical leaks/spills) to minimise the potential for leaks or spills to occur. This includes the requirement for refuelling to occur in designated areas that are not within 50 metres of a watercourse.Ensure Sspill kits will beare available at locations where machinery/plant are operating, refuelling points and fuel and chemical storage locations and managed in accordance with MMEPR-SW07 (spills).Manage Wwaste is to be managed in accordance with MMEPR - C09 (construction waste management) and MMEPR- C10 (operation waste management).Store and handle Dangerous Goods on the FSRU in accordance with international maritime requirements including the DNV classification and all relevant certifications,Construction and operationFF19, FF20, FF24, FFO4Amended to simplify by removing summary of other EPR measures. Amended to reflect the application of IMO and DNV classification requirements to storage of dangerous goods such as liquid fuel and LNG on the FSRUMMEPR-FF15*Lighting impacts to faunaManage Llight generated during construction will be managed in general accordance with the guidance measures described in the National Light Pollution Guidelines for Wildlife Including Marine Turtles, Seabirds and Migratory Shorebirds.ConstructionFF4, FF19, FF20, FF23, FFO1, FFO6 MMEPR-FF16*Dust impacts to flora/faunaUndertake Mmanagement of construction activities will be undertaken in accordance with EPA Victoria publication 1834 – Civil construction, building and demolition guide 480 Guidelines for major construction sites (1996) in respect to dust, odour and construction vehicle emissions to minimise amenity impacts during construction.In accordance with MMEPR-AQ01, suppress dust suppression will be used at construction sites using water sprays, water carts or other devices on unpaved work areas, sand, spoil and aggregate stockpiles and during the loading and unloading of dust generating materials. Place Ccrushed rock will be placed on any unsealed access tracks to suppress dust from vehicle movements, in accordance with MM-AQ03 (crushed rock on access tracks).Restrict Vvehicle movements will be restricted to within designated access paths, turning circles and the construction footprint, in accordance with MMEPR-AQ02 (restricted vehicle movements).Monitoring of weather conditions and dust will be undertaken in accordance with MMEPR-AQ06 (weather monitoring) and MMEPR-AQ07 (dust monitoring), which require works to modify or cease if weather conditions and/or dust levels are likely to exceed the thresholds specified.ConstructionFF19, FF20, FF25EPAComment from Document 500:On 27 November 2020, EPA issued?EPA Publication 1834 “Civil construction, building and demolition guide”, which replaces the?Environmental guidelines for major construction sites (publication 480, February 1996)/Noise control guidelines (Section 2) (publication 1254, October 2008).Simplified by removing summaries of other EPRs. Removed Pipeline Works content.EPA proposed change to relevant guidelines accepted.Traffic and transportEES evaluation objective:To provide for safe and cost-effective augmentation of Victoria’s natural gas supply in the medium to longer term.To minimise potential adverse social, economic, amenity and land use effects at local and regional scales.MMEPR-TP01*Traffic Management Plan (TMP)Prepare and implement Aa Traffic Management Plan (TMP) will be prepared and implemented for construction by an appointed contractor for approval by the relevant local government authorities and VicRoads. The TMP mustwill include specific measures for discrete components or stages of the works having the potential to impact on roads, shared use paths, bicycle paths, footpaths or public transport infrastructure. The TMP must be coordinated with the TMP for the construction of the Crib Point to Pakenham gas pipeline. The TMP mustwill include a number of sub-plans including:Public Transport Disruption Management sub- planPedestrian and cyclist connectivityConstructionTP1, TP2, TP3, TP4, TP5, TP6, TP7, TP8, TP9, B1Amended to provide for co-ordination between Gas Import Jetty Works and Pipeline Works re the TMPMMEPR-TP03*Stakeholder and consultation on transport changes Carry out stakeholder consultation and give advanced notice, including by letter, to affected residents, business or industries, Pprior to commencement of works and any temporary road closures., stakeholder consultation will be carried out and advanced notice given to affected residents, businesses or industries. This must includes measures such as letter notification to inform residents and businesses of upcoming works and road closures. This consultation must be coordinated with consultation for the construction of the Crib Point to Pakenham gas pipeline.Establish Sstakeholder engagement and communications strategies will be established in the TMP and prepare the Stakeholder Engagement Management Strategy to be prepared for the Project. Stakeholders may include local councils, road authorities, business operators and residents among others.During operation, ensure regular meetings will occur with Mornington Peninsula Shire and an agreement will be is reached with the Council to confirm pavement upgrades of impacted local roads around Crib Point, subject to the pavement strength survey results.Construction and OperationTP2, TP4, TP5, TP6, TP7, TP10Amended to require co-ordination between the consultation for the Gas Import Jetty Works and the Pipeline WorksMMEPR-TP04*Road Safety AuditDesign and construct Iintersections will be designed and constructed to provide safe vehicle movements to the satisfaction of the responsible road management authority.Undertake Aa Road Safety Audit will be undertaken upon finalisation of the proposed routes and access tracks to confirm mitigation measures. This mustwill consider investigating existing warning signage, lighting, turning movement lane provision and sight clearance and access track alignment modifications to improve safe intersection sight distance (SISD) for those that are non-conforming. This includes management measures such as advanced warning signage and flag lighting.In order to provide a safe route for the operation stage, signage improvements and speed reduction measures will be considered at Hunts Road to minimise the likelihood of collision with other vehicles at the black spot identified at the intersection between Hunts Road and the Coolart Road. In order to provide a safe route for the operation stage, consider signage improvements and speed reduction measures will be considered at Hunts Road to minimise the likelihood of collision with other vehicles at the black spot identified at the intersection between Hunts Road and the Coolart Road. Undertake Tthe Road Safety Audit will be undertaken in consultation with local councils.Construction and OperationTP8Mornington Peninsula Shire CouncilProposed amendment in Document 120 and additional changes (in green) arising from evidence of Ms H Marshall. Ms H Marshall also recommended that this EPR be limited to construction only (removing "and Operation" from the Timing column). Road Safety AuditIntersections will be designed and constructed to provide safe vehicle movements to the satisfaction of the responsible road management authority.A Road Safety Audit will be undertaken upon finalisation of the proposed routes and access tracks to confirm mitigation measures. This will consider investigating existing warning signage, lighting, turning movement lane provision and sight clearance and access track alignment modifications to improve safe intersection sight distance (SISD) for those that are non-conforming. This includes management measures such as advanced warning signage and flag lighting.The Road Safety Audit should include the following intersections as a minimum, with appropriate management measures taken as necessary:? Tyabb-Tooradin Road / Bungower Road? Western Port Highway / Bungower Road? Western Port Highway / Tyabb-Tooradin Road? Frankston Flinders Road / Western Port Highway / Denham Road (Peak Hour analysis by Aecom)? Frankston Flinders Road / Marine Parade (Peak Hour analysis by Aecom)? Woolleys Road / Stony Point RoadIn order to provide a safe route for the operation stage, signage improvements and speed reduction measures will be considered at Hunts Road to minimise the likelihood of collision with other vehicles at the black spot identified at the intersection between Hunts Road and the Coolart Road.The Road Safety Audit will be undertaken in consultation with local councils.Inadvertently deleted content reinserted.Mornington Peninsula Shire CouncilNot accepted based on the evidence of Ms Dunstan.MMEPR-TP05*Pavement strength surveyUndertake a A pavement strength survey will be undertaken for:Woolleys Road and the Esplanade prior to construction to determine suitability to accommodate projected heavy vehicles for construction and operation phases;the preferred delivery route for heavy vehicles delivering liquid nitrogen to the Crib Point Receiving Facility (excluding any approved B-Double routes). The survey’s results will determine potential locations where road upgrades may be required.Implement road upgrades identified as necessary by the pavement strength survey. Key gravel roads within the study area will be assessed separately and will be subject to specific maintenance checks. These roads will be named within the Traffic Management Plan once the Project details have been confirmed. Pavement will be restored to existing condition or better after construction.Design, Construction and OperationTP3, TP10Mornington Peninsula Shire CouncilProposed amendment in Document 120:Pavement strength surveyA pavement strength survey will be undertaken for Woolleys Road and the Esplanade prior to construction to determine suitability to accommodate projected heavy vehicles for construction and operation phases and the preferred delivery route for heavy vehicles delivering liquid nitrogen to the Crib Point Receiving Facility The survey’s results will determine potential locations where road upgrades may be required.Key gravel roads within the study area will be assessed separately and will be subject to specific maintenance checks. These roads will be named within the Traffic Management Plan once the Project details have been confirmed. Pavement will be restored to existing condition or better after construction .Mornington Peninsula Shire CouncilAGL agrees to this change subject to the exclusion of existing B-Double roads.MMEPR-TP06*Public Transport Disruption Management sub-plan Develop and implement a plan to minimise disruption to public transport services (including school buses) resulting from Project construction activities, pPrior to commencement of works affecting public transport services, a plan to minimise disruption to public transport services (including school buses) resulting from Project construction activities will be developed and implemented. .The plan mustwill be developed in consultation with relevant authorities such as Public Transport Victoria and the Department of Transport and must will be included as a sub-plan to the TMP.ConstructionTP6 Amended in response to Ms Dunstan's recommendation in Document 79 (p70)MMEPR-TP07Nitrogen Transport PlanDevelop aA Nitrogen Transport plan will be developed. This plan will must include identifying the preferred route(s) (unless audited in preparing the Traffic Management Plan under TP04), management measures at key intersections and permit requirements for access to roads that are not approved B-Double routes. Alternative roads to bypass Hastings and Somerville town centres will must be used where possible.OperationTP10, TP 11Mornington Peninsula Shire CouncilProposed amendment in Document 492:Nitrogen Transport PlanA Nitrogen Transport plan will be developed and updated at least every 5 years to the satisfaction of the Responsible Authority. This plan will include identifying the preferred route(s), management measures at key intersections and permit requirements for access to roads that are not approved B-Double routes. Alternative roads to bypass Hastings and Somerville town centres will be used where possible. a Road Safety Audit of any blackspot intersections or road segments identified on the 'preferred' route and appropriate mitigation measures; road pavement strength testing with mitigation to the satisfaction of the Responsible Authority as appropriate.Mornington Peninsula Shire CouncilNot accepted based on the evidence of Ms Dunstan, and noting that a road safety audit is required under EPR TP04. Independent Environmental AuditorEPR -IEA01AGL will appoint an independent environmental auditor prior to commencement of construction,.The independent environmental auditor will assess the CEMP for adequacy in compliance with statutory approvals.The independent environmental auditor will also conduct audits of the contractors' construction works and operations to assess:compliance with statutory approval conditions issued for the Gas Import Jetty Works;conformance with any other relevant environmental management documentationresponses to non-conformances, complaints and incidents; andconformance and compliance would be assessed through a range of inspections, observations of Project works, consultations with AGL, operators and contractors, reviews of records and meeting minutes as agreed between AGL and the auditor.each audit report must include recommendations for corrective and preventative actions, if required.audits would be conducted within three months of the commencement of construction, and at 6 monthly interval thereafter to the end of construction, Summary audit reports will be publicly available 30 days after completion.ConstructionOTHER PROPOSED CHANGESDocument 117, Mr Smitt proposes an amendment to "Appoint an Independent Reviewer and Environmental Auditor (IREA) to review and approve the construction and operational environmental management plan (EMP) other plans approved under the EPRs, to ensure compliance with the Environmental Management Strategy" is under consideration.Document 107, Mr Wardrop, proposes a number of unclear changes (for example regarding inventory of chemicals, responsibilities for Emergency Response Plans, and spill response plan). ................
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