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Beauly-Denny 400kV Replacement Transmission Line Project Revision 401/02/2011

CPH APPENDIX 7

GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLANS (GEMPS)

LIST OF PLANS

GEMP 1: General Environmental Protection Measures

GEMP 2: Tower erection

GEMP 3: Tower removal

GEMP 4: Permanent and temporary access track construction

GEMP 5: Site compound construction

GEMP 6: Peat management

GEMP 7: Watercourse crossings

GEMP 8: Working in or near watercourses

GEMP 9: Private water supplies

GEMP 10: Soil storage and removal

GEMP 11: Unexpected contaminated land

GEMP 12: Oil storage and refuelling

GEMP 13: Dust management

GEMP 14: Control of impacts from construction traffic

GEMP 15: Helicopter pads and use of helicopters

GEMP 16: Removal of rhododendron

GEMP 17: Control and removal of invasive plants

GEMP 18: Bad weather contingency

GEMP 19: Archaeology and Cultural Heritage

GEMP 20: Dismantling of Braco Substation


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GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 1:

GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION MEASURESFOR CONSTRUCTION AND FORESTRY OPERATIONS

1. General Site Management

PotentialEnvironmentalRisk

Environmental Control Measures Relevant ProjectCPH Guidance

Visual intrusionfrom the site officesand welfarefacilities etc. topeople and wildlife

The potential for visual intrusion to be taken into accountwhen planning the location for storage of all siteinfrastructure, vehicles and equipment

Site to be maintained in a clean and tidy condition. Allmaterials to be stored tidily.

All litter and waste to be removed at regular intervals anddisposed of in accordance with the waste managementplan

Bunding around site compounds to be designed to look asnatural as possible and to provide as much screening aspossible

All committedmitigation andconditions(included as

Appendix 4)Site wastemanagement plan(Appendix 20)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see

Appendix 19 andAppendix 21)

Oil / fuel spill toland or watercourse

All oil storage tanks to be located on impermeable baseswith an impervious bund capable of retaining at least 110%

of tank/drum volume Tank couplings to be located within bund

Storage areas to be located 30m away from waterbodiesand 10m from watercourses except:

In SSAPs where specific requirements may apply seeAppendix 12)

Appropriate watercourses and water bodies (those withconfirmed freshwater pearl mussel populations as listed inTable 1.27 of the confidential appendix to the Addendum tothe ES), where permanent, non-mobile storage areas mustbe at least 100m away from the watercourse or water body

Site plant refuelled in designated areas, at least 30m fromappropriate waterbodies and watercourses

Filler handles to be trigger-spring type and suspendedwithin bund when not in use

Handles to be padlocked when not in use

Transport of fuels and oils across sensitive areas of the site(as identified by the environmental manager(s)) in drums orother containers to be avoided as far as possible

All drums to be stored safely in site compounds andprotected from vehicle impact

Adequate oil absorbent and containment materials to beheld in areas on all parts of the site and staff briefed onhow to use this effectively

Oil contaminated water from bunded areas and drip trays tobe removed by means of a manually controlled positive liftpump, or other measures (such as oil-absorbent pads, fordrip trays) to be agreed in advance with the relevant local

All committedmitigation and

conditions(included asAppendix 4 in CPH)Site wastemanagement plan(Appendix 20)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see

Appendix 19 andAppendix 21)SSAPs (Appendix12)


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authority

Contaminated water/materials to be disposed off site toappropriate disposal site with necessary paperwork inplace in accordance with the Site Waste Management Plan

Mobile fuel and lubricant servicing units to have qualitydelivery hoses with trigger-type delivery nozzles

Oil powered pumps, generators etc to be located onimpervious drip trays surrounded by earth or sand bundslocated >10m from watercourses, or >30m fromappropriate watercourses and water bodies

All staff to be aware of necessary emergency procedures incase of spill

Pollution of the

water environment

All refuse and debris to be gathered daily collected and

removed regularly daily to avoid risk of pollutingwatercourses

Site drainage (e.g. run-off from soil heaps or steep ruttedcleared slopes, haul roads and water crossing points)should be planned to avoid polluting watercourses

No water from excavations and dewatering activities shouldbe allowed to enter surface waters directly

Construction plant washing facilities (including wheelwashes) should be designed to operate on totalrecirculation wherever possible. If not possible effluentshould be collected and discharged to the foul sewer (inagreement with Scottish Water) or disposed of off-site bylicensed waste contractor. If this not possible discharge tothe water environment will need adequate settlement,removal of oil and authorisation by SEPA

The source of any water used to suppress dust or in wheelwashes must be in accordance with legal requirements andif in doubt about what is permissible consult with SEPA

Cement, grout and unset concrete must not be allowed toenter the water environment. No operations involvingconcrete transfer between vehicles or into vehicles to takeplace within 30m of watercourses and waterbodies.

Drainage from excavations where concrete has beenpoured shall not be pumped or allowed to issue directly intothe water environment without appropriate treatment andprior approval of SEPA

Avoid transportation of fuels and oils across sensitive areasof the site (as identified by the environmental manager(s))where possible and where this cannot be avoided ensure

protection measures are in place in case of accident Site plant should only be refuelled in designated safe

areas. These to be identified prior to work commencing onsite. No refuelling to take place within 30m of waterbodiesand watercourses.

All plant and equipment to be maintained appropriatelyincluding checking for leaks and cleaning/removing visibleoil

All site staff to be trained in emergency procedures in caseof spillage of fuels and oils

Ensure adequate supplies of absorbent booms, strawbales, and spill packs stored on site and in all machinery

In the event of spillage, follow emergency procedures,notify SEPA immediately by telephone and take action

All committed

mitigation andconditions(included as

Appendix 4)Site wastemanagement plan(Appendix 20)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see



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immediately to minimise any spill and its spread, and notifySEPA as quickly as possible by telephone

Any contaminated soil to be disposed of to a licensedwaste disposal site in accordance with legal requirements

Watercourse andsurface waterengineering worksincluding culverts

Engineering works in watercourses and all surface watersto be avoided wherever possible when detailing the design

Authorisation must be obtained from SEPA for allwatercourse engineering works including culverting worksunder the Controlled Activities Regulations (CAR) and theyshould be designed to meet good practice

Appendix 25(WatercourseCrossing Schedule)

Inadequate control

of waste

Sewage to be discharged only in accordance with the

conditions of necessary consents If temporary sanitation cannot be connected to the public

foul sewerage system apply to SEPA for authorisation forany discharge in compliance with CAR Regulations

Waste management plan to be collated and implementedthroughout the contract in accordance with all legalrequirements and best practice

Site waste

management planand legal(Appendix20)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice containedin Appendices (19,20 and 21)

Noise and vibrationdisturbance topeople and wildlife

Vehicle engines to be switched off when not in use

All vehicles to be properly maintained

Appendix 26 NoiseManagement Planand committedmitigation andconditions(Appendix 4)

Dust control and airpollution

All soil storage areas to be watered to reduce risk of dust intimes of dry weather

All off-site construction access roads to be regularly sweptand bowsed

Long-term earth bunds to be seeded if advised by theenvironmental manager(s)

All skips to be covered where there is risk of spread ofdust



All committedmitigation andconditions(included as(Appendix 4)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see


Agricultural impacts All site staff to avoid contact with livestock adjacent to thesite

All gates to be kept closed and any damaged fences, walls

etc to be made good immediately to prevent livestock formstraying

Stockproof fencing to be erected prior to any worksassociated with crossing of a watercourse by a bridge orculvert, to prevent livestock gaining access to the works

Contact Scottish Government Rural Directorate (SGRD) toidentify any restrictions relating to the prevention of spreadof diseases and/or movement of soil prior to workcommencing in any location on site

All restrictions/precautions identified by SGRD relating tomovement of soil and livestock to be adhered to

All vehicles and footwear to be treated with SGRDapproved disinfectant prior to taking entry to site if requiredby landowner / occupier

All committedmitigation andconditions

(included as(Appendix 4)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see



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Impacts arisingfrom lack ofknowledge aboutenvironmental risks

Environmental training/induction for all site staff prior toworking on site

Ongoing training and review of relevant procedures withsite staff throughout the contract

Ongoing monitoring of the effectiveness of mitigation andprocedures and update as required

Ongoing monitoring, review and update of environmentalcontrol measures in method statements

All committedmitigation andconditions(included as(Appendix 4 inCPH)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see


Wastage of non-

renewableresources andvaluable resources

Control of water, electricity, paper consumption etc to

minimum practicable by adequate management systemsand publicity

Plan all site activities to minimise use of non-renewableresources



All committed

mitigation andconditions(included as(Appendix 4 inCPH)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see


2. Working Hours



Unnecessarydisturbance to thelocal communityand wildlife if hoursare exceeded

Contractors to adhere to agreed working hours or apply forpermissions from the local authority to work outwith agreedhours (NB all local authorities require adequate time toprocess out of hours working applications)

Community LiaisonPlan (Appendix 22)

3. Access and Traffic Management



Environmentalimpacts fromrequired publicroad improvements

Undertake site visits to identify necessary mitigation

Plan works carefully to reduce environmental risks

Implement works taking account of required mitigation andenvironmental best practice

Check all pre-construction works have been implementedbefore works begin

Table 12.1 in theES

All committedmitigation(Appendix 4)Legal requirementsand sources of best


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Apply for Road Construction Consents from relevant localauthority as necessary for new bellmouths on public roadsif not already implemented (see next column)

managementpractice (see

Appendix andAppendix 19 and21)

Traffic congestionon trunk and localroadsIncreasedcommunityseverance

Deterioration ofcurrent condition ofroads used foraccess forconstruction

Dust from mudlying on the roadaffecting propertiesand habitats

Plan all construction activities taking account of relevanttraffic management plans

Liaise with local authority roads departments and othermajor commercial users as required, including liaison withroads departments regarding winter maintenance

Construction traffic to adhere to programmed activities andagreed working hours

No construction traffic to undertake works outwith theagreed activities and hours unless by prior agreement

Construction traffic including logging trucks only to usepermitted public roads (see Appendices 13 and 15)

Construction traffic including logging trucks to adhere tocontract requirements relating to cyclist, pedestrians andequestrians and code of conduct for HGV drivers (includingallowing queuing traffic to pass)

All roads used for construction to be inspected prior to use,condition recorded with photographs, monitored during use,repaired as required and further photographs taken

All agreed mitigation measures to control dust to beimplemented

Vehicle wheels and chassis to be regularly cleaned toprevent deposition of construction site material on the road

Travel plan for construction personnel to be prepared inadvance of construction beginning and issued to eachworker on the project

Plan to advise against parking in private accesses ordriveways, lay-bys, or in car parks associated with localfacilities

Shared travel to be promoted where feasible

Community LiaisonPlan (see Appendix22)Trafficmanagement plans(see Appendix 17)

All committed

mitigation andconditions(included as(Appendix 4 inCPH)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see


4. Site Clearance and Forestry Works



Loss of biodiversity Site works to be designed outwith areas of greatest natureconservation value wherever practicable.

Request help from the project environmental manager(s) toidentify areas of concern (if requirement indicated on sitespecific plans)

Respect and avoid wildlife exclusion zones within theworking corridor

Plan restoration before clearance and follow relevant plansin Sections 3-12

Appendix C ES(Appendix 4)Special Study AreaPlans (see

Appendix 12)


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Consider potential for pollution of watercourses fromerosion and identify site specific mitigation measures

Ensure all required pre-construction surveys, includingbreeding bird checks, have been completed before anyclearance works start (check with the project environmentalmanager(s))

Minimise vegetation clearance (especially trees and shrubsand other important habitats)

Damage to habitatsand speciesoutside the siteboundary

Avoid incursion into adjacent habitats outwith the siteboundary where possible.

Design tracks to allow adequate width for all requiredvehicles including sufficient passing places for vehicles topass and to turn

Take account of any requirements agreed with landowners

Appendix C ES(included as

Appendix 4 in CPH)Special Area Plans(see Appendix 12).

Disturbance toprotected species

Follow all agreed mitigation for protected species and alllicence conditions

Appendices 4 and27 and Section 11 -Species ProtectionPlans (Appendix13)Special Study AreaPlans (Appendix12)

Disturbance tobreeding birds

Follow all agreed mitigation for breeding birds Section 1.7.4 inAppendix C of ES(included as

Appendix 4) and

AddendaSpecial Study AreaPlans (Appendix12)Species ProtectionPlan (Appendix 13)

Damage to treesand shrubs andother habitats fromstored materials

Store soil and other materials in accordance with bestpractice and do not allow any increase to natural groundlevels beneath tree canopies

See GEMP 9

Loss of boulderswith moss andlichens

Boulders identified as needing removed to be stored withinthe site boundary and re-used in restoration works.

Boulders to be stored in the same orientation as theirnatural location

Unnecessaryremoval of treeswithin the siteboundary

Mark all important trees to be retained within the LODs

Refer to specific detailed Forestry Wayleave Design Plans

Forestry WayleaveDesign Plans andLandscape Plans in

Appendices 31 and10

Loss of seed bankand damage to soilstructure

Store turfs/top soil separately and in accordance with bestpractice in areas agreed with the environmentalmanager(s) and landowners/occupiers

See GEMP 9

Damage to known Request advice from Archaeological Clerk of Works for all Section 1.10 in


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and unidentifiedarchaeologicalresources

sites shown on GIS and implement required measuresincluding demarcation of sensitive areas, establishment ofbuffer zones etc

Keep Historic Scotland and the relevant CouncilArchaeologist informed of programme for on-site workswhere soils to be stripped through SHETL ProjectEnvironmental Team.

Allow time for recording of any archaeological and historicfeatures which are found

Appendix C of ES(included as

Appendix 4)GEMP 19

Archaeology andCultural Heritage

Noise disturbance Use appropriate machines and ensure well maintained

Programme timing of activities to avoid impact at nearbyproperties at night if permission to work at night is given

Use temporary screens to mitigate noise from activities in

close proximity to residential properties and other sensitivelocations including schools, nursing homes, etc, asrequired

Develop and maintain good relationships with thelandowners/, occupiers and the local community andensure the Community Liaison Officer remains involvedthroughout the project

Section 1.13 inAppendix C of ES(included as

Appendix 4)

Community LiaisonPlan (Appendix 22)Noise ManagementPlan (Appendix 26)

Air pollution Plan activities on site to ensure risk of pollution from windblown dust reduced to minimum

Employ mitigation measures to control dust

Use appropriate plant and maintain all machines

Do not undertake any unauthorised burning of materials onsite

Sheet loads which could give rise to dust during transit


Appendix 4)

Land contamination Best practice measures to be implemented to ensure nopollution from vehicles, fuelling activities etc

If suspected contaminated land encountered seek advicefrom project environmental manager(s) and employ bestpractice measures in testing, treatment/disposal andvalidation, and inform the relevant landowner/occupier

Section 1.5.4 inAppendix C of ES(included as

Appendix 4)

Pollution ofwatercourses,drainage ditchesetc

Plan works in accordance with best practice set out in bestpractice guidance documents and drawing on experiencefrom what has worked well on other sites

Identify potential for risks from construction activities withpotential to create silt and identify protection measures

Identify potential for risks from other construction activities

and identify protection measures Request help from the Project Environmental Team for all

sensitive sites identified in site EMPs


Appendix 4)GEMP 6SEPA best practice

guidancedocuments(Appendix 19)

Risk of flooding ofsurroundinghabitats

Plan works to maintain hydrology beneath constructionareas or include ditches in design

Design all works in accordance with best practice

Access TrackConstructionMethodology(ATCM) (see

Appendix 16)

Disturbance tocontaminatedmaterials

Follow all agreed mitigation for dealing with contamination

Inform the landowner/occupier

Section 1.5.4 inAppendix C of ES(included as

Appendix 4)


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Fire risk Establish emergency procedures for use in case of fire

Brief staff on fire risk from cigarettes etc in dry conditions inheath and other habitats

Train all site staff in use of fire beaters etc

No fires to be lit on site unless agreed with thelandowner/occupier, environmental manager andappropriate authorities in advance

5. Earthworks



Damage to habitatsadjacent to theworks

Avoid incursion into adjacent habitats outwith the siteboundary.

Design tracks to allow adequate width for all requiredvehicles to complete necessary earthworks and includesufficient width for vehicles to pass and to turn.

Appendix C ES(included as

Appendix 4)Special Area Plans(see Appendix 12)

Risk of damage tosoil structure

The majority of earthworks will be temporary and soil will bere-used in restoration works (unless contaminated).

GEMP 9

Risk ofundermining tree

roots adjacent tothe works

Consider potential for construction activities to affect treeroots in proximity to the works and either plan to avoid

impacts or ask Technical Specialists for advice on how tomitigate the impacts.

GEMP 9

Unnecessary lossof trees within thesite boundary

Mark all important trees to be retained within the LODs

Refer to specific detailed FWDPs and landscape plans.

Appendices 31 and10

Damage toarchaeologicalresources

Follow all agreed mitigation for dealing with knownarchaeology and archaeological finds.


Appendix 4)GEMP 19

Noise disturbance Implement all general best practice and other agreed noisemitigation measures.


Appendix 4)Community LiaisonPlan (Appendix 22)Noise ManagementPlan (Appendix 26)

Dust at nearbyproperties and onhabitats

Implement all agreed dust control mitigation measures andimplement best practice.


Appendix 4)GEMP 13

Land contamination Follow all agreed mitigation for dealing with contamination. Section 1.5.4 in


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Appendix C of ES(included as

Appendix 4)

Pollution ofwatercourses withsilt, fuel or oil

Plan works in accordance with best practice set out in bestpractice guidance documents and drawing on experiencefrom what has worked well on other sites.

Identify potential for risks from construction activities withpotential to create silt and identify protection measures.

Identify potential for risks from other construction activitiesand identify protection measures.

Request help from the project environmental manager(s)for all sensitive sites identified in EMPs.


Appendix 4)SEPA best practiceguidancedocuments (see

Appendix 19)

Disturbance ofcontaminatedmaterials

Follow all agreed mitigation for dealing with contamination. Section 1.5.4 inAppendix C of ES(included as

Appendix 4)

Risk of flooding ofsurroundinghabitats

Plan works to maintain hydrology beneath constructionareas or include ditches in design.

Design all works in accordance with best practice.

ATCM (Appendix16) and committedmitigation(Appendix 4)

Fire risk Establish emergency procedures for use in case of fire

Brief staff on fire risk from cigarettes etc in dry conditions inheath and other habitats.

Inadequate visualintegration of thesite works with thesurroundinglandscape

Earthworks designs to be informed by inputs from theLandscape Architect and advice contained in theLandscape Plans.

Earthwork cut and fill slopes to be rounded at the top andbottom of the slopes and vertical profile varied whereappropriate (as defined by the Landscape Architect).

All committedmitigation andconditions(included as

Appendix 4)Legal requirementsand sources of bestmanagementpractice (see


Unstable slopeswhich could lead tomaterial beingdeposited on

adjacent habitats orin nearbywatercourses

All earthworks to be planned in accordance with bestengineering practices.

Cut vegetation turfs from stripped areas of the site to beplaced on new earthworks in proximity to the location from

which they were removed. Consider use of seeding (discuss first with SNH) and /or

geotextiles where suitable turfs are not available.

Temporary stockpiles should be bunded to preventpotential silty run-off.

GEMP 9GEMP 7

Risks to propertiesor travellers fromfalling rocks, peatslippages or otherdebris

All on-site activities to be planned taking account of the riskof peat slippage.

Ongoing review of the success of design and mitigationmeasures in all areas of the site.

ATCM (Appendix16)GEMP 5

Appendix 28 (PeatSlide Risk

Assessment)


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6. Siting depots tower compounds and other storage areas



Loss of ordisturbance tofeatures ofecologicalimportance

Site locations to avoid features of ecological importance-avoid identified important habitat, mammal and bird areas.

SPPs (Appendix13)

Loss of ordisturbance tofeatures ofarchaeological

significance

Site location to avoid features of archaeologicalimportance.

GEMP 19

Causing nuisanceor damage tolandowner interests

Ensure any landowner requirements for locations andtiming of works are taken into account.

Committedmitigation AppendixC of ES (includedas Appendix 4)

Visual intrusion atnearby properties

Consider visual effects of infrastructure at residentialreceptors and site to take advantage of natural screeningwherever possible.

Community LiaisonScheme (Appendix22)

Noise at nearbyproperties

Consider whether noise could be an issue at chosen siteand if necessary use temporary screening (bunds; fencingetc).

Noise ManagementPlan (Appendix 26)Community LiaisonScheme (Appendix22)

Dust at nearbyproperties or onhabitats

Ensure any dry soils are dampened as necessary to reducedust.

Keep access roads clean.

GEMP 13Community LiaisonScheme (Appendix22)

Traffic congestionon access roads

Plan access when choosing sites and agree proposals withrelevant local authority

Avoid use of lay-bys on key tourist routes and at peaktourist times.

TrafficManagement Plans(Appendix 17)

Effects of run-offfrom hard standing

on local hydrologyand habitats

Plan works to maintain important hydrological patterns andensure run-off is successfully attenuated and treated prior

to discharge. Consider need for and design where necessary cut-off

ditches surrounding establishment areas and seek advicefrom SEPA on design and where water from the drainsshould discharge to.

GEMP 7Private Water

Supplies (Appendix29)EmergencyProcedures(Appendix 15)

Foul drainage In locations where there is no mains drainage use selfcontained chemical toilets and ensure no discharge to landor water.

EMPs (Section4.2)WasteManagement Plan(Appendix 20)


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7. Site Restoration



Damage to habitats Best practice to be followed in restoration of all sitesincluding that provided by SNH and the ForestryCommission

All restoration to take account of any identified importanthabitat and species

Opportunities to deliver local biodiversity enhancements tobe identified by the Ecological Clerk of Works andimplemented at suitable sites identified in the site plans

Natural regeneration of habitats to be promoted by design

measures

HSPPs (Appendix9)Best practiceguidance(Appendix 19)Guidance onRestoration(Appendix 8)

Damage toarchaeologicalresources

All restoration to take account of any identified importantarchaeological sites

Any required replanting and /or reseeding to be undertakenat appropriate times of the year and with the agreement oflandowners and the Landscape Architect.

GEMP 19

Visual intrusion/inadequate visualintegration of thesite works with thesurroundinglandscape

All restoration to take account of any landowneragreements

Restoration plans included in the Landscape Design Planfor generic habitat types and specific plans made forindividual sites to be followed where a requirement forspecific measures has been identified by the Landscape

Architect Restoration works to be designed to ensure successful

integration of the site with surrounding land uses andhabitats

The ground should be re-graded to fit with natural contours

Best practiceguidance(Appendix 19)Landscape DesignPlans (Appendix10)Guidance onRestoration(Appendix 8)

Erosion/loss of soilarisings

All removed soils and peat to be reused for restoration tobe stored carefully and replaced on site in accordance withrestoration programme.

GEMP 9

Drainage impacts All drainage to be made good Committedmitigation AppendixC of ES (includedas Appendix 4)

Severance/disturbance topublic accessroutes

Restoration plans in areas used for public access to takeaccount of access requirements and ensure that newplanting does not interfere with access and also deliversvisual benefits where possible

Landscape DesignPlans (Appendix10)


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TOWER ERECTION

Requirement Check Action

Identify appropriate siteplans for specific tower

Identify all environmentalconstraints to be taken intoaccount including anylandowner/occupiercommitments.

Check all required pre-construction surveys have beenundertaken.

Check whether a specialist

needs to be involved in settingout the site.

Check relevant site constraints plan toidentify all environmental constraints.

Check what specific requirements havebeen identified for the tower location.

Check whether the toweris located within thecatchment of an SAC

Ground conditions, vegetationand topography (particularly inthe areas between the towerand the watercourse) andidentify localised environmentalconditions and potentialsensitivities.

Check site location plan in Appendix 5to check whether in an SAC.

See specific tower constructionmitigation in SAC catchments includedin Appendix 12 and Section 10.

Plan site activities taking account ofthese specific mitigation measures andall relevant best practice guidanceincluding CIRIA C648 (see Appendix19).

Identify sites where

materials should be flownto site and identify howconcrete should bedelivered to the location

Necessary specific site

arrangements for theselocations such as lay down siteetc.

Check necessary pre-construction surveys completed.

Check the relevant plans in Appendix 5

which identify these sites.

Site visit Identify site access.

Liaise with SHETL/SPTwayleave staff for updatesregarding landowners /occupiers.

Contact landowner / occupier toagree access requirements.

Identify site sensitivities.

Identify closest properties. Identify whether any piling is

required.

Identify the preferred shape forthe construction area within theLOD taking account ofenvironmental constraints.

Identify whether any specifictemporary fencing or markingare required to protectenvironmental features or tosafeguard livestock.

Take advice from the environmentalmanager(s) and specialists asappropriate.

If piling is required assess potential fordisturbance and define necessarydetailed mitigation measures.

Identify appropriate shape for theworking area.


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Plan detailed workswithin the tower LOD to

avoid environmentalimpact wherever possibleand to meet allrequirements of thecontract including for soilstorage; buffer zones towatercourses; etc

Plan works within the LOD toreduce environmental impact

wherever practicable.

Use the advice from the environmentalmanager(s) and environmental

specialists in planning the detailedworks.

Detail mitigation measures for thespecific location.

Plan to deliver necessary fencing orcones to site with minimum number of

journeys.

Fence the work site Check the fencing is placed inthe work area location identifiedon site.

Comply with identified siterequirements.

Ensure all necessary liaisons withlandowner/land manager completed inadvance of work.

Fence site work area carefully and

reduce intrusion into adjacent habitatsto minimum necessary for the job.

Define pollutionmitigation measures

Consider what pollutionprevention measures arerequired.

Check relevant EMPs and ESinformation.

Consider risks and design furtherspecific measures if required.

Agree measures with SEPA.

Form excavations Consider type and quantity ofmaterials to be removed.

Consider whether there is anyknown risk of encounteringcontaminated land.

Store removed materials in accordancewith best practice.

Store topsoil and subsoil separatelywithin the work area.

Top soil bunds not to exceed 2m inheight.

If suspected contaminated land isencountered, seek advice fromenvironmental manager(s) orspecialists.

Remove any contaminated land inaccordance with best practice to alicensed facility as required.

Ensure vehicles do not track overstored soils.

Erect tower legs andconcrete foundations

Required mitigation measures toreduce risks from concretespillage to the environment.

Appropriate methods for

delivery of concrete to towerlocation.

Location for wash out ofconcrete delivery vehicle inagreement with landowner /occupier.

Undertake all works in accordance withbest practice and implement all agreedmitigation (see Appendices 4 and 19)

Ensure that all concrete wash out is

disposed of in accordance with thewaste management plan and legal andbest practice.

Replace materialsremoved fromexcavations in the sameorder that soil layerswere removed

Ensure materials dont spill outof the site working area whenremoving formwork.

Undertake all works in accordance withbest practice and implement all agreedmitigation (see Appendix 4 and GEMP9).


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Erect tower Identify how steel work shouldbe delivered to site.

Check site identified forlaydown.

Check whether the location issuitable for a crane to be used.

If not, arrange for use of anerection derrick and winch andarrange to be flown to site bythe most appropriate means.

Undertake work in accordance with allidentified and required mitigation and

best practice.

Conductor stringing Identify required equipment tobe taken to site.

Specify designated storageareas.

Check access routes for

vehicles to site and anyparticular site restrictions (eg insensitive locations).

Check appropriate riskassessments (includingenvironmental risks) have beencompleted before usinghelicopters.

Identify any obstacles (roads,railways and lower voltage lines)and sensitive features(watercourses, ecological,archaeological, hedgerows etc)and design protectivescaffolding in accordance with

the Contractors MethodStatement.

Ensure all necessaryconsultations/requireddiscussions have beencompleted.

Follow necessary procedures identifiedin the community liaison plan.

All affected landowners to becontacted in advance and notified ofproposed flying times and dates by

SHETL Wayleaves Officers. General notices to be placed in key

locations and activities advertised inlocal newspapers.

Comply with the Contractors MethodStatement for protection of obstaclesduring stringing.

Ensure that the site iskept tidy at all times andmanaged to reduce therisks of pollution (noise,water, dust etc) to theminimum necessary forsafe implementation ofthe works

Check that all requiredmitigation is being implemented.

Environmental manager(s) and all sitestaff to take a proactive approach tosite environmental management.

Regular checks of the location to bemade and all required mitigationimplemented.

Restore the site at theend of constructionremoving all protectivematting, plant,equipment, wastes andsurplus materials andreplacing peat and soilscarefully in the order inwhich they were removedand stored

Check that all requiredmitigation and any specifics ofthe restoration plan are beingimplemented.

Follow identified restoration plans fortower location which should includeany agreements with landowners.

Check whether any seeding required

In Drumochter SAC follow specificrequirements of restoration plan (see

Appendix 12).


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TOWER REMOVAL


Identify appropriateaccess to tower to beremoved

Whether an existing access canbe used.

Any requirement for extendingtrack.

Condition of ground canmatting be used or is stone orgeotextile required?

Whether the tower is in aEuropean site (SAC or SPA).

Use Site Specific Information Plans toidentify requirements.

Undertake site visit to check specificsite needs.

If work to be undertaken in Natura siteliaise with SNH and collate informationto screen for need for appropriateassessment.

De-stringing Identify any obstacles (roads,railways and lower voltage lines)and sensitive features(watercourses, ecological,archaeological, hedgerows etc)and design protectivescaffolding in accordance withthe Contractors MethodStatement.

All necessary surveys andlicensing requirements in place.

Identify requirements for specificlocations including all identified specialmeasures and implement (see

Appendix 12).

Check environmental sensitivitiesbefore starting works.

Check all areas where there is risk ofdisturbance to protected species.

Take advice from environmentalmanagement team to ensureenvironmental interests aresafeguarded.

Comply with the Contractors Method

Statement for protection of obstaclesduring stringing.

Dismantling towers Preferred location for felling.

Whether tower requires to befelled onto straw bales.

Whether tower requires to beunbolted and lowered to theground in sections using a craneor derrick.

Whether tower sections shouldbe placed in a skip or flown fromsite.

Identify requirements for specificlocation including all identified specialmeasures and implement.

Check all waste removed from site inaccordance with the wastemanagement plan.

Removal offoundations

Requirements for removal offoundations.

Any needs for dewateringactivities.

That waste management hasbeen planned.

Agree any pollution control measureswith SEPA.

Remove concrete foundations to 1mdepth in non NATURA sites.

Remove concrete foundations to300mm in NATURA sites.

Back fill excavations.

Remove surplus materials form site inaccordance with the wastemanagement plan.

Ensure that the site iskept tidy at all timesand managed toreduce the risks ofpollution (noise, water,dust etc) to the

Check that all requiredmitigation is being implemented.

Environmental staff and all site staff totake a proactive approach to siteenvironmental management.

Regular checks of the location to bemade and all required mitigation


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minimum necessary forsafe implementation of

the works

implemented.

Restore the tower siteand access to itremoving all protectivematting, plant,equipment, wastes andsurplus materials andreplacing peat andsoils carefully

Required mitigation and anyspecifics of the restoration plan.

Follow identified restoration plans fortower location.

Check whether any seeding required

In Drumochter SAC follow specificrequirements of restoration plan (seeSection 10 and Appendix 21).


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CONSTRUCTION OF PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY ACCESSES


Identify whether thetrack will be permanentor temporary or anupgrade of an existingtrack

If permanent that the necessarypermissions are in placeincluding any required planningpermissions

All required pre-constructionsurveys are completed

What specific mitigationmeasures are necessary

Where the LODs for the tracksare

Identify necessary measures for theindividual track check Site SpecificInformation Plans and relevantenvironmental management plans

Plan works to take account of thesemeasures

Use the access strategy to informdetailed design

Use spurs from existing trackswherever possible

Use appropriate guidance including theATCM (see Appendix 16) and that inthe Drumochter Hills SAC RestorationPlan (see Section 10 and Appendix 12)

Avoid construction ofnew tracks whereverpossible

Check ground conditions

Consider landownerrequirements

Where the LODs for the tracksare

Confirm track type- use accessstrategy

Use overlay or geotextile or geogrid inpreference to stone overlay wherepossible

Avoid new earthworks whereverpossible

Identify appropriatestone for overlay

Proposed materials will notcause unnecessary pollutionincluding silt

Confirm proposed stone for anylocation with the environmentalmanager

Detail the design forthe track

Agreed access routes

Appropriate design for thatlocation

Requirements for watercrossings

All CAR requirements in placebefore construction begins

Whether peat can be avoided

All necessary consultationscomplete

Any restrictions in terms of

timing of works (eg birdbreeding etc)

Any potential impacts to rightsof way

Consult SEPA on proposed drainagemeasures

Undertake necessary liaison withappropriate land owners/managers androads authorities

Use access track constraints protocol(See Appendix 16) to help design track

Design new tracks to agreed designprinciples as set out in the accessstrategy and in the ATCM and inaccordance with best practice

Ensure track is designed to reduce itsenvironmental impact

Design adequate drainage to ensurehydrology of the area is not affectedsignificantly

Plan works to reduce disturbance towildlife

Plan works to encourage stable slopesand reduce risks of slippages

Construction of thetrack

Appropriate vehicles to use forconstruction

Junctions with public roads haveapproved bellmouth detail

Comply with any timing restrictions forthe works

Remove vegetation carefully andtopsoil and subsoil layers and store inaccordance with best practice


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Use turfs on side slopes of tracks andditches to reduce instabilities and

safeguard the seedbank Apply for road construction consents

from relevant local authority asnecessary for new bellmouths onpublic roads

Impacts of track are nogreater than assessedin ES

Monitor effectiveness ofdrainage measures

Ensure culverts and ditches are notblocked

Monitor quality of run-off and redesigndrainage attenuation measures ifrequired


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GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 5:CONSTRUCTION OF SITE COMPOUNDS


Identify suitable sitesfor temporaryconstructioncompounds inproximity to the line

Environmental constraintsincluding closest properties

No site compounds areproposed in the vicinity ofSheriffmuir/Cocksburn/Dumyat

That no site compounds areplanned to be located withinsensitive ecological areas

including designated natureconservation sites (e.g. NaturaSites and SSSIs)

If proposed in IHAs, IBAs orIMAs as identified in the ES and

Addenda check whetherproposals could be significant interms of the interest of the area

That site compounds andstorage areas are kept to theminimum necessary for safeimplementation of the works,especially in sensitive locationssuch as Ruttle Woods

Identify suitable sites for constructioncompounds using the information inthe geodatabase

Liaise with SEPA

Do not pursue any location wheresignificant adverse environmentaleffects could result or where noise etccould be a nuisance

Check final conditions before choosinglocations (see Appendix 3)

Agree proposed sites

with SHETL

Need for any specific planning

permissions

Agree locations with relevant

landowners/occupiers Liaise with relevant local authority

Obtain all necessary permissions

Consider access tochosen site

Whether this is possible from aconsented access track or froman alternative existing track

Liaise with relevantlandowners/occupiers

Liaise with relevant local authority

Obtain all necessary permissions forany required additional track

Design compound Consider required earthworks

Consider whatsurfacing/bunding etc isrequired

What drainage is required andhow run off will be managed and

discharged Consider safety requirements

including fencing and entranceand exits

How materials can best bestored to avoid risk to theenvironment

How buildings and plant can besited to avoid unnecessaryvisual intrusion

Whether the works proposedcould add to flood risk

Ensure environmental manager(s) isinvolved in planning the site

Liaise with necessary consultees whichcould include the relevant localauthority, SEPA and SNH

Plan works carefully including

necessary cut off ditches, surfacing,entrance and exit, fencing, siting ofbuildings, storage areas and plant etc

Establish compound All site specific mitigationmeasures are identified for

Take photographs prior to workbeginning to inform restoration plan


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implementation Identify and implement all requiredspecific mitigation measures

Inform landowner/occupier when workis to begin

Store soils and seed bed carefully andre-use in landscaping compound

Agree and implement asite wastemanagement plan andoil and fuel storageplan

How wastes can best bestreamed and managed on site

Check how oils and fuels can bebest stored safely on site

Plan site to allow efficient and safemanagement of all wastes, oils andfuels

Liaise with SEPA

Careful siting of otherpotentially pollutingmaterials such ascement

Is a batching plant planned forthe site

Where a concrete wash outarea could be safely established

Liaise with SEPA and agree locationswith landowners/occupiers

Where there is no

mains drainage selfcontained chemicaltoilets will be requiredwith no discharge toland or watercourses

Check available services and

utilities

Consult necessary bodies and plan

works to meet all legal requirements

Maintain the site in atidy condition

All site aware of requirement Establish routine practices to ensuresite is tidy and all potential pollutantsare carefully managed in accordancewith legal and best practice

Restore site at end ofconstruction

All materials removed from site Ensure any polluted materials (egcement wash out areas) are removedand disposed of at a suitably licensedfacility

Ensure all buildings, fencing etc areremoved and not buried on site

Re-use all stored soils in restoration

Ensure site is restored tolandowner/occupier and SHETLsatisfaction


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GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 6:PEAT MANAGEMENT

Significant parts of the route include peat habitat and construction of access tracks and towers willnot be able to avoid all areas of peat. Guidance in this plan should be followed in areas of peat thatcannot be avoided.


Avoid areas of peatwherever possible

Ensure in avoiding peat otherenvironmental constraints arenot encountered

Check relevant site constraints plans toidentify areas of peat

Check findings of Peat Slide RiskAssessment (see Appendix 28)

Maintain localhydrological conditionsnecessary for peatformation,maintenance andregeneration

Sensitivities of adjacent habitatsand need to maintainhydrological pathways intact

The type of peatland which willbe affected and its particularhydrological regime (raised bogmaintained predominantly byrain fall; blanket bog by rainfalland lateral groundwater flowetc)

Check for variations in peatcharacter along track lines

Choose track type and detailed towerlocation to suit local peat conditions(depth and type) see Access TrackConstruction Methodology (ATCM) in

Appendix 16

Use relevant guidance in theDrumochter Hills SAC Restoration Plan(see Section 10 and Appendix 12)

Define detailed mitigation to maintainpeatland hydrology

Consider how site will be restored oncompletion at early stage (see Section6)

Request help from project teamecological/hydrological experts asrequired

Choose appropriate reinforcementtechniques for tracks to suit localconditions

Define a water management strategyfor all areas where peat is replaced onrestoration following completion ofconstruction works (see Section 3.3 ofthe ATCM, Appendix 16)

Ensure large loads(embankments,reinforcement stone,heavy vehicles andmaterials etc) do notcompress peat andcreate a barrier towater movement whichcould cause pooling atone side and drying outat the other or causepeat to slump bydisplacement

Check vulnerability of habitatson either side of track/tower siteto changes in water content ofpeat

Check environmentalconstraints to ensure that bydesigning track to spread loadother impacts do not result

Determine load bearing capacity ofarea (e.g. assess the CaliforniaBearing Ratio (CBR))

Design track to avoid interruption ofadequate water flow to maintainhabitats

Design track/site to spread load overas wide an area as possible in landmade available

Consider the potential for peat slumpand design to control risk

Consider implications of the impact ofthe design for restoration (see

Appendix 16)

Refer to requirements in DrumochterHills SAC SSAP in Appendix 12 andConsent Condition 31.


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Avoid breaking throughtop layers of peat into

softer peat belowunless local landformand peat characterrequires earthworks forsafety and stabilityreasons

Check shear strength of peat

When planning works allow time

for slow loading of peat toreduce likelihood of shear failure

Use floating tracks on peat

Design floating tracks in accordance

with Section 3.5.2 of the ATCM,Appendix 16

Minimise cut and fill where locallandform and peat character allow

Use simple in-situ field tests to giveindication of shear strengths (e.g.shear vane testing or using a conepenetrometer)

Control loading phases to allowgradual compression and consolidationof peat and avoid shear overstress (notmore than 150mm depth of stone laidper day)

Allow for large initial settlement in short

settlement period (site staff to let roadsettle initially and build up low spots)

Use light weight fill or geosyntheticmaterials on tracks to reduceoverloading of peat and reduce risk ofshear failure

Monitor settlement effects on-sitebefore construction traffic uses tracksand prepared areas

Consider using steeper gradients (iffeasible) on small sections to reduceneed for earthworks

Consider stabilityissues

Check gradients in field Avoid steep slopes

Avoid saturated peatland areas wherepossible

If unavoidable use reinforcementtechniques (if site specific groundinvestigations suggest these areacceptable) in discussion andagreement with the environmentalmanager(s)

Carefully design allaccess tracks includingdrainage

Check whether track will bepermanent or temporary

Check vehicle types which willuse the track in any location

Consider drainage requirementsof track and also of channelsthrough peat at early stage

Source fill locally where possible

to reduce transportation needsand to ensure stone similar tothat on site

Check any constraints in fill type(see site specific plans)

Define line of track to avoidareas with steep gradients

Check depths of peat in anyarea and where variable usegeosynthetics as separation andfiltration layer or as areinforcement layer between fillmaterials and the top of thepeatland vegetation (to help

Refer to best practice guidance forpermanent and temporary tracks (see

ATCM)

Design track to meet vehiclerequirements (maximum gradient,turning circles etc and therefore route)

Ensure maximum gradient is 8-10% (1in 12 to 1 in 10)

Short lengths of track (less than 200m)may be graded to 12.5% (1 in 8)provided average gradient of trackdoes not exceed 1 in 10

Ensure minimum gradient is not lessthan 2.5% (1 in 40) to permit efficientdrainage of surface

Design camber and associated ditchesto meet best practice (see Section3.6.3 of ATCM, Appendix 16)

Design track camber to aid effectivedrainage (between 4.5% (1 in 22) to8% (1 in 12.5)

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retain structural integrity) 4.5% to 8% towards the uphill side of the track

Design tracks to avoid use oftemporary retaining structures such asgabion baskets (ie seek not to usefloating tracks across sloping groundwhere retention would be required tosupport the downslope side)

Use cross drains to intercept runoff inareas with long straight gradients

All side slopes to be cut at 33% (1 in3). In steeper sensitive areas asteeper batter should be constructed ifpossible to reduce landtake

Design tracks to practical minimumrunning width to reduce scarring and

area requiring reinstatement Design track with adequate passing

places to avoid unnecessary intrusioninto or disturbance of adjacent habitats(see Section 3.4.6 of ATCM, Appendix16). In sensitive areas install theminimum number of passing placesthat are reasonable for health andsafety requirements, to minimiseimpacts. Wherever possible passingplaces should be located to minimiseenvironmental impacts (visual,ecological and archaeological etc)

Design floating tracks to ensure thatdrainage through or under the track will

be maintained to prevent the trackacting as a dam

Use geosynthetics to better spread theload from granular fill

Minimise cut and fill

Use locally sourced fill where possible

Choose fill type to suit gradient(smoother, rounder materials on lowergradients and angular material such ascrushed rock on steeper surfaces toprovide better grip-see Section 3.4.2 of

ATCM, Appendix 16)

Discuss works with landowner/occupier

Store strippedmaterials carefully

Seek advice from EcologicalClerk of Works

Follow guidance in EMP Agree storage areas with

landowner/occupier

Restore borrow areassympathetically

Seek advice from TechnicalSpecialists

Risk for pollution form anybackfilling activities

Liaise with SEPA

Plan works to avoid pollution

Use of floating trackson peat

Define peat level Use ATCM to define appropriateaccess track

Design tracks on deeppeat to avoid bulging

Define peat areas Use ATCM to define appropriateaccess track

Try and avoid areas of deep peat(>1m)

Choose appropriate Consider potential for material Use geosynthetics of sufficient strength


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geosynthetic materialsfor tracks and for use

at tower sites

to rip, puncture or burst underlocal stress concentrations

caused by irregularities in the fill

(non woven geotextiles orgeomembranes will be better suited to

track construction on soft ground thangeotextiles)

Use geosyntheticsappropriately

Define fill thickness requiredusing guidance for CBR [seeTable 3.3 of ATCM]

Place geosynthetics in accordancewith ATCM (Appendix 16)

Consider appropriaterestoration techniquesfor peat habitats

Check restoration considered atearly stage to guide design

Define probable restoration techniquesfor each site before constructionbegins

All drains which are no longer requiredas tracks are removed should beblocked off

Consider using local plant materialsuch as mulched heather in peatlandrestoration to reduce loss of water by

evaporation. Do not use straw whichcould introduce alien seed

Seek advice from the TechnicalSpecialists as required

Restore disturbed areas to matchadjacent vegetation

Use natural restoration techniquesusing stripped soils and naturalregeneration from replaced seed bankunless advised otherwise by theSHETL Environmental ManagementTeam

Monitor success of restoration


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GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 7:WATERCOURSE CROSSINGS

Introduction

Watercourse crossings (bridges and culverts) will be required in many locations of the site.Construction of these structures presents potential risks to the environment. These include:

interference with fish migration and spawning, mammal movement, rare plants and theirhabitats and with riparian and linear wildlife corridors,

loss of aquatic and riparian habitat,

alteration of the flow regime,

harmful discharges during construction and operation, and

interference with angling or obstruction of anglers movement along a channel.

These impacts can be minimised by applying sound design principles to the structures and byfollowing best working practices during their construction. The SEPA Good Practice Guide (No 24)Construction of River Crossings, PPG5 Works in, near or liable to affect Watercourses and CIRIAC648 Control of Water Pollution from Linear Construction Projects Technical Guidance should bereferred to, and adhered with, in planning works.

All watercourse crossings will require some level of authorisation under the Controlled ActivitiesRegulations (CAR) 2005 and conditions associated with each authorisation should be strictlyfollowed.

A Watercourse Crossing Sheet has been collated for each watercourse crossing which providesspecific ecological, geomorphological and construction detail including the relevant CARauthorisations which are required (see Appendix 27).

Management Plan

General

Plan all works in accordance with best practice.

Consult SEPA on proposals.

Seek to avoid watercourse engineering works wherever possible.

Where this is not possible seek to use existing crossings, upgrading as required.

Only build new crossings where there is no other feasible alternative (see ATCM in Appendix 16).

Ensure all necessary authorisations under the Controlled Activities Regulations (CAR) are in place.

Comply with all CAR authorisation conditions and relevant General Binding Rules (eg. GBR 6).

Ask the environmental manager(s) for advice in planning water crossings and adhere to approvedplans/ crossing locations.

Ensure all required pre-construction surveys have been completed before starting works.

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Temporary watercourse crossings

These should:

Not impede fish passage through the system. Have access constructed of suitable material and in a manner that will not give rise to rutting, ponding

and silt run-off.

Have silt laden run-off directed to silt lagoons.

Increase silt control measures with increasing gradient.

Carefully store any disturbed materials.

Fording of watercourses

Should be avoided if at all possible.

Should only be considered to gain access to the opposite bank, where no alternative option existsand under approval of SEPA.

If required, access should be restricted to one crossing point.

Where feasible, traffic movements should be limited.

In-stream and bank-side preparation and rehabilitation will be required.

In-stream works

Should be kept to an absolute minimum.

Planned in accordance with SEPA best practice and agreed with SEPA.

All construction machinery operating in-stream should be mechanically sound to avoid leaks of oils,hydraulic fluid. Where practicable plant for in stream works should contained with bio-fuel andbiodegradable hydraulic oils.

Machinery should be steam cleaned and checked prior to commencement of in-stream works.

All in-stream works must be carried out in accordance with an approved method statement.

Check if there are any timing restrictions to works because of protected species (eg spawning

salmonids, otter, water vole etc) or landowner commitments.

Permanent diversions of watercourses should be avoided wherever possible and only undertakenafter written agreement and with SEPA and appropriate consenting in place.

If required, they should be designed to replicate the existing natural watercourse including meanders,riparian vegetation and other features where appropriate following best practice.

Where stock has access to the works fencing may be necessary in order to allow the regeneration ofnative riparian and aquatic marginal vegetation.


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GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 8:WORKING IN OR NEAR WATERCOURSES

Introduction

Construction activities in or near water have the potential to cause serious pollution or impact onthe bed and banks of a watercourse and on the quality and quantity of the water. Most pollutionincidents are avoidable. With careful planning the risk of aite work causing pollution can bereduced. Many measures needed to prevent pollution cost very little, especially if they are includedat the planning stage of any activity.

Major causes of environmental harm associated with working in or near watercourses include: silt e.g. disturbance of river bed or bank, dewatering and pumping of excavations, run-off

from exposed ground, plant washing, roads and river crossings.

cement and concrete which is very alkaline and corrosive and can cause serious pollution

chemicals and solvents oil storage, refuelling, vehicle and plant washing, trade materialsetc.

bridge cleaning debris e.g.dust, debris & wastewater.

herbicides e.g. aerial application.

waste materials (including special waste) e.g. oily wastes, spent acids and solvents.

Good practice includes:

Ensuring comprehensive risk assessments have been undertaken and subsequent riskmanagement plans are implemented.

Use of decking/barges below the works (acting as a bund in case of spillage).

Use of primary and secondary booms to contain pollutants in the event of substancesentering the water.

Erecting dust screens on bridges if any major works are required.

Relevant Legislation

Most activities with the potential for affecting watercourses or groundwater will require anauthorisation under the Water Environment (Controlled Activities) (Scotland) Regulations 2005(CAR) Any abstractions of water over 50m

3per day used for construction will require authorisation

from SEPA.

Management Plan

General

Identify all activities that will be undertaken in or near watercourses.

Communicate risks associated with working in or near watercourses to all personnel.

Identify all activities that will require an authorisation under CAR and ensure authorisations areobtained. Comply with all conditions or General Binding Rules.

Undertake necessary risk assessments in advance of activities.

Obtain all necessary authorisations.

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Monitor the success of all measures and re-design if necessary.

Give staff regular tool box talks about the risks of working near water and the potential to causepollution.

Undertake regular checks on site to ensure that pollution prevention measures are in place and aresuccessful.

Be vigilant about any works with cement near water.

Store cement and other pollutants in a secure location.

Ensure plant and vehicles are not washed within 30m of a watercourse or waterbody.

Ensure that oil and fuels are used and stored in accordance with best practice (see GEMP No 12).

Pre-Works Checks


No fording ofwatercourses andother waterbodies byvehicles and plantpermitted unlessagreed in advance andpermitted by SEPA

For any location where fordingcould be required

Check whether this could beavoided

Discuss any requirement for fordingwith SEPA and obtain all necessarylicences

Any field drainsaffected byconstruction works tobe reinstated

Locations of field drains whichcould be at risk

Contingency plan in place if fielddrain broken and could lead torun-off entering the burn

Liaise with landowners/occupiers

Map locations of drains

Ensure site staff know what to do incase of emergency and can implementcontingency plan to prevent pollution

Reinstate any drains disturbed by theworks to the satisfaction of SHETL andaffected parties

Works to culverts andbridges overwatercourses to bediscussed and agreedwith SEPA and allnecessary CARlicences obtained

What works to culverts andbridges over water courses arerequired

Identify what works to culverts andbridges over watercourses are required

Identify if additional passage of streamflows is necessary for works to beundertaken

Identify locations of underdrains orsubdrains on any cut slopes to controlflows

Refer to SEPAs Culvert DesignGuidance in designing works

Design works in accordance withrelevant guidance including ScottishGovernment draft guidance (see

Appendix 19)

Compile a method statement and workplan for each separate operation to aculvert or bridge

Agree each operation with SEPA andseek necessary licences

Plan works in or near awater body (any landfeature that holdswater: e.g. loch, pond,river, burn etc.)carefully includingmeasures to protectionagainst pollution, silting

What works in or near a waterbody are required

Identify all required works in or near awater body

Plan timing of construction worksduring minimal runoff periods tominimise erosion

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and erosion inaccordance with

recognised bestpractice

Refer to SEPA Pollution PreventionGuidelines: General Guide to the

Prevention of Water Pollution (PPG 1),Above Ground Oil Storage Tanks(PPG2); Works in, near or liable toaffect watercourses (PPG 5) andMaintenance of Structures Over Water(PPG23) in identifying protectionmeasures

Compile a method statement/work planfor each separate operation to beundertaken in or near a water course

Discuss and agree all works withSEPA

Seek necessary CAR licences

Take care when undertaking

dewatering form excavations-use thepump appropriately to reduce the riskof silt

Take care to avoid unnecessarydamage to the banks of watercourses

Preferably silt fence work area toprevent unnecessary passage overadjacent areas

Restore any areas which are disturbedwith advice form the site environmentalmanager(s) see below

Identify all waterbodieslikely to be affected bythe final design of theworks and discuss

pollution and siltationprevention measures,strategy andemergency proceduresfor all constructionstages

All areas of the works whereprotection measures could berequired

Plan all drainage measures carefullyincluding the run-off from constructionsites, borrow pits, spoil heaps, accesstracks and water crossing places

Discuss and agree protectionmeasures with SEPA

Implement and monitor the success ofall measures-adapt if required inagreement with SEPA

Utilise water bars and other erosioncontrol structures so as to disperseconcentrated flows and filter outsuspended sediments in settling basinprior to entry to stream course

Plan reinstatementworks followingcompletion ofconstruction

All areas of works shall bereturned to graded andprotected state as required

Identify and design reinstatement ofbanks either re-vegetating or utilisingmechanical means such as wattles,mats or blankets.

Further information is available in:

GEMP 8 Private Water SuppliesGEMP 12 Oil Storage and RefuellingSEPA Pollution Prevention Guidelines: PPG5 Works and maintenance in or near waterDETR (2000) Environmental handbook for building and civil engineering projectsCIRIA (2005) Environmental Good Practice site guide


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PRIVATE WATER SUPPLIES

Introduction

The construction and use of access tracks together with the installation of transmission towerscould disturb drainage patterns (horizontally or vertically) and/or the quality of water that wouldotherwise sustain a private water supply. Where development does take place in the near vicinityof private water supplies it is essential to have contingency plans in place in the event of anemergency such as an accidental spill of fuel or a wash out of sediment and/or cement residuesfrom construction works in the area from where the supply is drawn.

Management Plan

For each private water supply identified as being at significant risk:

Planning

At the earliest stage consult the environmental manager(s) about monitoring and communicating theimplementation of mitigation measures to protect private water supplies.

Comply with the specific requirements of the each private water supply plan (see Appendix 29).

Advise the relevant Planning Authority in accordance with Planning Condition 61.

Undertake tap water quality testing of the private supply where required in question before anypossible activity takes place that could affect the water supply, to establish a baseline of current waterquality to act as a benchmark (at least two occasions).

Make sure that ongoing sampling and analysis is carried out before, during and after any issues thatmay arise during the construction works, and compare with the established baseline measurements.

Prepare a contingency plan to deliver an alternative water supply (on a temporary or permanentbasis) within 24 hours of an unforeseen problem with the existing supply being reported.

Liaise in advance with the private water supply users regarding details of the proposed works, thecontingency measures put in place to protect the supply and any diversion works that may be neededin relation to the distribution main.

Operations

Fence off the private water supply intake (to avoid accidental damage and to deter animals).

Survey and peg out the route of the distribution main in the vicinity of the overhead line works andavoid/minimise activity within this area.

Put in place measures to protect the distribution main where it crosses beneath an access track(having discussed these in advance during the planning stages). This might include:

o setting the existing pipework within mass concrete;

o upgrading the existing pipework.

Ensure there are adequate pollution control and emergency response measures in place to deal withany accidents that could affect a water supply (e.g. spill response, leak or discharge of oily waste,sediment control etc).

Undertake regular health and safety briefings to construction staff. Include information on:

o presence and importance of water supply intake and distribution main nearby;

o need to protect these from accidental damage;

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What to do if Unknown Water Supplies are identified

It is possible that private water supplies may be found which have not as yet been identified.

If this happens stop work in that location and inform the site manager and the SHETL Environmental

Management Team who will try to identify the owner of the supply.

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GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 10:SOIL REMOVAL AND STORAGE

Introduction

Soil is a precious resource, supporting diverse ecological systems and providing the growingmedium for crops and timber. It also absorbs rainfall, delaying its movement into watercourses,and filters or transforms chemicals that pass through it, preventing them from ending up in water orair. Any damage to soil quality affects the long-term functioning of the soils and has an impact notonly on ecological diversity and the performance and visual quality of the vegetated areas but canhave impacts off-site such as on flooding, aquifer recharge and water quality. It is thereforeessential that impacts to the resource are reduced to the minimum necessary for the works and that

all work is undertaken in accordance with best practice.

Management Plan

Soil Storage

Plan soil stripping carefully in advance.

Check all necessary pre-construction surveys have been completed.

Follow all identified mitigation requirements for the location to be stripped.

Check whether the Archaeological Clerk of Works should be on site during the soil stripping.

Topsoils should be stripped and stored within identified areas within the site for re-use. Storage

bunds should be at least 30m for the nearest watercourse or 50m in SACs / SSSIs. If space does not allow storage and the surplus is to be stored elsewhere on the site consult the

Technical Specialists in advance on whether this is permitted and discuss with landowner/occupier.

Keep records of where all removed soils are stored including the different layers.

Separate bunds must be created for the different layers and topsoil must not be mixed with subsoillayers.

Soil storage bunds should be located away from watercourses and in drier areas and protected fromrun-off from adjacent areas. If the storage area is wet it will need to de drained in consultation with theTechnical Specialists.

Storage bunds should be located to prevent damage from other site operations and traffic.

Top soil bunds should be covered in periods of heavy rain to avoid soil being washed away andpolluting watercourses etc.

Construction traffic must not track over stored soils.

If any soil is contaminated it should be disposed of in accordance with the Waste Management Plan.

Bunds should be formed by raising the soil mound to maximum height (preferably no more than 1.5metres and maximum of 2 metres) progressively along its axis and shaping it as it is being built toshed water (side slopes of either 1:1 on inside slopes or 1:3 on the outer).

Where necessary mounds should be protected from run-off/ponding by a cut-off ditch which is linkedto appropriate water discharge facilities or by using a bund to attenuate run-off such as straw bales.

Measures may be required to protect the face of the soil layer from ponding of water and maintain thebasal layer in a condition capable of supporting the earth scrapers (eg covering the surface with turfsor using geotextiles in the design of the bund).

In periods of dry weather check the need for bowsing to reduce dust and potential nuisance.

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UNEXPECTED CONTAMINATED LAND

Introduction

Studies to date have identified a few areas on the site where contaminated land may beencountered. Prior to construction works, an assessment must be made by the contractor as to thepotential for contamination, based on the site-specific information. Where such investigationsidentify contaminated land, strategies for mitigation or remediation must be developed and agreedwith the regulatory authorities (the relevant local authority) and these will be implemented prior toconstruction operations in these locations. Any special construction management procedures forworking in these zones of identified contamination must be included in all relevant method

statements. In addition contamination may be encountered in areas where it has not beenexpected and site staff need to be on the look out for such areas too to ensure that risks to theenvironment are controlled.

Management Plan

Planning the Works:

Plan works taking account of recognised best practice and all relevant waste regulations.

Be on the look out:

Signs of contamination during boring, excavating, digging and similar operations.

[These could include discoloured soil, unexpected odours, a fibrous texture to the soils (e.g. asbestos),presence of foreign objects (e.g. chemical/oil containers/waste), evidence of previous soil workings,underground structures or waste pits, evidence of made ground, old drain runs and contamination withinbuildings].

If contamination is suspected:

Stop work immediately.

Report the discovery to the Site Manager who must seek expert advice.

Contact the Technical Specialists for immediate advice on testing and mitigation.

Seal off the area to contain spread of contaminants.

Clear site to ensure there is nothing that could cause fire or explosion.

Contact the local authority once it is confirmed that contamination has been found2

Any unexpected contaminated land that has been disturbed by construction activities may need to bedealt with as waste (following results and characterisation from chemical analysis) and disposed of toa suitably licensed site in line with all relevant waste management regulations.

Ensure that the suspected contamination is tested and characterised and agree changes to theexisting site proposals and method statements.

Inform landowner/occupier.


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Avoid causing or spreading contamination:

Do not stockpile contaminated soil unless it cannot be avoided. If it is necessary stockpile only on animpervious base (eg hardstanding or plastic sheeting) to prevent contamination of the underlying

area.

Cover the stockpile with plastic sheeting to prevent infiltration of precipitation and spread of solublecontaminants and to prevent potentially contaminated wind-blown dust.

Control surface drainage from stockpiled area. Remember water draining from a stockpile may becontaminated and require controlled off-site disposal.

Be careful when handling, storing and using oils and chemicals. See Appendix 19 for best practiceguidelines which contain further specific advice.


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GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 12:OIL STORAGE AND REFUELLING

Introduction

Petrol, diesel and oils inappropriately used, stored or disposed of can give rise to pollution of theenvironment. Oil is the most common pollutant in the UK. Oil and fuel can be released into theenvironment through:

spillages during delivery or use;

spillages during refuelling operations;

spillages from hose bursts;

excessive use of release oil on shuttering;

inadequate storage facilities;

spillages during attempted theft or vandalism; and

waste materials being poured directly to drains or gullies, or being burned.

Petrol, diesel and oil are all highly harmful to plant, animals and humans. If pollution is caused,prosecution may follow. The cost of clean up and legal proceedings following a spillage/pollutionincident may far exceed the cost of putting proper control measures in place.

Relevant Legislation

The Water Environment (Oil Storage) (Scotland) Regulations 2006 apply to any kind of oil includingpetrol, diesel, mineral oil, heating oil, lubricating oil, waste oil, vegetable and plant oil (except uncutbitumen) stored above ground at premises such as construction sites. The relevant provisions ofWaste Management Licensing Regulations 1994 also apply to handling and storage of waste oil(see also Appendix 12).

Management Plan

General

On-site storage of oil and fuels should be avoided if possible.

Where on-site storage of oil and fuels is required, the volumes to be stored should be minimised asfar as practical.

Potential oil and fuel storage areas should be identified and screened for the following before

selection:o Suitability of ground conditions e.g. can the area be protected against flood

damage/inundation/subsidence;

o Proximity to sensitive environmental receptors such as water courses/surface waterdrainage system;

o Ease of access to proposed storage area for oil deliveries/refuelling; and

o Ability to secure proposed oil storage areas (to prevent theft/vandalism)

Storage areas should:

o Be identified on site plans;

o Have an impermeable base in areas of groundwater risk (to be agreed with SEPA).

o Have control measures are in place and/or spill kits are located to be easily accessible; and

o Be secured against damage, theft and vandalism.


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o Be at least 100m from watercourses and waterbodies.

Storage containers should:

o Comply with the requirements of the Water Environment (Oil Storage) (Scotland)

Regulations 2006.

o Comply with the Pollution Prevention Guidelines (PPG) 2 above ground oil storage tanks(see checklist).

o Be of appropriate type and capacity for the contents (no 45 gallon drums to be allowed onsite).

o Be appropriately labelled.

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