VicRoads

SECTION 177 - ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (Major)

This section specifies the minimum environmental management obligations relating to the
work to be constructed under this Contract. Additional contract specific requirements may be
included in Section 100.

PART A - ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

PART B - WATER QUALITY
PART C - AIR QUALITY
PART D - EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL
PART E - CONTAMINATED SOILS AND MATERIALS
PART F - WASTE AND RESOURCE USE
PART G - FUELS AND CHEMICALS
PART H - NOISE AND VIBRATION
PART I - FLORA AND FAUNA
PART J - CULTURAL HERITAGE
PART K - REPORTING
PART L - AUDITS
PART M - REFERENCES

PART A - ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

177.A1 INTRODUCTION

Works under the Contract shall be undertaken so that impacts on the environment are
avoided or minimised. The Contractor shall ensure that the environmental objectives and
measures outlined in the relevant State and Federal legislation are complied with.

The Contractor shall prepare a project specific Environmental Management Plan for the
management of activities that impact on the environment in accordance with this
specification.

##(strikethrough the following paragraph where the project is not identified as containing
high environmental risk – seek advice from Operation Services):Work under the Contract
includes activities which VicRoads has assessed as having potentially high environmental risk.
The Contractor shall ensure a strong focus on environmental management is maintained
whilst executing the work under the Contract, including the provision of staff with appropriate
environmental skills and experience to manage these risks.

177.A2 DEFINITIONS

Ancillary Works Area – an area outside the defined Limit of Works where activities are
undertaken that support the Contractor in the delivery of the project. This may include the
establishment of site compounds, borrow areas, temporary sedimentation basins, and
temporary works.

Contaminated Material – the presence of any chemical substance or waste that exists
above the natural background level of the land or water and represents, or potentially
represents an adverse health or environmental impact.

Cultural Heritage – Aboriginal heritage as defined in Section 4 of the Aboriginal Heritage

Act 2006 (Vic) and cultural heritage and archaeological relic as defined in Section 3 of the
Heritage Act 1995 (Vic), including Aboriginal artefacts, scarred trees, burial sites, and historic
bridges and buildings.

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Cultural Heritage Advisor – a person who is appropriately qualified in a discipline directly

related to the management of cultural heritage, such as anthropology, archaeology or history;
or has extensive experience or knowledge in relation to the management of cultural heritage.

Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP) – an overview of the heritage values of the
project area and an outline of management processes and initiatives to be implemented to
avoid or minimise impacts on those values during the course of the project.

Environmental Management Plan (EMP) – contractor’s document that provides an

overview of the environmental management processes to be utilised for work under the
Contract, including procedures to protect the beneficial uses of the environment and details
proposals/actions to be undertaken and controls to be implemented for the management of
individual stages of work (defined by work activity and/or location) that impact on the
environment.

Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) – a plan prepared for approval of EPA to address
the use of non-potable water and/or contaminated materials. The plan identifies potential risks
to human and animal health, the environment and surrounding land use areas and details
management options to mitigate the risks.

Environmental Incident – an event which results in or has the potential to result in the
environmental requirements in this Contract being breached and occurs at any location where
works under the Contract are performed.

Noise Sensitive Receptors – uses that may be affected by construction noise. During
daytime hours this may include aged care homes, hospitals, schools, kindergartens, libraries
and other noise sensitive community buildings.

Rain Event – when rainfall results in an off-site discharge, and/or when on-site construction
activities are ceased due to rain, and/or rainfall occurs that requires monitoring as defined in
the Rainfall Intensity Chart attached as Attachment A to this Section 177.

Tree Protection Zone - in accordance with AS 4970-2009 the Tree Protection Zone is the
area enclosed by a radial distance from the centre of the trunk that is 12 times trunk diameter
to a maximum of 15 metres. The trunk diameter is measured at 1.4 metres above ground.

Waterway – includes waterways as defined in the Water Act 1989 and any natural collection
of water (other than water collected and contained in a private dam or a natural depression on
private land) whether or not the flow is continuous, as well as tidal and coastal water and
groundwater.

177.A3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLANS

The Contractor shall be responsible for the preparation, implementation and other
arrangements associated with the Environmental Management Plan (EMP). The EMP shall
include, as a minimum:

(a) a statement of scope and purpose and the environmental objectives;

(b) a schedule of environmental elements that are expected to be affected by the works
under the Contract including an outline of proposed mitigation treatments and proposed
timeframes;

(c) the identification of work activities and an assessment of their potential impacts and
associated risks to on-site and off-site environmental receptors (e.g. community, land
uses, waterways, flora and fauna, cultural heritage, etc.) including times when the
Contractor is not on site, including but not limited to matters covered in this specification;

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(d) processes and responsibilities for -

• preparation and implementation of the EMP,
• reporting and investigation of environmental incidents or complaints relating to any
environmental issue under the Contract,
• implementing an adaptive approach for the review and update of the EMP in
conjunction with the assessment of the adequacy of the on-site implementation of
controls and procedures as works progress and/or following non-conformances,
complaints, or previously unidentified issues, and
• after hours response including arrangements for containing environmental damage and
attendance on site in the event of an emergency;
(e) legal and other requirements - details of approvals, licences and permits necessary and
their associated conditions to meet statutory requirements;
(f) competence, training and awareness - an induction and training plan to ensure that all
site personnel (including subcontractors) understand the EMP and are aware how the EMP
is to be implemented in relation to the works, including any possible emergency response
procedures;
(g) operational control – the EMP shall document environmental procedures to manage all
identified environmental elements to avoid or mitigate impacts. The procedures shall
address the environmental protection requirements, including the requirements, where
relevant, in Section 177 Parts B to H and any specific environmental requirements in
Section 100. These procedures shall include inspection and monitoring;
(h) scaled drawing(s) that clearly show the location and extent of environmental controls,
modifications to existing control devices and monitoring locations;
(i) emergency preparedness and response - an emergency response procedure shall include
processes for managing any environmental emergency on site, such as contacting
relevant stakeholders and clean-up of the site;
(j) nonconformity, environmental incidents and corrective and preventative action
procedures;
(k) audit - a documented process for audit of the EMP against the contract requirements,
including the effectiveness of on-site environmental protection measures.

An EMP shall be prepared for any works undertaken in an ancillary works area.

HP The Contractor shall submit to the Superintendent for review an EMP not less than
two weeks prior to the commencement of work. The EMP shall be submitted
together with the signed ‘Declaration – Environmental Plan Verification’ in
accordance with Clause 177.L1(a).

HP Work shall not commence until the:

• Superintendent is satisfied that the EMP meets the requirements of the
specification for that stage of work;
• controls detailed in the EMP relevant to that stage of work are implemented.

Control measures identified in the EMP shall be installed prior to works commencing, or at the
programmed timing for their implementation. Control measures shall be maintained in
working order for the duration of the associated works.

177.A4 TRAINING
(a) Prior to commencement of works on-site, the Contractor shall ensure that all personnel
are informed of the environmental issues and specific risks associated with the project
and the required management and mitigation measures to address these risks.

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(b) Environmental Protection Awareness Workshop

Prior to commencement of works on-site, the Contractor shall ensure that personnel
directly involved in the development and implementation of EMPs, EIPs, and the
monitoring, installation and maintenance of control measures for this Contract attend an
environmental workshop to review the environmental issues associated with the site. The
Contractor shall liaise with the Superintendent to determine the agenda of the workshop.

177.A5 PERMITS

The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and approvals from the
relevant authorities, other than those already obtained by VicRoads. Copies of all relevant
documentation relating to permits and approvals obtained by the Contractor shall be provided
to the Superintendent within one week of their receipt and prior to any works relating to the
permit commencing. Copies of all permits and approvals will be kept on site.

The Contractor shall be responsible for implementing any conditions identified in any permits
whether obtained by VicRoads or the Contractor. All permits and associated conditions shall
be identified in the EMP.

177.A6 DEVELOPMENT, IMPLEMENTATION AND MONITORING OF ENVIRONMENTAL

MANAGEMENT PLANS

The Contractor shall engage a suitably experienced and skilled environmental management
professional to prepare the Environmental Management Plan and manage and monitor all
environmental issues and environmental treatments implemented during construction. The
individual shall be full time on site and shall:
##(choose one of the following options and STRIKETHROUGH the option not required
Option 1 – for use where a project is assessed as containing low, medium or high absolute
environmental risk;
Option 2 – for use where a project has been assessed as containing extreme absolute
environmental risk(s) associated with significant environmental issues.)
:##(Option 1 – delete this author note before finalising document):
• have demonstrated competence and suitable experience in environmental management in
a construction environment; and

• have successfully completed a nationally accredited training course which addresses

management practices for erosion and sediment control (Green Card or equivalent).
##(Option 2 – delete this author note before finalising document):
• have the environmental management requirements of the Contract as their sole
responsibility;

• have a minimum of five years experience in environmental management, with a minimum

of two years environmental management experience in a road construction environment;

• have demonstrated competence and suitable experience in environmental management in

a construction environment with high environmental risks and/or complex environmental
issues;

• be eligible for membership with the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand
(EIANZ), Engineers Australia or other appropriate affiliation;

• have successfully completed a nationally accredited training course which addresses

management practices for erosion and sediment control (Green Card or equivalent).

Evidence to demonstrate conformance with these requirements shall be provided to

the Superintendent in conjunction with the submission of the Environmental
Management Plan in accordance with Clause 177.A3.

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PART B - WATER QUALITY

177.B1 WATER

(a) General
The quality of water in waterways shall not be detrimentally impacted by runoff from the
site.

(b) Monitoring
(i) General
Water quality and rainfall shall be monitored for the parameters identified in
Table 177.B1.01 during all stages of construction to ensure that the water quality in
the receiving waterways:
• does not vary between the upstream and downstream limits of the work site
during the construction period (where upstream results become the background
limits). The allowable variation between results shall be no more than twice the
measurement uncertainty of the instrument; or
• is as agreed between the Contractor, the Superintendent and Environment
Protection Authority Victoria (EPA).
The Contractor shall possess equipment on site that is capable of providing
instantaneous monitoring of parameters as required in Table 177.B1.01. All
equipment associated with monitoring shall be maintained and calibrated in
accordance with the manufacturer’s or equipment supplier’s requirements.
*** Table 177.B1.01 Construction Monitoring

Parameter Method

Turbidity – NTU Measure with onsite meter

Electrical Conductivity (EC) – µS/cm Measure with onsite meter

pH Measure with onsite meter

Dissolved oxygen (DO) – mg/L Measure with onsite meter

Temperature - °C Measure with onsite meter

Litter (definition, including solid inert waste) Visual (prevent litter from entering
waterways and drainage systems)

Oils and Greases Visual (No visible free oil or greases)

Rainfall Measure with onsite meter capable

of logging rainfall at a minimal
interval of 10 minutes.

## Other parameters specific to the project: ##:

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(ii) Dewatering
Water quality monitoring shall be undertaken when dewatering ponded water to
receiving waterways or drainage infrastructure.
The quality of ponded water to be dewatered to receiving waterways shall not
exceed 30 NTU or shall be equal to or better than the water quality in the receiving
waterways if the turbidity in the receiving waterway is less than 30 NTU.
*** The pH of ponded water to be dewatered shall be within the range of
##(strikethrough the pH range that is not applicable, as defined in EPA
Publication 960 – Section 4.4 Dewatering (Figure 37):##6.4 - 7.7: ##6.5 - 8.3:.
(iii) Bypass Pumping
Water quality monitoring shall be undertaken when bypass pumping water around
works that is being undertaken within a waterway.
(iv) Locations
Monitoring shall be carried out:
• in waterways upstream and downstream of the limits of the site;
• at appropriate locations in waterways within the site including immediately
upstream and downstream of each point source (or flow) entering along the length
of waterways within the project site.
Details of all monitoring locations shall be maintained on the scaled drawings
associated with the EMP. Monitoring sites must be accessible during all on-site
activity and in all weather conditions.
Monitoring for dewatering activities will be undertaken:
• at the ponded water at the pump intake; and
• in the receiving waterways immediately upstream and downstream of the
discharge point (within the mixing zone of the waterway and discharged water); or
• at the pump outlet where dewatering occurs into drainage infrastructure.
Monitoring for bypass pumping activities will be undertaken at locations
immediately upstream and downstream of the pumping activity in the waterway.
(v) Timing
Monitoring shall be undertaken:
• immediately prior to work commencing;
*** • ##(edit as appropriate):daily / weekly / other;
• for each rain event as follows -
- within one hour of commencement of rain event during working hours,
- every four hours for periods of continuous rain during working hours, and
- within 12 hours of a rain event, outside working hours;
• immediately prior to the commencement of and then hourly during dewatering
and bypass pumping activities.

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177.B2 GROUNDWATER

(a) General

The beneficial uses of groundwater shall not be adversely affected.

An assessment of the potential impact of the work under the Contract shall deermine the
beneficial uses to be protected as provided for in State Environmental Planning Policy
(Groundwaters of Victoria) and State Environmental Planning Policy (Waters of Victoria)
when groundwater is:
• expected to be encountered during works under the Contract – as part of the
development of the EMP;
• unexpectedly encountered during works under the Contract – immediately after
identification of the presence of groundwater.

The Contractor shall consider the beneficial uses, quality and quantity of groundwater
when determining the ongoing management of groundwater (i.e. reuse, discharge,
aquifer recharge). Such consideration shall be completed prior to the completion of
related design and prior to commencement/continuation of related construction activities.

Where groundwater is unexpectedly encountered, a management plan shall be

developed and implemented to manage the groundwater and protect beneficial uses in
accordance with the requirements of the EPA. The Contractor shall undertake monitoring
in accordance with the requirements of the EPA.

Groundwater encountered on site shall be assessed for the opportunity for reuse as a
non-potable water source for the duration of the Contract if no higher fit for purpose use
can be identified.

(b) Monitoring Locations

The Contractor shall undertake a visual assessment of the site for groundwater daily
during all excavation activities.

177.B3 NON-POTABLE WATER

(a) General
Non-potable water sources shall be utilised as the primary source of water for all activities
unless the Contractor can demonstrate to the Superintendent’s satisfaction that the use
of non-potable water is not practicable and feasible.
Where non-potable water is used an Environmental Improvement Plan shall be developed
in accordance with VicRoads guidelines (refer Table 177.M1.01) and shall include the
management of all activities related to the sourcing, transport, storage and use of the
non-potable water.
The Contractor shall meet the following requirements, and include appropriate measures
to meet these requirements in the Environmental Improvement Plan:
(i) the transport, storage and use of non-potable water shall be in accordance with the
Environment Improvement Plan prepared for the contract;
(ii) the use of non-potable water shall not result in any off-site discharge, either as run-
off or airborne.

(b) Monitoring
Monitoring shall be undertaken in accordance with the Environmental Improvement Plan.

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PART C - AIR QUALITY

177.C1 AIR QUALITY

(a) General

All work under the Contract shall comply with the following requirements:
• emissions of odorous substances or particulates shall not create or be likely to create
objectionable conditions for the public;
• materials of any type shall not be disposed of through burning;
• material that may create a hazard or nuisance dust shall be covered during transport;
and
• dust generated from road construction activities shall not create a hazard or nuisance
to the public, shall not disperse from the site or across roadways, nor interfere with
crops, stock or any other dust-sensitive receptors.

(b) Plant and Equipment

All work under the Contract shall comply with the following requirements:
• emissions of visible smoke to the atmosphere from construction plant and equipment
shall not be for periods greater than 10 consecutive seconds;
• where practicable all heavy duty diesel engines must be fitted with Selective Catalytic
Reduction (SCR) and diesel particulate filters.

(c) Monitoring
(i) General
Monitoring shall comply with the following requirements:
• insoluble solids from any air quality monitoring station, as measured by a dust
deposit gauge in accordance with the requirements of AS 3580.10.1, shall not
exceed 4 g/m²/month or 2 g/m²/month above the background measurement,
whichever is the lesser;
• directional dust gauges that comply with the equipment requirements of
AS 2724.5 shall be installed alongside each air quality monitoring station.
Directional dust gauges shall be orientated such that one of the collecting
cylinders is directed towards the construction activities;
• directional dust shall be measured as insoluble solids in accordance with
AS 3580.10.1 for each of the four collecting cylinders. Directional dust
gravimetric results shall be expressed as the percentage of the total directional
dust gauge catch for each cylinder;
• dust deposition and directional dust monitoring shall be supplemented with
continuous monitoring using a portable laser light scattering instrument, or
equivalent, to allow changes to dust control measures if the PM10 1 hour average
concentration exceeds 120 µg/m³;
*** • no less than ##(edit as appropriate):one/two/three/other portable laser light
scattering instruments shall be operational daily while undertaking construction
activities;
• portable laser light scattering instrument(s) shall provide a visible and logged
alarm and SMS notification if the 1 hour average criterion of 120 µg/m³ is
exceeded;
• the portable light scattering instrument shall be calibrated and maintained in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions with calibration and maintenance
records retained and made available to the Superintendent upon request. Daily
records shall include checks of instrument zero and flow rate.

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(ii) Location of Monitoring Equipment

Dust deposit gauges and directional dust gauges shall be established in accordance
with the requirements of AS 3580.1.1.
One dust deposit gauge shall be installed and maintained as a background
reference station. The reference station shall be in close proximity to the site, but
unaffected by works under the Contract.
*** No less than ##(edit as appropriate):two/four/six/other monitoring stations shall be
located where roadworks are likely to have the greatest impact on adjacent
properties or create nuisance/inconvenience to the public.
The location of portable laser light scattering instrument(s) shall be adaptive to
changes in wind direction or construction activity.
Portable laser light scattering instrument(s) shall be located downwind of road
construction activities or adjacent to a sensitive receptor when in proximity to the
works.
All monitoring stations to be located such that they are secure from vandalism and
tampering at all times.

(iii) Results
Results of dust deposition and directional dust monitoring shall be submitted to the
Superintendent within 24 hours of receipt from the laboratory.
Daily results of continuous monitoring including the location(s) of the instrument
shall be made available upon request.
A daily visual assessment of the site for airborne dust and vehicle emissions shall be
undertaken at locations where works are being carried out and records maintained
of these inspections.
Hourly wind speed and wind direction data that correlates to the site location shall
be obtained and maintained in the Contractor’s records and made available to the
Superintendent upon request.

(iv) Timing
Sampling frequency for dust deposition and directional dust is based on the risk of
generation of nuisance dust and is season dependent. Dust deposition and
directional dust sampling frequency shall comply with Table 177.C1.01.

Table 177.C1.01

Period Sampling Frequency

November to March 14 day consecutive period

April to October 30 day consecutive period

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PART D - EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

177.D1 EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

(a) General
All exposed surfaces shall be free of or treated to minimise erosion.
Erosion and sediment controls shall include:
• minimising the amount of exposed erodible surfaces during construction including the
staging of works;
• prompt temporary and/or permanent progressive revegetation of the site as work
proceeds;
*** • prompt covering of exposed surfaces (including batters and stockpiles) that would
otherwise remain bare for more than ##28: days. Cover may include mulch, erosion
control mat or seeding with sterile grass;
• installation, stabilisation and maintenance of catch and diversion drains that segregate
water runoff from catchments outside of the construction site from water exposed to the
construction site;
• installation and maintenance of erosion and sedimentation controls, established in
accordance with EPA best practice guidelines for the treatment of sediment laden run-
off resulting from construction activities;
• adequately control and route runoff within the construction site to the appropriate
sedimentation controls; and
• where trees are required to be removed more than two months in advance of any
construction works, remove only that part of the tree that is above ground level and
where possible allow the roots to remain intact beneath the ground surface to assist
with erosion control.

(b) Work in/near Waters

Works shall be programmed and managed to avoid work in waters. Where work in waters
is unavoidable, procedures shall be developed and implemented to satisfy the
requirements of the specification and as required by any permits from the responsible
authority(s).
Where construction activities are undertaken in, near or over waters, the EMP shall
address the protection of beneficial uses in accordance with any permit, the State
Environmental Planning Policy (Waters of Victoria) and best practice guidelines.

(c) Sedimentation Basins

Sedimentation basins shall be utilised as the primary sediment control for the works
unless the Contractor can demonstrate to the Superintendent’s satisfaction that the
implementation of a sedimentation basin is not technically feasible for the works.
Where sedimentation basins are proposed as control measures, basins shall be designed
to contain flows from a rainfall event having an Average Recurrence Interval of not less
than two years and six hours duration when allowing for a 30% reduction in capacity as a
result of sediment accumulation.
Sedimentation basins shall be modelled and sized to manage rainfall intensities and soil
characteristics specific to the region and for any material that is imported to the site. The
sizing and modelling of sedimentation basin(s) shall consider the expected works and
associated area of disturbance within catchment area(s) within the site.

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The sizing and modelling of temporary sedimentation basins shall be undertaken using
recognised ‘best practice’ modelling techniques or ‘VicRoads Temporary Sedimentation
Basin Sizing Tool’.
Spillways shall be designed for an event having an Average Recurrence Interval of five
years.
An independent hydraulic consultant who has demonstrated competence and suitable
experience in the design of temporary sedimentation basins shall complete and sign a
declaration in accordance with Attachment C to this Section 177. The declaration shall
accompany submission of the sedimentation basin designs to the Superintendent.
HP The Contractor shall submit to the Superintendent the sedimentation designs
and the associated independent verification declarations not less than two
weeks prior to the commencement of construction of the temporary
sedimentation basin.
Sedimentation basins shall be cleaned out whenever the accumulated sediment has
reduced the capacity of the basin by 30% or more, or whenever the sediment has built up
to a point where it is less than 500 mm below the spillway crest, whichever occurs earlier.
The Contractor shall maintain the capacity of the sedimentation basin and shall ensure
compliance with Clause 177.B1(b)(ii) if dewatering to a waterway.

(d) Stockpiles
Where soil is stockpiled on site, such stockpiles shall be located, where possible, to
provide a clearance of not less than 10 m from waterways. Where it is not possible to
provide a clearance of 10 m, the stockpile shall be above the normal high water level of
the waterways and additional protection shall be provided to prevent the stockpiled
material entering the waterways.

(e) Monitoring
The Contractor shall inspect the whole site for instances of soil erosion or scour and the
effectiveness of erosion and sedimentation controls:
• at intervals not more than seven days;
• within one hour of the commencement of any runoff resulting from rain events during
working hours;
• every four hours during periods of continuous rain during working hours;
• within 12 hours of a rain event outside working hours.
Any defects and/or deficiencies in control measures identified by monitoring undertaken
shall be rectified immediately and these control measures shall be cleaned, repaired and
augmented as required to ensure effective control.

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PART E - CONTAMINATED SOILS AND MATERIALS

177.E1 CONTAMINATED SOILS AND MATERIALS

(a) General

All work under the Contract shall comply with the following requirements:
• soils or materials shall not be contaminated as a consequence of work under the
Contract;
• materials imported to the site shall be free from contamination;
• contaminated materials shall only be reused on site following approval from the
Superintendent and EPA;
• contaminated materials to be reused on site as part of the Contract shall be temporarily
stored and managed to minimise any impact on the site or surrounding environment;
• the importing, transport and disposal of contaminated soils or materials off-site shall be
undertaken in accordance with relevant legislation and State Environment Protection
Policies;
• disposal of contaminated materials off-site (where required) shall be undertaken in
accordance with relevant legislation and State Environment Protection Policies.

(b) Sites of Known Contamination

Table 177.E1.01 lists known contaminated sites.

*** Table 177.E1.01

Chainage / AMG grid reference /

Contamination type
location / Drawing No.

## e.g. hydrocarbons, heavy metals, ## e.g. AAV 7822/935:

PCBs: ## e.g. E:321900, N:5828525:
## e.g. Drawing Number:
##:

(c) Discovery of Contaminated Material

The discovery of contaminated material on the site during works shall be managed in
accordance with VicRoads and EPA Guidelines. In the event that contaminated material is
encountered on the site, the Contractor shall:
(i) notify the Superintendent and where applicable EPA;
(ii) undertake comprehensive sampling and analysis to determine the type levels and
extent of contamination in accordance with current VicRoads and EPA guidelines;
(iii) investigate the opportunity to reuse the contaminated soil and/or material as a fill
material on site;
(iv) ensure that any proposed reuse and/or disposal methods are acceptable to the
Superintendent and EPA.

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(d) Use of Contaminated Material

The use of contaminated material in the Works shall be subject to the approval of the
Superintendent and EPA. The Contractor shall follow procedures and best practice
containment and management techniques in VicRoads and relevant EPA documentation
when such materials are reused on site.

Prior to the use of any contaminated material on the site, the contractor shall verify that
the proposed use is in accordance with legislative requirements. Where directed an EIP
or other documentation shall be prepared in liaison with EPA and the Superintendent.

Where any contaminated material is used in the works, records shall be kept of the
source, type of contamination, volume of contaminated material incorporated, the
locations placed and all investigations undertaken. The location of contaminated material
incorporated into the site shall be identified in the ‘As Constructed’ drawings. Copies of
all documentation including the EIP are to be forwarded to the Superintendent.

A copy shall also be forwarded to the Superintendent for inclusion in VicRoads

Contaminated Site Register.

(e) Monitoring

The Contractor shall undertake a visual assessment of the site for contaminated soils and
materials at the following intervals:

When stripping: Daily

During excavations: Daily
When importing filling material: Daily

(f) Acid Sulfate Soils

##(this clause only applies to projects that are to be undertaken in areas where Acid
Sulfate soils have been identified – only strikethrough all of (f) if sufficient investigation
has determined that it is not relevant and there is no likelihood of its occurrence):
The locations identified in Table 177.E1.02 have been identified as having the potential
for the presence of acid sulphate soils. A specific environmental management plan to
minimise the risk of disturbance and/or to manage its treatment and offsite removal must
be prepared and approved by the EPA prior to review by the Superintendant.

*** Table 177.E1.02 Acid Sulfate Soils

Site Location Chainage / AMG grid reference / Location

##E [insert grid reference e.g. 321900]:
##N [insert grid reference e.g. 5828525]:
## refer to Volume 3 – Drawings; or reports as
required:

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Wherever possible the locations identified above should be avoided. Where this is not
possible, minimising disturbance may involve:
 planning to arrange and minimise construction in such a way so that it limits the
amount of excavation of acid sulfate soil required;
 locating aspects of the contract on the part of a land where acid sulfate soils are buried
deepest, so the amount of acid sulfate soil removed is reduced;
 using construction methods and site management procedures that do not leave acid
sulfate soils exposed to air without treatment; and/or
 aligning and designing linear infrastructure in tidal areas so that natural water flows
(both surface and groundwater) are not blocked.

If acid sulfate soil is disturbed, it must be treated.

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PART F - WASTE AND RESOURCE USE

177.F1 WASTE AND RESOURCE USE

(a) General
The generation of waste materials shall be managed in accordance with the hierarchy, to
avoid, reuse, recycle or dispose of waste material. The Contractor shall be responsible for
the management of any waste produced in performing the work under the Contract.
All work under the Contract shall comply with the following requirements:
• the nature of wastes generated as a consequence of works under the Contract shall be
identified;
• wastes shall be stored prior to reuse or disposal to minimise any impact on the site or
surrounding environment;
• where approval is granted to incorporate recycled materials into the works, the
Contractor shall maintain appropriate records of the type of material and its location;
• vehicles transporting waste shall be covered and appropriately licensed.
Where recycling facilities are available, the materials shall be managed in accordance
with Table 177.F1.01.
Table 177.F1.01 Resource Management Requirements
Material Waste Management Option
Asbestos EPA licensed landfill
Asphalt Recycle or reuse - not to landfill
Concrete and concrete washings Recycle or reuse - not to landfill
Contaminated soil Recycle or reuse on site if opportunity exists
If removed from site, transported by an EPA licensed
contractor and disposed in accordance with EPA regulations
Felled woody vegetation (except Mulched for reuse, or used for habitat logs
fragments of noxious or environmental
weeds capable of regeneration)
Woody weed fragments capable of Burial on site (deeper than 500 mm and not in fill, pavement
regeneration or other critical areas), composting, or disposal to landfill
Formwork Reuse or dispose to landfill
Plastics (Recycle Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7) Recycling facility - not to landfill
Metal Recycle or reuse - not to landfill
Oil containers and lead acid batteries Recycling facility - not to landfill
Packaging materials Recycle where possible or dispose to landfill
Empty paint tins Recycling facility - not to landfill
Petroleum products from spills (absorbed Recycle or reuse with rehabilitation of contaminated soils if
in spill kit material or contaminated soil) opportunity exists
Transported by an EPA licensed contractor and disposed in
accordance with EPA regulations
Timber (untreated) Recycle - not to landfill
Litter Recycle or dispose to landfill
Office waste Recycle where possible or dispose to landfill
Other waste excluding the above wastes Recycle or reuse if opportunity exists

(b) Monitoring
The Contractor shall monitor the whole site for instances of inappropriate waste
management or disposal at intervals of not more than 7 days.

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PART G - FUELS AND CHEMICALS

177.G1 FUELS AND CHEMICALS

(a) General
Any leakage or spillage of any fuels or chemicals shall not have a detrimental
environmental impact.
The EMP shall include specific procedures to mitigate the effect on the environment from
fuels and chemicals, including herbicides and pesticides. Such procedures shall include:
• nominated fuel and chemical storage areas that comply with Dangerous Goods
(Storage and Handling) Regulations 2012 and EPA Bunding Guidelines
(EPA Publication 347) including the placarding of compounds and bulk storage
containers;
• nominated points for the refuelling and fluid top up of vehicles and plant which shall be
undertaken in a designated area at least 20 m from any drainage point or waterways;
• provision of readily accessible and maintained spill kits for the purpose of cleaning up
chemical, oil and fuel spillages on the site at all times;
• ensuring that personnel trained in the efficient deployment of the spill kits are readily
available in the event of spillages; and
• a contingency plan that shall address the containment, treatment and disposal of any
spill.

(b) Monitoring
Fuel and chemical storages and equipment fill areas shall be monitored for compliance at
intervals of not more than 7 days.

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PART H - NOISE AND VIBRATION

177.H1 NOISE
The mitigation of construction noise shall include:
• hours of work shall be between 7am and 6pm weekdays and Saturday;
• construction vehicles and equipment shall have appropriate measures fitted and be
effectively maintained to minimise engine noise;
• noisy equipment shall be enclosed where possible;
• establishment of temporary noise attenuation barriers where appropriate;
• scheduling noisy work practices (e.g. pile driving) to minimise likelihood of community
annoyance; and
• use of smart movement alarms for vehicles particularly when working in proximity to noise
sensitive receptors or where working outside normal hours.

177.H2 VIBRATION

(a) General
All work under the Contract shall be undertaken utilising construction methodologies that
will minimise vibration disturbance to the community and avoid damage to buildings
and/or structures.
Vibration generated through construction plant and equipment or blasting (Clause 177.H3
– Blasting) shall not de-stabilise the existing ground condition especially if work is carried
out in the vicinity of any natural slopes or embankment.
Construction methodologies shall be utilised to ensure that vibration does not exceed the
peak vibration criteria in Table 177.H2.01 and/or criteria set by a responsible authority for
a specified structure/asset that falls within its responsibility.

(b) Monitoring
Where directed by the Superintendent, vibration monitoring shall be undertaken to
ensure that construction activities do not pose the potential for damage to surrounding
buildings.
Monitoring shall be undertaken to assess the potential vibration impacts on buildings in
accordance with German Standard DIN 4150, part 3 - 1999 (Effects of Vibration on
Structures).
Peak vibration velocities shall not exceed the criteria in Table 177.H1.01
Table 177.H2.01 Vibration Criteria for Assessing Potential for Damage to
Buildings
Peak Vibration Velocity
Type of Structure
at foundation (mm/s)
Reinforced or framed structures. Industrial and heavy
20
commercial buildings
Unreinforced or light framed structure. Residential or
5
light commercial type buildings
Structures that because of their sensitivity to vibration do
not correspond to those listed above and are of great 3
intrinsic value (e.g. heritage listed buildings).

(c) Results
Vibration monitoring results shall be submitted to the Superintendent within 24 hours
being obtained.

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177.H3 BLASTING

(a) General
The contractor shall undertake blast monitoring to ensure that blasting activities do not
pose the potential for damage to surrounding buildings or structures and to minimise
disturbance to the community.
The contractor shall ensure that:
• vibration generated by blasting does not exceed the criteria set out in Table 177.H3.01;
and
• blasting overpressure does not exceed 133 dBL.

(b) Monitoring
Monitoring of blasting activities shall be undertaken in accordance with Section J.3.2 of
AS 2187.2-2006 (Explosives - Storage and use - Use of explosives), at locations relevant
to sensitive buildings agreed with the Superintendent.
The peak component particle velocity of predominant pulse shall not exceed the criteria
in Table 177.H3.01.
Table 177.H3.01 Transient Ground Vibration Criteria for Assessing Potential for
Damage to Buildings

Peak Vibration Velocity

Type of Structure
(mm/s)

Reinforced or framed structures

50
Industrial and heavy commercial buildings
Unreinforced or light framed structure
15
Residential or light commercial type buildings
Structures that because of their sensitivity to
vibration do not correspond to those listed above and
3
are of great intrinsic value (e.g. heritage listed
buildings).

(c) Monitoring Results

Monitoring results of blasting for activities shall be submitted to the Superintendent
within 24 hours.

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PART I - FLORA AND FAUNA

177.I1 FLORA AND FAUNA

(a) General

All work under the Contract shall comply with the following requirements:
• avoid, minimise and offset (where appropriate) the removal of native vegetation during
construction;
• avoid injury to fauna or damage to protected vegetation or habitat; and
• the discovery of significant flora and fauna sites, species or habitat not previously
identified shall be managed to protect flora and fauna.

(b) Permits and Approvals

The permits and/or approvals identified in Table 177.I1.01 have already been obtained, or
are being obtained by VicRoads. Works under the contract shall comply with all permits
and approvals and associated conditions.

*** Table 177.I1.01 Flora and Fauna Permits Obtained by VicRoads

Permit/Approval
Site/Species Issuing Authority
Number
Flora
##:

Fauna
##:

Permits from relevant authorities must be obtained prior to disturbance of flora/fauna

sites or relocation of native fauna affected by works under the Contract.

(c) Protection of Flora and Fauna Sites

Works shall not damage, disturb or otherwise adversely impact:

• vegetation or habitat sites and areas of significance listed in Table 177.I1.02;
• any other significant vegetation or habitat sites, not listed in Table 177.I1.02, that are
not required to be removed for permanent works; and
• any significant native flora/fauna sites or habitat discovered during works under the
Contract without prior approval from the Superintendent and obtaining all relevant
permits.

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*** Table 177.I1.02

Vegetation/Habitat Site Chainage/AMG Grid Reference/Location

##[insert site detail, e.g. State ##E [insert grid reference e.g. 321900]:
significant species]: ##N [insert grid reference e.g. 5828525]:
##or refer to Volume 3 – Drawings or
flora/fauna reports as required:

##: ##:

All personnel working on site shall be trained in the identification of:

• flora or habitat sites listed in Table 177.I1.02, and other vegetation/habitat sites that
are not to be damaged or disturbed;
• likely significant flora and fauna species which may be present and the actions required
for their management if encountered.

All sites nominated in Table 177.I1.02 and any additional existing vegetation and native
fauna habitat identified to be retained, shall be identified as ‘No-Go Zones’ and protected
by temporary fencing and signage. All fencing of ‘No-Go Zones’ shall as a minimum be:
• erected a minimum of 1 m beyond the boundary of the habitat to be protected, or at
the tree protection zone;
• constructed of star picket and paraweb with one wire support;
• signage installed on the temporary fencing at intervals no less than 20 m apart stating
‘No-Go Zone – No Unauthorised Access’; and
• retained in place for the duration of construction activities.

The Contractor shall ensure the No-Go Zone includes the full Tree Protection Zone.
Where encroachment within the Tree Protection Zone is unavoidable the contractor shall:
• engage a suitably qualified arborist (with a minimum qualification of Australian
Qualification Framework Level 5, Diploma of Horticulture (Arboriculture) to assess the
potential impact on the trees;
• the arborist assessment shall include the botanical name, diameter at a height of
1.4 metres, useful life expectancy, the tree location and whether the proposed impact
on any Tree Protection Zone will significantly impact the future health of the tree(s).
The assessment shall recommend whether the tree can be retained with mitigation
measures or whether it should be removed.

The arborist assessment shall be approved by the Superintendent prior to the

commencement of vegetation removal.

HP Prior to removing any vegetation or habitat, the Contractor shall arrange an

on-site inspection with the Superintendent and other relevant authorities to
confirm and clearly identify and mark trees, vegetation or habitat to be
removed, consistent with the Contract drawings and any relevant permits and
shall fence and sign all sites nominated as No-Go Zones.

Plant, equipment, material or debris shall not be driven, dragged, placed or stored within
the No-Go Zones. Vegetation management activities required to protect vegetation
quality may be undertaken in No-Go Zones.

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(d) Removal of Flora and Protection of Fauna

A suitably qualified ecologist with the appropriate permits/licenses shall be present on
site during the removal of vegetation to:
• identify and examine any native fauna habitat including trees (including hollow bearing
trees) and/or fallen logs affected by works under the Contract to identify, capture and
relocate fauna identified within the zone to be cleared; and
• provide advice on alternative fauna habitat sites.
If appropriate, relocation of any fauna or nests shall be made to adjacent habitat and
shall be undertaken in accordance with the requirements of the Department of
Environment and Primary Industries. Where practicable, any nests found to be inhabited
by native birds or by mammals (e.g. possums or gliders) shall be removed outside of the
species’ breeding season.
Any targeted vegetation removal from within the No-Go Zones shall be shall be
undertaken utilising methods that avoid impact on any other flora or habitat within the
No-Go Zone.
Pruning of any vegetation to be retained shall be undertaken by a suitably qualified
practicing arborist (minimum Australian Qualification Framework Level 3, Certificate III
Horticulture (Arboriculture).

(e) Discovery of Significant Flora or Fauna

In the event that significant flora or fauna is discovered, the Contractor shall immediately
cease operation and notify the Superintendent.
An appropriately qualified ecologist shall be engaged to accurately identify and provide
advice for the management of the discovered significant flora or fauna species.
The Contractor shall submit to the Superintendent for approval a procedure/management
plan that has been approved by the relevant authority to manage the flora or fauna
species.

(f) Damage to Protected Vegetation

Where damage to flora or fauna habitat has occurred as the result of work under the
Contract, the Superintendent reserves the right to direct the Contractor to repair or offset
the vegetation and/or provide fauna habitat to an equivalent or better quality in
accordance with the Department of Environment and Primary Industries documents
’Permitted clearing of naïve vegetation – Biodiversity assessment guidelines’ and ‘Native
vegetation gain scoring manual’.

(g) Monitoring
The Contractor shall undertake monitoring of the condition of flora and fauna habitat sites
and protective measures at the sites at the following intervals:

When construction activities are occurring Daily

in the vicinity of the sites:

At other times: At least every 7 days

##: ##:

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177.I2 WEEDS, PESTS AND DISEASES

(a) General

Declared noxious weeds, pests and diseases (also referred to as pathogens) shall not be
introduced to the site, spread through the site, or removed from the site (if present) as a
consequence of work under the Contract.

The Contractor shall prevent the spread of declared noxious weeds, pests and diseases
within the site and off-site through the implementation of controls that shall include the:
• treatment of declared noxious weeds prior to the commencement of any ground
disturbing activities and in response to their identification through monitoring of the
site;
• management of noxious weeds and soil pathogens potential within imported materials;
• provisions for cleaning plant and equipment at the following times -
prior to arrival on site,
prior to departure from site, and
prior to movement within the site from infested to non-infested areas;
• location of cleaning areas;
• use of a vehicle and machinery hygiene log book.

(b) Cinnamon Fungus ##(this clause only applies to projects that are to be undertaken in
high risk infested zone / area - strikethrough all of (b) if this is not relevant):

Topsoil shall not be removed from the site.

Plant involved in the initial earthworks shall be cleaned and then disinfected with a
suitable disinfectant applied with a high pressure pump spray prior to leaving the site.

(c) Phylloxera ##(this clause only applies to projects that are to be undertaken in Phylloxera
Infected Zones as identified by the Phylloxera and Grape Industry Board of South
Australia website mapping - strikethrough all of (c) if this is not relevant):

Contractors shall contact the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) to
discuss and develop an agreed procedure for the movement and protocol requirements of
plant and equipment within the Phylloxera Infected Zone.

(d) Monitoring

*** The site shall be monitored for the presence of weeds and pests at intervals of not more
than ##(edit as appropriate):weekly/fortnightly/other.

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PART J - CULTURAL HERITAGE

177.J1 CULTURAL HERITAGE

(a) General

Cultural heritage sites and areas of cultural significance shall not be damaged, disturbed
or otherwise adversely impacted unless an appropriate authorisation has been obtained.

Aboriginal Cultural Heritage

## strikethrough one of the following *** options:
*** The Contractor shall undertake all works under the Contract in accordance with the
requirements set out in the Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP) ##(insert the
name of the CHMP):. The requirements set out in Clauses 177.J1(d), (e) (f) and (g) are not
applicable for the management of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage as these requirements are
addressed in the CHMP.

*** A Cultural Heritage Management Plan has not been prepared for the works under this
Contract. Works shall comply with any cultural heritage management procedures or
initiatives outlined in an Aboriginal cultural heritage agreement or Aboriginal cultural
heritage permit listed in Table 177.J1.01.

Historical Archaeological Heritage

The work under the Contract shall be undertaken to comply with any Historical
Archaeological Heritage permit or consent relevant to the project. Historical
Archaeological Heritage shall be protected from unauthorised disturbance during site
establishment and construction.

(b) Permits and Approvals

The permits and/or approvals identified in Table 177.J1.01 have already been obtained, or
are being obtained by VicRoads. The Contractor shall comply with the terms and
conditions of these permits and approvals.
*** Table 177.J1.01 Heritage Permits and Approvals Obtained by VicRoads
(including Cultural Heritage Management Plans)

Permit/Approval
Site Issuing Authority
Number

Aboriginal Cultural Heritage

##:

Historical Archaeological Heritage

##:

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(c) Cultural Heritage Sites

Table 177.J1.02 lists known cultural heritage sites.

*** Table 177.J1.02

Chainage/
Reference
Site AMG grid reference/
Number
location

Aboriginal Cultural Heritage

## e.g. Isolated artefact scatter: ## e.g. ## e.g. E:321900,
AAV 7822/935: N:5828525:

Historical Archaeological Heritage

## e.g. Dry-stone wall, stone shed ## e.g. ##e.g. E:322650,
foundations: H7822/0271: N:5831175:

(d) Protection of Cultural Heritage

A ‘No-Go Zone’ shall be established for identified Cultural Heritage sites that are to be
protected during the work under the contract. Temporary fencing of ‘No-Go Zones’ shall
be:
• constructed of, as a minimum, star pickets, single strand of wire at the top and
paraweb;
• located at the maximum practical distance from the site with a minimum of 1 m beyond
the limit of the Cultural Heritage site; and
• retained in place for the duration of the construction period (until Practical Completion),
or until removal of the Cultural Heritage from the site.
Signage shall be installed on the temporary fencing at intervals no less than 20 m apart
stating ‘Protected Area – No Unauthorised Access’.

(e) Discovery of Cultural Heritage

The following procedure will apply in the event of the discovery i.e. uncovering and/or
identification of any cultural heritage during construction:
• work at the location to be suspended;
• immediate notification of the Superintendent;
• the site shall be isolated by a ‘No-Go Zone’ as specified in Clause 177.J1(d), pending
completion of an evaluation of the cultural heritage and the determination of an
appropriate course of protective action;
• within 24 hours notify the relevant approval authorities of the discovery of cultural
heritage and its location;
• work greater than 50 m away from the area in which the cultural heritage was
uncovered and/or identified may recommence and continue. Work in areas less than
50 m from the cultural heritage site may proceed if agreed by the relevant approval
authority, and in consultation with any other relevant cultural heritage stakeholders
and the Superintendent;

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• the Contractor shall engage a cultural heritage advisor to evaluate the nature, extent
and significance of the cultural heritage;
• the Contractor shall consult with the Superintendent, relevant approval authorities and
the Contractor’s cultural heritage advisor to determine the process to be followed to
manage the discovered cultural heritage and how to proceed with the works. The
Superintendent’s agreement shall be obtained for the proposed process for
management of the discovered cultural heritage prior to implementation;
• the Contractor shall obtain the relevant cultural heritage approvals prior to any
disturbance of cultural heritage discovered during construction and shall comply with
all conditions of any such approvals. Removal of any cultural heritage from the site
shall be undertaken in accordance with statutory requirements and relevant cultural
heritage approval conditions;
• works may recommence in the relevant area if:
the conditions of the cultural heritage approval have been met, or
works can resume without risk to the discovered cultural heritage.

(f) Discovery of Human Remains During Construction

The following procedure will apply in the event of the discovery of suspected human
remains:
• all activity in the vicinity shall stop;
• the remains must be left in place, and protected from harm or damage;
• immediately notify the local office of Victoria Police or the State Coroner’s Office and
the Superintendent of the discovery;
• if there are reasonable grounds to believe that the remains are Aboriginal human
remains, report the discovery (including the particulars of the location and nature of the
human remains) to Aboriginal Affairs Victoria; and
• implement an appropriate impact mitigation or salvage strategy as determined by the
responsible authority and if relevant, in consultation with any Aboriginal person or body
with an interest in the Aboriginal human remains.

(g) Monitoring
The Contractor shall undertake a visual assessment of the site for cultural heritage during
ground disturbing activities.
The condition of heritage sites and protective measures at the sites shall be monitored at
the following intervals:

When construction activities are Daily

occurring within 10 m of the sites:

At other times: At least every 7 days

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PART K - REPORTING

177.K1 REPORTING
(a) General
All environmental monitoring results and all non-conformance reports relating to
environmental performance and current status shall be submitted to the Superintendent
monthly or as agreed by the Superintendent.
The Contractor shall submit to the Superintendent copies of the data/information listed in
Table 177.K1.01. This data/information shall include both the data for the latest reporting
period and a summary of use to date in the Contract.
Table 177.K1.01
Data/Information Frequency

Pollution Infringement Notices or Pollution Abatement Within 24 hours of receipt by

Notices and/or any notices of prosecution the Contractor.

Statutory documents obtained by the Contractor as part of Within one week of receipt by
the project (e.g. permits) the Contractor.

Results of any air quality and water quality monitoring Monthly

undertaken as part of the project

Itemised quantities of any materials nominated within the Quarterly

sustainability attributes schedule. This includes both
materials in the pavement material and other sustainability
categories.

Itemised quantities and types of materials sent off-site Quarterly

including prescribed waste certificates

Itemised quantities and sources of all water used on-site Quarterly

(b) Notice of Authority Inspections

The Contractor shall notify the Superintendent within 24 hours of all environmental
inspections, correspondence and/or discussions with the EPA or other authorities.
The Contractor shall allow site access to authorities, however must do so in a manner that
protects the health and safety of the authority representatives.

177.K2 ENVIRONMENTAL INCIDENTS

In the event that an environmental incident occurs in relation to the work under the Contract,
the Contractor shall:
• take immediate action to avoid continuance of the incident (which may include cessation of
work), and to minimise the effect of the incident on the environment, as outlined in any
Environmental Management or Environmental Improvement Plans;
• immediately notify the Superintendent and EPA Pollution Watch (Tel. 1300EPAVIC) and
other responsible authorities of the incident (or by 9am the next working day if the incident
occurs outside working hours); and
• submit to the Superintendent for review an incident report within 7 days of the incident.
The incident report shall include photographs where available and cover details of the
incident and the proposed corrective action to avoid a re-occurrence.

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PART L - AUDITS

177.L1 ENVIRONMENTAL AUDITS AND SURVEILLANCE

(a) Independent Auditing of the Environmental Management Plan Prior to the

Commencement of Works
The Contractor shall arrange an audit of the Environmental Management Plan prior to the
commencement of Works.
The environmental audit shall be undertaken by an environmental auditor that:
• is listed on VicRoads ‘Register for Pre-qualified Contractors and Consultants’ for the
level ‘Environmental Auditing (Construction)’;
• is independent of the Contractor (a specialist in the employ of the Contractor is not
acceptable); and
• has no involvement in the development of the Contractor’s EMP for the works under this
Contract.
The Contractor’s Environmental Management Plan shall be audited to ensure compliance
with this Specification and to verify that the EMP will be sufficient to protect the beneficial
uses.
The auditor shall complete and sign a declaration in accordance with Attachment B to this
Section 177. The declaration shall accompany submission of the documents to the
Superintendent.

(b) Surveillance and Audits During Construction

The Superintendent will arrange surveillance and audits to verify the effectiveness of the
Environmental Management Plan and compliance with this Specification.
The Contractor shall co-operate with any reasonable requests by the Superintendent or
from relevant environmental agencies to undertake environmental audits and or
surveillance activities of the Contract.
All non-conformances arising from an audit shall be addressed by the Contractor. The
Contractor shall take immediate action to address any significant environmental non-
conformance identified by an audit.
If the Contractor does not take action to address a non-conformance, the Superintendent
may act to resolve the non-conformance and the cost of such action shall be deducted
from moneys due or becoming due to the Contractor.

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PART M - REFERENCES

177.M1 REFERENCES

Environment protection shall be implemented in accordance with, but not limited to, the
references listed in Table 177.M1.01. The reference shall be the edition or version current at
the time of closing of tenders.

Table 177.M1.01 References

STATUTORY GUIDELINES / PUBLICATIONS

Australian and New Zealand Environment and Conservation Council - Australian Water
Quality Guidelines for Fresh and Marine Waters
Environment Protection Authority Publication 275 – Construction Techniques for Sediment
Pollution Control
Environment Protection Authority Publication 347 – Bunding Guidelines
Environment Protection Authority Publication 441 – A Guide to the Sampling and Analysis of
Waters, Wastewaters, Soils and Wastes
Environment Protection Authority Publication 448 – Classifications of Wastes
Environment Protection Authority Publication 480 – Environmental Guidelines for Major
Construction Sites
Environment Protection Authority Publication 464.2 – Use of Reclaimed Water
Environment Protection Authority Publication 669 – Groundwater Sampling Guidelines
Environment Protection Authority Publication 960 – Doing It Right On Subdivisions
Environment Protection Authority Publication 1178 – Off-site Management and Acceptance
to Landfill
Environment Protection Authority Publicaiton 1254 – Noise Control Guidelines
Environment Protection Authority Publication 1436 to 1442 - Industrial Waste Fact Sheet
Series
State Environment Protection Policy (Air Quality Management)
State Environment Protection Policy (Groundwaters of Victoria)
State Environment Protection Policy (Prevention and Management of Contaminated Land)
State Environment Protection Policy (Waters of Victoria) and schedules
Department of Environment and Primary Industries – Permitted clearing of native
vegetation Biodiversity assessment guidelines
Department of Environment and Primary Industries – Native vegetation gain scoring manual

VICROADS DOCUMENTS

VicRoads Sustainability and Climate Change Policy

VicRoads Environmental Risk Management Guidelines
VicRoads Integrated Water Management Guidelines
VicRoads Contaminated Land (Planning, Construction and Maintenance) Guidelines
VicRoads Cultural Heritage Guidelines
VicRoads Biodiversity Guidelines
VicRoads Noise Guidelines - Construction and Maintenance Works
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Table 177.M1.01 References … continued

AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS

AS 2187.2 Explosives - Storage and use - Use of explosives

AS 2436 – Guide to noise and vibration control on construction, demolition and
maintenance sites
AS 3580.10.2 Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of
particulate matter – impinged matter – gravimetric method
AS 3580.10.1 Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air.
Method 10.1 Determination of particulate matter – Deposited matter – Gravimetric method
AS 3580.9.6 Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air.
Method 9.6 Determination of suspended particulate matter—PM10 high volume sampler
with size selective inlet—Gravimetric method
AS 3580.9.7 Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air.
Method 9.7 Determination of suspended particulate matter—PM10 dichotomous sampler —
Gravimetric method
AS 3580.9.8 Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air.
Method 9.8 Determination of suspended particulate matter — PM10 continuous direct mass
method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance analyser
AS 3580.9.9 Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air.
Method 9.9 Determination of suspended particulate matter — PM10 low volume sampler —
Gravimetric method
AS 3580.9.11 Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air.
Method 9.11 Determination of suspended particulate matter — PM10 beta attenuation
monitors
AS 3580.14 Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – meteorological monitoring
for ambient air quality monitoring applications

ADDITIONAL REPORTS AND TOOLS

Austroads Guide to Road Design - Part 6B: Roadside Environment and VicRoads Supplement
to AGRD Part 6B
Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control – International Erosion Control Association
Engineers Australia - Australian Runoff Quality
Melbourne Water (2005) WSUD Engineering Procedures: Stormwater
VicRoads Carbon Gauge Calculator
VicRoads Temporary Sedimentation Basin Sizing Tool
VicRoads Project Environment Protection Strategy ##(insert name, date and version):
German Standard DIN 4150, part 3 – 1999 Effects of Vibration on Structures
##(insert report names relating to Flora and Fauna studies):
##(insert report names relating to Cultural Heritage studies):
##(insert report names of other relevant pre-construction investigations):
##(insert any other relevant references):

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ATTACHMENT A TO SECTION 177

RAINFALL INTENSITY CHART

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ATTACHMENT B TO SECTION 177

DECLARATION
ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN VERIFICATION

VicRoads Contract ##[Contract No]: – ##[description]:

Name of Contractor :.........................................................................................................................

Environmental Plan(s):......................................................................................................................

......................................................................................................................(Document Reference)

I .........................................................................................................................................................

of .......................................................................................................................................................

in my capacity as Consultant to the above named company certify that:

(a) I am an environmental professional who -

(i) has demonstrated competence and suitable experience in the application of
environmental controls and environmental management procedures in a
construction environment;
(ii) is listed on VicRoads ‘Register for Pre-qualified Contractors and Consultants’
for the level ‘Environmental Auditing (Construction)’;
(iii) is independent of the Contractor (a specialist in the employ of the Contractor
is not acceptable); and
(iv) has had no involvement in the development of the Contractors’
Environmental Management Plan for the works under this Contract.
(b) I have visited the Site and areas where work under the Contract will be carried out and
familiarised myself with works to be undertaken under the Contract.
(c) I have reviewed and assessed the above document/s and it/they -
(i) address the environmental requirements of the works to be carried out under
the above Contract,
(ii) satisfies all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements,
(iii) complies with all applicable Codes of Practice and EPA Guidelines,
(iv) addresses all the requirements of VicRoads ‘Environmental Management
Guidelines’ and other relevant VicRoads guidelines.
(d) In signing this declaration, I endorse the above document as adequate and fit for purpose.

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 VicRoads

ATTACHMENT C TO SECTION 177

DECLARATION
TEMPORARY SEDIMENTATION BASIN VERIFICATION

VicRoads Contract ##[Contract No]: – ##[description]:

Name of Contractor :.........................................................................................................................

Name of Consulting Company :........................................................................................................

Document(s) Description and Reference Nos.:................................................................................

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Area/stream/sensitive uses intended for protection by temporary sedimentation basin:

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I .........................................................................................................................................................

of .......................................................................................................................................................

in my capacity as an Independent Consultant to the above named construction contractor

certify that:

(a) I have reviewed and assessed the above document(s) for the control of water runoff from
the site associated with a 1:2 ARI (39.35% AEP) over a 6 hour duration and verify that the
proposed temporary sedimentation basin(s) has/have been designed as a
containment/treatment pond (strikethrough as appropriate) and -
(i) will address the requirements of the works (and the catchment) to provide
environmental protection for the catchment, and
(ii) are modelled in accordance with industry recognised ‘best practice’ methodology
for design of sedimentation basins;
(b) in signing this declaration I endorse the above document(s) as adequate and fit for
purpose.

Signed

Name (please print)

On behalf of (Company)

Date