Site facilities i.e., workers’ quarters, site office and workshop, are examples of facilities established on-site to ensure the smooth development of the project. Development of these facilities require site preparation activities such as site clearing and earthwork that could trigger soil erosion if there is no proper planning. Selecting the location of facilities should also be carried out before commencing construction of facilities, to prevent any disturbance to nearby sensitive areas
Target
Well-planned site facilities to minimise impacts on the environment.
Standard Operating Procedures
3.1 PREPARATION OF SITE FACILITIES (WORKERS’ QUARTERS, WORKSHOP AND SITE OFFICE)
3.1.1 Identify the location of facilities based on the mitigation measures map in the AEC.
3.1.2 Conduct minimal site clearing and earthwork on areas designated for the establishment of site facilities.
3.2 DRAINAGE SYSTEM
3.2.1 Workers’ Quarters
3.2.1.1 Provide an effective drainage system at the workers’ quarters.
3.2.1.2 Conduct weekly maintenance to ensure no blockages in the drainage system.
3.2.2 Workshop
3.2.2.1 Construct workshop with an effective drainage system.
3.2.2.2 Conduct weekly maintenance to ensure no blockages in the drainage system.
Plate 12: Example of drainage system at workers’ quarters.
Plate 13: Example of earth drain for site facility.
3.3 LOCATION OF SITE FACILITIES
3.3.1 Workers’ Quarters
3.3.1.1 Establish workers’ quarters at a minimum horizontal distance of 30 metres away from the top of the bank (of the nearest river or watercourse) or distance specified in the AEC / MD.
3.3.2 Workshop
3.3.2.1 Establish workshop at a minimum horizontal distance of 50 metres away from the top of the bank (of the nearest river or watercourse) or distance specified in the AEC / MD.
Plate 13: Example of earth drain for site facility.