MS Subhan Allah Protein Farm, MBD

ELITE ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EXAMINATION (IEE)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION
This executive summary presents an overview of the main findings of the Initial Environmental
Examination (IEE) report of “M/S Subhan Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed” located
at “Nain Ranjha Tehsil & District Mandi Bahauddin”. The main objective is the
establishment of Poultry Farm is to reducing poverty, malnutrition and unemployment problem
in the surrounding areas and secondly, it provides quality Broiler Chicken to customer and
maintain the supply sufficiently. Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) of the project has been
conducted in accordance with the Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act, 2012 and
IEE/EIA Regulations, 2000. The process for conducting environmental assessment and the
results of IEE are described in this document.
BRIEF OUTLINES OF PROJECT:
PROPONENT NAME: Mr. Nasir Ali
PROJECT TITLE: M/S Subhan Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed
PROJECT LOCATION: Nain Ranjha Tehsil & District Mandi Bahauddin
CONSULTANT NAME: Elite Environmental Solutions (EES)
TOTAL AREA: 196 Kanal & 16 Marla
SOURCE OF WATER Groundwater
NATURE OF AREA: Barren/Open Land
SOURCE OF POWER WAPDA
NO. OF CONTROL SHEDS: Two
CAPACITY OF PROJECT: 60,000 to 65,000 chicks
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Will be managed by Poultry Farm management by

collecting litter and poultry droppings from the poultry Farm sold to local farmers used as
fertilizer for agriculture.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The main aim is the establishment of “M/S Subhan Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed”
is to develop a modern and stable Farm to reduce the local poverty, malnutrition and
unemployment problem and secondly, it provides quality Broiler Chicken for meat production
to market and maintain the supply sufficiently.
SITE ALTERNATIVES FOR POULTRY FARM
It would provide positive benefits such as employment for a significant number of persons;
many who will be employed from the wider community. Additionally, the cumulative effect of
this type of development would result in noticeable economic benefits for the community. The
project will also make a positive contribution to social infrastructure and overall residential
development.so there is no need of considering site alternatives. Therefore, off-site alternative
locations were not studied for this project.
SCREENING
As per directions of PEPA Act 2012, the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE)/
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations, 2000, the establishment of “M/S Subhan
Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed” falls in the category of Agriculture, Livestock and
Fisheries mentioned in Schedule I, under the category A (1) i.e Poultry, Livestock, stud and fish
farms with total cost more than Rs.10 Million.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS:
An Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) study report has been prepared to identify and
predict the significant environmental impacts likely to arise from the commencement of the
project along with environmental impact statement followed by delineation of appropriate
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Environmental Management Plan and Environmental Monitoring Plan to check the

implementation of the EMP. Proponent of “M/S Subhan Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control
Shed” have decided to conduct IEE report through Environmental Consultants, namely Elite
Environmental Solutions (EES) at 35-UG, Eden Tower, Main Boulevard, Gulberg, Lahore.
MAJOR IMPACTS AND RECOMMENDED MITIGATION MEASURES:
Keeping in view, all the findings of the baseline study, and through general observation and
desktop study, and understanding of the activities and processes involved in the project,
environmental impacts have been anticipated. Following impact assessment methodology; i.e.
defining the criteria for evaluation of the impacts, identification of mitigation measures (all
possible options) for impacts identified as significant, evaluation of the residual impacts and
identification of the monitoring requirements, adequate and effective mitigation measures have
been proposed for all construction and operation related likely environmental impacts of the
project. These mitigation measures have been proposed in order of attempts to eliminate or
minimize the impact, provide some compensation or rehabilitate the environment by some
means.
Whether describes an impact as having both spatial and temporal impacts, which can be
described as the change in an environmental parameter over a specified period and within a
defined area, resulting from a particular activity compared with the situation, which would have
occurred, had the activity not been initiated.
Key impacts related to the construction phase include:

 Construction Noise
 Solid Waste
 Soil Contamination
 Air Pollution
 Community and Workers’ Safety
 Employment Conflicts
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Since the project is to be commenced on Proponent owned area and no human settlement exists
on site, construction related impacts are not expected to extend to the community. Anticipated
impacts associated with the construction phase however include noise (machine noise and
vehicular noise), air emissions from earthwork and construction machinery and vehicles, and
soil contamination due to leakage from or accidents of the construction or transportation vehicles
or during on-site refueling, solid waste from construction, municipal water used and safety of
the workers and employment conflicts as the major adverse environmental impacts.
Mitigation measures recommended to be incorporated into the project include running the
machines and vehicles on good quality (low-sulfur fuels) in good working order ensuring regular
maintenance, tuning and servicing, and providing them with emission control devices, such as
mufflers and silencers, etc. Water suppression and covered transportation and storage of the
construction materials and slow driving on unpaved roads will control dust emission. Regular
testing for leakage detection will also be ensured. Solid waste of construction and demolition
activities will be used for flooring, while the remaining solid waste will be managed as per local
administration practices in the area. For community safety, irrelevant persons will not be allowed
inside and boundary of the site will be fenced. Safety of the workers will be ensured by
developing SOPs for all jobs, training the workers to follow SOPs, discouraging any careless
attitude of workers and providing the workers with, and encouraging them to use PPEs.
Key impacts related to the operation phase include:
 Wastewater
 Solid Waste
 Energy Management
 Safety, Public Health & Nuisances
However, the magnitude of these impacts shall be very low and insignificant. Only municipal
wastewater will be generated, which will be handled via Septic Tank. Solid waste will not be
allowed to pile up and the municipal solid waste will be managed by Local Municipal
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Administration in the area. Air pollution will not be there in this project. High noise vehicles
will not be allowed in proposed Poultry Farm.
PROPOSED MONITORING:
Environmental impact of a project is worked out using various factors and parameters, so that an
Environmental Management Plan can be evolved to take mitigation measures, wherever these
might be considered necessary in order of appropriateness of elimination, reduction and
compensation as the goals. The development of the EMP is to make some person responsible for
implementing the mitigation measures as identified so that smooth implementation of the
mitigation measures can be assured. Monitoring plans have also been included to ensure the
compliance of the EMP by contractors and other responsible authorities. These plans have been
included in Chapter-6 of the report.
During construction, ambient air quality for dust level in particular, vehicle and equipment
exhaust, noise level (tests), solid waste management and soil contamination, and community and
workers’ safety (visual) need to be monitored. Monitoring Plan has been included in Chapter-6.
During operation Phase, solid waste management will be monitored. Plan has been included in
Chapter-6.
CONCLUSION
The Initial Environmental Examination contains description of the project, description of the
environmental baselines, potential environmental impacts and suggested mitigation measures.
An implementation mechanism for mitigation measures in the form of an Environmental
Management Plan is included in the study. While the objectives of this study have been to
describe the project and its environmental impact, it also identifies adverse environmental
aspects associated with the project. Appropriate mitigation measures as explained in the
environmental study should reduce, if not eliminate, these impacts so that these may remain
within acceptable limits.
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It is concluded in this study that all potential environmental concerns associated with the project
will be adequately addressed, and no further study is required in this context. This report further
draws the conclusion that the impacts identified are easily manageable and reversible, no long-
term impact is expecting and no deterioration or consequential depletion of local natural
resources is expected. It is accordingly recommended that Environmental Approval for the
project should be issued by the Punjab Environmental Protection Agency, subject to payment of
the requisite scrutiny fee by the proponents of the project.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ................................................................................................. i
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 7
1.1 GENERAL ..................................................................................................................... 7

1.2 PURPOSE OF REPORT ............................................................................................... 7
1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROPONENT ................................................................ 8
1.4.1 Nature of Project .......................................................................................................... 8
1.4 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROJECT ....................................................................... 8
1.4.2 Size of Project .............................................................................................................. 8
1.4.3 Location of Project ....................................................................................................... 8
1.4.4 Area of Project ............................................................................................................. 8
1.4.5 Cost of The Project....................................................................................................... 8
1.4 DETAILS OF CONSULTANTS ................................................................................... 8
1.5 SCOPE OF STUDY..................................................................................................... 10
1.6 METHODOLOGY ...................................................................................................... 11
 SCOPING .................................................................................................................... 11
 BASELINE DATA COLLECTION ............................................................................ 12
 IMPACT ASSESSMENT ............................................................................................ 12
 DOCUMENTATION .................................................................................................. 13
1.7 STRUCTURE OF REPORT ........................................................................................ 13
CHAPTER 2: DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT ................................................................ 15
2.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................... 15

2.2 TYPE AND CATEGORY OF PROJECT ................................................................... 15
2.3 OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT ...................................................................................... 15
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2.4 ALTERNATIVES ....................................................................................................... 15

2.5 LOCATION AND SITE LAYOUT OF PROJECT .................................................... 16
2.5.1 Location of The Project ............................................................................................ 16
2.5.2 Site Layout of the Project ......................................................................................... 16
2.6 LAND USE ON SITE.................................................................................................. 16
2.8 VEGETATION FEATURES OF SITE ........................................................................ 16
2.9 COST AND MAGNITUDE OF OPERATION............................................................. 16
2.10 PROPOSED SCHEDULE OF IMPLEMENTATION ................................................ 17
2.11.1 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT ................................................................................ 17
2.11.1 Proposed Poultry Farm/Controlled Shed ..................................................................... 18
2.11.2 Disease Prevention and Control ................................................................................. 20
2.11.3 Total Project Cost ........................................................................................................ 20
2.11.4 Final Product ................................................................................................................ 20
2.11.5 Work force Requirements ........................................................................................ 21
2.12 SUPPLIES ................................................................................................................ 21
2.13 WASTEWATER DISPOSAL .................................................................................. 22
2.14 SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL ................................................................................... 22
2.15 HEALTH & SAFETY OF PROPOSED PROJECT .................................................... 23
2.16 RESTORATION AND REHABILITATION PLANS ............................................... 24
CHAPTER 3: STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS & STANDARDS ................................ 25
3.1 EXISTING LEGISLATION AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK ..................................... 25

3.2 INSTITUTIONAL SETUP .......................................................................................... 25
3.2.1 Environmental Protection Councils ........................................................................... 25
3.2.2 Environmental Protection Agencies ........................................................................... 25
3.3 RELEVANT LEGAL / INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK ...................................... 25

3.4 PAKISTAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ORDER (PEPO) 1983 ........... 26

3.5 PUNJAB ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (AMMENDMENT) ACT, 2012 . 26
3.6 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, 2005 ................................................ 27
3.7 REVIEW OF IEE / IEE REGULATIONS, 2000 ..................................................... 28
3.8 GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF IEE/EIA REPORTS .................... 28
3.9 PAKISTAN PENAL CODE, 1860 .......................................................................... 28
3.10 THE LAND ACQUISITION ACT, 1894 ................................................................ 29
3.11 LABOR LAWS ........................................................................................................ 29
CHAPTER 4: DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT ............................................ 30
4.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................ 30

4.2 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT......................................................................................... 30
 Topography .................................................................................................................. 30
4.2.1 Natural and Climate of Mandi Bahauddin ................................................................. 31
4.2.2 Ground Water ........................................................................................................... 35
4.3 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT ................................................................................ 35
4.3.1 Flora ........................................................................................................................... 36
4.3.2 Fauna .......................................................................................................................... 36
4.3.3 Protected areas / National Sanctuaries ....................................................................... 37
4.4 SOCIOECONOMIC ASSESSMENT......................................................................... 37
4.5 Employment and Unemployment ..................................................................................... 40
4.6 Conclusion ................................................................................................................... 42
CHAPTER 5: POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION
MEASURES
5.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................... 43

5.2 OBJECTIVES .............................................................................................................. 43

5.3 IMPACT ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY ............................................................ 43

5.3.1 Screening of Potential Impacts ................................................................................... 43
5.3.2 Identification of Mitigation Measures ........................................................................ 43
5.4 IMPACTS ASSOCIATED WITH PROJECT LOCATION ....................................... 44
5.5 IMPACTS ASSOCIATED WITH DESIGN PHASE ................................................. 44
5.5.1 Mitigation Measures at Design Phase ........................................................................ 44
5.6 IMPACT DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE ........................................................ 45
5.6.1 Physical Environment ....................................................................................... 45
5.7 PROPOSED MITIGATION MEASURES DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE..... 47
5.7.1 Disposal of Construction Waste/Excavated Material ....................................... 48
5.7.2 Noise and Vibration ................................................................................................ 49
5.7.3 Flora .................................................................................................................. 49
5.7.4 Fauna ................................................................................................................. 50
5.7.5 Relocation of Utilities ....................................................................................... 50
5.7.6 Traffic Congestion and Disturbance to People ................................................. 50
5.7.7 Poverty Alleviation ........................................................................................... 51
5.7.8 Sanitation and Solid Waste Disposal ................................................................ 51
5.7.9 Workers’ Safety and Hygienic Conditions ....................................................... 51
5.8 OPERATIONAL PHASE POTENTIAL IMPACTS .................................................. 52
5.8.1 PHYSICAL IMPACTS .............................................................................................. 52
 Air Quality ............................................................................................................... 52
 Noise ........................................................................................................................ 52
 Wastewater ............................................................................................................... 53
 Solid Waste .............................................................................................................. 53
 Smell/Odor ................................................................................................................... 54
5.9 SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT ............................................................................... 54

5.10 POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT MEASURES ...................... 55

 Tree Plantation ............................................................................................................. 55
5.11 IDENTIFICATION OF IMPACTS AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE ........................... 55
CHAPTER 6: ENVIRONMENTAL MANGEMENT AND MONITORING PLAN ........ 55
6.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................ 55

6.2 OBJECTIVES OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ........................... 55
6.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN. ............................................................. 55
6.4 INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY OF THE UNIT.............................................................. 61
6.5 ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING SCHEDULES ....................................................... 61
6.6 SUMMARY OF IMAPCTS AND THEIR MITIGATION MEASURES ..................... 62
6.7 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DETAILS ................................................................... 63
6.8 ENVIRONMENTAL BUDGET....................................................................................... 63
CHAPTER 7: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS ....................................... 64
7.1 CONCLUSION ................................................................................................................. 64

7.2 RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................................................................. 65

LIST OF ANNEXURE
Following Documents are attached as annexure.
ANNEXURE I: LAYOUT MAP
ANNEXURE II: GOOGLE EARTH MAP
ANNEXURE III: PROPERTY DOCUMENTS
ANNEXURE IV: PROPONENT CNIC (COPY)
ANNEXURE V: TERMS OF REFERENCE
ANNEXURE VI: GLOSSARY
ANNEXURE VII: LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
ANNEXURE VIII: SOURCES OF DATA
ANNEXURE IX: PROJECT TEAM
ANNEXURE X: UNDERTAKING

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
This Report presents the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) for the “M/S Subhan Allah
Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed” located at “Nain Ranjha Tehsil & District Mandi
Bahauddin”. The main objective of the study is to point out all possible impacts arising from
the construction and operational phase of the project and to find out appropriate measures for
their mitigation, to either eliminate those impacts or to bring them to acceptable level. This Initial
Environmental Examination (IEE) identifies the baseline environmental, physical and the socio-
economic conditions and the potential impacts along with formulation of suitable mitigation
measures of an environment friendly implementation of the proposed project.
1.2 PURPOSE OF REPORT
The main objectives of this IEE study were:
 To determine and document the state of the environment of the project area to establish a
baseline in order to assess the suitability of the Project in that area.
 To identify pre-construction, construction and operation activities and to assess their

impacts on environment.
 Provide assistance to the proponent for planning, designing and implementing the project
in a way that would eliminate or minimize the negative impact on the biophysical and
socio-economic environment and maximizing the benefits to all parties in cost effective
manner.
 To present Mitigation and Monitoring Plan to smoothly implement the suggested

mitigation measures and supervise their efficiency and effectiveness.
 To provide opportunity to the public for understanding the project and its impacts on the
community and their environment in the context of sustainable development.

 Prepare an IEE Report for submittal to the Environmental Protection Agency, Punjab for
according Environmental Approval.
1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROPONENT
Name: Mr. Nasir Ali S/O Ghulam Ali
Address: R/O Nain Ranjha Post Office Khas Tehsil & District Mandi Bahauddin
The Project under study is titled as Establishment of “M/S Subhan Allah Protein Farm/Poultry
Control Shed”. Its salient features have been described later in this Chapter, Chapter 2 and briefly
in Executive Summary of the IEE.
1.4 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROJECT
1.4.1 Nature of Project
This project is the Establishment of Poultry Farm/Control Shed.

1.4.2 Size of Project
Proposed Project is consisting of two shed. Total area of plot is 196 Kanal & 16 Marla.
The layout Map of poultry Farm is annexed with the report.
1.4.3 Location of Project
Nain Ranjha Tehsil & District Mandi Bahauddin
1.4.4 Area of Project
Project will have total area of 196 Kanal & 16 Marla.
1.4.5 Cost of the Project

Cost of project has been estimated 15 million including Capital and Operational Cost.
1.4 DETAILS OF CONSULTANTS
For the preparation of the IEE Report of this Project, the proponent has hired the services of the
environmental consultants; M/S ELITE Environmental Solutions (EES). Team comprising of

environmental engineers, chemical engineers, environmental experts and environmentalists has

worked on this report. The following table lists the names of those experts.
Name Profession Qualification Professional Roles

Experience
Mr. Principle BE Chemical 7 Years  CEO
Muhammad Environmental Engineering  IEE report Review
Nawaz Advisor  Assessment of physical and
socioeconomic baseline
conditions at the Project Site.
Mr. M Iqbal Senior M.Phil. Env. 5 Years  Capacity building & training
Environmentalist Sci.  Conducting and monitoring of
health assessment surveys
 Environment health risk
assessment and management
Mr. Senior B.S Env. Sci. 6 Years  Collection of baseline data.
Mubasher Environmentalist and M.Phil.  Public consultation.
Sociology  Preparation of survey tools
including socio-economic
survey tool and environmental
checklist.
Mr. Hafiz Junior M.Phil. Env. 2 Years  Business Development
Tahir Environmentalist Sciences Manager
Mehmood  Site Alternatives Analysis
 Project Impact on Location &
Design
Ms. Farwa Environmental MSc 3 Years  IEE/EMP report writing
Batool Engineer Environmental  EIA report writing
Engineering  Assessment of physical and
 Impacts assessment and
proposed their mitigation
measures.


Ms. Environmentalist BS.Hons. 1 Year  IEE report writing

Zarafshan Ali Environmental  EIA report writing
Sciences  Assessment of physical and
measures.
Ms. Iram Environmental MSc 1 Year  IEE/EMP report writing
Shahzadi Engineer Environmental  EIA report writing
Engineering  Assessment of physical and
measures.
Table 1: List of Experts
1.5 SCOPE OF STUDY
For the IEE study, the scope of work is as under:
 Description of physical, ecological and socio-economic conditions in and around the

facility.
 Project impact identification, prediction and significance at all stages of the project
including planning, implementation and operation.
 Identification and assessment of the workability of mitigation measures to offset or

minimize negative project impacts on environment.
 Identification of occupational hazards during all stages of the project and laying down
suggestions for improvement in the conditions.

1.6 METHODOLOGY
Methodology of preparing IEE report follows:
 SCOPING
The key activities of this phase include:
Project Data Compilation: A generic description of the activities relevant to environmental

assessment is compiled with the help of the proponent.
Published Literature Review: Secondary data on weather, water resources and vegetation, and
other relevant environmental features of the project area and the similar projects, is reviewed
and compiled.
Legislative Review: Information on relevant legislations, regulations, guidelines, and standards

is reviewed and compiled.
Identification of Potential Impacts: The information collected is reviewed and potential

environmental issues are identified.
Identification of Mitigation Measures: Mitigation measures are identified for all the likely
impacts in order of preference for avoiding the impacts altogether, minimizing their frequency
or extent and compensating or rectifying the losses; as may be found practicable in the project.
Selection of Alternatives: Based on the potential impacts and the cost required to mitigate
them, most crucial project employing the best available technology at the most feasible site is
selected.
Scoping Meeting: A scoping meeting was held to share this basic level of project information
with all the project stakeholders before the information is incorporated into the report, so that
some improvement can be sought out in the data as may be necessary, better or more friendly
alternatives can be selected, and better and more practicable mitigation measures can be
suggested.

 BASELINE DATA COLLECTION
A considerable amount of baseline information on the project area was available from the
environmental studies previously conducted in the region of other projects. A field visit was
conducted to collect primary data on the water quality, ambient air quality, noise level, and
ecological species surviving in the area and the ecosystems prevalent, and the lifestyle, socio-
cultural setup, income and sources of income and the facilities available for the residents in the
areas around the unit. For ambient air and water quality, tests were conducted by an EPA-
certified laboratory, noise level was measured using noise meter, and for socioeconomic profile,
people around the site were interviewed.
 IMPACT ASSESSMENT
The environmental and socio-economic features and other project information collected, is used
to assess the potential impacts of the activities. The issues studied include potential project
impacts on:
 Geomorphology
 Meteorology
 Groundwater and surface water quality
 Ambient air quality& noise level
 The ecology of the area, including flora and fauna
 Local communities
Wherever possible and applicable, the discussion covers the following aspects:
 The potential change(s) in environmental parameters likely to be effected by project
related activities
 The identification of potential impacts
 The evaluation of the likelihood and significance of potential impacts
 The defining of mitigation measures to reduce impacts to as low as practicable

 The prediction of any residual impacts, including all long-term and short-term,
direct and indirect, and beneficial and adverse impacts
 The drafting of monitoring arrangements of residual impacts.
 DOCUMENTATION
This IEE Report is prepared according to the relevant guidelines prescribed by the Punjab
Environmental Protection Agency at the end of assessment. It includes findings of all the phases
of the assessment process. Before preparation of the final report for submittal to the EPA Punjab,
draft report was presented to the Proponent for review and comments.
1.7 STRUCTURE OF REPORT
IEE Report comprises following chapters:
Chapter 1: Introduction (A description of the project, proponent and consultants, the need for
the project and the report and method of preparing it).
Chapter 2: Project Description (Full description of the relevant parts of the project and
summary of project inputs and outputs).
Chapter 3: Policy, statutory, and institutional Framework (A description of the pertinent

national & provincial legislations, regulations and policies that are relevant and applicable to the
project and a demonstration of how the project conforms to them).
Chapter 4: Baseline Study (Description of project area’s existing physical, biological and socio-
economic condition, including geomorphology and soils, water resources, air quality, flora, fauna
and demography).
Chapter 5: Project Impacts and mitigation measures (Presents an assessment of the project’s
impacts, suggested mitigation measures in order of eliminating or minimizing the impacts or
compensating for the loss or rehabilitating the environment, residual impacts and the monitoring
requirements).

Chapter 6: Environmental Management & Monitoring Plans (Provides Environmental

Management Plan & Environmental Monitoring Plan for both construction and operation phases
of the project).
Chapter 7: Conclusions & Recommendations (Concludes the IEE Report with a few
recommendations to conduct the project in environment-friendly manner).

CHAPTER 2: DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
2.1 GENERAL
This section of the study concentrates on details of the project and its salient features; such as
location, site layout, objectives, selection of alternatives, cost and magnitude of operation and
various phases. Inputs and discharges relevant to different phases of the project, such as
electricity & materials, etc. have also been examined as a response to possible environmental
concerns.
2.2 TYPE AND CATEGORY OF PROJECT
As per directions of PEPA Act 2012, the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE)/
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations, 2000, the establishment of “M/S Subhan
Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed” falls in the category of Agriculture, Livestock and
Fisheries mentioned in Schedule I, under the category A (1) i.e Poultry, Livestock, stud and fish
farms with total cost more than Rs.10 Million.
2.3 OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT

The main aim and objective of “M/S Subhan Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed” is to
establish a modern, stable Farm that will help in reducing poverty, malnutrition and local
unemployment problem. Besides, it will also provide quality Broiler Chicken to nearby local
markets to meet and fulfill increasing meat demand and maintain the supply sufficiently. Day old
chicks from hatcheries are brought on the farm and grown in shed under controlled environment
with the prescribed diet. Temperature is regulated in accordance with the age of chick.
2.4 ALTERNATIVES
 Site Alternatives
It would provide positive benefits such as employment for a significant number of persons; many
who will be employed from the wider community. Additionally, the cumulative effect of this
type of development would result in noticeable economic benefits for the community. The

project will also make a positive contribution to social infrastructure and overall residential
development.so there is no need of considering site alternatives. Therefore, off-site alternative
locations were not studied for this project.
2.5 LOCATION AND SITE LAYOUT OF PROJECT
2.5.1 Location of the Project
Project site is located at “Nain Ranjha Tehsil & District Mandi Bahauddin”. A site Layout
Map is Annexed at the end of IEE report.
2.5.2 Site Layout of the Project
Layout map of the project site is attached with the report.
2.6 LAND USE ON SITE

The proposed land for shed construction is agriculture/open land. A worker’s camp is there at the
site. Residential settlement is located about 01 Kilometer away from the proposed project site.
ROAD ACCESS
Nanin Ranjah Road is in front of project site. All the roads are accessing the metaled & nearby
the proposed project site.
2.8 VEGETATION FEATURES OF SITE
Land is agriculture and there are no plants or vegetation on site. Local plants will be grown at the
project and along the boundary and roadside.
2.9 COST AND MAGNITUDE OF OPERATION
Total Cost of project is approximately at 15 million including capital and operational cost.
Magnitude of project includes the planning work, site survey, site clearing work, infrastructure
work, structural work, electrical and mechanical works and Activities of construction includes
the following:
 Infrastructure works (roads, water supply, sewerage and drainage, gas, electrical works etc.)

 Installation of lights
 Plantation of plants and grass
2.10 PROPOSED SCHEDULE OF IMPLEMENTATION
The time required for the construction of Protein Farm is Approximately 01 year. Breakdown of
the time for the construction phase is given below in Table:
2 Table: Timeline for Construction of Project
3 Months 3 Months 4 Months 2Months

Sr.
# Activities 4W 4W 4W 3W 5W 4W 4W 4W 4W 4W 3W 1W
1 Detailed Designing
Mobilization of
2
Contractors
Lean Construction
3
Period
Peak Construction
4
Period
5 Restoration of Site
2.11.1 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
The poultry control shed is a part of livestock sector, in which, the day old chicks (DOCs) are
raised on high protein feed for a period of six weeks. Broiler meat is the cheapest and dependable
source of animal protein available in the country. The time required for rearing broiler birds is
lesser than that for large animals. The consumption of white meat is increasing due to growing
health consciousness in the masses. Broiler farming is a profitable venture due to continuous
increasing demand of the meat in the market. Annually, seven flocks of birds will be reared on
the same premises of the farm. The broiler birds are sold to traders and the whole sellers markets
in the urban areas. Sometimes birds can also be sold directly to the shopkeepers in the urban
markets.

2.11.1 Proposed Poultry Farm/Controlled Shed
This unit will work for the production of broilers chickens. These birds are marked for meat
purpose to the common masses. The broiler chicks will be purchased from private hatchery. A
flock of 60,000 to 65,000 commercial broiler chicks will be bought after every 7 weeks. The
checks will be set in brooding on litter floor providing specific requirement during 0-5 week and
then finishing phase from 5-7 weeks. The entire specific requirement will be met by automatic
operations of temperature control, feeding and nipple drinking system, which will be monitored
by the concerned staff.
After marketing of broiler at 5 weeks of age, the broiler house will be given 1 week for the
preparation to receive the new flock. During this week, proper cleaning, washing, white washing,
disinfection and fumigation will be performed prior to the arrival of the new flock. During flock,
strict measures for bio-security will be observed at the unit. The following practices starting from
arrival of the chicks to marketing of broilers will be performed under the supervision of an expert.
 Thermostatically temperature control: Low temperature will be controlled with the help of
diesel heaters and high temperature with evaporative cooling system.
 Watering through automatic nipple drinking system.
 Feeding through automatic feeding system.
 Specific vaccination schedule will be adopted for disease control.
 Prophylactic medication will be provided according to requirement.
 Sanitation and disinfection program will be strictly followed during and after the completion
of one flock.
 Computerized record will be maintained for feed intake, body weight and mortality.
 Marketing of finished (ready) broiler
 Features of the Environmentally Controlled Poultry House:
 Day Old Chicks
The Chicks should be uniform size, alert and bright eyed. The shank or leg covering (skin) of
health chicks appears bright and shiny.

 Brooding
Proper brooding temperature is required to keep the chicks in comfort. Diesel heaters supply
heat at the stage of brooding in the Poultry Farm. In the first week 32C0 is quite comfortable.
As chicks grow, the temperature may be reduced at the rate of 2 C0 per week until 24 C0
reached in last week.
 Feeding
Broilers re usually feed with following two types of broiler starter. It is feed to the broiler up
to 5 weeks of age. Secondly, is the Broiler Finisher, which is feed to the Broiler of more than
5 weeks and continued until the age of marketing.
 Housing
Broiler control house size are 22062.00 SFT is enough for 60,000 to 65,000 birds.
 Feeders
The pan feeders of automatic feeding system are for 80-90 birds. Therefore, 60-70 feeders in
a house are enough for 4000-4500 birds.
 Lighting
The control house broiler grows on artificial light (not the sunlight). One house 22062.00 sq.
feet requires 100 energy saver of 9 watts each i.e. 900 watts.
 Automatic feeding system
The nipple is enough for 25-30 birds. In 4000-4500 broilers house total nipples required are
550 there are automatic water system, whenever bird touches the nipple water flows out and
when bird will away no water is there.
 Litter
Litter is spread on the floor. Rice husk is usually for the making the litter. It should be dry and
free of mould. Caked or mould material should be removed and refilled with fresh materials.
Extensively wet and dusty litter should be also not be used. Using new litter for each flock is
good for raising disease free broiler.

2.11.2 Disease Prevention and Control
• Use effective medicines to prevent coccidiosis.

• Keep feed free from aflatoxins.
• Follow bio-security plans by not allowing visitors or attendants to enter sheds without
disinfected boots and clothes.
• Start daily farm operations from youngest group of birds.
• Mortality losses should be kept below 5% by timely prophylactic measures (vaccination,
medication, disinfection etc.). The New Castle Disease, Egg Drop Syndrome and Avian
Influenza are extremely dangerous diseases and can eradicate the entire flock.
2.11.3 Total Project Cost
This proposed Controlled Poultry Farm with two shed will have a population of 60,000 to 65,000
chicks flock/ shed established in a purpose-built controlled shed needs a capital investment of
Rs. 15 million for construction and purchasing farm machinery and equipment including land
along with operational cost.
2.11.4 Final Product
The proposed project will generate revenues from sale of chicken. Assumptions used for the
product mix are as follows:
Table: Product Mix
Product Average Weight Price per Kg

Chicken 2 or 2-1/2 150-170
Table 3: Production Assumptions:
Number of Flocks per year 7

Number of Birds per Flock/shed 60,000 to 65,000 Approx.
Number of shed 2
Total Number of birds per flock 60,000 to 65,000

Time required per Flock (Days) 35-40

Lag time required per Flock (Days) 15-20
Average weight per bird (kg) 2 or 2-1/2
Shed Space Required per Bird (Sq.ft) 0.60
Sale price growth rate 5%
Production capacity utilization 100%
2.11.5 Work force Requirements
Semi-skilled workers are needed to look after the feeding, vaccination and cleaning operations
at the farm. Seven person will be hired to manage the operations of the automated shed. The
personal needed for the farm is as under
Table 4: Manpower used
Description No. Salary (PKR)

Doctor 3 75,000
Supervisor 2 30,000
Houseman 1 5,000
Electrician 1 5,000
Watchman 2 20,000
2.12 SUPPLIES
 Water Balance Analysis
The water requirement for the project is only for feeding of broiler and domestic purpose. Ground
Water will be utilized through motor pump. The Expected demand of water supply is
approximately 300 Liters/day maximum when the Poultry Farm is fully operational. Water
Supply line will be laid separate from sewerage line. The demand depends upon the conditions
of Poultry Sheds such as climate condition etc.

Use of Water Expected Consumption Daily (Liters)
Domestic Use (Washing, Bathing etc.) 90
Drinking 50
Washing of floors 130
Gardening 30
 Electricity
Source of power will be WAPDA and power generator will be used as a back source of electricity.
2.13 WASTEWATER DISPOSAL
Wastewater generated from Poultry Control shed operation is usually not harmful and does not
require treatment because most of the water is used for domestic purposes like washing,
gardening etc. Because, the nature of poultry Farm is only breeding of Broiler Chicken in
controlled Environment. Which does not required water at any stage except for drinking purposes
by birds. Therefore, the wastewater generated is usually discharge to municipal Sewerage Line.
2.14 SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
During development and Construction phase, the general solid waste generation will not be of
any significance. The probable sources of solid wastes during this phase will be, Wastes from
constructional activities comprising bits of masonry, broken bricks, bricks’ powder, buts of iron
bars, and wood pieces. The wastes which will be reusable/recyclable (iron barbuts, aluminum)
should be sold to waste vendors and those which cannot be sold out (brick pieces) may be used
as a filling material for levelling the depressions, subject to technical feasibility Generation of
hazardous wastes is not expected during construction of the project. The litter and poultry
droppings from the broiler Farm will be collected and sold to local farmers. This compost would
then be spread as manure on the fields as an agriculture Fertilizer.

2.15 HEALTH & SAFETY OF PROPOSED PROJECT
Health, Safety & Hygiene includes the following:
 First Aid facility
At workplace, workers and employers should have enough information, knowledge and
training regarding first aid treatment in case of any emergency.
The subject project provides proper medical facilities to workers and staff to cope with
any incidental accidents and proper training about first aid is provided to workers and staff.
 Safety Trainings
Workers and all the staff should be provided with proper training about the work and safety
practices.
 List of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs)
Required personnel protection equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times when on
construction or renovation sites at Poultry Farm.
Depending on the circumstances and potential hazards present, additional PPE may also
be required. This determination will be made by your supervisor based on the preliminary
Hazard Analysis. Main PPEs to be used are:
 Protective gloves
 Hearing protection
 Full face shields when cutting, grinding, or chipping
 Chemical splash googles
 Respiratory protection
 Fall protection equipment when working above 6 feet
 Specific protective clothing such as welding leathers when welding or FR clothing
when working with live electric.

2.16 RESTORATION AND REHABILITATION PLANS
There exists no human settlement on the selected project site to be displaced owing to the
commencement of the Project. No structure of any significance stands at the site to be relocated
or dismantled. Land is already under proponent’s ownership, and no fresh land is to be occupied;
hence, no relocation and rehabilitation is required.
After completion of the construction work all the disturbed sites will be changed into conditions
as they were prior to the commencement of the project or better than that. The area will be planted
with indigenous vegetation. All the concrete will be broken and disposed of according to the
rehabilitation plan. To improve the environmental and aesthetic value or visual quality of the site
once construction ceases, the proponent will carry out landscaping and tree planting. This will
include establishment of flower gardens and lush grass lawns and will involve replenishment of
the top soil.

CHAPTER 3: STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS & STANDARDS
3.1 EXISTING LEGISLATION AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK
The Federal Ministry of Environment was responsible authority for policy making on
environmental protection in Pakistan but after 18thAmendment in the Constitution, the Provincial
Governments have taken over the subject of Environment. This EIA study has been carried out
in the light of the policy guidelines of the Preparation of IEE/EIA Reports under the procedures
and practices formulated by the Pak EPA and adopted by the Punjab Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA).
3.2 INSTITUTIONAL SETUP
3.2.1 Environmental Protection Councils
The Punjab Environmental Protection Council (PEPC) is the apex decision-making body of
Punjab. It has been developed under the provision of Punjab Environmental Protection
(Amendment) Act 2012. It is headed by Chief Minister of Punjab with other members. The
purpose of IEE is basically to obtain Environmental Approval from the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), Punjab in compliance with Pakistan Environmental Protection Act
(PEPA) - 1997, now having been replaced by Punjab Environment Protection (Amendment) Act
2012.
3.2.2 Environmental Protection Agencies
Pak EPA has been established at the Federal level and EPAs are established at Provincial level.
In Punjab, an independent Environmental Protection Agency is constituted headed by the
Director General. Government of Punjab has to notify the establishment of EPA Punjab.
3.3 RELEVANT LEGAL / INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK
The applicable laws for the environmental study of the project are briefly given below. The
proponent of the project will abide by the applicable laws and regulations. A number of laws

have been promulgated by the Government of the Pakistan to deal with the environmental and
social aspects related to the implementation of various development projects in the country. In
1983, the Government of Pakistan issued an Environmental Protection Ordinance (EPO) that
was replaced by the PEPA, 1997, through an Act of Parliament. According to the
18thAmendment in Constitution, the PEPA 1997 has been confined to Federal Area and
provinces have been allowed to formulate their own environmental legislation in the subject of
environment.
Provincial Environment Protection Departments are also working on the formulation and
enforcement of environmental statutes and by-laws. The Pak EPA has issued several policies
guidelines and adopted measures for streamlining the environmental assessment. Though, the
need for environmental screening and assessment has received some weight during the recent
past, strict implementation of the NEQS is still a dream to be realized. The applicable laws for
the environmental study of the Project are briefly described below:
3.4 PAKISTAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ORDER (PEPO) 1983
In 1983, the Government of Pakistan issued an Environmental Protection Ordinance (EPO) 1983.
It was the first legislation promulgated for the protection of environment. According to PEPO,
1983 it was necessary to carry out IEE / EIA for all development projects, but there were no IEE
/ EIA regulations under that ordinance.
3.5 PUNJAB ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (AMMENDMENT) ACT, 2012
Section 12 of the Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act 2012 makes it mandatory
for the proponent of a project to file with the Environmental Protection Agency either an Initial
Environmental Examination (IEE) or Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), as the case may
be, in respect of the project.
Under section 12 (4) of PEPA, (Amended) 2012 “The Provincial Agency shall communicate its
approval or otherwise within a period of four months from the date the initial environmental

examination or environmental impact assessment is filed complete in all respects in accordance

with the prescribed procedure, failing which the Initial Environmental Examination or, as the
case may be, the Environmental Impact Assessment shall be deemed to have been approved, to
the extent to which it does not contravene the provisions of this Act and the rules and
regulations”.
As per definition given in the Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act 2012,
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) means an environmental study comprising collection
of data, prediction of qualitative and quantitative impacts, comparison of alternatives, evaluation
of preventive, mitigatory, and compensatory measures, formulation of environmental
management& training plans & monitoring arrangements, and framing of recommendations and
such other components as may be prescribed. The provision of Section 12 has been incorporated
“as it is” in the new Punjab Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act, 2012.
3.6 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, 2005
Government of Pakistan has notified National Environmental Policy 2005, for different
projects/aspects in which guidelines/priorities have been given to undertake/commence the
projects having significant environmental impacts.
The National Environmental Policy (2005) provides a framework for addressing the
environmental issues (particularly pollution of fresh water bodies and coastal waters, air
pollution, lack of proper waste management, deforestation, loss of bio diversity, desertification
etc.) confronting Pakistan. It recognizes the goals and objectives of the Pakistan National
Conservation Strategy (PNCS, 1992), National Environmental Action Plans and other existing
environment related national policies, strategies, and action plans. It also provides broad
guidelines to the Federal Government, Provincial Governments, federally administrated
territories and local governments to address their environmental concerns and to ensure effective
management of their environmental resources.

3.7 REVIEW OF IEE / IEE REGULATIONS, 2000
The Pak EPA has issued Review of the Initial Environmental Examination and Environmental
Impact Assessment Regulations 2000, to review the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) /
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) reports. Categorization of the projects for IEE and EIA
is one of the main components of the Regulations. As these regulations, the Projects have been
classified based on expected degree of adverse environmental impacts. Projects type listed in
Schedule I are designated as potentially less adverse effect, schedule I projects require an IEE
and projects given in schedule II require EIA to be conducted. However, according to Punjab
Environmental Protection Act (Delegation of Powers for Environmental Approval) Rules 2017,
the project also falls in Schedule 1 under category (i); Controlled Environment Poultry and Layer
Farms.
3.8 GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION OF IEE/EIA REPORTS
The Pak EPA has also framed Guidelines for the Preparation of IEE / EIA of projects in various
developmental sectors. These Guidelines are ideal for preparing the IEE or EIA report but line-
to-line preparation not necessary because Guidelines are not part of PEPA and EPA Punjab has
not any notification for adoption or follow these Guidelines.
However, this IEE report has been prepared in following the Guidelines.
3.9 PAKISTAN PENAL CODE, 1860
This defines the penalties for violations concerning pollution of air, water bodies and land.
Sections 272 and 273 of this Act deal with the adulteration of food or drink. Noise pollution has
been covered in section 268, which defines and recognizes noise as a public nuisance. ''A person
is guilty of a public nuisance who does any act or is guilty of an illegal omission which causes
any common injury, danger of annoyance to the public or the people in general who dwell or
occupy property in the vicinity, or which must necessarily cause injury, obstruction, danger or
annoyance to persons who may have occasion to use any public right''.

3.10 THE LAND ACQUISITION ACT, 1894
The Land Acquisition Act (1894) deals with the acquisition of private properties for public
purposes. There are 55 sections in this Act mainly dealing with area notification, surveys,
acquisition, compensation, apportionment awards, disputes resolution, penalties and
exemptions.
Although quite old, this act laid out the legal basis for any property affected by a project and for
compensating the effected owners of the land.
3.11 LABOR LAWS
Construction and operational activities during the course of construction may affect occupational
health of workers. Employers are required to abide by labor laws in respect of their own
employees and to ensure that contractors to follow the relevant labor laws and rules relating to
safety of the workforce and creating a healthy working environment. The proponents shall ensure
that the labor force engaged at the project site is not exposed to any danger by monitoring the
contractor’s work frequently.

CHAPTER 4: DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
4.1 GENERAL
The existing environment around the site of proposed project has been studied with
respect to physical, ecological and socio-economic resources. The existing information
to establish a database for the IEE of the project was collected from different departments,
review of previous studies and through the site visits carried in out in the project area.
4.2 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
The study examines the physical resources, topography, soil, climate, surface and ground
water and geology is of not only the project site but also the city as whole to assess
whether the project under review can or does impact on any of these parameters. The
description of physical environment of Mandi Bahauddin and the project site is present
in the following sub sections.
 Topography
Below is the Elevation map of Mandi Bahauddin, Pakistan, which displays range of
elevation with different colours. The elevation map of Mandi Bahauddin, Pakistan is
generated using elevation data from NASA's 90m resolution SRTM data. The maps also
provides idea of topography and contour of Mandi Bahauddin, Pakistan. Mandi
Bahauddin, Pakistan Elevation Map is displayed at different zoom levels.

 Geography:
The district forms a central portion of the Chaj Doab lying between the Jhelum and
Chenab rivers. It lies from 30° 8' to 32° 40' N and 73° 36' to 73° 37' E. The tehsil
headquarters towns of Phalia and Malikwal are 22.5 and 28.5 kilometres (14.0 and
17.7 mi) from Mandi Bahauddin, respectively. It is bounded on the north by the Jhelum
river, which separates it from Jhelum district; on the west by Sargodha district; on the
south by the river Chenab (which separates it from the Gujranwala and Hafizabad
districts); and on the east by Gujrat district. The total area of the district is 2,673 square
kilometres (1,032 sq mi). The district comprises the Mandi Bahauddin, Phalia, and
Malikwal tehsils.
4.2.1 Natural and Climate of Mandi Bahauddin
In general, Mandi bahauddin has the same basic natural and climatic conditions that
prevail in Punjab. The climate in most of the area is arid to semi-arid, characterized by
four district seasons in a year: winter from mid-November to February; spring from mid-
March and April; summer from May to mid-September; and autumn from mid-September
to mid-November.
The climate in Mandi Bahauddin is referred to as a local steppe climate. In Mandi

Bahauddin, there is little rainfall throughout the year. The climate here is classified as BSh

by the Köppen-Geiger system. The average annual temperature is 23.9 °C in Mandi

Bahauddin. About 576 mm of precipitation falls annually.
a. Rainfall
Average annual rainfall ranges between 97 mm and 261 mm. The maximum rainfall (about
60 percent of the total annual rainfall) occurs during the monsoon season (July, August and
September), while the period of minimum rainfall or drier period is October and November.
Table 4.2 shows the mean monthly rainfall data.
b. Humidity
July, August and September are the most humid months in the area. May and June are the
least humid. Table 4.3 shows the average monthly relative humidity.
Table-4.1: Mean Monthly Maximum and Minimum Temperature of Mandi

bahauddin District
Mean Monthly Minimum
Month Mean Monthly Maximum ( C) Temperature (oC)

January 19.7 5.4
February 22.8 8.4
March 28.3 13.5
April 35.2 19.2
May 40.4 24.4
June 41.4 27.7
July 38.4 28.1
August 37.8 27.2
September 36.2 24.4
October 34.6 18.1
November 28.6 10.8
December 22.4 6.4
Annual 32.2 17.8

Table-4.2: Meteorological Data, Mean Monthly Precipitation

Month Mean Monthly Precipitation (mm)
January 12.0
February 12.0
March 17.0
April 6.0
May 7.0
June 23.0
July 74.0
August 75.0
September 25.0
October 1.0
November 2.0
December 7.0
Annual 261.0
c. Ambient Air Quality
Solid Waste Disposal Site
Ambient air quality was continuously monitored for 24 hours, within the solid waste
management disposal site, to find the present concentrations of the following
parameters:
 CO
 SO2
 NO
 NO2
 Particulate Matter (PM10)
 Particulate Matter (PM 2.5)

Table-4.3: Meteorological Data, Mean Monthly Relative Humidity

Month Mean Monthly Relative Humidity (%)
January 62.3
February 56.3
March 51.6
April 40.0
May 33.2
June 39.9
July 56.0
August 59.7
September 56.3
October 51.6
November 61.4
December 66.6
Annual 52.9
d. Noise
The project site’s baseline noise condition is considered to be quiet. The daytime noise
levels, at the project site, are in the range of 60 to 67 dBA. As per the PEQS, the surrounding
area noises for residential, commercial, industrial and silence zones are 55, 65, 75 and 50
respectively.
e. Seismicity
Pakistan lies in a seismically active zone. Seismic observations indicate that hundreds of
shocks occur in the region every year. According to the seismic zoning map of Pakistan,
included in Pakistan Building Code Seismic Provisions (2007), the project area falls under
seismic zone 2A, with a peak horizontal ground acceleration of from 0.08 to 0.16. The
seismic zoning map of Pakistan is given as Figure-4.2.

4.2.2 Ground Water
Groundwater is the sole source of potable water exploited in Mandi Bahuaddin. The water
table averages about 40 to 50 feet below ground level and the upper levels produce limited
quantities of mineralized water. At a depth of between 450 and 500 feet, greater quantities
of good quality groundwater are available and this is where the city‘s supplies are
abstracted from. In recent years, the water table has been dropping at a rate of one foot
per year. This is because of pumping, and decreased rainfall and recharge. It is not clear
whether the aquifer is being overexploited but, in view of the wide dispersal of the tube
wells, this is unlikely at the present level of abstraction.
4.3 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
Mandi Bahauddin District is enriched with the presence of natural flora and fauna,
although with the growing population and development activities, the presence of some
has been somewhat affected.
There are however no significant or well-shaped trees and shrubs on the project site.
There are some trees only along the main roads.

4.3.1 Flora
In Mandi Bahauddin district, the most important species of trees are Kikar (Acacia
Arabica); Shisham or Tahli (Delbergia sissoo); Beri (Zizyphus jujube); Toot (Morus
alba); Sharin (Albizzia lebbek); Dherek (Melia azeharach); Phulai (Acacia modesta);
Pipal (Ficus religiosa); and Bohr (Ficus bengalansis), which are planted for shade. The
trees in Rakhs mainly consist of three species: Jand (Prosopis spicigera); Karir (Capparis
aphylla); and Wan (Salvadora oleoides). Occasionally, Rero (Acacia ieucophhloea) and
Farash (Tamarix articulata) are also found. The Pilchhi (Tamarix dioica) is found on moist
sandy soils along riverbanks and is used for wicker work, and basket making, etc.
Mesquite bushes and some Eucalyptus trees grow wild in the areas along the canals, roads
and barren land, but natural forest cover has been significantly reduced. Mandi Bahauddin
is a green and fertile town with 11,522 forested acres. The area’s main crops are wheat,
cotton, sugarcane, maize, sorghum forage and rice. Main fruits grown are citrus, mangoes
and guava.
4.3.2 Fauna
Most of the Punjab is under intensive irrigated cultivation. Livestock rearing is also
extensively practiced, and milk animals are common. The use of chemical fertilizers and
pesticides is also very common. Several species of wildlife have adapted to the changed
habitat. These include, the jackal; jungle cat; Bengal fox; small Indian mongoose; shrew;
hog deer; ravine deer; black buck; blue bull; wild hare; and rodent pests, including
porcupine; fruit bats; and wild boar. The avifauna that has survived the modified habitat
include doves; black partridge; cuckoos; koel; woodpeckers; parakeets; bulbuls; babblers;
black drongo; bee eaters; finches; owls; hawks; and house sparrow. The reptilian species
of this modified habitat include krait; cobra; saw scaled viper; rat snake; and monitor
lizard.
In these modified habitats, due to the extensive use of pesticides in these areas, the winter
bird species from the Himalayas have been reduced, since these species feed on the

insects. These birds play an important role in controlling insects, particularly in the
forests.Scavengers, such as, jackals are attracted to garbage dumps and human feces for
food. House sparrows breed in houses. Bank mynas and cattle egrets feed on grasshoppers
that are present in the rangelands that also support cattle and buffalos. Banyan and peepal
trees still grow in the villages. Green pigeons and barbets feed in these trees.
Some of the oldest trees still stand in the old British-era colonies. Some rare species of
birds, such as hornbills, green pigeons, and barbets still live on these trees. Large
populations of pigeons breed in urban houses. Kites, crows, mynas, house sparrows and
alexandrine parakeets breed in urban areas. Shisham and acacia trees are usually planted
along the roads and canals. Doves mainly breed on these types of trees.
4.3.3 Protected areas / National Sanctuaries
In Pakistan, there are several areas where land is devoted to the preservation of
biodiversity, through the dedication of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. There is
no protected area or national sanctuary near the area of where work will take place on
the project and sub-project.
4.4 SOCIOECONOMIC ASSESSMENT
Socioeconomic Assessment is represented by the human and economic development and

quality of life values. For the study of socio-economic environment of the project area,
field surveys were conducted and interviews were held with the general public and
neighbors.
Social Indicators Punjab Tehsil

Phalia
Children have had diarrhea within the last two weeks 7.8 10.6
Had acute respiratory infection 7.2 21.2
Water treatment methods have not been used in the household 93.8 97.2
Boiled water is used in the household 2.8 1.4

Piped water is the main source in the dwelling 16.5 2.5

Improved sanitation facility is available through a piped sewer 20.9 32.2
system
Percentage of household population using improved sources of 96.8 99.6
drinking water
Percentage of household population using sanitary means of 69.5 67
sewage
Disposal
Percentage of household population using improved sources of 67.5 67
drinking water and using sanitary means of sewage disposal
Solid waste disposal in open fields 78.1 69.3
Literacy rate (10 years and older) 59.3 57.9
Literacy rate (15 years and older) 55.6 53.6
Literacy rate (15-24 years) 73.3 68.6
Percentage of children aged 3-4 years currently attending 13.5 10.8
preschool
Percentage of children of primary school entry age (5 years) 18.9 23.6
currently
attending grade 1
Percentage of children of primary school entry age (6 years) 38.4 38.5
currently
attending grade 1
Primary school gross attendance ratio (5-9 years) 97.2 103.6
Physical access to primary schools, Boys government school 93 95.7
<2 km
Physical access to primary schools, Girls government school 91.4 91.1
<2 km
Physical access to middle schools, Boys government school <2 62.6 67.6
km
Physical access to middle schools, Girls government school <2 62.8 74.5
km
Physical access to secondary schools, Boys government school 50.6 48.9
<2 km
Physical access to secondary schools, Girls government school 46.9 47.9
<2 km

Child labor, working outside of the household 5.1 12.4

Physical access to the nearest Government health facility 57.2 53.4
Employed 93.2 94.3
Unemployed and seeking work 6.8 5.7
Household Utilities
Electricity 92.5 94.3
Gas 26.4 15.7
Radio 40 26.9
TV 63.2 63.0
Cable TV 20.8 14.4
Social Indicators Punjab Tehsil

Phalia
Telephone 15.9 14.0
Mobile phone 71.0 -
Computer 8.5 7.7
Internet 4.8 5.7
Fridge/Freezer 40.3 32.6
Air conditioner 6.6 4.9
Washing machine 48.8 38.6
Cooler/ Fan 86.4 85.7
Cooking range/ microwave 6.0 4.9
Sewing machine 72.7 60.9
Iron 80.2 78.7
Water filter 3.4 1.9
Donkey pump or turbine 54.5 66.2
Household possessions, bicycle 53.9 64.4
Household possessions, motorcycle/scooter 26.9 24.7
Owned houses 84.2 81.9

Receiving remittance as Zakat 1.4 0
4.5 Employment and Unemployment
a. Unemployment
The unemployment rate is measured as the ratio of those laid off and seeking
employment, and the total number of unpaid family helpers to the total number of those
employed among the economically active population. This number is generally
represented as a percentage. In 1998, the unemployment rate in the district was 20.6
percent, which was mainly due to unemployment among males, which represented 20.9
percent, while the female unemployment rate was only 2.8 percent, because of the small
number of women active in the labor force. The unemployment rate was slightly low in
rural areas, as compared to urban areas, representing 20.2 percent and 22.5 percent,
respectively
b. Employment Status
The last formal, detailed employment statistics for Mandi Bahauddin date to the 1998.
The population census is quoted in several publications, including the Mandi Bahauddin
Urban Profile, 2010. A number of related and more current employment figures that are
indicative of Mandi Bahauddin’s urban situation include:
The labor force participation in Punjab of 55.4 percent, which is the highest of all
four provinces.
 Industry engages 23.9 percent of the formally employed. In 2013, there were 220
reported factories in Mandi Bahauddin District, employing approximately 8,200
workers.
 Of these workers, 76.5 percent participated in the informal economy. Based on
statistics of other employment sectors, this suggests that a proportion of those
formally employed also engage in informal economic activity, a situation that is
common in most emerging economies.

 Approximately 26 percent were employed as service workers, in shops and

as market sales workers.
 Another 27 percent were employed as in crafts and related trades.
 Approximately 14 percent were employed as unskilled workers.
 Just over 6 percent were employed as professionals.
 Another 6 percent were employed as plant machine operators.
 The main source of formal employment is 220 factories, of varying size, located
in Mandi Bahauddin and its environs. These provide some 8,200 jobs. Agro-
related industry is of particular importance as an employment generator.
c. Educational Services
Mandi Bahauddin has a number of higher post-secondary educational institutions,

including:
 Thirteen arts and science degree colleges have over 15,000 students enrolled
 Four vocational institutes have over 500 students enrolled.
 One technical/polytechnic institute has almost 3,000 students.

 Six commercial training Institutes have over 3,000 students enrolled.
 Additional institutes of higher education are always desired, particularly those
directly targeting the employment needs of local industry. These also become
important means of keeping youth from migrating to the major cities.
d. Health Facilities
Mandi Bahauddin District has nine hospitals, but with a total number of beds of
slightly under 1,300. In addition, there are six regional health centers and 42 basic health
units. As in most secondary urban centers, is retaining qualified staff, in both the health
and education sectors, is one of the challenges. Staff often migrates to a major city to take
advantage of the amenities it offers. The better the overall urban environment, quality of
life, and social and economic amenities, the more likely they are to stay.

4.6 Conclusion
Comparison of potential adverse and beneficial impacts of the project shows that project
will prove to be beneficial for the inhabitants of the area. The project will provide job
opportunities for the local inhabitants. Hence improve their socio economic status.
Employment opportunities generated by the project will include workers, helpers and
guards. The overall socio economic impact of the project is interpreted in relation to the
existing environmental conditions.
The project, overall, does not have major adverse impacts on the existing environment
and people with due implantation of the mitigation measures, there will be very
insignificant adverse impacts on the socio economic environment. The project has more
beneficial impacts on the socio economic environment than adverse impacts. In
conclusion, it can be said that overall the project would have positive impacts on the socio
economic status of the neighboring community inhabitants.

CHAPTER 5: POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND

MITIGATION MEASURES
5.1 GENERAL
This section discusses the project’s potential environmental impact on the area’s geomorphology,
soil, water resources, air, biological resources and socioeconomic condition and, where
applicable, identifies mitigation measures that will reduce, if not eliminate, its adverse impact.
The assessment carried out in this section is based on potential impacts on overall environmental
receptors within the project area.
5.2 OBJECTIVES
Objectives of screening out all possible impacts and then providing their mitigation measures
are:
 To find different alternatives and ways of carrying out the project activities.
 To enhance the Environmental and Social benefits of proposal.
 To avoid, minimize and remediate adverse impacts.
 To ensure that residual adverse impacts are kept in acceptable limits
5.3 IMPACT ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
5.3.1 Screening of Potential Impacts
Based on site visit, observation, brain storming, provided information and social interviews,
significant impacts are anticipated and evaluated. Then qualitative and quantitative (where
possible) assessment of these anticipated impacts is carried out.
5.3.2 Identification of Mitigation Measures

After anticipation and screening of significant impacts, certain mitigation measures are provided
in order to enhance benefits of project and reducing impacts.

5.4 IMPACTS ASSOCIATED WITH PROJECT LOCATION
The proponent has selected the site owing to the following reasons:
 The site is undisputed and under the ownership of the proponent

 There is no community or human settlement on the site
 There is no fauna flora (particularly belonging to an endangered species) on the site
 Main road network runs in front of the proposed site
 There is no ecologically sensitive or declared protected area (PA) like forest, fish
hatcheries, Territorial Waters, wildlife or game reserves, any structure of socio-cultural
significance (historical or archaeological site or religious structures; Masjid, temples,
etc.) within 5 km of the selected site
It can be concluded in view of these reasons that the selected site is best suited for the project,
and will not pose any adverse impact or threat on any component of the environment.
5.5 IMPACTS ASSOCIATED WITH DESIGN PHASE
At the design phase, no considerable impact will occur on land, soil, topography, ground water,
and on people of the area. However, in pre-construction phase a management system should be
provided at design level so impacts can be reduced. Design of the shed will adhere to all standard
technical requirements in order to avoid adverse impacts on environment and human health.
5.5.1 Mitigation Measures at Design Phase
At design phase, special attention has been given to the design of the project in the sense that it
has been designed in such a way as to cause minimum disruption and deterioration of
environment and surroundings. The direction of ventilation fans is proposed toward south-west
as there is no human settlement in that direction.

5.6 IMPACT DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE
The potential environmental impacts of the proposed project at site and surrounding area during
the development / construction phase are described as follows:
5.6.1 Physical Environment
The main impacts of the project during development / construction of the new roads, civil works,
development of parks, installation / laying pipelines, sewer system and installation of utility and
equipment will be the dust and noise from transportation of construction materials and equipment.
Standard Engineering Practices will be enforced on the construction / development site.
 Seismic Hazard
In this zone, distant earthquakes with fundamental period’s greater than 1.0 second may cause
damage to structures. This factor requires special consideration of the designers. This will be a
moderate negative impact.
Mitigation
All the foundations of the structures (electric poles, sewer and other lines etc.) will be
designed to withstand even moderate to large earthquakes. For seismic hazard analysis,
updated structural and seismic evaluations will be consulted.
 Impact on Soil
During construction phase, the soil quality may be affected due to very small amount of
discharges during vehicle and equipment maintenance and leakage from equipments and
vehicles. The impact is not significant.
Depending on the nature of the material, location of spill and quality of spill, soil can be
contaminated. However, if mitigatory measures applied, the overall impact on soil during
construction phase is minor.

 Impact on Geology
The geology of the area is flat. No hills, mountains and slopes are present so during construction
phase there will be no impact on geology of area.
 Impact on Topography
The topography of project area is nearly flat and remains unchanged during construction phase.
 Ecological Impacts
The project area is devoid of any trees cover or any endangered or threatened animal species.
The impact will be Nil.
 Impact on Water Bodies
No fresh water bodies are known to exist in the vicinity of the project area. Therefore, there will
not be any deterioration of surface water quality.
 Impacts on Air Quality
Following potential impacts on air quality may occur during construction phase.
 Emission of Dust and Particulate Matter
During the development / construction, vehicles and machinery will be employed. These will
generate some dust and smoke temporarily, which will stop on completion of the construction
work. During construction phase due to continuous operation of machinery and movement of
heavy trucks and vehicles can generate gaseous emissions and can have a slight adverse effect
on the surrounding environment. Combustion exhaust from vehicles and construction
equipments during construction phase can affect ambient air quality of project area.
This impact is classified to be short term, reversible and limited, as it will only occur during
the excavation activities. In addition, these impacts are expected to be contained within the
site boundaries.

 Vehicular Exhaust Emission
During construction, the continuous operation of machinery and movement of cranes, heavy
trucks and vehicles may generate gaseous emissions and may have an adverse impact on the
surrounding environment. The overall impact on the quality of air during the construction
stage will, however, be of less intensity. This will be of moderate negative impact.
 Health and Safety of Workers
During construction phase minor and severe injuries to workers due to operation activities
may occur but if managed properly this impact can be mitigated.
5.7 PROPOSED MITIGATION MEASURES DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE
The potential negative impacts during construction and operational stage of the project should be
mitigated to an acceptable level. Following environmental protection measures are adopted to
eliminate adverse environmental impacts or to reduce them to an acceptable level within the
legislative and regulatory framework. The proposed mitigation measures are listed below:
 Appropriate waste disposal mechanism should be followed during the construction

phase. The construction waste would be disposed in a manner that does not
contaminate surface or groundwater.
 The construction waste generated will be used for earth filling within the project
site premises.
 The Contractor needs to make sure that their machinery and equipment’s are
properly tuned and serviced and there is no leakage of oil from construction
equipment’s and machineries.
 Contractor should give assurance of quality of machineries and equipment’s which

will be used during excavation and construction process.
 All vehicles, machineries, equipment and generators used during construction

activities should be in good working condition and be properly maintained in order
to minimize exhaust emissions.

 Construction labor must be trained in safety procedures for all relevant aspects of
construction
 Helmets or hard hats should be worn by workers at all time of work and everywhere
on the Project Site.
 Regular checks should be carried out to ensure that the contractor is following safe
working procedures and practices.
 Workers should be provided with personal protective equipments (PPE’s) such as

safety jackets, earplugs or earmuffs, special boots and dust masks.
 Use of up-to-date and well maintained machineries or equipment with reduced noise
level.
 Confining excessively noisy work to normal working hours in the day, as much as
possible.
 Providing construction workers with suitable hearing protection like ear cap, or
earmuffs and training them in their use.
 Earmuffs or ear caps should also be provided to those people living in nearby area.
5.7.1 Disposal of Construction Waste/Excavated Material
Dumping of construction wastes/excavated material in the surrounding area of the proposed

Poultry farm may limit the use of land in the Project Area. This will be a moderate negative
impact.
Mitigation
Management of construction activities will ensure minimum degradation to the soil

around the project area and dumping of excavated waste will be used for earth-filling and
in the depressions within the project area. The administrator will be bound to take care of
the waste generated from the construction activities.

5.7.2 Noise and Vibration
When the construction work is undertaken, constant rattle of heavy machinery will raise the noise
level in the Project Area. This noise and vibration will affect directly the residents of nearby areas.
Noise due to the construction will be a minor negative impact.
Mitigation
Mitigation measures mentioned below will be adopted to minimize the noise pollution.
Those measures include, but are not limited to the following:
 Selection of up-to-date and well maintained plant or equipment with reduced noise
levels ensured by suitable in-built dampening techniques or appropriate muffling
devices.
 Confining of excessively noisy areas and limiting the work to normal working hours
in the day;
 Providing the construction workers with suitable hearing protection like ear cap, or
earmuffs and training them in their use; and
 Regular checkups and maintenance of the construction equipment, and oiling and
greasing of the noise making mechanical parts.
5.7.3 Flora
Construction of the proposed Project will involve cutting of bushes and herbs. There are no trees
in the vicinity of project area. This will be a minor negative impact.
Mitigation
After construction besides introducing new ornamental plants, local tree and plants species,
as uprooted from the Project Site, will be planted for landscaping. In addition to providing
a better view to the area, the proposed vegetation’s will help minimize the excess noise,
vehicular emissions and dust pollution.

5.7.4 Fauna
There is no wildlife present in the Project area. In addition, the local animals and bird species of
the area are very much domesticated and will not be adversely affected by the Project execution.
Mitigation: Not required
5.7.5 Relocation of Utilities
The construction of the proposed infrastructure will not involve relocation of any public utilities.
5.7.6 Traffic Congestion and Disturbance to People
During the construction phase, the movement of transportation of raw material and equipment
may cause traffic congestions. As a result, the daily activities of the people of nearby localities
as well as of the visitors may be disturbed, which will require proper mitigation measures. This
will be a moderate negative impact.
Mitigation
During construction, following mitigation measures will be followed:
 Observation of timing by the vehicles carrying construction material of infrastructure

to cause minimum disturbance to traffic on existing road. The construction equipment
and machinery must be stationed in the boundary premises to avoid the traffic
congestion on the main Road.
 Transportation of raw material and heavy machinery will be done early in the morning;
 There will be coordinated planning of traffic movement by the Traffic Police and the
Transport Department in accordance with the construction program with advance
warnings to the affected residents and road users.
 All the machinery will stay inside the periphery of Poultry Farm so it will not cause
disturbance in the traffic.

5.7.7 Poverty Alleviation
Construction of the proposed Poultry farm will generate the employment opportunities for the
population living in the surrounding areas. This will be a potential minor positive impact.
5.7.8 Sanitation and Solid Waste Disposal

There will be a health risk of sanitation to the workers. This will be minor negative impact.
Mitigation
All the solid waste will be disposed off in accordance with the regulations of Tehsil Municipal
Administration.
5.7.9 Workers’ Safety and Hygienic Conditions
The construction activities impose certain negative impacts on health and safety of the workers and
public in case of unsafe and/or unfavorable working conditions. Mitigation measures will be
required to minimize health and safety related negative impacts of the project. This will be a minor
negative impact.
Mitigation
Implementation of the following measures will ensure health and safety of the workers
and the public during the construction phase:
 The Administrator will ensure that the construction workers/labours are trained in
safety procedures for all relevant aspects of construction;
 Construction workers will be provided with proper safety equipment such as helmets,
goggles, masks, etc.;
 Formal emergency procedures will be developed for construction site increase of an
accident. First aid kits and other necessary equipment will be kept available at site
along with the list of emergency phone numbers to be contacted in case of any
emergency/accident;

 The safety of the public at all stages of the construction will be ensured through
appropriate public education and safety measures such as use of sign boards, barriers
and flags; and
 Proper illumination will be provided at night.
5.8 OPERATIONAL PHASE POTENTIAL IMPACTS
The anticipated impacts related to the proposed project have been studied for operational stage
and is discussed as follows:
5.8.1 PHYSICAL IMPACTS
 Air Quality
Increase in traffic volume during office/school starting and closing times will also deteriorate the
air quality. This will be a minor negative impact.
Mitigation
In order to minimize air pollution, following mitigation measures are recommended:
 Plantation will be provided on the main entrance of the Poultry farm which will
generate fresh oxygen;
 Level of air pollution (as specified in the PEQS) will be monitored on regular basis
and appropriate mitigation measures will be implemented;
 Vehicles with excessive smoke emissions will not be allowed to enter the proposed
Poultry Farm.
 Noise
During the operational stage, Noise will be generated mainly due to movement of vehicles on the
roads, for which proper mitigation measures are required. This will be a moderate negative impact.

Mitigation
World Bank’s Pollution Prevention and Abatement Guidelines for ambient noise for the
receptors are i.e. 55 and 45 dB (A) during daytime and nighttime respectively for
residential, institutional and educational areas and the same shall be maintained. There
will be prohibition on the use of horns in the Poultry Farm. Plantation along the roads
will act as a noise barrier.
 Wastewater
Wastewater generated from Poultry Farm will be domestic wastewater and not harmful and not
require treatment will be discharged into the municipal sewerage system.
Mitigation
The proponent of the project will lay down sewerage system of the whole Poultry Farm.
All the wastewater will be discharged through main sewerage pipelines, which have
sufficient size to cater all sewage and drainage of Poultry Farm into the Municipal waste
water system.
 Solid Waste
Solid waste generated from Poultry Farm will be mostly litter and poultry droppings. Total solid
waste generated from the Poultry Farm will be approximately 35 kg per day initially, which will
have to be properly managed and sold to local farmers for used as agriculture fertilizer. This will
be a minor negative impact.
Mitigation
However, Small waste storage bins will be installed inside the boundary of poultry shed. The
waste from these bins will be collected by the sanitary workers. The waste will be disposed off
in accordance with the procedures of local Administration.

 Smell/Odor
During the operation phase of the poultry shed there always a chance of bad smell/odor from the feed
and litter produced from broiler checks on the floor.
Mitigation
 Seven exhaust fans are proposed to install in the direction of wind opposite to the
direction of nearby human settlements.
 Rice husk is usually for the making the litter. It will be dry and free of mould. Caked
or mould material will be removed and refilled with fresh materials. New litter for each
flock will be used to avoid bad smell and to protect the broiler from poultry diseases.
 Tree planation is proposed along the boundary wall of the shed to mitigate the
spreading of bad smell from controlled shed.
5.9 SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT
When a development project is launched in a community, it helps in boosting up the socio-

economic conditions by providing the people different economic opportunities. The construction
of Poultry Farm would have a great impact on the commercial activities of the locals.
The socio-economic impacts like employment, education, life, style and cultural uplift are the
direct benefits during this stage for the people of the Project Area. Local people will be hired for
different jobs, i.e. gardening, housekeeping, cooking, tuitions, driving etc. Facilities like
commodity market and medication will also generate working opportunities for the shopkeepers
of nearby communities. The human resources will be developed at local level for future
development activities in the area. The institutional facilities like roads, dispensaries, proper
drainage and sewerage will help improve the lot of the people. Operation of the project will also
result in the increase land values. All the Project related job opportunities will ultimately improve
per capita income of the population in the area. This is a major positive impact.

5.10 POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT MEASURES
 Tree Plantation
Tree plantation and cropping within the premises have been planned by the proponent for
environmental enhancement. The Proponent will also make arrangements for protection and
maintenance of trees. More than 200 trees will be planted including amaltas, keekar Shisham,
Rose and other ornamental plants for beauty having height of 6-7 ft.
5.11 IDENTIFICATION OF IMPACTS AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE
The method of checklist has the advantage of being simple to understand and use good for site
selection and priority setting but has the disadvantage of not to distinguish between direct and
indirect impacts and they do not link actions and impacts.
A Checklist of environmental parameters for Poultry Farm has been developed on experience
basis to evaluate the impacts of various actions affecting the Environmental Resources and values
with the recommended feasible protection measures.

Environmental Potential Project Phase Nature Duration Reversibility Significant of

Aspects Impact of of Impact of Impact Impact
Impact
GEOLOGY, Soil erosion & Construction & Direct Medium Irreversible Low
LANDSCAPE & contamination Operational phase Term
SOIL
NOISE & Annoying & Construction & Direct Short Reversible Low
VIBRATION Disturbance Operational phase term
Air Quality Construction & Direct Medium Reversible Low

Dust & fugitive Operational phase Term
emission
WASTE Liquid Waste: Construction Phase Direct Short Reversible Low

GENERATION contaminating Only term
aquifer,
contaminating
surface water
Table 5: Summary of Major Impacts and their Significance

Solid Waste: Construction & Direct Medium Reversible Low

Aesthetic issues Operational phase Term
Hazardous Construction & Direct Short Reversible Low
waste: soil, Operational phase term
surface and
ground water
contamination
WATER Depletion of Construction Phase Direct Medium Reversible Low
RESOURCES water Only Term
Resources
Contamination Construction & Direct Long Irreversible Low
Of Ground Operational phase Term
Water
ODOR Unpleasant Operation Phase Direct Short Reversible Low
NUISANCE smell Only Term
BIOLOGICAL Disturbance of Construction & Direct Long Irreversible Low
RECEPTORS faunal Operational phase Term
FLORA community,
&FAUNA Vegetation
clearing
SOCIO Occupational & Construction & Direct Long Reversible Low
ECONOMIC Communal Operational phase Term
IMPACTS Safety
Local Construction & Direct Long - Positive
Employment Operational phase Term impact

CHAPTER 6: ENVIRONMENTAL MANGEMENT AND MONITORING

PLAN
6.1 GENERAL
This IEE provides the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) of the project for its construction
and operation phases to keep its environment benign as well as the monitoring plan to ensure the
compliance of the established EMP.
As per the environmental legislation in Pakistan, the EMP for the operations phase, along with
other documents, is to be submitted to the Environmental Protection Agency to obtain
confirmation for compliance and Environmental Approval for project operation.
Even after implementation of the suggested mitigation measures, the impact may remain
significant, and require monitoring. This section also underlines the monitoring framework for
both construction and operation phases to check compliance of the EMP and to take timely
actions for correction in case any accidence of significant criteria, requirements or goals are
found.
6.2 OBJECTIVES OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
The primary objectives of the EMP are to:
 Facilitate the implementation of the mitigation measures identified in the IEE.

 Define the responsibilities of the project proponent and contractor and provide a
means of effective communication of environmental issues between them.
 Identify monitoring parameters in order to ensure the effectiveness of the mitigation
measures
 Provide a mechanism for taking timely action in the face of unanticipated
environmental situations.
 Identify training requirements at various levels.

6.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN.
Detail of the complete Environmental Management plan for Post- Pre Construction, Construction and operation phase of the proposed
project is given in table No. 7.
Table 6: Environmental Management Plan for Pre-Construction, Construction and Operation Phase
INSTITUTIONAL
POTENTIAL EXTENT / RESPONSIBILITY
PROJECT TYPE OF
IMPACTS ON MITIGATION MEASURE
ACTIVITIES IMPACT MAGNITUDE
ENVIRONMENT IMPLEMENTIN
SUPERVISION
G BODY
PRE-CONSTRUCTION
 Land is owned by proponent and

Positive use of there is no settlement so no impact
Land Physical , More/at
land but proper will be there. Proponent*
acquirement Social and community level Contractor
planning will be
and land use Aesthetical and to Proponent  Land will be improved from open
required
barren land to residential land.
Use of local Employment Less / Adjacent  Local people will be hired for less
Social Contractor Proponent*
manpower Generation area technical work or non-skilled work

Avoidance
 A ‘no-hunting, no trapping, no
Less/ harassment’ policy will be strictly
Wildlife Accidents/
Biological enforced. Contractor Proponent*
protection dangers to fauna Adjacent area
 Trading of wild animals or birds by
project personnel will also be
prohibited.
CONSTRUCTION
Minimization:
 Dust emission from soil piles and
Soil Erosion, aggregate storage stockpiles will be
Emissions, Water reduced by keeping the material
Contamination, moist by sprinkling of water at
Physical, appropriate frequency
Noise More/ Proponent*
Social,
Civil works &Vibration, Contractor
Biological Adjacent area Avoidance:
Wildlife affected,
Aesthetical
Employment,  Covering the pile, for example with
Health &Safety of tarpaulin or thick plastic sheets, to
Workers prevent emission.
 Noise control measures will be
implemented

 Wildlife protection rules will be

included in the Camp Rules
 Off-road driving will be minimized in
order to avoid accidental killing of
fauna.
Avoidance:
 Periodic maintenance and inspection
of vehicles
 Vehicles with leaks will not be
Soil &Water operated.
Contamination
 Vehicles should not be washed or
Movement and due to Fuel
Physical & Moderate/ at the serviced in the field.
fueling of Leakages Contractor Proponent*
Aesthetical site
vehicles &Spillage,  No vehicle-related waste, such as
Emissions, Noise oils, filters, old tires or parts, will be
&Vibration left in the field
 All vehicles will be maintained in
good working condition
 All vehicles will have properly
functioning silencers (mufflers).
Transportation Dust and Minimization:

Bio- Moderate/
of construction Particulate Contractor Proponent*
physical  Excessive use of horns will be
material Emissions, Noise Adjacent area
avoided
Generation,

Safety and Health  PPE’s will be provided to workers

Effects
Avoidance:
 Covering of transporting material
trucks
 Nighttime driving of project vehicles
will be limited where possible
 Low speed limit will be maintained
on the section of the access road that
is adjacent to the community and site.
 The fence surrounding the site will be
put in on during the construction to
prevent access to the construction site
Avoidance:
 Initiation of water conservation
program
Use of local Physical, Design Proponent*
disturbance to Less/ adjacent
water Social & engineer &
local community area
resources Biological Contractor
Reduction:
 Where possible, water should be
reused
POST-CONSTRUCTION/OPERATION

Reduction:
Wastewater Physical/ Degradation of Moderate/
 Domestic Wastewater will be handled Contractor Proponent *
management Social water quality local using septic tanks and will be discharged
in municipal sewerage system.
Avoidance:
 No waste should be burnt at the
Air quality Moderate/ premises.
Physical Dust and PM Contractor Proponent*
management adjacent areas  Reduction:
 Tree plantation will also be done.
 There will be ban on the use of horn in

Physical, the Poultry Farm.
Noise Psychological and
social, Moderate/local  Proponent has planned a proper Contractor Proponent*
generation hearing problems
biological plantation plan, which will also act as
barrier for noise.
Avoidance:
 The solid waste from the project should
not be allowed to pile up.
Soil
Contamination, Reduction:
Physical,  Solid waste will be managed entirely by Proponent*
Solid Waste effecting GW Severe/ local and contractor
Biological, the Proponent
Generation Quality, vectors global
Social  Provision of Separate waste bins for
production, odor,
Birds and Broiler Chickens.
Health, Welfare
 Quantities of waste disposed, recycled, or
reused will be logged on a Waste
Tracking Register.

 Proper disaster planning should be

done to meet any emergency
reduction of situation
Disaster biodiversity,  Firefighting equipment and other
physical ,
Planning community severe/local safety appliances should be kept contractor Proponent*
social
grievance, ready for use during
economy, welfare disaster/emergency situation
including natural calamities like
earthquake/flood

6.4 INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY OF THE UNIT
The organizational structure for the Environment Management Plan is outlined below:
 Primary Responsibilities
The primary responsibility for implementing EMP lies with the owner of Poultry Farm.
 Operation Management & Control
Conducting the operational activities in environmentally sound manner will be the

responsibility of the concerned Manager; for which he will be trained.
 Supervision & Monitoring
Senior Supervisor will be responsible for all environmental issues and for the
implementation of EMP.
6.5 ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING SCHEDULES
Environmental training will help to ensure that the requirements of the IEE and EMP are
clearly understood and followed by all project personnel in the course of the project.
Table 7: Training Program
Target audience Trainers Contents Schedule
Selected Environmental Key finding of mitigation After every

management staff Consultant measure five months
All personnel Owner Mitigation measures Monthly

Technical Staff Environmental Waste disposal status, After every
Consultant vehicle movement three month
restriction and other
mitigation measures

6.6 SUMMARY OF IMAPCTS AND THEIR MITIGATION MEASURES
Environmental monitoring is a vital component of the Environmental Management Plan. It is the

mechanism through which the effectiveness of the Environmental Management Plan in protecting
the environment is measured. The feedback provided by the environmental monitoring is
instrumental in identifying any problem or lapse in the system under implementation and planning
corrective actions. The main objectives of the environmental monitoring are:
 To provide a mechanism to determine whether the project construction contractors are

carrying out the project in conformity with the EMP.
 To identify areas where the impacts of the project are exceeding the criteria of
significance and, therefore, require corrective actions.
 To document the actual project impacts on physical, biological, and socio-economic
receptors, quantitatively where possible, in order to design better and more effective
mitigation measures.
 Following environmental record should be maintained:
 Periodic inspection reports of the site
Audit reports
Incident record of all moderate and major spills and other incidents and accidents. The record will
include:
 Location of spill or battery limit of the accident
 Estimated quantity or the amount of injury (as may be reported in LTI or LWI)
 Spilled material or nature of injury or loss (temporary or permanent)
 Restoration measures
 Photographs Description of any damage to vegetation, water resource, or community
asset. Corrective measures taken, if any Waste Tracking Register that will hold
records of waste generated during the construction period. This will include
quantities of waste disposed, recycled, or reused.
Records of water consumption with use wise breakdown
Survey reports, in particular, the following:
 Vehicle and equipment noise.
 Ambient noise survey reports.
 Ambient level of PM
 Vendor data—all vendors disturbed by the project and compensation paid Public
infrastructure:

 Record of all damages and repair work undertaken.

 Employment
 Total number of unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled jobs offered during
Construction.
 Name and domicile of the employed staff.
 Project and Community Interface
 Record of community complains and the measures taken to address them.
 Number of meetings held in various communities and data of persons who attended
 Environmental and social training records
6.7 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DETAILS
As the Proposed Project is a Poultry Farm so regularly machinery will be used and maintenance of
machinery will be done as required.
• All the equipment must be kept clean.
• Proper lubrication of moving parts of machines should be according to schedule.
• Make maintenance and inspection schedule.
• Filter, oil level and specific gravity of lubricants must be checked according to schedule.
• Training workshops to staff about SOPs of equipment should be planned and

implementation of such practices must be ensured.
• Good technical practice should be implemented during operations.
• Maintenance of equipment will be done twice a year for the smooth operation.
6.8 ENVIRONMENTAL BUDGET
Approximately PKR 30,000 per month budget will be reserved for the Environmental measures.

CHAPTER 7: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
7.1 CONCLUSION
The report presents Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) of the development of “M/S Subhan
Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed”. Its main objective is to provide people quality Broiler
Chicken and employment to local people.
As per population growth of the area as discussed above and received date from local
administration, District Mandi Bahauddin, it has become need of the time to fulfillment of
increasing meat demand.
IEE of Project is performed according to guidelines of EPA. It includes description of the project,
description of the environmental baselines, potential environmental impacts and suggested
mitigation measures. An implementation mechanism for mitigation measures in the form of an
Environmental Management Plan is included in the study.
The performed IEE showed all anticipated impacts (both positive and negative), associated with
the project. Appropriate mitigation measures as explained in the environmental study shall reduce,
if not eliminate, these impacts so that these are within acceptable limits. Moreover, no
deterioration, depletion or exploitation of local natural resources is expected to be caused by this
project.
Based on overall assessment of the environmental impact of the project, it is concluded that the
extension is not likely to cause any significant adverse impact on the social, physical and biological
environment of the area, provided that suitable mitigation measures as identified in this study are
implemented.
It is accordingly recommended that Environmental Approval for the project may be issued by the
Punjab Environmental Protection Agency, subject to payment of the requisite scrutiny fee by the
proponent of the project.

7.2 RECOMMENDATIONS
The Initial Environmental Examination study and survey results are finally evaluated to
recommend the following:
 Implementation of EMP must be given top priority.
 During construction phase Create environmental awareness amongst the workers

by training.
 Provide guidance to workers on use of PPEs and make it compulsory for them to
use PPEs during construction.
 Installation of fire extinguishers in the premises.
 Use of equipments with low operating noise levels within PEQS limits and regular
monitoring of machines used during construction phase.

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ELITE ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EXAMINATION (IEE)

BRIEF OUTLINES OF PROJECT:

PROPONENT NAME: Mr. Nasir Ali

PROJECT TITLE: M/S Subhan Allah Protein Farm/Poultry Control Shed

PROJECT LOCATION: Nain Ranjha Tehsil & District Mandi Bahauddin

CONSULTANT NAME: Elite Environmental Solutions (EES)

TOTAL AREA: 196 Kanal & 16 Marla

SOURCE OF WATER Groundwater

NATURE OF AREA: Barren/Open Land

SOURCE OF POWER WAPDA

NO. OF CONTROL SHEDS: Two

CAPACITY OF PROJECT: 60,000 to 65,000 chicks

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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT: Will be managed by Poultry Farm management by

SITE ALTERNATIVES FOR POULTRY FARM

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Environmental Management Plan and Environmental Monitoring Plan to check the

MAJOR IMPACTS AND RECOMMENDED MITIGATION MEASURES:

Key impacts related to the construction phase include:

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Key impacts related to the operation phase include:

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 7

1.1 GENERAL ..................................................................................................................... 7

2.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................... 15

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2.4 ALTERNATIVES ....................................................................................................... 15

3.1 EXISTING LEGISLATION AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK ..................................... 25

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3.4 PAKISTAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ORDER (PEPO) 1983 ........... 26

4.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................ 30

5.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................... 43

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5.3 IMPACT ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY ............................................................ 43

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5.10 POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT MEASURES ...................... 55

6.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................ 55

7.1 CONCLUSION ................................................................................................................. 64

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ANNEXURE I: LAYOUT MAP

ANNEXURE II: GOOGLE EARTH MAP

ANNEXURE III: PROPERTY DOCUMENTS

ANNEXURE IV: PROPONENT CNIC (COPY)

ANNEXURE V: TERMS OF REFERENCE

ANNEXURE VI: GLOSSARY

ANNEXURE VII: LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

ANNEXURE VIII: SOURCES OF DATA

ANNEXURE IX: PROJECT TEAM

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1.2 PURPOSE OF REPORT

The main objectives of this IEE study were:

 To identify pre-construction, construction and operation activities and to assess their

 To present Mitigation and Monitoring Plan to smoothly implement the suggested

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1.3 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROPONENT

Name: Mr. Nasir Ali S/O Ghulam Ali

1.4.1 Nature of Project

This project is the Establishment of Poultry Farm/Control Shed.

1.4.3 Location of Project

Nain Ranjha Tehsil & District Mandi Bahauddin