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Extension works from PK24 to PK105 of the

National Road Transgabonaise

AIR EMISSIONS, DUST AND NOISE MANAGEMENT PLAN

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SUMMARY

LIST OF TABLES ........................................................................... 4

FIGURES…………………………………………………………………………………….4
ACRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS .................................................... 4
1. INTRODUCTION.................................................................... 6
1.1. Context ......................................................................................... 6
1.1.1. Project display .............................................................................................. 6
1.1.2. Scope of this management plan ................................................................... 7
1.2. Terminology used ........................................................................ 8
1.3. Approach and objectives of the management plan ..................... 8
2. REFERENCE TEXTS ................................................................ 8
2.1. Gas and dust ................................................................................ 8
2.1.1. Gabonese legislation .................................................................................... 8
2.1.2. WHO guidelines ............................................................................................ 9
2.1.3. SFI Standards ................................................................................................ 9
2.2. Noise .......................................................................................... 10
2.2.1. Gabonese legislation .................................................................................. 10
2.2.2. SFI Standards .............................................................................................. 10
2.2.3. Emissions and noise levels in the environment .......................................... 11
3. SOURCES OF IMPACT.......................................................... 11
3.1. Emissions inventory ................................................................... 11
3.1.1. Sources of atmospheric emissions and dust ............................................... 11
3.1.2. Noise sources ............................................................................................. 12
3.2. Sensitivity of the environment .................................................. 13
3.2.1. Identification of receptors for atmospheric emissions ............................... 13
3.2.2. Identification of noise receptors ................................................................ 14
4. GENERAL PRINCIPLES AND OBJECTIVES............................... 14
4.1. Management of atmospheric and dust emissions ..................... 14
4.2. Noise management .................................................................... 15
5. IMPLEMENTATION ON THE SITES........................................ 15
5.1. Implementation of the principles relating to the limitations of
atmospheric emissions and dust ............................................... 15
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 5.1.1. Implementation of the principles relating to the reduction of atmospheric
and dust emissions (objective 1.1) ............................................................. 15
5.1.2. Implementation of the principles relating to the reduction of workers'
exposure to atmospheric and dust emissions (objective 1.2) .................... 18
5.1.3. Implementation of the principles relating to the control of worker
exposure (objective 1.3) ............................................................................. 20
5.1.4. Implementation of the principles relating to the control of exposure of
populations (objective 1.4)......................................................................... 22
5.2. Implementation of the principles relating to the limitation of
noise pollution ........................................................................... 24
5.2.1. Implementation of the principles relating to noise reduction (objective 2.1)
24
5.2.2. Implementation of the principles for reducing workers' exposure to noise
(objective 2.2) ............................................................................................ 27
5.2.3. Implementation of principles for controlling worker exposure (objective
2.3) ............................................................................................................. 29
5.2.4. Implementation of the principles relating to the control of exposure to
populations (objective 2.4)......................................................................... 31
6. STAFF TRAINING................................................................. 33
7. REPORTING ........................................................................ 33
7.1. Record keeping .......................................................................... 33
7.2. Monthly summary report .......................................................... 34
APPENDICES ............................................................................................................................35
Annex 1 - Monthly summary table for the Partner ........................................................................36

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 LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 - Acronyms and definition ............................................................................................. 5
Table 2 - WHO Air Quality Guidelines and Intermediate Targets for NO2, SO2, Ozone and
PM10 and PM 2.5 Particulate Matter ........................................................................................ 9
Table 3 - Sound levels and exposure times retained ..................................................................10
Table 4 - Noise limits for different workplaces according to the IFC.......................................11
Table 5 - Sources of atmospheric emissions and dust ...............................................................12
Table 6 - Sources of noise pollution ...........................................................................................13
Table 7 - Receivers for atmospheric emissions and dust...........................................................13
Table 8 - Receiver for noise pollution ........................................................................................14
Table 9 - Measures relating to the reduction of atmospheric and dust emissions (objective 1.1)
....................................................................................................................................................17
Table 10 - Measures relating to the reduction of workers' exposure to atmospheric and dust
emissions (objective 1.2) .............................................................................................................19
Table 11 - Measures relating to the control of worker exposure (objective 1.3) ......................21
Table 12 - Measures relating to the control of exposure of populations (objective 1.4) ...........23
Table 13 - Measures relating to noise reduction (objective 2.1)................................................26
Table 14 - Measures to reduce workers' exposure to noise (objective 2.2) ...............................28
Table 15 - Measures relating to the control of worker exposure (objective 2.3) ......................30
Table 16 - Measures relating to the control of exposure to populations (objective 2.4) ...........32

FIGURES
Figure 1 - Illustration of the 3 stages of the project ....................................................... 6
Figure 2 - Illustration of the section of road covered by this management plan ........... 7

ACRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS

The meaning of the acronyms and the definition of certain formulas used in the plan are detailed in
the table below.

ESC Environmental and Social Coordinator

CSESD Departmental Environmental and Social Monitoring Committees
dB Decibel
DESG Social Environment and Governance Director
DGEPN General Directorate for the Environment and Protection of Nature
EPC Construction Contractor
GHG Greenhouse gas

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WHO World Health Organization
NGO Non-governmental organization
PK Mileage point
PM Fine particles
ESMP Environmental and Social Management Plan
ESM Environmental and Social Manager
RN National road
SAG Gabon Motorway Company
IFC International finance corporation
SGES Environmental and Social Management System
ST Subcontractor
Table 1 - Acronyms and definition

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. CONTEXT

1.1.1. Project display

The SAG consortium, formed by Meridiam and GSEZ (ARISE) has been requested by the
Gabonese government to implement the project to redevelop and operate the so-called
Transgabonaise economic road, linking Libreville to Franceville. The Transgabonaise is Gabon's
major road axis, approximately 828 km long, it follows the national roads RN1, RN2, RN3 and
RN4.
Meridiam and GSEZ (ARISE) both have experience in structuring and delivering large projects in
the country. The project is developed within the framework of a 30-year public-private partnership
contract by which the State grants the Partner the design, redevelopment, financing, maintenance,
operation and maintenance of the Transgabonaise.
Between Libreville and Franceville, the project is divided into three stages, shown on the map
below:
1. Stage 1: Libreville - Alembé;
2. Stage 2: Alembé - Mikouyi;
3. Stage 3: Mikouyi - Franceville.

Figure 1 - Illustration of the 3 stages of the project

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1.1.2. Scope of this management plan

Within Stage 1 of the project, the EPC will be in charge of the contract for the design and
redevelopment / construction of PK24 to PK105 of the N1 national road, connecting Nkok to
Kango, passing through Ntoum, Kougouleou and Ndouaniang.
This management plan covers the activities relating to the redevelopment / construction works
corresponding to this segment ranging from PK24 to PK105, illustrated on the map below.

Figure 2 - Illustration of the section of road covered by this management plan

The works consist of the repair or improvement of the roadway, hydraulic works (drainage, etc.),
the installation of safety and signaling equipment.
The EPC will design, build, test and complete all installations and systems necessary to carry out
the work.
The redevelopment and improvement works, as specified, will be carried out within the framework
of the existing right-of-way, avoiding the acquisition of land, except for places where the width is
insufficient and where provisions for correcting the route, d Improvement of intersections /
geometric characteristics of the road are considered necessary, feasible and affordable. This is the
case, for example, of the doubling of lanes planned between PK24 and PK40,2.

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1.2. TERMINOLOGY USED

Throughout the document, the following terminology is used with the following meaning:
 The Project: anticipated permanent works from PK24 to PK105 of the Route Nationale
Transgabonaise;
 The Partner: Société Autoroutière du Gabon (SAG);
 EPC: Afcons Infrastructure Limited.

1.3. APPROACH AND OBJECTIVES OF THE MANAGEMENT PLAN

The implementation of this plan is part of the Environmental and Social Management System
(ESMS) of the EPC. This ESMS is made up of different plans each dealing with a specific subject,
they are articulated in a coherent manner in order to address all the risks and potential impacts of
the project.
In this case, the objective of this plan is to identify, assess, limit and manage atmospheric, dust and
noise emissions associated with construction. The purpose of these objectives is to reduce the
effects of the generation of gas, smoke, dust and noise on the environment and surrounding
communities.
The air, dust and noise management plan refers to certain other plans as part of additional measures:

 The Erosion Control and Restoration Plan for Temporary Sites Concerning Dust Emissions;

 The occupational hygiene, health and safety plan, in particular for:

o The health and safety awareness and reception program;
o The medical examination upon hiring.

2. REFERENCE TEXTS

2.1. GAS AND DUST

2.1.1. Gabonese legislation

Gabonese legislation regulates atmospheric emissions via:

 Law No. 007/2014 relating to the Protection of the Environment in the Gabonese Republic;

 Decree n ° 000539 / PR / MEFEPEPN of July 15, 2005 regulating environmental impact

studies.

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Gabonese legislation does not, however, define limits on emissions and concentrations in the
atmosphere.

2.1.2. WHO guidelines

This plan is developed on the basis of the guidelines given by the WHO in the report “WHO
guidelines on air quality: particles, ozone, nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide (2005 version)”.
This report gives, in addition to indicative values (target values to be reached), intermediate targets.
These intermediate targets are proposed as intermediate steps to gradually reduce air pollution and
are intended for regions where pollution is high. These targets aim to promote the passage of high
concentrations of air pollutants with acute and serious consequences for health, to lower
concentrations.

The table below summarizes the guideline and target values for NO2, SO2, Ozone and particulate
matter PM10 and PM2.5.

POLLUTING AVERAGE EXPOSURE TIME VALUE IN µG / M3

Sulfur dioxide (SO2)
Nitrogen dioxide (NO2)
PM10 particulate matter
PM2.5 particulate matter
Ozone
Table 2 - WHO Air Quality Guidelines and Intermediate Targets for NO2, SO2, Ozone and PM10
and PM 2.5 Particulate Matter
125 (intermediate target 1)
24 hours 50 (intermediate target 2)
20 (indicative)
10 minutes 500 (indicative)
1 year 40 (indicative)
1 hour 200 (indicative)
70 (intermediate target 1)
50 (intermediate target 2)
1 year
30 (intermediate target 3)
20 (indicative)
150 (intermediate target 1)
100 (intermediate target 2)
24 hours
75 (intermediate target 3)
50 (indicative)
35 (intermediate target 1)
25 (intermediate target 2)
1 year
15 (intermediate target 3)
10 (indicative)
75 (intermediate target 1)
50 (intermediate target 2)
24 hours
37.5 (intermediate target 3)
25 (indicative)
Maximum average over 8 hours 100

2.1.3. SFI Standards

The measures for identifying, evaluating and controlling atmospheric emissions and dust
recommended in this plan comply with the recommendations issued by the IFC, in particular:

 Performance standard 1:

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  Identification of risks and impacts;
 Management programs;
 Monitoring and evaluation.
In addition to the Standards described above, the IFC General EHS Guidelines repeat the WHO
guidelines reported in the Table 2 presented previously.

2.2. NOISE

2.2.1. Gabonese legislation

Gabonese legislation also regulates noise emissions via:

 Law No. 007/2014 relating to the Protection of the Environment in the Gabonese Republic;
 Decree n ° 000539 / PR / MEFEPEPN of July 15, 2005 regulating environmental impact
studies.
Gabonese legislation does not, however, define limits on noise emissions.
Decree n ° 01494 / PR / MTEPS of 29/12/2011 determining the general rules of hygiene and safety
in the workplace (according to article 213 of the labor code) indicates in article 45 that "the noise
exposure level must be as low as possible and remain within an intensity limit which does not risk
damaging the health of workers ”. Articles 46 and 47 also define exposure limit thresholds,
provided in the table below.

SOUND LEVELS IN DB (A) AUTHORIZED EXPOSURE TIME IN HOUR.DAY

85 8 (1)
(1)
Syears of personal hearing protection equipment.
Table 3 - Sound levels and exposure times retained

In addition, according to the same directive, when the sound level to which personnel are exposed
reaches 85 dB (A) for a period of more than 8 hours, the peak sound pressure level reaches 140 dB
(C), or the maximum sound level reached 110dB (A), we must strictly apply the wearing of ear
protectors which must reduce the sound levels at the ear to 85 dB (A) minimum.

2.2.2. SFI Standards

Finally, the IFC, which is based on the WHO values, indicates that the noise limits for different
workplaces must respect the values in the table below.
LAEQ EQUIVALENT
LOCATION / ACTIVITY WORK AREA THE MAX
LEVEL, 8H

Heavy industry
(without oral
Concrete plant 85 dB (A) 110 dB (A)
communication
request)
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 Light industry
Outdoor work area and
(decreasing oral
access (within 5 m on 50-65 dB (A) 110 dB (A)
communication
either side)
demand)

Living base and

Open-plan offices,
worksite area inside
control rooms, service 45-50 dB (A) /
study and meeting
counters, or equivalent
workspaces.

Table 4 - Noise limits for different workplaces according to the IFC

2.2.3. Emissions and noise levels in the environment

At present, Gabonese legislation does not define a limit value to be observed regarding noise
pollution during the construction phase in the environment.
The noise exposure level must be as low as possible and remain within an intensity limit which does
not risk compromising the peace of the surrounding populations at the site.

3. SOURCES OF IMPACT

3.1. EMISSIONS INVENTORY

3.1.1. Sources of atmospheric emissions and dust

The equipment and activities that are likely to generate atmospheric emissions and dust are listed in
the following table.
RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
SOURCES OF RISK GENERATION OF GREENHOUSE
GENERATION OF DUST
GASES
Creation and operation of
Generation of dust related to the
guarding and parking GHG release due to the use of
creation of the right-of-way and
areas for construction construction machinery and various
brush clearing, earthworks
machinery equipment / tools useful for the work
operations, and machine traffic
- creation of access roads
Generation of dust linked to
increased traffic (trucks GHG release due to the use of mini-
Daily traffic linked to the
transporting materials, buses, construction machinery, and
construction site
construction machinery, mini- trucks.
buses transporting workers, etc.)
Generation of dust linked to the
GHG release due to the use of mini-
fill and cut created for the road
Creation of fill and cuttings buses, construction machinery, and
structure, crossroads,
trucks.
roundabouts, the opening of lanes
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 RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
SOURCES OF RISK GENERATION OF GREENHOUSE
GENERATION OF DUST
GASES
adjacent to the main road

Release of PAHs (polycyclic aromatic

Redevelopment of the road
Creation of crossings and
roundabouts
Creation and resumption of
access roads to neighboring
neighborhoods
Remediation work
Table 5 - Sources of atmospheric emissions and dust
Generation of dust due to brush
cutting, cuttings and backfill,
excavation and earthwork
activities
Generation of dust due to brush
cutting, cuttings and backfill,
excavation and earthwork
activities
Generation of dust due to brush
cutting, cuttings and backfill,
earthwork activities
Generation of dust due to the
transport and storage of materials,
the production of materials, the
use of construction machinery
hydrocarbons) Release of exhaust
gases due to the use of construction
machinery, mini buses and trucks
Release of GHGs due to the
production of materials (concrete,
asphalt) Release of volatile compounds
linked to use of hot applied bitumen
Release of exhaust gases due to the use
of construction machinery, mini buses
and trucks Release of GHGs due to the
production of materials (concrete,
asphalt)
Release of exhaust gases due to the use
of construction machinery, mini buses
and trucks
Release of exhaust gases due to the use
of construction machinery, mini buses
and trucks Release of GHGs due to the
production of materials (concrete,
asphalt

3.1.2. Noise sources

The equipment and activities that are likely to generate noise pollution are listed in the following
table.
SOURCES OF RISK RISKS RELATED TO NOISE POLLUTION
Creation and operation of
guarding and parking areas for Increase in noise level due to the use of construction machinery and
construction machinery various construction equipment
- creation of access roads

Increase in noise level due to increased traffic, use of construction

Traffic related to the works
machinery, mini buses and vehicles

Increase in noise level due to the use of construction machinery and the
Creation of fill and cuttings
transport of materials

Increase in noise level due to excavation and earthmoving operations,

Redevelopment of the road transport of materials, use of construction machinery, production of
materials

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 SOURCES OF RISK RISKS RELATED TO NOISE POLLUTION
Increase in noise level due to excavation and earthmoving operations,
Creation of crossings and
transport of materials, use of construction machinery, production of
roundabouts
materials
Creation and resumption of Increase in noise level due to excavation and earthmoving operations,
access roads to neighboring transport of materials, use of construction machinery, production of
neighborhoods materials
Increase in noise level due to the use of machinery, transport of
Remediation work
materials, production of concrete
Table 6 - Sources of noise pollution

3.2. SENSITIVITY OF THE ENVIRONMENT

This part presents the list of the most sensitive main receptors in the context of construction
activities.

3.2.1. Identification of receptors for atmospheric emissions

The table below shows the receptors for atmospheric emissions and dust.

POTENTIAL RESULTING
SUB-ACTIVITIES RECEIVERS
IMPACTS
 Workers operating nearby
Use of motor vehicles and  Local population near the
Exhaust gas discharge
vehicles works
 Fauna and flora around

 Workers operating nearby

Transportation of materials
Dust emission  Local population living near
by vehicles
the works

Material Processing and

Concrete Production - Hot Release of dust from materials
 Workers operating nearby
Mixing / Dosing Plant, (rock, sand, cement, etc.)
Crusher Plant

Table 7 - Receivers for atmospheric emissions and dust

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3.2.2. Identification of noise receptors

The table below shows the receivers concerning noise pollution.

Sub-activities
Traffic in vehicles and construction
machinery (bulldozer, trucks,
compactors, compressors,
mechanical excavators, etc.)
Road traffic of trucks supplying the
site
Noisy site activities (concrete
batching plant, generators, lifting
and loading equipment)
Material crushing activities
Noisy site activities (concrete
batching plant, generators, lifting
and loading equipment)
Road traffic concerning the
transport of site equipment and the
return of site personnel to the life
base at the end of service
Table 8 - Receiver for noise pollution
Potential resulting
Receivers
impacts
Daytime work
 Workers operating nearby
Noise nuisance of
 Local population living
medium intensity and
close to the construction site
high frequency
 Fauna around
Low intensity noise  Workers operating nearby
nuisance but with high  Riparian population present
frequency along the road
 Workers operating nearby
High intensity and high
frequency noise nuisance
 Local population living
close to the construction site
 Workers operating nearby
Noise
 Fauna around
Night work
Noise nuisance and sleep
 Workers operating nearby
disturbance for
neighboring populations
 Riparian population
 Workers operating nearby
Noise nuisance and sleep
 Riparian population present
disturbance for
along the road
neighboring populations
 Fauna around

4. GENERAL PRINCIPLES AND OBJECTIVES

4.1. MANAGEMENT OF ATMOSPHERIC AND DUST EMISSIONS

This plan makes it possible to identify, assess, limit and manage atmospheric and dust emissions
associated with construction, resulting in 4 objectives:

 Objective 1.1: Reduction of atmospheric and dust emissions impacting people, fauna and flora

 Objective 1.2: Reduction of worker exposure to atmospheric and dust emissions

 Objective 1.3: Control of worker exposure

 Objective 1.4: Control of exposure of populations

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4.2. NOISE MANAGEMENT

The plan identifies, assesses, limits and manages noise pollution associated with construction,
resulting in 4 objectives:

 Objective 2.1: Noise reduction impacting people and fauna

 Objective 2.2: Reduce worker exposure to noise

 Objective 2.3: Control of worker exposure

 Objective 2.4: Control of population and fauna exposure

5. IMPLEMENTATION ON THE SITES

5.1. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRINCIPLES RELATING TO THE LIMITATIONS

OF ATMOSPHERIC EMISSIONS AND DUST

5.1.1. Implementation of the principles relating to the reduction of atmospheric and dust
emissions (objective 1.1)

To meet the objective of reducing and managing atmospheric and dust emissions, measures will be
implemented. These measures concern:

 Gear in good condition and properly maintained:

o Set up a maintenance and preventive maintenance schedule for machinery, trucks
and generators;
o Opt for installations (asphalt and concrete plants) that meet European standards and
provide adequate maintenance to ensure compliance with IFC air quality thresholds;

o Favor recent machines;

o Regularly check and maintain and at least according to the frequency defined by the
manufacturer the construction machinery (control exhaust gas emissions), the
generator sets and keep a monitoring register, compressors, etc.;

 Remoteness from the population when possible;

 Limiting the speed of construction vehicles (30 km / h):

o In all inhabited areas;
o In work areas and work bases;
o Wildlife crossing areas

 Coverage of volatile materials:

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 o Cover volatile materials during transport;

o Cover volatile materials in the event of prolonged storage without activity;

o Set up partitioned storage areas for materials generating a lot of dust;

 Watering:
o Regularly water the roadways (i.e. at least 4 times a day during periods without daily
rain) in all sensitive areas (near homes);
o Sprinkle dust-generating materials in open-air storage areas during periods of high
wind;

 Storage of liquid and solid volatile products:

o Ensure that volatile product storage facilities are maintained in good condition to
avoid any fugitive or accidental release of gas.

The following table presents the measures recommended for the management of atmospheric
emissions and dust to meet the objective of reducing them.

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MEASURES
Ensure the inspection and
periodic maintenance of
construction machinery and
generator sets according to
the supplier's instructions
Ensure that volatile product
storage facilities are
maintained in good working
order to avoid any fugitive or
accidental release of gas
Ensure control of dust
emissions and maintain good
ambient air quality
Limit vehicle speed
Cover trucks carrying
materials likely to generate
dust with tarpaulins
Road Watering:
MEANS OF IMPLEMENTATION
 Control of the characteristics of the
generators which will have to respect the
EHS standards of the IFC concerning
emissions (in particular NOx)
 Random visual inspections of vehicles or
engines showing excessive emissions, such
as heavy smoke development (HSE
inspection)
 Checklist to ensure all equipment has been
checked
See hazardous products management plan
 Visual inspections of dust deposits on
vegetation around roads and worksite
facilities, if dust deposits are present on
vegetation, increase the watering frequency
in dry periods
 Water the pavements regularly (about 4
times a day during the dry season)
 Measure detailed in See the Erosion Control and Restoration of Temporary Sites Plan
 Procedure established with the aggregate
supplier to ensure the systematic covering
of vehicles transporting powder
 Random visual inspections of trucks
carrying materials that may generate dust
 Use of appropriate irrigation trucks
 Availability of water points for
refueling
Table 9 - Measures relating to the reduction of atmospheric and dust emissions (objective 1.1)
RESPONSIBLE FOR
TRACKING METHOD
IMPLEMENTATION
 Technical documentation of
generating sets (in particular
concerning NOx emissions)
 Keep a record of any maintenance
required to deal with visible
emissions or localized air quality
Environmental and incidents
social manager  Weekly visual inspection of the
general condition of the machinery
 Monthly review of control and
maintenance log
 Comply with atmospheric emissions
and maintenance standards for
machinery, trucks and generators
 Weekly visual inspection
 Regular meetings with the
Environmental and Social
Environmental and
Monitoring Committee (CSES), in
social manager
particular with the aim of taking into
consideration complaints related to
dust emissions
 Existence of the procedure
Environmental and established with the aggregate
social manager supplier
 Weekly visual inspection of the
Projet Manager
Road condition
MONITORING FOLLOW-UP
MONITORING INDICATORS
MANAGER SCHEDULE
 Number of technical
documentations equal to the
number of different generating sets
 Number of weekly visual
inspections performed EPC Monthly
 Number of checks carried out /
number of deviations observed
(engines showing excessive
emissions, non-standard equipment)
 Number of visual inspections
performed / number of inspections
with deviation EPC Monthly
 Number of complaints received for
presence of dust / processed
 Number of checks carried out /
number of deviations observed
(trucks transporting materials liable
to generate dust not covered by
EPC Monthly
tarpaulins)
 Number of sensitizations on truck
coverage / number of drivers
sensitized
4 times a day
 Number of trucks and refueling
during the season
water points available EPC
without rain
 Completed inspection sheets
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5.1.2. Implementation of the principles relating to the reduction of workers' exposure to
atmospheric and dust emissions (objective 1.2)

To meet the objective of reducing worker exposure and managing atmospheric and dust emissions,
measures will be implemented to protect workers. These measures concern:

 Organization of staff rotations to reduce staff exposure times;

 Distribution of specific Personal Protective Equipment where it is needed:

o Cartridge masks equipped with ABEKP3;

o Disposable filter masks FFP3;

o Dust masks;

 Medical examination upon hiring and medical follow-up throughout the site;

 Make workers aware of their behavior in order to avoid and / or reduce risky situations
(position themselves upstream during loading / unloading activities against the wind in order
to reduce exposure to dust).

The following table presents the measures recommended for the management of atmospheric
emissions and dust to meet the objective of reducing them to reduce worker exposure.

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 MEANS OF RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING MONITORING FOLLOW-UP
MEASURES TRACKING METHOD
IMPLEMENTATION IMPLEMENTATION INDICATORS MANAGER SCHEDULE
 Cartridge masks equipped
Distribution of with ABEKP3;
specific PPE  Disposable filter masks See the Occupational Hygiene, Health and Safety Plan and Covid program
where it is needed FFP3;
 Dust masks
Medical
examination upon
 See the occupational hygiene, health and safety plan and covid program
hiring and medical
follow-up
 Information meeting
 Avoid / reduce risky
behavior.
The worker can, for
 Visual inspection to
Educate the example, plan to position Environmental and  Number of
ensure that good EPC Monthly
worker himself upstream of the social manager inspections
practices are followed
unloading areas with
respect to the wind in
order to reduce his
exposure to dust

Table 10 - Measures relating to the reduction of workers' exposure to atmospheric and dust emissions (objective 1.2)

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5.1.3. Implementation of the principles relating to the control of worker exposure (objective
1.3)

The contractor will implement a monitoring program to assess the impacts of atmospheric
emissions and dust on the environment, workers and communities.
The monitoring program will include site monitoring by a company or competent personnel to
assess air quality against WHO thresholds for each identified receptor:

 Installation of air quality measurement stations (NO2, dust, etc.).

The measurements can be done as follows:

 1 to 2 measurement points in the life base (PK50);

 1 to 2 measurement points in the logistics base (PK95);

 1 to 2 measurement points in worksite areas.

For each measurement, the exact location of the measurement points must be adapted according to
the progress of the project. If necessary, the number of measurement points will be increased in
order to adapt to real construction activities. The identification of the exact location of each
measurement campaign will be determined after a specific analysis taking into account the presence
of workers and the frequency and duration of exposure to air pollution.

The following table presents the recommended measures relating to the control of worker exposure.

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 MEANS OF RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING MONITORING FOLLOW-UP
MEASURES TRACKING METHOD
IMPLEMENTATION IMPLEMENTATION INDICATORS MANAGER SCHEDULE
 Examination of the
A
NO2 and dust
measurement
concentrations
at the start of
 NO2 and dust monitoring sheets  Number of
Air quality Environmental and the work and
measurement following the monitoring sheets EPC
measurement social manager a
program measurement  measurement
campaigns
in the middle
 Compliance with local of the work
and WHO standards

Table 11 - Measures relating to the control of worker exposure (objective 1.3)

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5.1.4. Implementation of the principles relating to the control of exposure of populations
(objective 1.4)

The contractor will implement a monitoring program to assess the impacts of atmospheric
emissions and dust on the environment and exposed populations.
The nuisances will be mainly related to the flight of dust. The following measures should be put in
place:

 Regular visual inspection of visible dust deposits;

 Continuous monitoring of the complaints register.

In the event that the populations are exposed to excessive concentration levels, additional measures
may be taken in consultation with the local authorities and the affected populations.
The following table presents the measures relating to the control of exposure of the populations
recommended.

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 MEANS OF RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING MONITORING
MEASURES TRACKING METHOD FOLLOW-UP SCHEDULE
IMPLEMENTATION IMPLEMENTATION INDICATORS MANAGER
 Visual inspection  Number of follow-ups
follow-up register recorded in the
 Daily in the dry season
Visible dust Environmental and  Checking the dust registers
 Visual control EPC  Weekly in the rainy
monitoring social manager level of the  Dustiness rate of the
season
environment and environment and
nearby vegetation nearby vegetation
 EPC for
Continuous
workers
monitoring of Environmental and  Weekly review of
 Register  Number of complaints  Partner for  Weekly
the complaints social manager complaints register
local
register
residents

Table 12 - Measures relating to the control of exposure of populations (objective 1.4)

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5.2. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRINCIPLES RELATING TO THE LIMITATION
OF NOISE POLLUTION

5.2.1. Implementation of the principles relating to noise reduction (objective 2.1)

To meet the objective of reducing and managing noise pollution, measures will be implemented to
avoid impacts on wildlife and people .These measures are described below:

 Use machines and equipment with minimum noise levels;

 Equip all machines with appropriate noise reduction equipment whether the technology and
climatic conditions allow the equipment to be able to operate at a nominal level (cowling,
etc.);

 Monitor the noise emissions of machinery with regard to the normative thresholds and
references for the noise emissions of construction machinery;

 Set up maintenance sheets for equipment listing their operation in nominal mode

 Removal of workers when possible;

 Provide mandatory training to employees and subcontractors to raise awareness about

wildlife and the importance of avoiding human-wildlife interactions

 Limit wildlife access to work areas as much as possible

 Avoid disturbing wildlife in the vicinity of the work area

 In the event of a risk of complaints from the neighborhood or the proximity of a sensitive
establishment such as, for example, a healthcare establishment, collective protective measures
must, as a priority, be put in place to isolate sources of noise located close to them. home (eg
generator);

 Set up work schedules between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. in order to ensure that residents' rest periods
are not permanently affected and to avoid, as far as possible, night work, which in any case
can only be undertaken on condition of having previously informed the competent authorities;

 Inform residents of the hours of expected high noise levels;

 Post warnings on site during periods of high noise;

 Set up parking and guarding areas far from homes (~ 100m) in order to prevent the flow of
vehicles and waiting from directly impacting the populations;

 Keep noisy installations (asphalt plants and concrete plants) away from homes

 Maintenance of machinery and vehicles;

The following table shows the measures relating to the reduction of noise emissions.

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 RESPO MONITORING MONITORING FOLLOW-UP
MEASURES MEANS OF IMPLEMENTATION TRACKING METHOD
IMPLEMENTATION INDICATORS MANAGER SCHEDULE

 Use machinery and equipment

with minimum noise levels
 Equip all machines with
appropriate noise reduction
equipment if weather
 Set up monitoring of
conditions allow
compliant gear
 Monitor noise emissions from
 Period control of
machinery under Directive
Reduce nuisance at Environmental and construction  Distance between
2000/14 / EC concerning EPC Monthly
source social manager machinery parking and
noise emissions in the
environment of construction  Existence of a register guarding areas vis-
listing the checks and à-vis the dwellings
machinery
maintenance carried  Number of checks
 Random inspection of
out
equipment showing excessive
sound levels
 Set up parking and guarding
areas far from homes (around
100m)
Restrict access to  Complaints register
 Avoid noisy night work  Number of panels
the site during Environmental and  Presence of a sign
 Work between 6 a.m. and 6  Number of checks EPC Monthly
works causing high social manager indicating the hours of
p.m. carried out
level noise impacts prohibition of work
 Use construction  Set up a follow-
 Number of
equipment with up of compliant
controls
soundproof cabins machines
 Number of
Avoid disturbing  Use machines and  Periodic
campaigns to
wildlife in the equipment with minimal inspection of
Environmental and measure noise
vicinity of the work noise levels construction EPC Monthly
social manager levels
area (Sites and  Equip all machines with equipment
 Number of
quarries) appropriate noise  Existence of a
soundproofed
reduction equipment if register listing the
equipment
weather conditions controls and
EPC Monthly
permit maintenance

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 RESPO MONITORING MONITORING FOLLOW-UP
MEASURES MEANS OF IMPLEMENTATION TRACKING METHOD
IMPLEMENTATION INDICATORS MANAGER SCHEDULE

 Monitor noise emissions carried out

from machinery in
accordance with
Directive 2000/14/EC
concerning
environmental noise
emissions from
construction machinery
 Random inspection of
equipment showing
excessive noise levels
 Measurement campaign
around noisy points

Table 13 - Measures relating to noise reduction (objective 2.1)

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5.2.2. Implementation of the principles for reducing workers' exposure to noise (objective
2.2)

To meet the objective of reducing and managing noise pollution, measures will be implemented.
Thesemeasures are described below:

 Set up work schedules between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. in order to ensure that residents' rest periods
are not permanently affected and to avoid, as far as possible, night work, which in any case
can only be undertaken subject to having previously informed the competent authorities

 Limit the duration of workers' exposure: for each increase of more than 3 dB (A) in the sound
level, the period or duration of exposure "allowed" must be reduced by 50%. 1

 Examine and apply the use of soundproofing materials, sound source isolation and other
engineering control systems;

 In the event that the above measures cannot be applied, set up standards for the supply of
personal protective equipment 2: make earmuffs available as soon as the worker is exposed to
noise levels above 85 dB (A) for a period of more than 8 hours per day or when the peak
sound pressure level reaches 140 dB ( C), or that the maximum sound level reaches 110 dB
(A). Hearing protectors must reduce sound levels at the ear to a minimum of 85 dB (A);

 Staff awareness.

 Use of protective equipment at the factory and workshop level where the noise level could be
high (asphalt plant, concrete plant and power plant).
The following table shows the recommended measures for controlling worker exposure.

1
The American Conference of Gouvernmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH), 2006

2
The IFC (WHO) indicates thresholds beyond which PPE (ear muffs or earplugs) must be worn by workers: 85 dB (A)
over 8 hours, 88 dB (A) over 4 hours, 92 dB ( A) over 2 hours and 95 dB (A) over 1 hour or less. The decree n ° 01494 /
PR / MTEPS of December 29, 2011 determining the general rules of hygiene and safety in the workplaces reconciles this
information.

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 MEANS OF RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING MONITORING FOLLOW-UP
MEASURES TRACKING METHOD
IMPLEMENTATION IMPLEMENTATION INDICATORS MANAGER SCHEDULE

Use soundproof  Use construction

Environmental and  Register listing the  Number of
materials Isolation machinery with EPC Monthly
social manager equipment soundproof equipment
of the noise source soundproof cabins
 Work between 6 a.m.  Presence of signs
and 6 p.m. indicating the hours of
Set up work Environmental and
 Avoid night work prohibition of work  Number of complaints EPC Monthly
schedules social manager
 Limit the duration of  Complaints from
worker exposure residents due to noise

 Staff rotation schedule

Environmental and
Staff turnover at noisy dust-  Tally sheets register  Number of registers EPC Monthly
social manager
producing stations
Mandatory hearing
 See Health and Safety See Health and Safety  See Health and Safety  See Health and Safety
protection (ear EPC Daily
management plan management plan management plan management plan
muffs…)
 Awareness meeting on
arrival on site and then
 Monitoring of workers'
quarterly if necessary
Environmental and compliance with the  Number of awareness
Staff awareness following a major EPC Monthly
social manager recommended sessions
change in work phase
measures
or in response to non-
conformities
Table 14 - Measures to reduce workers' exposure to noise (objective 2.2)

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5.2.3. Implementation of principles for controlling worker exposure (objective 2.3)

The noise monitoring program will include monitoring of sound levels by a competent external
contractor contracted by the contractor, in order to assess the sound level. against IFC thresholds. A
follow-up will be carried out on the identified receptors (workers operating near noisy activities or
equipment) according to recognized environmental standards (ISO 1996-2 standard in particular) in
order to map the noisy areas. These areas will be delimited by road signs, where the wearing of ear
protectors will be made compulsory.
The precise location of the measurements will be determined by the expert in charge of the
measurements to be carried out at each change of work phase, with at least:

 1 to 2 measurement points in the life base (PK50) representative of the rest areas (day and
night period);

 1 to 2 measurement points in the logistics base (PK95) representative of the noise perceived
by workers;

 1 to 2 measurement points in the site area representative of the noise perceived by workers.

Noise tests in the immediate vicinity of the noisiest equipment (Lp> 85 dB (A) at 1 m) will be
carried out when this equipment is put in place and then during monthly checks to establish the
areas and stations where the wearing of noise-canceling headphones are mandatory. These
measurements will make it possible to evaluate the LAeq, 8h and the instantaneous sound pressure
level or peak value. Signage will be installed at each place, zone or workstation indicating the
obligation to wear earmuffs.
The sound level meter used must be a class 1 or class 2 sound level meter meeting all relevant
standards. In accordance with the IFC prescriptions in the environmental, health and safety
directives, the sound level meters will be placed approximately 1.5 m above the ground and never
less than 3 m from a reflecting surface.
For each measurement, the exact location of the measurement point must be adapted according to
the development of the project. If necessary, the number of measurement points will be increased in
order to adapt to real construction activities. The identification of the exact location of each
measurement campaign will be determined after a specific analysis taking into account the presence
of workers and the risk of exposure to noise.
Medical monitoring of the staff's potential hearing loss will be adopted, along with preventive
audiometric testing. Any worker likely to be exposed to noise must be tested as part of the annual
medical check-up. In addition, a thorough medical examination (hearing tests) upon hiring will
make it possible to make an inventory of the worker's state of health, which will thus make it
possible, through annual visits, to monitor his condition and ensure that no deterioration in his
health, directly attributable to his work, has been observed (private medical data, the EPC will not
have access to personal data, but will have a look at the overall statistics) Additional checks will be
carried out at at the request of the worker or after exposure to high noise levels.
The following table shows the recommended measures for controlling worker exposure.

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 MEANS OF RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING MONITORING FOLLOW-UP
MEASURES TRACKING METHOD
IMPLEMENTATION IMPLEMENTATION INDICATORS MANAGER SCHEDULE
 1 to 2 measurement
points in the life base
representative of the  Control campaign at
rest areas (day and each phase of the work
night period) and more regular
 1 to 2 measurement campaign in case of  Number of sound
points in the logistics Environmental and necessity and level surveys
Noise monitoring EPC Monthly
base representative of social manager complaint  Number of readings
program
the noise perceived  Contract for exceeding the
by workers measuring sound thresholds
 1 to 2 measurement levels related to work
points in the site area signed with a
representative of the specialist
noise perceived by
workers
 When installing every
noisy machine
 Monthly control
 Measurement
measures
Monitoring of campaign around Environmental and  Number of sound
social manager  Contract for EPC Monthly
noisy areas noisy points> 85 dB level surveys
measuring sound
(A) at 1m
levels related to work
signed with a
specialist

Medical
 See the occupational hygiene, health and safety plan and covid program
supervision

Table 15 - Measures relating to the control of worker exposure (objective 2.3)

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5.2.4. Implementation of the principles relating to the control of exposure to populations
(objective 2.4)

To meet the objective of controlling exposure to noise pollution, continuous monitoring of the
complaints register may be implemented.
The following table presents the methods of this measurement relating to the monitoring of
exposure of populations.

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 Table 16 - Measures relating to the control of exposure to populations (objective 2.4)

MEANS OF RESPONSIBLE FOR MONITORING MONITORING FOLLOW-UP

MEASURES TRACKING METHOD
IMPLEMENTATION IMPLEMENTATION INDICATORS MANAGER SCHEDULE
 Organization of work
 Organizational
tasks
Encourage noisy procedure for defining
 Define a ban on Environmental and  Number of noisy jobs
work during the work tasks EPC Monthly
certain noisy social manager carried out at night
day  Existence of "silent"
equipment beyond
schedules
certain hours
Inform residents of
 Implantation of  Presence of signs
the hours of Environmental and
warnings on the site indicating areas of  Number of panels EPC Monthly
expected high social manager
 Set up work schedules excessive sound levels
noise levels
Continuous
Environmental and  Weekly review of
monitoring of the  Register  Number of complaints EPC Weekly
social manager complaints register
complaints register

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6. STAFF TRAINING

The Environment and Social Manager will provide awareness-raising and training on air emissions
and noise management procedures and policies to all employees.
Regarding atmospheric and dust emissions:

 Driver training and awareness raising in respect of speed limits:

o Driver training on the day of arrival on site;
o Awareness of compliance with speed limits on a quarterly basis or more frequently if
necessary (recurring non-compliance for example).
Regarding noise, there will be several levels of awareness:

 Initial awareness: All new employees will be made aware of the risks associated with noise
before starting work. All staff will be made aware of the importance of minimizing noise and
the necessary measures in this regard. Workers will be made aware of the use of hearing
protection (where to get them? When to wear them? Etc.);

 Occasional collective awareness-raising: following a change in phase of major works, in

response to non-conformities (noise level too high, no PPE in compulsory areas, etc.).
This awareness raising and training will be carried out using communication media (posters,
powerpoint, etc.). These communication supports will also be sent to all subcontractors so that the
employees under their responsibility are also made aware.
These training sessions will be carried out during the safety reception, then awareness sessions will
be carried out at regular intervals on the site, or when a feeling of drift appears, observed during site
inspections.

7. REPORTING

7.1. RECORD KEEPING

Records will be kept for the duration of the project. Records for the management of air, dust and
noise emissions will include the following:
 Register of control notes for atmospheric emissions, dust and noise;

 Records of the results of sound level measurements;

 Register of complaints and their handling of noise and dust, via the complaints management
mechanism;

 Record of non-compliance incident notes and corrective actions;

 Other related registers:

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 o The Road Traffic Management Plan, in particular concerning speed limits;

o The Occupational Health and Safety Management Plan for: the health and safety
awareness and reception program;
o The Recruitment Plan, in terms of health tests on hiring and medical visits.

7.2. MONTHLY SUMMARY REPORT

As part of the environmental and social management system, the EPC will provide the Partner with
a monthly progress report with in particular the following information:

 Improvement actions implemented as part of the environmental and social risk analysis
process;

 Proof of the effectiveness of the improvement actions implemented;

 The number of site inspections carried out and the number of audits carried out;

 A summary of the conclusions of the field inspections and audits, and in particular the non-
conformities as well as the remedial actions implemented;

 The main construction phases to come and the measures planned;

 Areas for improvement to be developed for the weeks and months to come;

 Monitoring of environmental and social performance indicators and an analysis of this

monitoring.

 Training sessions and topics developed during the month

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APPENDICES

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ANNEX 1 - Monthly summary table for the
Partner

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 MITIGATION OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR MEASUREMENT AND MONITORING INDICATORS OBJECTIVE END OF MONTH COMMENT
FOLLOW-UP MEASURE IMPLEMENTATION OR MONITORING (IF RELEVANT) VALUE

MONITORING SCHEDULE

ATMOSPHERIC AND DUST EMISSIONS

Ensure the inspection Environmental and Monthly  Technical documentation of
and periodic social manager generating sets (in particular
maintenance of concerning NOx emissions)
construction  Keep a record of any
machinery and the maintenance required to deal
generator set with visible emissions or
according to the localized air quality
supplier's instructions incidents
 Number of weekly visual
inspections performed
 Number of checks carried
out / number of deviations
observed (engines showing
excessive emissions, non-
standard equipment)
Ensure that the Voir hazardous products See hazardous products  See hazardous products
storage facilities for management plan management plan management plan
gaseous, liquid and
solid products are
maintained in good
working order in
order to avoid any
accidental leak or
release of gas
Ensure control of dust Environmental and Monthly  Number of visual
emissions and social manager inspections performed /
maintain good number of inspections with
ambient air quality deviation
 Number of internal and
external complaints received
for the presence of dust /

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FOLLOW-UP MEASURE IMPLEMENTATION OR MONITORING (IF RELEVANT) VALUE

MONITORING SCHEDULE

processed
Make drivers aware of Environmental and Monthly  Number of sessions /
noise management social manager number of drivers trained in
during night work noise management
Monitoring of sound Environmental and Monthly  Contract for measuring
levels in the social manager sound levels related to work
construction site Readings carried out by signed with a specialist
(worker) and in a specialist authorized  Number of campaigns to
nearby villages to carry out noise record the sound levels of
measurements the works carried out
 Number of readings
exceeding thresholds
 Number of noise level
complaints recorded and
processed
Establishment of areas Environmental and Monthly  Contract for measuring
and workstations in social manager sound levels related to work
which the wearing of Readings carried out by signed with a specialist
earmuffs is a specialist authorized  Number of campaigns to
compulsory to carry out noise record sound levels around
measurements noisy points
 Presence of an up-to-date
prohibition zone plan with
prohibition posters
 Number of sessions and
noise awareness raising /
number of people trained

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FOLLOW-UP MEASURE IMPLEMENTATION OR MONITORING (IF RELEVANT) VALUE

MONITORING SCHEDULE

 Use construction
equipment with
soundproof cabins
 Use machines and
equipment with minimal
noise levels
 Equip all machines with
 Set up a follow-
appropriate noise
up of compliant  Number of
reduction equipment if
machines controls
weather conditions
 Periodic  Number of
Avoid disturbing permit
inspection of campaigns to
wildlife in the  Monitor noise emissions Environmental and construction measure noise
vicinity of the work from machinery in EPC Monthly
social manager equipment levels
area (Sites and accordance with
quarries)  Existence of a  Number of
Directive 2000/14/EC
register listing the soundproofed
concerning
controls and equipment
environmental noise
maintenance EPC Monthly
emissions from
carried out
construction machinery
 Random inspection of
equipment showing
excessive noise levels
 Measurement campaign
around noisy points

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Annex 2 - NON-CONFORMITY FORM
 NOTIFICATION FORM FOR A NON-CONFORMITY EVENT
Date :
Name :
Fonction :
Exact location of the Non-
conformity

Description of the Non-conformity :

Immédiate corrective action :

Suggestion :

Final correctives actions :

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 REGISTER OF RECORDING AND MONITORING OF NON-CONFORMITIES

Description Final
Exact location of the Immediate corrective Owner of
Date of the Non- Suggestion correctives Due date Statuts
Non-conformity action implementation
conformity actions