(i) Additional atmospheric releases:

 The types and quantities of chemicals that will be released into the atmosphere during the
operation of the processing and packaging plant: To assess potential air pollution impacts
from the processing and packaging plant on sensitive receptors, such as nearby residential
areas or protected natural habitats.
 Information on the location and characteristics of sensitive receptors, such as nearby
residential areas or protected natural habitats: To determine if the types and quantities of
chemicals released into the atmosphere during plant operation comply with regulatory
requirements and do not pose a health risk to workers or the public.
 Data on air quality in the surrounding area, including any existing pollution sources: To
identify potential options for reducing or mitigating atmospheric releases, such as
implementing pollution control technologies
(ii) Additional water:
 The amount of water that will be used in the plant's operations, including water for washing,
cooling, and other purposes: To evaluate the water use intensity and efficiency of the plant's
operations, and to identify opportunities for water conservation.
 Information on the source of the water (e.g. municipal supply, groundwater, rainwater): To
assess potential impacts on local water resources and ensure the plant's water use is
sustainable.
 Potential impacts on local water resources, such as groundwater recharge, surface water
quality, or downstream water availability: To identify potential options for reducing or
mitigating water use, such as implementing water recycling or reuse systems.
(iii) Additional utilities:
 Details on the types and amounts of utilities that will be required to operate the plant,
including steam, air, nitrogen, oxygen, electricity, and fire water: To identify the types and
amounts of utilities required for plant operation and evaluate their impact on local
infrastructure and resources.
 Potential impacts on the local infrastructure, such as increased demand on the electrical grid
or water supply system: To identify potential options for reducing or optimizing utility use
and increasing efficiency
 Options for reducing the demand for utilities or increasing the efficiency of their use: To
assess potential impacts on the local community, such as increased demand on the electrical
grid or water supply system.
(iv) Topography constraints:
 Information on the local topography, including any hills, valleys, or other features that could
affect water runoff or drainage: To identify potential impacts of local topography on water
runoff or drainage and assess potential risks of flooding or erosion.
 Potential impacts on the local hydrology, including increased runoff, flooding, or erosion.
 Measures to mitigate or prevent impacts, such as stormwater management systems or
erosion control measures: To identify potential measures to mitigate or prevent these
impacts, such as implementing stormwater management systems or erosion control
measures.
(v) Additional effluent rundown:
 The types and amounts of effluent that will be generated by the plant's operations, including
wastewater, solid waste, and air emissions: To identify potential sources of effluent
generated by the plant's operations and evaluate their impact on the environment and
public health.
  Options for treating or disposing of effluent, including any necessary permits or regulatory
requirements: To assess potential options for treating or disposing of effluent, including
regulatory requirements and potential impacts on the local community and environment.
 Measures to prevent or reduce the generation of effluent, such as pollution prevention
practices or process changes: To identify potential measures to prevent or reduce the
generation of effluent, such as implementing pollution prevention practices or process
changes.
(vi) Climate considerations:
 Information on the local climate, including temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and
other factors that could affect the plant's operations: To assess potential impacts of local
climate on the plant's operations, such as increased stormwater runoff or changes to local
vegetation.
 Potential impacts on the environment, such as increased stormwater runoff or changes to
local vegetation.
 Options for adapting to climate change or reducing greenhouse gas emissions: To identify
potential options for adapting to climate change or reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
(vii) Soil:
 Information on the local soil types, including their physical and chemical characteristics: To
assess potential impacts on local soil quality or erosion and identify potential measures to
protect or enhance soil quality.
 Potential impacts on soil quality or erosion.
 Measures to protect or enhance soil quality, such as erosion control measures or soil
amendments.

(viii) Geology and ground water:

 Information on the local geology and hydrology, including groundwater recharge areas,
aquifer characteristics, and other relevant features: To assess potential impacts on local
groundwater quality or availability and identify potential measures to protect or remediate
groundwater resources.
 Potential impacts on local groundwater quality or availability.
 Measures to protect or remediate groundwater resources, such as monitoring programs or
treatment systems.
(ix) Biological environment:
 Information on local flora and fauna, including any endangered or protected species: To
assess potential impacts on local ecosystems and biodiversity, and identify potential
measures to protect or enhance local flora and fauna.
 Potential impacts on local ecosystems, such as habitat loss or fragmentation.
 Measures to protect or enhance local biodiversity, such as habitat restoration programs or
avoidance measures.
(x) Socio-economic considerations:
 Information on the local community, including demographics, land use patterns, and
economic characteristics: To assess potential impacts on the local community, such as
increased traffic or strain on public services, and identify potential measures to minimize or
offset these impacts.
 Potential impacts on local infrastructure or amenities, such as increased traffic or strain on
public services.
  Measures to minimize or offset any negative socio-economic impacts, such as community
engagement programs or local hiring preferences.
(xi) Infrastructure:
 Information on existing infrastructure in the area, including roads, utilities, and other
relevant features: To assess potential impacts on existing infrastructure in the area, such as
increased demand on roads or utility systems, and identify potential measures to mitigate or
prevent these impacts.
 Potential impacts on local infrastructure, such as increased demand on roads or utility
systems.
 Measures to mitigate or prevent any negative impacts on infrastructure, such as traffic
management plans or infrastructure
(xii) Ergonomics:
 Workstation design: To evaluate the design of workstations and equipment to ensure that
they are ergonomically appropriate and do not pose any risks to workers, such as repetitive
strain injuries.
 Noise pollution: To assess the potential for noise pollution in the plant, which can have
negative impacts on worker comfort and safety, and recommend measures to mitigate any
noise levels that exceed acceptable limits.
 Vibration: To evaluate the potential for vibrations from equipment, which can cause health
problems such as back pain or musculoskeletal disorders and recommend measures to
mitigate the impacts of any excessive vibrations.
 Lighting: To assess the quality of lighting in the plant, which can affect worker productivity
and safety, and recommend measures to improve lighting if necessary.
 Risk/hazard protocol: To evaluate the plant's risk and hazard protocols to ensure they are
sufficient to protect workers from harm and recommend improvements if necessary.
 Health and safety facilities: To assess the availability and quality of health and safety
facilities, such as first aid stations and personal protective equipment, and recommend
improvements if necessary.
(xiii) Health and Safety:
 Chemicals: You would need to assess the types and quantities of chemicals used in the
plant's operations and evaluate their potential health risks to workers. This would require
information on the chemical properties, toxicity, and handling procedures for each chemical.
 General workplace environment: You would need to evaluate the workplace environment
for potential hazards such as dust, noise, and odors, which can cause health problems. This
would require information on air quality, noise levels, and ventilation systems, among other
factors.
 Emergency response plans: You would need to assess the plant's emergency response plans
and procedures, such as fire safety plans, evacuation procedures, and first aid protocols, to
ensure that they are comprehensive and effective.
 Personal protective equipment (PPE): You would need to evaluate the use of personal
protective equipment, such as gloves, respirators, and safety glasses, to ensure that workers
are adequately protected from hazards.
 Hazardous waste: You would need to assess the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous
waste generated by the plant's operations, as well as the potential risks to workers from
exposure to hazardous waste.
 Regulatory compliance: You would need to evaluate the plant's compliance with relevant
health and safety regulations and standards