Pardhan Oil Industries Pvt.

Limited
Initial Environmental Examination
Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP)

Presented by:
 The Project ETP

Salient Features of the Proposed Project

Name of Project Effluent Treatment plant (ETP) in Existing Facility

Project Proponent Pardhan Oil Industries Pvt. Limited

Plot #97, Edible Oil & Molasses Zone Port Qasim

Project Address Authority, Port Qasim Karachi, Pakistan...
 Categorization of Project
• Pardhan Oil Industries intends to install a Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP)
adjacent to its existing facility Facility located at Plot #97, Edible Oil &
Molasses Zone Port Qasim Authority, Port Qasim Karachi, Pakistan
• The treatment plant will be installed to treat process wastewater in order to
comply with Sindh Environmental Quality Standards (SEQS) Limits.
• The capacity of proposed ETP will be 40,000 liters/day (10556.882 US
Gallons Per day).
• As per Section 17 of Sindh Environmental Protection Act 2014, no new
project or its expansion could commence without filing of an Initial
Environmental Examination, or Environmental Impact Assessment (where
warranted).
 Methodology for IEE Study

• Understanding of the Proposed Operations

• Review of Legislation and Guidelines
• Secondary Data Collection
• Field Data Collection
• Impact Identification and Assessment
• Recommendations to Mitigate Impacts
• Developments of Environmental Management Plan (EMP)
• Reporting
 Project Scope

• Process wastewater the Pardhan Oil is approximately 40,000 liters/day

(10556.882 US Gallons Per day) per day which will be treated in the
proposed Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP). In existing setup Pardhan Oil
is treating its wastewater through screening and sedimentation. The
need for the ETP installation is to ensure compliance with SEQS limits.
• The proposed project includes installation and operation of ETP, and
one underground storage tank.
 Project Details
Table 2: Project Details

Name of The Project Installation and Operation of Effluent Treatment Plant

Proponent Pardhan oil industries (Pvt) Limited

Plot #97, Edible Oil & Molasses Zone Port Qasim Authority, Port Qasim
Location of project
Karachi, Pakistan.

 
Sources of wastewater
Process wastewater

Quantity of influent(proposed) 40,000 liters/day (10556.882 US Gallons Per day)

Major parameters for which treatment is required BOD, COD & DO

Estimated duration of Installation Will be concluded by December 2018

Flow of wastewater 40,000 liters/day (10556.882 US Gallons Per day)

Sources of electricity for the plant K-Electric + Backup Generator

Location of the Proposed Extension
 PROPOSED PROCESS
The general principle in wastewater treatment is to remove pollutants from the water
by getting them either to settle or to float, and then removing this material.
 The proposed wastewater treatment plant will be based on Moving Bed Bio

Reactor will include:

 Screening

 Equalization

 Moving Bed Bio Reactor

 Sludge Dewatering

• Screening:
 As the process water may contain solid particles, screening is the first unit used to
filter wastewater in treatment plants. The main purpose of screens is to remove
large objects from wastewater, which may damage pumps and equipment after that
wastewater is taken into equalization tank
 PROPOSED PROCESS

Equalization
Equalization tank in ETP is meant to stabilize and absorb the peaks in the flow and
characteristics of effluent. This helps to feed homogeneous water to the plant in terms
of flow and characteristics.
Equalization tanks equalize the flows and organic loads so that "steady state"
conditions can be maintained in the biological stage and abrupt chocks could be
avoided.
Wastewater is taken into equalization tank for hydraulic and organic equalization and
homogenization. Mixing is done via blower. Pumps will be install in the equalization
tank. Those pumps feed the actual wastewater treatment plant in equal flow rate. Then
wastewater is taken into chemical treatment system.
 
 Moving Bed Bio Reactor

 Moving Bed Bioreactors (MBBR) biologically treat wastewater by circulating

moving media in aerobic and anaerobic activated sludge environments. MBBR
systems are an ideal treatment solution for high-strength wastewater or siting
applications requiring a compact physical footprint.
 The moving media is typically a floating plastic substrate colonized by a
community of bacteria called a biofilm. Increased levels of biofilm enhance the
biological treatment process by introducing a more robust microbial community
to break down nutrients. Independently-moving media carriers continually
circulate through aerobic bio-reactors in a random motion, ensuring excellent
oxygen and substrate transfer to the biomass.
 Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor systems deliver a flexible, cost-effective, and
easy-to-operate means to address current wastewater requirements and the
expandability to meet future loads or more stringent discharge requirements
within a compact design.
Sludge dewatering

Dewatering of sludge is a physical (mechanical) unit

operation used to reduce the moisture content of sludge.
Sludge from different sections of ETP will be stored in
sludge consolidation tank. Settled sludge will be pumped
to the dewatering unit. Decanted matter will be sent back
to the ETP and treated water disposed into drain

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Process flow
chart
Utilities & Others
 Electricity:
 Electricity requirement for the operation of ETP will be supplied by K-Electric which is already
available at the Plot. A generator will be made available as a backup source for ETP. K-Electric
bill Attached as Annexure –V.

 Chemicals:
 The chemicals required for the operation of ETP are Alum, Lime, Sodium
Hydroxide , Sulfuric acid , Activated Sludge, which will be used for
sludge thickening.

 Solid Waste Management

 The waste generated during the operation phase will be biological sludge.

This biological Sludge will be handed over to Sindh EPA approved waste
management contractor for its disposal to designated landfill site.
 Health Safety & Emergency Procedure
Pardhan Oil developed and Implemented there health safety &
emergency policy
• Pardhan Oil utilizes all available resources to provide a Healthy and Safe
working Environment for all its workers and to eliminate all potential
hazards that are capable of causing work related accidents.

• Pardhan Oil through a systemized mechanism detects potential risk and

hazards associated with the job or present in the work environment
which could cause harm /injury to the workers.

• Pardhan Oil provides necessary personal protective equipment and

implements controls to ensure the safety of the workers and their health.
 
• Pardhan Oil provides necessary personal protective equipment’s and
Implements controls to ensure the safety of the workers and their health.
 Health Safety & Emergency Procedure
Pardhan Oil has all permanent employees completely insured as required under local laws

Each employee is expected to obey safety rules and to exercise caution in all work activities.

Employees must immediately report any unsafe condition to the supervisor.

Employees who violate safety standards. Who cause hazardous or dangerous situations, or
who fail to report or, where appropriate. Remedy such situations, may be subject to
disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Emergency procedure are provided

Fire Protection Equipment’s are provided

Exits Signs are posted in the facility

 LEGAL FRAMEWORK
NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY& PLAN

• National Conservation Strategy (NCS).

• National Environmental Policy, 2005.
• National Sanitary Policy , September 2006.
• National Drinking Water Policy
• Biodiversity Action Plan.

NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATION & GUIDELINES

• Sindh Environmental Protection Act (SEPA), 2014
• SEPA (Review of IEE/EIA) Regulations 2014
• Sindh Environmental Quality Standards (SEQS)
• Pakistan Penal Code (1860)
• Antiquities Act, 1975
• Factories Act 1934
• Land Acquisition Act (LAA), 1894
• Sectorial Guidelines for Environmental Reports - Major Chemical and
Manufacturing Plants.
 ENVIRONMENTAL BASELINE

Description of the environment of proposed project, baseline data on the

existing resources of its microenvironment and macro environment has
been explained in this section

1) Physical Environment.

2) Ecological Environment.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Detailed description of the physical resources are covered under the subjects of
topography, geology, soil conditions, climate, surface and ground water resources,
and seismology. Most of the information is collected from secondary resources.
Respective departments were approached by the project team members and
information was collected with the help of checklist. Other studies and reports were
referred and reviewed for the verification of information.

Climatic Condition

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has meteorological station Karachi

International Airport and the climate data evaluated from that station represents the
all areas of Karachi.
There is minor seasonal intervention of a mild winter from mid-December to mid-
February and a long moderate to hot and humid summer extending from April to
September. In July and August due to cloud cover, the temperate is relatively
moderate but humid (~70%).
Temperature
The hot season lasts for 3.4 months, from April 1 to July 13, with an average daily
high temperature above 91°F. The hottest day of the year is June 7, with an average
high of 94°F and low of 84°F. The cool season lasts for 1.8 months, from December
17 to February 12, with an average daily high temperature below 81°F. The coldest
day of the year is January 6, with an average low of 55°F and high of 78°F.
Relative Humidity
Humidity comfort level on the dew point, as it determines whether perspiration will
evaporate from the skin, thereby cooling the body. Lower dew points feel drier and
higher dew points feel more humid. Unlike temperature, which typically varies
significantly between night and day, dew point tends to change more slowly, so
while the temperature may drop at night, a muggy day is typically followed by a
muggy night. Karachi experiences extreme seasonal variation in the perceived
humidity.
The muggier period of the year lasts for 7.8 months, from March 15 to November 9,
during which time the comfort level is muggy, oppressive, or miserable at least 27%
of the time. The muggiest day of the year is July 26, with muggy conditions 100%
of the time. The least muggy day of the year is January 18, with muggy conditions
2% of the time.
 Precipitation
• A wet day is one with at least 0.04 inches of liquid or liquid-equivalent
precipitation. The chance of wet days in Karachi varies throughout the
year. The wetter season lasts 1.9 months, from July 6 to September 1, with
a greater than 7% chance of a given day being a wet day. The chance of a
wet day peaks at 14% on July 30.The drier season lasts 10 months, from
September 1 to July 6. The smallest chance of a wet day is 0% on May
Among wet days, we distinguish between those that experience rain alone,
snow alone, or a mixture of the two. Based on this categorization, the most
common form of precipitation throughout the year is rain alone, with a
peak probability of 14% on July 30.
Wind Speed & Direction
 The project area lies in region where wind blows throughout the year with highest
velocities during the summer months, when the direction is south-west to west.
During winter the wind blows from north to northeast, shifting southwest to west in
the evening hours. The wind usually carries sand and salt resulting in severe
corrosion and erosion. The wind direction and speed between the two monsoon seasons
viz. summer and winter are rather unsettled and large variations are noted both with respect
to speed and direction. Winds too, are dry and have a desiccating effect during May &
June. In July and August, winds contain moisture and have a beneficial effect on the plant
life.
 Over the course of the year, typical wind speeds vary from 0 mph to 19 mph (calm to
fresh breeze), rarely exceeding 29 mph (strong breeze). The highest average wind speed
of 13 mph (moderate breeze) occurs around May 18, at which time the average daily
maximum wind speed is 18 mph (fresh breeze).
 The lowest average wind speed of 5 mph (light breeze) occurs around November 16, at
which time the average daily maximum wind speed is 10 mph (gentle breeze).The wind is
most often out of the west (31% of the time) and south west (23% of the time). The
wind is least often out of the south east (1% of the time), south (2% of the time),
east (3% of the time), north west (5% of the time), and north (5% of the time).
BIOLOGICAL AND SOCIO ECONOMIC
ENVIRONMENT

There is no impact on biological and socio economic environment because of

Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) will be installed within the existing facility of
Pardhan Oil and within existing designated industrial area so biological and
socio economic section is not included in this report.
 ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENTPLAN(EMP)
 Purpose and Objectives of EMP
The EMP shall:
• Define the responsibilities of the project proponent, contractors, and
environmental monitors (Independent Monitoring Consultants), and provide a
means of effectively communicating environmental and social issues among
them,
• Define the implementation mechanism for the mitigation measures identified
during the present study.
• Identify environmental as well as social (if applicable) training requirements at
various levels
• Provide the mechanism for taking timely action in the face of unanticipated
environmental situations,
• Define the monitoring mechanism and identify monitoring parameters in order to:
• Ensure the complete implementation of all mitigation measures, and
• Ensure the effectiveness of the mitigation measures.
• Identify environmental as well as social training requirements at various levels.
 STRUCTURE OF EMP
The EMP has been functionally divided into following sections to enhance
the efficiency of performance of the project:

• Institutional Arrangements
• Mitigation plan
• Monitoring plan
• Change management plan
• Communication and documentation
• Trainings

S. No. Affected areas
1 Structure Demolition
2 Structural Stability
3 Contaminated Land
4 Construction Waste
5 Ambient Air Quality
6 Noise & Vibration
Occupational Health and
7 Good house-keeping practices, such as the sorting and placing
Safety
Mitigation Matrix (Construction Phase)
Possible mitigation measures Responsibility Frequency
During
Proper isolation should be done before start of work. Construction Contractor
construction
The material used for the construction of the wastewater At time of
treatment plant should be used in accordance with the Uniform Construction Contractor planning and
Building Code (UBC) Zone 2B. design
Construction vehicles and machinery should be examined on a During
Construction Contractor
regular basis for leakage prevention. construction
Removal of oil & contaminated soil in the fuel and oil storage
As and when
areas will be made possible by the availability of appropriate Construction Contractor
required
implements i.e. shovels, plastic bags & absorbent material.
The project area will contain the sewage and litter facility to Construction Contractor During
overcome the problem of unchecked dumping of waste. & EHS Engineer construction
Minimizing dust from open area sources by using control
As and when
measures such as installing enclosures and covers, and increasing Construction Contractor
required
the moisture content.
Provision of proper protective equipments to the construction
Construction Contractor At time of
workers should be made essential so as to minimize their
& EHS Engineer construction
exposure to fumes;
Noise control devices should be used such as temporary noise Construction Manager & At time of
barriers and deflectors for impact activities. EHS Engineer construction
Workers should be trained with lifting and materials handling
techniques before the construction of the project, including the During
Construction Contractor
placement of weight limits above which mechanical assists or construction
two person lifts are necessary.
During
loose construction materials in established areas away from foot EHS Engineer
construction
paths, should be implemented.
Appropriate PPE such as safety glasses with side shields, face Construction Contractor At time of
shields, hard hats, and safety shoes, should be wore. & EHS Engineer construction
 Mitigation Matrix (Operational Phase)

S. No. Affected areas Possible mitigation measures Responsibility Frequency

Sludge handling should be done in a manner to reduce the emissions

EHS Engineer During operation
and leakages;

1 Sludge Production
In order to overcome, the problem of groundwater contamination,
EHS Engineer During operation
sludge should be dried in a leak-proof facility.

The ventilation should be normally adequate to ensure an odor free

EHS Engineer Regular
Odour atmosphere in the wastewater treatment plant.
2
 
Good housekeeping practices will be helpful in reducing odor
EHS Engineer During operation
emissions.

Monitoring of treatment plant facility should be carried out on regular

EHS Engineer At time of operation
Water basis to reduce the frequency of emergency incidents.

3 Contamination
  An emergency contingency plan should be formulated to minimize its
EHS Engineer During operation
impacts and facilitate subsequent management of the emergency.

Energy The energy usage during the operational phase will be monitored and
4 EHS Engineer During operation
Consumption targets would be set for efficient use of energy.
 Monitoring Plan (During Construction)

Monitoring Location of Parameters and techniques to Monitoring Reason to monitor

Responsibility
Areas monitoring monitor Frequency parameter

Avoid nuisance to site

Dust Complete project
Visual analysis Daily workers and improve EHS Engineer
Generation site
visibility

Mass/volume (differential value of For selection of handling, Construction

Construction For every waste
Project site loading trucks on weighing bridge), transportation, & disposal Contractor and
waste consignment/lot
characteristics/type/ composition methodologies EHS Engineer

Solid waste Main collection Individual weight of different wastes

Daily Legal compliance EHS Engineer
disposal and storage bins using weighing balance in kg
 Monitoring Plan (During Operation)

Monitoring Location of
Parameters and techniques to monitor Monitoring Frequency Reason to monitor parameter Responsibility
Areas monitoring
Odors Throughout the Through human senses Daily Avoid nuisance to workers EHS Engineer
operating area of and neighbourhood
 
WWTP
Emissions Exhausts of Composition of exhaust flue gases Twice in a year Legal compliance EHS Engineer
standby genset
- CO, NOx, SOx, Particulate matter
(mg/Nm3)

Fire All fire Fitness to operate by conducting Once per quarter To ensure reliability and Occupational
monitoring, and regular fire drills safety Health and Safety
protection Engineer
devices
Water Water pump Pump discharge flow rate x time in Daily To optimize and conserve Technical services
consumption outlets at storage which pump remained operative water use department
tanks
Effluent Discharge pump Pump discharge flow rate x time in Daily To optimize and conserve WWTP Supervisor
disposal which pump remained operative water use
   
Flow monitoring of discharge, pH, Legal Compliance
Biannually EHS Engineer
temperature
 
   
Chemical composition of effluent
Legal compliance
including-COD, TDS, TSS Biannually EHS Engineer

Untreated Monitoring Sampling Quarterly To avoid contamination and EHS Engineer

effluent Wells (recommended) damage property
discharge/
leakage

Sludge WWTP Sludge Handling Daily To avoid spillages, leakages EHS Engineer
Production and leaching of Sludge.
To reduce Emissions
 Conclusion
The establishment of the proposed ETP shall enable Pardhan to meet national
and international standards of effluent discharge. The probable environmental
impacts of the project were investigated during the IEE and appropriate
mitigation measures were also suggested, the implementation of which shall
effectively minimize the environmental concerns related to the project.
Moreover, the project was not found to pose any serious threat to the
environment or surrounding community. The study was conducted so as to
cover all the aspects of the project (such as project site, construction and
operations) and their anticipated impacts. As such, the study was
comprehensive and was carried out in accordance with national legislative
requirements. The findings of the study in terms of the nature and extent of
the project’s environmental impacts and their subsequent assessment show:
• During operations, the solid waste i.e. sludge generated will be handled in a manner to
reduce emissions, leakages, leaching and spillages and controlled by adopting procedures of
Pardhan for waste handling.
• Good housekeeping practices and proper designing shall control odor emissions.
• Regular monitoring of the wastewater treatment facility, sludge monitoring and effluent
monitoring will be carried out.
• An emergency contingency plan shall be devised. Maintenance work will be completed
in minimum possible time.
• The socio economic conditions shall not be affected as a result of the project.
Therefore, in the light of this study, it can be concluded that the project will have no severe
repercussions for the environment. The proponent Pardhan is committed to ensuring
environmental friendly operations and as such, the mitigation measures will be adopted in
their essence to avoid impacts on climate, hydrology, geology and ecology of the area during
construction and operations.