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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT (EIS) REPORT
BASIC PROJECT INFORMATION
The Project
Name of Project : Proposed LPG Refilling Station
Project Location : Barangay Domanpot,
Asingan Pangasinan
Type of Project : Petroleum and Petrochemical Industries
DENR Classification : Non-ECP but in ECA
Group 1.3.4
The Proponent
Name of Proponent : ISLAND AIR PRODUCTS CORPORATION
Main Office Address : Barangay Domanpot,
Asingan Pangasinan
Contact Person : a) Daniel Robles
Manager
b) Orville E. Duelas
EIS Preparer
Telephone No. : 09399381809
The project proponent is a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the
Philippines and is duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission with
S.E.C. Registration No. 79692 dated 12 May 1978. The photocopies of the S.E.C.
Registration Certificate together with the Articles of Incorporation are attached as
Annex “A”.
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1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Project Location and Area
> Maps of Project Site
The proposed project site is located at Barangay Domanpot, Asingan, Pangasinan.
The distance between the clusters of houses from the project is approximately 3
kilometer radius. The Vicinity Map showing the barangay/municipal boundaries is
attached as Figure 1 while the Location Map showing the provincial and regional
boundaries is attached as Figure2.
Figure 1 – Vicinity Map
It shows that the barangay boundaries are barangay Baro, barangay Dupac and
barangay Bactad. The provincial and regional boundaries are Tayug, Binalonan,
Urdaneta and Laoac.
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Figure 2 – Location Map
> Geographic Coordinates
The precise location of project area is centered at the Geo-graphic Coordinates: 15
59’13” North Latitude and 120 38’15” East Longitude as indicated in the Google
Earth GPS Reader Map attached as Figure 3.
Figure 3 – Geographic Coordinates Map
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> Primary/Secondary Impact Areas
The primary impact area of the project is the project area itself and the immediate
surrounding areas which is the Barangay Domanpot area. Based on the size and
potential physical/chemical effects of the project, the secondary impact areas shall be
about 100 meters from the project site which are the barangay Baro, barangay Dupac
and barangay Bactad. (Please see Figure 4).
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1.2 Project Rationale
The project proponent intends to construct and operate a Liquefied Petroleum Gas
(LPG) refilling station to supply part of the big demands for LPG in the Pangasinan
area. Liquefied Petroleum Gas is commonly used as cooking fuel, for heating
appliances and for motor vehicles. Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is available
locally as a combination of liquid propane and butane gases which is produced by
the local or foreign oil refineries. LPG consists mainly of propane and butane, which
are gases at atmospheric temperature and pressure. When subjected to modest
pressure or refrigeration, these gases liquefy making it possible to transport and
store LP Gas as a liquid, yet use as a gas. This requires pressurised cylinders and
containers, the care and handing of which is the subject of much of this document.
There is obviously a need for this type of project since LPG is now becoming the
preferred fuel in the country for economic reasons and convenience to customers.
1.3 Project Alternatives
> Criteria
The primary criteria considered for the site selection was the availability of the land
area to implement the LPG refilling plant project. Another important criterion is the
accessibility of the project site to target areas for the prospective customers in the
Pangasinan area as well as other parts of the country. The project site must also be
within a commercial zone to conform to zoning regulations. And last, but not the least,
the project must be acceptable to the local residents and officials in the barangay.
Based on the conducted public scoping last January 24, 2020 with the presence on
the participants there is no objection or issues raised during the public scoping. Also
attached the reference of public scoping on the annexes.
>The Preferred Option
The selected project site was preferred since it meets all the criteria required by the
project proponent for an LPG refilling plant project. The land area was readily
available since the project proponent already owns the lot property purchased from
the former registered lot owners. The site in Pangasinan is easily accessible to the
nearby areas in the La Union and Tarlac area. The project site is also located in an
officially classified “commercial zone” which is compatible to the LPG refilling plant
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project. Likewise, the project was found acceptable to the barangay residents and
officials thru consultations due to its beneficial social and economic benefits to the
community.
> Summary of Comparative Environmental Impacts
No other alternative site was actively considered for the LPG refilling plant project so
that no comparative environmental impacts could be presented.
1.4 Project Components
> Major Components
The LPG refilling plant shall consist of the following:
➢ Two (2) units 30,000 gals. Capacity Storage Tank
➢ One (1) unit Pumphouse
➢ Four (4) units Refilling nozzles
➢ One (1) unit Water Reservoir
➢ One (1) unit Office
➢ One (1) unit Motor-pool and Painting Area
➢ One (1) unit Guardhouse
The Site Development Plan is attached as Plan I (Sheet No. 1 / 2) while the Drainage
Plan is attached as Plan II (Sheet No. 2 / 2).
> Other Support Facilities
The power supply requirements will be provided by the Local Electric Cooperative
while a standby diesel engine-generator set will be provided in case of power failures.
The LPG refilling plant will also be provided with a deep well to supply the water
requirements. The plant will require about 3 cubic meters per day.
> Pollution Control Devices and Corresponding Facilities
The LPG refilling plant will be provided with the necessary air pollution control devices
for the various refilling equipment which are the Tank Relief Valve with set pressure
of 250 psi to relief excess pressure, Liquid Line Emergency Shut-off Valve to shut
down the main line in case of emergency. The Liquid Return Line to relieve LPG
Pump of excess pressure. The project proponent will also operate a standby diesel-
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engine/generator set which is a minor potential source of air pollution that would not
require any air pollution control device. LPG Tank is equipped with grounding and
Lightning arrester and it is hydrotested every 5 years to ensure its serviceability. LPG
tank also is equipped with drain valve to eliminate impurities during requalification.
LPG tank is equipped with water sprinklers as cooling system in case of pressure
build up.
The plant will be provided with a centralized wastewater treatment plant for the
various refilling effluents when necessary. For the meantime, all domestic
wastewaters discharged from the various refilling activities will be treated in three (3)
chamber septic tanks.
In case of spillage and oil leaks from the motor pool, a collection pit and oil / water
separator shall be provided in accordance with the ASTM standards.
No maintenance of construction vehicles can cause pollution due to oil, lubricants and
fuel spillage since it is not allowed by the management to be repaired in project site.
There is no transferring of fuel either gasoline or diesel in the project site since the
project is only for LPG refiling station there is a big difference between fuels and LPG.
1.6 Project Size
> Total Project Area
The proposed project shall cover a land area of FOUR THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED
FIFTEEN (4,515) SQUARE METERS (0.45 hectare) which is duly covered by a
“Title”, a photocopy of which is attached as Annex “B”.
> Annual Production Rate
The LPG refilling plant will be provided with two (2) Storage Tanks each with a
capacity of THIRTY THOUSAND (30,000) GALLONS which is equivalent to:
= 30,000 gal. x 0.003785 cu. m./gal.
= 113.55 cu. m. x 1,000 liters/cu.m.
= 113,550 liters x 0.58 kg. / liter
= 65,859 kg. / 1,000 kg./ton
= 65.859 ton
Total = 131.718 ton at any given time
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1.5 Development Plan, Description of Project Phases and
Corresponding Timeframes
Buffer zones are not needed because proponent will comply and will follow the
space allocation requirement from the different NGAs
> Production Process
The refilling plant is actually not a processing or manufacturing but is largely for the
storage of the LPG prior to transfer to smaller cylinders. For lack of proper term, the
storage facilities are called refilling plant.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is available locally as a combination of liquid propane
and butane gases which is produced by the local or foreign oil refineries. LPG in bulk
is delivered by tank trailers and pumped to the horizontal, bullet-shaped storage
tanks. LPG is kept under pressure by means of compressors with propane having a
compression rate of 94 MJ/cu. m. and butane at 121 MJ/cu. m.
By means of a Corker pump which is equipped with multi-pass differential valve, LPG
is filled into cylinders at the filling rows. The LPG cylinders will come in three (3)
standard sizes, 11.0, 22.0 and 50 kilograms. After the desired weight is attained, the
fillers are uncoupled and the filled cylinders are stored ready for delivery.
> Power Generation & Water Supply System
The project proponent shall obtain its power requirements from the local electric
cooperative. The LPG refilling plant project will also be provided with a standby
diesel-engine generator set to supply any electrical requirements in case of power
failure. The water requirement needs for the LPG refilling plant project will be
provided with a deep-well and water storage tank.
> Waste Management Systems
The waste management consists primarily of proper collection and disposal of solid
wastes specifically wastes to be generated by the LPG refilling plant project activities.
Recyclable items such as paper, glass, cartons, aluminum cans, etc. shall be
collected and sold to junk dealers. Non-recyclable waste materials shall be also be
properly collected and disposed of through the city’s garbage disposal services or the
accredited waste treaters.
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> Pre-Construction Phase
The pre-construction activities which consist essentially of the planning aspects of the
project have been virtually completed. These include the preparation of the financial
feasibility studies, master development plans, detailed engineering specifications,
budget estimates, project timetable, etc.
This period also includes the obtainment of the various clearances/ permits from the
HLURB, LGUs and other government agencies after the obtainment of the ECC form
DENR-EMB.
The proponent is positively confident that the region will issue ECC since all the
existing refilling station all over the Philippines has ECC issued by its region.
> Construction Phase
The site development and construction phase shall start the physical implementation
of the project. The major activities to be undertaken during this period are the
following:
• Site Preparation (Clearing and Grubbing)
• Excavation
• Foundation Works
• Civil Works
• Electrical Works
• Water works
• Equipment Installation
• Drainage Works
The various construction activities shall be implemented using the following
guidelines/specifications:
Construction Materials
The construction materials to be used in the project shall be strictly in accordance
with the codes, standards and specifications acceptable in the Philippines such as
those set by the American Institute on Steel Construction (AISC), American Concrete
Institute (ACI), American Welding Society (AWS) and the American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM). Some of the materials to be utilized are cement,
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sand and gravel, aggregates, steel bars, lumber, welding rods, etc. These are all
available locally and shall be purchased from the most convenient sources.
Construction Equipment
At one stage or another of the construction activities, the project proponent or its
contractors may utilize the following commonly used construction equipment:
• Air Compressor
• Backhoe
• Compactor
• Concrete Mixer
• Concrete Pump
• Crane
• Front Loader
• Generator
• Grader
• Jackhammer
• Paver
• Pile Driver
• Pump
• Tractor
• Bulldozer
• Truck
• Vibrator
Construction Facilities
The proposed site will be provided with temporary structures which will be needed
during the construction period. These include the following:
• Security Outpost
• Staff Field Office
• Storage Bodega
• Electrical and Mechanical Room
• Workers Quarters
• Water and Electrical Supply
• Portable Toilets
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Construction Methods
The project contractors shall be required to strictly follow the design and
specifications as prepared by the project proponent’s architects and engineers in
accordance with the various provisions of the Building Code of the Philippines (P.D.
1096). The various infrastructures have been designed with due considerations to
the estimated loading, bending, deflection and earthquake occurrence to ensure its
soundness and safety.
The contractors shall likewise be required to enforce all safety measures to prevent /
minimize accidents and injuries to the construction workers. These include the
compulsory wearing of hard hats, goggles, gloves and the general observance of
safe construction practices.
The site development and construction activities are expected to be completed within
a twelve (12) months.
The waste generated during construction is provided with the portalet and will be
treated by the DENR accredited treater.
> Operational Phase
The LPG refilling plant will be operational 24 hours a day, 6 days a week although
office activities are held at the regular 8AM-5PM schedule
> Abandonment Phase
There is no definite limit on the operational lifespan of the LPG refilling plant project
since it is expected that there shall always be a huge demand for LPG in the
residential, commercial and industrial sectors. Nevertheless, in case of drastic
changes in the land use or early obsolescence or any “force majeure” causes, the
LPG refilling plant shall be abandoned in an orderly manner to avoid any adverse
residual impacts.
After the recovery of the valuable equipment and furnishings, the process buildings,
equipment and other infrastructures will be dismantled by the use of sledgehammers,
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wrecking balls, bulldozers, etc. The waste materials expected to be generated are
concrete slabs, steel bars, roofing sheets, scrap lumber, etc. The concrete slabs
could be broken down into smaller pieces and used as filling materials while steel
bars, roofing sheets and scrap lumber can be recycled as construction materials.
Non-reusable materials may be disposed of through the city’s garbage disposal
services. Based on year 2016 figures, the abandonment works is expected to cost
about Two Million Pesos (P2M) using about fifteen (15) man demolition crew working
for about two (2) months. The abandoned project may then be developed in
accordance with its intended new usage.
1.7 Manpower
> Manpower Requirement
The LPG refilling plant project has a manpower complement of about thirty (30)
employees both for production and non-production personnel.
> Expertise / Skills Needed
The LPG plant personnel will be composed of manual, semi-manual and skilled
workers depending on their position and job description. The employees preferably
have the experience in the LPG refilling operations.
> Nature of Jobs
The LPG refilling plant project requires various jobs for men and women and the
project proponent does not or will not practice discrimination to women and
indigenous people and may even give them special consideration as long as they
qualified for the position needed. Likewise, local residents in the area are always
given priority during the hiring period.
1.8 Indicative Project Investment Cost
The estimated site development and construction cost for the LPG refilling plant
project is about Twenty-Five Million Pesos (PhP 25 M)
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2. ASSESSMENT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
2.1 LAND
2.1.1 Land Use and Classification
The proposed project area is still undeveloped while the dominant land use is the
surrounding area is a commercial area.
The proposed project area is within an officially classified a “Commercial Area” as
evidenced by the Certification by the Office of the City Planning and Development
Coordinator, a photocopy of which is attached as Annex “D”. The proponent has
however been Granted Exemption by the Sangguniang Bayan as per LZBAA
Resolution No. 201. The proposed project area is deemed compatible with the
municipal land use regulations.
> Actual Performance/Experience
The various environmental impacts for the LPG refilling plant project will be properly
addressed with the appropriate environmental management measures particularly the
air pollution control measures, solid waste disposal, wastewater treatment facilities,
etc. The project proponent shall implement the said environmental management
measures during the entire lifespan of the LPG refilling plant operations.
> Historical Environmental Performance
The project proponent did not encounter inconsistence or conflicts with the existing
zoning regulations. The project proponent does not foresee any inconsistencies or
possible conflicts with the existing land uses in the area. Likewise, there was no
encroachment in any proclaimed Environmentally Critical Area.
> Project Change
The project implementation did not cause any significant loss of topsoil/overburden at
site of the LPG refilling plant project. The industrial activities in the adjacent areas will
not be affected.
2.1.2 Geology/Geomorphology
The project site’s terrain is mostly flat with slope deviations not exceeding 10% over
the prevailing ground level. The area is overlain by delta materials are composed of
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vari-colored sand, pebbly gravel, silt, mud, and clay varying plasticity with a common
admixture of marine shells, corals, and decayed plants. The delta is generally
stratified to cross-bedded and inter-tonguing of deposits is common. Lateral
continuity among individual bed is poorly developed such that a thick bed may
abruptly terminate or pinch out.
The potential impacts of the LPG refilling plant project on the geological /
geomorphological characteristics are described below:
> Change in Land Form
The project implementation will have negligible effects on the land form, topography,
terrain or slope of the project area. However, the various operational activities of the
LPG refilling plant will unavoidably generate solid wastes which are considered as a
form of land pollution.
The usual solid wastes generated by the LPG refilling plant project are various
process wastes. The office activities generate paper, cartons, plastics, glass,
aluminum cans, etc. These solid wastes, if allowed to accumulate will not only
constitute as an eyesore but could also be sources of odor nuisance and
communicable diseases. The project proponent shall therefore institute the necessary
solid waste disposal measures which shall be discussed in Section 4.1 of the EIS
Report.
> Change in Sub-surface and Underground Geomorphology
The LPG refilling plant project will be purely a surface development and will have only
negligible effects on the sub-surface and the underground geomorphology of the
project area.
> Inducement of Subsidence/ Collapse
The project implementation will not induce subsidence/ collapse of the project area
especially during the site development and construction phase.
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> Inducement of Landslides and Other Natural Hazards
The project area’s flat terrain and topography will not likely induce landslides and
other natural hazards in the project site and the surrounding areas.
2.1.3 Pedology
The pedolological characteristic is mainly clayey soil which is a residual chemical
weathering of the underlying tuffaceous rocks. It exhibits wet, fine texture, light to dark
brown or reddish brown in color. Thickness of the topsoil is about 10 centimeters.
To determine the soil quality in the area, soil samples were collected and
consequently analyzed in the laboratory, the results of which are summarized below:
Parameter Result
1. Arsenic 1.46 mg/K
2. Cadmium 2 mg/K
3. Chromium < 3 mg/K
4. Lead 11.5 mg/K
5. Mercury 5.45 mg/K
6. pH 7.39
(Please Results of Analysis)
The soil analysis show that the heavy metals concentrations in the area are within the
limits.
The potential impacts of the implementation of the LPG refilling plant project on the
pedological characteristics are described below:
> Erosion Potential
The LPG refilling plant project will not have any significant erosion potential at the
project site and in the surrounding areas.
> Bank Stability
The bank stability of the nearby Agno River will not be affected by the LPG refilling
plant project.
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> Change in Soil Quality/Fertility
The soil quality/fertility of the project area will not be affected by the implementation of
the LPG refilling plant project. The soil quality/fertility in the adjacent areas will
likewise not be affected.
2.1.4 Terrestrial Biology
The project area that will not be utilized for the LPG refilling plant project
infrastructures is still well vegetated with wild and ornamental trees, shrubs and
grasses. The wildlife population consists of birds, small mammals and other small life-
forms. There are no known rare or endangered flora and fauna existing in the area.
The potential impacts of the LPG refilling plant project on the terrestrial biological
characteristics are described below:
> Vegetation Removal / Loss of Habitat
There will be inevitable vegetation removal / loss of habitat since this will not be
required by the LPG refilling plant project.
Landscaping will be implemented in order to restore and improve the site.
> Threat to Existence of Important Local Species
The LPG refilling plant project operation will not be a threat to the existence of
important local species in the project area. The important local species in the adjacent
areas will likewise not be affected whatsoever.
> Threat to Abundance, Frequency and Distribution of Important Species
The abundance, frequency and distribution of important species will not be threatened
since the project implementation will not affect any important species.
> Hindrance to Wildlife Access
The project area is not known as an access for any important wildlife in the area.
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2.2 WATER
2.2.1 Hydrology/Hydrogeology
The nearest significant surface water body is an Irrigation Canal which flows east of
the project area while main surface water-body is the Agno River which flows west-
south-west of the project site. The Irrigation is relatively small, being less than 10
meters in width and water flow is usually present throughout the year especially
during the heavy rainy months. There are no extensive hydrological / hydrogeological
studies done on the Irrigation Canal.
The project proponent will conduct groundwater and surface water body sampling and
laboratory analysis to determine the baseline water quality data. Parameters to be
sampled are pH, Suspended Solids, BOD, COD, Amonia, Phosphate, Nitrate, Color,
Surfactants, Temperatures and bacteriological count.
As LPG is a clean burning fuel that is low of carbon, emits virtually no black carbon
and does not spill. Its use improves the air quality, reducers the emission of GHGs
and protects the environment. As LPG is non-toxic and has no impact to the soil,
water, and underground aquifers.
The potential impacts of the implementation of the LPG refilling plant project on the
hydrological / hydrogeological characteristics are described below:
> Change in Drainage Morphology
The project implementation will not significantly affect the drainage morphology of the
project area or of the Agno River.
> Change in Stream Water Depth
The project implementation will not affect the stream water depth of the Agno River.
> Reduction in Stream Volumetric Flow
The project implementation will not cause any reduction in the stream volumetric of
the Agno River.
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> Inducement to Flooding
The project site is not situated in a flood prone area and it is unlikely that the
continued project operation will cause the inducement of flooding in the area.
> Water Resource Use and Competition
The water requirement of the LPG refilling plant project is relatively small and the
water resource use in the area will not be adversely affected through competition with
the project proponent. However, the project proponent further water conservation
measures to minimize water consumption.
> Reduction/Depletion of Groundwater Flow
The water consumption of the LPG refilling plant project is relatively small to cause
any significant reduction/depletion of groundwater flow in the area.
2.2.2 Oceanography
The nearest significant surface water-body is the West China Sea and Lingayen Gulf
used for navigation by ocean-going vessels but it is also used for fishing and the
cultivation of mussels, clams and other shell-fish. It is considered as one of the
important fishing grounds in the country and the major catches include sardines,
herrings, mackerel, cavallas, bottom fishes, gizzard shads, shrimps and bangus fry.
Based on the most important usage therefore, Sibuyan Sea may be considered as
Class “SC” Coastal/Marine Waters.
The potential impacts of the implementation of the LPG refilling plant project on the
oceanographic characteristics are described below:
> Change in Circulation Pattern
No effect on the circulation pattern of the West China Sea and Lingayen Gulf.
> Change in Sea Depth
No effect on the sea depth of the West China Sea and Lingayen Gulf.
> Change in Bathymetry
No effect on bathymetry of the West China Sea and Lingayen Gulf.
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2.2.3 Water Quality
The Agno River is not included in the DENR’s List of Officially Classified Rivers and
may normally be considered as Class “C” Fresh Surface Water-Body until the official
classification by the DENR-EMB. The Agno River is the receiving body of water for
residential and agro-industrial establishments in the area but none of them could be
considered as major sources of major water discharges.
To determine the present baseline quality of the Agno River, a river sampling was
conducted as indicated in Figure. The samples obtained were analyzed by Mach
Union Laboratories (a DENR accredited laboratory) and the results of analysis are
summarized below:
Parameter Results DENR Std.
1. Ammonia as N 0.07 mg/L
2. Biochemical Oxygen Demand 5 mg/L
3. Chemical Oxygen Demand 20 mg/L
4. Color (True) 25 TCU
5. Nitrate as N 0.87 mg/L
6. Oil & Grease 1.72 mg/L
7. pH 7.04
8. Phosphate 0.508 mg/L
9. Surfactant <0.07 mg/L
10. Temperature 22 C
11. Total Suspended Solids 18 mg/L
12. Total Coliform 54 x 10 MPN/100mL
(Please see Results of Analysis)
The sampling results show that the water quality is still well within the DENR
standards.
The potential impacts of the LPG refilling plant project on the water quality
characteristics are described below:
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> Total Pollution Load
The LPG refilling plant project uses water for drinking and sanitary purposes of the
plant personnel. For a typical industrial plant, the water consumption rate would be
about 15 to 35 gallons per employee per day. Since the LPG refilling plant project will
have a total personnel complement of about 30 employees, the maximum water
consumption rate would be 950 gallons or per day. About seventy percent (70%) of
the water consumed will eventually end up as wastewaters, thus the expected volume
of discharge of domestic wastewater from the LPG refilling plant project shall be
12,250 gallons per day. Domestic wastewaters contain fairly high concentrations of
suspended solids, BOD and a host of other water contaminants which could have
adverse effects on the water quality on the Agno River. The LPG refilling plant project
was therefore provided with the necessary wastewater treatment facilities which shall
be described in Section 4.2 of the EIS Report.
> Actual Environmental Management Performance
The project proponent has implemented the necessary environmental management
measures pertaining to land, water, air and socio-economic requirements of the LPG
refilling plant project. So far, the project proponent has not experienced any problems
in the environmental management measures.
> Actual Sampling Site
The actual sampling site for the future operations of the LPG refilling plant shall be
the Agno River which flows south from the project site.
2.2.4 Fresh Water or Marine Ecology
The nearest Agno River is considered as fresh surface water body and the typical
common fresh water species usually found in the area are “dalag” (mudfish), “hito”
(catfish) and “martiniko” (perch). There are no known rare or endangered fresh water
species in the area.
The potential impacts of the LPG refilling plant project on the fresh water ecological
characteristics are described below:
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> Threat to Abundance, Frequency and Distribution of Species
The LPG refilling plant project operation is not a threat to the abundance, frequency
and distribution of the fresh water species in the Agno River.
> Loss of Important Species
There are no important fresh water species that will be lost as a result of the LPG
refilling plant operations.
> Loss of Habitat
Likewise, there is no significant fresh water habitat which would be lost as a result of
the LPG refilling plant operation.
2.3 AIR
2.3.1 Meteorology/Climatology
The only significant impact to the air quality will be the vehicles going in and out, is
very minimal due to company rules of turning off all engines once inside the company.
As for the impact of the air quality, it is very minimal as the generator within the
company is only for emergency uses so it’s mostly in stand-by. Meteorology refers to
the scientific observation and study of the atmosphere, so that weather can be
accurately forecast. Climate refers to the weather conditions at a particular place over
a period of time. The climate data for the Pangasinan area is shown below:
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The potential impacts of the LPG refilling plant project on the meteorological /
climatological characteristics are described below:
> Effect on Local Climate
The primary factors that determine the variations of climate over the surface of the
earth are: (a) the effect of latitude and the tilt of the Earth’s axis to the plane of the
orbit about the sun; (b) the large- scale movements of different wind belts over the
Earth’s surface; (c) the temperature difference between land and sea; (d) contours of
the ground; and (d) location of the area in relation to ocean currents.
The most important local or global meteorological changes brought about by human
activity are those linked with ozone depletion and the greenhouse effect.
The project has no effects whatsoever on the local climate.
> Contribution to Global Greenhouse
Greenhouse effect refers to the warming of the Earth’s atmosphere. Radiation from
the sun enters the atmosphere but is prevented from escaping back into space by
gases such as carbon dioxide (produced for example by the burning of fossil fuels),
nitrogen oxides (from car exhausts), and CFCs (from aerosols and refrigerators). As
these gases build-up in the atmosphere, the Earth’s average temperature is expected
to rise.
Based on the magnitude of the proposed LPG refilling plant project, the project
operation will have negligible contribution to global greenhouse gases.
2.3.2 Air Quality
Air quality is technically described in terms of the concentration levels of the various
types of air pollutants over a certain area at any given time. The most common types
of air pollutants are Suspended Particulates Matter (as TSP or PM-10), Oxides of
Sulfur, Oxides of Nitrogen, Photochemical Oxidants and Lead, which are collectively
known as the “criteria” pollutants. Based on the proposed construction and
operational activities of the project proponent, the only air pollutants of interest to this
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study are the suspended particulate matter as Total Suspended Particulates (TSP).
There are no heavy industries or any other major sources of air pollution in the area.
The proponent shall conduct ambient air sampling and laboratory analysis to
determine the baseline air quality data. The parameters to sampled are particulates
(as TSP), Sulfur and Nitrogen Oxides, CO etc. The present LPG concentration may
be assumed to be zero due to their volatility.
To determine the present air quality in the area, ambient air sampling tests were
conducted the results of which are summarized below:
Sampling Station Parameter Result DENR Std.
1. Outside Near Gate TSP 500 ug
2. Refilling Station Area TSP 400 ug
3. Near Guardhouse TSP 1,600 ug
4. Corner of Property TSP 500 ug
(Please see Results of Analysis)
The sampling results show that the ambient air quality (TSP) in the area is well within
the DENR standard.
The LPG refilling plant will utilize some process equipment which could be significant
sources of air pollution in the nearby areas as described in Section 4-Environmental /
Ecological Risk Assessment. The other potential source of air pollution is the standby
diesel-engine/generator set which is operated during power failures only. The diesel
engine/generator set may be considered as a minor source of air pollution primarily
because it utilizes diesel oil as fuel. Diesel oil is relatively much cleaner than bunker
oil and its lower viscosity allows easier atomization of the fuel. Combined with the
proper air to fuel ratio, high combustion efficiency is easily attained thus minimizing
the emission of particulate matter which essentially consist of unburned carbon
particulates. Diesel oil has also a relatively very low sulfur content which will result in
the emission of minimal oxides of sulfur (SO2 and SO3) regardless of the combustion
efficiency. For these reasons, the diesel engine/generator set will not require any air
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pollution device since the proper operational and maintenance measures will suffice
to minimize air pollution emissions from the said equipment.
2.3.3 Noise Quality
Noise is technically described in terms of sound pressure levels expressed as
decibels (symbol dB) which are the ratio of two (2) amounts of electric or acoustic
signal power equal to ten (10) times the common logarithm of this ratio. The dB
readings may be measured either on the A, B or C network depending on the
frequency of sound, e.g. fast, slow, etc. For comparison, a whisper has an intensity
of 20 dBA while a jet aircraft taking off nearby registers 140 dBA which is at the
threshold of pain. The maximum allowable noise levels for a certain area are
dependent on two (2) factors, namely: a) category of the area, e.g. residential,
commercial, industrial, etc, and b) division of twenty-four (24) hour period, e.g.
morning, daytime, evening, etc. Since the project site is located in a contiguous
industrial area, the applicable maximum noise limits will be (Class “B”), e.g. 65 dBA,
60 dBA and 55 dBA during daytime, morning & evening and nighttime, respectively.
There are no major potential sources of noise pollution in the area.
During the operational phase, the plant personnel shall be instructed to handle with
care the metal cylinders to avoid creating unnecessary noise nuisance. The pumps /
compressors shall be maintained at prime conditions to control the noise resulting
from malfunctions.
The standby diesel-engine generator set will be operated only during power failures
and the noise generated will not likely affect the noise quality in the surrounding
areas. The project shall therefore be an insignificant potential source of noise
nuisance in the area.
2.4 PEOPLE
All the data and information provided herein have been obtained from the National
Statistics Office (NSO) based on its latest 2010 survey results.
The population of Pangasinan in the 2015 census was 2,956,726 people, with a
density of 540 inhabitants per square kilometer or 1,400 inhabitants per square mile.
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The 2,777,449 household population in 2010, males accounted for 50.5 percent while
females comprised 49.5 percent. These figures resulted in a sex ratio of 102 males
for every 100 females, which is similar to the sex ratio recorded in 2000 (101 Males
per 100 Females).
In 2010, the median age of the population of the province was 23.9 years, which
means that half of the population was younger than 23.9 years. This is higher than
the median age of 21.6 years that was recorded in 2000.
Moreover, approximately one in every three persons (33.0 percent) was under 15
years old. Children aged 5 to 9 years (11.1 percent) comprised the largest age
group, followed by those in the age groups 10 to 14 years (11.0 percent) and 0 to 4
years (10.9 percent). Males outnumbered females in the age groups 0 to 54 years.
On the other hand, there were more females than males in the older age groups (55
years and over).
Domanpot is a barangay in the municipality of Asingan, in the province
of Pangasinan. Its population as determined by the 2015 Census was 5,728. This
represented 9.99% of the total population of Asingan. Residents and the perception
survey consulted in the barangay have shown majority approval for the proposed
project. The local government units were properly consulted on the LPG refiling plant
project as evidenced by the Barangay Chairman Certification which is attached as
Annex “D”.
The local barangay residents/officials and other local government units were properly
consulted on the LPG refiling plant project as evidenced by the Barangay Chairman
Certification which is attached as Annex “D”.
In terms of employment, the LPG refilling plant shall provide regular, long-term
employment for thirty (30) people who shall compose the personnel complement.
Qualified residents of the barangay shall be given priority during the hiring period for
the project.
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Since we already conducted public scoping, there is no opposition from the local
barangay residents/ officials and other local government unit on the project as
evidenced the public scoping reference attached on annexes.
The project will also benefit the local enterprises (both formal and informal) in the
area through the patronage by the project proponent and their dependents. The
project will also contribute to the increase in the government’s revenue through the
payment of taxes, permit fees, etc.
Other socio-economic impacts of the project are described below:
2.4.1 Displacement of Settlers
There are no settlers who would displaced by the implementation of the LPG refilling
plant project.
The project location is 3 to 4 kilometers from the residential area only rice field in
surrounding area. There is no adverse impact of the health since LPG is decapitate in
the air during refilling of LPG. If ever there are future residents in the immediate of the
project site, these people shall be fully informed of both the positive and adverse
impacts of the project. Since the location is highly appropriate for the project there is
no plan for relocation for the residents because the residential area was far from the
project.
The proponent will plan the settlement if the area will become heavily populated to
avoid any conflicts on the area. The proponent will also secure all the necessary
permits to avoid any violation.
2.4.2 Impact of In-migration Patterns
The LPG refilling plant project will not require in-migration from other sources for the
hiring its workers both during the construction period and the operational phase. The
movement of other people in the area may be expected and the project proponent
shall undertake the appropriate changes in the environmental plan. In migration will
no impact since all workers are from Barangay Domanpot.
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2.4.3 Impacts on IPs and Culture/Lifestyle
There are no Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in the area whose culture and lifestyle will
affected by the project implementation. In the event of any new values introduced by
the project with negative effects, the project proponent shall undertake the
appropriate mitigating measures to remedy the same.
2.4.4 Project Implementation’s Threat to Public Health
The project implementation will have no adverse threat to public health since it will not
use or handle toxic or hazardous materials. The project proponent is well aware of the
potential risks of the project operation on the air, odor and soil in the project area and
throughout its refilling stations nationwide, the same safety procedures shall be
implemented to avoid accidents which fortunately we have not encountered.
LPG is considered non-toxic, as said LPG gas is not an issue of toxicity. Contact with
the skin is non-irritating unless it’s evaporating liquid. The effects of LPG gas leaking
with evaporating liquid will cause cold burns or frostbite as it evaporates at -42
degrees Celsius. LPG is a colorless, odor-less, non-toxic gas and is also referred as
natural gas liquids.
2.4.5 Local Benefits
The LPG refilling plant project will benefit the local community through direct
employment or indirectly from other benefits of the project.
2.4.6 Effect on Delivery of Basic Services and Resource Competition
The delivery of basic services and resources in the municipality will not be
significantly affected by the project implementation although there may have
heightened pressure on health care delivery. The project proponent will therefore
coordinate with the LGU in providing the necessary health care services.
2.4.7 Effect on Traffic Situation
The traffic situation in the area will not be significantly affected since the project is not
considered as a traffic generator, involving only few motor vehicles to and from the
project area.
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Tank trailers will not be causing traffic since all the activities will be done inside the
premises. The project will offer its services to the LGU if ever there is a surge in the
traffic activity in the area.
2.4.8 Entity Accountable for Environmental Management
The entity accountable for environmental management in the area is the Plant
Manager, who shall directly report to the project proponent.
2.4.9 Effect on Existing Properties
There are no significant effects existing properties within the general area.
2.4.10 Other Affected Properties
No other properties will be significantly affected by the project implementation.
PHOTOGRAPHS OF PROJECT AREA
The photographs showing the salient features of the project area are shown in the
succeeding pages………
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3. IMPACT MANAGEMENT PLAN
3.1 Land Management Measures
The project proponent will implement solid waste management plan for the proper
disposal of LPG refilling plant. Majority of the solid wastes generated will be from the
various refilling processes. Most probably, the proponent will hire the services of
accredited waste-treater if not in the capability of the LGU environmental services.
For the office activities, the project proponent shall implement a waste segregation
program for the collection of waste paper, cardboard, glass, plastics, metal cans and
other re-usable materials which later be sold to junk dealers for eventual recycling.
The LPG refilling plant project will not have any significant erosion potential at the
project site and in the surrounding areas. The management will provide appropriate
drainage systems to manage surface runoff also to protect the LPG pipeline.
3.2 Water Management Measures
To treat the domestic wastewaters generated in the LPG refilling plant project, each
toilet and bath facility in the public toilet has been provided with a septic tank. In
compliance with the new Sanitation Code of the Philippines (P.D. No. 586), the septic
tanks shall be of the triple chamber type instead of the conventional mono or dual
type.
Operationally, effluent flows into the vault through the inlet hole located at the center
of vault chamber. Settle-able solids in the incoming wastewater settle and form a
sludge layer at the bottom of the tank. Greases and other light materials float to the
surface where a scum layer is formed as floating materials accumulate. Settled and
skimmed wastewaters flow from the clear space between the scum and sludge layers
into the next compartments where the basic processes will be repeated. The organic
materials retained at the bottom of the tank undergoes facultative and anaerobic
decomposition and is converted to more stable compounds and gases such as
carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4) and hydrogen sulfide (H2S). Even though the
volume of solid materials being deposited is being reduced continually by anaerobic
decomposition, there is always a net accumulation of sludge in the tank. Materials
from the bottom of the tank that is buoyed up by the decomposition gases will often
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stick to the bottom of scum layer increasing its thickness. Because the long-term
accumulation of scum and sludge can reduce the effective volumetric capacity of the
tank, the contents of the tanks should be pumped periodically.
In construction phase the management encourage workers to reuse water or install
water-saving taps that will turn-off automatically when it is not in use. The
stakeholders will become aware on the importance of water conservation and
management.
During operation phase the management will implement water minimization by turn-
off automatically when not in use to save water and electricity.
3.3 Air Management Measures
3.3.1 Air Quality Management Measures
During the site development and construction stage, the exposed works areas as well
as the access roads shall be sprayed with water using stationary hose sprinklers and
mobile water tankers. Spraying causes the dust to be water- logged which will
prevent them from getting airborne. Due to evaporation and ground percolation,
spraying shall be done at regular intervals. As an additional measure, cruising speed
of trucks and other heavy equipment within the work area shall be limited to ten (10)
kph to minimize dust disturbances.
During the operational phase, the project proponent shall undertake the following
preventive / mitigating measures to deal with LPG emissions and / or fire hazards:
➢ Refilling operations shall be completely shut-down in case of operational
or equipment failures;
➢ Manual and automatic shut-off valves shall be provided to isolate LPG
leakages and flow;
➢ Any cracks or raptures that develop in the equipment and pipeline system
shall be properly prepared prior to resumption of operation;
➢ The plant shall be equipped with assorted fire-fighting facilities such as fire
extinguishers, water drums and buckets, fire-axes, etc.;
➢ Fire drills involving all plant personnel shall be held at regular intervals;
➢ First-aid kits and other medical supplies shall be made readily available
during emergencies or other accidents; and
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➢ The “No Smoking” rule shall be strictly enforced within the plant’s premises
including the temporary confiscation of matches and lighters of the plant
personnel and visitors.
The diesel-engine/ Generator Set will be utilized as standby unit in case of power
failures. The diesel-engine / generator set may be considered as a potential source of
air pollution primarily because they utilize diesel oil as fuel. Diesel oil is relatively
much cleaner than bunker oil and its lower viscosity allows easier atomization of the
fuel. Combined with the proper air to fuel ratio, high combustion efficiency is easily
attained thus minimizing the emission of particulate matter which essentially consist
of unburned carbon particulates. Diesel oil has also a relatively very low sulfur
content which will result in the emission of minimal oxides of sulfur (SO2 and SO3)
regardless of the combustion efficiency. For these reasons, the diesel
engine/generator sets will not require any air pollution device since the proper
operational and maintenance measures will suffice to minimize air pollution emissions
from the said equipment. Regular maintenance checks shall be undertaken on a
daily, monthly and annual basis as specified by the equipment manufacturer. All worn
out parts such as the burner nozzle assembly, air intake valve and automatic control
systems shall be replaced immediately from the spare parts supply reserve.
3.3.2 Noise Pollution Control Measures
The diesel engine/generator sets will be equipped with individual muffler at the
exhaust stack to reduce noise emissions in case the equipment is operated during
power failures. The equipment is also provided with a firm foundation and shock
absorbing mountings that reduces vibrations. The diesel engine/generator set are
likewise confined inside a well enclosed room with concrete walls that will deflect and
confine any noise generated. The management will encourage the manual labor
during this phase to minimize noise level and vibration created by construction
equipment.
3.4 Socio Economic Enhancement Measures
The project proponent shall prioritize all measures intended to avoid threats to public
health for its employees and nearby residents. The project proponent likewise will
give priority to the qualified residents of the nearby areas during the personnel hiring
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period for the construction and operational phases. Special concern shall likewise be
extended to the members of the female sex and ethnic minorities. The
workers/employees shall be duly compensated with the full benefits in the form of
salaries, wages, allowance, S.S.S. contributions and other fringe benefits provided for
by law. The project proponent shall likewise be prompt in the payment of taxes,
permit fees and other financial obligations to the government.
Gender equality is not applied since LPG refilling station is a heavy work it should be
done by male workers, for the female workers are design to work in office only.
LPG is considered non-toxic, as said LPG gas is not an issue of toxicity. Contact with
the skin is non-irritating unless it’s evaporating liquid. The effects of LPG gas leaking
with evaporating liquid will cause cold burns or frostbite as it evaporates at -42
degrees Celsius. LPG is a colorless, odor-less, non-toxic gas and is also referred as
natural gas liquids.
A summary matrix of the Impact Management Plan (IMP) is shown in Table 4.
4. ENVIRONMENTAL / ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESMENT
The Risk Levels are determined through by Levels 1 and Level 2 Threshold Inventory
as different categories as follows:
CATEGORY LEVEL 1(TONS) LEVEL 2
Explosive 10 50
Flammable substances 5,000 50,000
Highly flammable substances 50 200
Extremely flammable substances 10 50
Oxidizing substances 50 200
Toxic substances (low) 50 200
Toxic substances (medium) 10 50
Toxic substances (high) 5 20
Toxic substances (very high) 0.2 1
Toxic substances (extreme) 0.001 0.1
Unclassified (Type A) 100 500
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Unclassified (Type B) 50 200
> Acute Risks / Worst Case Scenario
Commercially available LPG is currently derived mainly from fossil fuels. Burning
LPG releases carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas. The reaction also produces
some carbon monoxide. LPG does, however, release less CO
2 per unit of energy than does coal or oil. It emits 81% of the CO
2 per kWh produced by oil, 70% of that of coal, and less than 50% of that emitted by
coal-generated electricity. Being a mix of propane and butane, LPG emits less
carbon per joule than butane but more carbon per joule than propane.
LPG burns more cleanly than higher molecular weight hydrocarbons because it
releases less particulates.
Fire/explosion risk and mitigation
In a refinery or gas plant, LPG must be stored in pressure vessels. These containers
are either cylindrical and horizontal or spherical. Typically, these vessels are
designed and manufactured according to some code. In the United States, this code
is governed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
If a tank is subjected to a fire of sufficient duration and intensity, it can undergo a
boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion (BLEVE). This is typically a concern for
large refineries and petrochemical plants that maintain very large containers. In
general, tanks are designed so that the product will vent faster than pressure can
build to dangerous levels.
One remedy, that is utilized in industrial settings, is to equip such containers with a
measure to provide a fire-resistance rating. Large, spherical LPG containers may
have up to a 15 cm steel wall thickness. They are equipped with an approved
pressure relief valve. A large fire in the vicinity of the vessel will increase its
temperature and pressure, following the basic gas laws. The relief valve on the top is
designed to vent off excess pressure in order to prevent the rupture of the container
itself. Given a fire of sufficient duration and intensity, the pressure being generated
by the boiling and expanding gas can exceed the ability of the valve to vent the
excess. If that occurs, an overexposed container may rupture violently, launching
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pieces at high velocity, while the released products can ignite as well, potentially
causing catastrophic damage to anything nearby, including other containers.
People can be exposed to LPG in the workplace by breathing it in, skin contact, and
eye contact. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set the
legal limit (Permissible exposure limit) for LPG exposure in the workplace as 1000
ppm (1800 mg/m3) over an 8-hour workday. The National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health(NIOSH) has set a recommended exposure limit (REL) of 1000
ppm (1800 mg/m3) over an 8-hour workday. At levels of 2000 ppm, 10% of the lower
explosive limit, LPG is considered immediately dangerous to life and health (due
solely to safety considerations pertaining to risk of explosion).
LPG Refilling Station Contingency Plans
The Pollution Control Officer will serve as the Emergency Response Head. He will
ensure that Emergency Response plan is implemented in case of man-made and
natural disasters.
A Safety Committee and Fire Brigade Team will be organized to handle emergency
situations such as:
1. Fire Occurrence
2. LPG Leak
3. Earthquake
FIRE:
In the event of fire:
1. Fire Brigade Team will immediately and remotely close the Emergency
Shut-Off Valve ( ESV ) to stop the operation and to close the LPG storage
tank Main Valve.
2. Shut down Main Electrical Panel board.
3. The Communication Officer will call Fire Department for immediate
assistance
4. The Fire hose and Fire Extinguisher team will extinguish the fire at its
earliest stage.
5. The security team will head the evacuation of the employees and cordon
the area and wait for the Firetruck
6. The head operator is in-charge in activating the water sprinklers of the
LPG tank and at the Refilling shed, then move out all LPG cylinders in the
area
7. The data officer will secure all important documents
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8. When the Fire truck arrives, it will continue to combat the fire until its put
off.
9. The medical team will treat any personnel that needs treatment
10. After the Fire incident, the Pollution Control Officer will evaluate plant
facilities for serviceability
LPG LEAK:
1. In case of LPG Leak, Fire Brigade Team will immediately and remotely
close the Emergency Shut-Off Valve (ESV) to stop the operation and to
close the LPG tank Main Valve.
2. Shut down Main Electrical Panel board and any equipment or facilities that
produce sparks
3. The head operator will activate the water sprinklers of the LPG storage
tank and at LPG refilling shed to dissipate concentration of LPG leak.
4. The Fire brigade will cordon the area of the LPG leak source and prepare
fire extinguishers
5. The security team will head the evacuation of the employees and cordon
the area
6. The data officer will secure all important documents
7. If the leak is at the pipeline, this will be easily dissipated by natural
ventilation since it is an open area and the flow of LPG has been stopped
by the Emergency Shut off Valve ( ESV )
8. If the leak is at the storage tank, the Head operator will tighten all bolts in
the flange valves in-order to stop the leak.
9. When the LPG has been dissipated the Pollution Control Officer ( PCO)
will evaluate the pipelines and storage tank appurtenances for proper
maintenance.
10. After the maintenance, the PCO will check all pipe all pipe joints, valves
and appurtenances using Soap Suds Test. If no bubbles is seen during the
test, then it is safe for usage in refilling operation.
EARTHQUAKE:
1. In case of an Earthquake, Fire Brigade Team will immediately and
remotely close the Emergency Shut-Off Valve (ESV) to stop the operation
and to close the LPG tank Main Valve.
2. Shut down Main Electrical Panel board and any equipment or facilities that
produce sparks
3. The Fire brigade will monitor Refilling station facilities and pipelines and
prepare fire extinguishers in case of fire.
4. The security team will head the evacuation of the employees
5. The data officer will secure all important documents
6. After the Earthquake, the Pollution Control Officer will evaluate the
integrity and serviceability of the building, refilling facilities and pipelines.
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> Chronic Risks
The project shall likewise not use or operate any explosive, toxic or hazardous
substances which will have chronic or long-term effects to the public. Chronic risks
include formation of photochemical smog in some areas which deprives body of
oxygen by combining with hemoglobin.
5. SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN (SDP) AND IEC IMPLEMENTATION
The social development of the community can be helped by the proper
implementation of the LPG Refilling Station Project. The operation of the LPG refilling
plant project will have a modest contribution to alleviating the unemployment problem
by hiring regular employment even at the manual or semi-skilled levels.
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TABLE 4 IMPACT MANAGEMENT PLAN
Project Phase/ Environmental Aspect
Environmental Component Likely to be
Affected
Potential Impact
Option for Prevention or Mitigation or Enhancement
Responsible Entity
Cost Guarantee/ Financial
Arrangements
I. PRE - CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Various planning activities for the project
A. The Land Solid waste generation
Proper collection and disposal
Proponent/ Contractor
10,000.00 Include in TOR of contractor
B. The Water Discharge of domestic wastewater
Provision of septic tanks
Proponent/ Contractor
20,000.00 Include in TOR of contractor
C. The Air Dust emissions
Regular water spraying
Proponent/ Contractor
60,000.00 Include in TOR of contractor
Hiring of planners and consultants
D. The People Income for various professional
Selection of qualified professionals
Project Proponent
100,000.00 Fees to be covered with contracts
II. CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Potential erosion and loss of vegetation from site clearing and land development
A. The Land Adverse aesthetic and health effects
Erosion control and re-vegetative measures
Contactor 50,000.00 Include in TOR of contactor
Effluents from the use of toilet and bath facilities
B. The Water
Adverse effects on the water quality of the Agno River
Provision of portable toilets
Contactor 20,000.00 Include in TOR of contractor
Dust and noise emissions
C. The Air Increase in TSP and dBA levels
Regular water spraying/use of mufflers, daylight activities
Contactor 50,000.00 Include in TOR of contractor
Hiring of construction personnel
D. The People
Short term income benefits for construction workers
Priority of hiring to local residents
Contractor 500,000.00 Include in TOR of contractor
III. OPERATION PHASE
Generation of solid wastes from process and office activities
A. The Land
Adverse aesthetic effects and odor nuisance
Regular collection of waste / waste segregation and recycling
LGU / Project Proponent
10,000.00
Institute as standard operation procedure (SOP)
Discharge of domestic effluents
B. The Water
Adverse effect on the water quality of the river
Provide 3 chamber septic tanks
Project Proponent/ Contractor
20,000.00 Institute as SOP
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Operation of standby diesel engine/gen. set
C. The Air Emission of particulate matter
Proper operation and maintenance
Project Proponent
60,000.00 Institute as SOP
Employment of plant personnel
D. The People
Better income and other benefits to employees and their dependents
Priority of hiring to local residents
Project Proponent
100,000.00 Instituted as company policy
IV. ABANDONMENT PHASE
Cease of operations of the LPG refilling plant
A. The Land No significant impact
No toxic or hazardous solid wastes shall be left behind
Project Proponent
50,000.00 Institute SOP
B. The Water No significant impact
No toxic or hazardous liquid wastes shall be left behind
Project Proponent
20,000.00 Institute as SOP
C. The Air No significant impact
APSE will be transferred
Project Proponent
50,000.00 Institute SOP
D. The People Loss of employment for workers
Separation pay to and other benefits will be settled
Project Proponent
500,000.00 Institute company policy
The project proponent has prepared a framework of the Social Development Plan
(SDP) and Information, Education and Communication (IEC) (Please see Tables 5
and 6 for the SDP and IEC, respectively).
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Table 5
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN (SDP) PLAN / FRAMEWORK
Concern Responsible
Community Member/ Beneficiary
Government Agency/ Non – Government
Agency and Services Proponent Indicative
Source of Fund
1. Environmental Sanitation
• Baranggay Kagawad for Environment
• Project Affected Community
• ENRO
• MHO PCO
Operation Phase
Proponent
2. Health and Safety
• Barangay Kagawad for Health
• Project Affected Community
• MHO
• Barangay Disaster Management
Safety Officer
Operation Phase
Proponent
3. Education and Recreation
• Barangay Kagawad for Education
• Project Affected Families
• Dep Ed
Community Relations Officer
Operation Phase
Proponent
4. Gender Responsive Livelihood / Employment and Credit Facilities
• Association Person
• Qualified Project Affected Men, Women, Youth & Elderly
• LGU Planning Office
• MSWD
• TESDA
Community Relations Officer
Operation Phase
Proponent
5. Peace and Order
• Barangay Kagawad for Peace and Order
• Project Affected Community
• LGU
• PNP
Chief Security Officer
Operation Phase
Proponent
6. Spiritual
• Barangay Assigned Parish Priest
• Pastor from different denomination
• Parish Priest
• Pastor
Community Relations Officer
Operation Phase
Proponent
Table 6
INFORMATION, EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATION (IEC) PLAN
Target Sector Identified Needing
Project IEC
Major Topic/s of Concern in Relation to
Project
IEC Scheme / Strategy / Methods
Information Method
Indicative Timelines
and Frequency
Indicative Cost
• LGU
• NGO
• Project Affected Families
• Project Description Status
• Actual Impacts and Measures
• Performance Against ECC / EMP
• Individual Methods
• Group Methods
• Invitation Letters
• Focus Group Interviews
• Hand-outs
• Audio Visual Presentation
• Posters
• Flyers
• Annually
Cost of meals, venue and IEC materials to be shouldered by the project proponent
6. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE MONITORING
Based on the nature of project operations, its potential impacts on the environmental
setting and the technical/financial capability of the project proponent, a suitable
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environmental action plan has been formulated. It would encompass various
environmental components such as physical-chemical (water, air & noise quality,
solid wastes), biological (vegetation/wildlife population) and socio-cultural-economic
(demographic indicators, community projects, etc.). The list of parameters, areas of
frequency of sampling, estimated costs, etc. are indicated the Environmental
Monitoring Plan (EMoP) which is attached as Table 7. The sampling methodologies
to be used are similar to those discussed in Section 2.0 of this study while laboratory
methods shall be strictly in accordance with the DENR-prescribed methods. For
assessment purposes, the DENR standards would be the basic reference.
7. EMERGENCY RESPONSE POLICY AND GENERIC GUIDELINES
The operation of the project proponent will not pose any serious threat or risk to the
environment that would require extensive study of the subject.
The emergency response policy of the firm with regards to fire, earthquake, typhoons
and other natural disasters is in consonance with the guidelines set by the National
Disaster Coordinating Council.
8. ABANDONMENT/DECOMMISSIONING/REHABILITATION POLICIES
In case the LPG Reffiling Station plant has to be abandoned for one reason or
another, the project shall be properly decommissioned and rehabilitation measures
implemented.
After the recovery of the valuable equipment and furnishings, the various equipment
and other infrastructures will be dismantled by the use of sledgehammers, wrecking
balls, bulldozer, etc. The waste materials expected to be generated are concrete
slabs, steel bars, roofing sheets, scrap lumber, etc. The concrete slabs could be
broken down into smaller pieces and used as filling materials while steel bars, roofing
sheets and scrap lumber can be recycled as construction materials. Non-reusable
materials may be disposed of through the city’s garbage disposal services. Based on
year 2016 figures, the abandonment works is expected to cost about Two Million
Pesos (P2M) using about five (5) man demolition crew working for about one (1)
month. The abandoned project may then be developed in accordance with its
intended new usage.
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TABLE 7
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN (EMoP) with ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PERFROMANCE LEVEL (EQPL’S)
Key Environmental
Aspects per Project Phase
Potential Impacts per
Environmental Sector
Parameter to be
Monitored
Sampling & Measurement Plan
Lead Person
Annual Estimated
Cost
EQPL Management
Scheme EQPL Range
Management Measure
Method Frequency Location
Aler t
Action
Limit
Alert
A c t i o n
L i
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I. PRE – CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Various pre-construction activities
A. The Land
Solid wastes
Visual inspection
Daily Within project area
Proponent
10,000.00
X X
B. The Water
BOD, COD, TSS, PH, Color, Total Coliform, Amonia, Phosphate, Oil and Grease, Nitrates, Temperature, Surfactants
Grab sampling / lab
Quarterly
Within the perimeter area sampling point
Proponent
20,000.00
X X
C. The Air TSP
Ambient air sampling
Quarterly
Outside project area.
Proponent
60,000.00
X X
D. The People Socio economic indicators
Research
As needed
Barangay / city
Proponent
100,000.00
X X
II. CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Various construction activities
A. The Land
Solid Waste Accumulation and Disposal
Visual Inspection
Daily Within project area
Contractor
50,000.00 X X
B. The Water
BOD, COD, TSS, PH, Color, Total Coliform, Amonia, Phosphate, Oil and Grease, Nitrates,
Grab sampling and lab analysis
Quarterly
Within the perimeter area sampling point
Contractor
20,000.00
X X
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Temperature, Surfactants
C. The Air TSP
Ambient Air Sampling
Quarterly
Outside project area
Contractor
50,000.00
X X
D. The People
Various socio-economic indicators
Research
As needed
Barangay/ city
Contractor
500,000.00
X X
III. OPERATION PHASE
Visual Observations/ Inspections
A. The Land
Accumulation/ Disposal of Solid Wastes
Visual Daily Within the plant area
PCO 10,000.00 X X
Stream sampling and laboratory analysis
B. The Water
BOD, COD, TSS, PH, Color, Total Coliform, Amonia, Phosphate, Oil and Grease, Nitrates, Temperature, Surfactants
Grab sampling
Quarterly
Within the perimeter area sampling point
PCO PhP 20,000.00
X X
Ambient Air Sampling Test
C. The Air TSP
Ambient air Sampling
Annual Outside plant area
PCO PhP 60,000.00
X X
Noise level Sampling
D. The Noise dBA
Use of noise level meter
Quarterly
Outside plant area
PCO PhP 2,000.00
X X
IV. ABANDONMENT PHASE
General abandonment of the LPG refilling plant
A. The Land Residual solid wastes
Visual observation
As needed
Within plant area
PCO 10,000.00 X X
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B. The Water Residual liquid wastes
Visual observations
As needed
Within plant area
PCO 20,000.00 X X
C. The Air
Residual potential source of air pollution
Visual observation
As needed
Within plant area
PCO 60,000.00 X X
D. The People
Socio-economic effect on community
Information gathering
As needed
Within the brgy.
Proponent
100,000.00
X X
9. INSTITUTIONAL PLAN FOR EMP IMPLEMENTATION
Environmental protection is a top priority for the project proponent and is always a
major consideration in the management’s decisions and policies. The project
proponent’s key staff and selected rank and file personnel will be properly oriented on
the importance of environmental matters.
The General Manager shall assume the chief responsibility and overall coordination
of all environmental activities. The on-site project activities shall be directly
supervised by the Plant Manager who shall duly report back to the General Manager.
A technical person shall be designated as the “Pollution Control Officer” (PCO) whose
main tasks will involve the proper operation and maintenance of any wastewater
treatment facilities, air pollution abatement devices, solid waste disposal, and the
implementation of the monitoring plan and the preparation of the corresponding
quarterly and semi-annual reports to the DENR. The PCO shall be assisted by any
number of support personnel required.
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ANNEX A
SEC REGISTRATION
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ANNEX B
TITLE
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ANNEX C
ZONNING CLEARANCE
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ANNEX D
BARANGAY CERTIFICATION
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ANNEX E
SITE DEVELOPMENT / VICINITY MAP
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MINUTES OF MEETING OF PUBLIC
SCOPING
Minutes of Meeting of Public Scoping Conducted Last January 24, 2020 At
Brgy Hall In Brgy. Domanpot, Asingan, Pangasinan.
1. The DENR representative explained the importance of doing this public
scoping and why it should need to conduct this activity.
2. The project proponent/ consultant explained their project description and the
environmental and social impacts of their project entitled Proposed LPG
Refilling Station.
3. The participants had an open forum;
4. Brgy. Kagawad asked the manager if they really priorities an employee at the
Brgy. Domanpot.
5. The project Manager Mr. Daniel Robles rest assured that the priorities of
hiring employee is on Brgy. Domanpot with the qualified qualification and
aged must be 40yrs old below, but he also needs to confirm if 40 to 50yrs old
can still be a part of their team.
6. The Brgy. Captain asked also if when can be the hiring date and if they
already accepting the resume of the applicants.
7. The manager said that on the applicants can submit their resume on the Brgy.
Hall in Domanpot so that he can review the applicants if they are qualified.
8. The Brgy. Captain asked if it is really safe for the environment and the people
around the LPG refilling station.
9. The manager rest assured that it was definitely safe for the environment and
the people around the project, in case of emergency the project has its own
shut off bulb and LPG alarm so that before the emergency happened it was
already settled.
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BASELINE RESULT
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AMBIENT TEST RESULT
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WATER ANALYSIS RESULT
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SOIL ANALYSIS RESULT
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PEMAPS
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY