RFI - Ecological Assessment Report

EMP – CONSTRUCTION PHASE                                                                                      4-25

       Strategy:           To implement a fire control strategy that protects life and property and protects
                           ecosystems

        1.    No fires will be permitted on site (including no burning of cleared vegetation or rubbish).
        2.    Smoking will not be permitted in areas immediately adjacent (within 20m) to any Habitat
              Protection Area boundary.
        3.    No combustible building waste stored within 20m of bushland.
        4.    The site is to be managed in accordance with the responsibilities outlined in the Queensland Fire
              and Rescue Authority Act 1990.
        5.    Construct firebreaks prior to commencement of site construction activities as outlined in the Fire
              Management Plan.
        6.    Maintain fuel loads within the cleared areas at a level, which reduces potential fire hazard.
        7.    Road access to firebreaks kept open at all times for Fire Brigade access.
        8.    Landscaping around buildings in Fuel Control Areas to include fire retardant species and non-
              combustible mulch as outlined in the Fire Management Plan.
        9.    Contractor to ensure that the appropriate fire control equipment (on the advice of the QFRS) is
              kept in a readily accessible location on site at all times.
        10. Fire response procedures are to be established and indicated in a clearly visible location in the
            administrative area.
        11. No clearing for firebreaks is to exceed 5m in width unless otherwise approved.

       Performance Requirement: No fires on site. Fuel loads don’t exceed 10 tonnes per hectare. All
       bushland protected. Clear fire control directions available at all times.

       Monitoring: SEO to prepare monthly report on actions taken towards the achievement of the Fire
       Management Plan for areas within the current works area, for inclusion in site’s Environmental
       Compliance Report.

       Reporting: “End of Stage” report to be provided to the Superintendent by SEO.

       Corrective Action: Ensure that all recommendations for the Fire Management Plan are implemented.

4.11 Element C.11: Cultural Heritage Management
        Policy:            To conserve the cultural heritage values of the area. (refer Aboriginal Cultural
                           Heritage Act 2003)



       Strategy:           To ensure the cultural heritage values of the area are preserved.

       Responsibility: Superintendent and Site Environmental Officer.




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