24647 Seaview Tce Enviro Mgmt Plan

List of Referenced Legislation & Codes of Practice – Environment
HB-HSEQ-F-005-A Version 5
           Issues             Applicable Legislation / Guidelines / Standards    Regulating                      Major Requirements Of Legislation
                                                                                  Authority

 Vegetation clearing or      Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997   NSW EPA         General duty of care to prevent environmental harm through pollution.
 disturbance                 Native Vegetation Act 2003                                          Relevant approvals should have been obtained by any clients
                                                                                                  authorizing clearing.
                                                                                                 Do not undertake any clearing without first obtaining permission from the
                                                                                                  site manager AND checking that the relevant approvals have been
                                                                                                  obtained.
                                                                                                  If in doubt, obtain advice from relevant council about whether any
                                                                                                  clearing restrictions or approvals may apply.
                                                                                                 Fencing may be required to protect vegetation.
                                                                                                 Methods to reduce ground compaction, root damage or modification of
                                                                                                  the site conditions near vegetation may be required.
 Native Fauna                Native Vegetation Act 2003                          NSW EPA         All fauna is protected under the Act (including common animals)
                                                                                                 Do not injure or harm animals that may be in the way of works.
                                                                                                 Ensure that measures to avoid injury to native wildlife have been
                                                                                                  considered if necessary.
                                                                                                 During clearing of vegetation it may be necessary to have spotter-
                                                                                                  catchers on site to remove animals.
                                                                                                 Hollow dwelling animals may be within tree trunks and logs.
                                                                                                 Leave snakes alone unless they are an absolute threat to your safety.
 Weed management             Noxious Weeds Act 1993                              NSW EPA         Pest management laws define different classes of declared weeds and
                                                                                                  required management strategies for each. It is illegal to introduce certain
                                                                                                  classes of declared plants (I.e. there is a legal obligation to prevent
                                                                                                  weed spread).
                                                                                                 Must wash down vehicles to prevent the spread of weeds between
                                                                                                  areas
                                                                                                 Ensure all vehicles/equipment are clean on arrival at the site.
                                                                                                 If weeds are present, on leaving the site it will be necessary to wash
                                                                                                  down the vehicle to avoid spread of declared weeds to another site.
                                                                                                 Follow Department of Natural Resources Management guidelines for
                                                                                                  vehicle wash down or visit an approved wash down centre.
 Heritage Issues
 Protected Areas / Parks /   National Parks & Wildlife Act 1974                  NSW EPA         Check with relevant authority for permit requirements prior to
 Scientific Areas                                                                                 investigation works in World Heritage areas, National Heritage places
                                                                                                  and Wetlands of international importance




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