Title: Saint Lucia - Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project (DVRP) : environmental assessment and environmental management framework
Abstract: The development objective of the Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project (DVRP) for Saint Lucia is to reduce vulnerability to natural hazards and climate change impacts in Saint Lucia. Some of the negative impacts and mitigation measures include: (1) a traffic management plan to be developed and implemented by contractor; (2) during operations, the engine covers of generators, air compressors, and other powered mechanical equipment shall be closed, and equipment placed as far away from residential areas as possible; (3) waste collection and disposal pathways and sites will be identified for all major waste types expected from demolition and construction activities; (4) there must be minimal impact to flora and fauna in the forest area; (5) cement should be kept stored within a shed or container; (6) the use of retaining structures and planting with deep rooted grasses to retain soil during and after works must be considered; and (7) the contractor must ensure that all workers operate within a safe environment.
Publication Year: 2016
Publication Date: 2016-03-01
Language: en
Type: article
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