JKR STANDARD - SIRIM STS

1 JKR STANDARD JKR/ SIRIM 3:2020 ICS: ; Environmental protection and enhancement works for projects Copyright 2020 Jabatan Kerja Raya & SIRIM berhad JKR Jabatan Kerja Raya (JKR) Malaysia is a federal government department in Malaysia under Ministry of Works Malaysia which is responsible for construction and maintenance of public infrastructure in Malaysia such as roads, government buildings, schools, hospitals, airports, harbors, piers and related engineering works. JKR Malaysia vision is to become a world-class service provider and centre of excellence in asset management, project management and engineering services for the development of the nation s infrastructure through creative and innovative human capital and state-of-the-art technology. SIRIM SIRIM berhad is a premier total solutions provider in quality and technology innovations that helps industries and businesses to compete better through every step of the business value chain.

2 SIRIM berhad is the centre of excellence in standardisation, facilitating industries and businesses in enhancing their production and competitiveness, protecting consumers health and safety, and giving them the choice for quality products and services. JKR STANDARD JKR STANDARD is developed according to SIRIM standardisation procedures, which are in line with international practices that ensure appropriate notification of work programmes and participation of interested parties. As a standards development organisation, SIRIM berhad has extensive expertise in standards research and consultancy which helps industries and businesses meet local and international requirements and practices. JKR STANDARD is developed from JKR Malaysia initiatives as a technical advisory in infrastructure development for the Government of Malaysia through collaboration with SIRIM which provides requirements, specifications, guidelines or characteristics that can be used to ensure that materials, products, processes and services are fit for their purpose.

3 JKR STANDARD is developed through consensus by established committee, which consists of experts in the subject matter. The use of this STANDARD is voluntary, and it is open for adoption by regulators, government agencies, associations, industries, professional bodies, etc. Copyright 2018 For further info or enquiries on JKR STANDARD , please contact: Standards Department SIRIM STS Sdn Bhd 1, Persiaran Dato Menteri Section 2, Box 7035 40700 Shah Alam Selangor Darul Ehsan Tel: 60 3 5544 6314/6909 Fax: 60 3 5510 8830 Email: OR Cawangan Alam Sekitar & Kecekapan Tenaga Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia Tingkat 23, Menara PJD No. 50, Jalan Tun Razak 50400, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur Tel: 60 3 2618 7701 Fax: 60 3 4041 1988 Website: JKR/ SIRIM 3:2020 JKR and SIRIM berhad 2020 - All rights reserved i Contents Page Foreword .. iI 0 Introduction .. 1 1 Scope .. 1 2 Normative references.

4 1 3 Terms and definitions .. 2 4 General requirements .. 9 Non-physical works .. 10 Physical works .. 32 5 Roles and responsibility .. 48 Annex A Normative references .. 53 Annex B Examples of Bills of Quantities (BQ) for environmental protection works .. 56 Annex C Method of measurement for environmental protection works .. 69 Annex D Contractual requirements .. 96 Annex E STANDARD report format for Environmental Management Plan (EMP), Environmental Monitoring Report (EMR), Environmental Audit Report (EAR), Environmental Close Audit Report (ECAR) and Construction Waste Management Plan (CWMP) .. 105 Annex F Examples of Best Management Practices (BMPs) .. 119 Annex G Drawing for environmental protection works .. 135 Annex H Malaysia marine, national water quality, national lake water and ground water quality criteria and standards .. 150 Bibliography .. 158 JKR/ SIRIM 3:2020 ii JKR and SIRIM berhad 2020 - All rights reserved Foreword This STANDARD was developed by the Project Committee on Environmental Protection and Enhancement Works for Projects established by SIRIM berhad .

5 This STANDARD was developed with the following objectives: a) to provide a systematic and structured assessment system for environmental protection measures and incorporated in the preparation of tender document; b) to provide comprehensive document in accordance with the current technical requirements incorporating latest environmental protection, mitigation and enhancement for a project; c) to educate and create awareness among the stakeholders on environmental protection. This STANDARD will be subjected to review to reflect current needs and conditions. Users and other interested parties may submit comments on the contents of this STANDARD for consideration into future versions. Compliance with this STANDARD does not by itself grant immunity from legal obligations. JKR/ SIRIM 3:2020 JKR and SIRIM berhad 2020 - All rights reserved 1 Environmental protection and enhancement works for projects 0.

6 Introduction In line with the environmental policy of Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia which is committed to ensure the implementation of government projects with emphasis on the importance of environmental protection as well as legal and regulatory compliance, efforts to improve environmental management during project implementation is prioritised. A comprehensive environmental management and effective environmental protection and conservation efforts during the implementation of construction projects are very crucial in delivering a project that can be completed and meets the quality, time and cost set by the client, meet the satisfaction of all stakeholders involved and at the same time ensure that the overall project is conducted in the most sustainable manner. To ensure that the projects are managed in environmental and sustainable manner, specific requirements, guided by the requirements in National Policy on Environment, National Physical Plan and the Environmental Quality Act 1974, are identified and incorporated in the preparation of the tender document and subsequently implemented during the planning, design, procurement and construction stages of the project.

7 This STANDARD is developed to provide a comprehensive guide to prepare tender documents from the planning, design and construction phases of projects in accordance with technical requirements incorporating the latest environmental protection, mitigation and enhancement measures. This STANDARD incorporates the current technical requirements such as policies, legislation and needs of other various external technical agencies that have been identified as stakeholders of construction projects in Malaysia. This STANDARD provides pictorial guidance and STANDARD drawings for best management practices based on current needs. 1. Scope This STANDARD provides requirement and comprehensive guide on environmental management that covers planning, design, procurement, construction and handing over of projects for roads, building, marine structure (coastal), airports and railways.

8 This STANDARD provides guidance and STANDARD drawings for Best Management Practices (BMPs) based on current needs. This STANDARD is applicable to both conventional and design and build projects. 2. Normative references Refer to Annex A. JKR/ SIRIM 3:2020 2 JKR and SIRIM berhad 2020 - All rights reserved 3. Terms and definitions For the purposes of this STANDARD , the following terms and definitions apply. Environmental Compliance Report (ECR) Document on periodic monitoring of mitigation measures and monitoring programme as stipulated in PMM and EIA Agreement of Environment Conditions implemented by the project proponent. NOTE. For projects approved by EPD Sabah, only ECR is prepared and submitted in accordance with the approved schedule. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) For Peninsular Malaysia, including Federal Territories Study to identify, predict, evaluate and communicate information about the impacts on the environment of a proposed project and to detail out the mitigating measures prior to project approval and implementation (refer on Appendix 6 EGIM).

9 [SOURCE: Department of Environmental Malaysia] For Sabah Detailed assessment in quantitative terms wherever possible, and in qualitative terms of: a) the likely environmental impacts of a development activity; and b) the measures required to prevent, mitigate or abate any adverse environmental impacts, or to protect the environment. NOTE. The prescribed activities requiring EIA are normally of high magnitude in terms of area and sensitivity, and thus require detailed assessment study to predict the potential impacts and to formulate practical, realistic and effective mitigation measures and monitoring programme. [SOURCE: Environment Protection Enactment 2002 Environment Protection (Prescribed Activities) (Environmental Impact Assessment) Order 2005] For Sarawak Project planning tool to ensure the impacts of a proposed project, be it positive or negative, is evaluated and the mitigating measures are identified and recommended.

10 Environmental Management Plan (EMP) For EIA Document that translates the pollution prevention and mitigation measures (P2M2s) recommended in the EIA Report and the approval conditions (CoAs) into action. [SOURCE: EGIM 2016] JKR/ SIRIM 3:2020 JKR and SIRIM berhad 2020 - All rights reserved 3 For non-EIA Documentation of administrative environmental management and coordination procedures for on-site management for projects cost above RM20 million including earthworks, or project sites located in Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESA) identified by relevant state authority. Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Special areas that are very sensitive to any changes in the ecosystem as a result of natural processes or activities in or around the area, either directly or indirectly. NOTES: 1. The ESA s sensitivity level is based on three inter-related elements, namely the risk of natural disasters, the value of life support services, and the area s heritage value.