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EHSQ Awareness, thanks to Founder, MD,CEO Shri Anil Chalamalasetty Sir and Founder, president Shri Mahesh Koli SIr, Shri Gautam Reddy, Dr. K.Pradeep, Shri GVS Anand, Shri Vijay Kumar, Shri K Gangadhar Rao, Shri A. Deshmukh,Shri G.B.Rao, Shri PVSN Raju, Dr.V S. John, Shri V.Parmekar, Shri S.Tatayya,Shri B.B.K U.Maheswar Rao,, Smt V. Tulsi, Shri V. B. Rao, Shri P. Rajachand,Shri LVV Rao,Shri P Srinivaslu Promotion- EHSQL-by Dr. A.N.GIRI-30.6 Lakhs Viewed Thanks to AMGreen-Greenko Group.

Sunday, 16 March 2025

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Saturday, 15 March 2025

EHSQ 10 Steps to Prepare for an Audit

📌EHSQ 10 Steps to Prepare for an Audit

ISO 45001👇

ISO 45001 is the day

A must-have reference for any company involved in occupational health and safety (SST). It provides a structured and internationally recognized framework to prevent accidents, reduce occupational risks and ensure employee health.

Get certified to ISO 45001 or maintain compliance with rigorous auditing regulations. These audits allow the effectiveness of your SST management system to be assessed and tracks for improvement.

In this article, we will remind you of the importance of ISO 45001 and its obligations, then provide a detailed checklist to prepare for an ISO 45001 audit. Whether you are in the process of certification or preparing for an audit, this guide will help you anticipate key audit points and maximize your chances of success.

📌 What are your responsibilities when it comes to ISO 45001 certification? 👇

By implementing this standard, an organization is committed to identifying, assessing and managing risks related to employee safety and health.

ISO 45001 certification is not required by law (as is 9001 for quality and 14001 for environment), but it allows:

To have a recognized and accepted management system

Differentiate yourself in a highly competitive market

Enroll in the process of continuous improvement (with the PDCA method: plan - do - check - do)

PDCA approach: plan - do - check - do or in French: plan - implement - check - compare

If you are certified to ISO 45001 and want to maintain your certification, ISO 45001 requires you to conduct periodic internal audits of your entire occupational health and safety management system (SMSST). Keep in mind that you do not have to do this audit in one go. Multiple internal audits are often more efficient, but they are divided into years or even years (maximum 3 years according to international certification rules). Improving the performance of your SST management system largely depends on the effectiveness of your internal audits.

📌ISO 45001 Audit Preparation Checklist👇

The ISO 45001 audit is a crucial time to assess the effectiveness of your company’s occupational health and safety management system (SST). To ensure the success of the audit, it is important to prepare well in advance.

1️⃣ To help you prepare rigorously for each step, review the SST policy and objectives.

Review the SST policy:

Ensure that the occupational health and safety policy complies with ISO 45001 requirements. It must be documented, communicated to all levels of the organization, and understood by employees.

SST Goals: Ensure that the SST goals are defined, measurable, and aligned with the identified safety risks and commitments.

2️⃣ Evaluate and update the risk analysis.

Risk assessment: Update the risk analysis to ensure it is current and complies with ISO 45001 requirements. All risks related to operations, working conditions, and equipment must be assessed.

Risk Control Measures: Ensure that preventive and control measures are in place for each identified risk, and that these measures are regularly evaluated.

3️⃣. Ensure compliance with legislation.

Legal and Regulatory Requirements Identification: Update the list of applicable laws, regulations, and other SST requirements.

Evidence of Compliance: Prepare and organize documentation demonstrating compliance with legal requirements (audit reports, certificates of compliance).

4️⃣. SST Documentation Revision and Update

Document Update: Review all procedures, policies, records, and work instructions related to SST to ensure they are current and comply with ISO 45001.

Versioning and Archiving: Ensure that a document management system is in place, with version control and easy access for audiences.

5️⃣. Staff training and awareness

SST Training: Ensure that all staff receive adequate health and safety training. Ensure evidence of training (certification, follow-up) is available.

Risk awareness: Ensure that staff understand the risks specific to their position and what they need to do to manage them. Organise awareness sessions if necessary to reinforce key messages.

6️⃣. Review operational controls and emergency preparedness

Equipment audits and procedures: Confirm that all operational controls are in place (equipment audits, use of PPE, handling of hazardous substances).

Emergency preparedness: Review emergency procedures (evacuation drills, incident simulations). Ensure that these procedures have been tested and that the team knows how to respond in an emergency.

7️⃣ Organise internal audits

Plan and conduct internal audits: Ensure that internal audits are conducted to assess compliance with the SST management system with ISO 45001. These audits must cover all key processes and functions.

Corrective action: Ensure that any non-compliance with the internal audit is corrected and documented. Follow up to ensure effective implementation.

8️⃣ Conduct a Management Review

Prepare Management Review: Conduct a review of the performance of the SST management system. This review should include an analysis of key performance indicators (incident rates, incidents, etc.), assess corrective actions, and set future goals.

Assess opportunities for improvement: Ensure that management discusses opportunities to improve the SST system and makes decisions about actions.

. 9️⃣ Prepare the team for the audit

Brief and Brief Teams: Prepare the team by explaining how the audit is progressing, the audit objectives, and providing an opportunity for the auditor to ask questions.

Manage the White Audit: Conduct, if necessary, a model internal audit to enable the team to familiarize themselves with the process and respond effectively to the auditor.

Coordinate audit logistics

Prepare the audit agenda: Collaborate with the auditor, prepare the audit plan, detailing the audit plan, visiting hours, and key coordinators.

Organize access to documents and locations: Ensure that all necessary documents and information are easily accessible on the audit day, and that the auditor has access to the location, equipment, and necessary documents.

When following this timeline checklist, You will be assured that every step of your ISO 45001 audit preparation is covered, preparing you for improved audit success and continued compliance.

Causes of Soil Acidity Rainfall and Leaching

Causes of Soil Acidity

Rainfall and Leaching

In areas with high rainfall, water moves through the soil, washing away essential basic cations like Sodium (Na), Calcium (Ca), Potassium (K), and Magnesium (Mg).

Acid rain (rain containing dissolved acidic gases like sulfur dioxide) further contributes to soil acidity by adding hydrogen ions to the soil.

Acidic Parent Material

The type of rock from which soil is formed influences its pH.

Soils developed from granite tend to be more acidic, while those from limestone or calcareous shales are more alkaline.

Organic Matter Decay

When organic matter decomposes, it releases organic acids.

The carbon dioxide (CO₂) produced during decomposition reacts with water (H₂O) to form carbonic acid (H₂CO₃), which slightly increases soil acidity.

Harvest of High-Yielding Crops

Plants absorb essential nutrients (basic cations) like Ca, Mg, K, and Na from the soil.

When crops are harvested, these nutrients are removed from the field, leading to soil depletion and increased acidity.

Nitrification of Ammonium Fertilizers

When ammonium-based fertilizers (NH₄⁺) are converted into nitrates (NO₃⁻) through the process of nitrification, two hydrogen ions (H⁺) are released into the soil.

This increases soil acidity over time.

Correcting Soil Acidity with Lime

Liming Acidic Soils

Applying lime (calcium-containing materials) is the most common way to neutralize soil acidity. The main liming materials include:

Calcium oxide (CaO) – Also known as quicklime or burnt lime.

Dolomite (CaMg(CO₃)₂) – A natural mineral containing both calcium and magnesium.

Calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) – Also known as agricultural lime or ground limestone.

How Liming Works

Lime reacts with the soil, removing hydrogen ions (H⁺) from the cation exchange complex.

The hydrogen ions are replaced with calcium (Ca²⁺) and magnesium (Mg²⁺), reducing acidity and increasing soil fertility.

Importance of Liming

Improves Soil Structure

Lime helps soil particles bind together, improving aeration and water infiltration.

Accelerates Decomposition and Humus Formation

Liming speeds up the breakdown of organic matter, leading to the formation of humus, which improves soil fertility.

Eliminates Aluminum and Manganese Toxicity

Raising soil pH to 6.5 prevents aluminum (Al³⁺) and manganese (Mn²⁺) from becoming toxic to plants.

Increases Nutrient Availability

Lime enhances the availability of essential nutrients like phosphorus (P), molybdenum (Mo), calcium (Ca), and magnesium (Mg), which are often deficient in acidic soils.

Promotes Microbial Activity

Beneficial microbes responsible for mineralization, nitrification, and nitrogen fixation thrive in neutral to slightly alkaline soils.

Problems Associated with Over-Liming

Reduced Phosphorus Availability

Excess lime can react with phosphorus in the soil, making it less available to plants.

Micronutrient Deficiencies

Over-liming can induce zinc (Zn), boron (B), and manganese (Mn) deficiencies, which are crucial for plant growth.

Summary

Soil acidity is caused by rainfall, parent material, organic matter decomposition, crop harvesting, and ammonium fertilizers.

Liming is the most effective method to correct soil acidity.

Proper liming improves soil structure, nutrient availability, and microbial activity.

However, over-liming can create nutrient imbalances, leading to deficiencies.

What makes a project manager truly great?

It’s about leading with trust, clear direction, and a mindset that keeps the team focused on success and growth.

If you are aiming to be a great project manager, here are the 10 qualities that set the best apart for you.

1. HONESTY

⤷ Trust comes from being honest with yourself. A great project manager is upfront about challenges and solutions.

2. DELEGATE

⤷ Delegating the right tasks to the right people on your team improves efficiency and teamwork.

3. COMMUNICATION

⤷ Clear and open discussions keep everyone aligned and focused on the same goal.

4. CONFIDENCE

⤷ Stay calm under pressure and make decisions with certainty. The team follows a leader who believes in the plan.

5. COMMITMENT

⤷ A dedicated project manager shows up, follows through, and keeps the team engaged.

6. POSITIVITY

A good attitude keeps the team motivated, even when things get tough. Keep energy levels high.

7. CREATIVITY

⤷ Sometimes, you need to think differently to solve problems. Great project managers find new ways to get things done.

8. INTUITION

⤷ A great project manager learns to trust experience and instincts when solving problems, just as your team learns to trust you.

9. INSPIRATION

⤷ Keep your team engaged by recognizing their efforts and keeping them motivated.

10. APPROACH

⤷ Customize your approach on a person-by-person basis, depending on the situation at hand.

Do any of these qualities stand out to you? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️

#ProjectManagement #ProjectPlanning #Leadership #ManagerTips #CareerGrowth #ProjectLeadership #WorkplaceProductivity #TeamSuccess #JustinBateh

Friday, 14 March 2025

SWARNA ANDHRA SWACHH ANDHRA - Programme @ AMGreen Kakinada

Great CM

Andhra Pradesh

Joined a cleanliness drive in Tanuku today. Our sanitation workers are the backbone of our community. They work tirelessly to keep our surroundings clean. Their devotion is an inspiration for us all. Cleanliness isn't solely their duty, it's our shared responsibility. Let's join hands and actively participate in the Swachh Andhra mission, ensuring a cleaner surrounding and a healthier future for our state.

#SwarnaAndhraSwachhAndhra

SWARNA ANDHRA SWACHH ANDHRA - Programme @ AMGreen Kakinada Activities organised under the Guidance of Shri K. Gangadhar Rao , Shri Dr. V. Sunny Jhon sir, Shri PVSN Raju Sir ,Shri BBK Umamaheshwar Rao Sir .

Shri LVV Rao Sir briefed about the activities instructed by APPCB.

#MyCleanAP

Government of Andhra Pradesh has launched the “Swarna Andhra Swachh Andhra” (SASA) initiative, aimed at promoting a clean and sustainable Andhra Pradesh. As part of this initiative, the 3rd Saturday of every month is designated for activities focusing on cleanliness, waste management, and environmental responsibility, particularly within industrial sectors.

The Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board (APPCB) has been assigned the responsibility of guiding industries to comply the following.

1. Avoid Single-Use Plastic (SUP) Items and prevent littering of paper, plastics, and other products.

2. Promote Suitable Reusables by demonstrating effective alternatives.

3. Ensure Usage of Reusables across all public and private establishments, with government entities leading as role models.

4. Conduct Awareness Campaigns on the negative impacts of SUPs and the benefits of greener alternatives for health and sustainability.

5. Discourage the Use-and-Throw Culture to reduce waste generation.

In this regard we would like conduct following activities on the 3rd Saturday of March, 2025, i.e., 15th March, 2025 in our complex.

1.0 Awareness programme on the negative impacts of SUPs and the benefits of greener alternatives for health and sustainability to Contract & Security Workmen at Security Gate: 09.00 AM to 09.15 AM

2.0 Cleanliness & Awareness programme at GT-C: 10.30 AM to 11.00 AM

3.0 Awareness programme to Canteen Workmen: 11.30 AM TO 12.00 AM

In India, the legal framework for managing plastic waste is primarily guided by the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016

In India, the legal framework for managing plastic waste is primarily guided by the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, which mandate segregation, collection, storage, and disposal, with amendments like the 2018 and 2021 rules focusing on reducing single-use plastics and promoting recycling.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016:

These rules set the foundation for plastic waste management in India, emphasizing the following:

Segregation at Source: Mandates the separation of plastic waste from other waste streams at the point of generation.

Collection, Storage, and Transportation: Establishes guidelines for the collection, storage, and transportation of plastic waste.

Processing and Disposal: Outlines procedures for processing and disposing of plastic waste, including recycling and other methods.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): Introduces the concept of EPR, where producers are responsible for managing the waste generated by their products.

Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2018:

These amendments clarified the role of producers and brand owners in plastic waste management, requiring them to register with the concerned State Pollution Control Board or Pollution Control Board.

Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2021:

These rules focus on reducing single-use plastics, increasing the thickness of plastic carry bags, and promoting the use of alternative materials.

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986:

This act provides the central government with the power to regulate all forms of waste and tackle specific environmental problems, including plastic waste.

Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016:

These rules, which replaced the earlier rules from 2000, provide a comprehensive framework for the segregation, collection, transportation, processing, and disposal of solid waste in urban areas.

Hazardous Waste Management Rules:

These rules ensure the safe handling, generation, processing, treatment, package, storage, transportation, use reprocessing, collection, conversion, and offering for sale, destruction and disposal of Hazardous Waste.

In India, key plastic pollution laws include the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, and subsequent amendments, focusing on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), banning single-use plastics, and mandating waste segregation and recycling.

In India, key plastic pollution laws include the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, and subsequent amendments, focusing on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), banning single-use plastics, and mandating waste segregation and recycling.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Key Laws and Regulations:

Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016:

This is the foundational rule that sets the framework for plastic waste management in India, including provisions for EPR, recycling, and waste disposal.

Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2021:

This amendment increased the minimum thickness requirement for plastic carry bags (from 50 to 75 and then 120 microns) to reduce littering and promote reuse.

Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2022:

This amendment further strengthens the EPR framework, mandating producers, importers, and brand owners to collect and manage plastic waste generated due to the consumption of their products.

Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2024:

This amendment defines biodegradable plastics as materials that not only degrade by biological processes but also do not leave microplastics.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR):

The rules mandate that producers, importers, and brand owners are responsible for collecting and managing plastic waste generated by their products, promoting a circular economy.

Prohibition of Single-Use Plastics:

The rules prohibit the manufacture, import, stocking, distribution, sale, and use of certain single-use plastics, including polystyrene and expanded polystyrene items like ear buds, plastic sticks, and certain types of plates, cups, and cutlery.

Mandatory Segregation of Waste:

The rules emphasize the importance of segregating plastic waste at the source to facilitate recycling and proper disposal.

Recycling and Reuse:

The rules promote the recycling and reuse of plastic materials, with provisions for ensuring that recycled plastics meet specific standards.

Registration of PIBOs and PWPs:

Producers, Importers and Brand Owners (PIBOs) and Plastic Waste Management Processors (PWPs) are required to register on a centralized portal developed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Environmental Compensation:

Environmental compensation will be levied based on the polluter pays principle, with respect to non-fulfillment of Extended Producer Responsibility targets by Producers, Importers & Brand Owners.

Key Provisions and Responsibilities:

Urban Local Bodies:

They are responsible for developing and setting up infrastructure for plastic waste management, including segregation, collection, storage, transportation, processing, and disposal.

Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners:

They are responsible for managing the plastic waste generated by their products through EPR mechanisms.

Retailers and Street Vendors:

They are responsible for ensuring that they do not sell or provide commodities in carry bags or plastic sheets that are not manufactured and labeled according to the rules.

Waste Generators:

They are responsible for minimizing plastic waste, segregating it, and handing it over to the local body or authorized agencies.

Half of global plastic production is for single-use and only 9% of plastic is recycled.

Nature and Biodiversity

Accelerating reuse models to achieve a world free of plastic waste

Published Jan 8, 2024 · Updated Jan 6, 2025

A selection of dried goods in bulk food dispensers in a plastic free store.

Half of global plastic production is for single-use and only 9% of plastic is recycled.

The World Economic Forum’s Consumers Beyond Waste initiative is driving a shift towards reuse models to achieve a world free of plastic pollution.

Half of global plastic production is for single-use and only 9% of plastic is recycled; reliance on recycling alone will not solve the waste problem.

To accelerate reuse adoption, the initiative released a seminal guide on standardized measurement, enabling organizations to track progress in a consistent way.

The impact of sustainable shopping.

The World Economic Forum’s Consumers Beyond Waste initiative is working with partners to rapidly scale reuse models that will eliminate plastic waste.

Currently, half of global plastic production is for single-use and only 9% of plastic is recycled. Research shows that reusing just 10% of plastic products would reduce the amount of plastic waste reaching the ocean by 50%.

The initiative has been championing reuse since January 2019. It has brought together leading start-ups, consumer companies, nonprofits and governments to pave the way for responsible consumption and sustainable shopping models. These forward-thinking approaches have disrupted major industries such as food, beverage, and personal and home care.

Initially, this work focused on amplifying the efforts of innovators such as Loop and Algramo when reuse models were still developing. Loop, which activates a circular ecosystem, making the sale and collection of reusable and returnable versions of conventional single-use products effortless, has now expanded globally and collaborates with leading companies, including Aeon, Kroger, Tesco and Walgreens.

Algramo enables consumers to refill products such as dry foods, liquid detergents and personal care products in reusable containers at special dispensing stations. In 2021, Algramo reused over 230,000 plastic packages, equivalent to over 30 tonnes of plastic. These pioneering start-ups have raised the collective ambition to reduce plastic waste by reducing single-use plastic packaging through reuse models.

The Forum’s initiative continues to support breakthrough innovators such as MIWA and Muuse, which are revolutionizing consumption models. Global consumer companies are engaging with the Forum and these start-ups to meet better the demands of responsible citizens who are motivated to lead more environmentally sustainable lives.

Collectively, these organizations provide consumers access to reuse models that offer more convenient, affordable and environmentally sustainable alternatives to single-use.

‘Reuse’ needs to be the new ‘recycle’ when it comes to packaging, says TerraCycle CEO Tom Szaky

Reuse at an inflexion point: achieving a future free of plastic waste

What's the challenge with plastic waste?

The amount of waste is growing so quickly that there will be more plastic than fish in the oceans by 2050.

Aside from its alarming waste footprint, the production of plastic increases carbon emissions, since plastic is a by-product of petroleum. Disposable packaging comes at an economic cost too, with 95% of its value lost after its initial use, which is estimated at roughly $100 billion annually. The impact on health is also becoming clearer, with scientists finding microplastics in human blood for the first time in March 2022.

Additionally, consumer sentiment to address plastic waste is increasing. According to a recent survey from polling firm Ipsos, 88% of people worldwide support an international treaty to address plastic pollution, with United Nations negotiations underway to develop a legally binding agreement by the end of 2024.

What are the benefits of recycling old products instead of buying new ones?

Recycling brings economic, social, and environmental benefits when we participate in a

comprehensive program, which;

1.Conserves natural resources; In conserving natural resources by recycling we reduce the amount of new exploration, excavation, and development required to keep society functioning. Most of the materials used to create the goods and products we use in everyday life are finite. The benefit under this head is enormous.

2. Decreases ecosystem destruction as the number of delicate ecosystems get spared of impacts by resource extraction.

3. Reduces waste (amount of waste we create decline) and landfill quantum and the need to create new landfill space.

4. Reduces greenhouse gas emissions and the number of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere gets eliminated.

5. Shrinks other forms of pollution.

6. Saves energy.

7. Creates jobs.

8.Lower the overall pollution of our air, water, and land by not extracting new resources

every time we need something.

9. Increases the investment in eco-friendly infrastructure

10. Improves resource allocation to recycling programs and facilities

11. Reduces waste by converting garbage and recycling vehicles to electric.

12. Grows the circular economy involved in all reduce, reuse, and repurpose activities.

13. Saves money by lowering how often people need to buy brand-new items, thus help shrink your carbon footprint by: a) Eliminating the need for new packaging to be created. recycling and reusing only eliminates need for new packaging b) Cutting out the CO2 released when transporting new products to the store and c) Making sure you don’t buy more than you need.

What are the different programes/activities implemented through State Pollution Control Board?

What are the important Environmental Laws in the country?

Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974;

Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981,

Cess Act, 1977, – Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and Rules there under

Public Liability Insurance Act, 1981,

National Environmental Tribunal Act, 1995

National Environment Appellate Authority Act, 1997

What are the different programes/activities implemented through State Pollution Control Board?

State Boards are implementing following programmes

Pollution control in 17 categories of highly polluting industries

Pollution control from industries discharging waste water into rivers and lakes

Inventorization of pollution industries in the State and ensuring their compliance to the Pollution control norms

Restoration of environmental quality in critically polluted areas

Monitoring of water and ambient air quality in the States

Hazardous waste

Bio-medical and Management of Municipal Solid Wastes

What steps have been taken to control vehicular pollution?

Major initiatives taken to control vehicular pollution include the following

Emission Standards for Tractors : Emission norms for tractors were notified on 8.9.1999 under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules is effective from 1.10.1999.

India 2000 Emission Norms akin to Euro-I Norms: Emission norms known as India 2000 akin to Euro I norms was notified on 28.8.1997 under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules is effective from 1.4.2000 for the entire country, required major modifications in the engine designs.

What are sources of water pollution and waste water generation scenario?

It is estimated that 75% to 80% of water pollution by volume is caused by domestic sewage. The major industries causing water pollution include: distilleries, sugar, textile, electroplating, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, pulp & paper mills, tanneries, dyes and dye intermediates, petro-chemicals, steel plants etc. Non-point sources such as fertilizer and pesticide run-offs in rural areas also cause pollution. Only 60% of chemical fertilizers are utilized in soils and the balance is leached into soil polluting the ground water. Excess phosphate run-off leads to eutrophication in lakes and water bodies.

What are the measures for control of noise pollution?

Ambient standards in respect of noise for different categories of areas (residential, commercial, industrial) and silence zones have been notified under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Noise limits have been prescribed for automobiles, domestic appliances and construction equipment at the manufacturing stage. Standards have been evolved and notified for the gen sets, fire crackers and coal mines. Regulatory agencies have been directed to enforce the standards for control and regulate noise pollution.

What are the steps taken to control vehicular pollution?

The following steps are taken:

Establishment of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring throughout India

Notification of Ambient Air Quality Standards under Environment (Protection) Act.

Notification of vehicular emission norms for year 1990-91,1996, 1998, 2000, 2001

Improving fuel quality by phasing out lead from gasoline, reducing diesel sulphur, reducing gasoline benzene, and etc

Introduction of alternate fuelled vehicles like CNG/LPG.

Improvement of public transport system.

Phasing out of grossly polluting commercial vehicles.

Public awareness & campaigns.

What is the impact of the steps to Ambient Air Quality?

Impacts of the steps taken in Delhi: All regulatory pollutants show a decreasing trend in concentrations in Delhi. CO decreased to 3069 ug/m3 in 2000-2001 from 5450 ug/m3 in 1998. NO2 decreased from 75 ug/m3 in 1996 to 59 ug/m3 in 2000. Lead which is harmful especially for children, decreased remarkably due to phasing out of lead from gasoline. Another critical pollutant RSPM also shows a decreasing trend in Delhi.

What steps have been taken to control noise pollution due to fire crackers?

The Govt. of India has enacted noise standards for fire-crackers vide G.S.R.682(E), dated 5th October, 1999, in an effort to control noise pollution due to fire crackers Recently in March 2001, Central Pollution Control Board in association with National Physical Laboratory (NPL), Delhi initiated a study on measurement of noise levels of fire-crackers available in the market. The study indicates that 95% of the fire-crackers samples exceed the prescribed noise limits. Consequently, CPCB issued notice under Section 5, of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 to the Department of Explosives, Nagpur, to take immediate steps to control manufacturing of fire-crackers exceeding the prescribed limits. All the State Pollution Control Boards/Committees were also requested to initiate steps to control sale of fire-crackers exceeding the notified limits, in consultation with their respective local administrations.

What steps have been taken to control noise pollution due to loud-speakers?

The Govt. of India has enacted Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 vide S.O.123(E), dated 14th February, 2000. The Rule deals with provisions to control noise pollution due to loud-speakers and public address system, as given below :

Restriction on the use of loud speakers/utility address system :

A loud speaker or a public address system shall not be used except after obtaining written permission from the authority.

A loud speaker or a public address system shall not be used at night (between 10.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.) except in closed premises for communication within e.g. auditoria, conference rooms, community halls and banquet halls.

What steps have been taken to control noise pollution from generator sets?

The Central Pollution Control Board, in association with the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, had developed systems for control of noise pollution from diesel generator sets as well as from petrol/kerosene generator sets. Based on this, the noise standards for diesel and petrol/kerosene generator sets have been developed and notified

What steps have been taken to control noise pollution in the country?

Ambient noise standards were notified in 1989, which formed the basis for State Pollution Control Boards to initiate action against violating sources.

The vehicular noise standards, notified in 1990, are being implemented by Ministry of Science and Technology, to reduce traffic noise. These standards have been made more stringent vide a notification in September 2000 and will be effective from January, 2003.

Noise standards for diesel genset were prescribed in Dec. 1998. Govt. has been pursuing with State Pollution Control Boards, generator manufacturing and major users, for implementation of these standards. Presently these standards are being revised (the MoEF is in the process of issuing notification) making it mandatory for all generator manufacturers to provide acoustic enclosure at the manufacturing stage itself. This will have a major impact on noise from DG sets.

Noise standards for fire-crackers were developed in October, 1999. Central Pollution Control Board had carried out a compliance testing of the fire crackers available in the market and also taken up with the Department of Explosives for compliance with these standards.

Noise standards for petrol and kerosene generator sets were notified in September, 2000, and will be effective from September, 2002. The sale of these gensets will be prohibited if not certified by the testing agencies, identified for the purpose.

The Noise Rules, 2000, regulates noise due to Public Address System/ Loud speakers and also prescribed procedures for noise complaint handling.

What are the laws enforced by of the Pollution Control Boards ?

The Central and State Pollution Control Boards were set up for enforcement of the Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. Over the years, the Boards have been assigned additional responsibilities which include the following :

Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977.

Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and Rules made thereunder

Hazardous Waste (Management & Handling) Rules1989.

Manufacture, storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1989

Bio-medical Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 1998

Municipal Solid Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2000.

Plastics wastes Rules, 1999 o Coastal Regulation Zone Rules, 1991

Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991

What are the specific functions of the Pollution Control Boards?

Functions of Central Pollution Control Board :

Advise the Central Government on matters relating to pollution;

Coordinate the activities of the State Boards;

Provide Technical assistance to the State Boards, carry out and sponsor investigations and research relating to control of pollution;

Plan and organize training of personnel;

Collect, compile and publish technical and statistical data, prepare manuals and code of conduct.

To lay down standards;

To plan nation wide programme for pollution control.

Functions of the State Pollution Control Boards:

To advise the State Government on matter relating to pollution and on siting of industries

To plan programme for pollution control;

To collect and disseminate information;

To carry our inspection;

To lay down effluent and emission standards;

To issue consent to industries and other activities for compliance of prescribed emission and effluent standards,

What are the 17 Categories of the major polluting industries?

Aluminium Smelter

Caustic Soda

Cement

Copper Smelter

Distilleries

Dyes & Dye Intermediates

Fertiliser

Integrated Iron & Steel

Tanneries

Pesticides

Petrochemicals

Drugs & Pharmaceuticals

Pulp & Paper

Oil Refineries

Sugar

Thermal Power Plants

Zinc Smelter

What actions have been taken on the 17 categories of the industries which have come into operation after 1991 i.e. the Post-91 industries ?

The inventorization of the Post-91 large and medium industries of 17 categories have been completed. A total of 587 such industries have been identified and out of these, 561 units are presently operating. Although, it was mandatory for these units to have been allowed only if they had the requisite pollution control facilities, there latest compliance status is being verified.

What are the details of the programme on pollution control in the Problem Areas?

A programme for pollution control through concerted efforts in polluted areas was started in 1989. The programme involves identification of the polluted areas, intensive surveys of these areas for identification of polluting sources, preparation of action plans for control of these polluting sources, and implementation of the action points by the concerned responsible agencies/industries.

Number of Problem areas identified so far and what is their status in respect of the control of pollution from the industries existing in these areas?

24 Problem Areas have been identified for priority action in the country. Out of these 24 areas, the action plans have been implemented in respect of 16 namely, Bhadravati, Chembur, Digboi, Gobindgarh, Greater-Cochin, Kala-Amb, Manali, Nagda-Ratlam, North-Arcot, Pali, Parwanoo, Patancheru-Bollaram, Talcher, Vapi, Vishakhapatnam and Ankleshwar, and are under implementation in the remaining 8, namely Dhanbad, Durgapur, Howrah, Jodhpur, Korba, Najafgarh Drain Basin Delhi, Singrauli, and Tarapur

There are total of 152 large and medium polluting industries located in these areas, out of which 17 are closed and all the remaining 134 industries have provided the requisite pollution control facilities.

What are the industrial pollution programmes existing which are based on the concept of sustainable development?

The industrial pollution control programmes which incorporate the concept of sustainable development are :

Environmental auditing and submission of the annual environmental statements by the industries

Conducting of EIA studies before establishment of new polluting industries

Change over to clean technologies for example mercury cell to membrane cells in chloralkali plants.

Zoning Atlas of Siting Industries; and

Eco-labeling of environment-friendly products

What are the incentives to the industries for pollution control ?

The steps taken by the various categories of the industries for reduction in the generation of the pollutants are as follows:

Commissioning of the stand-by power supply systems by chlor-alkali plants reduce mercury emission due to power failures

Introduction of blending system for coal homogenisation in cement plants to ensure stable operation of the ESPs

Conversion of single hood to the double hood system in copper smelters to reduce the fugitive emissions

Biomethanation of the effluents in distillerie

Solar evaporation ponds in small-scale water polluting units not having CETPs in the proximity

Conversion of the open hearth furnaces (OHF) to the basic oxygen furnaces (BOF) and introduction of the dry system (instead of wet) for the quenching of the hot coke in iron & steel plants

Commissioning of chemical recovery plants (CRPs) by pulp & paper industries; and

Change over the DCDA production method by sulphuric acid

What are the projects taken up for strengthening of Pollution Control Boards with World Bank assistance?

With the assistance of the World Bank, following three environmental projects have been undertaken to strengthen monitoring and enforcement capability of selected Pollution Control Boards/ Committees and to perform specific studies to prevent environmental degradation.

Industrial Pollution Project (IPC)- Signed in 1991 and completed in 1999;

Industrial Pollution Prevention Project (IPP)- Signed in 1994 and its implementation is in progress;

Environmental Management Capacity Building Technical Assistance Project (EMCBTA)- Signed in 1997 and its implementation is in progress

Names of the State Pollution Control Boards/ Committees covered under the projects for strengthening.

Besides Central Pollution Control Board and its zonal offices, following 22 State Pollution Control Boards/ Pollution Control Committees have been covered under the projects. These are

Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharahstra, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Orissa, Pondicherry, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.s

Whether SPCBs and PCCs are getting adequate financial support from State Governments and what is the financial status?

SPCBs are getting only marginal/ nominal financial assistance from State Governments. In some of the State Pollution Control Boards, State Governments are not providing budgetary grants. State Pollution Control Boards are dependent on consent and authorization fee and cess reimbursements which they get out of cess collections.

Whether Ministry provides financial assistance to State Pollution Control Boards?

Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) provides financial assistance to State pollution Control Boards on specific projects relating to prevention and control of pollution. Ministry provides financial assistance on following programmes:

Specific projects for abatement of pollution

Hazardous waste management

Management of municipal solid waste

Strengthening of Pollution Control Boards (for laboratory upgrdation)

Whether State Pollution Control Boards/ Pollution Control Committees are following uniform rules/ procedures for implementation of pollution control rules?

State Pollution Control Boards have framed rules as per approval of State Governments. More or less, procedure and rules followed by State Pollution Control Boards are similar

What are the laws enforced by of the Pollution Control Boards ?

Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977.

Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and Rules made thereunder

Hazardous Waste (Management & Handling) Rules1989.

Manufacture, storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1989

Bio-medical Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 1998

Municipal Solid Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2000.

Plastics wastes Rules, 1999 o Coastal Regulation Zone Rules, 1991

Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991

What are the sources of fund for the Central and State Pollution Control Boards?

The Central Pollution Control Board is fully funded by the Central Ministry of Environment & Forests. The State Pollution Control Boards receive funds from the concerned State Governments and from the Central Ministry of Environment & Forests through reimbursement of Water Cess (upto 80%) collected by the respective State Boards. In addition, the State Boards receive fees for processing for applications from the industries for issuing consent in regard to discharge of effluent and emissions.

What are the programmes taken up for Industrial Pollution Control ?

The programmes covering direct control of effluents/ emissions, and hazardous wastes from the industries taken up are as follows:

Industrial Pollution Control along the river Ganga,

Pollution Control in 17 Categories of major polluting industries,

Industrial pollution control along the rivers and lakes,

Pollution Control in Problem Areas, and

Surprise inspection of polluting industries

What are the 17 Categories of the major polluting industries?

Aluminium Smelter

Caustic Soda

Cement

Copper Smelter

Distilleries

Dyes & Dye Intermediates

Fertiliser

Integrated Iron & Steel

Tanneries

Pesticides

Petrochemicals

Drugs & Pharmaceuticals

Pulp & Paper

Oil Refineries

Sugar

Thermal Power Plants

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What actions have been taken on the 17 categories of the industries which have come into operation after 1991 i.e. the Post-91 industries ?

What are the details of the programme on pollution control in the Problem Areas?

Number of Problem areas identified so far and what is their status in respect of the control of pollution from the industries existing in these areas?

What are the industrial pollution programmes existing which are based on the concept of sustainable development?

The industrial pollution control programmes which incorporate the concept of sustainable development are :

Environmental auditing and submission of the annu

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To raise awareness about single-use plastics

To raise awareness about single-use plastics in Gokulam, Kakinada, focus on the environmental impact, promote reusable alternatives, and encourage community participation through events and educational campaigns.

Here's a more detailed breakdown of awareness tips:

1. Highlight the Environmental Impact:

Plastic Pollution:

Emphasize the devastating effects of plastic pollution on marine life, ecosystems, and human health.

Microplastics:

Explain the dangers of microplastics entering the food chain and the potential health risks.

Landfill Issues:

Show how plastic waste takes hundreds of years to decompose and pollutes landfills.

Statistics:

Share alarming statistics about plastic production and waste generation to create urgency.

2. Promote Reusable Alternatives:

Reusable Bags: Encourage the use of reusable shopping bags, grocery bags, and tote bags.

Reusable Containers: Promote the use of reusable food containers, water bottles, and coffee cups.

Bulk Buying: Encourage buying in bulk to reduce packaging waste.

Refill Shops: Highlight the benefits of using refill shops and reducing plastic packaging.

Composting: Promote composting as a way to reduce food waste and plastic packaging.

3. Community Engagement:

Educational Campaigns:

Organize workshops, presentations, and social media campaigns to educate the public about the issue.

Community Cleanups:

Organize beach cleanups, park cleanups, and other community events to raise awareness and encourage action.

Plastic Free Events:

Encourage local businesses and organizations to host plastic-free events.

School Programs:

Implement educational programs in schools to teach children about plastic pollution and how to reduce their plastic consumption.

Local Initiatives:

Support local initiatives that promote plastic reduction and recycling.

Plastic Free July:

Participate in the global Plastic Free July movement to reduce plastic consumption during the month of July.

Plogging:

Promote plogging, a Swedish trend that involves picking up litter while jogging, as a fun way to tackle plastic pollution.

Support Local Businesses:

Encourage people to support local businesses that prioritize sustainability and reduce plastic waste

Switching to greener alternatives for Single-Use Plastics (SUPs) offers numerous benefits

Switching to greener alternatives for Single-Use Plastics (SUPs) offers numerous benefits, including reduced waste, a smaller carbon footprint, and the promotion of innovation and sustainable practices.

Here's a more detailed look at the advantages:

Reduced Waste:

By opting for reusable or biodegradable alternatives, we can significantly decrease the amount of plastic waste that ends up in landfills and the environment.

Lower Carbon Footprint:

Greener alternatives often require less energy and resources to produce, leading to a lower carbon footprint compared to traditional single-use plastics.

Encourages Innovation:

The demand for sustainable alternatives drives innovation in the development of eco-friendly materials and packaging solutions.

Increased Awareness:

Shifting to greener alternatives raises awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, prompting individuals and businesses to adopt more sustainable practices.

Reduced Paper Consumption:

In some cases, greener alternatives can also lead to reduced paper consumption, contributing to the conservation of trees and natural resources.

Increased Recycling:

Focusing on recyclable or compostable materials can improve recycling rates and reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills.

Healthier Environment:

By reducing plastic pollution, we can protect our ecosystems and safeguard the health of both humans and wildlife.

Cost Savings:

In some cases, greener alternatives can be more cost-effective in the long run, as they require less maintenance and disposal costs.

Enhanced Efficiency:

Sustainable practices can lead to more efficient resource management and operations, saving time and money.

Impact of single use plastics

Single-use plastics pose significant environmental, health, and economic problems, including pollution, harm to wildlife, climate change, and potential health risks from microplastics and toxic chemicals.

Here's a more detailed look at the negative impacts of single-use plastics:

Environmental Impacts:

Pollution:

Single-use plastics are a major source of pollution, ending up in landfills, oceans, and waterways, where they can take hundreds of years to decompose.

Marine Life:

Plastic debris can harm marine life through entanglement, ingestion, and habitat destruction.

Microplastics:

As larger plastic items break down, they release microplastics, which can contaminate water, soil, and food sources, potentially entering the food chain.

Climate Change:

The production and incineration of plastics release greenhouse gases, contributing to global warming and climate change.

Land Pollution:

Improper disposal of single-use plastics leads to litter and pollution of land and natural environments.

Coral Reefs:

Single-use plastics negatively impact coral reef health, increasing stress on the aquatic reef ecosystem, and increasing coral bleaching and die off risk.

Air Pollution:

Incinerating plastic releases toxic fumes, contributing to air pollution.

Health Impacts:

Microplastics in the Food Chain:

Microplastics can enter the food chain and potentially harm human health.

Toxic Chemicals:

Plastics contain toxic chemicals that can leach into food and water, posing health risks.

Endocrine Disruption:

Some chemicals found in plastics are endocrine disruptors, which can cause hormonal imbalances and other health problems.

Lung Health:

Microplastics have been found in lung specimens and may contribute to lung problems.

Economic Impacts:

Cleanup Costs:

Cleaning up plastic pollution and dealing with its consequences can be costly for communities and governments.

Restrictions on Plastic Usage:

Restrictions on single-use plastics can impact the market and industries involved in plastic production and packaging.

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