OBEN GAS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

Chapter Four Associated and Potential Environmental I
The need for vehicles during demobilization would put pressure on available means of
land transportation The impact was described as negative, direct, short term, local and
reversible and was rated major.
• Opportunities for contracting
The supply of food and materials/tools and hiring of trucks etc for transportation of various
items and personnel during demobilization would provide opportunities for contracting and
increased income generation. The impact was positive, direct, short term, widespread and
reversible
• Nuisance (noise, vibrations, dust and emissions)
The use of heavy machinery for the transportation (of goods, materials and personnel) and
demolition activities during decommissioning could generate nuisance in form of noise,
dust, emissions, vibrations and other noxious substances, which might impair air quality,
health, safety and security. Nuisance of this nature could also lead to third party agitation
and impinge on company reputation. This impact was described as negative, direct, short
term, widespread and reversible. It was rated moderate.
• Pressure on available water, food and infrastructure
The increase in population that could occur as a result of the workers needed for
demolition activities could put pressure on available food, water, housing, healthcare and
other social facilities. The impact was described as negative, direct, short term, local and
reversible and was rated as moderate.
• Increased accidents/injuries
During dismantling of structures, the potential for accidents resulting in injuries could be
high. The resultant effect would increase pressure on healthcare facilities. The impact was
described as negative, direct, short term, local and reversible and was rated as moderate.
• Decreased access to electricity and communication facilities
The host communities who were deriving some benefits from electricity and
communication facilities may be deprived of them. The impact was described as direct,
negative, short term, local, reversible and rated moderate.
• Contamination of surface water, soil, vegetation and disturbance of terrestrial
life
The wastes generated from dismantling/demolition activities could consist of domestic,
industrial, and possibly hazardous substances and materials, which would require proper
management. The wastes would be sorted at source and sent for reuse or recycling.
Improper handling could result in the contamination of surface water (household water),
soil and vegetation. If the contaminants are hazardous substances and materials, they
could be toxic to plants, animals and man. The impact was described as negative, direct,
short/long term, local and reversible. It was rated moderate.
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