Dust
We use a range of measures to minimise dust from construction activities. This includes:
- placing dust monitors in and around the construction site
- staging works to minimise exposed areas
- using water carts to wet down work areas.
Lighting
Where possible, we direct lighting away from residences and monitor noise from generators.
Noise
We track noise levels to make sure they are within the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) noise control guidelines. We also limit out-of-hours works as much as possible.
Vegetation removal
Where we cannot keep native vegetation, relevant authorities allow us to offset it in an approved location. Before removal, vegetation is inspected for the presence of wildlife, and qualified handlers safely rehome wildlife if needed.