Air Quality Dust Management Plan

What is an Air Quality Dust Management Plan?

An Air Quality Dust Management Plan (AQDMP) is a vital document designed to address dust and air pollutant emissions during construction. It’s crucial for mitigating the adverse effects of dust, PM10, PM2.5, NO_X, NO₂, and other pollutants from demolition, earthworks, construction, associated traffic, and Non-Road Mobile Machinery (NRMM).

Key Components of a Comprehensive AQDMP:

• Identify Dust Emission Magnitude: Assess emissions from each phase of construction, including demolition, earthworks, construction, and trackout. Our experts identify dusty processes, such as concrete batching and piling, and then determine the overall magnitude of emissions from that phase (small, medium, or large).
• Assess Area Sensitivity: Describe the construction site and identify nearby sensitive areas to determine the site’s sensitivity to dust emissions. This includes evaluating nearby residential dwellings, schools, nurseries, and hospitals, which contain the most sensitive members of society. Risk levels (low, medium, or high) are assigned based on the evaluation of these sensitive areas.
• Risk Assessment: Combine phase specific emission magnitude with the area sensitivity to identify potential risks, establishing a phase-specific risk profile. Risks are categorized as low, medium, or high, based on the combined assessment of emission magnitude and area sensitivity.
• Recommend Control Measures: Propose measures aligned with Greater London Authority and IAQM guidelines, including NRMM policy for controlling emissions from construction machinery. Highly recommended measures from GLA and IAQM are generally recommended based on the identified risk profile.
• Management and Monitoring: Develop procedures for managing and monitoring air quality and dust emissions throughout the construction lifecycle. This section details site management procedures and outlines dust monitoring protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and environmental responsibility.

Why are AQDMP requried?

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures compliance with regulations such as The Environmental Protection Act 1990, demonstrating commitment to environmental responsibility.
• Environmental Stewardship: Promotes sustainable construction practices and protects public health and ecosystems from construction-related pollutants.
• Support for CMPs and CEMPs: A comprehensive Dust Management Plan or AQDMP provides essential support for wider Construction Management Plans (CMPs) and Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), ensuring holistic environmental stewardship throughout the construction process.
• Discharge Planning Conditions: A comprehensive AQDMP may be required to discharge planning conditions set by local authorities or regulatory bodies. These conditions often require the submission of a detailed dust management plan to mitigate potential environmental impacts and ensure compliance with planning regulations.

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For expert assistance in developing a comprehensive Air Quality Dust Management Plan, including measures for NRMM and all phases of construction, contact Greenavon Ltd today.