ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY FOR PROPOSED EXTENSION OF SLIPWAY FOR OUTWARD BOUND SINGAPORE AT CAMP 2, PULAU UBIN
This Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report constitutes the EIA of Outward Bound Singapore's (OBS) proposed extension of slipway at Camp 2, Pulau Ubin. The refurbished slipway is to accommodate larger sea crafts, and to address current towing and docking challenges at Camp 2.
The EIA report documents the methodology of marine construction works for the proposed development, and provides an assessment of the potential environmental impacts on the sensitive receptors within the impact zone, prior to the commencement of marine construction works. As part of this environmental study, baseline field survey data were collected, alongside hydrodynamic and sediment plume impact modelling simulations The findings and potential impact assessments were presented in the report. This EIA also presents the proposed suitable measures for the mitigation, monitoring and management options for the proposed development.
During the Form A / B process, technical agencies including URA, MND, NParks, MPA, SFA and NEA were consulted. The EIA was carried out between July 2022 (baseline survey) and September 2023 (decision letter from URA). Friends of Ubin Network (FUN) was engaged as part of the stakeholder engagement on 12 July 2023.
The objectives of the EIA are summarized as follows:
Several EMMP monitoring approaches are proposed including:
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OUTWARD BOUND SINGAPORE IS ISO 45001 and BIZSAFE CERTIFIED!
On November 13, 2023, Outward Bound Singapore (OBS) was accredited with both the ISO 45001 and bizSafe Level Star certifications.
ISO 45001 is the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, granted to organizations showcasing a commitment to prioritising the health and safety of its employees and stakeholders. The bizSafe Star Level acknowledges organisations in Singapore for their dedicated adherence to workplace safety and health and aligning with Singapore's WSH regulations.
Attaining these accreditations demonstrates OBS’ commitment to safety, complying with, and benchmarking against relevant local and international standards as part of our service delivery to provide high-quality outdoor experiences for our participants.
KEEPING SAFE WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE HIGHER THAN NORMAL
a) Supervision
Activities in OBS are closely supervised by OBS instructors with Wilderness Medical First Responder Training. Instructors keep a constant look-out for the health and well-being of their course participants and closely monitors them for signs of heat injuries.
b) Hydration
Participants are required to have 2 to 4 litres of water daily, depending on the nature of activities for the day. Instructors also consistently emphasise the importance of staying hydrated, adding on more frequent reminders when temperatures become higher than normal. Resupply of fresh drinking water is readily available throughout the course even when outdoors.
c) Cooling Measures
Intentional “cooling measures” such as taking heat-breaks under the shade during a land expedition or reminders to splash themselves with water when out at sea are just some activities course participants actively carry out during the programme.
d) Extreme Weather Measures
OBS constantly monitors the environment weather forecast and adjusts programme activities; calibrating them to prevailing weather conditions.
