Construction of the Main Onshore Pipeline

During construction, we will take all precautions to keep everyone safe. This includes complying with all UK Government legislation for CCS projects, infrastructure and operation. These are set out and regulated by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA).

There will be barriers around our temporary work areas and appropriate security in place.

As one of the conditions of the lease over landowners’ land, an easement around the Pipeline will be in place once it is installed. This is to prevent any development which could pose a safety risk to the Pipeline. Farm tracks and vehicles, however, will be able to safely cross over the Pipeline.

Once the work is complete, we will return the land as closely as possible to its original condition. We will replant or replace hedges or fences after construction where possible. The construction is supported by an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and Construction Traffic Management Plan (CTMP).

• EMP – sets out the overarching management measures that seek to avoid and/or reduce potential environmental impacts during construction, as well as during operation and decommissioning stages.
• CTMP – sets out the measures to ensure any movement of plant or equipment is conducted in a safe and efficient manner, while minimising disruption to local communities. It will be continually monitored, reviewed and improved throughout the construction stage to ensure measures are being adhered to and that they remain appropriate throughout the construction stage.

Construction timeline and working hours

An indicative timeline for works is set out as:

Working hours

Work and deliveries will only take place within core working hours which are:

• 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday
• 8am to 1pm on Saturday

Operations outside these working hours will be agreed with the appropriate Local Authority in advance.

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