In this assessment, there is a reduction in Batu Ampar POM's supply base by two estates (Sungai Panci Estate and Sungai Panci Plasma) compared to the ASA-1.2 assessment, where the two estates have become supply bases for Sungai Kupang POM, PT Sinar Kencana Inti Perkasa. There is an area of 775.60 ha that is not included in the scope of certification due to mining activities by the local mining company since Estate started oil palm plantation.
PT MUTUAGUNG LESTARI
Time Bound Plan
Perdana Mill and its supply bases have been postponed until 2023 as they are still pending before HGU. Kuayan Mill and supply bases have been postponed until 2023 as work for HGU is still pending.
Assessment Methodology, Assessment Process and Locations of Assessment .1 Figure of person days to implement assessment
- Assessment Process ASA-1.3 +
- Locations of Assessment ASA-1.3 +
- Summary of stakeholder consultation process
- Stakeholder contacted Please find appendix 1
Observation related to handling of agrochemical materials and waste, MSDS, emergency facilities and the types of fertilizers used. Observations and interviews with officers in connection with material handling, work procedures, working environment, pay and environmental management.
Determining Next Assessment
Public consultation with NGOs (by email) such as WALHI, WWF, AMAN and Sawit Watch on 15 July 2022 Numerous inputs from stakeholders were clarified by PT Tapian Nadenggan.
Summary of Assessment Report of the RSPO Certification
- and 3.8.11
- and 3.8.14
Based on the results of interviews with the Sungai Kupang Jaya Farmers Group Association and CV Bamega, it is known that the company has collected the coordinates of the plantations of its member farmers. Based on the assessment of the document, it is known that the progress of the work is 100%. Based on the results of interviews with management, it is known that there has been no change in the procedures applicable within the company.
A description of the product supply chain model (Mass Balance) - Date on which the documents were issued (July 7, 2022);. Submit orally or in writing to the company contact person or through the union. Based on a review of documents from the employee complaint log period from 2021 to 2022, it is understood that the complaints received by the company are related to the facilities.
The unit of certification contributes to local sustainable development as agreed by local communities
- and 4.8.4
Based on the results of interviews with stakeholders (Batu Ampar Village and Langadai Village), it was informed that the company. The FFB price given to independent small owners and agents is based on the price set by the company. Based on the results of interviews with representatives of Gajah Mada Cooperative, it is known that the FFB price set by the company is based on the price of the plantation office of Kalimantan Selatan province.
So far there have been no complaints about the FFB price fixed by the Company. The company can show the cooperation agreement between PT Tapian Nadenggan and PT Sinar Kencana Inti Perkasa, namely:. Based on interviews with the management of the Gajah Mada Cooperative, it is known that all complaints from farmers will be submitted to the company.
The unit of certification supports improved livelihoods of smallholders and their inclusion in sustainable palm oil value chains
Based on field observations, interviews with management and employees, it is known that there was no discrimination in pregnancy tests conducted by the company. Based on the interviews with union representatives in each unit, it explained that the company had granted freedom of association and unions have been formed. Based on the interviews with union members' representatives, it is known that there was no force or pressure to be a member of the union.
Based on the interviews with the union representatives, there was no interference in the selection or operational activities of the union. Based on the interview with employees, it is known that union membership was not mandatory. Based on the interviews with employees, it is known that employees already have sufficient insight into the complaints mechanism.
No forms of forced or trafficked labour are used
In addition, based on the results of field visits, it is known that the company has supplemented first aid kits for field workers with a first aid bag brought by the foreman. Based on the results of field observation in block G35 BMLE, it is known that employees have used personal protective equipment according to company standards. Based on the results of a review of the pesticide use list document, for example in 2021, it is known that the company has selectively used pesticides to target pests, weeds or diseases.
Based on the results of field observations at BAME and BMLE, it is known that the beneficial plant is well maintained and planted along the Road. Thus, it can be concluded that there is no use of pesticides for prophylactic purposes in the company. Based on the results of interviews with management representatives, it is known that the company does not apply pesticides from the air.
Waste is reduced, recycled, reused and disposed of in ways that are environmentally and socially responsible manner
The company has a policy that prohibits pregnant and breastfeeding staff from working with chemical materials. It is proven by the results of field visits during audit activities that the company used shells and fiber for boiler fuel, while EFB is reused for plantation soil. This is proven by the results of field visits to the RIWZIs, POME is known to be first in the RIWZIs before it is distributed to LA, except that there are no indications of environmental pollution by the company.
From the results of field visits in residential areas, it is known that hazardous and toxic wastes are not used as water tanks. The results of the interviews with company representatives revealed that the company has a policy that prohibits the destruction of household waste by burning, and the policy has been socialized to employees in housing and also has a warning board that prohibits the burning of household waste. Based on this evidence, there is still the management of incineration household waste, which is not in accordance with the procedures that have been owned by the company.
Practices maintain soil fertility at, or where possible improve soil fertility to, a level that ensures optimal and sustained yield
However, based on the results of field observations in the residential area of Batu Ampar Mills, it is known that there are 6 points of household waste burning. Based on the results of the document review, for example in 2021, it is known that the fertilizers recommended and used in 2021 include Urea, NPK, Kieserite, RP, TSP, MOP, Borat, Kaptan and Dolomite, the fertilizers used and used, is in accordance with recommendation (performance 100%). The company can present fertilizer documentation, for example the total consumption of BMLE fertilizer per December 2021 924.15 Tons with a production of 4,369.84 Tons, so that the realization of fertilizer use is 0.212 Ton/Ton FFB.
Based on the study of the map document, it is known that the soil types include: aquic hapludults, typical hapludults, sulfic endoaquepts and typical sulfaquepts with slopes of 0 – 16% (BMLE) and 0 – 40% (BAME) with land suitability S2 (Sufficient appropriate), S3 (Marginally appropriate) and N (Not appropriate). Based on the results of field visits in replanting areas, for example Block H13 for planting year 2021, BAME found no replanting of land with steep slopes. The results of the investigation into the area declaration document showed that the company has not carried out any new planting activities and has only carried out replanting activities.
Soil surveys and topographic information are used for site planning in the establishment of new plantings, and the results are incorporated into plans and operations
This is evident from the results of field observations in the area of Setangga River border in Batu Ampar Estate, it is known that the river border is protected by the company. The company already has a technical recommendation letter for the extension of the permit for the utilization of liquid waste based on the decree of Kotabaru Regent No. The company has the opportunity to ensure that the process of issuing technical approvals for the use of sewage on land and SLO from the Kotabaru District Environmental Service is positive.
Based on the results of document verification, it is known that the use of water for the treatment process is still in accordance with the water budget established by the Company. The company already has a surface water utilization permit based on the Surface Water Utilization Permit (SIPA) No. The company has Energy Efficiency Documents for the period July 2021 – June 2022 for the use of fossil fuels or the use of renewable fuels.
KER 4.89
The plan to increase the efficiency of the use of fossil fuels and optimize the use of renewable energy in the company is to use shells and fiber as boiler fuel used to generate turbines to generate electricity. Plans to reduce pollution and emissions, including greenhouse gases (GHG), are developed, implemented and monitored, and new developments are designed to minimize greenhouse gas emissions. The company has also performed greenhouse gas emission calculations for the period 2020 (January-December) using Calculator Palm GHG version 4.0.
Accurate data was entered into the RSPO PalmGHG Calculator (Palm GHG version 4.0) and verified. Summary of net GHG emissions from PalmGHG calculator of the audit report which calculation option is applied "Apply full version". The company also performed GHG emission calculations for period 2021 (January-December) using Calculator Palm GHG version 4.0.
KER 5.01
- and 7.12.8
- Evidence of permission or approval certificate and logo from Certification Body which
- Implementation of certificate and logo used by Client comply with size and type (shape)
- Implementation of Certificate and Logo is not used on product X or√
- Un-Certified Units or Holdings
- Identification of Findings, Corrective Action, Observations, Opportunity for Improvement and Noteworthy Positive Components
- CERTIFIED ORGANISATION'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF INTERNAL RESPONSIBILITY
Based on the results of the identification in 2011, there were 393.47 hectares of HCV in the company's territory. Based on the results of the identification in 2011, there are HCV areas in the company's area of 255.20 Ha. The company identified the High Conservation Value Area of the Batu Mulia Estate unit in 2011.
In 2016, the company oversaw the community's massive intervention in the nature reserve. ASA-1.4 The mill does not use the RSPO trademark on its product (on-product) and non-product (off-product). 5 7.12.4 The company has identified the High Conservation Value area in the Batu Mulia Estate unit in 2011. On the results of the identification, there is an HCV 1.1 area in the form of a buffer area in a nature reserve, covering an area of approx. 172.48 Ha.
In 2016, the company oversaw the community's massive intervention in the nature reserve. The content of the environmental management and monitoring report carried out by the company is in accordance with KepmenLH No.