WESSA Sishen Report for Anglo American

WESSA INVASIVE ALIEN PLANT PROGRAMME METHEDOLOGIES

IAP Control Methods : Control methods will be best practice control methods, and aligned to the Department of Environmental Affairs - Working for Water standard operating procedures. Mechanical control methods are used predominantly. When chemical control methods are utilized, it is important to note that WESSA does not make use of any herbicide which requires the use of diesel. WESSA only makes use of spray bottles 2L and smaller for spot spraying of herbicide. Knapsacks will only be used in exceptional circumstances. All herbicide usage will be compliant in terms of Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Seeds and Remedies Act 36 of 1947 , and guidelines set by Department of Environmental Affairs.

A full operational / implementation plan can only be developed once WESSA has access to identified site management plans, IAP site audit information and site access.