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College of Engineering and Technology
Chemical Engineering Department

Health and Safety Measures


Safety Verification
Yearly, JGCI Chemical Corporation received a visit from Occupational Safety
and Health Centre under the Department of Labor and Employment to perform a
safety check. During a safety Check, the experts explain the meaning of the safety
check and the agenda of the day. Annual visit is organized to each section of the
plant, involving safety representatives, heads of sections and security chiefs to
check the facilities, the adequacy of existing security rules, situations or parts of the
installation that are subject to accidents and any other potentially dangerous
situations.

Safety and Training

Foremen and Assistant Foremen are required to be trained in Accident


Investigation Procedures by the Safety Director.

All employees who work with, or are exposed to, hazardous chemicals are to
be trained in Hazard Communication, in accordance with Philippine regulation

Machine operators and maintenance personnel are to be trained in


Lockout/Tagout procedures. Individual locks/keys will be assigned to those
individuals participating in the LOTO program.

All employees who use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be trained in
the proper use of such equipment

First-aid training will be conducted by Philippine Red Cross

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Personal Protective Equipment


Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should provide adequate protection
against the risk from the hazardous chemicals to which the wearer is exposed, for
the duration of the exposure, taking into account the type of work being carried out.
Employee that will use PPE should be trained on how to use it effectively and how to
keep it in good condition. JGCI Chemical Corporation provided and maintained all
personal protective equipment that is necessary to protect our employees from
workplace hazards that can cause them injury.
1. Eye and Face Protection
In our company employees can be exposed to a number of hazards that can put
their eyes and face in danger. OSHA requires employers to ensure that employees
have appropriate eye or face protection if they are exposed to eye or face hazards
from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids,
chemical gases or vapors, potentially infected material or potentially harmful light
radiation. Our company makes sure that our employees wear appropriate eye and
face protection and that the selected form of protection is appropriate to the work
being performed.

Figure_ : image of eye and face protection

According to OSHA, in selecting the most suitable eye and face protection for
employees should take into consideration the following elements:

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Ability to protect against specific workplace hazards.

Should fit properly and be reasonably comfortable to wear.

Should provide unrestricted vision and movement.

Should be durable and cleanable.

Should allow unrestricted functioning of any other required PPE

Common types of eye and face protection

SAFETY SPECTACLES. These protective eyeglasses have safety frames


constructed of metal or plastic and impact-resistant lenses. Side shields are
available on some models.

GOGGLES. These are tight-fitting eye protection that completely cover the
eyes, eye sockets and the facial area immediately surrounding the eyes and
provide protection from impact, dust and splashes. Some goggles will fit over
corrective lenses.

FACE SHIELDS. These transparent sheets of plastic extend from the eyebrows
to below the chin and across the entire width of the employee's head. Some
are polarized for glare protection. Face shields protect against nuisance dusts
and potential splashes or sprays of hazardous liquids but will not provide
adequate

protection

against

impact

hazards.

Face

shields

used

in

combination with goggles or safety spectacles will provide additional


protection against impact hazards.

LASER SAFETY GOGGLES. These specialty goggles protect against intense


concentrations of light produced by lasers.

WELDING SHIELDS. Constructed of vulcanized fiber or fiberglass and fitted


with a filtered lens, welding shields protect eyes from burns caused by
infrared or intense radiant light; they also protect both the eyes and face

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from flying sparks, metal spatter and slag chips produced during
welding, brazing, soldering and cutting operations
2. Head Protection
JGCI

Chemical

Corporation

ensures

that

each

affected

employee wears a protective helmet when working in areas


where there is a potential for injury to the head from falling
objects. Protecting employees from potential head injuries is a
key element of any safety program. A head injury can impair
an employee for life or it can be fatal. Hard hats can protect employees from impact
and penetration hazards as well as from electrical shock and burn hazards.
JGCI Chemical Corporation ensures that its employees wear head protection if any of
the following apply:

Objects might fall from above and strike them on the head

They might bump their heads against fixed objects, such as exposed pipes or
beams

There is a possibility of accidental head contact with electrical hazards

Types of hard hats

Class A hard hats provide impact and penetration resistance along with
limited voltage protection (up to 2,200 volts).

Class B hard hats provide the highest level of protection against electrical
hazards, with high-voltage shock and burn protection (up to 20,000 volts).
They also provide protection from impact and penetration hazards by
flying/falling objects.

Class C hard hats provide lightweight comfort and impact protection but offer
no protection from electrical hazards.

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BUMP HAT designed for use in areas with low head clearance.

They are recommended for areas where protection is needed from


head bumps and lacerations.
3. Foot and Leg Protection
JGCI Chemical Corporation ensures that each affected employee wears a protective
footwear when working in areas where possible foot or leg injuries from falling or
rolling objects or from crushing or penetrating materials. Also, employees whose
work involves exposure to hot substances or corrosive or poisonous materials must
have protective gear to cover exposed body parts, including legs and feet.
Foot and leg protection choices include the following:

LEGGINGS protect the lower legs and feet from heat hazards such as molten
metal or welding spark. Safety snaps allow leggings to be removed quickly.

TOE GUARDS fit over the toes of regular shoes to protect the toes from
impact and compression hazards.

METATARSAL GUARDS protect the instep area from impact and compression.
Made of aluminum, steel, fiber or plastic, these guards may be strapped to
the outside of shoes.

SAFETY SHOES have impact-resistant toes and heat-resistant soles that


protect the feet against hot work surfaces common in roofing, paving and hot
metal industries. Safety shoes may also be designed to be electrically
conductive to prevent the buildup of static electricity in areas with the
potential for explosive atmospheres or nonconductive to protect workers from
workplace electrical hazards

4. Hand and Arm Protection


JGCI Chemical Corporation ensures that each affected employee wears a protective
gloves when working in areas where potential hazards include skin absorption of
harmful substances, chemical or thermal burns, electrical dangers, bruises,

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abrasions, cuts, punctures, fractures and amputations that cannot be
eliminated through engineering and work practice controls. Protective
equipment includes gloves, finger guards and arm coverings or elbow-length gloves.
For JGCI Chemical Corporation employee, natural (latex) rubber gloves are used due
to it is comfortable to wear. Its feature outstanding tensile strength, elasticity and
temperature resistance. In addition to resisting abrasions caused by grinding and
polishing, these gloves protect workers' hands from most water solutions of acids,
alkalis, salts and ketones.
5. Body Protection
JGCI Chemical Corporation ensures that each affected
employee wears a body protection like laboratory coats,
coveralls, vests, jackets, aprons, surgical gowns and full
body suits when working in areas where potential hazards
like Temperature extremes;

Hot splashes from molten

metal and other hot liquids; Potential impacts from tools,


machinery and materials and Hazardous chemicals

Protective clothing comes in a variety of materials, each effective against particular


hazards, such as:

PAPER-LIKE FIBER used for disposable suits provide protection against dust
and splashes.

TREATED WOOL AND COTTON adapts well to changing temperatures, is


comfortable, and fire-resistant and protects against dust, abrasions and rough
and irritating surfaces.

DUCK is a closely woven cotton fabric that protects against cuts and bruises
when handling heavy, sharp or rough materials.

LEATHER is often used to protect against dry heat and flames.

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RUBBER, RUBBERIZED FABRICS, NEOPRENE AND PLASTICS

protect against certain chemicals and physical hazards.


6. Hearing Protection
JGCI Chemical Corporation ensures that each affected employee wears a hearing
protection when working in areas having excessive noise. Some types of hearing
protection include:

SINGLE-USE EARPLUGS are made of waxed cotton, foam, silicone rubber or


fiberglass wool. They are self-forming and, when properly inserted, they work
as well as most molded earplugs.

PRE-FORMED OR MOLDED EARPLUGS must be individually fitted by a


professional and can be disposable or reusable.

EARMUFFS require a perfect seal around the ear.

7. Respirators
Respirators serve to protect the user from breathing in contaminants in the air, thus
preserving the health of one's respiratory tract. There are two main types of
respirators. One type of respirator functions by filtering out chemicals and gases or
airborne particles from the air breathed by the user. Gas masks and particulate
respirators are examples of this type of respirator. A second type of respirator
protects users by providing clean, respirable air from another source. This type
includes airline respirators and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Guarding of hazardous machinery
JGCI Chemical Corporation installed machine guarding in order to protects the
operators fingers from being caught in the unprotected position by reducing the
opening to a size so that it cannot be passed with body parts such as hands and
fingers. Beside this hazardous equipment, exposed walkways, access-ways and
working platforms also have a guarding.
Lockout Tagout Tryout

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JGCI Chemical Corporation used lockout tagout tryout as safety
measure (as seen in figure__), to ensure that dangerous machines and
installations are properly shut off and not started up again prior to the completion of
maintenance or servicing work. It works with physical locks and tags, which ensure
that energy sources can only be unblocked and released by the employee who is
working in the machine. In our company the plant manager is responsible for safety
at its facility. The decision to implement a plant-wide procedure such as Lockout
Tagout Tryout can only be made with the full support of the management team.
During implementation, the key responsibility is with the maintenance group which
needs to apply the procedure for its own safety. The Lockout Tagout Tryout is a
straightforward procedure that clearly shows whether it is being followed by the
operators involved or not. Implementation of the practice requires tailor-made
solutions and instructions and above all full commitment by management.

Figure_ : lockout tagout tryout

Anti-Fall Cord System


The Anti-Fall Cord system was installed in the JGCI Chemical Corporation plant (as
seen in figure __) at the request of risk prevention delegates to prevent accidents
caused by falls in operations requiring access to some pieces of equipment. To
protect workers from falling, Anti-Fall Cords, with automatic brake-arrest, were
installed in the roof above tanks and chests where access to the interior is required

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from above. The Anti-Fall Cord protects the worker from falling even if
he loses control. By the installation of Anti-Fall Cords accidents are
avoided in maintenance operations which require access to elevated area or
equipment.

Figure_ : anti fall cord system


Safe Access to Confined Spaces
It is a good practice to reduce the risk of major injury or death whilst carrying the
maintenance operations in the plant. The good practice describes measures needed
to access confined spaces, and modifies one specific procedure in particular.
For some maintenance activities in JGCI Chemical Corporation plant (as seen in
figure __), workers are required to enter confined spaces, characterized by limited
access openings and poor, or absence of, natural ventilation. In these confined
spaces, and in the presence of hazardous chemicals and gases, a serious accident
can occur, which can result in serious injury or death. If any task has to be carried
out within the confined space, then once the preliminary cleaning operation has
been completed, any residue removed and the forced ventilation is turned off, the
operators will check the gas density with a portable instrument. Supervisors are
responsible for implementing the good practice since they will instruct their workers
to enter confined spaces for some operations. The benefits of the good practice are

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to reduce the risks that workers are exposed to when entering
confined spaces thereby making their work safer.

Figure_ : safe access to confined


space
Health and Safety Team
In order to detect and resolve some technical and safety problem, JGCI Chemical
Corporation establish a health and safety pillar wherein the Human Resources,
Production, Occupational Safety and Paramedics have regular meeting where
problems are being picked up and opportunities for improvement are being found.
The decision to implement a plant-wide procedure can only be made with the full
support of the management team. When the team is set into action the members of
the departments involved in it are responsible for its work and also its results.
Emergency Action Plan
The Emergency Action Plan is used to ensure employee safety from fire and other
emergency. At the time of an emergency, all employees should know what type of

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evacuation is necessary and what their role is in carrying out the plan.
When a fire is detected it is necessary that the fire alarm pull station be
activated as soon as possible. The fire alarm will notify the emergency response
team who will perform assigned duties. The activation of the alarm will also notify
the local fire department.
In the event of fire, bomb threat, or toxic chemical release; employees are to
proceed to the nearest available and safe exit and leave the building as soon as
possible. Floor plans (maps) and exits have been posted in each department.

Occupational Safety Observation


Occupational Safety Observations is acquired
in JGCI Chemical Corporation in able to help to
sensitize our workers to Health and Safety
and everyone assumes more responsibility for
Health and Safety issues. This practice aims
to involve each employee in considering their
colleagues

workplaces

with

regards

to

aspects of
Figure_ : occupational safety
safety. For the observation, workers visit totally different
areas of the plant to watch
observation
the behavior of their colleagues with their own eyes. Findings and impressions are
discussed by the observer with his colleagues who he has observed. Proposals to
improve health and safety are tested and, wherever applicable, implemented
Safe Ideas Award
The Safe Ideas Award was implemented at JGCI Chemical Corporation in order to
maximize commitment at all levels within the organization. The aim is to work as a
team towards the achievement of this shared objective. It works by promoting
ideas, proposals and suggestions to improve health and safety, regarding
organization, management, behavior and technical improvements. The more

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concrete and up-to-date, the better they are.

A jury of health and

safety experts selects the best ideas.

Figure_ : safe ideas award

Plant location
The geographical location of the final plant can have strong influence on the
success of the industrial venture. Considerable care must be exercised in selecting
the plant site, and many different factors must be considered. Primarily the plant
must be located where the minimum cost of production and distribution can be
obtained but, other factors such as room for expansion and safe living conditions for
plant operation as well as the surrounding community are also important. The

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location of the plant can also have a crucial effect on the profitability
of a project.

Selection of a Plant Location


The various principal factors that must be considered while selecting a
suitable plant site, are briefly below.
1. Raw Materials Availability
The source of raw materials is one of the most important factors influencing
the selection of a plant site. Attention should be given to the purchased price of the
raw materials, distance from the source of supply, freight and transportation
expenses, availability and reliability of supply, purity of raw materials and storage
requirements.
2. Location
The location of markets or intermediate distribution centers affects the cost
of product distribution and time required for shipping. Proximity to the major
markets is an important consideration in the selection of the plant site, because the
buyer usually finds advantageous to purchase from near-by sources.
3. Availability of Suitable Land
The topography of the tract of land structure must be considered, since either
or both may have a pronounced effect on the construction costs. The cost of the
land is important, as well as local building costs and living conditions. Future
changes may make it desirable or necessary to expand the plant facilities. The land
should be ideally flat, well drained and have load-bearing characteristics. A full site
evaluation should be made to determine the need for piling or other special
foundations.
4. Transport

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The transport of materials and products to and from plant will be
an overriding consideration in site selection. If practicable, a site should
be selected so that it is close to some major forms of transport: road, waterway or a
seaport. Road transport is being increasingly used, and is suitable for local
distribution from a central warehouse. If possible the plant site should have access
to all types of transportation. It is necessary to have an effective transportation
facilities for the plant personnel.
5. Availability of Labors
Labors will be needed for construction of the plant and its operation. Skilled
construction workers will usually be brought in from outside the site, but there
should be an adequate pool of unskilled labors available locally and labors suitable
for training to operate the plant. Skilled tradesmen will be needed for plant
maintenance. Local trade union customs and restrictive practices will have to be
considered when assessing the availability and suitability of the labors for
recruitment and training.
6. Availability of Utilities
The word utilities is generally used for the ancillary services needed in the
operation of any production process. These services will normally be supplied from a
central facility and includes water and electricity which are briefly described as
follows.
a. Water
The water is required for large industrial as well as general purposes, starting
with water for cooling, washing, and steam generation. The plant therefore must be
located where a dependable water supply is available namely rivers or seas. The
temperature, mineral content, slit and sand content, bacteriological content, and
cost for supply and purification treatment must also be considered when choosing a
water supply.
b. Electricity

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Power and steam requirements are high in most industrial plants
and fuel is ordinarily required to supply these utilities. Power, fuel and
steam are required for running the various equipment like generators, motors,
turbines, plant lightings and general use and thus be considered as one major factor
is choice of plant site.
7. Environmental Impact and Effluent Disposal
Facilities must be provided for the effective disposal of the effluent without
any public nuisance. In choosing a plant site, the permissible tolerance levels for
various effluents should be considered and attention should be given to potential
requirements for additional waste treatment facilities. As all industrial processes
produce waste products, full consideration must be given to the difficulties and coat
of their disposal. The disposal of toxic and harmful effluents will be covered by local
regulations, and the appropriate authorities must be consulted during the initial site
survey to determine the standards that must be met.
8. Local Community Considerations
The proposed plant must fit in with and be acceptable to the local community.
Full consideration must be given to the safe location of the plant so that it does not
impose a significant additional risk to the community.
9. Climate
Adverse climatic conditions at site will increase costs. Extremes of low
temperatures will require the provision of additional insulation and special heating
for equipment and piping. Similarly, excessive humidity and hot temperatures pose
serious problems and must be considered for selecting a site for the plant. Stronger
structures will be needed at locations subject to high wind loads or earthquakes.
10.

Taxation and Legal Restrictions

State and local tax rates on property income, unemployment insurance, and
similar items vary from one location to another. Similarly, local regulations on

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zoning, building codes, nuisance aspects and others facilities can have
a major influence on the final choice of the plant site.

Alternative Plant Locations


1. Alternative Plant Location 1
Place: BULACAN
Bulacan is a first class province of the Republic of the Philippines located in
the Central Luzon Region (Region 3) in the island of Luzon, north of Manila and part
of the Metro Luzon Urban Beltway Super Region.
It has 569 barangays from 21 municipalities and 3 component cities
(Malolos, the capital city; Meycauayan; and
San

Jose del Monte). Bordering Bulacan are

the provinces

of Pampanga to the west, Nueva Ecija to


the north, Aurora and Quezon to the east,

and Metro
lies

Manila and Rizal to the south. Bulacan also


on the north-eastern shore of Manila Bay. In
the

2010

census,

Bulacan

had

population of 3,124,433 people, the highest


population in Region 3 and second-most
populous
Figure 1: Bulacan Province

province

in

the

whole

Philippines (after Cavite).

Nowadays, Bulacan is among the most progressive provinces in the Philippines. Its
peoplethe Bulaqueos (or Bulakenyo in Filipino) are regarded as highly educated,
enterprising and industrious.
Geography
Bulacan is bounded by Nueva Ecija on the north, Aurora (Dingalan) on the
northeast, Quezon (General Nakar) on the east, Rizal (Rodriguez) on the southeast,

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Metro Manila (Valenzuela City, Malabon City, Navotas City, Caloocan
City and Quezon City) on the south, Manila Bay on the southwest, and
Pampanga on the west.
Several rivers irrigate the province of Bulacan; the largest one is that of Angat.
Angat River passes through the towns of Norzagaray, Angat, Bustos, San Rafael,
Baliuag, Plaridel (Quingua), and Calumpit. It flow thence into the Pampanga River,
goes out again, washes Hagonoy and loses itself in the mangroves. The banks of
these rivers are very fertile and are covered with trees.
Terrain
Bulacan lies in the southern portion of the fertile plains of Central Luzon. The
area is drained by the Angat and Pampanga rivers. The Sierra Madre mountain
range forms the highlands of Bulacan in the east. Angat Lake, which was formed by
the Angat Dam is located in that area. The highest point in the province at 1,206
meters is Mount Oriod, part of the Sierra Madre.
Climate
November to April is generally dry while wet for the rest of the year. The
northeast monsoon (amihan) prevails from October to January bringing in
moderated and light rains. From February to April, the east trade winds predominate
but the Sierra Madre (Philippines) mountain range to the east disrupts the winds
resulting to a dry period. From May to September, the southwest monsoon
(habagat). The hottest month is May having an average temperature of 29.7 C
(85.5F) while the coldest is February with an average temperature of 25.1 C
(77.2F).
Transportation
Bulacan is dubbed as "The Gateway to the Northern Philippines". The
province is linked with Metro Manila primarily through the North Luzon Expressway
and Manila North Road (better known as the MacArthur Highway) which crosses the
province into Pampanga and western part of Northern Luzon (western Central

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Luzon, Ilocos and Cordillera Administrative Region). While taking the
Cagayan Valley Road in Guiguinto, the road leads to Nueva Ecija and to
the eastern part of Northern Luzon (eastern Central Luzon and Cagayan Valley
Region). Bulacan will be accessed by the future C-6 Road connecting the provinces
of Rizal and Cavite and the cities of Taguig, Paraaque and Muntinlupa in Metro
Manila.

2. Alternative Plant Location 2


Place: LAGUNA
Laguna, officially known as the Province of Laguna is a province of the
Philippines found in the CALABARZON region in Luzon. Its capital is Santa Cruz and
the province is located southeast of Metro Manila, south of the province of Rizal,
west of Quezon, north of Batangas and east of Cavite. Laguna hugs the southern
shores of Laguna de Bay, the largest lake in the country. The city with the highest
population (based on 2010 census) is Calamba, while the least populated is the
Municipality of Famy. Province of Laguna is the second ISO 9001:2008 certified
province in the Philippines.
Geography
Laguna lies on the southern shores of Laguna de
Bay, the largest lake in the country. On the southern
border of the province are Mt. Makiling and Mt.
Banhaw, both are long dormant volcanoes, but
still sources of geothermal energy. Mt. Makiling is
popular for the numerous hot spring resorts that
are found on its slopes. Pagsanjan Falls, is a
popular waterfall that tumbles down a deep gorge in
the hills. The eastern portion of Laguna straddles the
southernmost
mountain

range.

Figure 2: Province of Laguna

portions

of

the

Sierra

Madre

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Climate
The province is relatively dry from November to April and wet during the rest
of the year for a small portion near the southern boundary. The other parts, west of
Santa Cruz municipality, experience a dry season from November to April and rainy
season during the rest of the year. The eastern and southern most portions do not
have distinct season, with rainfall more evenly distributed throughout the year.
Transportation
The South Luzon Expressway (SLEx) passes through Laguna. A public-private
partnership initiative of the national government include plans to build a
circumferential road along Laguna de Bay shoreline, the Laguna de Bay Flood
Control Dike Expressway (or C-6 Extension), from San Pedro to Siniloan. Some of the
proposed road networks is the Calamba-Los Baos Expressway and the Cavite
Laguna Expressway that will connect the provinces of Cavite and Laguna.

3. Alternative Plant Location 3


Place: CAVITE
Cavite is a province in the Philippines located on the southern shores of
Manila Bay in the CALABARZON region on Luzon Island. It is one of the most
industrialized and one of the fastest growing provinces in the country because of its
close proximity to Metro Manila, located just 14 kilometers (8.7 mi) south of the
capital. The province is known as the Historical Capital of the Philippines.
Geography

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Cavite is surrounded by Laguna province to the east, Metro
Manila to the northeast, and Batangas province to the south. To the west
lies the West Philippine Sea. It is located within the Greater Manila Area, not to be
confused with adjacent Metro Manila, the defined capital region. The urban
influence of the metropolis together with easy accessibility, adequate infrastructure
and comparatively fresh natural setting makes the picturesque province an ideal
refuge.
Climate
Figure 3: Province of Cavite

Cavite belongs to Type 1 climate based on

the Climate Map of the Philippines by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and
Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). Being a Type 1, Cavite has two
pronounced seasons the dry season, which usually begins in November and ends
in April, and the rainy season, which starts in May and ends in October.
Transportation
There are three main highways traversing the province: Aguinaldo Highway
runs in a general north-south direction; the Governor's Drive runs in a general eastwest direction and the A. Soriano Highway runs within the coastal towns on the
west. The existing road length computed in terms of road density with respect to
population at the standard of 2.4 kilometers per 1,000 population has a deficit of
3,532.71 kilometers.
In 2011, the Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) was opened, which lessened the
heavy volume of vehicles on Aguinaldo Highway in Bacoor. This project decreased
the traffic congestion in Aguinaldo Highway in Bacoor, so travel time from Imus to
Baclaran/Pasay is lessened to only one hour.
Last July 1, 2013, the Kaybiang Tunnel, the country's longest underground
highway tunnel at 300 meters was opened along the Ternate-Nasugbu Road piercing
through Mt. Pico De Loro's north ridge that shortens the travel time from Manila to
the western coves of Cavite and Nasugbu, Batangas.

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Comparison Analysis of Plant Location


The table shown below was used to select the suitable plant location for JCGI
Corporation. The important factors were considered and graded to their importance
on the whole production. The grade varies on their respective importance and
stated in the table. The number beside the factors was the highest grade possible
and 0 as the lowest.
Table 1: Comparison in Choosing the Best Plant Location
FACTORS
Sources of Raw
Material
Water and
Electricity
Resources
Transportation
and
Communicatio
n
Labor Force
Proximity to
Metro Manila
Topographical
Features

GRADE RANGE

BULACAN

LAGUNA

CAVITE

15

10

15

13

13

13

15

13

13

13

15

11

12

13

15

12

10

14

10

Body of Water

10

Climate Type

TOTAL

100

74

72

85

As shown in the table above, the Province of Cavite succeed over the two
provinces based on the grade range given by the proponents. Its proximity to Metro
Manila and the source of raw materials favored its success. Also, it gained an easy
access to various transportation and receiving body of water. The main plant will be
situated in Tanza, Cavite where it is approximately 40 km south of Manila and the
nearest possible place from the source of the major raw material located at Rosario,
Pasig City. Hence, the proponents considered the Province of Cavite as a suitable
plant location for the JCGI Corporation.

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila


University of the City of Manila
College of Engineering and Technology
Chemical Engineering Department
The JCGI Corporation manufacturing plant will be situated at the
10-hectare land in Tanza, Cavite and the nearby receiving body of water
is the Caas River.

Plant Location in Tanza, Cavite


The proponents have found an advertisement in OLX.com regarding a selling
of land in Tanza, Cavite. A 10-hectare lot sells at a price of 400 pesos per 400
square meters.

Figure 4: Advertisement of a 10-hectare lot in Tanza, Cavite

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila


University of the City of Manila
College of Engineering and Technology
Chemical Engineering Department

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