S8 Location: environmental factors, land costs and transport when choosing a site (5 marks) · Industrial Technology Timber

S8 · Location: environmental factors, land costs and transport when choosing a site (5 marks)

Fits: 2020 Q16(a) (5), 2018 Q16(a) (5) · 163 words · 7 chunks

S8.1 · LandLand costs and availability: land near Sydney is expensive, while regional land (e.g. near mills in Oberon or Tumut) is cheaper and allows larger factories and storage yards.S8.2 · TransportTransport facilities: timber products are bulky and heavy, so access to highways, rail and ports cuts freight costs and emissions. A site near the sawmill reduces raw material transport, while a site near the city reduces delivery costs and time to customers.S8.3 · Trade-offThe business must weigh cheaper land against higher distribution costs.S8.4 · NeighboursImpact on the surrounding population: noise, dust and truck movements mean factories should be in industrial zones away from homes.S8.5 · Env checkAn environmental impact assessment checks threatened species, waterways and pollution risk, and the site needs waste management and room for dust extraction.S8.6 · WorkforceWorkforce and resources: the site needs access to skilled workers (cabinet makers, CNC operators) and reliable power and water.S8.7 · JudgementOverall, the best location balances land and transport costs with environmental and community impact, which directly affects the viability of the business.

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