GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 9809

PURSUANT to regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Moke Gardens Limited, proposes a phased construction of 4000 No. housing units as follows; Phase I - 20 No. four bedroomed maisonette (partially constructed), Phase II -11 No. 10 storey (3 bedroom and 1 bedroom apartment), 17 No. 10 storey (2 bedroom and 1 bedroom apartments), Phase III - 12 No. 19 storey (3 bedroom and 1 bedroom block apartments), Phase TV - 10 No. 10 storey blocks (3 bedroom and 1 bedroom units), 13 No. 10 storey (2 bedroom and I bedroom block apartments) on L.R. Nos. Mavoko Town Block 3/978-10020, 10070-10075, 10077-10079 Lukenya Ward, Mavoko Sub-county, Machakos County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Possible impacts Mitigation measures Vegetation clearing, • Adopt selective de-vegetation that aims at soil erosion and clearing only the project site where sedimentation necessary. • The proponent proposes to carry out landscaping of the area. • Unnecessary felling of the existing trees should he avoided. Dust and exhaust • Water all active construction areas where emissions necessary especially for works in dry weather. • Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand and other loose materials. • Post signs that limit vehicle speeds and construction machinery in strategic places. • Personal protective equipment to be worn by all staff members and construction workers. • Sensitize truck and other vehicle drivers to avoid unnecessary racing of vehicle engines on site. 17th September, 2021 THE KENYA GAZETTE 4507 Possible impacts Mitigation measures Increased solid • Use of an integrated solid waste waste generation management system. • Ensure that damaged or wasted construction materials will be recovered for refurbishing and use in other projects. • Use of durable, long-lasting materials that will not need to be replaced as often. • Dispose wastes more responsibly by dumping at designated dumping sites. Occupational health • Ensure that all building plans are approved and safety by the local authority and the local Occupational Health and Safety office. • Registration of the project under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, OSHA 2007, laws of Kenya is mandatory. • Ensure that the premises and workers are insured as per the statutory requirements (third party and workman's compensation under Work Injury Benefits Act, No. 13, 2007). • Hire the right number of trained and skilled workers with clear work schedules and appropriate PPE provided. • Suitable, efficient, clean, well-lit and adequate sanitary conveniences should be provided for construction workers and separate for men and women. • Mobile toilets to be provided on site or latrines. Noise and excessive • Sensitize construction vehicle drivers and vibrations machinery operators to switch off engines of vehicles or machinery not being used. • Use quiet equipment, that is equipment designed with noise control elements such as mufflers and attenuated generators. • Strict adherence to the environmental management and coordination (noise and excessive vibration pollution control) regulations, 2009 [Legal Notice 61/20091. Surface drainage, • Ensure that hazardous materials are handled wastewater and and stored in a good manner, to limit their water pollution/ movement into the environment. contamination • Trenching during plumbing works should not interfere with the existing drainage channels. • Ensure that open stockpiles of construction materials are covered with tarpaulin or similar fabric during rainy season. Vegetation clearing, • Adopt selective de-vegetation that aims at soil erosion and clearing only the project site where sedimentation necessary. • Unnecessary felling of the existing trees should be avoided. • Once the project lifespan ends, the proponent shall replant the field with appropriate vegetative cover. Water use and • During construction phase, use water increasing demand economically to avoid wastage. • Conducting regular water system audits to identify and rectify any possible water leakages. • Used water can be sprinkled on the haulage road and dusty surfaces to reduce dust emissions. Mitigation measures • Provide additional source of water to reduce pressure on the existing water source. Avail condom dispensers at the site to the construction staff and the latter occupants. • Provide counseling and testing for HIV/AIDS. Prohibit smoking within the project site. Covid 19 • Strict compliance to WHO and GoK guidelines curbing/prevent spread of Covid -19 that include maintaining the social distancing and Personnel hygiene which include frequent washing of hands and strict wearing of masks. • Provisioning of washing hand points that will have running water and detergents. • Ensuring constant use of thermo-guns for all persons entering site to confirm no persons with temperatures above 37.5 degrees centigrade enter site. • Provide labelled area of isolation for any affected persons. • Allowing for immediate evacuation of any infected persons to designated hospitals. Security and crime • Liaise with the administration units such as the police, chiefs and District commissioners to provide regular surveillance and patrols to protect workers and the neighbourhood. Traffic snarl-up • Provide reflective road signs on both sides of the working area at a distance not less than 50m from the works. • Hire traffic marshal to control movement of trucks, heavy equipment, and machineries. Increased energy • Ensure electrical equipment, machinery and demand lights are switched off when not in use. • Install energy saving fluorescent tubes at all lighting points. • Monitor energy used and set targets for reduction of energy use. Environmental • The contractor will be required to provide training and for the appropriate Environmental Training awareness and Awareness as described in this EMP in his costs and programming. • An initial environmental awareness training session shall be held prior to any work commencing on site, with the target audience being all project workers. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, 12th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30126-00100, Nairobi. (b) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839-00200, Nairobi. (c) County Director of Environment, Machakos County. A copy of the report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke The National Environment Management Authority invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision making process regarding this project. Comments can also be emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/2378059 National Environment Management Authority. Possible impacts Increased transmission of communicable diseases and drug abuse Possible impacts Mitigation measures • Sensitize workers on social issues such as drugs, alcohol, diseases such as HIV/AIDS and STIs etc. • The contractor to abide by all construction conditions especially clause B12 which stipulates health safety and workforce welfare. • Form Safety Committee within the site to promote sensitization, training and safety refresher training. Solid waste • Engage the services of registered waste generation and handlers to collect and dispose generated management of waste to approved sites. liquid effluent • Ensure re-use of materials that can be re- used. • Consider adoption of the 3rs -- Reduce, Re- use, Re-cycle where applicable within the site. • Ensure Provision of adequate and appropriate sanitary facilities for the worker. • All drainpipes passing under buildings should be of heavy-duty PVC pipe tube encased in concrete surround. Increased energy • Monitor energy use during construction and consumption set reasonable limit. • Use electricity sparingly since high consumption of electricity negatively impacts on these natural resources and their sustainability. • Use of standby generators. • Turn off machinery and equipment when not in use. • Use of solar energy as an alternative source of energy. Increased water • Sensitive construction workers to conserve demand water in all operation. • Drill at least two sustainable boreholes to supplement the increased demand. • Prompt detect and repair of all the piping system and fittings to reduce water wastage. Emergence and • Conduct periodic sensitization forums for spread of social employees on ethics, morals, general good vices behaviour. • Contractor should employs and engage workers from Bondeni area to avoid social conflict. • Offer awareness, guidance and counselling on HIV/AIDS and other STDs to employees. Solid waste • Establish a collective/central waste generation and collection and management system. management • Provide central waste disposal bins to each residential block which will be well protected. • Ensure timely disposal of collected wastes at the approved County dumping site- (Kyoto) to wade off foul smell. Li quid waste • Ensure all effluent piping systems are generation and properly connected to Sewer system- management Subterranean Gas pipeline. • Regular maintenance of foul water system to curb blockage.