GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 5215

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, Dr. John Omboga proposes put up Nairobi Family Boutique Hospital on plot L.R. No. 12715/1924 at Katani Ward of Athi River Sub-county in Machakos County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures High demand of materials • Ensure accurate bill of quantities (BOQ). • Use at least 5%-10% recycled, refurbished or salvaged materials to reduce the use of raw materials and divert material from landfills. Increase storm water, runoff and soil erosion • Apply soil erosion control measures such as leveling of the project site to reduce run-off velocity and increase infiltration of storm water into the soil. Increased solid waste generation • Use of an integrated solid waste management system i.e. through, recycling, reuse, combustion. Private waste disposal company to be contracted. Dust emission • Sprinkle water on graded access routes when necessary to reduce dust generation by construction vehicles. Personal Protective equipment to be worn. 2384 2384 Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures Noise and vibration • All machinery including air conditioners should be kept in good working condition to reduce noise levels within the premises and surrounding areas. Increased energy consumption • Ensure electrical equipment, appliances and lights are switched off when not being used. Install energy saving fluorescent tubes. Increased water demand • Promote recycling and reuse of water as much as possible Promptly detect and repair of water pipe and tank leaks. Safety, health and environment (SHE) • Develop, document and display prominently an appropriate SHE policy for construction works. Sanitary conveniences • Suitable, efficient, clean, well-lit and adequate sanitary conveniences should be provided for construction workers. Provision of clean drinking water, toilets and changing rooms. Fire protection • Firefighting equipment such as fire extinguishers and hydrant systems should be provided at strategic locations such as stores and construction areas. Food safety • Ensure perishable/short-life food products are preserved and their quality maintained. Safety concerns • Provide appropriate personal protective clothing to the hospital staff. • Proper safety planning, rules and work procedures. Emergency plan • Develop Emergency Response plan incorporating external agencies. General solid waste • Segregating general solid waste generated and arrange for proper disposal. Medical waste • Use medical incinerator to transform medical waste into inorganic incombustible matter. Waste water • Use Waste water treatment Plant and Monitor quality of effluent released to environment. Oil spillage • Ensure proper disposal of used oil using standard procedures. Policies • Develop; Environmental, Health safety policies, Fire Emergency Action Plan. Records • Maintain waste disposal records, power consumption records, workers’ health records. 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 EIA 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 plan. Comments can also be e-mailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/1721450 National Environment Management Authority.