GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 11338

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, Mully Childrens Family Trust Registered Trustees, proposes to construct a two floor hospital building with associated facilities and amenities, a separate mortuary building, a laundry area building, an incinerator and a petrol station with associated facilities and amenities on Plot L.R. Nos. 15312/3 and 15312/4 in Kithimani, Yatta Sub-county, Machakos County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures CONSTRUCTION PHASE Air pollution, noise • Spray of water during construction work. pollution and • excessive vibration: • Use of low-sulphur diesel for diesel-operated machinery. • Use of ear protection aids by construction workers. • No unnecessary hooting by project and occupants' vehicles. Control of speed and movement of construction vehicles. Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures • Restriction of construction activities to day time. • Use of attenuated equipment. • Hoarding of the entire construction site. • Limit pickup trucks and other small machinery to an idling time when necessary, observe a common-sense approach to vehicle use, and encourage workers to shut off vehicle engines whenever possible. Clearing of • Maintaining of grass around the site. vegetation • Planting of ornamental trees. Disturbance of soil • Put soil traps around perimeter fence and on structure steep areas. • Landscaping with ornamental trees and grass planting. • Maintaining specified routes for construction vehicles. • Control earthworks. • Use of light machinery and equipment. Destruction of • Restrict vehicular movement to set out paths. habitat • Maintaining of trees in areas not affected. Public health and • Ensure use of provided pit latrines by safety construction staff. • Proper handling and disposal of solid waste. • Control of visitors to the site. • Installation of adequate water supply. • Controlled developments around the facility. Security • Guarding of site by a reputable security firm. • Constant site patrol. • Adequate screening of visitors to the site. • Collaboration with existing security machinery. • Partnership with neighbours and police in community policing. Occupational health • Use of suitable personal protective and safety risks equipment. • Site to be sprinkled with water to minimize dust. • Use of stable ladders and other climbing/support structures. • Sensitize workers on occupational safety. • Maintain cleanliness and organization at the construction site. • Fencing or covering of risky areas such as deep pits. • Safety signage. • Engagement of skilled laborers. • Insurance of workers. OPERATION PHASE Generation of solid • Provision of waste collection bins (color waste coded bins). • Re-use of generated waste. • Proper containment and disposal of solid waste. • Contracting a licensed waste collection and disposal company. • Creation of awareness on proper solid waste disposal. • Disposal of radioactive waste should be Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures strictly as set out in the regulations and as per the guidelines of the World Health Organization. • Installation of the incinerator on the site to enhance disposal relevant material through burning. • Comply with the requirements of the Environmental Management (Waste Management) Regulations Legal Notice 120. Increased demand • Conservation of water and electricity. electricity for water and Provision of adequate water storage facilities. • Installation of rainwater harvesting structures. • Re-use of water where possible. • Explore additional water sources. Fire hazards and • Acquire firefighting facilities. accidents • Sensitize workers on fire safety. • No storage of flammable substances on site. • Keep well stocked first aid box. • Proper handling and use of tools and machinery. Increase in traffic • Set driving speed limits. flow • Adequate road warning signs to traffic regulations. Generation of liquid • Proper connection of waste water and waste sewerage system to the waste water treatment system as per approved design. • Ensure oil water interceptors are put in place in all car wash areas as well as the petrol station and service bays. • Random laboratory tests for the wastewater should be conducted for adherence to waste water regulation of 2006. Occupational safety • The proponent should ensure compliance to and health OSHA, 2007 and the related subsidiary legislation. • Properly design to allow for deceleration and acceleration to the hospital. • Adapt effective emergency response plans throughout all the phases. • Provide appropriate personal protective equipment to workers. • Subject the facility to regular statutory assessments and audits. 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, Community, 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. 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. MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/1435294 National Environment Management Authority. 31st December, 2020 THE KENYA GAZETTE 5245