GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 14677

PURSUANT to regulation 21 of Environmental (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the implementation of the proposed service station on plot L.R. No. 841/III/MN, off Mombasa – Nairobi Highway, at Mazeras, Kokotoni, Kilifi County. The Proponent (Meshack Mwangi Mbayu) of the proposed service station is proposing to construct a service consisting of 4 twin pumps service bay, 4 underground petroleum storage tanks (UPSTs), mini market, car wash, office and store, and other associated amenities. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Possible Impact Mitigation measures Impact of sourcing of raw materials from environment  Obtain raw materials from sources that are compliant with NEMA Regulations.  Procure quantities that are sufficient for the intended works only to avoid wastage.  Recycle as far as practical to stem wastage.  Commit to extensive use of recycled raw materials as will be appropriate and in a manner that does not compromise the safety of the development. Noise pollution  Construction work and delivery of raw materials will be limited to day time hours only.  Delivery of raw materials will be done so as to exclude weekends to avoid disturbing people.  Locate concrete mixers as far as practical from neighboring properties  Inform neighbors in writing prior to commencement of the development so that they are prepared psychologically at least two week in advance.  Employees using equipment that produce peak sounds shall be provided with earmuffs  Register the site as a workplace with the Directorate of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS). Dust generation  Secure the site using appropriate dust screens.  Sprinkle with water building materials that are likely to produce dust such as ballast before use.  Access road and dust surfaces at the construction site should be sprinkled with water twice a day.  Employees will be provided with appropriate dust masks Health and safety of employees at the workplace  Provision of adequate and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  Train them in the use of all equipment that they will be required to operate.  First aid services and an emergency vehicle to be readily available on site  Securely protect moving parts of machines and sharp surfaces with guards to avoid unnecessary contacts and injuries during construction phase  There must be adequate provision for artificial or natural lighting in all parts the working areas.  Ensure that all chemicals used in construction are appropriately labeled  The contractor to implement the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, No. 15 of 2007. Safety of visitors, neighbours and general public  Restrict access to the site by the public by fencing off the construction site,  Limit construction work to daytime only  Heavy Commercial Vehicles accessing the site to deliver construction materials must observe speed limits  Placing notices and safety slogans at strategic points to inform and educate neighbors  Provide for security services at the site. Tools, equipment, machinery use and electrical safety.  Installation and fitting of proper electrical system to enable supply of electrical energy to utility point,  Sockets and other electrical outlets must be securely fitted,  When not in use all machines should be put off,  Safety slogans should be strategically posted as a reminder to employees,.  All machine operating manuals should be clearly archived and availed for use when needed, and  Each machine operator should be conversant with the use of machine operating manuals. Solid waste management  Use of an integrated solid waste management system i.e. through a hierarchy of options: source reduction, Recycling, Reuse before Disposal  Dispose waste at the designated Municipal Council dumpsites. 12th October, 2012 THE KENYA GAZETTE  Transportation of wastes from the site to be done by a NEMA registered solid waste handler who will use appropriate vehicles for conveyance of wastes from site to designated City Council sites. Effluent generation  Consider using technological options that promote usage of less water within the facility (e.g. through installing cisterns that are smaller in capacity) to reduce waste water generation at source.  Regular monitoring of the quality of water discharged to the soak pit to ensure that it meets the standards specified under Schedule V (discharge to municipal sewer line) of Legal Notice No. 120 of 2006.  Conduct regular inspections for sewage pipe blockages or damages and fix appropriately. Traffic management  Heavy commercial vehicles delivering raw materials shall observe designated speed limits for the area.  Personnel at entries to direct traffic in and out of the site.  Proper signage and warnings to be placed on the access route to forewarn other motorists on the use of the road by heavy commercial vehicles.  Adequate parking, loading and offloading areas within the site are provided.  Allow only vehicles that can be accommodated at the site at a time to avoid HCVs parking beside the road. Fire hazards/ explosions  The fuel storage tanks to be installed will undergo calibration, pressure checks, and leakage tests and have been passed as safe for use by an accredited company.  Fire extinguishers, fire hydrants and fire alarms will be provided at convenient locations within the buildings.  Fire drills will be conducted at least biannually to ensure that workers are conversant with the action to take in the event of fire or explosions.  An elaborate emergency response plan will be developed to address the risks associated with petrol station operations.  Leak detection devices will also be installed at appropriate areas to warn on leakages that are likely to trigger fires.  ‘No smoking’ signs will be displayed as appropriate and measures taken against those not adhering to this order. Occupational health and safety  Workers hired will be trained on how to undertake petrol station operations  All machines will be maintained in good working order, and have instruction manuals.  Appropriate PPE will be provided to the workers.  All work stations will be adequately lit and ventilated.  Appropriate warning signs will be put up including emergency exit routes.  All chemicals and hazardous substances will be labeled as such. Impact on energy usage  The project design includes ventilation systems that allow for sufficient air circulation and lighting to lower the energy demand for the facility.  Proponent should consider installation of solar lighting systems complement electricity supply from the national grid.  Procurement of energy saving systems such as bulbs, air conditioners, and cookers etc that have a low energy use rate.  Provide energy saving tips for each of the sections of the facility so that occupants are aware of their obligations to conserve energy. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839–00200, Nairobi. (b) Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Mineral Resources, NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 30521, Nairobi. (c) County Director of Environment, Kilifi 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 of the plan. SALOME MACHUA , for Director-General, MR//0516645 National Environment Management Authority.