GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 8241

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 project proponent, the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) is currently constructing a 400kV 100km transmission line that will subsequently link Kenya and Zambia through Tanzania. As part of corporate social responsibility (CSR), KETRACO further intends to further construct a network of low voltage power distribution lines aimed at mainly connecting public utilities to the national grid. The distribution lines will eventually contribute in further opening up the project area, spur development and support other sectors that depend on power. Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures Noise and • Sensitize construction vehicle drivers and vibration machinery operators to switch off engines of vehicles or machinery not being used. Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures • Sensitize construction drivers to avoid running of vehicle engines or hooting. • Regular servicing of engines and machine parts. • The noisy construction works will entirely be planned for daytime. • Provide necessary PPE to workers who may be exposed to high levels of noise and ensure proper and constant use. Dust emission • Ensure strict enforcement of on-site speed limit regulations. • Avoid excavation works in extremely dry weather. • Sprinkle water on graded access routes. • PPE to be provided to employees and ensure proper and constant use. Exhaust • Sensitize truck drivers and machine operators Emissions to switch off engines when not in use. • Regular servicing of engine and machine parts to - 0.2cn n-..iaust emission generation. • Alternative non-fuels construction equipment shall be used where feasible. Increased solid • Use of an integrated solid waste management waste system i.e. the 3 R's: 1. Reduction at source 2. generation Reuse 3. Recycle. • Use of durable, long-lasting materials that will not need to be replaced as often, thereby reducing the amount of construction waste generated over time. • Use building materials that have minimal or no packaging to avoid the generation of excessive packaging waste. • Reuse packaging materials such as cartons, cement bags, empty metal and plastic containers to reduce waste at site. • Dispose waste more responsibly by contracting a registered waste handler who will dispose the waste at designated sites or landfills only and in accordance with the existing laws. Oil spills hazards • Install oil trapping equipment in areas where there is a likelihood of oil spillage e.g. during maintenance of vehicles. • Storage and liquid impoundment areas for fuels, raw and in-process material solvents, wastes and finished products should be designed with secondary containment to prevent spills and the contamination of soil, ground and surface water. • Collected used oils should be re-used, disposed of appropriately by licensed waste handlers, or be sold for reuse to licensed firms. Destruction of • Avoid unnecessary vegetation clearing. existing vegetation and habitat • Designate access routes and parking within the site. • Support community initiatives in tree planting. Impacts on • Ensure strict compliance with the workers' community health and and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), 2007. 16th October, 2020 THE KENYA GAZETTE 4173 Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures safety • Prohibit access by unauthorized personnel into the construction site. • Train all employees and regularly sensitize them on safe working procedures. • Place warning signs where necessary. • Provide necessary PPEs to workers. Fire safety • Conduct a fire risk assessment. • Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and install all necessary fire safety equipment. • Conduct regular trainings and fire drills for employees. • Periodic maintenance to ensure that, there are;- no overloaded electrical systems; no incorrectly installed wiring; no live naked wires; and fuel store areas are continuously monitored. • Build capacity for community on fire related issues including fighting and vigilance. 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, Kajiado 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/I 354398 National Environment Management Authority.