GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 4950

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, Kenya Railways Corporation is proposing to rehabilitate it's infrastructure (MV Uhuru, MV Peeda, fourty four tank wagons, one shunting locomotive, fencing of Kenya Railway land next to the port, Link span, new railway line siding extension from NCPB to the KPC oil jetty) at Kisumu port in Kisumu County to make it a regional economic hub related to transportation, co-ordination and distribution of goods and services for national and international transit. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Solid waste • Use an integrated solid waste management generation system through the following options: (i) waste source reduction, (ii) material reuse and (iii) recycling. • Quantify the building materials correctly to avoid wastage. • Procure adequate solid waste collection bins with capacity for segregation. • Have regular disposal of waste generated. • Excess material can be sold or donated to other projects or be used to improve roads within the site Select durable and quality products that will not degrade within a short time so as to need replacement. • Wastes generated during the renovation and construction phase will be disposed of as stipulated in the EMCA (Waste Management) regulations of 2006. • Procure the services of a NEMA licensed waste handler to dispose solid waste. • Comply with the Waste Management Regulations, 2006. Oil spills from • Prevent oil spills from occurring through MV Uhuru and effective rehabilitation process and application Peeda of precautionary measures. Rehabilitation activities The proponent together with relevant authorities coordinates oil spill response drills and exercises. • Comply with the provisions of The Environmental Management and Coordination Act Cap 387 of the Laws of Kenya and The Kenya Maritime Act, 2012. • The spill retention area should be equipped with an oil/water separator. • Fueling facilities should develop a spill prevention and control plan. 17th July, 2020 THE KENYA GAZETTE 2911 Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Train personnel on how to clean oil in the event of oil. • Waste oil from the ship to be collected and disposed by NEMA Licensed contractors. • Keeping records of oil spill incidents. Noise pollution • Use low noise machinery. • Ear muffs to be given during construction. • Use properly maintained machines. • Switch off noisy machinery when not in use. • Restrict noisy activities/ machines to daytime • Regular maintenance of machinery. • Comply with Noise Regulations, 2009. Air pollution • All active construction areas will be watered at least twice a day to reduce dust. • All trucks hauling soil, sand and other loose materials shall be covered. • All paved access roads will be swept daily. This includes all paved parking areas and staging areas at construction site. • Traffic speed of construction/other vehicles will be restricted to not more than 15 mph. • Vegetation will be replanted in disturbed areas as soon as possible Comply with Air quality Regulations, 2014. Accidents and • Provide safety and protective clothing (PPE) to hazards at the workers. site • Use machines and appliances that are well maintained and make sure that the handlers are well trained. • Have an emergency response for all kinds of emergencies plan ready at the site at all times. • Train workers on safety measures. • Store materials that can potentially harm workers and passersby in a safe mode when not in use. • Put up signs and posters to warn people of hazardous material and dangerous appliances and machinery. • Comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007. Loss of • Except to the extent necessary for establishing vegetation the operation site and carrying out the excavation works, vegetation shall not be removed, damaged or disturbed nor should any unauthorized cutting of vegetation take place. • Compacting loose soil to prevent erosion. Land • Vegetate and mulch progressively as each degradation section of works is completed. The interval between clearing and vegetation should be kept to an absolute minimum. • Avoid wherever possible clearing areas of highly. • Erodible soils and steep slopes which are prone to water and wind erosion. • Embank slopes to avoid erosion. Alteration of the • Improve the existing natural drainage systems. Natural Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures drainage • Monitor the natural flow system during heavy system rains and make improvements where necessary. • Clear blocked drainage channels by installing open culverts. Energy • Switch off electrical equipment, appliances and consumption lights when not being used. Human wildlife • Installation of security lights. conflicts • Fencing of the Kenya railway property. • KWS wardens to be on high alert and conduct regular patrols. • Develop and implement a Grievances Redress Mechanism. Occupational • Training workers in personal track safety Health and procedures. Safety hazards • Train crew on operational safety, Transportation of dangerous goods. • All crew to be trained on fire fighting. • Regular fire drills to be conducted to enhance emergency response. • Fire extinguishers and related equipment to be strategically installed within MV Uhuru. • Provide staff with adequate PPE. Increase in • The Proponent will mount regular HIV-AIDS HIV/AIDS and awareness campaigns and avail condoms to STDs infection construction crews. incidence during construction • Provide counseling and testing for HIV/AIDS to incoming construction personnel Strengthen advocacy through awareness training in HIV/AIDS and other STDs. 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, Kisumu County. A copy of the 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 for this project. Comments can also be emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Ag. Director-General, MR/0783512 National Environment Management Authority.