GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 3880

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, Megapipes Solutions Limited proposes to build a Factory for manufacturing of HDPE Plastic pipes, namely double wall structured HDPE pipes (Weholite) and solid wall HDPE pipes for drainage and sanitation projects in Kenya and neighboring Countries. The Factory is designed to have various phases starting with building a 4000m2 Factory for the manufacturing of Weholite pipes from 800mm to 3000mm diameter. Weholite is a structured wall pipe or structural panel made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE). HDPE structured wall pipes are manufactured by extrusion of a hollow rectangular box section which is continuously wound onto a mandrel. The factory will be developed on a 10 acres piece of land L.R. No. L.R. 11294/30 and 31 located in Mugutha Location, Ruiru Sub-County (Oaklands Properties Limited) within Kiambu County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Possible Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Permits and • Proponent Obtains below listed permits / Licenses approvals • Registrations permit of site as place of work from Department of Occupational Health and Safety Registration (DOSH). • Water Resources Authority (WRA) approvals water sources if from nearby streams • Approval of Plans by Kiambu County Government Physical Planning Department of any structures on site • Permits from Public Health Department Kiambu County) of sanitation facilities installed on site 5th June, 2020 THE KENYA GAZETTE 2085 Possible Impacts Solid wastes • impacts during construction of the Factory Liquid wastes • Impacts during construction of the Factory Proposed Mitigation Measures Sand/silt traps should be used so as to prevent silt and any other sediments from getting into storm water channels Site stockpiles will be properly covered to avoid exposure to agents of soil erosion such as wind and rain • The drainage system will be developed in a manner that prevents silt-laden runoff from entering surface water drains. Water containing such pollutants as cements, concrete, lime, chemicals and fuels shall be discharged into a conservancy tank for removal from site where applicable All vegetation materials either live or dead on site shall be cleared and removed before the area is excavated Regular monitoring of water quality standards of downstream water resources against the baseline undertaken during the EIA stage Provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including gloves, gum boots, overalls and helmets to workers. Use of PPE to be enforced by the Supervising Engineer. Fully stocked First Aid Kits to be provided within the Sites, and in all Project Vehicles Strict use of warning signage and tapes where the trenches are open and at other active construction sites Contractor to employ and train Safety Marshalls who will be responsible for management of plant and equipment traffic on site Properly labelled and strategically placed waste disposal containers shall be provided at all places of work • Litter bins should have secured lids to prevent animals and birds from scavenging • All personnel shall be instructed to dispose of all waste in a proper manner • Recycling of construction material shall be practiced where feasible e.g. containers and cartons Water containing pollutants such as concrete or chemicals should be directed to a conservancy tank for removal from the site where applicable • Potential pollutants of any kind and form shall be kept, stored and used in such a manner that any escape can be contained • No grey water runoff or uncontrolled discharges from the site or working areas to any adjacent Storm water channels. All temporary/ portable toilets or pit latrines shall be secured to the ground to the satisfaction of the engineer to prevent them from toppling over A wash basin with adequate clean water and soap shall be provided alongside each toilet. Staff shall be encouraged to wash their hands after use of the toilet, in order to minimize the spread of possible disease The contractor shall ensure that the machines and equipment are in good condition when on site. Possible Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Ensure proper handling of lubricants, fuels and solvents while maintaining the plant and equipment. • Any chemical or fuel spills shall be cleaned up immediately. • The spilt liquid and clean-up material shall be removed, treated and transported to an appropriate site licensed for its disposal. • Follow specifications of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2007, EMCA 2015 and others in the development and operation of stores Risk to health and • The Contractor shall keep noise level within safety of acceptable limits and construction activities community and shall, where possible, be confined to normal workers during working hours in the residential areas Factory construction • The Environmental Management and Coordination (Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution) (Control) Regulations, 2009 provides 55decibel during the day and 35 decibel during the night. • Provide a readily accessible first aid kit for all workers. • Additionally can have emergency contacts in case a first responder is needed • Ensure that all accidents / occurrences are investigated to establish root cause. These are then entered in the general register and reported to the County Safety and Health Officer within the prescribed timelines • sufficient firefighting equipment shall be provided onsite • ensure all fire escapes are not obstructed and open outwards or slide sideways • PPE are used to protect the workers from physical, chemical or biological hazards which they are likely to encounter in their working environment. Air pollution from • All construction machinery shall be Factory maintained and serviced in accordance with construction the contractor's specifications activities • The contractor shall not carry out dust generating activities (excavation, handling and transport of soils) during times of strong winds • Vehicles delivering soil materials shall be covered to reduce spills and windblown dust • Water sprays shall be used on all earthworks areas within 200metres of human settlement. Associated risks • The site is to be cleared of all construction during contractor materials, including litter prior to hand over decorrunission of construction • Fences, barriers and demarcations associated works with the construction phase must be removed from the site • Rehabilitation Activities of Environmental Cases identified must continue throughout the defect liability period • Undertake a completion / Initial Environment, Health and Safety Audit The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (d) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 30126-00100, Nairobi. Sedimentation • Impacts of drainage channels downstream • Water Quality • Impacts within water resources downstream Risk of accidents at • work sites during Factory construction Sanitation issues • resulting from both solid and liquid wastes on site during Factory . construction Fuels, Oils and . other hydro- carbons from plant and equipment (e) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839-00200, Nairobi. W County Director of Environment, Kiambu 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 project. MAMO B. MAMO, Ag. Director-General, MR/0763278 National Environment Management Authority.