GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 1172

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 KENYA GAZETTE 9th February, 2018 346 346 The proponent, Kiambu Road Investment Limited, is proposing to develop a hospital that will consist of well-equipped theatres, an antenatal clinic, accident and emergency centers, laboratory, vaccination services, doctors’ plaza and a car park. The hospital will have a maximum capacity of 100 beds for patients. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Air pollution, dust generation and noise pollution • Sprinkle water during construction work. • Control of speed and movement of construction vehicles. • Use of low-sulphur diesel for diesel- operated machinery. • Use of ear protection aids by construction workers. • Construction to take place only during the day. • Use of attenuated equipment. • No unnecessary hooting by project vehicles. • Installation of sound barriers. • Temporarily fencing off of noisy machinery such as vibrators. • Adherence to Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution (Control) Regulations, 2009. • Compliance to Air Quality Regulations, 2014. Clearing of vegetation • Planting grass to cover open/bare grounds. • Maintaining trees in areas not affected. • Proper landscaping. • Use specialized equipment to minimize damage to tree roots. • If possible, plant new trees on approved public land to replace the trees cut down at the project site. • Establishment of flower gardens and lawns around project site. Disturbance of soil structure • Put soil traps around perimeter fence and on steep areas. • Landscaping with trees, shrubs and grass. • Maintaining specified routes for construction vehicles. • Control earthworks. • Use of light machinery and equipment. Destruction of habitat • Maintaining trees and plants in areas not affected. • Avoid off-road driving. • Control of earthworks. Generation of solid waste • Provision of waste collection bins. • Re-use of soil, construction debris and other reusable waste. • Proper containment and disposal of solid waste. • Contracting a licensed waste collection and disposal company. • Creation of awareness on proper solid waste disposal methods. • Re-use of timber off-cuts and wooden support for fuel or in other construction projects. • Strict adherence to Waste Management Regulations, 2006. Generation of biomedical waste • Provision of waste collection bins designed to hold biomedical waste and hazardous waste. • Contracting a licensed waste collection and disposal company specialized in handling bio-medical and hazardous waste. • Proper containment and disposal of the bio-medical waste. • Creation of awareness on proper bio- medical waste collection and disposal methods to the staff. • Strict adherence to Waste Management Regulations, 2006. Increased demand for water and electricity • Conservative use of water and electricity. • Provision of adequate water storage facilities. • Installation of waste water recycling systems. • Installation of rainwater harvesting structures. • Re-use of water where possible, especially during the construction phase. • Explore additional sources of water such as boreholes. • Utilize alternative and renewable sources of energy such as installation of solar panels. • Use of energy saving and efficient appliances. Fire hazards and accidents • Acquire fire-fighting facilities/ equipment. • Sensitize workers in fire safety • Avoid storage of flammable substances on the project site. • Keep well stocked first aid kits. • Proper handling and use of tools and machinery. Security • Guarding of site by a reputable security firm. • Constant site patrol. • Adequate screening of visitors to the site. • Collaboration with existing security machinery. Generation of waste water • Proper connection of waste water and sewerage system to existing city council system as per approved design. • Provision of storm water drains. • Proper decommissioning of waste water and sewerage system. • Proper maintenance of the drainage system. • Strict adherence to Water Quality Regulations, 2006. Public health and safety • Proper handling and disposal of solid waste. • Operation of noisy machinery in daytime only. • Control of visitors to the site. • Installation of adequate water supply. • Controlled developments around the facility. Increase in traffic flow • Adequate road warning signs to traffic regulations. 9th February, 2018 THE KENYA GAZETTE • Set driving speed limits and erection of road bumps. • Put acceleration and deceleration lanes to and from the main road. • Choice of access routes during construction phase should ensure minimum disturbance to the neighbors. • Develop a traffic plan to minimize traffic flow interference from construction activities e.g. schedule transport activities affecting traffic for off-peak hours. Storm water run off • Establish a storm water drainage system. • Proper maintenance of the drainage system. • Surface run-off and discharge should be controlled to prevent soil erosion. Occupational health and safety • Use of suitable personal protective equipment (PPE). • Site to be sprinkled with water to minimize dust. • Use of stable ladders and other climbing/support structures. • Sensitize workers on construction safety measures. • Cleanliness and organization at the construction site. • Fencing or covering of risky areas such as deep pits. • Safety signage. • Use of permit-to-work authorizer for risky jobs. • Engagement of skilled laborers. • Insurance for workers if possible. • Comply with the provisions of OSHA, 2007. 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) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Mineral Resources, NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 30126– 00100, Nairobi. (c) County Director of Environment, Nairobi City 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 this project. GEOFFREY WAHUNGU, Director-General, MR/4103825 National Environment Management Authority.