GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 6418

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, National Museums of Kenya is proposing is proposing marine engineering works to restore the coral cliff and also undertake measures to mitigate further wave action on the site. Construction of the proposed protection Seawall will be undertaken around Vasco Da Gama Pillar along the Malindi Beach., Kilifi County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Noise pollution • The contractor will employ the best available work practices on-site to minimize occupational noise levels. • Delivery of raw materials be limited to off peak hours which is between 10.00am and 4.00pm daily. • Construction hours will be limited to the hours of 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 pm daily. • All machinery, vehicles and instruments that emit high levels of noise will be used on a phased basis to reduce the overall impact. These equipment’s such as drills, excavators and cement mixers will be used when the least number of residents are expected to be affected, for example during periods where most residents are at work or school. • Create awareness for machine drivers to switch off engines when not in use. • Regularly maintain inspect all construction equipment in good working condition. • Co-ordinate with relevant agencies regarding all construction activities. 3392 3392 Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • No blasting is anticipated for this site. • Provide appropriate PPEs for workers. • Maintain a complaints register to record all complaints and address them accordingly. Exhaust and dust emissions • During construction, any stockpiles of earth should be enclosed / covered / watered during dry or windy conditions to reduce dust emissions; • Site delivery trucks should be covered to prevent dust emissions from the materials dust into the surrounding areas; • All project personnel to be trained prior to starting construction on methods for minimizing air quality impacts during construction. • During construction sprinkle the construction area with water to keep dust levels down. • Provide masks to all personnel in areas prone to dust emissions throughout the period of construction. • Supervise drivers of construction vehicles not to leave vehicles idling, and limit their speeds so that dust levels are lowered. • Maintain all machinery and equipment in good working order to ensure minimum emissions including carbon monoxide, NOX, SOX and suspended particulate matter. Disposal of excavated soil • Reuse excavated material in back filling areas excavated. • Excess excavated materials to be disposed in authorized site. • Spoil materials on site to be removed accordingly. • Avoid placing excavated soils near water ways. • It is recommended that part of the topsoil excavated from the proposed construction site be re-spread in areas to be landscaped to enhance plant health. Increased water demand • Ensure efficient water use on site by sensitizing construction staff to avoid wastage. • Sea water can be used for activities that do not require fresh water and are not likely to cause pollution from the resulting run off. Workers accidents and hazards during construction • Provide workers on site with appropriate PPE. • Report any accident on site within 12 hours. • Conduct investigations of the accident and file the prepared report within 48hours. • Erect appropriate signs on the site to warn workers and visitors. • Ensure that the drivers and machine operators hired are qualified and experienced. • Provide first aid kit and a trained first aider always be on site • No worker should be allowed on site under the influence of alcohol or other inebriating substances. • Display at prominent places occupation health and safety rules. • Test and approve equipment such as ladder before use. Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Appropriate insurance cover should be secured as per the law. • Develop and display and emergency evacuation procedure. • Moving parts of machines should be guarded to protect workers from injury. Solid waste generation • 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 • Provide facilities for proper handling and storage of construction materials to reduce the amount of waste caused by damage or exposure to the elements • Purchase of perishable construction materials such as paints incrementally to ensure reduced spoilage of unused materials • Use building materials that have minimal packaging to avoid the generation of excessive packaging waste • Ensure adequate storage, collection and disposal of waste on site. A licensed contractor or facility be used to handle all waste generated. • Any hazardous waste generated during construction must be collected and disposed by a licensed hazardous waste contractor. Soil erosion • Avoid putting access roads on riparian zones and use appropriate construction materials. • Terrace and level the project site to reduce run- off velocity and increase infiltration of rain water into the soil. • Restrict construction vehicles to designated areas to avoid soil compaction within the project site and rip any compacted areas to reduce run-off. Surface runoff and roof water from temporary site offices shall be harvested and stored reservoirs for reuse. • Re-vegetate exposed areas around the site so as to mitigate erosion of soil by storm water runoff. The final site grade should facilitate drainage and avoid flooding and pooling. • Protect stockpiles through the use of silt fencing and reduced slope angles should be used to minimize soil erosion during construction. • Install drainage ditches, construction of runoff and retention ponds where necessary. • Minimize disturbances and scarification of the surface to reduce erosion impacts. • All slopes and working surfaces should be returned to a stable condition and topsoil on the final site would be graded and planted as appropriate. • Prepare a site drainage plan to protect against erosion. Oil spill hazards • Prepare an oil spill emergency response plan • Implement preventive measures to avoid oil spills such as the use of drip trays under stationery machinery. • Report any spill to the relevant authorities to activate response mechanisms 28th August, 2020 THE KENYA GAZETTE Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Destruction of existing vegetation • Identify important stands of vegetation, large contiguous stands of forest or other habitat, vegetation on steep slopes, and stream corridors or swales. • Incorporate these areas into design layout or open space system. • Protect such areas during construction by temporary fencing and limitations on access for heavy machinery and materials storage. Fire outbreaks • Provide firefighting equipment of recommended standards and in key strategic points. • Prepare a fire evacuation plan and must be posted in various points of the including procedures to take when a fire is reported. • Train all workers on fire management and fire drills undertaken regularly. Loss of heritage resources • Document all cultural heritages in the intertidal area likely to be impacted by the project. • Undertake archaeological excavation to rescue. This will be done through complete documentation and excavation for all archaeological artifacts on land. The excavation will be undertaken at in areas identified in the Heritage Impact Assessment and supervised by NMK. • Ensure documentation and retrieval of the underwater artifacts within construction areas earmarked for excavation, backfilling. • Rescued materials will be given on-site conservation treatment before removal to Malindi Museum. • Survey and document any identified shipwreck site. These sites will be secured by covering with appropriate materials such as debris nets and sandbags. • Study and document traditional boat landing sites. Manage road traffic congestion • Provide for safe environment for all road users. • Provide protection for workers, visitors, and the general public from traffic hazards that may rise as a result of the construction activity. • Minimize the disruption, congestion and delays to all road users. • Ensure that appropriate and sufficient warning and information signs and guidance are provided on site. • Ensure that all needs of road users; motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, public transport passengers are accommodated at and through the work site. Construction generated turbidity • Adopt engineering procedures during construction that minimizes sediment re- suspension in the water column and transport by wind and currents to these habitats. • Use appropriate anchoring techniques to minimize boat damaging sea bed. • Prepare reef restoration contingency plan in case of heavy impacts from the project action. • Implement an environmental monitoring programme on habitat and biodiversity to minimize any adverse effect are detected and minimized as early as possible. Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Beach erosion • Monitoring for any adverse signs of beach erosion, incase significant beach erosion is recorded remedial action such as beach nourishment and re-vegetation should be taken immediately to avoid exacerbation of the erosion. • Any erosion channel(s) that may develop should be backfilled and compacted as soon as possible, and the area(s) restored to a proper condition. The contractor should ensure that cleared areas are effectively stabilised to prevent and control erosion. • It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that cleared areas are effectively stabilised to minimise erosion. 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. (e) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839–00200, Nairobi. (f) County Director of Environment, Kilifi County. A copy of the 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 regarding this plan. Comments can also be emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Ag. Director-General, MR/076725 National Environment Management Authority.