GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 5868

WHEREAS I have received a petition from members that an inquiry be held into the: (i) By-laws; (ii) Working, financial conditions, governance structures and (iii) The conduct of management committee, past or present members or officers of CS/5509— Bacista Sacco Society Limited and in accordance with section 58, as read together with section 73 of the Co-operative Societies Act, (Cap. 490) laws of Kenya. 14th August, 2020 THE KENYA GAZETTE 3207 Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Fire escape routes and assembly point to be marked • Signs such as "NO SMOKING" must be prominently displayed within the premises especially in parts where flammable materials are stored. Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Gas leakages and • Ensure regular monitoring of LPG tanks, install oil spillage leakages detectors, get services regularly, risks ensure the general safety and security at all times by providing day and night security personnel well train in oil and gas fields Contamination • Contain any oil spills of ground and surface water • Put in place waste water collection, treatment and containment facility • Put in place hard surfaces on working areas with proper connections to containment areas Dust Emissions. • Ensure strict enforcement of on-site speed limit regulations • Avoid demolitions in extremely dry weather • Sprinkle water on graded access routes when necessary to reduce dust generation by machines • Personal protective equipment to be worn • Demolished materials on site to be covered to prevent blown off by wind • Ensure proper servicing of machinery • Appropriate pollution control measures should be applied/ adapted. • Compliance to the Third Schedule of the Waste Management Regulations of 2006 • Compliance to the Air Quality Regulations, • Disposal of solid waste at approved dumpsites. • Segregate waste, encourage recycling and reuse of waste materials • Used building materials and other waste from decommissioning must be transported and disposed of by a NEMA licensed handler • Used building materials and other waste from decommissioning must be transported and disposed of by a NEMA licensed handler Soil Erosion. • Strict adherence to the construction design and recommendations • Proper backfilling and landscaping so as to rehabilitate the land and improve its aesthetic value Exhaust Emissions. Solid Waste Generation First Aid • Well stocked first aid box which is easily available and accessible should be provided within the site • Provision must be made for persons to be trained in first aid with a certificate issued by a recognized body Safety and health • Implement all necessary measures to ensure health and safety of the workers and the general public during operation of the project as stipulated in OSHA, 2007 • train all workers of the facility on fire safety procedures • Install ESD at strategic points within the facility • Ensure all fire safety equipment are inspected regularly • Conduct Occupational Health and Safety, Fire and risk assessment audits annually • - Register the facility as a workplace by DOSH Sewage disposal • Connect the premise to sewer line • Conduct regular inspection for drainage pipe blockages or damages and fix appropriately • Ensure regular monitoring of the sewage discharged from the project to ensure that the stipulated sewage/effluent discharge rules and standards are not violated Traffic flow • Erect warning signs of on-going works. • Expedite construction works and communicate alternative access ways to the community. Increased Energy • Switch off electrical equipment, appliances and consumption lights when not in use • Install occupation sensing lighting at various locations such ad storage areas which are not in use at all times Generation of • Insulate vibrators and heavy machineries to Noise and minimize ambient noise levels. Vibrations. • Lubricate machineries to minimize noise generated in parts movement. • Restrict use of heavy machineries practical hours during the day • Compliance to Noise and Excessive Vibrations, Clearing of • Only remove vegetation from areas of vegetation. excavation and construction. Social tensions • Project awareness through public participation and conflicts and media disclosures Oil leaks and • Proper and regular maintenance of the Spills machinery and equipment to reduce oil leaks Fire protection • Regular inspection and servicing of the equipment must be undertaken by a reputable service provider and records of such inspections maintained • Install energy saving bulbs within the facility • Consider installation of solar panels for use in lighting • Sensitize staff on how to use energy efficiently Utility relocation • Notify the relevant authorities on affected utilities and provide alternatives. • Relocation of utilities to be suctioned and done by relevant Authorities Rehabilitation of • Implement an appropriate revegetation project site programme to restore the site to its original state • Consider use of indigenous plant species in revegetation • trees should be planted at suitable locations so as to interrupt slight lines (screen planting) between the adjacent area and the facility Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Water • Promptly detect and repair water pipes and tank Consumption leaks • Sensitize staff on water conservation e.g., by use posters and signages • Ensure are taps are not running when not in uses • Install water conserving taps that turn off automatically • Install a discharge meter at water outlets to determine and monitor total water usage Social issues and • Create awareness on issues such as HIV & security AIDS in collaboration with the community leaders, local authorities and other relevant interested actors such as CBOs and NGOs • Put in place grievance and dispute resolution committee including the community leaders and area Government administrators • Increase security interventions and surveillance around the construction area. 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, Mombasa 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/07838917 National Environment Management Authority.