GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 10278

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, Likoni Cable Express Limited, proposes to develop a state of the art multi-gondola cable car system running across a 500M channel with a total of 22 cable cars (gondolas) which will carry 38 passengers per cabin. The proposed project will consist of two stations, two towers and rope, cars (gondolas), associated facilities and amenities in Mombasa County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures 1. Mitigation of Traffic Impacts during Construction Construction activity will impose• the entire city. severe restrictions to traffic movement, which will be felt in The Proponent in conjunction with both KeNHA and County Gov. must develop Traffic Management plan and disclose it to all stakeholders in the city. 2. Disruption of Existing Infrastructure and Service Lines Two major pipelines lie across MI • Contractor to provide and MMS appropriate protection prior to commencement of work in proximity. Entire MMS has water supply • Replace with better quality networks and drainage lines where necessary. • Put in place construction plan for orderly scheduling of phasing and conduct of construction activities. 3. Clearance and Excavations for Foundations for the Drive and Return Station Terminals • Cover exposed soil as soil is Soil disturbance due to moved around site and as soil excavations for foundations stockpiles are formed and reformed. • Cover all exposed soil as soon Soil erosion and sediment into the as soils are exposed. Ocean • Time works so that excavation does not take place during periods of rainfall. 4. Minimization of Noise and Vibration Emission of pollutants (Pb), dust, • Use quiet equipment (i.e. fumes, vibrations from operation equipment designed with noise of plant and equipment control elements). • Limit pickup trucks and other small equipment to a minimum idling time. • Construct mainly during the day. The time that most of the neighbours are out working. 5. Minimization of interference with Mombasa Port Operations Pro-longed closure of the • Co-ordination with KPA Channel during project (control tower) and KMA on construction schedules and timetables for marine vessels • Contractor will always leave a navigable channel available for use by vessels • A convoy system with many vessels released at the same time should be adopted • All construction crafts will flash the red hazard light at all times when in motion so as to warn all other users of the channel. • A fairly strict management of the timelines in the Contract for Works. 6. Minimization of Impacts on Biodiversity and Carbon Sink Loss of sensitive flora and fauna • Conservation of flora and fauna biodiversity. • Protection and preservation of the Endangered Species. ▪ Mitigation against introduction of alien species. • All trees outside the actual Drive and Return stations will not be cut down. 7. Minimization of Noise and Vibration Emission of pollutants dust, fumes, vibrations (Pb), from • Use quiet equipment (i.e. equipment designed with operation of plant and noise control elements). equipment • Limit pickup trucks and other small equipment to a minimum idling time. • Construct mainly during the day. The time that most of the neighbours are out working. 8. Minimization of interference with Mombasa Port Operations Pro-longed closure of the Channel during project construction • Co-ordination with KPA (control tower) and KMA on schedules and timetables for marine vessels. 10. Minimization of Impacts on Habitat for Avian Fauna: Loss of habitat for avian fauna • Intensive monitoring of populations is recommended. 11. Minimization of Loss and Damage to Cultural and Heritage Resources Loss or damage to cultural • Zoning out of Cultural resources Heritage sites for preservation. • Incorporation of Chance Find and Recovery Procedures. 12. Environmental, Health and Safety Measures in the Construction Area Accidents at work place Including falling of the platforms, accidental fires; accidental leaks and spillages and vehicle and plant accidents • Prepare a Comprehensive Health and Safety Plan to deal with emergency or negligence at site which may lead to accidents at work place. • Continually train employees on safety procedures including PPEs. • Ensure availability of PPEs for work in hazardous areas. 4th December, 2020 THE KENYA GAZETTE 4897 Solid waste Loss of sensitive flora fauna • Contractor will always leave a navigable channel available for use by vessels. • A convoy system with many vessels released at the same time should be adopted. • All construction crafts will flash the red hazard light at all times when in motion so as to warn all other users of the channel. • A fairly strict management of the timelines in the Contract for Works. and • Conservation of flora and fauna biodiversity. • Protection and preservation of the Endangered Species. • Mitigation against introduction of alien species. • All trees outside the actual Drive and Return stations will not be cut down. • Comply with safety conditions imposed by Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA). • All storage and construction sites are to be kept clean, neat and tidy at all times. • Ensure adherence to EMCA (Waste Management) Regulations, 2006. • Implement measures to minimize waste and develop a waste management plan. Wastewater and water management • Dispose of all waste in a proper manner. contaminated • Cover all concrete works with plastic sheeting, tarps or another type of barrier until fully cured. • Prevent runoff loaded with sediment and other suspended materials from the site/working areas from discharging to adjacent watercourses including the creek areas. Fuel and Hydraulic Fluid Spills 13. Mitigation of Height Capping Vessel with a draft height in excess of 69 m above the HWM trying to access the Mombasa Port in future is real • Heavy machinery should be required to use hydraulic fluids that are less toxic, or more environmentally compatible, than traditional hydraulic fluids. • Have a spill response system and plan in place. • Ensure all staff working on site know how to respond to spills. Maintain minimum working and operation height of 70 metres. 14. Minimization of Occupational Health and Safety Impacts Occupational Health and Safety • Prevent and minimize OSH Impacts impacts by developing and implementing OSH Policy. • Identifying and pro-actively avoiding OSH risks. • Personal protective equipment and supplies should also be sufficiently provided to all staff. 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. 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. MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/142193 National Environment Management Authority.