GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 15339

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, Athi Water Works Development Agency, proposes to construct 11.85 km long trunk sewer along the Motoine River reserve through the Ngong Road Forest with pipes ranging from 400mm to 600mm in diameter, lateral sewers of diameters 250mm and 300mm and household connections along the constructed sewer. The project will be implemented within Nairobi City County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Environmental/Social Proposed Mitigation Measures Impact Impact on Flora • Obtaining special use license is as agreed. with KFS. • Clearing of vegetation and project activities will be restricted within the proposed sewer alignment corridor. • Revegetation of recommended species by KFS on cleared areas. Impact on Fauna • Manage waste in a way that prevents the poisonous types from being accessed by wildlife. • Restoration of the alignment corridor with appropriate species recommended 'by KFS. Soil erosion and • Construction machinery will, be restricted contamination to designated areas to avoid soil compaction within the project site, while any compacted areas will be ripped, to, reduce run-off. • Topsoil removed during excavation will be stored separately and used for reinstatement. • Vegetation disturbance shall be minimized by using established access routes. Air pollution • Adherence to speed limit of 20km/h to reduce dust particles emission. • Use of environmentally friendly fuels such as low sulphur diesel. • Ensuring wastes are well disposed of in approved designated areas. • Providing PPEs such as nose masks to the workers in dusty areas on the site. Noise and excessive • Construction works will be carried out vibrations only during the specified time of .0800- 1800hrs. Oil pollution • Regular machinery maintenance. • Use of appropriate PPEs such as earmuffs. • Implementation of Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution) (Control) Regulations, 2009. • Proper storage, handling, and disposal of new/used oil and related wastes. • Maintained construction machinery, equipment, and vehicles to avoid leaks. 9th December, 2022 THE KENYA GAZE i Environmental/Social Proposed Mitigation Measures Impact • The contractor or the proponent shall work in hand with NEMA licensed waste handlers for proper disposal of waste at NEMA approved dump site. • Waste management bins shall be provided at strategic places within the worksite. • The waste shall be managed in accordance with the provisions of the Waste Management Regulations, 2006. safety of • Adherence to the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007 safety rules and regulations. • Maintenance and inspection of all machinery and equipment to prevent failure or unanticipated.accidents. • Only skilled employees will operate equipment or machinery. • All site workers shall be provided with full protective gear. • A fully equipped first aid kit shall be provided within the site. The contractor shall maintain a valid insurance cover for all, his workers. • Adequate sanitary facilities will be provided and standard r cleanliness maintained by the contractor. • Food handlers will have frihd handling certificates. • The speed of vehicles' in and around the project site will be controlled. • The construction crew at the site will be sensitized to negative social issoes such as drugs, alcohol, and infectious diseases. • Visible emergency contact numbers will be made available at the site which all can access. • The contractor shall make prior arrangements •with health care facilities to accommodate any affected worker. • Reports and records of health, safety, and enviloinuental incidences shall be kept in chronological order as required,by law. • Use of a grievance redress mechanism where arising., matters and resolutions made will be registered. • • LocaL community members are given consideration during, the employment of labour. • Laborers are;. above 18 years of age to avoid.child labour. • Consideration, of gender distribution in employment opportunities. • Workers will be sensitized to cultural sensitivities and public health including HW/AIDS, and communicable and sexually transmitted diseases. Sewage/wastewater • Regular inspection and maintenance of the internal.sewer system. • Regular cleaning of grit chambers and sewer. lines to remove grease, grit, and other debris that may lead to sewer backups. Waste generation Health and workers Social-conflict spillage THE KENYA GAZETTE 9th December, 2022 Environmental/Social Proposed Mitigation Measures Impact • Monitor water quality, both in the river and in the conveyance system. Suffocation due to • Gas masks during inspection and hydro-sulfide maintenance of internal sewer system. • Implement fire and explosion prevention measures. Socio-economic impact • Offer advice on alternative income- generating ventures to workers. • Redeploy workers where opportunities avail. 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, 12th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, 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, Nairobi City County. A copy of the report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke The Ntltional 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. .1; Comments can also be emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, National Environment Management.