GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 5821

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 (Samwel Nyalle) proposes to construct a service station in Chasimba area, Kilifi County. The project will consist of the following: Structural steel canopy, concrete driveway to provide access into and from the service station, underground storage tank measuring 1500 x 1000 mm, 4 No. of fuel-dispensing pumps, 5 No. of toilet- rooms, a tire pressure device, a store, septic tank and soak pit. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measure: Impact Proposed mitigation measures Water and soil contamination ¢ Safety and emergence response plan to be developed with emphasis on protection of environment. ¢ No uncontrolled discharges. Increased fire and safety risks ¢ Place fire extinguisher at conspicuous sites. ¢ All emergency fire exists to be clearly marked. ¢ Ensure safety warnings are conspicuously displayed (No. smoking, inflammable Safety and obstruction Air and noise pollution Public health deterioration Production of waste substances etc.). Provide and enforce the use of personal protective equipment. Ensure that operational and adequate fire extinguishers are on site. Install fire alarms. Maintain an accident register at the premises. Movement of construction vehicles and timed to operate during off-peak hours. Observe and comply with traffic regulations and other by-laws. Contracts to peak and implement a traffic management plan. Provision of the necessary road signs and caution. Notify resident prior to project commencement. The workers shall be trained on the management of air pollution from vehicles and machines. Machines and vehicles to be serviced and maintained as per the manufacturers specifications. Vehicles delivering soil materials shall be covered to reduce dust. Dust generating _activities (excavations) will not be carried out during times of strong winds. Frequent watering of the site to reduce dust. Stand by generator rooms to re- enforced with sound proof materials. Develop a site health and safety plan, detailing, safety procedures, restricted sites. A sign personal responsible for safety standards and precautions. Provision of safety protective equipment. Qualified personnel to supervise and enforce safety standards. Recording of all incidences in the accident registrar and action taken. Near-miss risks and accidents to be reported to avoid eminent problems. The contractor and proponent shall take an active role in HIV/AIDS sensitization of the workers and the community. Comply with the requirements of the environment. Management (Waste Energy utilization Water utilization Leakage of tanks and products line Waste water and waste oil management practices Management) Regulations. Develop a_ solid waste management plan prior to project commencing, identifying optimal waste re- use options and disposal areas. Minimize waste production by utilizing best available techniques to site preparation. Clearly designate and construct an appropriate waste collection facility or provide covered refuse skips. Re-use construction waste to the maximum extent possible. Proper handling and_ storage procures for hazardous waste e.g. fuel oil should be stored in areas with hard standing and containment to handle spills. Develop an energy management plan. Construction machinery and vehicles should be maintained and used in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, to maximize efficiency and lower use of energy. Construction workers should be sensitized on the importance of energy management. Install energy saving devices. Institute alternative sources of energy e.g. solar panels. Monitor water consumption and utilization. Sensitize construction workers on the importance of proper water management. Develop alternative sources e.g. rain water harvesting. Insurance against the consequences of a __ spill contaminating groundwater or soil. Monitor daily reconciliation of wet stock and _ inventory records. Incase of suspect losses, institute tank and line integrity testing; and Conduct a soil gas survey to check the extent of contamination from the leaks. Carefully collect used oil in drums and dispose of by licensed refuse contractor. Adhere to Wastewater Management Regulation of the Legal Notice No. 121 and water Quality Regulations of Legal Notice No. 120. Conduct wastewater monitoring to check compliance on monthly basis and submit the results to NEMA _ District 22nd August, 2014 Office for immediate approval of the station operations. * Document and train staff in the emergency spill response plan. Solid waster generation and * Comply with the requirements disposal (littering, soil and surface of Environmental Management water pollution) (Waste Management) Regulations) Legal Notice No. 120. ¢ Prepare a waste management plan. * Stop deposition of waste in open pits. * Clearly designate and construct and appropriate waste collection facility or provide covered refuse skips. ¢ Segregate waste at source. ¢ Monitor waste volumes. * Identify licensed waste disposal contractor to remove from site and monitor performance. * Carefully collect used oil in drums and dispose of by licensed refuse contractor. Fire and accident ¢ Provision and placement of appropriate fire extinguishers and training of personnel to handle emergency situations. ¢ Provision of fully equipped First Aid Kit box on the site at all times. ¢ Display warning suitable locations. signs at ¢ Prohibit unauthorized persons at the station. * Weather proof fittings for all lighting and power points located outside the fuel station. Air pollution ¢ Ensure that the generators are maintained to manufactures specification, records maintained and availed whenever there is need. ¢ Ensure that tank vents are located away from sensitive receptors. * Conduct solvent monitoring. vapour 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, Kilifi 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 the plan. ZEPHANIA O. OUMA, for Director-General, MR/5678551 National Environment Management Authority.