Environmental Health & Safety
Environmental Health & Safety Management
Environmental Health & Safety Management
Environmental Health & Safety Management
- Compliance
- Crisis Management
- Accidental rate
- Waste management
- Air Emissions
- Energy Conservation
- Water Conservation
- Carbon Disclosure
- Eco-Balance
At Kama Industries, regulatory compliance is a core aspect of our operations. We maintain a legal register which is updated quarterly to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations. Our dedicated legal unit keeps the company informed of any legal changes. Additionally, we conduct legal audits to assess compliance levels and implement corrective measures when necessary
As part of its business continuity strategy, Beta Healthcare has proactively identified potential emergency situations and implemented comprehensive response plans. The company has established clear procedures for handling emergencies and regularly tests these protocols to ensure optimal preparedness. Additionally, all employees receive thorough training on the necessary steps to take during a crisis.
To enhance emergency readiness, Beta Healthcare has also implemented a fire safety policy as a key preventive measure
Kama Industries has under taken a comprehensive Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment and kept in place mitigation measures for the identified risks.
This has been done to proactively prevent incidents at the workplace. All incidents are investigated and corrective actions proposed and implemented to prevent reoccurrence.
Key performance indicators are in place to measure EHS performance in terms of accident rates. The company aims at having minimum cases of accidents in line with its EHS policy.
A structured waste management system is in place, with ongoing improvements to waste handling procedures.
In compliance with Cap 244 of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, Laws of Kenya, all pharmaceutical waste must be managed responsibly due to the security risks associated with pharmaceutical products. Additionally, hazardous waste is handled in accordance with the Environment Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) and the Waste Regulations of 2006.
Waste is segregated, recorded, and securely stored before disposal. All waste is transported and disposed of by NEMA-approved waste handlers. Recycling and reuse initiatives have been implemented for non-hazardous waste.
The central waste yard at Beta is designed to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance with Waste Management Regulations and Aspen’s waste management standards
Air quality measurements are done on an annual basis to ensure that what is emitted is within required regulatory requirements. Exhaust emissions from the boiler, generator and industrial trucks are measured to ensure that emissions levels are within specified regulatory limits as provided under EMCA-Air Quality Regulations, 2015.
Measurements are done for particulate and VOCs in the work stations to ensure personnel are working in a conducive environment as per the requirements under Occupational Health and Safety Act-Hazardous Substance Rules and WHO guidelines.
Kama Industries has implemented a comprehensive energy policy to promote sustainability. In compliance with the Energy Act, the company conducts regular energy audits and has launched targeted conservation programs. These initiatives are integrated into the annual Environmental Management Program, with specific objectives and measurable targets for energy efficiency. Continuous monitoring ensures progress toward these goals, reinforcing Kama Industries’ commitment to responsible energy use
At Kama Industries, we recognize water as a limited and invaluable resource. That’s why we continuously implement measures to conserve it. As part of our commitment to sustainability, we develop Environmental Management Programs with specific water conservation targets, integrated into our annual objectives.
To ensure responsible water management, we treat all process wastewater before discharge, adhering to the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) Water Regulations of 2006. Our state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility has the capacity to purify water to meet the required quality standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and environmental responsibility.
The company compiles its energy consumption for use in calculating its carbon emission equivalent.
There are measures put in place to reduce carbon emissions as part of the company’s Annual Environmental Management Programmes.
Eco-balance is a key issue in the current discussions and in saving our planet.
Depletion of fossil fuels CO2 emissions and global warming are a threat to our ecologic and economic balance.
Our company aims to contribute to ensuring eco-balance by taking initiatives towards energy saving and low carbon emissions.
Environmental management protocols are being developed in accordance with ISO 14001 to enable the company to participate in Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) in a near future.