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1. Environmental Protection Procedures

1.1 Waste Management

  • Segregation: Separate recyclable, hazardous, and organic waste at the source.

  • Proper Disposal: Dispose of electric fence packaging, wire scraps, and batteries through licensed waste handlers.

  • Recycling: Promote use of recyclable materials, especially recycled plastic fence posts.

1.2 Pollution Prevention

  • No Open Burning: Ban the burning of cables, plastics, or waste material on-site.

  • Oil and Chemical Spills: Use spill containment kits during vehicle or generator servicing.

  • Dust and Noise Control: Limit cutting operations to designated times; use silencers and dust masks.

1.3 Energy and Resource Efficiency

  • Solar Power Use: Promote solar-powered energizers to reduce grid dependency.

  • Fuel Management: Efficient route planning for site visits to minimize fuel consumption.

  • Water Conservation: Reuse water used for concrete posts or cleaning where applicable.

1.4 Site Restoration

  • After project completion, restore disturbed ground, remove leftover materials, and leave the site clean and safe.

2. Occupational Health and Safety Practices

2.1 Risk Assessments

  • Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments for every project site.

  • Update assessments if the scope of work or environment changes.

2.2 Training and Awareness

  • Induction Training: Mandatory for all new employees on safety, PPE, and environmental responsibility.

  • Refresher Training: Held biannually on safe handling of electrical equipment, tools, and materials.

  • Toolbox Talks: Conducted daily before work begins.

2.3 PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

  • Mandatory for all technical staff: includes helmets, gloves, safety boots, eye protection, and reflective vests.

  • Supervisors ensure availability and proper use of PPE.

2.4 Safe Work Procedures

  • Working at Heights: Use of scaffolds, harnesses, and secured ladders.

  • Handling Live Wires: Lockout-tagout procedures followed strictly before energizer testing or maintenance.

  • Use of Tools: Only certified tools used; power tools maintained and inspected regularly.

3. Emergency Preparedness

3.1 First Aid and Fire Safety

  • Fully stocked first aid kits at every project site.

  • Trained first aiders and fire marshals among the staff.

  • Fire extinguishers maintained on company vehicles and in stores.

3.2 Emergency Contacts and Procedures

  • Emergency contacts posted at all workstations.

  • Staff trained on evacuation routes, electric shock response, and CPR.

4. Monitoring and Compliance

4.1 Inspections and Audits

  • Routine safety inspections carried out weekly.

  • Environmental and OHS audits conducted quarterly.

4.2 Incident Reporting

  • All near misses, injuries, and environmental incidents must be reported within 24 hours.

  • Investigated and corrective action implemented by HSMS officer.

5. Legal Compliance and Standards

Electric Fences Kenya adheres to the following:

  • Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) – Kenya

  • Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA)

  • Work Injury Benefits Act (WIBA)

  • Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) regulations

  • IEC 60335-2-76 for electric fence energizers

6. Continual Improvement

  • Analyze trends in incidents and environmental impacts.

  • Gather feedback from employees and clients.

  • Review EOHS procedures annually to integrate new best practices and technology.