Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
NEMA coordination, regulatory approvals, and full statutory compliance support. ASBE Contractors Limited provides comprehensive environmental and regulatory compliance services for asbestos decommissioning projects across Kenya — supporting clients from initial planning through to final regulatory approval and certification.
All Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Audit processes are undertaken in collaboration with NEMA-registered lead experts, ensuring regulatory independence and full statutory compliance. We manage the entire compliance process on your behalf, so you can focus on your project with confidence.
Why Compliance Matters
In Kenya, asbestos removal and decommissioning projects are subject to strict environmental and occupational health laws. Operating without the required approvals and documentation exposes property owners and contractors to serious consequences:
Heavy financial penalties and enforcement action from NEMA and DOSHS
Immediate project shutdowns causing costly delays and contractual breaches
Criminal prosecution and personal liability for property owners and site managers
Long-term environmental remediation obligations and associated costs
Loss of operating licences, contracts, and business reputation
Unresolved regulatory liability that affects future property sale or development
Our Compliance Process
1. Project Scoping & Documentation
Initial consultation to define project scope; preparation of all required environmental, health, and safety documentation including risk assessments, method statements, and asbestos management plans
2. EIA & EA Coordination
Full coordination of Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Audit processes in collaboration with NEMA-registered lead experts to meet all statutory requirements
3. NEMA Permit & Licence Applications
Preparation and formal submission of all NEMA licence and permit applications, including waste handling permits, transportation approvals, and disposal authorisations
4. Regulatory Authority Liaison
Direct engagement with NEMA, DOSHS, the Ministry of Labour, and other relevant regulatory bodies to manage all submissions, correspondence, and follow-up on your behalf
5. Statutory Approval Monitoring & Tracking
Active monitoring of all permit applications and approvals through to completion; proactive follow-up to minimise delays and keep your project on schedule
6. Full Compliance Certification & Handover
Delivery of the complete compliance documentation package to the client, including all permits, approvals, certificates, and regulatory correspondence records
What's included
Project-Specific Environmental Documentation
Preparation of all project-specific environmental, health, and safety documentation required for your asbestos decommissioning project — tailored to your site, scope, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Risk Assessments & Asbestos Management Plans
Comprehensive project risk assessments and detailed asbestos management plans prepared to NEMA and DOSHS standards, forming the foundation of your regulatory submission and site safety framework.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Coordination
Full coordination of the EIA process with NEMA-registered lead experts, from scoping and preparation through to submission, public participation, and final approval — ensuring regulatory independence and compliance
Environmental Audit (EA) Process Management
Coordination of all Environmental Audit requirements applicable to your project, including documentation preparation, expert collaboration, submission, and follow-up to achieve full EA compliance and certification.
NEMA Licence & Permit Applications
Preparation and formal submission of all required NEMA licences and permits — covering asbestos removal, hazardous waste handling, transportation, and disposal — with proactive follow-up to secure timely approvals
Direct Regulatory Authority Liaison
Active representation on your behalf with NEMA, DOSHS, the Ministry of Labour, and all other relevant authorities — managing all correspondence, queries, and submissions throughout the approval process.
Full Compliance Documentation Package
On project completion, clients receive a comprehensive compliance documentation package including all permits, licences, EIA and EA certificates, regulatory approvals, and correspondence records for their permanent records

