Diseño de un Sistema de Gestión Ambiental basado en la Norma ISO 14001:2015 para la Junta Administradora de Agua Potable y Alcantarillado Regional Yanahurco

Abstract

An Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2015 norm was designed for Yanahurco Regional Drinking Water and Sewage Administration Board (JAAPARY). The study was based on the Plan, Do, Check and Act approach (PHVA) for the continuous improvement of its environmental performance. So, it was necessary to implement an environmental review to determine the current situation of the organization according to ISO 14001:2015 norm. Based on this analysis, the identification and evaluation of the environmental aspects and impacts generated by JAAPARY was carried out based on its activities, processes and operations, so it was necessary to apply a qualitative evaluation methodology that allowed identifying twelve significant environmental aspects on which the applicability of different legal requirements as well as other requirements were determined according to the aspects described. In addition, a proposal on an environmental policy focused on the pollution prevention as well as the EMS permanent improving was created. Finally, an environmental management manual was drafted and appropriately adapted to the needs and context of the company, detailing the procedures and programs associated with the requirements established by the norm for the implementation and maintenance of the EMS. Considering the aspects mentioned above, it was concluded that the design of this EMS for JAAPARY constitutes a viable tool for the management of its environmental risks, aspects and impacts. It is recommended to implement this proposal immediately as well as achieving its certification by an qualified organization. In addition, noise and atmospheric emissions must be included as a new management variable for future studies.