Diseño de un proceso para el correcto almacenamiento y manejo seguro de las sustancias químicas en la bodega de la piscina del centro de educación física de la ESPOCH

Abstract

The purpose of this work was to design a process for the correct storage and safe handling of chemical substances in the warehouse of the swimming pool of the Physical Education Center of the ESPOCH, for this purpose, the initial situation of the storage warehouse was analyzed. Information was gathered about the work area, where an inventory of chemicals such as hydrochloric acid and calcium hypochlorite was made. In addition, the information was processed through the identification and evaluation of non-compliant aspects; this procedure made it possible to address the situations with a focus group, and a budget of US$5503.54 was allocated for all those aspects that can be solved through corrective action. On the other hand, the preparation, application and control of chemicals in the pool were determined. Finally, the process of the correct storage and safe handling of chemicals was obtained through the development of a manual, which established the entire procedure for storing and handling substances according to the NTE INEN 2266 Standard according to their compatibility and characteristics, in the case of the substances handled by the pool area, it was found that they have the classification (category 1B) according to Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 and can be located in the same environment, as long as they are ventilated and free from sun exposure. It is concluded that the manual serves as an instrument that allows the dissemination of operations both inside and outside the storage warehouse, as well as increasing efficiency in the storage and handling of chemicals, identifying critical points and establishing the necessary requirements and signage dictated in the NTE INEN 2266:2013 standard. It is recommended that monitoring be carried out every three months to verify that the personnel are complying with the established provisions.