environmental management system
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Environmental Management System(EMS)
Presented By: Nandar Nwe
Dip.EIA/EMS (2)
Mining Engineering Depatenment
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Introduction
What is Environmental Management System(EMS)The aim of EMS What is ISOFeatures of EMSEMS modelGeneral Benefits of An EMSTRAVIS PERKINSConclusionReferences
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What is Environmental Management System(EMS)
A set of methods and procedures for aligning corporate strategies, policies and operations with principles that protect ecosystems.
International Organization for standardization(ISO)14001
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The aim of EMSto increase compliance and reduce waste
Compliancethe act of reaching and maintaining minimal
legal standards
Reduce Wasteto reduce environmental impact
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In September 1996, Standardization published the first edition of ISO 14001, the EMS standard.
describing specific requirements for an EMS.
A second edition of ISO 14001 was published in 2004
the dominant environmental management system in the world.
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Policy
Planning
Implementation &
OperationChecking
Act
Act Plan
DoCheck
EMS Model or PDCA Cycle
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PLAN
Identify Environmental AspectsE.g. air pollutants
Determine most important to companyE.g. worker health & safety
Legal and Other RequirementsObjectives and Targets
E.g. Objectives – Overall Goal, e.g. minimize use
Target – Detailed, Quantified, e.g. minimize by 10% by specific date
Management Actions to Support Objectives and Targets
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DO
Structure Training, AwarenessCommunicationEMS DocumentationDocument ControlOperational ControlEmergency Preparedness and Response
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Check
Monitoring and MeasurementNonconformance, Corrective and Preventative
ActionRecords
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ACT
EMS AuditsManagement ReviewThis final review stage creates a loop of
continuous improvement for a company
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Environmental Management System (EMS)
Air Pollution Control Programs
Waste Management Programs
Water Pollution Control Programs
Workplace Environmental Health Programs
Other Environmental Program Management
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General Benefits Of An EMS Drives Sustained Performance Set targets to reduce energy use, water use & waste to landfill Achieve cost savings Easier compliance Pollution prevention Increased efficiency Improved morale
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TRAVIS PERKINS
Supplying building materials to the trade for over 200 years
One of the largest suppliers to the UK’s building and construction industry
Provide more than 100,000 products
Travis Perkins fully intends to be a sustainable business.
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4 Key Pressures
Legal requirements
Financial pressures
Market pressures Social pressures
• The Environment Protection Laws
• The Pollution Prevention and Control regulations
• Regulations for special wastes such as toxic materials.
• Water Resources Act
• Britain has some of the world's tightest environmental regulations
• Landfill Tax • The Carbon Tax
on energy consumption
• Companies will buy only from suppliers that conform with ISO 14001
• Customers insist that timber comes from sustainable sources
• Questions on the company's environmental approach.
• License to operate
• The company must maintain its public reputation at a high level.
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Why does Travis Perkins need an EMS?
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Implementing an Environmental Management System
Registrar of Legislation
Environmental Policy
Registrar of Environmental
Aspects
Environmental Management Procedures
Environmental Improvement
Plan
Key Performance Indicators
Training Materials
Action Lists and Responsibilities
Environmental Operating Procedure
Travis Perkins chose ISO 14001 as the basis of its Environmental Management System because this standard:
• Is internationally recognized and respected
• Involves regular independent audits
The Travis Perkins ISO 14001 EMS consists of several linked components.
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Travis Perkins' Environmental Policy sets out the company's commitment to:• Comply with legislation at all times• Prevent pollution as far as possible• Seek continuous improvement.
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Environmental Improvement Plan CO2 emissions Electricity use Vehicle emissions Storage and use of oil Use of diesel, petrol and gas Discharges to drains Water Storage and use of timber treatment chemicals Purchase and sale of products, particularly timber.
Observing all relevant legislation Seeking to prevent pollution Looking for ways to make continuous improvements
Action Lists and Responsibilities
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Internal and External Communication
WasteDO DON’T
Keep hazardous waste separate from general waste
Leave empty chemical containers in the open
Break down boxes before putting in the waste containers
Put oil or oil contaminated waste in the general waste container
A successful EMS depends on good communication. Based on everyone taking responsibility for Environmental Management
Every employee has seen a training video Internal newsletter Environmental Policy is displayed in all work areas Display boards and training materials
Example
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Costs and Benefits of EMS The benefits are achieved through a number of cost
reductions. nature and the environment in general are also clear winners
its business processes have been redesigned using the formula shown.
Prevent Waste
Reduce Waste
Reuse Waste
Recover Waste
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Conclusion
An environmental management system takes times and commitment from the entire organization
Effective EMS will provide ongoing environmental benefits, cost savings and contribute to built an attractive work place culture.
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References
http://businesscasestudies.co.uk/travis-perkins http://
www.saskatoon.ca/DEPARTMENTS/Utility%20Services/Environmental%20Services/PublishingImages/PlanDoCheckAct.jpg
http://www.travisperkinsplc.co.uk/responsibility/environment.aspx https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental_management_system https://
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_International_Organization_for_Standardization_standards
http://www.iso.org/iso/catalogue_detail?csnumber=31807 http://www.travisperkins.co.uk/ www.google.com www.ibm.com/ibm/environment