Estudo das práticas de gestão ambiental utilizadas pelas indústrias localizadas em Catolé do Rocha-PB.

Abstract

Issues related to environmental problems caused to the environment have become over time a concern not only by companies but also government and society. For the quality of the environment in which we live is directly linked the activities of companies such industries. Thus, there are the Environmental Management Systems (EMS) in order to minimize damage to the environment. In this context, this research aimed to investigate the environmental management practices used by industries located in Catolé do Rocha - PB. To achieve these objectives we developed a theoretical framework that addresses the issues in the thematic study, we included one increasing discussion about: EMS, ISO 14001, industrial activities, sustainability and environmental legislation. Regarding methodological aspects, a qualitative survey was conducted, which was carried out questionnaires with eight companies in the industrial sector of the city Catolé do Rocha PB. The survey participants companies produce food products, aluminum artifacts and also male and female clothing. On the analysis of data collected in the empirical phase of this study, items were considered that were designed to verify actions taken in the environmental area were considered: 1) Environmental Policy; 2) Raw Materials; 3) Pollution Prevention Process; 4) Treatment Systems; 5) Environmental Product Quality; 6) Complementary Aspects; 7) Environmental Law. The results indicate that the members of the work team received appropriate training, knowledge of the law applicable to emergency cases. And yet, 37.5% of companies already have written environmental policy, but when asked about the implementation of these policies, 50% say they are not implemented. Found a lack of knowledge of the environmental impacts of waste, 62.5% of companies do not conduct research to knowledge. After analyzing the data, we can conclude that the environmental management practices found in businesses are related to factors such as the practice of knowing the possible environmental impacts of makes your purchase equipment; to install equipment that generates less impact to the environment that surrounds it; often in reviewing plans and emergency procedures, which are implemented in order to prevent damage caused to the environment.