Evaluación ambiental de una empresa de elaboración de empaques metálicos ubicada en Guayaquil

Abstract

This thesis centers around the environmental assessment of a manufacturing company, focused in metal containers, located in the city of Guayaquil. The objective is to verify the compliance with Ecuadorian environmental regulations, to ensure worker safety, and the proper operation of the plant. Periodic inspections were carried out to ensure compliance with norms and standards in various areas, such as waste management, natural resource monitoring, and operating requirements. The environmental laws issued by Ecuador’s national authority were taken into account to establish the standards that must be followed by the company. As a result of the implementation of this strategy, legal and operational risks were identified and reduced. Therefore, guiding the plant's activities toward excellence and minimizing possible infractions detected in audits conducted by the competent authority.