Diseño de una campaña de concientización para impulsar la reducción y clasificación de residuos en la empresa PMEC SA

Abstract

Abstract:Solid waste management at PMEC S.A., a company in the metalworking sector, presents challenges due to infrastructure limitations, limited employee engagement, and a lack of standardized policies and procedures. This study aimed to design an awareness campaign to promote waste reduction and sorting through diagnosis, management, evaluation, and the formulation of educational strategies and common practices. The methodological approach was based on a mixed-methods approach, involving 30 employees who contributed their perspectives through surveys, direct observation, and interviews with supervisors. In brief, waste sorting practices are limited, ranging between 180 and 220 kg/week, with a correlation between proper disposal and sorting frequency. Consequently, educational strategies were formulated, following the guidelines of Ministerial Agreement 061, focusing on waste reduction, hazardous waste management protocols, and selective recycling. The discussion highlights that the identified deficiencies are common in waste management and are also influenced by staff behavior. In conclusion, waste management at PMEC S.A. is deficient due to non-compliance with regulations, making it necessary to implement an awareness campaign.