Definir una metodología para trabajos en espacio confinado para el proceso de aguas servidas y aguas lluvias para la gerencia de zonas de Veolia Interagua.

Abstract

The management of sanitation activities in confined spaces within stormwater and wastewater systems at Veolia Interagua’s Zone Management faces significant occupational risks. The reliance on external contractors and partial non-compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards have increased hazards for workers, impacting operational efficiency and quality control. The general objective is to design a comprehensive methodology for conducting sanitation activities in confined spaces, optimizing safety, operational efficiency, and compliance with OHS standards in stormwater and wastewater management. A mixed methods research approach was applied, including hazard identification, risk assessment, the design of a preventive action plan, and a proposal for the internalization of operations. Interviews, field inspections, and analyses of applicable legal regulations were conducted. Emergency drills and continuous training plans for personnel were also incorporated. Critical hazards identified included hazardous atmospheres, entrapments, and falls. A preventive action plan with specific measures was developed to mitigate these risks, along with strategies for internalizing operations to ensure greater control and legal compliance. Emphasis was placed on training in-house personnel and implementing advanced technologies for monitoring and control. The implementation of a comprehensive methodology at Veolia Interagua significantly improves occupational safety, optimizes operational processes, and ensures regulatory compliance. Internalizing operations reduces reliance on contractors and enhances the quality and control of sanitation tasks in confined spaces.