{"id":16565,"date":"2024-10-23T08:15:04","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T06:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tma.es\/?p=16565"},"modified":"2024-10-23T13:21:56","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T11:21:56","slug":"how-to-improve-safety-and-health-at-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/how-to-improve-safety-and-health-at-work\/","title":{"rendered":"TMA&#8217;s commitment to European Week for Safety and Health at Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As every year, during the European Week for Safety and Health at Work, we reflect on the crucial role that companies play in ensuring safe and healthy working conditions. At TMA (Tecnolog\u00eda Medio Ambiente), we aim to lead the waste management sector while actively <\/span><b>promoting a culture of occupational risk prevention and employee well-being<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This approach has allowed us to build a work environment where safety, health, and operational efficiency go hand in hand. Read on to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido del art\u00edculo<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #696969;color:#696969\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #696969;color:#696969\" 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SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT IN WASTE MANAGEMENT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/how-to-improve-safety-and-health-at-work\/#COMPREHENSIVE_COMMITMENT_TO_QUALITY_THE_ENVIRONMENT_AND_WORKPLACE_SAFETY\" title=\"COMPREHENSIVE COMMITMENT TO QUALITY, THE ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKPLACE SAFETY\">COMPREHENSIVE COMMITMENT TO QUALITY, THE ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKPLACE SAFETY<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/how-to-improve-safety-and-health-at-work\/#CERTIFICATIONS_THAT_GUARANTEE_SAFETY_AND_HEALTH_IN_COMPREHENSIVE_WASTE_MANAGEMENT\" title=\"CERTIFICATIONS THAT GUARANTEE SAFETY AND HEALTH IN COMPREHENSIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT\">CERTIFICATIONS THAT GUARANTEE SAFETY AND HEALTH IN COMPREHENSIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/how-to-improve-safety-and-health-at-work\/#Compliance_with_high_standards_in_safety_and_health\" title=\"Compliance with high standards in safety and health\">Compliance with high standards in safety and health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/how-to-improve-safety-and-health-at-work\/#Transparency_in_our_policies\" title=\"Transparency in our policies\">Transparency in our policies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/how-to-improve-safety-and-health-at-work\/#Quality_and_excellence_certifications\" title=\"Quality and excellence certifications\u00a0\">Quality and excellence certifications\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SAFETY_AND_HEALTH_AT_WORK_A_KEY_FOR_BUSINESSES\"><\/span><strong>SAFETY AND HEALTH AT WORK: A KEY FOR BUSINESSES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workplace safety and health are not only a legal obligation but also the foundation for creating a healthy and productive work environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From October 21st to 27th, the European Week for Safety and Health at Work, organized by the EU-OSHA (European Agency for Safety and Health at Work), serves as a key moment to raise awareness among employers and employees about the importance of implementing measures that protect both the physical and mental integrity of everyone in an organization.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The European Week for Safety and Health at Work reminds us of the importance of creating spaces where every employee can perform their tasks safely, knowing that their well-being is a priority.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16505 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-22-300x183.png\" alt=\"Semana Europea de la Seguridad y la Salud en el Trabajo TMA Seguridad Laboral Prevenci\u00f3n de Riesgos Laborales\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-22-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-22-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-22-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-22.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/>Ensuring workplace safety involves anticipating risks and taking preventive measures<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. From personal protective equipment to proper worker training, every aspect counts in avoiding accidents and occupational illnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A safe environment fosters worker confidence and engagement, which, in turn, boosts performance. Workplaces that prioritize prevention see fewer incidents, which, in addition to benefiting employees, also reduces operational costs for companies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In short, <\/span><b>a proactive approach to occupational safety and health reduces risks and creates a healthier and more productive environment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"THE_IMPORTANCE_OF_OCCUPATIONAL_RISK_PREVENTION_IDENTIFY_PREVENT_AND_MANAGE\"><\/span><strong>THE IMPORTANCE OF OCCUPATIONAL RISK PREVENTION: IDENTIFY, PREVENT, AND MANAGE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every work environment has its inherent risks, from physical dangers in industrial jobs to psychological risks in office settings. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-16508 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-13-300x183.png\" alt=\"Semana Europea de la Seguridad y la Salud en el Trabajo TMA Seguridad Laboral Prevenci\u00f3n de Riesgos Laborales\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-13-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-13-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-13-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-13.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/>Identifying these risks is the first step.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevention is key to reducing the likelihood of accidents and illnesses. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This involves constant workplace evaluations, implementing safety protocols, and using appropriate protective equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also crucial to promote a culture of safety where all employees, regardless of their role, are trained to identify risks and act accordingly. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This helps minimize dangerous situations before they occur.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive risk management must include clear procedures, continuous training, and, above all, a commitment from management to ensure safety is a non-negotiable priority.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TIPS_TO_PROMOTE_SAFETY_AND_HEALTH_IN_COMPANIES\"><\/span><strong>TIPS TO PROMOTE SAFETY AND HEALTH IN COMPANIES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The European Week for Safety and Health at Work offers an opportunity to share our achievements and inspire other organizations.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some recommendations that can help businesses improve their safety practices include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Create a continuous training system<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Education is key to reducing workplace accidents. Investing in employee training is essential so they understand the risks and know how to act in dangerous situations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Proactive monitoring<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Technology can play a crucial role in detecting and mitigating risks. It is an investment that, in the long term, can save lives and reduce costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Promote employee participation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Listening to workers\u2019 concerns and suggestions is essential to maintaining a safe work environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Frequent audits<\/b>: Safety audits and drills should not be one-off events but part of a continuous improvement strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FOR_A_SAFE_WORK_ENVIRONMENT_A_PILLAR_OF_TMA\"><\/span><strong>FOR A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT: A PILLAR OF TMA<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA, we recognize that our employees are the driving force behind all our activities, from transportation to the handling and treatment of waste at our plants and Collection and Treatment Centers (CRT) and at the Port of Barcelona. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16515 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TMA-SEGURIDAD-SALUD-EN-EL-TRABAJO-SEGURIDAD-LABORAL-3-300x183.png\" alt=\"Semana Europea de la Seguridad y la Salud en el Trabajo TMA Seguridad Laboral Prevenci\u00f3n de Riesgos Laborales\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TMA-SEGURIDAD-SALUD-EN-EL-TRABAJO-SEGURIDAD-LABORAL-3-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TMA-SEGURIDAD-SALUD-EN-EL-TRABAJO-SEGURIDAD-LABORAL-3-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TMA-SEGURIDAD-SALUD-EN-EL-TRABAJO-SEGURIDAD-LABORAL-3-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/TMA-SEGURIDAD-SALUD-EN-EL-TRABAJO-SEGURIDAD-LABORAL-3.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/>Safety is a priority in all phases of integrated waste management.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TMA employees are trained to be aware of the risks associated with their tasks and to report any hazardous situations because a safe work environment is essential for productivity and employee well-being. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, we carry out internal awareness campaigns.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As many of our operations take place in environments where the handling of hazardous materials and interaction with heavy machinery are common, <\/span><b>maintaining a safe work environment is more than a priority<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0is a responsibility we assume with commitment and dedication.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our <\/span><b>Occupational Risk Prevention (ORP) department<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is dedicated to implementing and supervising safety protocols to protect our workers. We ensure that each of our employees is well-trained and informed to identify risks, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and follow established procedures. With all this, we guarantee and safeguard the physical integrity of our employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are certified by <\/span><b>ISO 45001<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which validates our occupational health and safety management systems. This positions us as industry leaders, not only for the quality of our waste management but also for the protection we provide to those who carry out this work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This accreditation motivates us to continue improving daily and stay on the right path to provide safe and efficient working conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TMAS_COMMITMENT_TO_IMPROVING_WORKPLACE_SAFETY_AND_HEALTH\"><\/span><strong>TMA\u2019S COMMITMENT TO IMPROVING WORKPLACE SAFETY AND HEALTH<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16520 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-12-300x183.png\" alt=\"Semana Europea de la Seguridad y la Salud en el Trabajo TMA Seguridad Laboral Prevenci\u00f3n de Riesgos Laborales\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-12-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-12-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-12-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-12.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/>At TMA, workplace safety is a priority. We strive every day to implement and enhance measures that ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all our employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An example of our commitment is the implementation of training programs, where our employees are trained in the proper use of equipment, emergency protocols, and safe practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monthly safety and fire extinguisher equipment inspections are carried out at every worksite.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also conduct regular internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of our safety systems and make improvements when necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA, we firmly believe that a safe environment is key to the long-term success of any organization.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of a safety culture are clear: fewer accidents, higher employee motivation, and a work environment where everyone feels valued and protected. Workplace safety is, ultimately, an investment in the company\u2019s and employees\u2019 future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INNOVATION_IN_OCCUPATIONAL_SAFETY_IN_WASTE_MANAGEMENT\"><\/span><strong>INNOVATION IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY IN WASTE MANAGEMENT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16524 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-21-300x183.png\" alt=\"Semana Europea de la Seguridad y la Salud en el Trabajo TMA Seguridad Laboral Prevenci\u00f3n de Riesgos Laborales\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-21-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-21-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-21-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-21.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/>In our transport operations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we periodically renew our fleet of vehicles to make them more sustainable, efficient, and safer. Thanks to advanced <\/span><b>geolocation technology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we can optimize our truck routes to reduce road exposure time, thereby decreasing both pollutant emissions and the risk of road accidents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The use of compactors and containers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in waste management improves operational efficiency and also plays a key role in protecting workers\u2019 health and safety. These machines minimize direct handling of waste, <\/span><b>significantly reducing exposure to hazardous materials, pollutants, and potential physical injuries.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, the automation provided by compactors allows employees to work more safely and with less physical effort, avoiding risks associated with heavy lifting and prolonged contact with waste.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By minimizing direct exposure to waste, employees are protected from potential contaminants and hazardous substances, creating a safer and healthier work environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Specialized and certified containers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provided in all our operations also <\/span><b>facilitate the safe storage of waste<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, helping ensure workplace safety and health in our clients\u2019 environments and the safe handling and transport of waste to our treatment plants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a waste management company, the implementation of such equipment ensures <\/span><b>more efficient operations and strengthens occupational safety and health standards<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by protecting workers from unnecessary hazards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commitment to innovation in waste management machinery is therefore essential to ensure the safety and well-being of employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"STRATEGIES_FOR_A_SAFE_WORK_ENVIRONMENT_IN_WASTE_MANAGEMENT\"><\/span><strong>STRATEGIES FOR A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT IN WASTE MANAGEMENT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA, we manage hazardous waste in both small and large quantities, covering liquid and solid waste from various commercial and industrial companies. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our focus is on ensuring safe and efficient treatment, tailored to the characteristics of each type of waste. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16527 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-6-300x183.png\" alt=\"Semana Europea de la Seguridad y la Salud en el Trabajo TMA Seguridad Laboral Prevenci\u00f3n de Riesgos Laborales\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-6-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-6-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-6-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-6.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/>To achieve this, we have authorized facilities to manage a wide variety of LER waste codes, allowing us to offer a comprehensive service, always prioritizing safety and quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the handling and transportation of hazardous waste, we provide highly resistant drums and containers, designed to maintain their tightness and prevent any leaks. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These containers comply with current packaging and labeling regulations, ensuring that the process is safe at all stages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our plants, we apply various treatment lines, including stabilization and inertization of solid and pasty waste, physical-chemical and biological treatment of wastewater, as well as the recovery of waste containing hydrocarbons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of this is carried out in an environment where the safety and health of people are guaranteed and are a priority.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"COMPREHENSIVE_COMMITMENT_TO_QUALITY_THE_ENVIRONMENT_AND_WORKPLACE_SAFETY\"><\/span><strong>COMPREHENSIVE COMMITMENT TO QUALITY, THE ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKPLACE SAFETY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16530 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-1-1-300x183.png\" alt=\"Semana Europea de la Seguridad y la Salud en el Trabajo TMA Seguridad Laboral Prevenci\u00f3n de Riesgos Laborales\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-1-1-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-1-1-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-1-1-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-1-1.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/>TMA&#8217;s Quality, Environment, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies establish <\/span><b>compliance with legal requirements and continuous improvement of customer satisfaction as fundamental pillars<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with the aim of building stable and collaborative relationships. All of this is achieved <\/span><b>while minimizing the environmental impact of our activities and ensuring that employees perform their work in a safe environment.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Management constantly monitors customer satisfaction, the company&#8217;s environmental performance, and OHS indicators. It is also committed to providing the necessary resources to meet these objectives, which are the responsibility of the entire organization.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These policies are reviewed periodically to ensure their relevance and validity. Management acts as a leader and is primarily responsible for their implementation and oversight, ensuring their proper dissemination throughout the organization by publishing them in strategic locations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA, we are firmly committed to the Integrated Management System (IMS), taking responsibility for ensuring its effectiveness. To do so, we act in this line:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Policies and objectives aligned with the context and business strategy, integrating IMS requirements into business processes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A process-based approach and a risk management mindset, providing the necessary resources to achieve expected results and fostering continuous improvement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identification and compliance with customer requirements as well as applicable legal regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevention of accidents and protection of workers&#8217; health, ensuring safe work environments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear emphasis on effective environmental management, meeting environmental management system requirements.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are convinced that <\/span><b>occupational risk prevention is an investment that protects our employees<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and also improves the quality of our services and the sustainability of our operations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CERTIFICATIONS_THAT_GUARANTEE_SAFETY_AND_HEALTH_IN_COMPREHENSIVE_WASTE_MANAGEMENT\"><\/span><strong>CERTIFICATIONS THAT GUARANTEE SAFETY AND HEALTH IN COMPREHENSIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16536 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-18-300x183.png\" alt=\"Semana Europea de la Seguridad y la Salud en el Trabajo TMA Seguridad Laboral Prevenci\u00f3n de Riesgos Laborales\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-18-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-18-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-18-700x428.png 700w, https:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/seguridad-y-salud-en-el-trabajo-TMA-seguridad-laboral-18.png 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/306;\" \/>TMA complies with current regulations on waste management, occupational risk prevention, and environmental protection, both in the collection and transportation of waste and in the treatment operations applied.<\/p>\n<p>The comprehensive waste management we carry out at TMA is certified by the ISO 9001 Quality Management System and the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.<\/p>\n<p>Both certifications validate the quality of our services and our commitment to the environment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compliance_with_high_standards_in_safety_and_health\"><\/span><strong>Compliance with high standards in safety and health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our commitment goes beyond that, constantly seeking continuous improvement in the safety of our employees and the work environment. We implement <\/span><b>proactive measures that allow us to anticipate risks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and offer our workers a safe and healthy environment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every TMA member receives regular training in occupational risk prevention, ensuring that everyone knows and applies the best practices to take care of themselves and others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transparency_in_our_policies\"><\/span><strong>Transparency in our policies<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At TMA, we are fully transparent about the policies we follow in carrying out our work. By providing public access to our policies and procedures, such as the Code of Ethics and the Integrated Manual of Quality, Environment, and Occupational Health and Safety, we demonstrate how our actions align with our corporate values and strengthen the trust our clients and employees place in us. You can view our Policy Statement, the TMA Group&#8217;s management manual, and the business Code of Ethics below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/POLITICA-GRUPO-TMA-2023-2024.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Policy Statement<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/MANUAL-SIG-CMASST-.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Integrated Manual of Quality, Environment, and Occupational Health and Safety<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Codigo-Etico.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Code of Ethics<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quality_and_excellence_certifications\"><\/span><strong>Quality and excellence certifications\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/certifications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Each of our certifications<\/a><\/strong> represents a joint effort by the entire TMA team to achieve excellence in our operations and meet the highest standards in environment, quality, and occupational health and safety.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We consider these aspects to be very important factors that we must take into account to carry out our work properly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>ISO 9001<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guarantees that we maintain the highest quality standards in our processes, while <\/span><b>ISO 14001 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">certifies our dedication to environmental protection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With <\/span><b>ISO 45001<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we demonstrate our commitment to the safety and well-being of our workers. In addition, we are recognized by the <\/span><b>Efficiency Network<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the Barcelona Port Authority (APB). We have also created an Environmental Best Practices Manual, known to every worker in the company, with the aim of transferring good practices from the professional realm to personal and family life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These recognitions allow us to continue innovating and improving, offering a reliable service that respects the environment and people, contributing to sustainable and responsible development.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>We will continue to innovate and adopt new measures to ensure that health and safety in the workplace remain an essential pillar in our mission to lead waste management.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>We take care of our clients and we take care of the environment.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>We are much more than comprehensive waste management.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you need efficient waste management or more information about the services we offer at TMA?<\/strong> Write to us at comercial@tma.es and we will be happy to provide you with a personalized proposal, fully adapted to your needs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Discover our comprehensive <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/non-hazardous-waste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waste Management Services<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Follow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/tma-tecnologia-medio-ambiente\/?viewAsMember=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>TMA&#8217;s LinkedIn<\/strong><\/a>. Subscribe to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCW93hZPhc7c6BJIJ1L61_Qw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>YouTube channel<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/tma.es\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/a>, we will be happy to advise and inform you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As every year, during the European Week for Safety and Health at Work, we reflect on the crucial role that&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":69,"featured_media":16540,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1370,55,79],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-16565","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-compromiso-ambiental-tma-en","category-informacion-corporativa-en","category-calidad-y-prevencion-en"],"acf":[],"post_mailing_queue_ids":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16565","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/69"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16565"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16565\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16540"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16565"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16565"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tma.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16565"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}