Aspect and Impact Survey in Chemistry Laboratory

Abstract

The growing concern with environmental management has led several institutions, including the Federal Institute of Amazonas (IFAM), to consider methodologies related to the Environmental Management System (EMS), such as ISO 14001. This study conducted a survey of environmental aspects and impacts in the Organic Chemistry Laboratory of IFAM – Campus Manaus Centro (CMC), using the interaction matrix and the FMEA method for failure analysis. The results indicated that 90% of the analyzed impacts were classified as significant risks, including failures in the exhaust system and the absence of a Waste Management Plan (WMP). The study recommends implementing a WMP, maintaining exhaust equipment, and training users to mitigate environmental impacts and health risks.