Principles of the Integrated Management System Policy in the environmental area
An individualised approach to the management of the area of environment and climate change has been introduced in the companies of the Budimex Capital Group. adapted to the characteristics of the business model of these entities.
In the system in force at Budimex SA. the axis of which is the Principles of the Integrated Management System Policy. the basic assumptions are:
Budimex SA carries out its activities based on adopted environmental procedures. instructions and standards. Environmental management principles and requirements have been defined in relation to operating activities – the execution of construction contracts. ‘Budimex Environmental Protection Standards’ regulate the principles of proper protection of water. soil. air and biodiversity during construction works and auxiliary processes. Environmental standards at Budimex SA concern:
storing hazardous waste in an environmentally safe manner;
equipping construction sites with an environmental kit to deal efficiently with minor spills and leaks in order to prevent environmental pollution;
safe handling of liquid fuels during transport. storage and refuelling of equipment and vehicles;
organisation of works causing emission of dust into the air in order to reduce dust nuisance;
safe handling of hazardous substances during the transport. storage and use of these substances;
organisation of work generating noise emissions to reduce noise nuisance;
organisation of works causing vibration to reduce vibration nuisance;
organisation of works in proximity to still and flowing waters in order to make works in a river bed or in the basin of a lake. pond or sea as well as on the shoreline of watercourses and reservoirs safe for the aquatic environment;
organisation of drainage works from temporary drains to protect standing and flowing waters from pollution discharged with groundwater and surface water (e.g. emission of suspended solids);
cleaning vehicle wheels of mud and devices contaminated with concrete. cement-lime mixtures or gypsum in a manner that is safe for the aquatic and groundwater environment;
ensuring that trees and shrubs are effectively protected from damage or destruction during construction works;
ensuring effective protection and minimising losses to amphibian populations during construction work;
clearly and comprehensibly marking waste collection sites. environmental protection infrastructure and environmental monitoring sites.
Prior to the commencement of construction work. the environmental aspects to be monitored are identified. On the basis of the identified potential environmental hazards and the environmental impact of the planned construction work. an ‘Environmental Task Plan’ is agreed internally as part of the Safety and Health Plan. The Environmental Tasks Plan defines the type of emissions and indicates the risks and protective and minimising measures for the environmental impact during the construction works. in the following areas:
the interaction of the construction site with the surroundings and the method of limiting the nuisance caused by the execution of the construction works. and an analysis of the environment of the construction site and back office in terms of its proximity to an industrial plant with increased or high risk. the occurrence of an industrial accident or a plant with an increased sanitary regime. and an indication of the method of action in such cases;
the emission of waste with an indication of the methods of reducing these emissions and the means of protecting the environment against the effects of the waste produced and stored;
emissions of pollutants to air and noise and vibration. with an indication of the safeguards;
consumption of raw materials and materials. taking into account the cost-effective management and use of recycled materials;
the use of land and soil. with an indication of how to organise the construction sites in such a way as to ensure the economical use of the land and the restoration of the site to its original state on completion of the construction work. The procedure to use to handle contaminated soil is indicated;
the use of water and the disposal of wastewater. taking into account the safest water supply and sewage disposal for the construction site under the given conditions. and how to safeguard the groundwater environment during the construction work;
handling of hazardous substances with an indication of precautions;
impact on biodiversity with an indication of measures to reduce and minimise such impacts;
impact on cultural heritage with an indication of measures to limit and minimise these impacts;
the occurrence of potential emergency situations with an indication of the emergency equipment to be used in such a situation.
the use of water and the disposal of wastewater. taking into account the safest water supply and sewage disposal for the construction site under the given conditions. and how to safeguard the groundwater environment during the construction work;
Each Budimex SA organisational unit for which factors with environmental and climate impact have been identified is responsible for implementing the operational activities set out in the Safety and Health Plan. The Company regularly assesses the environmental impact of its own activities and takes appropriate countermeasures to minimise threats. if any. A large part of the Company’s environmental impact is generated by suppliers of services and products. therefore it is important for Budimex SA to agree and cooperate with its business partners also in terms of environmental protection. Business partners are pre-qualified. i.e. assessed to verify their activities with environmental regulations. Suppliers. when deciding to cooperate. undertake to act in accordance with the Budimex standard. i.e. the rules applicable in the Company (procedures. instructions. other internal regulations). All suppliers who operate in the area of the Company’s investments undergo training on waste management and treatment in the event of an accident in the environment. The supplier’s experience and responsibility. e.g. in the area of the environment. are assessed.
The basic aspects of the Integrated Management System Policy in the area of environment at Mostostal Kraków SA are:
continuous reduction of the impact of the company’s activities on the environment;
regularly raising the environmental awareness of employees and suppliers;
compliance with the requirements and obligations arising from the applicable legislation and standards;
protection of natural resources by reducing waste and the consumption of water. electricity and fuels.
The Company’s response to the above challenges is the procedures developed and implemented:
organisation and management of the environment on the contract;
detailed rules for recording fixed assets and lowvalue items containing controlled substances;
identification and qualification of environmental aspects;
environmental monitoring and measurement;
emission reporting and monitoring of the environmental effect;
environmental accidents and incidents.
instructions for the qualification and management of materials sourced as part of the works;
A large part of Mostostal Kraków SA’s environmental impact is related to the operation of Steel Structures Plant in Kraków and Kleszczów. In this area. work is carried out by both Mostostal Kraków SA’s own strength and business partners. Suppliers are trained in the Company’s environmental protection procedures. including the principles of dealing with environmental accidents.
The basic aspects of the Environmental Protection Policy are:
commitment to environmental protection. including the prevention of accidents. pollution and fulfilment of compliance obligations.
continuous improvement of the environmental performance of the system.
continuous improvement of the quality and environmental management system to improve environmental performance both at the management level and in all employee activities;
The principles of the environmental management system policy. based on the requirements of Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2018/1147 of 10 August 2018. establishing conclusions on best available techniques (BAT) for waste treatment. concern:
The Company’s response to the above challenges is the procedures developed and implemented:
procedure for the control and means of limiting pollutants discharged into the environment in the form of emissions of gases. dust and wastewater;
procedure for handling waste;
management plan in the event of failure;
odour management plan;
noise management plan;
energy efficiency plan.
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