Environmental & Safety Reporting
Operating a business in Thailand necessitates strict compliance with safety and environmental laws. The preparation and submission of safety and environmental data are overseen by several key regulatory bodies, such as the Department of Industrial Works (DIW), the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), and the Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP). Each authority mandates specific requirements, reporting formats, and submission deadlines that vary according to the type, size, and nature of the business.
To ensure operations are legally sound and fully compliant, business operators are responsible for the comprehensive and accurate preparation of all relevant safety and environmental reports within the specified timeframes. These reports cover critical areas, including resource utilization, waste management, pollution control, environmental impact assessments, and risk management. Providing high-quality reporting does more than just mitigate legal risks and avoid potential penalties; it serves as a vital tool in demonstrating corporate social responsibility (CSR). It enhances organizational credibility and supports long-term sustainable growth.
Our Services
Risk Assessment Report
RA report
Environmental Safety Assessment Report
ESA Report
Code of Practice
CoP
How We Work
GBP provides end-to-end services for safety and environmental reporting, with a flexible approach that tailors the scope and framework to the specific context, requirements, and unique characteristics of each organization. Our goal is to ensure seamless compliance with legal mandates and relevant industry practices with maximum efficiency.
Our reporting process is meticulous, spanning from general information gathering and production process analysis to the review of essential documents and permits. We also conduct on-site assessments to ensure that all data is accurate, comprehensive, and truly reflective of the organization's actual operational conditions.
Beyond documentation, GBP offers strategic insights and recommendations to help organizations enhance their operations in full alignment with safety and environmental regulations. This proactive approach mitigates the risk of non-compliance and ensures total readiness for inspections by regulatory authorities.
All reports are prepared by a team of specialists with deep technical expertise and extensive industry experience. We provide straightforward, law-based advisory services to help organizations manage risks, enhance credibility, and achieve long-term operational stability and sustainable growth.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A: The following establishments are mandated to comply:
| No. | Factory No. | Type or Category of Factory |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7(1), (4) | Extraction of oils from plants, animals, or animal fats, specifically those utilizing solvents in the extraction process. |
| 2 | 42(1), (2) | Production, formulation, or processing of chemicals, chemical substances, or hazardous substances. |
| 3 | 43(1), (2) | Production of fertilizers or pesticides, excluding organic fertilizers and chemical fertilizers produced without the use of Ammonium Nitrate or Potassium Chlorate. |
| 4 | 44 | Production of synthetic resins, elastomers, plastics, or synthetic fibers. |
| 5 | 45(1), (2), (3) | Production of paints, varnishes, shellacs, lacquers, or coating products, excluding water-based paints. |
| 6 | 48(4), (6) | Production of matches, explosives, fireworks, or carbon black. |
| 7 | 49 | Petroleum refineries. |
| 8 | 50(4) | Production of products derived from petroleum, coal, or lignite, excluding asphaltic concrete. |
| 9 | 89 | Production of non-natural gases for transmission or distribution. |
| 10 | 91(2) | Gas filling and packaging facilities. |
| 11 | 92 | Cold storage facilities specifically using ammonia as a refrigerant. |
| 12 | 99 | Production, repair, or modification of ammunition, explosives, or any other items with destructive power or capabilities similar to firearms and ammunition, including their components. |
A: The following establishments are mandated to comply:
| No. | Factory No. | Type or Category of Factory | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 | Distilling, rectifying, or blending spirits/liquor. | All sizes, excluding projects that have already submitted an EIA report. |
| 2 | 17 | Production of ethanol (excluding ethanol from pulp/paper waste). | All sizes, excluding projects that have already submitted an EIA report. |
| 3 | 22(1) | Carbonizing, combing, weaving, spinning, bleaching, or dyeing fibers. | Involving dyeing or bleaching with wastewater ≥ 500 m³/day. |
| 4 | 22(2) | Weaving or preparation of warp yarns for weaving. | Involving dyeing, bleaching, or printing with wastewater ≥ 500 m³/day. |
| 5 | 22(3) | Bleaching and dyeing. | Involving dyeing, bleaching, or printing with wastewater ≥ 500 m³/day. |
| 6 | 22(4) | Textile printing. | Involving dyeing, bleaching, or printing with wastewater ≥ 500 m³/day. |
| 7 | - | Knitting lace or garments; bleaching, dyeing, or finishing. | Involving bleaching, dyeing, or finishing with wastewater ≥ 500 m³/day. |
| 8 | 27(2) | Production of artificial leather or cloth (non-plastic). | All sizes. |
| 9 | 29 | Tanning, dressing, fur processing, or leather finishing. | Involving tanning/bleaching with wastewater ≥ 50 m³/day. |
| 10 | 30 | Combing, bleaching, dyeing, or finishing of animal fur/hair. | Wastewater ≥ 50 m³/day. |
| 11 | 31 | Production of carpets or fur/leather products. | Involving tanning/bleaching with wastewater ≥ 50 m³/day. |
| 12 | 32(2) | Production of fiberglass products (excluding apparel). | All sizes. |
| 13 | 38(1) | Production of pulp from wood or other materials. | Production capacity < 50 tons/day. |
| 14 | 38(2) | Production of paper, paperboard, or fiberboard. | Wastewater ≥ 50 m³/day. |
| 15 | 53(6) | Production of insulation materials. | - |
| 16 | 59 | Iron or steel smelting, casting, or rolling. | Capacity between 50 tons/day but less than 100 tons/day. |
| 17 | 60 | Non-ferrous metal smelting or refining. | Capacity between 25 tons/day but less than 50 tons/day. |
| 18 | 75 | Shipbuilding or repair. | Involving metal plating or spray painting. |
| 19 | 76 | Railway or electric train manufacturing or repair. | Involving metal plating or spray painting. |
| 20 | 78 | Motor vehicle or motorcycle manufacturing. | Involving metal plating or spray painting. |
| 21 | 88(1) | Solar power generation (excluding rooftop/building-mounted). | Installed capacity > 1,000 kW. |
| 22 | 88(2) | Thermal power generation. | All sizes, excluding projects that have already submitted an EIA report. |
| 23 | 88(3) | Hydroelectric power generation. | Capacity > 15 MW (excluding specific small-scale/run-of-river types). |
| 24 | 98 | Industrial laundry, dry cleaning, or dyeing. | Wastewater ≥ 500 m³/day. |
| 25 | 102 | Production and distribution of steam. | Capacity ≥ 10 tons/hour using biomass or coal fuel. |
| 26 | 105 | Sorting or separation of waste/used materials. | Specifically handling hazardous waste. |
| 27 | 106 | Industrial waste recycling or recovery. | Specifically handling hazardous waste. |