APP_15 — Life-cycle Analysis¶

Document Information

Field	Value
Document Reference	APP_15
Issue Number	3
Issue Date	1 June 2026
Next Review	1 June 2027
Controlled By	Sean Ashton (HSQE Consultant)
Approved By	Aaron Mason, Director

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The IMS portal is the master source for APP_15. The Excel below is a downloadable snapshot — 14 environmental aspects mapped against 7 life-cycle stages with control / influence designations and strategic actions. Two new aspects added in 2026: Climate Adaptation and PFAS.

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Purpose¶

This document presents a life-cycle analysis of environmental aspects identified in APP_06 Aspect Identification Log, demonstrating A M Water Services Limited's control and influence across all stages of operations in accordance with ISO 14001:2015 Clause 6.1.2.

Life-Cycle Analysis Matrix¶

The following matrix maps the environmental aspects from our APP_06 Aspect Identification Log against life-cycle stages, identifying our level of control or influence at each stage.

Control/Influence Key:¶

Direct Control - We have full operational control
Influence - We can influence through specifications, requirements, or selection
Limited Influence - Minor ability to affect outcomes
No Influence - No practical control or influence
N/A - Not applicable to this life-cycle stage

Environmental Aspects Life-Cycle Matrix¶

Aspect (APP_06 Ref)	Raw Material	Design	Construction/Production	Delivery/Transport	Use	End of Life Treatment	Disposal
1. Emissions (Vehicle & plant emissions)	Influence through equipment procurement specifications	Route planning to minimise distances	Direct control through maintenance schedules and operating procedures	Direct control via route optimisation and driver training	Monitor fuel efficiency and emissions performance	Influence through vehicle replacement programme	Ensure proper decommissioning and fluid recovery
2. Waste (Excavated materials, pipes, construction waste)	Influence through material selection and supplier requirements	Design to minimise waste generation	Direct control through segregation and reuse on site	Direct control of waste transport routes and carriers	Limited influence on client waste practices	Direct control through recycling partnerships	Licensed waste facilities only, maintain waste transfer notes
3. Spillages (Fuel & oil)	No influence on fuel/oil production	Specify spill prevention in RAMS	Direct control through spill kits and bunded storage	Direct control via vehicle maintenance	Training and emergency response procedures	Proper fluid drainage before disposal	Hazardous waste contractor for contaminated materials
4. Noise (Equipment operation)	Influence through procurement of quieter equipment	Plan works to minimise noise-sensitive areas	Direct control through timing of operations and barriers	Monitor vehicle noise levels	Limited influence - maintenance advice to clients	N/A	N/A
5. Dust (Excavation & material handling)	No influence	Design to reduce excavation requirements	Direct control through dust suppression measures	Cover loads during transport	N/A	N/A	N/A
6. Water Use (Testing & dust suppression)	No influence on water supply	Specify efficient testing procedures	Direct control through metering and conservation	N/A	Monitor for leaks post-installation	N/A	N/A
7. Chemical Use (Chlorination)	Influence through supplier environmental credentials	Specify minimum chemical requirements	Direct control through dosing procedures and COSHH	Proper storage during transport	Training on correct usage	Return unused chemicals to supplier	Licensed chemical disposal only
8. Habitat Disturbance (Flora & fauna impacts)	No influence	Route selection to avoid sensitive areas	Direct control through ecological surveys and protection measures	Designated haul routes only	Limited influence through restoration quality	Habitat restoration where required	N/A
9. Energy Use (Electricity & fuel)	Procure from renewable sources where possible	Energy-efficient design principles	Direct control through equipment shut-down procedures	Monitor fuel consumption	Influence through efficient installation	N/A	N/A
10. Material Storage (Depot operations)	Influence through procurement quantities	Plan storage requirements	Direct control through storage procedures and security	N/A	Regular inspections and housekeeping	Clear obsolete stock appropriately	Recycle or approved disposal
11. Traffic Impact (Congestion)	No influence	Plan to minimise road closures	Direct control through traffic management plans	Direct control via permit compliance	Influence through quality reducing repeat visits	N/A	N/A
12. Asbestos (ACM disturbance)	No influence	Identify ACM risk in planning	Direct control through licensed contractors and notifications	Proper containment during transport	N/A	N/A	Licensed asbestos disposal only

Significant Aspects Summary¶

Based on this life-cycle analysis and the risk scores from APP_06, our most significant environmental aspects requiring priority management are:

Very High Significance (Score 20+)¶

Waste Management - Direct control across construction and disposal stages
Focus on segregation, recycling partnerships, and waste diversion

High Significance (Score 14-19)¶

Emissions - Control through fleet management and maintenance
Spillages - Prevention through proper storage and emergency response
Chemical Use - Strict dosing controls and COSHH compliance

Management Approach¶

For each life-cycle stage where we have control or influence, we shall:

Direct Control Areas
- Implement operational procedures and work instructions
- Monitor performance through KPIs
- Conduct regular inspections and audits
- Influence Areas
- Set procurement specifications and requirements
- Evaluate supplier environmental performance
- Promote best practices through the supply chain
- Limited Influence Areas
- Provide guidance and recommendations
- Share environmental information
- Encourage sustainable practices

Integration with IMS¶

This life-cycle analysis:

Links directly to APP_06 Aspect Identification Log
Guides environmental objective setting
Supports ISO 14001:2015 certification requirements

Review and Update¶

This analysis shall be reviewed:

Annually as part of management review
When significant operational changes occur
Following environmental incidents
Upon changes to legislation or standards

APP_06 Aspect Identification Log
APP_05 Risk & Opportunity Log
SOP 9.1 - Environmental Management - Aspects and Impacts
MAN01_INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IMS) MANUAL
POL_HSQE_10_ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

This document forms part of A M Water Services Limited's Integrated Management System and should be read in conjunction with the IMS Manual (MAN_01) and relevant Standard Operating Procedures.

Audit trail¶

Date	Action	By	Details
Prior	See Document Control table above	—	Historical revisions recorded separately
24/04/2026	Rev 3 drafted	Sean Ashton, HSQE Consultant	2026 annual refresh. Standardised doc-control header. Added downloadable companion file. Cross-referenced APP_05 (Risk Register), APP_09 (COSHH), APP_10 (Legal Register) where relevant. Audit trail regularised.

How this document is approved

This document is maintained under AMWS's continuous-compliance model. Substantive revisions are reviewed and signed off by the Directors at the standing weekly Director / HSQE compliance call (Sean Ashton, Onyx + Leanne Mason). Currency, cross-references and minor edits are checked at the monthly Onyx site visit. The annual Management Review (September) provides the strategic-level confirmation. Compliance is therefore continuous, not gated on a single annual meeting.

This document forms part of A M Water Services Limited's Integrated Management System. Paper copies are uncontrolled when printed.

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Word version of this controlled document (for offline / paper records):

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