EHS for Manufacturing in Mexico
Provide your multi-site team with a single system to anticipate renewals, assign responsible parties, and demonstrate compliance with audit-ready evidence, configured for the regulatory reality of your industry in Mexico.
Four authorities. 41+ NOMs. One plant trying to comply.
Manufacturing compliance is a volume challenge: from 80 permits per site to more than 300 corporate requirements. Each plant faces different authorities and cycles; NAPSsoft unifies this fragmentation into a single evidence standard.
STPS
Secretariat of Labor and Social Welfare
The primary authority enforcing 41 mandatory NOMs. Highlights include NOM-002 (fire), NOM-004 (machinery) and the new NOM-017 (PPE 2025). Requires dedicated EHS staff and Safety and Hygiene Commissions. NAPSsoft organizes records and logs avoiding fines of up to 5,000 UMAs.
SEMARNAT
Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources
Regulates environmental impact through the MIA, the Unified Environmental License (LAU) and the annual COA report. Hazardous waste registration (NOM-052) and emissions monitoring are mandatory. PROFEPA conducts unannounced inspections and has authority to shut down for any violation.
COFEPRIS
Federal Commission for Protection against Sanitary Risks
Mandatory for food, pharma and medical device manufacturers. Oversees Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and the new NOM-241-SSA1-2025. Aligned with USMCA and PIC/S, it issues critical health licenses. The platform tracks every inspection and active health registration.
Civil Protection + Municipal
Continuity and Local Compliance
Controls local operations through the Internal Civil Protection Program and municipal business licenses. Classifies risks by site and requires trained brigades with emergency response plans. NAPSsoft adapts the catalog to the specific municipal regulation.
WHY MANUFACTURING IS DIFFERENT
Depth per plant. Breadth across plants.
EHS compliance in manufacturing combines per-site complexity with the multi-location challenge. Each plant has a deep profile: NOMs, environmental permits, safety programs and training. With multiple plants in different states, that depth multiplies.
Dynamic NOM catalog per site
Not all standards apply to every plant. We configure your catalog by industry: from COFEPRIS for food to NOM-004 and 005 for auto parts.
New NOM-017 (PPE 2025)
The PPE standard requires certified equipment and biological risk analysis. We help manufacturers update their mandatory protection matrix.
NOM-035: Psychosocial Risk
Manage stress factors and organizational climate to avoid fines of up to $27,000 USD. The STPS inspects this compliance throughout the manufacturing industry.
SEMARNAT Enforcement
COA reporting and waste management (NOM-052) are under scrutiny. Avoid PROFEPA shutdowns through real-time digital tracking of manifests, emissions, and water discharges.
USMCA and ISO Audits
Global OEMs require evidence of ISO 14001 and 45001. Centralize your documentation to pass customer audits and be a reliable supplier in the supply chain.
Five manufacturing sectors.
Five distinct risk profiles.
Automotive and Auto Parts Manufacturing
Mexico is the world's 7th largest vehicle producer and a leading exporter to the US. With hundreds of OEM and Tier 1/2/3 plants, the sector faces the most complex EHS profiles: heavy machinery (stamping/assembly), chemical substances (solvents/adhesives), and high-risk work. Environmental compliance requires strict management of VOC emissions, hazardous waste, and water discharge treatment.
Key Risk
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
Paint booth operations, LOTO, and confined spaces are the areas with the most sanctioned violations by the STPS.
Environmental fines for VOC emissions and improper waste disposal can reach severe amounts.
OEM audits that require documented and updated EHS compliance evidence per plant.
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
Configure the NOM catalog by plant type: stamping, painting, assembly, and machining.
Link LAU permits, waste manifests, and COA along with safety NOMs in a single workflow.
Generate evidence packages ready for both government inspections and OEM customer audits.
Key Permits/NOMs:
ISO 45001
ISO 14001
STPS occupational safety
Hazardous waste (NOM-052)
Environmental license (LAU)
Water discharge + COA
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
From dairy to meat processors, the sector faces a critical regulatory intersection. COFEPRIS enforces NOM-251-SSA1 (hygiene), issues health licenses, and monitors traceability, allergens, and cold chain. This management converges with STPS labor safety and SEMARNAT environmental compliance for wastewater discharges, emissions, and organic waste.
Key Risk
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
COFEPRIS can shut down a food plant immediately for hygiene violations, and product recalls damage brand value across the entire chain.
Cold chain failures for perishables result in product seizures.
SEMARNAT fines for wastewater violations are frequent in food processing.
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
Add COFEPRIS food safety compliance to the manufacturing NOM catalog.
Track health licenses, food handler certifications, and GMP history, alongside STPS safety and SEMARNAT environmental obligations.
One platform for the triple compliance burden: safety, environmental, and food.
Key Permits/NOMs:
COFEPRIS health license
NOM-251 Food Hygiene
Food handlers
STPS occupational safety
SEMARNAT wastewater discharge
Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing
Under COFEPRIS supervision, this sector operates with the rigor of NOM-241-SSA1-2025 (effective November 2025) and GMP guidelines aligned with PIC/S and USMCA. Plants manage cleanroom environments, controlled substances, and strict batch traceability. Non-compliance with these practices or failures in documentation and corrective actions can lead to the revocation of health licenses and production line shutdowns.
Key Risk
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
COFEPRIS GMP inspections are the most rigorous in Mexico, and losing certification stops production entirely.
Mexican GMP failures can affect access to the US market under FDA-COFEPRIS recognition via USMCA/PIC/S.
Pharmaceutical waste requires SEMARNAT-regulated handling.
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
Structure GMP compliance along with EHS requirements in a single catalog.
Track COFEPRIS inspection cycles, cleanroom validations, controlled substance permits, and health officer records.
Link SEMARNAT pharmaceutical waste manifests and STPS safety programs in a single platform.
Key Permits/NOMs:
COFEPRIS health license
Pharmaceutical GMP (NOM-059)
Medical device GMP (NOM-241)
Health officer
Controlled substances
Chemical and Plastics Manufacturing
Chemical and plastics manufacturers in Mexico face the strictest STPS and SEMARNAT requirements. Operating with solvents or inflammables requires compliance with NOM-005, NOM-018, NOM-010, and NOM-028. As high-risk activities, PROFEPA aggressively enforces response plans and waste management. Any spill or excess emission can cause the immediate closure of the plant.
Key Risk
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
NOM-028 for high-risk operations requires critical safety systems; omitting them allows PROFEPA to permanently close the plant.
EHS failures in the chemical sector cause serious incidents such as explosions, toxic leaks, and fatalities that halt business continuity.
Insurers and international clients condition their contracts and coverage on the existence of robust and documented regulatory compliance.
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
Configure a high-risk catalog that includes SDS management, hazardous substance inventories, and exposure monitoring in one platform.
Structure SEMARNAT emergency response plans and prevention programs along with STPS safety standards.
Centralize all technical evidence needed to respond quickly to both government audits and insurance inspections.
Key Permits/NOMs:
Process safety (NOM-028)
Confined spaces (NOM-033)
Environmental license (LAU)
Hazardous waste (NOM-052)
Soil contamination
Electronics and Aerospace Manufacturing
The electronics and aerospace industries in Mexico, under the IMMEX program, operate with global export standards. Their EHS compliance combines precision manufacturing (cleanrooms and ESD control) with industrial safety for welding and surface treatment. In addition to STPS and SEMARNAT standards, the aerospace sector requires certifications such as AS9100 and NADCAP, where documented EHS evidence is mandatory to maintain international accreditations and contracts.
Key Risk
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
The handling of lead, flux, and controlled solvents generates critical exposure that, without traceability, leads to serious SEMARNAT violations.
Managing EHS evidence on paper puts aerospace certifications like AS9100 or NADCAP at risk, which are essential for maintaining global contracts.
The lack of digital documentation during certification audits can cause the immediate loss of licenses to operate under the IMMEX program.
HOW NAPSSOFT SOLVES IT
Manage the intersection of STPS NOMs, SEMARNAT environmental compliance, and specific aerospace certification requirements in the cloud.
Track chemical inventories, SDS updates, and hazardous waste manifests through a centralized and accurate digital platform.
Consolidate all compliance evidence required for the IMMEX program and international standards, facilitating error-free audits.
Key Permits/NOMs:
AS9100 / NADCAP
ISO 45001 / ISO 14001
IMMEX Compliance
Controlled substances
STPS occupational safety
SEMARNAT hazardous waste
configured for your industry
From compliance folders to industrial-grade control.
A system that understands manufacturing in Mexico, not a generic document manager that you have to adapt yourself.
Digital EHS Unification
Business Continuity
Operational Scalability
Audits Inspections
Tracking of 41 NOMs
Configure by Plant Type
Permit Catalog — Manufacturing
Comprehensive database of permits and NOMs applicable to manufacturing in Mexico.
Final catalogs are configured by plant type, processes, materials, and municipality during onboarding.
| NOM-001-STPS – Buildings, premises, and facilities at work centers | STPS | Ongoing | Medium | Inspection evidence |
| NOM-002-STPS – Fire prevention and protection | STPS | Ongoing | Critical | Program + fire risk study |
| NOM-004-STPS – Protection systems and safety devices on machinery and equipment | STPS | Ongoing | Critical | Guards + LOTO procedures |
| NOM-005-STPS – Handling of hazardous chemicals | STPS | Ongoing | Critical | Handling procedures + HDS/SDS |
| NOM-006-STPS – Material handling and storage | STPS | Ongoing | High | Forklift certifications + procedures |
| NOM-009-STPS – Work at heights | STPS | Ongoing | Critical | Training + equipment certificates |
| NOM-010-STPS – Chemical agents contaminating the work environment | STPS | Periodic | High | Monitoring reports |
| NOM-017-STPS – Personal protective equipment (2024 update) | STPS | Ongoing | High | Certified PPE + risk matrix |
| NOM-018-STPS – Harmonized system for the identification and communication of hazards and risks from hazardous chemical substances | STPS | Ongoing | High | HDS/SDS system + labeling |
| NOM-019-STPS – Safety and hygiene commission | STPS | Ongoing | High | Commission minutes and records |
| NOM-026-STPS – Safety and hygiene colors and signs | STPS | Ongoing | Medium | Signage plan + photographs |
| NOM-028-STPS – Safety in processes and critical equipment handling hazardous chemical substances | STPS | Ongoing | Critical | Safety management system |
| NOM-029-STPS – Maintenance of electrical installations | STPS | Ongoing | High | Maintenance logs |
| NOM-030-STPS – Preventive occupational health and safety services | STPS | Ongoing | High | Annual safety program |
| NOM-033-STPS – Work in confined spaces | STPS | Ongoing | Critical | Entry permits + monitoring |
| NOM-035-STPS – Psychosocial risk factors | STPS | Ongoing | High | Evaluation + action plan |
| NOM-036-1-STPS – Ergonomic risk factors due to manual handling of loads | STPS | Ongoing | Medium | Risk analysis + controls |
| Health license | COFEPRIS | Per facility | Critical | License (food/pharma/medical devices) |
| Good Manufacturing Practices Certification (BPM/GMP) | COFEPRIS | Periodic | Critical | GMP Certificate (pharma/devices) |
| NOM-251-SSA1 – Hygiene practices for processing foods, beverages, or dietary supplements | COFEPRIS | Ongoing | Critical | Hygiene program (food manufacturing only) |
| NOM-241-SSA1 – Good manufacturing practices for medical devices | COFEPRIS | Periodic | Critical | NOM-241 Certification (medical devices) |
| Unified Environmental License (LAU) / atmospheric emissions | SEMARNAT | Per facility | Critical | License + monitoring |
| Registration as a hazardous waste generator | SEMARNAT | Registration | Critical | NOM-052 classification + manifests |
| Annual Operation Certificate (COA) | SEMARNAT | Annual | High | Evidence of submission |
| Wastewater discharge permit | CONAGUA / Municipality | Variable | High | Permit + sampling |
| Environmental Impact Assessment (MIA) | SEMARNAT | Per project | High | Resolution + conditions |
| Accident Prevention Program (PPA) | SEMARNAT | For high-risk activities | Critical | Complete program (chemicals) |
| Internal Civil Protection Program | State/Municipal Civil Protection | Annual | High | Plan + drills + brigades |
| Emergency response plan | Civil Protection / STPS | Ongoing | High | Plan + drill records |
| Municipal operating license | Municipality | Variable | Medium | License + receipts |
| Land use / zoning | Municipality | Variable | Medium | Land use certificate |
| Work accident report | IMSS | Per event | High | Reports + investigation |
Not all permits apply to all plant types. The catalog is configured by manufacturing vertical and processes during onboarding. Critical = risk of shutdown. High = fines + restrictions. Medium = administrative
Ideal profiles for NAPSsoft EHS in manufacturing.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices
Facilities under COFEPRIS GMP supervision. Integrate product compliance and NOM-241-SSA1 with standard industrial safety requirements.
Food and Beverage
Processing facilities with triple regulatory burden: hygiene NOM-251 (COFEPRIS), occupational safety STPS, and environmental SEMARNAT for wastewater and organic waste.
Automotive: OEM and Tier 1-3
Vehicle, engine, and stamping plants with complex EHS profiles. Centralize NOM compliance for painting, welding, and assembly within global supply chains.
Chemicals and Plastics
High-risk operations managing hazardous substances and NOM-028 process safety. Protection against SEMARNAT inspections and PROFEPA audits.
Multi-plant Operators
Companies with 3 to 15+ plants across different states. Unify the regulatory inventory into a single corporate dashboard to manage compliance at scale.
Electronics and Aerospace
IMMEX operations requiring technical evidence for AS9100 and NADCAP. Cleanroom management, ESD control, and safety for composite materials.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices
Facilities under COFEPRIS GMP supervision. Integrate product compliance and NOM-241-SSA1 with standard industrial safety requirements.
Food and Beverage
Processing facilities with triple regulatory burden: hygiene NOM-251 (COFEPRIS), occupational safety STPS, and environmental SEMARNAT for wastewater and organic waste.
Automotive: OEM and Tier 1-3
Vehicle, engine, and stamping plants with complex EHS profiles. Centralize NOM compliance for painting, welding, and assembly within global supply chains.
Chemicals and Plastics
High-risk operations managing hazardous substances and NOM-028 process safety. Protection against SEMARNAT inspections and PROFEPA audits.
Multi-plant Operators
Companies with 3 to 15+ plants across different states. Unify the regulatory inventory into a single corporate dashboard to manage compliance at scale.
Electronics and Aerospace
IMMEX operations requiring technical evidence for AS9100 and NADCAP. Cleanroom management, ESD control, and safety for composite materials.
All industries. All states.