Integrated Polymer Solutions W.L.L. (IPS) is committed to carrying out its bituminous-material operations safely and responsibly, preventing work-related injury and ill health, preventing pollution, protecting the environment and continually improving its Integrated Management System in accordance with its QHSE Policy and applicable legal, regulatory and other requirements.
Provide safe and healthy working conditions, identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective controls to eliminate hazards and reduce occupational health and safety risks.
Prevent accidents, injuries, occupational ill health, fires and uncontrolled releases through safe work practices, equipment maintenance, training, supervision and appropriate PPE.
Maintain emergency preparedness and response arrangements for foreseeable events, including bitumen or chemical spills, fire and other incidents, and conduct drills as planned.
Prevent pollution and minimize dust, emissions, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), noise, wastewater, spills and waste arising from IPS activities.
Handle and store bitumen, chemicals, fuels and other materials responsibly using suitable containment, housekeeping and spill-control measures.
Conserve energy, water and natural resources; reduce waste and promote reuse and recycling where practicable.
Comply with applicable environmental and occupational health and safety legislation, permit conditions, customer requirements and other obligations.
Provide information, instruction, training and consultation so employees understand their responsibilities; encourage reporting of hazards, near misses and incidents.
Work with contractors, suppliers, customers and other interested parties to promote safe practices and improved environmental performance.
Set and review measurable safety and environmental objectives, monitor performance, investigate incidents and nonconformities, and implement corrective actions for continual improvement.
This policy applies to all IPS employees and, as relevant, contractors and persons working for or on behalf of IPS. It shall be communicated, implemented and maintained throughout the organization, made available to relevant interested parties, and reviewed periodically for continuing suitability.
