We consider our environment in
everything we do,
because there is no Planet B
IMS' environmental policy
Our environmental policy covers all activities conducted on all IMS sites and by all people on those sites.
The objective of this policy is to ensure that all activities are performed in a manner that
protects the environment, promotes efficiency in the use of natural resources and energy,
minimises waste, and is in compliance with all applicable environmental legislation
Measurement systems shall be maintained so that we may be certain that we continue to conform to this policy
how we manage our environmental policy
The Environmental Management Systems shall ensure that the policy objective is achieved by:
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Anticipating environmental issues and taking appropriate action to maintain compliance with
any new laws and regulations
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Providing effective and appropriate training and instruction to all management and employees
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Maintaining programs for environmental auditing, inspection and monitoring
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Providing safe systems of work to prevent accidental releases and spillages, including discharges
to air, water and land
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Maintaining IMS' standard internationally regardless of local law
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Ensuring that IMS is actively represented on industry / government groups concerned with the
environmental impacts of our products and processes
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Considering environmental issues when planning and implementing new processes and operations
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Designing, manufacturing, storing and distributing products in a manner that protects the environment
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Maintaining a consultative process that encourages employees to participate in environmental matters
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Conserving resources by efficient use of energy and minimisation of waste
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Working with customers and community to develop recycling strategies
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Giving preference to suppliers and contractors that can demonstrate responsible and effective management
of environmental issues
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Monitoring of and compliance with all applicable licence conditions
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The appropriate maintenance and application of environmental emergency procedures
All managers and supervisors are accountable for environmental performance in their areas of control.
All sub-contractors and employees have a responsibility to follow the procedures for protecting the
environment and to report incidents and hazards to their supervisors.
