West Cheshire Cleaning Services regard the protection of the environment as an important responsibility and is committed to complying with the spirit, as well as the letter of the law. West Cheshire Cleaning Services also recognises that there are many aspects where a positive approach to environmental issues can contribute to the greater efficiency of its operation.

Protection of the environment is a responsibility shared between every employee in The Company.

To meet its specific responsibilities, West Cheshire Cleaning Services will:

• Define policy, procedures and accountabilities to ensure continual improvement.
• Take appropriate steps to ensure compliance with the Environmental Protection Act and its regulations.
• Build expertise and knowledge across the company through training and education.
• Investigate and report accidents and incidents of an environmental nature, and implement solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Take appropriate steps to assess and manage risks.
• Ensure adequate communication with customers, employees, suppliers, the community and relevant enforcement and advisory agencies.

Key areas for attention include:

• The minimisation of emissions to air, water and land.
• The management of waste products and materials.
• The conservation of resources and energy.
• Working methods and processes.

The manager of each business unit or location, in addition to meeting the responsibilities defined above, will:

• Clearly establish by personal example his/her commitment to protecting the environment.
• Ensure that site audits are regularly carried out to assess and monitor risk to the environment.
• Provide employees with adequate information, instruction and training.

 

E Conroy
Managing Director
Date : 4th January 2011