ALCO INC. HEALTH and SAFETY POLICY

ALCO Inc. is committed to the promotion of the health and safety and well being of all members of the company, to the provision of a safe and healthy work environment, and prevention of occupational injuries and illnesses.

The owner, and all levels of management will work in consultation and cooperation with the ALCO Inc. employees, Joint Health and Safety Committees, contractors and visitors to ensure that the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and it’s regulations, other applicable legislation, and the ALCO Inc. Health and Safety Management System are fully implemented and integrated into all ALCO Inc. properties and work sites.

ALCO Inc. will strive to exceed the legislated requirements by adopting the best-known practices available to protect the workers, contractors, and visitors and to promote a positive healthy and safe culture. ALCO Inc. will work towards continuous improvement in its health and safety program.

Managers and supervisors, whether production or administration, will take responsibility and accountability for the health and safety of those individuals under their direction and those workplaces under their charge. They will advise their employees to the best of their knowledge of the existence of potential or actual workplace hazards. And will ensure that they work safely and in accordance with all ALCO Inc. policies and procedures.

 All employee safety concerns shall be taken into serious consideration. ALCO Inc. managers and supervisors will take every foreseeable precaution in the protection of their employees from physical hazards as well as health hazards.

All ALCO Inc. employees, including contractors and visitors accept responsibility for ensuring health and safety in the workplace. Employees will work safely and in compliance with ALCO Inc. policies and procedures.

ALCO Inc. is committed to ensuring that all employees shall be directed to always conducting themselves in a responsible, safe manner, and are required to comply with all relevant legislation. Individuals who fail to meet their obligations concerning health and safety may, depending on the circumstances, face appropriate disciplinary action, up to discharge.

All employees, management included are expected to demonstrate their commitment towards a safe and healthy workplace environment by acting in compliance with this Policy.


February 16, 2011
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