Environment & sustainability

General statement

Rubb Buildings Ltd recognises that all of our operations inevitably have an effect on the local, regional, and global environment
We are therefore committed to reducing this impact by the implementation of effective coordinated management control, continuous improvement and the maximum possible reduction in pollution
Environmental regulations, laws, and codes of practice will be regarded as setting the minimum standards of environmental performance

Strategy and action plan

The aim is to work towards improvement in environmental performance by employees and to encourage support from suppliers and clients
The main focus will be to reduce consumption and improve efficiency in our manufacturing plant
We shall consider the environmental impact of our products at all stages of their life cycle – from design to manufacturing, customer use and finally disposal.

Principles

Senior management sets out the responsibility for environmental performance and develops and maintains an adequate system of management, measurement, and improvements
All actions will comply with relevant regulations
Business is conducted with due regard to the environment, its habitat and biodiversity
The business operations are regularly assessed for compliance, performance, and achievements of targets
Environmental considerations are taken into account in all major business decisions
Employees are encouraged to work in an environmentally responsible manner
Suppliers are encouraged to operate in an environmentally responsible manner and such encouragement is made a condition of any supply
Customers are made aware of all environmental information for their specific projects
Environmental management will be a topic during the directors’ annual general meeting

Management

The Group CEO will assume the overall responsibility for the environmental performance of the company. They will assess the business regularly for compliance with this policy

Resources

The aim is to reduce the use of energy through awareness programmes, design, improved equipment, travel, transport and other working practices
Reduce the use of materials by design and good working practice
Reduce, re-use or recycle solid waste where economically and environmentally sensible. When these options are not available, dispose of waste in the most responsible manner
Favour supplies derived from recycled materials or renewable resources. Avoid all supplies from any endangered species
Restrict the use of hazardous substances. Where such substances are unavoidable, train staff in their handling and disposal and take precautions to minimize any spillages
All hazardous waste and waste oil shall be collected and recycled through a licensed contractor
Reduce as far as reasonably practical the level of harmful or nuisance emissions
Take all precautions to prevent the contamination of water and sewerage systems
Maintain a positive and good relationship with neighbours and local communities
Introduce contingency plans for major incidents to reduce their environmental impact

Training

Rubb will implement our policies through guidelines and training. The policy will be disseminated to employees via team meetings, posters, and specific training sessions, where the need for sound environmental practice will be encouraged

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We are committed to reducing this impact by implementation of management controls and continuous improvement in our processes and product designs.

Our goal will be to foster an environment where employees, suppliers and customers are committed to long term improvement in environmental performance.

Sustainable systems