Friday 08 August 2008
Environmental Policy
CEME is an innovative urban regeneration project that supports the development of individuals and organisations – with a specific focus on the Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology sector. CEME is a not-for-profit organisation that operates for the benefit of the public and for the Thames gateway region. CEME considers environmental management to be of prime importance and is committed to the prevention of pollution & continual improvement in environmental management whilst providing the service delivery of:
1. Programme Management
2. Occupancy Management 3. Conference and Events Management.
It is the policy of CEME to:
1. Pursue high standards of environmental management as an integral part of efficient business management.
2. Comply with all legislation and other requirements pertaining to the environmental aspects of the company.
3. Develop systems and procedures that deliver the high standards sought and in particular provide for:
• The prevention of polluting emissions to air, land or water. • The control of noise, dust, fumes or other nuisance or environmental impact which may cause offence to the local community or environment. • Waste minimisation. • Management of waste disposal including recycling where appropriate. • Suitable arrangements for the selection, use, handling, storage and transport of articles and hazardous substances. • Adequate information, instruction, training and supervision to enable all environmental aspects of the company to be controlled by persons with the necessary competence. • Clear channels of communication for all matters pertaining to environmental management. • Promoting best practice environmental management to all customers, students, visitors, contractors and members of the public.
4. Develop, review and implement clear environmental objectives including:
• Waste minimisation • Recycling and waste management Energy Consumption • Environmental audits & monitoring of performance
5. Review and if necessary, revise this policy and the objectives on an annual basis.
The Chief Executive has overall responsibility for this policy but all persons who work within or come in contact with CEME during their normal activities have a responsibility to take reasonable care of his, or her activity with reference to the environmental aspects of the company.
The Operations Director has responsibility for the implementation of this policy through line managers and supervisory staff.
CEME will produce and update detailed organisation structure and responsibility charts in support of implementation of this policy.
The co-operation and commitment of everyone is essential in order to establish, maintain and continually improve effective standards of environmental management.
Bill Williams – Chief Executive.