WESTERN MATERIALS HANDLING & EQUIPMENT LTD. HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT | | Safety is an important issue at Western Materials Handling & Equipment Ltd. People are our most important asset - their safety is our greatest responsibility. | We can and must complete our work without accidents and in full compliance with all legislation and policy. To accomplish this goal, Western Materials Handling & Equipment Ltd. is committed to the administration of a comprehensive health and safety program, promoting the well being of all employees and reducing occupational risks. Protecting employees, the public and the environment is our number one concern. Western Materials Handling will not knowingly assign or allow an employee to work in an unsafe work environment. | Safety is a partnership. Management and employees share the burden of accountability and responsibility. Those responsibilities are (outlined) in our Health and Safety Policy Manual. Performance appraisal will always consider each worker's contribution to our health and safety management system. The success of Western Materials Handling's safety program relies on management's commitment to promote safe work conditions, recognize and enforce all legislation. Each employee is required to know and engage in safe working practices, in keeping with corporate Job Hazard Analysis. | Western Materials Handling will continue to create and provide necessary programs and information that will promote an injury-free workplace. These will include: | - Management Leadership and Organizational Commitment
- Hazard Identification, Assessment and Control
- Ongoing Worksite Inspections
- Qualifications, Orientation and Training
- Emergency Response
- Event Recording and Investigation
- Program Administration
| It is our belief that all accidents and personal injuries are preventable. Together we will achieve a safe and healthful work environment that protects the well being of Western Materials Handling's employees and the public. | Kirk Hudson CEO
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