At ServiceMaster, we put people first. The health, safety, and welfare of our customers, employees, and the people of the communities we serve are paramount. That is why we take our commitment to the environment seriously and have developed specific principles to guide us in our restoration services. We ensure our employees have the training, skills and knowledge necessary to adhere to the following principles:
1. Maintain Compliance
We are committed to complying with all
applicable environmental regulations and with all internal environmental policies and
procedures.
2. Ensure the Safety and Well-being of our Customers and Employees
We maintain a work environment where risks are understood and minimized and where
adherence to safe work practices is expected and commended. We are committed to
providing our employees with the tools, training, and support they need to do their jobs
safely, effectively and efficiently.
3. Consider the Environmental, Health, and Safety Issues in the Products and
Methods We Use
We provide safe, effective, quality services through
the use of proven methods and tested products. We strive to be a leader in understanding
the environmental, health and safety issues of the products and methods we use by
staying abreast of scientific research and trends in new product development.
4. Use and Dispose of Products Safely
We believe the safe use and
disposal of our products is vital to protecting the environment. We provide our
employees with the resources to safely manage the products we use.
5. Monitor our Progress
The ServiceMaster Board of Directors
monitors the effectiveness of and compliance with our environmental stewardship
principles. They audit the methods used by management to monitor, support, and adhere to
the environmental stewardship principles throughout the company.
6. Minimize Waste through Reuse and Recycling
We are committed to
reuse and recycling to reduce waste and we will help our businesses employ these
practices as well.
Environmental stewardship is a principle embedded in our corporate philosophy. At ServiceMaster, we recognize the value of our natural environment by practicing and promoting sound and responsible environmental stewardship.