HSE&S management cycle

Continuous improvement in Health, Safety, Environment & Security (HSE&S) and Product Stewardship performance is integral to sustainability, provides business value, opportunities and competitive advantages.

The implementation of the HSE&S Policy across all operations, sites and businesses, is through the AkzoNobel Health, Safety, Environment & Security Management System, which is fully integrated into the Company’s scheme of organization. Key elements are the Policy, Directives, Standards, Guidelines, Local Management Systems & Training, Measurement, Self Assessment & Audit, Performance Reporting and Policy Review.

The system augments, but does not replace HSE legislation applicable to Company activities.

Line management is responsible for HSE&S performance, the implementation of local regulatory requirements and the AkzoNobel HSE&S Policy, Directives and Standards.

Implementation is by means of:

• Equipment – Designed and Maintained. “Fit for Purpose”

• Procedures/Systems – Locally Developed and Documented. “Robust”

• People – Trained and Involved, Contributing to HSE&S Improvement. “Competent & Motivated”

Policy

Essential framework of HSE&S that sets out the course of action to be adopted in relation to HSE&S management.

Directives

Corporate Directives specify general minimum requirements, that must be strictly applied and help implementing the Policy.

Standards

Standards specify additional professional detail on requirements to be followed to fully comply with the related Directives of AkzoNobel.