VALUING SAFETY
At TRC , we understand that our success depends on our ability to provide a culture where safety is inherent at all levels of the organization . Our Executive Safety Council provides oversight and leadership for the safety program at TRC . The council meets monthly and is led by TRC ’ s National Safety Director . TRC ’ s National Safety Director and Chief Risk Officer also provide a detailed report of incidents , best practices and safety metrics to our Board of Directors on a quarterly basis .
TRC ’ s Office Safety Coordinator ( OSC ) network continues to provide an effective method of implementing new safety programs as well communicating safe work strategies to employees . The OSC network , comprised of more than 90 members , continues to provide safety leadership and support throughout our company . OSCs facility our health and safety management system by providing local resources to project managers and project teams . Each year , TRC hosts an OSC conference which is used to provide professional development networking , and recognition for supporting TRC ’ s safety program .
We also continue to use our safety recognition program to identify best practices and promote safety leadership throughout the organization . Employees who are nominated through the program often receive commendation at a local team meeting , are featured in TRC ’ s employee newsletter or in one of TRC ’ s safety bulletins communicated to all employees , and / or receive a monetary gift / award .
TRC ’ s Safety Coordinator Team
Health and Safety Management System
At TRC , we understand that the safety of our employees and subcontractors is paramount to the success of our company . We are committed to achieving superior safety performance and are confident that our safety culture and our Health and Safety Management System will help us provide a working environment that allows each employee to return home safe every day .
Our commitment to environmental , health , and safety compliance is expressed in our
EHS Policy
TRC ’ s Health and Safety Management System is one of continuous improvement and starts with a corporate-wide commitment to safety . The success of TRC ’ s Health and Safety Management system is hallmarked by the following key elements :
Executive Safety Council – TRC has established an Executive Safety Council that includes our CEO , CRO / General Counsel , senior representatives from each of our four Sectors , and a representative from Human Resources . The Council meets regularly and is led by TRC ’ s National Safety Director . The charter of the Council is to :
■ Promote awareness of safety issues
■ Set strategy , goals , and objectives
■ Ensure compliance with standards
■ Monitor results and ensure that appropriate responses to issues are taken
■ Represent and communicate safety to the rest of the company
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