TASSAL
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Report , published annually since 2011 , Tassal addresses each one of these concerns and outlines the steps it is taking to resolve the issues . It has implemented proactive fish health strategies , worked with acoustic specialists and invested in sound mitigation , and has seen a significant reduction in bird and seal mortality because of staff training and infrastructure development .
The communities where Tassal processes and hatches fish are defined as rural or regional . Because of this , Tassal is the biggest employer in these parts of the state . Tassal continues to invest time in its social license to be upstanding , reliable members of the communities in which it operates .
Currently , Tassal is committed to several community engagement initiatives , including the Your Marine Values Project , workshops for communicating communities ’ marine environment concerns and priorities , and Skilling Tasmania for a Sustainable Future Project , aimed at determining the skills needed for Tasmania ’ s business community .
Strategic priorities Tassal ’ s overarching priority is zero harm – zero harm to employees , the fish and the environment . Its ROCK safety program , focusing on Resilient leadership , Observation , Communication and Knowledge , provides a solid platform for the physical and emotional wellbeing of employees .
Mark Ryan , managing director and CEO of Tassal , understands the importance of knowledge in his organization . “ Knowledge is power ,” he said . “ We invest a lot of time and resources into undertaking continuous education .”
Ryan noted that with both marine scientists and workers with high school education could present a disparity and challenge to effective communication . It is one of Tassal ’ s main goals to make sure employees are empowered to have a confident voice in the organization ; employees are always encouraged to speak out . Because of these empowering initiatives , Tassal won Tasmanian Employer of Choice Award in 2013 .
Supporting strategic priorities include optimising the business , maximising cash flow and
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