C4: Reduce the Use of Hazardous Chemicals/Materials – Above Green

(1 point)

INTENT

To reduce or eliminate the environmental, health, and safety risks to employees and the communities in which the facility operates.

REQUIREMENTS

Create a written policy or enact a standard practice that reduces use of hazardous chemicals/ materials in all facility operations. Replace hazardous chemicals/materials with non-toxic alternatives or eliminate the need to use hazardous materials in the first place.

POTENTIAL STRATEGIES

Identify all hazardous chemicals and materials that are used in the facility operation. Research and consult within the sector to determine suitable non-hazardous solutions to the organization’s needs. Write a policy or enact a standard practice that demonstrates goal to reduce the use of hazardous chemicals and materials.

SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTATION

A narrative describing the policy or standard practice and its implementation.
Copy of the policy in place to reduce the use of hazardous chemicals and materials.