Responsible care is the leading chemical industry environmental, safety and security stewardship program and has become the gold standard for the industry. The chemical industrys responsible care program article pdf available in the academy of management journal 434 june 2000 with 381 reads. Growing demand is putting increased pressure on our planet. This year marks the 31st anniversary of accs responsible care program. It will evolve over time to meet the changing expectations of the industry and its stakeholders. Implementing the responsible care product safety code, process safety code, and security code. Icca responsible care brochure international council of. Note that the examination and the beac cpea certification. The responsible care management systems framework is simple, building on a basic plandocheckact philosophy that is at the core of other management systems standards and raises the bar for industrywide performance while allowing flexibility for individual companies and facilities to meet their specific needs. About responsible care chemistry industry association. Responsible care 14001 rc14001 and responsible care. Through meaningful dialogue and collaboration, we look to understand each communitys specific needs and. Introduction and general structure of the examination introduction this study guide is intended to assist an applicant in preparing for the beac cpea responsible care management system examination. The program provides international recognition for assessors of responsible care management systems who conduct audits using the rcms technical specification and the rc u x t t standard.
Confidence and reliance in the audit process depends on the competence of personnel conducting the. Responsible care community investment program application methanex strives to be a respected and valued corporate citizen by creating positive and sustainable impacts in communities where we operate. Occupational safety training programs must place special emphasis on the interface between humans and technology. Individual countrys programs are at different stages of. It runs in 67 countries whose combined chemical industries account for nearly 90% of global chemical production. We already consume more than the earth can regenerate. Each national chemical association establishes and manages its own national responsible care programme based on a set of eight. Responsible care security code of management practices.
Responsible care is an essential part of iccas contribution to the strategic approach to international chemicals management saicm. In accordance to our guiding principles, we will work to create and maintain a work environment for our associates and the public that strives to reach beyond our goals and objectives for health, safety and security risks. November 9, 2012, as approved by acc board of directors responsible care product safety code of management practices purpose and scope chemistry is a source of innovation that creates a healthier, safer and more sustainable future. Today it is implemented by chemical federations and their member companies in 53 nations. Pdf analysis and integration prospects of management. Responses are automatically processed by our partner and a pdf. Taking chemicals management across the globe, to the next. Those associations are responsible for the detailed implementation of responsible care in their country. To seek continual improvement in the integrated responsible care management system to address environmental, health, safety and security performance. The verification was undertaken from june 15 to june 19, 2015 at novas calgary and joffre, alberta facilities and two facilities south of sarnia, ontario.
Twoday workshop on responsible care for chemical risk management venue. Information on accs current responsible care requirements as of the publication of this document to which its members and responsible care partners subscribe can be found in appendix 2 of this document. The organizational charts illustrate how the program is administered and how it interfaces with the existing responsible care committees. Individuals wishing to become a farm animal care evaluator should apply as soon as possible as 2019 training courses are filling up. American chemistry council rcms implementation guidance. Rc14001 and rcms chemical responsible care bsi america. Responsible care and sustainability report methanex. A public commitment, published by the indian chemical council, is being followed as a guide for the programme by all the signatories, since the adoption of this programme by icc since 1993. Acc adopts the caer community awareness and emergency response program to foster dialogue with emergency responders and plant communities. Responsible care is a dynamic initiative which evolves to meet the expectations of the industrys stakeholders and the larger society.
Safety of our associates and the public is never compromised. Periodically, members and partners will be reminded of their responsible care. The american chemistry council adopts responsible care and makes it a condition of membership in the association. To sustain a consistent and reliable security program over time, companies will. Participation in responsible care is mandatory for acc member companies, all of which have made ceolevel commitments to uphold the following program elements, which are the pillars of the responsible care program. For example, in the european union, responsible care companies have cut their energy intensity by 4.
Through meaningful dialogue and collaboration, we look to. Indian chemical council, apex industry body representing chemical industry in india is a nodal body pursuing responsible care programme, a global initiative through international council of chemical associations icca since about 2003, but the initial lag period extended till about 2006 for motivating industry to come forward for. Certify to responsible care 14001 rc14001 and responsible care management system rcms. Better stockmanship skills results in moving cattle more effectively and more calmly around the farm. National dairy farm farmers assuring responsible management. This was the seventh responsible care verification completed for nova. Responsible care community investment program application. As responsible care partners, companies involved in the transportation of chemical products or the provision of key services to the industry are also encouraged to adopt the responsible care ethic and principles for sustainability. Ecta rc program and implementation guide 1st july 2014 3 1.
Ciac members arent alone in making responsible care a central part of how they do business. The code will be applied to chemical operations over which the acc responsible care company has control, commensurate with risk. Rc 14001 is a chemical responsible care management system that broadens the scope of the iso 14001 standard beyond the traditional environmental management system to include health and safety, security, transportation, outreach, emergency response and other responsible care requirements. Welcome to our 2016 responsible care and sustainability report this report covers the period from january 1 to december 31, 2016, and focuses on methanexs performance and impact in five key areas. Background leading chemical transport companies formed in 1997 the european chemical transport association at the 24th epca logistics meeting in barcelona, spain. It is an ongoing program that provides a checklist of activities for member companies to. Acc again revises the responsible care guiding principles, reflecting changes to the program since 1999. Responsible care security code american chemistry council. Sustainable energy uses of methanol, environment, workplace, community, and product stewardship. Ppt responsible care powerpoint presentation free to. The partner program application is the application for membership. Documentation of security management programs, processes and procedures.
Born in canada in 1987, responsible care has quickly spread to 53 countries. Responsible care security code of management practices purpose and scope the purpose of the security code of management practices is to help protect people, property, products, processes, information and information systems by enhancing s ecurity, including security against potential terrorist attack, throughout the chemical industry value chain. Management practices taken together with the rcms or rc14001, implementation of the following management. Through responsible care, global chemical manufacturers commit to pursue an ethic of safe chemicals management and performance excellence worldwide. All acc members and responsible care partners shall obtain certification to rc14001 or rcms option 1 or demonstrate conformity to rcms option 2 as required in this procedure to maintain their standing in the accs responsible care program. Pdf this analysis offers insight into the development and evolution of the. National responsible care programmes, which include systematic procedures to verify implementation of the responsible care elements. Twoday workshop on responsible care for chemical risk.
The responsible care initiative is an example of a program created in anticipation of regulations, under a multistakeholder partnership approach. American chemistry council 700 2nd street ne washington, dc 20002 202. About responsible care chemistry industry association of. Sustainability and responsible action are therefore crucial for our future. Through our four program silos, farm works with dairy producers, cooperatives, processors and industry partners to demonstrate the highest standards on u. This paper presents a research that aimed at analyzing the viability and integration prospects of environmental management systems based on the iso 14001 regulation and the responsible care program. Companies can download a pdf of the guiding principles. The partner steering group charter outlines the operating guidelines of the group. National dairy farm animal care program land olakes. For more than 20 years, the responsible care program has helped american chemistry council acc member companies significantly enhance their performance and reputation, discover new business opportunities, and improve the health and safety of their employees. Stockmanship uses the key characteristics of a cows natural behavior in order to handle the animal in a low stress environment.
The present guidelines are not to supplant those given in this booklet. Started in canada in 1985, responsible care is a global, voluntary initiative developed autonomously by the chemical industry for the chemical industry. Responsible care focus responsible care is more than a set of principles and declarations through the sharing of information and a rigorous system of checklists, performance indicators and verification procedures, it enables the industry to demonstrate how it has improved over the years and to develop policies for further improvement. The national dairy farm program is the first livestock animal care program in the world to be recognized in compliance with the international organization for standardization iso animal welfare managementgeneral requirements and guidance for organizations in the food supply chain. Index of acc responsible care thirdparty audit documents issue date. Additionally, every national responsible care program must include eight. Responsible care is a commitment to an ethic of safe chemicals management and performance excellence in the chemical industry. Twoday workshop on responsible care for chemical risk management. American chemistry council responsible care americari chemistry council responsible care our commitment to sustainability. Responsible care international council of chemical.
The program started in canada and the us as a reaction to increasing public concerns about the environmental. Nsf international strategic registrations nsfisr is a leading registrar and certification body for both these initiatives created by the american chemistry council acc. It is also intended to complement regulatory requirements e. Beac responsible care auditor examination study guide 1.
The global product strategy was developed to expand and coordinate industrys commitment. Use leftright arrows to navigate the slideshow or swipe leftright if using a mobile device. Responsible care management system technical specification. Responsible care has become a requirement for gpca membership. Responsible care is international in scope and serves as a model for numerous regulatory programs. Responsible care product safety code of management practices version 1 january 20 american chemistry council this guide necessarily addresses implementation activities of a general nature. This program tries to illustrate why cows do what they do and how they perceive the world. The chemical industry is characterized by one key pro called responsible care rc. To promote responsible care by encouraging and assisting other companies to adhere to these guiding principles. Responsible care bayer group position consistent with the bayer group sustainable development sd policy, the global charter responsible care and quality management will define the ecological pillar of the triple bottom line economy, ecology, society concept of sustainable development. Responsible care rc is a global voluntary initiative of chemical industry to excel and continually improve. The responsible care product safety code provides a comprehensive framework to drive continuous improvement in chemical. A responsible care package can be designed to remove the complexity of getting you where you want to be whatever your starting point. We need to balance economic, environmental, and social needs to ensure a more sustainable development.
Responsible care certification index of documents rc100. Responsible care delivers critical guidelines and rules of thumb required for industrial managers to improve their companies profitability through waste reduction, cleaner production technologies and sound management practices. Within two months of a company failing to meet a responsible care obligation, the acc responsible care managing director will contact that companys responsible. A commitment to results responsible care also means measurable performance, and today, companies around the globe have positive stories to tell. Responsible care policy safety of our associates and the public is never compromised. The tools and resources document lists a variety of contacts, information about ongoing coordinator support conference calls and other specific resources available to help you implement responsible care. Adhering to the responsible care guiding principles. Establish and implement a set of guiding principles to be signed by the chief executive officer of its.
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