Our commitment to employees and sustainability
In 2014 Saint-Gobain Abrasives launched its new sustainability plan aligned with our business values and vision. This 5 point plan of operational policies and practices underpins our commitment to sustainable development as a global leader. We have made significant progress in advancing sustainability with a number of major accomplishments in each area which we have detailed below.
![]() | Pursue an ambitious policy to constantly improve workplace health & safety
In our abrasives plants safety is our number one priority: lost time accidents have reduced five fold in 10 years All operators individually assessed at least three times per annum through the SMAT program (Senior Management Audit Tool) 66,969 hours of training worldwide on Saint-Gobain Safety Standards in 2014 Reduction of workplace hardship: exposure to noise, repetitive tasks, safety, ergonomics Reduction of exposure to chemicals Annual worldwide EHS day |
![]() | Continuously encourage the personal development of our employees
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![]() | Be a responsible & sustainable player internationally & within our local communities
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![]() | Minimize the environmental footprint of our operations with five priorities
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![]() | Continuously develop eco-valorized |