It is the policy of Shell companies to conduct their activities in such a way as to take foremost account of the health and safety of their employees and of other persons, and give proper regard to the conservation of the environment. They aim to be among the leaders in their representative industries in these matters.

From the starting point of full compliance with legislative requirements, Shell companies pursue this policy through company strategies and action plans, through visible management commitment and through the individual contributions of their employees, support by education and training.

1. Health
Shell companies seek to conduct their activities in such a way to avoid harm to the health of their employees and others; and to promote the health of their employees.

2. Safety
Shell companies work on the principle that all injuries should b prevented, ad actively promote amounts all those associated with their activities the high standards of safety consciousness and discipline that this principle demands.

3. Environment
Shell companies pursue in their operations progressive reduction of emissions, effluents and discharges of waste materials that are known to have a negative impact on the environment, with the ultimate aim of eliminating them.

They also aim to provide products and services supported by practical advice, will not cause injury or undue effects on the environment.

Furthermore, Shell companies promote protection of environments which may be affected by the development of their activities and seek continuos improvement in efficiency of use of natural resources and energy.

4. Common Aspects
Shell companies assess health, safety and environmental; matters before entering into new activities and reassess them in case of significant change in circumstances.

They require contractors working on their behalf to apply health, safety and environmental standards fully compatible with their own.

they recognize the concerns of shareholders, employees and society on health, safety and environmental mater; provide them with relevant information and discuss with them related company policies and practices.

Shell companies develop and maintain contingency procedures, in corporation with authorities and emergency services, in order to minimise harm from any accidents.

The work with governments and others in the development of improved regulations and industry standards, which relate to health, safety and environmental matters.

They conduct or support research towards the improvements of health, safety and environmental aspects of their products, processes and operations.

They also facilitate the transfer to others, freely or on a commercial basis, of know-how developed by Shell companies in these fields.

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