NCS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

It is in the interest of Northern Construction Solutions to have a planned approach towards prevention and reduction of waste and pollution, leading to a long-term reduction of costs, as we believe prevention and reduction are more desirable and economical than damage repair after the event.

Northern Construction Solutions control their activities to avoid causing unnecessary and unacceptable risks or adverse effects on the environment, in line with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HASWA), the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and the Environmental Protection Act (EPA90) as far as is reasonably practicable.

Northern Construction Solutions take our responsibility for the environment seriously. It is ranked equally with the health and safety of employees, the general public and others. Environmental awareness and individual responsibility is developed amongst employees at all levels with full and effective consultation being encouraged. Northern Construction Solutions will continue to develop and improve standards by making use of available technology and developments, together with waste reduction, recovery and a recycling approach. Plant, vehicles and equipment are maintained and operated to provide the maximum environmental protection as far as practicable.

Local community interests are taken into account and positive communication with the community entered into where appropriate. Clients, employees, the general public and all other persons who may be affected are made aware of any Northern Construction Solutions activity which may affect the environment. Natural habitats and wildlife are respected and where appropriate and within the control of Northern Construction Solutions , maintenance, restoration or creation of habitats will be encouraged.

Environmental Action

Objectives outlined in our Environmental Policy are monitored to ensure they are being met wherever reasonably practicable.

Management

At all levels take individual responsibility to ensure that environmental issues are considered when making decisions or when planning or controlling work.

Work Force

All employees understand their individual responsibilities for acting in accordance with the individual Northern Construction Solutions environmental policy and the safety policy.

Waste Reduction

All employees give careful consideration to the elimination and reduction of waste at every stage of the construction operation. Where re-use or recycling of material is an economical advantage, this is carried out.

Complaints

Northern Construction Solutions continue to develop a system for handling complaints from individuals and organisations etc. and make every effort to provide an efficient and friendly route for communication.

Development

Individuals within Northern Construction Solutions manage and supervise the implementation and further development of the corporate environmental policy.

To achieve the policy objectives, environmental management methods of
working are:

• The selection of contractors that can demonstrate responsible and effective environmental standards.
• Environmental issues are anticipated and appropriate action taken.
• The provision of safe systems of work to prevent accidental releases and spillages including discharges into air, watercourses or land, but that also address emergencies should the implementation of the systems of work fail to meet environmental objectives.
• Products are used in a manner that protects the environment.
• Conservation of resources by re-using or the use of re-cycled materials wherever economically possible.
• Monitoring compliance with all licence conditions.
• The appropriate checking and application of emergency procedures.
• The ongoing checking and monitoring with an aim to continuous improvement.
• All managers and supervisors are accountable for environmental performance on their sites.
• All employees have a responsibility to follow the environmental policy and report hazards to their immediate supervisor.

At Northern Construction Solutions we believe it is our responsibility to care for the environment and to help build a brighter future for the next generation.

Sean Anderson – Director         Date: 18 June 2010