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Supply Chain Environmental Responsibility UL provides knowledge and tools to develop and manage compliant, effective environmental programs within the supply chain. UL and the UL logo are trademarks of UL LLC ©2013. Form MC108 / 03.21.13 For more information, email [email protected] or visit ul.com Environmental Management Systems Assessments (EMS) UL’s Environmental Management Systems (EMS) assessment provides a comprehensive review of compliance with environmental laws and regulations, and relevant international standards like ISO 14001. UL specialists utilize a three-tiered assessment system to identify key areas of opportunity over a two-day period. Assessment components include: management and employee interviews, document and record reviews, and site inspections. The following areas are evaluated in detail: • air, water and wastewater compliance and monitoring • wastewater discharge and waste disposal • pollution prevention • employee exposure to environmental hazards, compared to protection measures • chemical and other hazardous materials management • emergency and accident response preparedness • training breadth and effectiveness • performance measurements and continuous improvement programs Once findings from the assessment are compiled, our environmental experts work with facility managers to identify and implement remediation strategies to achieve compliance. GSCP Environmental Assessments Our Global Social Compliance Programme (GSCP) assessment employs a set of step-by-step environmental management tools that help identify deficiencies in raw material processing, manufacturing and service facilities. Key insights from the assessment provide companies with a roadmap to move from basic GSCP compliance toward leading edge performance. Wastewater Management Assessments UL’s Wastewater Management assessment provides valuable insights to clients who source goods from water intensive operations such as leather tanneries and dye operations. To minimize potential damage to surrounding ecosystems and communities, the wastewater assessment examines water use within a facility and if the appropriate treatment systems are in place.
