EHS Policy

This statement of our fundamental EHS policy is posted in all Ingersoll Rand locations and applies to any location where we have at least a 50 percent controlling interest. It recognizes our responsibility to behave in a way that upholds our corporate reputation and standing. The EHS Policy requires, in part, that we establish performance targets and work toward achieving them, develop EHS standards to promote regulatory compliance and performance improvements, conduct periodic audits against those standards, and share best practices worldwide. We review the policy annually and update it as needed. The policy is available in 16 languages.

Ingersoll Rand Environmental, Health and Safety Policy

Ingersoll Rand embraces its responsibility to operate in a manner that protects the environment, and human health and safety in order to support the company’s long-term growth and reputation as a responsible corporate citizen. We will meet this responsibility by the following actions:

Comply with or exceed requirements of global, national, state, and local statutes, regulations, and standards protecting the environment and human health and safety. In the absence of laws and regulations, or where they are simply not adequate for our operations, we will apply sound environmental, health and safety (EHS) management practices.
Establish global internal EHS standards that are robust, scientifically sound, and protective of the environment, and human health and safety.
Conduct regular audits to verify compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
Implement EHS management systems to identify and manage EHS risks, obligations, and opportunities.
Establish specific EHS metrics to measure and report on our performance.
Incorporate EHS considerations into our business decision-making processes.
Work to prevent accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions; promote energy and water conservation; encourage the reuse and recycling of materials; and reduce waste, emissions and the use of hazardous substances in our operations.
Share EHS best practices across the company.
Monitor emerging issues and keep abreast of regulatory changes, technological innovations, and stakeholder interests.
Strive to develop effective and sustainable solutions to EHS challenges arising from our business activities.
Regularly communicate relevant and meaningful information about our EHS performance to our internal and external stakeholders.

It is the responsibility of corporate EHS staff to establish policy, govern compliance, and review the company’s EHS performance with company and business unit management on a periodic basis, including compliance with this policy. In addition, corporate EHS will facilitate participation in training and conferences to foster sharing of best practices across the enterprise.

Each business unit is responsible for implementing this policy, allocating adequate resources, and developing EHS programs. Employees and on-site contractors are responsible for integrating sound EHS practices into their everyday activities, and acting in a manner that is protective of the environment, and human health and safety.

This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as needed.