Guiding Principles

	Operate safe workplaces and actively support each other in working safely.
	Meet the requirements, spirit and intent of all applicable health, safety and environmental laws and regulations of the countries in which we operate. Where we feel those laws and regulations are inadequate, we will impose a higher standard.
	Demonstrate our commitment to this Mission through ethical behavior and personal responsibility and accountability.
	Make HSE considerations a priority in our business planning processes and integrate HSE management systems into our core business activities.
	Strive to eliminate or reduce emissions, discharges, wastes as well as risks associated with our operations and products.
	Emphasize our commitment to continuous improvement by participation in Responsible Care®.
	Share information as appropriate regarding prioritized hazards resulting from our operations or our products and support open dialogue with our employees and the public.
	Review our health, safety and environmental performance on a regular basis and ensure that appropriate standards, procedures, practices and resources necessary to uphold this Mission are implemented.

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