Occupational Health & Safety
At thyssenkrupp Aerospace our people always come first. Their health and wellbeing and are our primary concerns, every day. Each employee of thyssenkrupp Aerospace, from the shopfloor to the boardroom, can do their job in a safe and secure environment, free from hazards. Our vision is clear: zero accidents.
We have developed specific core values aimed at protecting the safety and health of all our employees, as well as the environment, from hazards associated with the workplace.
I. Environment, health and safety is never compromised at thyssenkrupp Aerospace. There is no task so important that we will risk the environment or the safety and health our employees. All employees will work in a manner that avoids risks of injury to themselves, their co-workers, customers, visitors, or the environment.
II. The only acceptable level of safety and health performance is one with zero accidents. We believe that every injury or accident is preventable and will dedicate all the resources necessary to eliminate exposure to unnecessary risks. We will always take time to do our work safely, regardless of how critical or urgent an order is.
III. Environmental, safety and health is a responsibility that is shared equally and without exception by everyone within our organization. We also cultivate a safe and harmonious workplace environment that ensures mutual respect between employees.
IV. The success of our occupational safety and health (OSH) program is directly related to the involvement of our employees. thyssenkrupp Aerospace will consult with and elicit the participation of our employees and, where applicable, employee representatives.
V. We will provide appropriate training, resources and management support to enhance our commitment to the continuous improvement of our environmental, safety and health program.
VI. The strength of our commitment to environmental, safety and health standards is monitored by setting objectives and annual targets. These objectives and targets are reviewed and adjusted annually.
VII. thyssenkrupp Aerospace maintains transparency with regulatory agencies and shall comply with all legal requirements to which we subscribe. We are committed to going beyond compliance with regulatory standards in order to achieve a world class standard of excellence in OSH management practices. This is an integral part of our total management system.
