Our Commitment to the Environment and Health and Safety
We care about:
- how waste is processed in New Zealand
- the Health and Safety of all our staff (our customers and the public around our sites)
What Makes Davies a Step Above?
At Davies, we pride ourselves in looking after the environment we work in:
- Davies will always, where possible, ensure we take care of the environmental aspects of the location we are working in. Minimising damage to the environment is a key aspiration to our business.
- Recycling and reuse of water captured during operations (after processing or on-site)
- Up to 90% of the water we use is recycled at our own facilities
Environmental Waste Processing
Davies looks after how your waste is processed to reduce landfill impact and assist in helping our environment.
Waste Processing and Disposal
- Clean waste to landfill reduction by up to 80% of the volume recovered.
- This material is processed by Davies, or we work in conjunction with specialist partners to reduce landfill content.
- Contaminated waste is separated and sorted, either by Davies or our partners, to reduce the volume of landfill.
- Davies Polymer separator:
- Separates oils from water, which is then reused for our hydro business.
- Recovered oils are sent for re-processing and, where applicable, reuse.
- Minimises volume to landfill by up to 94%.
- Davies use Separator pits to reduce landfill volume:
- Solids can be recycled or repurposed.
- Non-useable or recoverable solids are disposed of by specialists.
Health and Safety Statement
Here at Davies, health and safety are not just priorities—they are integral to our operations. We are committed to fostering a culture of safety and responsibility, ensuring that everyone goes home safe at the end of the day.
Our approach to health and safety is built on the following principles:
- Compliance and Standards: We adhere to all relevant health and safety regulations and industry standards. Our policies and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure compliance with the latest legislative requirements and best practices.
- Training and Up-Skilling: We provide ongoing training and up-skilling for all our employees, to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge and tools to perform their duties safely and effectively. This includes regular safety briefings, certification programs, and emergency response training.
- Risk Management: We proactively identify and assess potential hazards in our operations. Through rigorous risk management practices, we implement control measures to mitigate these risks and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Safe Work Environment: We maintain a safe and healthy work environment by providing the necessary equipment, tools, and resources for our staff. We encourage active participation and communication from our employees regarding health and safety matters.
- Fleet Management: Our fleet of trucks and equipment are regularly inspected and maintained to the highest safety standards.
- Continuous Improvement: We are dedicated to the continuous improvement of our health and safety practices, through a combination of regular audits, feedback, and staff Health and Safety Meetings.
- Emergency Preparedness: We have comprehensive emergency response plans in place to address any incidents swiftly and effectively. Our team is trained to handle emergencies, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved and minimizing environmental impact.
At Davies, the safety and well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve are of paramount importance.
Over the next few months, we'll be introducing more Environmental reporting to support our customers.