Health and Safety

Health and Safety Program

Here at Varsteel we are committed to providing products and services at the highest level of quality possible. Safety, Quality and Productivity are core values that must operate in harmony every day to ensure the well being of all our staff.

Varsteel is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace, which protects our employees, customers, suppliers and our environment. We have a certified Health and Safety Program in place in all of our Branches. For more details on our Health and Safety Program Contact our Corporate Health and Safety Manager.

PRINCIPLES OF OUR HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM

The management of Varsteel Ltd. is committed to the health and safety of all the people that are associated with our organization. We want to ensure that all our staff have a balanced lifestyle, and that work is an enjoyable, rewarding experience.

The five basic principles and key elements of our Safety Program.

SAFETY IS A CORPORATE VALUE
There is a clear philosophy that is communicated and visibility demonstrated throughout the company.

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Is given top priority.

LEADERS AT ALL LEVELS PROMOTE THE PROGRAM
That all managers, supervisors and lead hands do their part daily to support and promote safety.

ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEMS
Expectations are clear, authority is appropriate, and the Safety Program is managed to ensure compliance.

THE 10 KEYS TO SAFETY EXCELLENCE ARE FOLLOWED
We are committed to the following 10 key elements of our Safety Program.
There are 10 keys to Safety Process Excellence that must be followed to build upon the foundation of our basic principles.

  • ALL EMPLOYEES ARE INVOLVED
  • CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION OF THE SAFETY MESSAGE
  • POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
  • SAFETY TRAINING
  • AUDITING OUR PROGRAM
  • SAFETY INCIDENTS ARE INVESTIGATED
  • READ , RECOGNITION , REINFORCEMENT
  • SAFETY , QUALITY , PRODUCTION , ENVIRONMENT ARE ALL #1
  • OFF THE JOB SAFETY
  • CREATIVE IMPROVEMENTS