health, safety, environmental, quality

health, safety, environmental, quality

NPE and ISO Certifications 1

OUR Certifications

Our Integrated Management System has been certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

These certifications formally acknowledge the policies, practices and procedures put in place by NPE to ensure consistent standards of excellence in the provision of products and services to our Clients.

NPE’s COMMITMENT TO Health, Safety, Environment and Quality HAS BEEN TESTED AND PROVEN.

quality

The core of NPE’s management is service, equipment, systems and people. We have a tested and proven track record operating in the general construction, civil engineering, government and mining industries.

All employees and subcontractors engaged by NPE are fully involved in our quality systems through effective communication and consultative processes.

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onsite safety

Onsite safety is critical, and NPE goes above and beyond to ensure that all onsite guidelines and safety instructions are followed following induction. Our experienced team members are well-versed in standard safety procedures and always wear appropriate high visibility safety clothing, footwear, and other safety equipment when necessary.

Management and Staff at NPE:

Are familiar with safety regulations and procedures Following site induction, ensure that we follow all onsite guidelines and instructions.

Always wear protective clothing, footwear, and equipment. Provide safety precautions NPE and its employees are constantly on the lookout for changes in corona virus rules, regulations, and mitigation procedures.

COVID PLAN

We have a comprehensive in-house COVID Plan in place, but if your organisation or site has any special requirements, please let us know ahead of time so that we can be adequately prepared.

Management and Staff at NPE:

  • Recognize and follow the NPE COVID Safety Plan.
  • Maintain your awareness and vigilance regarding corona virus mitigation guidelines.
  • Are you willing and able to follow your site’s COVID Rules

Environmental Security

  • With increased concern about climate change, it is critical that we reduce the environmental impact of our development activities.

Equipment Security

  • We believe that the fundamentals of good site equipment are
    safety, durability, and practical design.

equipment safety

NPE believes that good site equipment should be safe, long-lasting, and simple to use. NPE has established relationships with like-minded local and international suppliers who are committed to their design and safety responsibilities.

All of our suppliers have met stringent international manufacturing and safety standards, and include well-known industry brands. NPE prioritised safety in its product selection criteria, so all of our equipment meets the highest levels of operator safety.

We also made certain that noise reduction technologies were specified wherever possible to improve worker safety.

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HEALTH AND SAFETY

Health and safety is NPE’s foremost priority. In recognition that workplace safety is more than rules and regulations, our safety procedures and policies promote a culture where safety is the first thought before undertaking any task.

Ongoing training provides our team with the best tool possible for safety management – knowledge. NPE safety systems are in full compliance with Federal, National, State and Local Workplace Health and Safety legislation requirements.

Compliance is the base requirement and our safety processes ensure these practices translate to our daily operations. Hazard and risk assessment is a requirement of all work undertaken by NPE and includes:

  • Job Risk Assessment prior to commencing work (SWMS/JSA’s)
  • Workplace Inspections
  • Hazard Notifications
  • Incident Report Forms

Environment

NPE balances our economic and operational requirements with social responsibility, minimising any impact of business activities on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our focus when designing systems is to deliver progressive environmental improvements while integrating environmental, economic and social considerations.

NPE ensures waste generated from construction activities is managed in accordance with the principles of the Waste Management Hierarchy and legislative requirements. This is monitored and managed by the following:

STATISTICS – environmental statistics and monthly reporting

WASTES – effective waste management systems and processes

RECYCLING – commitment to recycling and segregating materials from waste

GROUNDWATER – managed through several methods including water treatment and 24/7 alarmed systems

NOISE, DUST and AIR – any emissions are monitored and managed in accordance with legislation and site specific Environmental Management Plans.

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SUSTAINABILITY

NPE is also committed to the principle of sustainability; by integrating economic, social and environmental goals in our decision making activities when undertaking works and services for our clients. To achieve our objectives and targets we;

  • Provide a safe, responsive, accessible environment for employees on our work sites and offices.
  • Maximise the use of renewable energy sources by identifying efficient and responsible energy management practices, including minimising carbon emissions.
  • Encourage innovation and best practice
  • Sustainable design, construction and maintenance.
  • Monitor emerging environmental technologies, equipment purchases and work processes relevant to our activities.
  • Maintain a strong awareness of our legislative obligations and regularly monitor our compliance at both work site and office level.
  • Purchase equipment that reduces energy consumption and is technologically advanced.
  • Seek the use of environmentally sustainable recycled materials and reduce waste generation on all work sites and offices.
  • Minimise the use of materials that deplete natural resources or create toxic pollution.
  • Manage noise so that adverse impacts on properties adjoining work sites are minimised.