"Executive-level support for the management of environmental and social issues is crucial for its successful implementation. We are committed to communicating this support throughout the company." Peter Sullivan, Vice President, Workplace Services

The policies, values, organization and management systems described in this section apply across our businesses. They are designed to:

• Reduce our negative impacts on the environment
• Protect the occupational health and safety interests of our employees
• Ensure customer requirements are met
• Enhance our value to our communities
• Ensure the highest levels of quality in our products and services
• Increase our competitiveness
• Create a consistent approach across business groups, where applicable
• Meet the expectations of our stakeholders.