Environmental Policy

1. Introduction

This Environmental Policy outlines the commitment of Metals Technology Testing Limited (hereinafter referred to as "the Laboratory") to environmental protection and sustainable practices. As a UKAS accredited laboratory, we recognize our responsibility to minimize our environmental footprint and operate in an environmentally sound manner. This policy serves as the foundation for our Environmental Management System (EMS).


2. Scope

This policy applies to all activities, products, and services undertaken by the Laboratory at Finchwell Close, Sheffield, S13 9DF including all personnel, contractors, and visitors within our operational control.


3. Our Commitment

The Laboratory is committed to:


  • Compliance with Legal and Other Requirements: We will identify, evaluate, and comply with all applicable environmental legislation, regulations, permits, and other requirements to which the Laboratory subscribes, ensuring our operations meet or exceed these standards.


  • Prevention of Pollution: We will actively strive to prevent pollution at its source, taking a proactive approach to identify and mitigate potential environmental impacts arising from our operations. This includes careful management of waste, emissions, and discharges.


  • Continual Improvement: We are dedicated to the continual improvement of our Environmental Management System (EMS) to enhance environmental performance. This will be achieved through setting and reviewing environmental objectives and targets, regular monitoring, auditing, and management review.


  • Resource Efficiency: We will manage our energy, water, and raw material consumption efficiently, exploring opportunities to reduce usage, promote reuse, and incorporate recycled content where feasible.


  • Waste Management: We will prioritize the reduction, reuse, and recycling of waste generated from our activities. Where waste generation is unavoidable, we will ensure its safe, responsible, and legally compliant disposal, including hazardous and non-hazardous waste.


  • Minimizing Environmental Impact: We will assess and manage the environmental aspects associated with our laboratory activities, including the use of chemicals, equipment, and processes, to minimize adverse impacts on air, water, land, and biodiversity.


  • Life Cycle Perspective: We will consider the environmental aspects of our products and services over their life cycle where we have control and influence, from procurement of raw materials to end-of-life disposal, striving for more sustainable choices.


  • Communication, Training, and Awareness: We will ensure that this policy is communicated to all employees and made available to relevant interested parties. We will provide appropriate training and promote environmental awareness among our staff to foster a culture of environmental responsibility.


  • Stakeholder Engagement: We will engage with our stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and the local community, on environmental matters as appropriate.


4. Responsibilities


  • Top Management: Is ultimately responsible for the overall environmental performance of the Laboratory and for ensuring that this policy is effectively implemented.


  • All Employees: Are responsible for understanding and adhering to the requirements of the EMS and this policy, and for contributing to the Laboratory's environmental objectives.


  • Contractors and Suppliers: Are expected to operate in a manner consistent with this policy when working on behalf of or with the Laboratory.


5. Review and Communication

This Environmental Policy will be reviewed at least annually, or more frequently if significant changes occur in legislation, our operations, or interested party requirements, to ensure its continued suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness. The updated policy will be communicated throughout the Laboratory and made accessible to the public upon request.