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Our Commitment to Quality, Safety & Environmental

Responsibility Green Earth maintains comprehensive policies supporting operational quality, employee health and safety, environmental responsibility, and compliance. These policies guide our commitment to responsible practices, accountability, and continuous improvement across every area of our operations.
Policy Statement

Policy Statement

EFFECTIVE AS OF JANUARY 2026

Green Earth is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, health, environmental responsibility, and safety in all operations. This policy establishes our commitment to regulatory compliance, continuous improvement, and responsible business practices that protect employees, clients, communities, and the environment.

We recognize that quality service delivery, safe working conditions, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance are fundamental to our operations. This policy applies to all employees, contractors, and activities conducted at Green Earth facilities and client sites.

Our Commitment to Quality

Our Commitment to Quality

Consistent service depends on documented procedures, trained personnel, clear accountability, and ongoing evaluation of how work is performed.

Service Standards

Green Earth follows established procedures for electronics collection, processing, data destruction, asset documentation, and final disposition. Quality controls and reporting requirements help promote consistent service and alignment with customer expectations.

Continuous Improvement

We regularly evaluate operational procedures, employee training, performance metrics, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement. Ongoing process refinement helps strengthen service quality, efficiency, safety, and environmental performance.

Regulatory Compliance

Green Earth maintains processes designed to support applicable federal, state, and local requirements related to electronics recycling, environmental management, data security, and workplace safety. Required registrations, permits, and operational documentation are maintained as applicable to our services.

Customer Accountability

Clear communication and accurate documentation are central to our approach. Depending on the services provided, customers can receive inventory reports, Certificates of Destruction, Certificates of Recycling, and other records documenting asset handling and final disposition.
Health & Safety Commitment

Health & Safety Commitment

Green Earth prioritizes employee health and workplace safety through training, documented procedures, appropriate protective equipment, and ongoing oversight.

Employee Safety

Employees receive safety training appropriate to their roles, including equipment operation, material handling, emergency procedures, and hazard awareness. Personal protective equipment is provided and required where applicable.

Safe Operational Procedures

Documented procedures guide equipment handling, material processing, facility operations, and other activities with potential workplace hazards. These procedures are designed to support safe work practices and applicable OSHA requirements.

Risk Mitigation

Workplace risks are identified through inspections, incident reporting, and ongoing review. When hazards are identified, corrective measures may include engineering controls, procedural changes, additional training, or protective equipment.

Training & Oversight

New employees complete safety orientation before beginning applicable work, and ongoing training supports hazard recognition, equipment use, and emergency response. Supervisors monitor work practices, provide coaching, and maintain training records to support accountability and continuous improvement.
Environmental Responsibility

Environmental Responsibility

Environmental protection requires certified processes, compliant operations, and commitment to sustainable practices throughout our recycling operations.

Responsible Recycling Processes

Electronics recycling operations follow R2 and e-Stewards certification standards, ensuring proper handling of materials, prevention of environmental contamination, and ethical disposition practices. Processing procedures separate materials for appropriate downstream handling, prevent mixing of incompatible substances, and protect workers and the environment from hazardous material exposure.

Environmental Compliance

Facilities comply with EPA regulations for hazardous waste management, air emissions, stormwater discharge, and environmental protection. Required permits, manifests, and environmental reports are maintained and submitted according to regulatory schedules. Environmental compliance is verified through regulatory inspections, third-party audits, and internal monitoring programs.

Waste Diversion Goals

Green Earth prioritizes material recovery and reuse over disposal. Processing operations maximize material recovery rates through systematic dismantling, material separation, and direction of recovered materials to certified processors. Waste diversion rates are tracked and reported, demonstrating environmental performance and landfill avoidance achieved through responsible recycling.

Sustainable Practices

Environmental management extends beyond regulatory compliance to sustainable business practices. Facility operations minimize energy consumption, reduce waste generation, and prevent pollution. Downstream vendors are selected based on environmental practices and certifications. Sustainable practices reflect our commitment to long-term environmental protection and resource conservation.
Compliance & Governance

Compliance & Governance

Compliance governance ensures adherence to regulations, internal standards, and certification requirements through systematic monitoring and accountability.

Regulatory Adherence

Operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations including EPA requirements, OSHA standards, DOT regulations, and data protection laws. Regulatory updates are monitored and operational procedures are adjusted as requirements evolve. Compliance verification occurs through internal monitoring, third-party audits, and regulatory inspections.

Internal Audits

Regular internal audits evaluate compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Audit findings are documented and corrective actions are implemented to address identified gaps. Internal audit programs ensure continuous verification of operational standards and identification of improvement opportunities.

Policy Review Process

Policies and procedures are reviewed annually and updated as regulations, standards, or operational requirements change. Policy reviews incorporate operational feedback, audit findings, and regulatory developments. Updated policies are communicated to employees and implementation is verified through training and monitoring.

Continuous Monitoring

Operational performance is monitored through metrics, inspections, and reporting systems. Quality indicators, safety statistics, environmental performance, and compliance data are tracked and reviewed. Monitoring systems provide early identification of issues requiring corrective action and verification of ongoing compliance.

Policy Review & Accountability

This policy is reviewed annually and updated as operational requirements, regulations, or standards evolve.

Ongoing Evaluation

Green Earth conducts annual reviews of this QHES policy to ensure continued alignment with operational practices, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. Policy reviews incorporate feedback from internal audits, third-party certifications, operational performance data, and employee input. Changes to regulations, certification standards, or operational procedures trigger policy updates outside the annual review cycle.

Leadership Responsibility

Company leadership maintains responsibility for policy implementation, resource allocation, and enforcement of standards. Management ensures employees receive training, procedures are followed, and compliance is maintained. Leadership reviews operational performance, audit results, and compliance metrics to verify policy effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.

Commitment to Improvement

Continuous improvement of quality, health, environmental, and safety performance is a fundamental component of our operations. We invest in employee training, operational improvements, and systems that enhance our ability to deliver quality services while protecting employees, communities, and the environment. Improvement initiatives are guided by operational data, audit findings, and best practices identified through industry participation.
This policy is communicated to all employees, contractors, and stakeholders. Employees receive training on policy requirements applicable to their roles and responsibilities.
LAST UPDATED: JANUARY 2026