Safety and Security Policy
Revised Oct. 4, 2010 - Printable version

 
Overview

It is the policy of ABX Air, Inc. to ensure that a safe, hazard-free and secure environment is created in the workplace. The management of ABX Air, Inc. is committed to eliminating hazards, minimizing potential risks, and maintaining a secure work environment through our policies, procedures, and the diligent use of risk analysis.

Core Requirements

The ABX Air, Inc. Core Value of Safety states:

"We are serious about Safety. Our objective is 100 percent accident free. We care for one another and always practice safe work habits. No person will be put at risk to achieve our goals."

ABX Air, Inc. fully supports all regulatory requirements regarding safety and security and will provide a safe, secure and healthy working environment.

ABX Air, Inc. will provide an active, positive accident prevention program. A goal of this program is to identify unsafe acts and conditions, and will eliminate or reduce their results.

ABX Air, Inc. will not penalize or discipline any person that brings what he or she views as a genuine safety concern to the attention of management or a fellow employee. Safety concerns may be submitted anonymously on ABXNET or the Safety Report Form.

Employee Responsibility

  • Safety and security are also individual responsibilities and must exist in our thinking, planning and actions.
  • Each employee is encouraged to demonstrate safety responsibility by working and acting safely as an integral part of every task or assignment.
  • Cooperation, teamwork, and a concentration on safe behavior are tools to help in understanding and discharging our mutual responsibilities.
  • It is important for employees in each department to include safety and security awareness in all aspects of every operation.

Leadership Responsibility

  • Responsibility for implementing the Safety and Security program rests with all levels of management.
  • Supervisors will be held accountable for the accident prevention program and security in their organizations.
  • The Safety and Security Program will include all departments and employees.

Please remember, ABX Air's commitment to safety and security is reflected in our Core Values, Mission Statements, Goals, and Policies. Managers can only achieve results through the efforts of their staff. Therefore, an effective Safety and Security management system requires commitment from both staff and management.


Revision History:
Oct. 4, 2010
Jan. 12, 2004