Plan for environmental sustainability. 1.1.Make environmental sustainability an integral part of product planning processes

ELEMENTS  

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Plan for environmental sustainability.

1.1.Make environmental sustainability an integral part of product planning processes.

1.2.Conduct evaluations prior to any decision to establish operation.

1.3.Consult stakeholders and incorporate their views into planning process.

1.4.Investigate methods of managing impact.

1.5.Develop strategies that provide social and economic returns to communities.

1.6.Proactively seek opportunities for new, innovative and more sustainable approaches to conducting operations.

1.7.Develop strategies that balance environmental sustainability and economic viability.

2. Implement environmentally sustainable operations.

2.1.Establish and integrate best practice environmental standards to limit negative environmental impacts.

2.2.Evaluate and use technologies for environmental best practice.

2.3.Develop environmentally-friendly codes of practice for the operation and for customer use.

2.4.Conduct operations according to environmentally sustainable practices, guidelines and legal requirements.

2.5.Promote environmental awareness among stakeholders.

3. Evaluate environmental impact.

3.1.Monitor and assess environmental impacts as part of regular management reviews.

3.2.Monitor compliance with codes of practice and legislative requirements.

3.3.Initiate follow-up action based on assessment of environmental impact and compliance.