SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Document Code: PP-FSS-SEP-001
Version: 1.0
Effective Date: May 2026
Review Cycle: Annually
Next Review Date: May 2027
Document Owner: Safety & Environmental Compliance Unit
Approval Authority: Executive Management

1. PURPOSE

This Safety & Environmental Policy establishes the framework for ensuring safe working conditions, environmental protection, and sustainable forestry practices across all operations of PlantPlant Forestry Support Services.

2. SCOPE OF APPLICATION

This policy applies to all stakeholders, including:

• Employees and management

• Field workers and contractors

• Interns and trainees

• Partner organizations

• Community participants

• All project sites and operational activities

It applies to all forestry, environmental, administrative, and field-related operations.

3. CORE COMMITMENTS

PlantPlant Forestry Support Services is committed to:

• Preventing workplace injuries and occupational hazards

• Protecting biodiversity and natural ecosystems

• Promoting sustainable land and resource management

• Complying with environmental and safety regulations

• Continuously improving environmental performance

4. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

All stakeholders must ensure safe working practices by:

• Following safety procedures and field protocols

• Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Reporting hazards, incidents, or unsafe conditions immediately

• Participating in safety briefings and training sessions

• Avoiding unsafe or unauthorized field activities

No task shall be performed in conditions that compromise human safety.

5. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

PlantPlant enforces strict environmental responsibility in all operations, including:

• Protection of natural habitats and biodiversity

• Prevention of soil, water, and air pollution

• Proper waste management and disposal practices

• Sustainable tree planting and land rehabilitation methods

• Minimization of ecological disturbance during field activities

Any activity that causes avoidable environmental degradation is strictly prohibited.

6. SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY PRACTICES

All forestry activities must follow science-based and sustainable approaches, including:

• Use of appropriate and native species where applicable

• Proper site selection and land assessment

• Maintenance and monitoring of planted areas

• Avoidance of overplanting or ecosystem imbalance

• Long-term survival and impact monitoring

7. INCIDENT REPORTING AND RESPONSE

All safety incidents, environmental hazards, or near-miss events must be:

• Reported immediately to supervisors or authorized coordinators

• Documented accurately and completely

• Investigated promptly and fairly

• Followed by corrective and preventive actions

Confidentiality and protection of reporters are ensured.

8. LEGAL AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

This policy complies with applicable laws and standards of the Republic of the Philippines, including:

• Environmental protection laws and regulations

• Occupational safety and health standards

• Local government environmental ordinances

• Forestry management and conservation policies

9. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management: Ensure implementation, resources, and compliance

• Supervisors: Enforce safety protocols and field discipline

• Workers/Participants: Follow all safety and environmental procedures

• Partners: Align activities with this policy framework

10. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

PlantPlant commits to continuous improvement of safety and environmental performance through:

• Regular monitoring and evaluation

• Incident reviews and corrective actions

• Training and capacity building

• Policy updates based on operational needs and regulatory changes

11. ENFORCEMENT

Non-compliance with this policy may result in:

• Removal from field activities

• Suspension of participation

• Termination of engagement

• Administrative or legal action where applicable

12. DOCUMENT CONTROL

Date: May 2026

Description: Initial release

Approved: By Executive Management

Version: 1.0

13. APPROVAL

This Safety & Environmental Policy is formally approved by PlantPlant Forestry Support Services Management and is effective upon issuance.