Environmental stewardship is an integral part of Reefership’s concept of quality embodied in the DOLE label. We believe that quality products and quality operations are produced in a quality manner.
Some companies treat the environment as public relation issue. At RMS it is an operational issue. We strive to keep the environment in the forefront of everything we do; we invest in environmental protection – making real improvement in our people, our ships and the equipment aboard them, and in our operation.
Every employee of RMS , both ashore and afloat, has a basic responsibility to comply with all rules and regulations designed to protect the environment. Of even greater importance, RMS strives to take a preventative approach by identifying and addressing environmental issues and risks before they become of concern to Dole’s customers, the industry or our vessels.
The cornerstone of good quality and safety management is commitment from the top, but it is the commitment, attitude and motivation of individuals at all levels which determines the end result.
RMS has a zero tolerance towards water pollution and is committed to provide equipment, spare parts and shore side disposal as required.
See also chapters 5 and 7.7.