| Shell Deer Park Earns ISO 14001 Certification
Shell Deer Park refinery and chemical plant each
has received certification to the ISO 14001
international standard for environmental management
systems (EMS).
The International Organization for
Standardization (ISO) grants the registration to
companies with a demonstrated commitment to
environmental stewardship.
ISO 14001 standards incorporate work processes
that ensure continuous improvement in environmental
performance. Following rigorous assessments
throughout the facility, the British Standards Institute
(BSI), a third-party agency that evaluates management
systems, recommended the certification for both the
refinery and chemical plant.
“First, BSI verified that the documentation of Shell
Deer Park environmental management systems met
standards,” explains Randy Burow, quality manager
for the refinery. “After the procedures review, they
conducted an extensive field assessment to make sure we
are performing according to our stated documentation.”
While the certification conveys that we have met
high standards for environmental management systems,
it isn’t a one-time designation. BSI assessments of Shell
will continue every six months for two years. “We can’t
rest on our laurels, because we must continually
maintain and improve our management systems to
remain certified,” says Shari Keller, chemical plant staff
environmental specialist.
ISO 14001 certification validates that Shell Deer
Park understands its regulatory responsibilities and is
managing risks in its operations for minimal environmental
impact.
“Our certification also shows that SDP’s
commitment goes beyond just compliance,” Keller
notes. “We are doing some things right and striving
to get better.” |
