Communications Policy Statement

Hi Everyone,

Here is a Statement confirming the Company’s Communications Policy:

Corporate Communications Policy - Communicating Outside the Company

All communications made to the public by Astute, or on its behalf, are to be accurate, complete, understandable and timely. They should also originate from an appropriate company approved sources.

Communicating on Adverse PR
Only specifically authorized persons may respond to Adverse PR. Staff should never discuss, comment on or otherwise respond to Adverse PR coverage under any circumstances without Astute’s permission in writing from an authorised public relations person involved in the communication. You should refer, without comment, any press interview requests and all other inquiries about Adverse PR regarding Astute in the first instant to your line manager.

Communicating with the Press
Only specifically authorized persons may conduct interviews with the press. Staff should never speak with a member of the press regarding Astute, our products or Clients under any circumstances without an Astute’s authorized public relations person involvement in the communication. You should refer, without comment, any press interview requests and all other inquiries from the media regarding Astute in the first instant to your line manager.

Any questions please refer, in the first instant, to your line manager.

Regards

Mark Dungworth

Marketing Manager - SGS Group

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Environmatal Policy Statement

Hi Everyone,

 

Here is a Statement confirming the Company’s Environmental Policy:

 

Environmental Policy Statement

 

A clean, healthy and safe environment is important to everyone. As a company, Cotford Investigation & Security Services Limited trading as Astute Security recognises its legal and public responsibilities to minimise/prevent pollution of the environment and harm to human health as a result of its business operations.

 

Astute Security will achieve its policy objectives by implementing responsible management systems and procedures for staff, providing information and training, and promoting environmental awareness throughout the organisation. Periodic reviews and risk assessment will be undertaken in order to maintain adequate controls and to minimize the risk of environmental accidents.

 

Policy Objectives

 

Astute Security will comply with all relevant environmental legislation and regulations.

 

Consideration will be given to the environmental performance of suppliers of materials and services, contractors and sub-contractors.

 

Wherever practicable, products made from recycled or recyclable materials will be used. The use of toxic substances and solvents labelled as hazardous to health or the environment will be minimised.

 

Waste will be minimised at source wherever practical.

 

Buildings, services and processes will be operated efficiently to conserve energy and resources.

 

The mileage expense scheme has been designed to encourage the use of efficient cars and vehicles running to optimum performance and the alternative use of public transport where practical.

 

Responsibilities and Organisation

 

The prime responsibility for environmental matters lays with Guy Dungworth (Director) the executives in charge, with responsibility for policy implementation.

 

David Stubbs, Business Unit Manager is responsible for general policy, development of procedures and assisting implementation by managers and staff.

 

All staff are required to comply with this environmental policy, the related procedures and statutory requirements, and to report environmental hazards to their manager. Managers are responsible for their department/branch complying with policy and procedural arrangements.

 

The policy will be reviewed annually to ensure it continues to meet the Company's objectives and current legislation.

 

Any Question please refer, in the first instant, to your line manager.

Regards

Mark Dungworth

Marketing Manager - SGS Group

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Corporate & Social Responsibility Policy Statement

Hi Everyone,

 

Here is Statement confirming the Company’s Corporate & Social Responsibility Policy:

 

Corporate & Social Responsibility Policy

 

At Astute Security we define Corporate Social Responsibility as Follows:

 

• Conducting business in a social responsible and ethical manner;
• Protecting the environment and safety of people;
• Supporting human rights; and
• Engaging, learning from, respecting and supporting the communities and cultures with which we work.

 

Astute Security will ensure that all matters of Corporate Social Responsibility are supported in our operations and administrative matters and are consistent with Astute Security’s best interests. Astute Security is committed to being recognised as an organisation considerate of Corporate Social Responsibility and recognises that in doing so we will add significant value for our Shareholders.

 

This policy applies to activities undertaken by or on behalf of Astute Security, the trade name of Cotford Investigations & Security Services Limited.

 

All Astute Security’s employees will adopt the Corporate Social Responsibility considerations described in this Policy into their daily working activities. Astute Security’s management team will act as role models by incorporating those considerations into the decisions they make in all business activities. Astute Security’s management team will ensure that appropriate organisational structures are in place to effectively identify, monitor and manage Corporate Social Responsibility issues and performance relevant to our business.

 

This Policy is built on the following areas that reflect existing that reflect existing and emerging standards of Corporate Social Responsibility:

 

Business Ethics & Transparency

 

Astute Security is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and corporate governance practices in order to maintain excellence in its daily operations and to promote confidence in our governance systems.

 

Astute Security will conduct its business in an open, honest and ethical manner.

 

Astute Security recognise the importance of protecting all of our human, financial, physical, informational, social, environmental and reputational assets.

 

Environmental Health & Safety

 

Astute Security is committed to protecting the health & Safety of all individuals affected by our activities, including employees, contractors and the general public. Astute Security will provide a safe and healthy working environment and will not compromise the health and safety of any individual. Our goal is to have no accidents and mitigate the impact of by working with our stakeholders, peers and others to promote responsible environmental practices and continuous improvement.

 

Astute Security is committed to environmental protection and stewardship.

 

All Astute Security’s employees are responsible and accountable for contributing to a safe working environment, for fostering safe working attitudes and for operating in an environmentally responsible manner.

 

Stakeholder Relations

 

Astute Security will engage stakeholders clearly, honestly and respectfully.

 

Astute Security is committed to timely and meaningful dialogue with all stakeholders, including shareholders, customers and employees, indigenous peoples, governments, regulators and landowners, amongst others.

 

Employee Relations

 

Astute Security will ensure that employees are treated fairly and with dignity and consideration for their goals and aspirations and that diversity in the workplace is embraced.

 

Astute Security will apply fair labour practices, while respecting the national and local laws of the United Kingdom.

 

Astute Security is committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not engage in or tolerate unlawful workplace conduct, including discrimination, intimidation or harassment.

 

Human Rights

 

Astute Security recognises that governments have a primary responsibility to promote and protect human rights. Astute Security will work with governments and agencies to support and respect human rights within our sphere of influence.

 

Astute Security will not tolerate human rights abuses and will not engage or be complicit in any activity that solicits or encourages human rights abuse.

 

Astute Security will always strive to build trust, deliver mutual advantage and demonstrate respect for human dignity and rights in all relationships it enters into, including respect for cultures, customs and values of individuals and groups.

 

Community Investment

 

Astute Security stresses collaboration, consultation and partnership approaches in pour community investment program.

 

Astute Security will integrate Community Investment considerations into decision making and business practices and will insist in local capacity building to develop mutually beneficial relationships with communities.

 

Astute Security will strive to provide employment and economic opportunities in the community where we operate.

Any questions please refer, in the first instant, to your line manager.

Regards

Mark Dungworth

Marketing Manager - SGS Group

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