Philosophy & Accreditation
The PVC Stewardship Program, administered by the Vinyl Council of Australia, is an on-going, long-term, voluntary undertaking by the Australian PVC industry to recognise, and progressively address, all relevant environmental, health and safety issues along the PVC product life cycle within responsible and deliverable time frames.
As a Signatory to the Program since 2014, Specialty Polymers & Chemicals supports the program and adheres to the following five key themes associated with the life cycle of PVC
Best Practice Manufacturing
Safe and Sustainable Use of Additives
Energy and Greenhouse Gas Management
Resource Efficiency
Transparency and Engagement
Specialty Polymers & Chemicals provide sustainable solutions in an ever changing and environmentally conscience market. Understanding the importance of health and safety for not only the end user but also all stakeholders involved, SP&C have been a leader in introducing safer alternatives to chemicals traditionally used in manufacturing.
SP&C is committed to the long term removal of heavy metals from the Australian manufacturing industry. They are importers of additives which are 100% free of lead, cadmium and hexavellent chrome derivatives.
Product Stewardship Gold excellence 2017-18 , 18-19, 19-20, 20-21, 21-22, 22-23
Memberships : VINYL COUNCIL OF AUST & THE PSP / CHEMISTRY AUSTRALIA (FORMERLY PACIA) / APRI (AUSTRALIAN PLASTICS AND RUBBER INSTITUTE) /
SP&C IS A SIGNATORY TO OPERATION CLEANSWEEP AN INITIATIVE TO HAVE ZERO PELLET / GRANULE & POWDER LOSS IN AUSTRALIA.
SP&C Policies relating to Quality, Modern Slavery, Environmental Responsibilities, Work Health and Safety , Chain of responsibility, Diversity & Inclusion & Anti bribery can be found in the Policies Governance and Procedures page.
Vinyl Council of Australia (VCA) http://www.vinyl.org.au/
PVC Stewardship Program http://www.vinyl.org.au/the-program
https://www.opcleansweep.org.au/
