HSE International ISSUE 96 | Page 24

SAFETY PRODUCTS: MAGNUM® ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT™ Quality control at Magnum is key and new potential suppliers of products to the UK are ‘pre-assessed’ for suitability and conformity to Magnum’s corporate standards. Pre-assessment includes: • Product Quality: The UK is certified to ISO9001 quality management standard. Is the supplier also ISO9001 certified or have in place similar systems to ensure their performance meets our corporate standards? • Environment: The UK is certified to ISO14001 environmental management standard. Is the supplier certified to ISO14001 or do they have in place similar systems to meet our corporate standards? • Ethical trade: All prospective suppliers are required to meet our Corporate Social Responsibility Policy on ethical and sustainable trade. • Magnum uses the services of independent third party auditors such as Bureau Veritas to inspect their supply chain factories, and interview management and staff to ensure effective standards are in place. • Hazardous substances: A detailed corporate ‘Hazardous Materials Policy’ is in place to prevent the use of hazardous materials/substances in any company products. New prospective suppliers must ensure they meet the requirements of this policy. As an experienced footwear 24 HSE INTERNATIONAL supplier in a global economy, Hi-Tec Sports UK (including the Magnum Brand) recognise the importance of respecting culture and the environment around the world. Hi-Tec Sports UK believe that high business standards play a significant role in their continued success and growth, but never lose sight of the responsibility that comes with this. The aim of their policies is to ensure that the impact of their activities is positive for all internal and external stakeholders. To achieve this they share good practice with customers, suppliers and employees for both their benefit and that of the wider community and environment. “All Magnum and Hi-Tec Sports products are labelled with a message to our customers where we ask them to support Stop Rhino Poaching; a non-profit organisation that has our brand support.” www.stoprhinopoaching.com