Liberty Tire Recycling | 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report 32 ENGAGING PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES Fire Safety Fires are always a significant concern for recycling operations and accordingly, a top priority for our safety team. A study by the National Fire Protection Association found that recycling facilities experience fires at a rate of one every 36 hours, largely due to the combustible nature of materials being processed. With this always top of mind, a dedicated fire prevention specialist reviews our material storage piles and our fire suppression systems often multiple times each day. Additionally, we partner with local fire chiefs to train our employees and reinforce our internal training. All advanced recycling facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art SonicAire fans to stop fugitive and combustible dust buildup before it starts. Our fire detection and suppression system, Flamex, uses infrared technology to monitor the equipment for potential hazards and automates the deluge system if necessary. Additionally, inhouse teams are trained on the use of F-500 EA, an encapsulator fire suppressant agent that is available at every location and is a nontoxic, non-corrosive and fully biodegradable agent effective in treating Class A and Class B fires. Liberty’s Commitment to Enhanced Workplace Safety Our Western Canada locations are leading the way at Liberty Tire Recycling to make the workplace safer. Canadian Regional Manager of OSE and Quality Control, Shaun McCabe, has led efforts to enhance the company’s safety protocols by integrating new practices and tools since 2015. Over time, the team has developed an inspection, issue capture and corrective action platform to improve their operations. Employees can actively record safe work observations, conduct equipment pre-operation checks, and make behavior-based safety observations from their smartphone or tablet. They can also suggest improvements or report concerns anonymously, ensuring that every voice is heard. While the app supports these efforts by providing data collection, monitoring, tracking, and real-time communication, the real success comes from the dedication of our employees. They diligently follow safety procedures, trust the anonymity of their reporting, and have confidence that their supervisors will address their concerns. This commitment to safety helps us achieve our goal of sending everyone home safely, every day.
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