As we all know, the distribution of hazardous products requires utmost responsibility and care. To promote best practices in this sector, the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) has developed its Responsible Distribution program.
This program has been designed to ensure the safe handling of chemicals by setting a rigorous set of standards that promote sustainability, environmental friendliness, and industry best practices.
In this blog post, we will discuss what NACD Responsible Distribution is, its guiding principles and why it is one of the most valued certifications in our industry.
What is the NACD Responsible Distribution program?
NACD Responsible Distribution is an extensive program crafted to foster the secure and responsible handling and management of chemical products. As a leading initiative in the chemical distribution industry, this program establishes the benchmarks that all companies in the field must comply with. The program comprehensively covers all aspects of chemical distribution, from the receipt, storage, handling, to the distribution of hazardous chemicals, ensuring the utmost safety and responsibility throughout the process.
To attain NACD verification, companies must demonstrate their unwavering commitment to environmental, health, and safety goals. This includes meeting the program’s stringent criteria, which involve passing a rigorous audit process that assesses their compliance with Responsible Distribution’s principles and guidelines. With this verification, companies can assure their customers that they prioritize safety and responsibility in their operations, ensuring the highest standards of service and accountability.
The Guiding Principles of NACD Responsible Distribution
The NACD Responsible Distribution system is based on nine guiding principles that are critical to safe handling of hazardous products.
- To recognize and respond to community concerns about chemicals, their handling, use, storage, transportation, and disposal.
- To make health, safety, security, and environmental considerations a priority in our planning for all existing and new operations, products, processes, and facilities.
- To inform emergency response officials, employees, customers, and the public of manufacturer’s information on chemical-related health and environmental hazards, and the manufacturer’s recommendations on protective and remedial measures.
- To work with customers, in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations, on producto stewardship including handling, use, storage, transportation and disposal of chemicals.
- To protect the health, safety, and security of the public, our employees, the environment and our plants and facilities.
- To cooperate with individuals, government, and other interested entities in resolving problems created by handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
- To participate with individuals, government, and other interested entities in creating responsable laws, regulations, and practices to help safeguard the community, workplace and environment.
- To adhere to applicable local, state and national laws, rules and regulations in respect to our handling, use, storage, transportation and disposal of chemicals.
- To promote the principles and practices of Responsible Distribution by sharing experiences and offering assistance to those who handle, use, store, transport or dispose of chemicals.
Certification from NACD
At TZ Group, we take great pride in being NACD verified. We are committed to providing excellent chemical and quality services to our customers in a differentiated, innovative, and sustainable way.
Our commitment to Responsible Distribution has helped us maintain our certification and drive continuous improvement in our operations. Being NACD verified sets us apart from other chemical distributors and shows our customers that we are committed to doing things right.
Get in touch with TZ Group
NACD Responsible Distribution is a comprehensive system for the safe handling and distribution of hazardous chemicals. It outlines a set of principles and guidelines that ensure best practices are adhered to when handling these products. The program certifications indicate to customers that their suppliers are responsible and committed to safety, health, and environmental standards.
As a company that upholds these standards, TZ Group is proud to be NACD verified and will continue to promote responsible chemical handling and management practices for the safety of our customers, employees, and the environment.
If you desire further details regarding our services and certifications, do not hesitate to reach out to us, and we will gladly furnish you with all the requisite information.
