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RC 14001 Certification

Responsible Care® Management System (RCMS)

A powerful tool for improving environmental and health & safety performance. RC 14001–Chemical Responsible Care® certification combined with ISO 14001 certification into a single, cost-effective process.

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What is RC 14001—Responsible Care? 

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) has created the RC 14001 standard for organizations that want to attain ISO 14001 certification while at the same time meeting the organization’s Responsible Care Management System or (RCMS) requirements. You need not be an ACC member to seek RC 14001 certification, however, this responsible care standard is focused on chemical companies and their suppliers. 

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Why Get RC 14001 Certification?

RC 14001 is a Chemical Responsible Care Management System that broadens the scope of the ISO 14001 Standard beyond the traditional Environmental Management System to include health and safety, security, transportation, outreach, emergency response and other Responsible Care requirements. The RC 14001 Technical Standard specification incorporates the elements of ISO 14001. 

Improve Performance

Improve performance

Increase Customer Satisfaction

Increase customer satisfaction

Manage for sustained success

Manage for sustained success

Reduce costly errors

Reduce costly errors

Drive sales & profitability

Drive sales & profitability

Service Steps

STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Pre-Assessment Pre-assessment is an optional service that is offered for companies that wish to get the highest possible understanding of their readiness prior to undergoing a certification assessment.
Certification Audit The certification audit has two parts, Stage 1 and Stage 2. The objective of these two audits is to confirm your company’s Quality Management System adheres to all the ISO requirements.
Certificate of Registration Upon acceptance by the Certification Committee, Amtivo issues a Certificate of Registration that is valid for 3 years and enters the newly certified organization into Amtivo’s List of Registered Firms.
Surveillance Audits Surveillance audits are conducted each calendar year to ensure compliance with the standard.
Re-Certification Prior to the expiration of your ISO certification, Amtivo will perform a re-certification audit. This will examine your management system in its entirety for overall effectiveness.

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RC 14001 Standards & Requirements 

Plan, Do, Check, Act 

The RC 14001 certification process begins with a strong commitment from company leadership. Senior management is called upon to develop, document and implement a policy that establishes a framework for defining and reviewing goals and objectives. There is an inherent commitment to continual improvement in this framework. 

1. PLAN

Companies must first PLAN  

That is, identify, assess, and evaluate potential hazards and risks associated with their products, processes, distribution, and other operations. Companies then establish goals and objectives to address any significant hazards and risks, taking into consideration the concerns of their employees, communities, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. 

2. DO

Next, companies must DO, or implement what they have planned 

They establish, document, and communicate responsibilities to meet their stated goals and objectives. This includes creating processes to identify and meet staff training needs on performance-related job requirements. Communicating with employees and other stakeholders is essential. 

3. CHECK

Then companies must CHECK their progress. 

This stage highlights performance measurement and corrective action. Activities include self-assessments, in which companies regularly measure and evaluate their performance including compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements. They also take corrective and preventive action to make necessary adjustments. In addition, companies establish procedures for the identification and maintenance of Responsible Care records. 

4. ACT 

Finally, companies must ACT 

Senior management periodically reviews the continuing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of the management system and makes any necessary changes to enhance performance. The results of this process are shared with stakeholders. 

Regardless of whether you opt for RC 14001 or RCMS certification, companies taking part in the Responsible Care initiative must undergo headquarters and facility audits to assure that they have a structure and system in place to measure, manage and verify performance. All Responsible Care companies are required to renew their certification every three years. 

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Discover how RC 14001 certification can enhance your business, and the best way for you to obtain this highly regarded ISO certification. 

RC 14001 Certification

Obtaining RC 14001 Certification gives your companies’ service management system recognition around the world. Amtivo is here to streamline your RC 14001 certification. 

RC 14001 Implementation

Amtivo is here to help throughout the entire implementation of your Responsible Care management system and simplify the process. 

RC 14001 Maintenance

Maintaining the certification, continuous improvement, and increased performance are easily achieved with our superior customer support at Amtivo.

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