Hexion successfully completed the re-certification process for Responsible Care 14001® (RC14001) across all its North and Latin American sites, reaffirming its commitment to operational excellence. In addition, 24 sites within Hexion's network have achieved ISO 9001 certification.
2023 marked the 35th anniversary of the American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) safety and security initiative, Responsible Care®. This voluntary program commits chemical companies to aligning their operations with Responsible Care Guiding Principles and undergo annual audits by accredited third-party auditors. Responsible Care serves as a framework for companies to:
U.S. companies participating in Responsible Care program have a worker safety incident rate nearly five times better than the U.S. manufacturing sector and almost three times better than the overall business of chemistry.
The recent certification audits covered Hexion’s headquarters and five manufacturing sites located in Edmonton, Canada; Sheboygan, Wisconsin; Hope, Arkansas; Morganton, North Carolina; and Alexandria, Louisiana. These comprehensive reviews confirmed compliance across various aspects including environmental management, safety procedures, regulatory compliance, product safety, security measures, emergency response plans, and community/stakeholder engagement.
