Our Policies
EARTH Environmental Consultants operates under a robust framework of policies that guide our professional conduct, ensure regulatory compliance, protect people and the environment, and uphold the highest standards of integrity across all our projects.
Policy Framework
Our policies are aligned with national legislation, international best practice, and recognised standards applicable to environmental consulting, engineering, and sustainability advisory services. They apply to all employees, associates, contractors, and partners engaged by EARTH.
Environmental Policy
EARTH is committed to protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development through responsible professional practice.
- Integrate environmental considerations into all project decisions
- Prevent pollution and minimise environmental harm
- Promote efficient use of natural resources
- Support biodiversity conservation and ecosystem resilience
- Comply with applicable environmental laws, permits, and standards
Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Policy
The safety and wellbeing of our people, clients, and stakeholders is a core priority. We manage OH&S risks systematically and promote a culture of prevention, competence, and accountability.
- Provide safe and healthy working conditions for employees, contractors, and visitors
- Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement risk controls (hierarchy of controls)
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety legislation and client site rules
- Maintain a clear incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action process
- Require appropriate PPE, task-specific permits, and safe work procedures where applicable
- Implement fitness-for-work expectations (fatigue, impairment, and medical readiness) for field activities
- Manage contractor OH&S performance through prequalification, induction, supervision, and review
- Maintain emergency preparedness and response (first aid, fire, spill response, evacuation)
- Empower “stop-work authority” where unsafe conditions are identified
- Provide role-based OH&S training and competency verification
Quality Management Policy
We deliver technically sound, defensible, and high-quality work that meets client expectations and regulatory requirements.
- Apply consistent quality assurance and technical review processes
- Use competent personnel with relevant expertise and appropriate supervision
- Base recommendations on sound science, engineering principles, and verified data
- Continuously improve our systems, tools, and methodologies
- Maintain clear documentation, version control, and audit trails
Ethics & Professional Conduct Policy
EARTH conducts all business with honesty, independence, and professional integrity.
- Avoid conflicts of interest and declare them where unavoidable
- Provide objective, unbiased professional advice supported by evidence
- Reject bribery, corruption, facilitation payments, and improper influence
- Respect cultural, social, and community values in engagement and fieldwork
- Comply with professional codes of conduct and contractual obligations
Data Protection & Confidentiality Policy
We protect client, stakeholder, and employee information against unauthorised access or misuse, and we treat data as a critical asset.
- Handle personal and project data lawfully, fairly, and securely
- Limit data access to authorised personnel only (least-privilege principle)
- Maintain confidentiality of client information and sensitive project details
- Use data solely for legitimate business purposes and agreed scopes
- Apply secure storage, backup, retention, and disposal practices
- Report and manage data incidents promptly with corrective action
Social Responsibility & Community Engagement Policy
We recognise the importance of social responsibility, meaningful stakeholder engagement, and transparent consultation for durable project outcomes.
- Engage stakeholders transparently, respectfully, and in culturally appropriate ways
- Support inclusive and equitable development outcomes and local participation where feasible
- Respect human rights, local customs, and community priorities
- Document engagement outcomes and integrate feedback into project decisions where relevant
- Address community concerns responsibly and support grievance pathways where applicable
Governance & Implementation
Responsibility for implementing and maintaining these policies rests with EARTH’s management team and applies across all levels of the organisation.
Review & Continual Improvement
- Policies are reviewed periodically to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness
- Lessons learned are captured and translated into improved procedures and training
- Corrective and preventive actions are tracked through closure
Training & Accountability
- Staff and contractors receive role-based induction and refresher training
- Responsibilities are defined for supervisors, team leads, and field coordinators
- Non-compliance is addressed through corrective action and management review
Risk Management & Safe Delivery
- Project risks (technical, environmental, social, and OH&S) are assessed and managed throughout delivery
- Emergency preparedness is maintained for field activities, including first aid and spill response readiness
- Data security and confidentiality are protected through controlled access and secure systems
Our Commitment
These policies reflect EARTH’s commitment to responsible environmental consulting, ethical practice, and sustainable development. We do not merely comply with requirements— we strive to set a standard of excellence in everything we do.
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