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Who Should Consider the OCS Certification Scheme?
The Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) certification scheme holds importance for a wide spectrum of stakeholders within the plastics industry. Producers, converters, transport and logistics companies, as well as recyclers, all stand to benefit significantly from its implementation.
Plastic pellets are not household waste. Their management and disposal are neither under the responsibility of consumers, nor of public authorities. They are raw materials. Their containment outside natural habitats falls almost exclusively under the vigilance of manufacturers and operators in the supply chain.
OCS provides solutions to prevent pellets ending up in the environment. This program is good for the environment, for the safety of employees and for business in general.
What is Operation Clean Sweep Certification?
The OCS scheme not only emphasizes the shared responsibility of every segment of the industry in minimizing pellet loss but also provides a structured framework for achieving this goal. By establishing common minimum requirements based on the six pillars of the OCS commitment, the scheme ensures consistency and accountability throughout the plastic supply chain.
These requirements are subject to regular audits by accredited certification bodies, allowing companies to assess and quantify their implementation of the OCS commitment. Certified companies are listed in an online Public Register and are required to report annually on their certification progress, including estimates of pellet loss and performance indicators.
Every segment of the industry - whether resin producers, transporters or plastics processors - has a role to play in eliminating resin losses in pellets, flakes and dust. It's the little things that count: a few pellets, flakes and dust here, a handful there. It all adds up when you consider the thousands of installations in the industry and the frequency with which pellets, flakes and resin dust are loaded and unloaded.
Why choose Kiwa?
- We are a renowned and accredited certification body with extensive experience in various industries, including plastics.
- Credibility and reliability in the certification process, instilling confidence in stakeholders.
- Global presence and network enable comprehensive certification services for international compliance.
- Proficiency in auditing and assessment procedures ensures thorough evaluations of pellet containment practices.
- Identification of areas for improvement and continuous compliance with OCS commitments.
- Alignment with sustainability objectives enhances credibility and competitiveness.
- Demonstrated dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainable business practices.
