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2SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTED TO AND ON BEHALF OF EMPLOYEES
Finally, the CFC and HCFC emissions are monitored through our The Group’s industrial sites, in connection to the objective to have
air conditioners in accordance with legislation. They are not linked 100% ISO 14001 certification, have procedures in place to prevent
to our industrial activities. emergencies and respond effectively if necessary. Preventive and
corrective action plans are based on an analysis of non-standard
Noise and odors
situations and their potential impact. This analysis draws in part on
hazard reviews for classified installations.
All Schneider Electric sites comply with noise and odor limits.
For examples, certain sites that handle large amounts of chemical
Environmental risk management and prevention
compounds are equipped with balloon-type containment systems
to avoid any pollution through the water systems; others, located
The Group takes a proactive approach to managing environmental next to a river, have floating beams.
liabilities associated with both current and historical operations.
Through our ISO14001 program, we actively manage the potential Drills are held regularly throughout the year to ensure that
for impacts to the natural environment at our operating facilities. supporting procedures are ready and effective.
No Schneider Electric sites are Seveso classified. Our focus on A national organization has been set up to track sensitive sites.
environmental compliance and continuous improvement of our Their managers systematically receive training in environmental
significant environmental impacts minimizes any impacts on the crisis management. Directives, procedures and national guidelines
environment. Regarding management of environmental impacts concerning environmental crisis management, historical and
associated with historical operations or acquisitions, this is current operations management, pollution risk prevention and
managed at the regional level. Each region uses external experts to other topics are available on the intranet. Internal audits verify that
investigate and address historic impacts to the environment these procedures are applied correctly.
according to the local requirements and to minimize any impacts to
human health and the environment. In 2013, no new material
environmental impacts were identified. As a result of all of these
actions, no compensation has been paid out in application of the
legal ruling in2013.
Committed to and on behalf 4.
ofemployees
Overview 4.1
Context and aims
facilitates consideration for local economic, legislative and
cultural realities;
Schneider Electric’s people are critical to its success. The Group all employees are treated equally on the basis of their skills,
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motivates its employees and promotes involvement by making the notably with regard to employment, recruitment, talent
most of diversity, supporting professional development, and identification, mobility, training, remuneration, health and safety
ensuring safe, healthy working conditions. (common processes and policies);
Human Resources play a key role in supporting the development particular emphasis is placed on communicating the Group’s
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of Schneider Electric in the changing context of its activity. This broad strategic plans to the employees in order to enhance
growth is characterized by a sustained internationalization, individual participation;
numerous acquisitions, the increase of headcounts dedicated to training is also a priority so that employees have the opportunity
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selling solutions and services, while maintaining a share of blue to adapt to developments within the company.
collars close to 50%. Schneider Electric encourages each employee to actively manage
Schneider Electric’s HR policy is founded on a strong sense of their own career in collaboration with their line manager, their HR
commitment and shared services: manager and using the tools provided, particularly on the Group’s
all Group entities participate in the drawing up of HR policies
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intranet. This allows each employee to play a key role in their own
and in their application. This guarantees coherence and performance and in their advancement.
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