management, compliance review, training, carrier safety, safe handling, safe storage, and emergency procedures.

We have a philosophy that makes the health and safety of our employees, the community, and protection of the environment a top priority.

Our employee health and safety program encompasses strategies necessary to protect and promote the health and safety of people working or visiting our facility. We do this through the

identification and assessment of hazards, prevention of unsafe acts or conditions, improvements in employee health, communication, and dialogue on health or safety issues.

The St. Gabriel site has many committees such as the Total Safety Team, 9 Unit Safety Committees, the Spill Prevention Committee, and Safety Focus that promotes safety at work and at home.

Safety is our number one priority. The St. Gabriel site encompasses strategies necessary to secure and maintain a chemical distribution safety program protective of public safety, health, and the environment. Our strategy includes risk

Syngenta offers training and development to current and potential employees.

We partner with industry, the community, and local universities and schools to offer diverse educational opportunities for our workforce and local community.

The St. Gabriel site instituted a pre-hire training program for potential technicians. The 120-hour program teaches the basic interpersonal and technical skills required to work at the St. Gabriel production site.

A major thrust in the expansion of training capabilities is the development of a web-based training system. Employees are self directed in their learning, creating a more knowledgeable workforce.