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STD.API/PETR0PUBL4691-ENGL199907322900627339267AmericanPetroleumInstituteAmerican Petroleum InstituteEnvironmental,Health,and Safety Missionand Guiding PrinciplesMISSIONThe members of the American Petroleum Institute are dedicuted to continuous effortsto improve the compatibility of our operations with the environment whileeconomically developing energy resources and supplying high qualiry products andservices to consumers.We recognize our responsibility to work with the public,thegovernment,and others to develop and to use natural resources in anenvironmentally sound manner while protecting the health and safery of ouremployees and the public.To meet these responsibilities.APl members pledge tomanage our businesses according to the following principles using sound science toprioritize risks and to implement cost-effective management practices:PRINCIPLESTo recognize and to respond to community concerns about our raw materials,products and operations.To operate our plants and facilities,and to handle our raw materials and productsin a manner that protects the environment.and the safety and health of ouremployees and the public.To make safety,health and environmental considerations a priority in ourplanning,and our development of new products and processes.To advise promptly,appropriate officials,employees,customers and the public ofinformation on significant industry-related safety,health and environmentalhazards,and to recommend protective measures.To counsel customers,transporters and others in the safe use.transportation anddisposal of our raw materials,products and waste materials.To economically develop and produce natural resources and to conserve thoseresources by using energy efficiently.To extend knowledge by conducting or supporting research on the safety,healthand environmental effects of our raw materials.products,processes and wastematerials.To commit to reduce overall emission and waste generationTo work with others to resolve problems created by handling and disposal ofhazardous substances from our operations.To participate with government and others in creating responsible laws,regulations and standards to safeguard the community,workplace andenvironment.To promote these principles and practices by sharing experiences and offeringassistance to others who produce,handle,use.transport or dispose of similar rawmaterials,petroleum products and wastes.Not for Resale