Smith & Associates Gains OHSAS 18001 Certification
HOUSTON, TX (PRWEB) April 20, 2015 -- Smith & Associates, the largest independent distributor of electronic components, today announces its global headquarters’ certification to OHSAS 18001. This certification validates Smith's conformance to internationally recognized health and safety standards and the company’s dedication to the wellbeing of its employees and visitors.
The OHSAS 18001 standard ensures that occupational health and safety management systems are put in place and communicated across organizations through staff training and awareness efforts. Additionally, this framework confirms that organizations have proper planning, risk assessment, and emergency response procedures in place, and that monitoring and activities for continual improvement are being carried out. Smith’s certification to this standard underscores the company’s deep commitment to the wellbeing of its people and to visitors to Smith’s facilities.
“Smith’s strength comes from the skill, experience, and dedication of our global team,” said Kirk Wehby, Smith’s Chief Operating Officer. “That’s why our people and their health and safety are one of our highest priorities. Maintaining a vibrant and safe environment for our employees also provides guests to our facilities with the best accommodation and safety standards.”
In addition to identifying and controlling potential health and safety risks, adherence to the vigorous OHSAS 18001 standard also improves efficiency by protecting employees from accidents that can delay workflow. Smith’s occupational health and safety framework is honed to nurture a workplace of efficiency and excellence.
“Attaining certification to the OHSAS 18001 standard is confirmation of the high priority we have always placed on our workers’ and visitors’ wellbeing,” continued Kirk. “This certification is the next step in our commitment to continual improvement of our operations so that we can continue to provide our employees the best possible environment in which to work, thrive, and grow.”
About Smith & Associates
Founded in Houston in 1984, Smith & Associates is a leader in the independent distribution of semiconductors and electronic components to electronics and high-tech manufacturers. Smith offers shortage sourcing for commodity and obsolete parts, innovative purchasing and inventory management solutions, redistribution of excess inventory, and component stocking for warranty and repair programs.
A privately-held company, Smith & Associates employs more than 350 people worldwide, with annual revenue in excess of US $748 million. Smith's regional hubs in Houston, Hong Kong, and Amsterdam are ISO certified. In addition, sales and purchasing offices are located in Austin, Silicon Valley, Guadalajara, New York, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Seoul, Taipei, Penang, and Bangalore. For more information, see http://www.smithweb.com/ or, to reach a Smith representative 24 hours a day, please call: 1.800.HOUSTON or +1 713.430.3000.
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For more information, contact:
Mark Bollinger
Smith & Associates, V.P. of Marketing
+1 713.430.3000
mbollinger(at)nfsmith(dot)com
Mark Bollinger, Smith & Associates, http://www.smithweb.com, +1 713.430.3000, [email protected]
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