ISO / SOCIAL CONTRIBUTION / CSR

 

ISO Certifications

December 2003 Obtained Qualitative Certification, ISO 9001:2000
December 2007 Obtained Environmental Certification, ISO 14001:2004

Scope of certifications:Head Office、Tokyo Office、Head Office Factory、I.T. Factory、II Factory、Ⅲ Factory

Quality Policy

  • We establish and enforce our Quality Management System based on long-term predictions of the shape of society and industry and promote steady and continuous improvement of these activities.
     
    • To analyze and comprehend the everchanging requirements of customers and live up to the expectation of both our suppliers and endusers.
    • To improve our original recycling system and promote Yano Metals' brand image to a wide range of customers.

Environmental Policy

  • As a company engaged in the recycling business, we deeply recognize the global importance of environmental conservation and introduce environmental measures throughout all of our business activities. We establish specific environmental goals and systematically work towards these with continuous improvements.
     
    • To contribute to the creation of a recycling-based society by recycling and reusing scrap.
    • To reduce the environmental burden associated with our businesses by;
      ● Promoting energy efficiency
      ● Preventing pollution
      ● Promoting resource conservation and recycling
    • To observe all relevant environmental laws and regulations.
 

Social Contribution Activities

-Efforts for SDGs-

Category Detail of Initiative Activities・Specific measures Goal
Energy
Energy
SDGs

Consumption reduction

Utilization of renewable energy

● Implementation of Solar photovoltaics
● Implementation of energy-saving and efficient equipment
● Use of LED lighting
01 SDGs
Society・Region
Society・Region
SDGs

Regional Contribution

Neighborhood Considerations

● Donation of school supplies to nearby elementary and junior high schools
● Donation to municipality and children's cafeterias
● Participation in neighborhood street cleanups and other cleanup activities
● Suppression of noise generation, Promotion of greening
SDGs SDGs SDGs SDGs
Resource
Resource
SDGs

Reduction of usage volume

Reuse

● Reduction of paper use, Using recycle paper
● Use of FSC, PEFC and Green products
● Reuse of resources
● Reuse of waste oil, Extraction of metals from waste oil
SDGs SDGs SDGs SDGs
Waste
Waste
SDGs

Reduction of generated volume

● Thorough management of waste sorting
● Reduction of waste volume
● Use of recycling boxes
SDGs
Atmosphere
Atmosphere
SDGs

Reduction of air pollutant emissions

Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions

● Use of motor-driven Forklifts
● Installation of flue gas treatment equipment and scrubbers
● Using EV and eco-friendly cars as commercial vehicles
SDGs SDGs
Water
Water
SDGs

Drainage Management

Reduction of usage volume

● Use of purification equipment and heavy metal removal equipment before draining
● Improvement of cleaning methods
SDGs SDGs
Employment
Employment
SDGs

Improvement of working environment and condition

Environmental Education

● Introduction of commendation and incentive Systems
● Introduction of Child-rearing support allowance
● Support for qualification acquisition
● Employment of silver human resources
SDGs SDGs SDGs
 

CSR and Procurement Policy

1. Provision of goods and services
We provide products and services that satisfy all our customers' concerns for cost and quality etc. and steadfastly introduce continual improvements to our business activities.

2. Observance of laws and social norms
We carefully observe all state and local commercial laws as well as comply with social norms, laws, and regulations such as those related to ethics, labor standards, safety and health, and environmental conservation.

3. Ensuring human rights and a respectful working environment
We respect our employees' basic human rights and continuously strive to improve workspaces in accordance with safety and health standards.

4. Responsible raw material procurement
We do not deal in any material that may lead to social problems such as the violation of human rights or environmental destruction.

5. Environmental consideration
In working to achieve a sustainable society, we constantly improve our business activities so as to reduce their environmental burden.

6. Exclusion of anti-social elements
We have a complete exclusion of the anti-social forces which threaten the order and safety of civil society.

7. Confidentiality and information security
All private and confidential information acquired through communication with our customers is strictly managed and securely stored.

As a member of the local community, we promise to continue engaging in social contribution activities.