CORPORATE SOCIAL & RESPONSIBILITY
PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT AND RESPECTING STAKEHOLDERS
We believe business success is consistent with business responsibility and sustainability.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Oilfast, a rapidly expanding fuel company in the United Kingdom, is dedicated to upholding corporate responsibility and sustainability. As a family-owned enterprise, our values centre on integrity, honesty, respect, empowerment, and trust, reflecting our belief in the ethical and prudent practices essential to our operations.
We are steadfast in our conviction that responsibility and sustainability are imperative to our business’s prosperity. Our endeavours are directed towards securing the long-term viability of our company, safeguarding the environment, and honouring our stakeholders. Our corporate culture strongly aligns with our economic goals and responsibilities.
We take the environment seriously
We focus on our carbon footprint by continuously reducing our GHG Emissions in both scopes 1 and 2 each year. We are now fuelling some of our fleets within the Group with HVO fuel, a drop-in alternative to diesel that can reduce net CO2 emissions by up to 90%. This initiative is part of our commitment to lead the way toward a sustainable future for everyone.
Culture
We continue to pride ourselves in having highly able and motivated employees throughout our business and see it as an area of competitive advantage in our marketplace. We recognise the importance of all our colleagues, and that their health and well-being is vital to the success of the business. We are an equal opportunities employer with no barriers on age, sex, disability, religion, race, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity. Employees are judged on ability and application and are treated with respect, honesty, consistency, and compassion. This approach is inherent in our family business, ethics, and culture.
Health and Wellbeing Champions appointed across the company.
EAP available to all employees to support with mental health and wellbeing.
Employees are trained, developed, empowered and rewarded.
Local Communities
We actively seek to build positive and mutually beneficial relationships with our neighbours and the broader public, integrating their feedback into our business operations for continuous improvement. When it comes to our local area, we’re all about doing what’s right for our team, our customers, our partners, and the environment. We’re all about teaming up with everyone to make sure we’re creating positive change that makes our communities happier and healthier.
We’re always on the lookout for new ways to make a positive impact, and we’re ramping up our efforts to give back to our local community. We’ve donated to all kinds of local causes, charities, events, schools, and sports teams.
The Environment
Promoting a safe and sustainable business model is fundamental to our core business strategy. We recognise that prioritizing safety and environmental sustainability not only benefits our employees, customers, and communities but also contributes to the long-term success and resilience of our business.
We continuously reduce our GHG Emissions in both scopes 1 and 2 each year.
We are now fuelling some of our fleets within the Group with HVO fuel.
Modernisation of tanker fleet with Euro 6 engines delivering lower emissions and improved fuel efficiency, among a number of other benefits.
When it comes to our delivery operations, we meticulously plan our routes to minimize delivery miles and consequently reduce our CO2 emissions.
Proudly taking climate action with Carma
At Oilfast Group, we are passionately dedicated to forging a sustainable future. We deeply understand our pivotal role in minimising our environmental footprint and propelling the UK’s ambitious journey towards net zero. We are proud to be part of the Carma movement, helping reforest the planet and support UK veterans every month through our Impact Plan.
Working Responsibly
We prioritise the safety of our employees, neighbours, and the general public. We approach safe operations as a fundamental aspect of everything we do and actively seek opportunities to improve safety measures. At Oilfast, the well-being of our colleagues, customers, and communities is our top priority.
Health, Safety And Quality
We are committed to operating with honesty and integrity while meeting all legal requirements. We take pride in our numerous accreditations in energy management, environmental management, and quality management, which assure our stakeholders of the high standards we maintain across our operations.
We have our own in-house quality assurance and regularly conduct self-audits to ensure that all quality controls within our organisation are being adhered to.
Reduction in our lost time injury frequency rate
Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP) Ltd membership for health and safety assessment schemes operating in the UK and ROI.
Professional in-house CPC holders.
Continual ongoing training provided by Citation for all staff.
Complies with the requirements of the Cyber Essentials Plus scheme.
ISO Standards
At the heart of our operations is a deep commitment to the safety and well-being of our customers, staff, and the environment. We understand how important these factors are to you, and we strive to reflect that in everything we do. Our dedication to quality is not just a standard; it’s a promise. We uphold this promise through reliable management systems and trusted accreditations.
ISO 9001:2015
ISO 14001:2015
By adhering to ISO standards, we ensure that our practices meet internationally recognized benchmarks. This is our way of offering you reassurance and peace of mind, knowing that we are committed to operating in a professional and trustworthy manner. Your trust is paramount to us, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
Environmental Accreditations
UKIFDA
The UK and Ireland Fuel Distributors Association (UKIFDA) supports the liquid fuels distribution industry and related interests in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme
The scheme verifies the GHG emission savings and raw material provenance of renewable fuels supplied to heavy-duty vehicle and equipment operators.
International Sustainability and Carbon Certification
Oilfast has received approval from the International Sustainability Carbon Certification (ISCC), and our product undergoes ISCC verification upon import, supported by a fully validated and auditable supply chain.
Zemo Partnership Member
The Zemo Partnership is an independent non-profit organization collaborating with the government and members to expedite transport towards zero emissions.
Our Policies
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