Safety at Terex
At Terex, safety is an absolute way of life. We are committed to Zero Harm, and we expect all team members to be committed to this goal and to each other for continuous safety improvement. Safety culture is deeply ingrained in our business, empowering our teams to prioritize safe work practices. We provide our team members with the tools, training, and systems needed to plan and perform their work safely. All team members are expected to pause any job if they encounter or observe an unsafe condition, at-risk behavior, or any situation that poses a risk to the team. Our leaders are expected to foster a culture of safety, ensure that their teams are equipped for safe operations, and support pausing a job.
Life Saving Behaviors
Nine Life Saving Behaviors have been identified as crucial for preventing the most severe incidents. These non-negotiable rules are mandatory for all team members to follow and are supported by our Company's Safety Leadership Standard Work, which sets expectations for leaders throughout the organization.
I protect myself
against falls when working at heights.
I stand clear
of the danger zone from unstable/suspending tools.
I verify isolation
- lock tag and try - when work involves hazardous energy.
I follow
my lifting plan: No Plan. No Lift.
I obtain authorization
and validate air quality before entering a confined space.
I check
that my interlocks and guarding work correctly on my equipment and never bypass them.
I wear
my seat belt.
I position myself
in a safe zone in relation to moving equipment.
I pause
and ask for help from my supervisor if a condition is not safe or I cannot take these actions. If a near miss occurs, I report it immediately.
Injury Prevention Behaviors
The Injury Prevention Behaviors (IPBs) at Terex are fundamental to keeping our team members safe. These behaviors have been carefully developed and are based on the most prevalent risks faced by our workforce, making them crucial in preventing injuries.
Seek Help for Discomfort
Don’t Use Excessive Force
Careful Material Handling
Firm Foundation
Keep Hands and Fingers Clear of Machines
Always Wear Gloves
Follow Standard Work
Know What Moves
Report Near Misses
Innovative Products That Promote Safe Working Practices
Product Quality & Compliance
Our goal is that every machine coming out of our plants is high in quality and free from defects. Zero-Defects is a key element of the Materials Processing Operating System. Zero-Defect KPIs are tracked, and countermeasures are implemented when required. Quality and safety go hand-in-hand.
More than two years ago, Genie introduced its “Quality By Design” brand promise, which reinforces Genie’s commitment, dating back nearly 60 years ago, to deliver quality for customers and team members. Quality By Design encompasses all aspects of Genie’s operations and is integral to the manufacturing process — consistent with the Terex goal of manufacturing high- quality, zero-defect machines.
Terex remains committed to protecting our customers and product users by purchasing, designing, manufacturing, and selling safe products in compliance with standards and regulations for the markets in which we conduct business. This commitment necessitates our participation with industry organizations and standards development committees, as well as the continuous monitoring of regulations globally to ensure our products remain in compliance.
Key product quality and compliance legislation includes:
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Committed to Culture & Inclusion
Helping Team Members Reach Their Full Potential
Engaged, capable, and highly skilled team members are key to successfully implementing our Execute, Innovate, Grow business strategy.
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Engaged and Involved In Our Local Communities
As stated in our Purpose, our products help improve the lives of people around the world. We help build hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure.
In memory of a longtime Genie team member, the Genie Bothell team in Washington, United States held a Toys for Tots drive for the Marine Corps Reserves, which collects new, unwrapped toys and distributes them to less fortunate children at Christmas
In Northern Ireland, Terex Ballymoney and Campsie team members launched the “Rest Your Mind” bench initiative, which aims to foster community connections and promote mental well-being by providing a space for reflection and open conversations about mental health.
The “EvoQuip Knockout Challenge” at Hillhead 2024 in the United Kingdom raised funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust in honor of a team member’s brother who lost his life to the disease.
In the Netherlands, 4 team members from Roosendaal volunteered to repaint an old train belonging to the 2454 CREW foundation, which works to preserve historical trains and the stories they represent.
Our Umbertide, Italy team donated used laptops to a local nonprofit for individuals with disabilities
Charitable Contributions
One of our key values is Citizenship and we embody this value by encouraging our team members to get involved in their local communities. This could take many shapes and forms, but the one constant is that it happens. In 2023, Terex contributed to the non-profits below and others.
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There is More
To learn more about our sustainability strategy, please read our 2023 sustainability report.