Quality Assurance & Compliance

Avchem is committed to superior product and service quality. Additionally, Quality Environmental, Health and Safety (QEHS) Performance and Sustainability are built into our third-party certified management systems. Avchem's Policy for QEHS is linked here as well as on the Avchem homepage. Avchem's EHS objectives are provided below. Specific yearly goals provide the basis for continuous improvement across all Avchem operations and reflect the EHS goals of our customers.

  1. Work Safely
  2. Work Smart
  3. Conserve Resources

The QEHS Mgt System Model for CMS is presented below. The model components reflect key Quality and Compliance activities and the continuous improvement loop. See the contacts page for additional detail regarding the model.

Avchem QEHS Management System Components

Avchem's registrar for the ISO 9001/AS9100, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 is National Quality Assurance (NQA) of Acton MA. Avchem is listed as a "preferred supplier" in the International Aerospace Quality Group's OASIS database. Additionally, Avchem subscribes to the ACC Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) Guidelines Council and the Health and Safety Management System elements identified in the US Voluntary Standard, ANSI/AIHA Z-10 OSH Mgt System Standard. Internal Management System audits are conducted by RAB certified Avchem auditors.

Avchem's Quality and EHS scientists have extensive training and experience in Aerospace chemical management services processes and mitigation of associated risks and impacts (see publication list below). Avchem periodically evaluates potential EHS impacts and Safety/Health risks of Avchem activities. Based on this evaluation, employees are continuously trained on prevention of workplace hazards and protection of the environment.