Policy will encourage staff to consider methods of travel and communication which are less polluting than cars such as video conferencing, cycling, public transport and tele-working. Pesticides and Artificial Fertilisers to minimise the use of pesticides and artificial fertilisers e.g. by switching, where feasible, to natural methods of controlling weeds and insects and maintaining the fertility of soil. Asbestos to continue to check for the presence of asbestos in all buildings, keeping asbestos registers up to date. Litter to comply with the Environmental Protection Act 1990 by keeping the Department's grounds clear of litter and refuse - taking account of the statutory Code of Practice on litter. What this means for the Procurement of Goods and Services 8.
Procurement has a very significant environmental impact.
What this means for Estate Management 9. Environmental Handbook for Building and Civil Engineering Projects. Monitoring and auditing 10. The Department's Environmental Officer will ensure implementation and delivery of the policy for Greening DSS Operations. He will co-ordinate and promote the Improvement Programme and report progress to the Departmental Green Minister and the Permanent Secretary.