The PotashCorp emphasis on safety has produced improvements in safety records at its phosphate divisions. Recently, Aurora achieved one million hours without a lost-time injury. It has a rescue squad, HAZMAT response team, emergency response team, and a technical rescue team for rescue work at high levels and in confined spaces.

Environment:
Aurora is a leader in land reclamation of mined areas. Over 70 percent of the area impacted by mining is in some form of reclamation. The site has received numerous awards from various agencies recognizing the effectiveness of these efforts. All process waters are recycled and contained on site. In addition, it has a solid waste minimizing program that emphasizes recycling.

Environmental experts conduct regular audits at all plant locations. These audits have proven to be effective tools for measuring progress and setting higher standards of achievement.

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