CEAT plant earns five-star grade from British council

AMBERNATH, India — CEAT Ltd.'s tire plant in Ambernath —  which produces radial agriculture tires for the North American market — has received a five-star rating in the Occupational Health and Safety Audit conducted by the British Safety Council.

According to CEAT, the facility underwent a "comprehensive, quantified, and robust evaluation" of its health and safety policies, processes and practices. The audit process included documentation review, interviews with senior management, employees and other key stakeholders, along with with samplings of operational activities.

Mike Robinson, CEO British Safety Council, called the grade "an outstanding achievement and is reflective of a proactive organization which is committed to continual improvement in its health and safety arrangements and managing risks to workers' health, safety and wellbeing."

CEAT Specialty CEO Amit Tolani said the award "highlights our firm dedication to ensuring the safety and welfare of our employees and stakeholders. We aim at constant enhancement of our health and safety management systems to uphold our standing as a best practice organization."

The CEAT name dates back to 1924 and Turin, Italy. The brand came to India in 1958, and later became part of the RPG Group. CEAT Tyres is now active in 115 countries.

Its business in North America is handled by CEAT Specialty Tire Inc. in Charlotte, N.C.