NACD Guiding Principles

As a member of the National Association of Chemical Distributors, J.F. Shelton Company is committed to continuous improvement in the chemical distribution industry's responsible management of chemicals.

We pledge to manage our business according to these principals:

1. To recognize and respond to community concern about chemicals, their handling and transportation.
   
   
2. To make health, safety, and environment considerations a priority in our planning for all existing and new operations, products, processes, and facilities.
   
   
3. To inform emergency response officials, employees, customers, and the public of manufacturers recommendations on protective measures.
   
   
4. To counsel customers, in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, on product stewardship including handling, use, transportation, and disposal of chemical products.
   
   
5. To operate our facilities in a manner that protects the health and safety of our employees, the public, and the environment.
   
   
6. To cooperate in resolving problems created by past handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
   
   
7. To participate with government and others in creating responsible laws, regulations, and standards to safeguard the community, workplace, and environment.
   
   
8. To promote the principals and practices of Responsible Distribution by sharing experiences and offering assistance to others who produce, handle, use, transport, or dispose of chemicals.