Think Safety. Act Safely.
Safety at Americold is not a program; it is embedded into the fabric of everything we do every single day. From our associates to your supply chain, every decision and process is designed and executed to protect people, products, and your brand.
Our Commitment to Safety
At Americold, safety and food safety are fundamental to our operations. Our culture prioritizes prevention over reaction and empowers our associates to identify risks and act decisively. Every site, every associate, and every process is aligned to the same objectives: keep our people safe, keep your products safe, and deliver on your expectations.
Measuring What Matters
We use key safety indicators to evaluate facility performance, identify trends, and drive proactive improvements.
- Leading indicators such as behavior-based safety observations, targeted operational inspections, and associate safety training help us drive and focus on safety daily.
- Other indicators such as incident rates and audit findings guide targeted actions for improvement.
Process Safety Management
Our systems and controls are designed to minimize risk and to protect our people, the communities in which we operate, and your products.
- We follow strict regulatory agency standards in the countries in which we operate, particularly in managing ammonia refrigeration.
- A centralized team monitors compliance, training, and reporting across all sites.
- Advanced digital tools help us track, verify, and continuously improve our refrigeration safety performance.
Continuous Improvement
At Americold, we continually focus on enhancing our safety processes. We regularly review procedures and policies, update training, and benchmark ourselves against our industry.
Our facilities regularly celebrate five, ten, or more years without a recordable or lost-time incident, demonstrating the results of a strong safety culture.
Food Safety & Product Protection
Americold upholds rigorous standards to ensure every product is stored, handled, and transported safely.
Your brand’s reputation depends on uncompromising food safety.
GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) Certification
More than 90% of Americold facilities are certified under one of the GFSI-recognized food safety schemes such as Safe Quality Food (SQF), Brand Reputation through Compliance Global Standards (BRCGS), International Featured Standards (IFS).
These certifications demonstrate our commitment to consistent, verified compliance with the highest global food safety standards.
Preventative Controls
Our food safety programs focus on prevention rather than reaction.
- Hazard analyses and risk-based controls at every site.
- Continuous monitoring of temperature, sanitation, pest control, and allergen management.
Auditing & Verification
We conduct independent third-party audits, many unannounced, and our sites undergo regular regulatory inspections from country governmental and local agencies.
Transparent sharing of results with our customers maintains trust and accountability.
Safety & Food Safety in Action
Reduced Risk
Reduced Risk
Proven processes that minimize human and food safety hazards and prevent personal injuries and product contamination.
Consistent Quality
Consistent Quality
Every facility meets the same strict standards for handling and storage.
Trusted Partnership
Trusted Partnership
Transparent communication and verified performance build confidence at every step.
Safety Culture
Safety Culture
Americold is committed, at every level of our organization, to maintain a safe and healthy work environment for our associates and to protect our customers’ product.
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