Koppers Presents Annual Zero Harm President's Award to Ashcroft, British Columbia, Facility

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Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KOP) awarded its annual Zero Harm President's Award to the Ashcroft facility in British Columbia for outstanding safety, environmental responsibility, and innovation performance.

In 2022, Ashcroft achieved zero property damage incidents and the highest number of employee-generated innovations. The facility supplies treated railroad crossties and related products to clients in Western Canada, the Pacific Northwest, and Alaska.

CEO Leroy Ball emphasized the team's collaborative effort in achieving these results. The facility received a $5,000 donation for a local food bank as part of its recognition. Koppers remains committed to promoting a Zero Harm culture, which has led to improved safety metrics, including reduced Total Recordable Rate and Days Away Restricted or Transferred Rate.

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• Ashcroft facility awarded Zero Harm President's Award for 2022, recognizing excellence in safety and environmental performance.
• Zero property damage incidents and highest number of employee innovations recorded in 2022.
• $5,000 donation to local food bank as part of recognition efforts.
• Continued investment in Zero Harm safety culture leading to improved safety metrics.

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PITTSBURGH, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KOP), an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals and carbon compounds, has presented its annual Zero Harm President's Award to its Ashcroft, British Columbia, facility in recognition of its best-in-company performance in safety, environmental responsibility and innovation.

The Ashcroft team bested 45 facilities across the globe with a strong rate of leading activities, defined as safety observations, hazard identifications, and reporting of near-misses – all of which are key to incident prevention. Throughout 2022, the plant also recorded zero property damage or permit exceedance incidents and had the highest number of employee-generated innovation ideas implemented.

The Ashcroft plant supplies treated hardwood and softwood railroad crossties, timbers, and untreated crossing planks to Class 1 and commercial customers, supporting the safe, reliable transport of commuters and critical goods. Its products are sold and delivered to Western Canada, the Pacific Northwest, and Alaska.

"Our company operates by the belief that we have the greatest chance for success when we work together to balance our core values of people, planet and performance," said Koppers President and Chief Executive Officer Leroy Ball. "Plant Manager Patrick Sullivan and the team at Ashcroft proved this to be true in 2022, employing a true team effort to deliver impressive safety results, environmental performance, and profitable operations."

In addition to the award, the facility received $5,000 in corporate giving funds which its employees chose to donate to The South Cariboo Elizabeth Fry Society Food Bank. Every employee also will be presented with a gift of recognition at an on-site celebration with company leadership.

"Ashcroft employees exemplified our Zero Harm culture throughout 2022, and on behalf of the global Koppers team, we congratulate them for the well-deserved award," said Vice President of Zero Harm Joe Dowd. "Zero Harm represents both a moral imperative to protect people and our communities, as well as a strategic business decision that supports the long-term viability of our company."

Koppers continues to prioritize and invest significantly in advancing a Zero Harm culture throughout its global workforce by taking a proactive approach to safety that includes behavioral training, process safety improvements, occupational health best-practices, and more. In 2022, these efforts led to continual year-over-year improvements in performance, including a reduction in the company Total Recordable Rate (TRR) and Days Away Restricted or Transferred (DART) Rate.

To learn more about Koppers Zero Harm efforts, visit the company's 2021 Corporate Sustainability Report here. 

About Koppers
Koppers, with corporate headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds. Our products and services are used in a variety of niche applications in a diverse range of end markets, including the railroad, specialty chemical, utility, residential lumber, agriculture, aluminum, steel, rubber, and construction industries. We serve our customers through a comprehensive global manufacturing and distribution network, with facilities located in North America, South America, Australia, and Europe. The stock of Koppers Holdings Inc. is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "KOP."

For more information, visit: www.koppers.com. Inquiries from the media should be directed to Ms. Jessica Franklin Black at BlackJF@koppers.com or 412-227-2025. Inquiries from the investment community should be directed to Ms. Quynh McGuire at McGuireQT@koppers.com or 412-227-2049.

For Information:		Jessica Black, Manager, Corporate Communications
		412 227 2025 BlackJF@koppers.com

 

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FAQ

What is the significance of the Zero Harm President's Award given to Koppers' Ashcroft facility?

The Zero Harm President's Award highlights the Ashcroft facility's exemplary performance in safety, environmental responsibility, and innovation for the year 2022.

How did Koppers' Ashcroft facility perform in safety metrics for 2022?

The Ashcroft facility recorded zero property damage incidents and had a strong rate of safety observations and hazard identifications throughout 2022.

What products does Koppers' Ashcroft facility supply?

The Ashcroft facility supplies treated hardwood and softwood railroad crossties, timbers, and untreated crossing planks to customers in Western Canada, the Pacific Northwest, and Alaska.

What initiatives does Koppers take towards safety and innovation in its operations?

Koppers invests in a Zero Harm culture through behavioral training, process safety improvements, and occupational health best practices.

What financial contribution did the Ashcroft facility receive as part of its award?

The facility received $5,000 in corporate giving funds, which employees chose to donate to a local food bank.