Safety and security
Our commitment to safety and security
Safety is the foundation of operations at Bayport Choate and guides every decision we make. We are committed to protecting our employees, contractors, neighbors and the environment through strong safety culture, disciplined processes and continuous improvement. Bayport Choate has maintained Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program Star status since 2013, reflecting our proactive approach to workplace safety and health. Our performance has also earned industry recognition, including the American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers Distinguished Safety Award and the Texas Chemistry Council Caring for Texas Award. These achievements reinforce our commitment to safe, reliable and responsible operations every day.
Our safety programs include
- GoalZERO initiative focused on eliminating incidents
- Life Critical Programs and the application of Human and Organizational Performance principles
- BEST Safety Committee and Check Signals program for proactive risk management
Emergency response
Bayport Choate maintains a highly trained Emergency Response Team with 140 members organized into fire, HAZMAT, rescue and medical response groups. Equipped with firefighting and hazmat equipment the team trains year-round and collaborates with Channel Industries Mutual Aid to ensure readiness for any emergency.
Bayport Choate also utilizes the Community Awareness Emergency Response (CAER) system. It is a smartphone app developed by the East Harris County Manufacturers Association to provide emergency information about industrial incidents and general information about flaring, noise, unusual odors and emergency response drills. Anyone can sign up to receive CAER alerts via the app.
Community connection
We listen and engage with Bayport and surrounding communities on events, efforts and concerns that matter most.