Mazda undertakes rigorous risk management to protect the continuity and stable growth of its operations.
Mazda appropriately manages the risks facing the Company, in accordance with the Basic Risk Management policy, Risk Management Regulations and other related internal regulations. For individual business risks, the department in charge of that business area is responsible for carrying out appropriate management, whereas for Company-wide risks, it is the responsibility of departments that carry out business on a Company-wide basis.
Additionally, in the event of emergencies such as a major incident or accident, we will take measures that we deem appropriate, including the establishment of an emergency response task force if needed.
In the following ways, Mazda will strive for the Enhancement of Corporate Value and Harmony with the Community, thereby realizing the Company's corporate vision:
- Ensure the health and safety of all members of the Mazda Group, and of local citizens
- Maintain and increase the trust of the community
- Make appropriate use of the tangible and intangible corporate assets of the Mazda Group
- Secure interests of the stakeholders, earn their trust, and meet their expectations
- Support the functions of the organization, and seek a rapid restoration of business activities in the event of abnormal circumstances or emergencies
All executives and employees will be aware of potential risks in every phase of corporate activity and will thoroughly implement appropriate risk management.
- Employees should be engaged in constant prevention and reduction of risk in their day-to-day work, and in promotion of risk prevention measures (risk management).
- Employees should be engaged in minimizing damage and speeding recovery if any crisis should occur (crisis control). The necessary structures and rules must be in place to implement these two activities.
- Applies to all business risks
- Applies to the entire Mazda Group, including subsidiaries and affiliates
At Mazda, normal risk management procedure is to act appropriately in accordance with the Basic Risk Management Policy, Risk Management Regulations, and other related internal regulations. For individual business risks, the department in charge of that business area is responsible for carrying out appropriate management, whereas for Company-wide risks, it is the responsibility of departments that carry out business on a Company-wide basis.
Additionally, in the event of a major incident or accident, we will take steps that we deem appropriate, including the establishment of an Emergency Response Office if needed.
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Readiness for emergencies is a major part of risk management. Mazda conducts a wide range of drills every year, based on its fire prevention and management regulations, emergency management regulations and other in-house rules. Company-wide emergency contact drills, fire drills and other emergency drills are conducted every year, preparing all employees for an all important early response in times of emergency.
Disasters at suppliers' premises can be critical for Mazda as well. Mazda's response procedures in the event of such a major accident are summarized in the Supplier Disaster Crisis Management Regulations. These regulations spell out the response framework when such events occur, first response, and measures to support restoration.
Mazda has long been concerned about the threat of influenza, including bird influenza and the new varieties of flu that may have arisen from it. The Company has formed a framework for liaison and information-sharing among Group companies throughout Japan and around the world, and has increased its supply of masks and disinfectant to Group locations.
In April 2009 a new strain of influenza A, called H1N1, began to spread. In consideration of the regional nature of this disease, Mazda announced measures to prevent infection and procedures to follow in case of exposure. With an eye to assuring the continuation of Company operations, a response headquarters was established, with the Executive Vice President appointed as the General Manager. Through all of these actions, Mazda was able to respond appropriately.
Based on this response to new strains of influenza, Mazda is continuing to examine and develop measures to prevent infection and ensure the continuity of operations in the face of disease outbreak.
In 2003 Mazda began putting into practice measures to prepare for major earthquakes. Seismic retrofitting was implemented in buildings and production facilities in a planned, coordinated manner. In 2007, similar measures began at other Group companies, as the Mazda Group moved to make seismic retrofitting universal at all Group companies.
When it came time to update its Head Office Region Earthquake Countermeasures Manual in 2008, Mazda strengthened both its preparatory measures and rapid response activities, while issuing a Disaster Response Card to all employees that lists standards for individual action in the event of earthquakes or other emergencies.
