Our approach

Our approach

Rio Tinto Iron Ore seeks to deliver more value from its business with less impact on the environment and community.

Our approach is underpinned by Rio Tinto's statement of business practice: The way we work. The way we work summarises Rio Tinto's principles and policies for all employees. It is designed to ensure that our actions and operations reflect standards and values of accountability, fairness, integrity and openness.

Policies contained within The way we work cover areas of community, employment, environment, human rights, land access, occupational health, political involvement, safety and sustainable development.

Sustainable development

At Rio Tinto Iron Ore, we have integrated economic, social and environmental objectives into our business planning cycle and our decision making processes.

Safety

The safety of our employees is a priority for our business.

Health

Our occupational health standards are aligned with those of the Rio Tinto Group.

Environment

We are responsible for actively improving the way we manage the environments in which we operate.

Features

Case studies from our operations.