Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) - certification in the plastics industry

What is Operation Clean Sweep (OCS)?

Operation Clean Sweep is a  global initiative developed by The Society of the Plastics Industry and The American Chemistry Council. The purpose of Operation Clean Sweep is to avoid that plastic granules residues from manufacturing companies end up in nature.

prevent plastic pollution with an OCS certification

Plastic pollution in the world's oceans is a growing environmental problem that requires action from the entire plastics industry. Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) is an innovative certification program that addresses this problem by focusing on preventing accidental spillage of plastic pellets.

the six obligations of the OCS 

The OCS program helps businesses handle pill loss by providing key recommendations based on six pillars:

• Improving workplace setups to prevent and respond to leaks
• Establishing internal procedures to achieve zero loss of plastic materials
• Conducting training to increase awareness and responsibility among employees
• Conducting regular audits
• Ensuring compliance with the law
• Raise awareness among partners in the value chain.

By signing the European OCS Commitment, your company can integrate plastic loss prevention into your strategy. As an approved OCS Europe certification body, we offer third-party audits. When passed, your company receives the OCS Europe certificate and a listing on OCS Europe's publicly available register of certified companies.

what is an OCS certification?

The OCS programme sets common standards to minimise waste in the shape of plastic pellets, flakes and powder throughout the supply chain. By implementing the OCS standard in your company, you can:

• Actively contribute to the protection of the aquatic environment and wildlife
• Comply with legal requirements and strengthen your compliance
• Improve occupational safety and operational efficiency
• Strengthen your company's reputation as environmentally responsible.