Bracell has an Integrated Occupational Health and Safety Management System that is compliant with Brazilian legal requirements, including the Regulatory Standards (NRs) of the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE), labor laws, ILO conventions, Brazil’s Civil and Criminal Codes, collective bargaining agreements, licensing and inspection requirements, and guidelines issued by the Public Labor Prosecutor’s Office (MPT). The system covers all workers, activities, and work locations within the company.

OHS management is carried out by Bracell employees who are members of the Specialized Occupational Health and Safety Service (SESMT), as required by NR-4. The team includes occupational safety engineers and technicians, occupational physicians, occupational nurses, and nursing technicians. Bracell’s Risk Management Program (PGR) and Occupational Health Surveillance Programs (PCMSO) outline safety standards and procedures applicable to all activities conducted by employees and contractors, in line with our Integrated Management System Policy.

The System’s procedures establish day-to-day safety requirements and specific control measures for different risk scenarios. The management model follows guidelines set out in our Integrated Management System Manual and in ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. In addition, Bracell has an Integrated Occupational Health and Safety Management System that is compliant with Brazilian legislation and regulatory standards, ensuring a safe work environment aligned with best practices in occupational health.

Bracell has an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) in place to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and implement proactive safety measures across both routine and non-routine activities.

Risk and hazard assessments, aimed at protecting people, the environment, assets, and business continuity, are conducted by the Process Safety, Emergency, and Business Risk Management teams, which are part of the Occupational Health and Safety Department.

Health and safety performance indicators are monitored by the Health & Safety team, which presents performance metrics to all departments in monthly meetings, and to the Board and Management in bi-weekly occupational health and safety meetings.

Programs, processes, and practices for risk assessment and accident investigation

We employ specific tools and programs to identify and assess risks, as outlined in the table below.

Hazard Reports	Hazard Reports are issued for all employee roles and tasks. Risk assessments are carried out by a specialized firm using appropriate methods that are compliant with current legislation.
Workplace Environment Condition Reports (LTCAT)	These reports identify areas eligible for hazard bonuses and that require enhanced risk control measures. They also inform action plans that guide prevention efforts.
Risk Management Program (PGR)	The purpose of this program is to identify risks and design measures to control and prevent them (collective protection equipment, administrative measures, training and personal protective equipment).
Rural Occupational Risk Management Program (PGRTR)	Through this program, we identify, assess, and manage occupational risks in our forestry operations.
Worker protection policies and processes	To shield workers from retaliation, Bracell has policies and processes in place to prevent intimidation, threats, or actions that could negatively impact employment or the workplace environment, such as termination, demotion, loss of income, punishment, and any other unfavorable treatment.
Right of refusal	All employees have a right to refuse to perform a given task if they feel unsafe, by completing the right-of-refusal field in the Work Clearance form.
Sempre Alerta and Safe Behavior Program	We have two behavioral programs supporting our goal of achieving zero incidents: Sempre Alerta (“Always Alert,” with a focus on our forestry and mill operations) and our Safe Behavior Program (with a focus on mill operations), both designed to preventively achieve continuous improvement in our safety culture.
Prevention cards	All employees are issued a prevention card containing a list of ten self-assessment criteria, which they must carry with their badge. This card reminds employees of their right to refuse unsafe work, allowing them to stop the task in the event of any unsafe condition, immediately notify their supervisor, and only resume work once the risk has been neutralized or eliminated. The right of refusal is also included in each employee category’s collective bargaining agreement.
Internal Accident Prevention Committee (CIPA)	Bracell has a continuous improvement subcommittee within CIPA that documents safety actions implemented and their practical outcomes.
Accident Prevention Week	A week dedicated to improving employees’ understanding of operational and occupational safety procedures, as well as safe behavior.
Accident and Incident Investigation	When accidents or incidents occur, the root causes are investigated and analyzed with the participation of managers, department heads, the Occupational Safety team, the Internal Accident Prevention Committee (CIPA), and those directly involved. These investigations, conducted in accordance with internal safety procedures, aim to identify the root causes, implement actions to address them, and document lessons learned to prevent recurrence.
Root Cause Analysis	All accidents and incidents are logged and investigated using Root Cause Analysis (see Occupational Safety Inspection Reports (RIST).
Occupational Safety Inspection Reports (RIST)	Occupational Safety Inspection Reports (RIST) serve as an internal audit tool covering Safety, Health, and Environmental issues. These reports cover 199 compliance items, including NR-1, NR-31, NR-12, and required training, and are prepared on a regular basis by Occupational Safety employees to ensure compliance and operational improvement in forestry operations. As a preventive measure, performance meetings are held both by department and company-wide, where inspection results are presented and action plans are developed to address the findings identified by the Occupational Safety team.
Occupational Health Surveillance Program	Bracell identifies and maps all workers according to their roles and work locations, as well as the occupational risks to which they are exposed. We also keep records of preventive medical examinations conducted to protect employee health, including their frequency. Our Occupational Health and Safety Management System covers all workers, including contractors.
RADAR – Administrative Disciplinary Rules and Restorative Actions	These rules are designed to embed operational discipline and safe behaviors in Bracell’s mill and forestry operations. In addition to strengthening the safety behaviors of everyone who interacts with our operations, RADAR also establishes a more transparent and fair approach to recognizing good safety practices, as well as a no tolerance stance on unsafe conduct that is liable to cause accidents in our operations.

Process Quality Assurance and Training

We provide employee training to ensure occupational health, well-being, and safety processes and tools are effective (learn more under GRI 403-5 Worker training on occupational health and safety). In this context, we carried out the following:

• Training on regulatory standards and operational procedures (read more under GRI 3-3 Talent Acquisition, Development and Retention)
• Oversight of the onboarding process for new employees and ongoing training
• Regular safety audits conducted by the Occupational Safety team to identify areas needing to be addressed and to improve management practices and processes
• Safety certification for specific tasks, such as working at heights and in confined spaces.

Monitoring and continuous improvement

Process outcomes are reviewed and presented in monthly meetings of departmental safety committees and the Master Occupational Safety Committee, ensuring the system is continuously reviewed and improved.

Accidents and incidents are investigated using Bracell’s internal Root Cause Analysis procedure (PS023-05), which was updated in 2024 to include improved methodology and behavioral analysis.

A Safety Performance Index (IDS) tracks safety indicators by department and supports safety management.

Communication channels and worker protection

We provide formal channels for employees to report hazards and unsafe situations, ensuring protection from retaliation:

• IDS – a tool whereby employees can report risk situations, which are addressed by the safety team
• Whistleblower Hotline (Contato Seguro) – ensures confidentiality and protection against intimidation or penalties (read more under GRI 2-25: Processes to remediate negative impacts)
• Sempre Alerta program (PST033-05) – enables workers to exercise their right to refuse unsafe tasks, without fear of retaliation
• Internal policies and processes to ensure that safety-related reports do not result in negative impacts on employment or the employee’s professional standing.

In our Bahia operations, we have implemented a program, called OPA (Observe, Plan, Act), to encourage employees to report risk conditions and adopt a “see and act” approach. Reports are managed by the relevant departments and discussed in daily management meetings, ensuring effective corrective action is taken and fostering a continuous safety culture.

We offer occupational health services to ensure a safe environment and promote employee well-being. These include disease prevention initiatives, wellness campaigns, and wellness programs designed to provide safe working conditions and a high quality of life for all team members.

All services are provided by qualified professionals, including an occupational physician, occupational nurse, and nursing technician. To ensure quality of service, we conduct annual satisfaction surveys with employees. In addition, we engage external audits to ensure compliance and service effectiveness.

Workers have unrestricted access to on-site medical clinics, which provide 24-hour in-person care and remote support via corporate phone, email, and internal extension. Health promotion and occupational disease prevention information is shared through official channels, including the intranet, weekly Comunica newsletters and Comunica TV, digital and physical bulletin boards, emails, and Rádio Bracell.

Main services provided

• Occupational Health & Safety Program (PCMSO): occupational health checkups tailored to the risks of each position, aiming to preserve employee health. If any abnormal results are detected during checkups, the relevant individuals are temporarily relieved of their duties, provided with appropriate treatment based on the recommendations of our medical team, and monitored until their health status normalizes.
• Hearing Conservation Program (PCA): a set of measures to mitigate noise-related risks, thereby preventing or minimizing work-related hearing impairment. This includes a hearing management system integrated into the environmental management system.
• Health and quality-of-life campaigns: initiatives based on Brazil’s national health calendar.
• Health and Ergonomics Committees: strengthening prevention and promoting well-being in the workplace.
• Occupational health checkup management: continuous monitoring of employees’ health.
• Medical and nursing care: access to clinical support and first aid.
• Acolher program: management of workstations for pregnant employees.
• Occupational disease control and prevention: risk and absenteeism management.

We also regularly provide both individual and group counseling on topics such as maintaining a healthy diet and the importance of exercising regularly.

We actively involve our employees in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System. Employee participation is encouraged through training, educational campaigns, toolbox talks, and monitoring tools, ensuring an inclusive and effective approach.

Employees contribute directly to training programs, campaigns, and educational initiatives, and also participate in our Safety Performance Index (IDS) and continuous improvement activities.

Communication channels

Health and safety information is shared through leadership and internal communication tools such as Comunica TV and bulletin boards, ensuring that all employees have access to up-to-date guidelines.

Formal health and safety committees

Bracell maintains formal committees composed of both employees and contractors, who are tasked with continuously monitoring, analyzing, and improving safety conditions. Their key roles include:

• Identifying and mitigating risks, and implementing preventive measures
• Assessing working conditions, conducting inspections, and improving operational environments
• Designing and implementing occupational health and safety programs
• Investigating and responding to serious, imminent risks, with the authority to recommend halting operations until the issues are resolved.

These committees meet monthly and have the autonomy to recommend actions and monitor implementation, influencing the design and implementation of safety policies.

All Bracell workers are represented on health and safety committees.

Active employee participation

Employees are encouraged to actively engage around health, well-being, and safety through:

• Toolbox talks, which foster open communication to raise concerns and offer suggestions
• Support for the Internal Accident Prevention Committee (CIPAA), ensuring that reported issues are addressed
• Safety walks, which allow managers to hear employees’ perspectives on risks and best practices
• Recognition campaigns, which highlight good safety practices and promote a culture of prevention.

Both in-house and third-party workers are encouraged to identify, report, and document any events related to health, well-being, and safety occurring in our operations. Following investigation, action plans are developed for each reported case. All of this information is evaluated as part of the incident investigation process.

Our 100% Safe Journey Program encourages active employee participation. Through this program, we recognize best practices and high safety standards demonstrated by employees. Following assessments of compliance with safety standards, winners are announced and awarded bronze, silver, or gold badges.

We believe that both hard and soft skills are essential to the success of our employees. That’s why we continue to scale up initiatives in professional training, organizational culture, and health and safety practices—aligned at all times with our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We provide health and safety training to ensure a safe work environment and compliance with regulatory standards. These training programs, developed in plain language, aim to prevent occupational risks, promote employee well-being, and minimize accidents, covering topics from machine safety to preventive measures in risk situations.

All training materials are reviewed periodically to reflect legislative updates. In addition, we assess training effectiveness through internal audits and safety indicators. To ensure the continuous improvement of our health, well-being, and safety training efforts, we also conduct satisfaction surveys and performance evaluations.

This supports ongoing employee training, reduced operational risks, and a strong safety culture in the workplace.

General health and safety training

Training covers both theoretical and practical content, such as emergency drills and instructions on proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This includes training on:

• Accident Prevention (NR 01 – Employee Induction, NR 05 – CIPA)
• First Aid and Emergency Response (NR 07 – First Aid, Fire Response Team)
• Machine and Equipment Safety (NR 12 – Machinery Protection, NR 31.12 – Machine Operation Safety)
• Safe Handling of Chemicals (NR 20 – Occupational Safety and Health with Flammables and Fuels)
• Working at Heights and in Confined Spaces (NR 35 – Work at Heights, NR 33 – Confined Space Work)
• Vehicle Operation and Cargo Transport (Defensive Driving, Cargo and Emergency Vehicle Drivers).

Job-specific training by area

Mills

Training programs on industrial operations and safety at production facilities, including:

• NR 10 – Safety in Electrical Installations and Maintenance (Low and High Voltage – SEP)
• NR 11 – Safe Operation of Forklifts
• NR 13 – Boiler and Process Unit Safety
• NR 18 – Safety in Welding and Aerial Platform Operations
• NR 20 – Handling of Flammables and Fuels
• Lockout-Tagout
• Among other training topics.

Forestry

Training focused on field safety, including:

• NR 31 – Safe Operation of Agricultural and Forestry Machinery
• NR 31.7 – Prevention of Accidents Involving Pesticides
• Safe Operation of Forestry Equipment (Chainsaws, Forwarders, Harvesters, Chippers, etc.)
• Forest Fire Prevention and Control
• Among other training topics.

Fire prevention and response

We run an annual training program for the fire teams responsible for responding to fires in our forestry and mill operations, in compliance with the regulations of the São Paulo and Bahia fire departments. These training sessions cover:

• Implementation of strategic actions
• Use of equipment
• Defensive driving techniques for firefighting vehicles
• Use of helicopters for support in fire response
• Best practices in local community engagement

Methodology and application:

• Regulatory training (NRs) is tailored to employees’ roles and tasks, in compliance with legal requirements.
• Internal safety programs, such as RADAR and Sempre Alerta, address best practices and safe behavior.
• Hands-on training and drills ensure readiness for emergency situations.
• New employee onboarding includes general instructions on occupational health and safety.

Bracell provides health and dental plans for all employees and their dependents, with national coverage. We also offer discounts in drugstore chains, gyms, educational institutions, and partnerships with organizations such as the Industrial Social Service (SESI), providing access to sports and leisure activities.

Bracell’s health management practices help to enhance well-being and health, and prevent diseases both inside and outside the workplace. Employees receive individual and group guidance on topics such as routine checkups, healthy nutrition, and the importance of exercising regularly. Key initiatives include:

Health benefits and wellness programs

Wellness programs

• Mental health: Levemente program, focused on emotional well-being
• Physical activities: Bracell Runners and Corrida do Eucalipto (running and brisk walking programs), and the Bracell Challenge, which supports better quality of life by encouraging healthy eating habits and regular exercise. These initiatives are available to both employees and their eligible dependents.
• Maternal health: Pessoinhas program: multidisciplinary support for pregnant employees and spouses, providing assistance throughout pregnancy up to six months after childbirth.
• Empresa Cidadã: extends maternity leave by 60 days (for a total of 180 days) and paternity leave by 15 days (for a total of 20 days). Employees also receive baby first aid training and attend sessions as part of the Pessoinhas

Annual health campaigns:

• coordinated awareness initiatives on topics including sexually transmitted infections, respiratory diseases, flu vaccination, breast (Pink October) and prostate cancer prevention (Blue November), dehydration prevention, and two annual blood donation drives.

Bracell ensures workers’ health information is kept strictly confidential, in compliance with Brazil’s General Data Protection Regulation (BR GDPR). All data is handled exclusively by healthcare professionals, ensuring confidentiality and impartiality.

Both employees and contractors have access to outpatient services, including checkups by nurses and physicians. When necessary, workers are referred for additional exams and specialized medical care.

Beyond providing health services, we actively identify hazards and risks associated with the activities of both employees and contractors over whom we do not have direct control. To prevent and mitigate these risks, we have a robust risk management system based on continuous risk identification and monitoring using tools such as our Risk Management Program (PGR), Occupational and Safety Procedures, Job Safety Analysis, Permits to Work, Occupational Safety Inspection Reports (RIST), Safety Committees, Gemba Safety Walks, Preliminary Risk Analysis (APR), and Work Clearance (LT).

Contractors are required to follow internal procedure PR.SEG.005, ensuring that their risk management programs align with Bracell’s safety guidelines for proper task execution.

The main risks identified include mechanical, electrical, thermal, chemical, ergonomic, and physical hazards, as well as risks related to fire and explosion. Occupational risks are also mapped, such as noise, vibration, non-ionizing radiation, poor posture, manual lifting, falls, poisonous bites, and road accidents. In addition, hazards like working at heights, handling chemicals, and electricity may result in falls, burns, or electric shocks.

Safety is further enhanced by our Specialized Occupational Health and Safety Engineering Service (SESMT) and a 24-hour Emergency Prevention and Response Team, organized across three shifts.

In our mill operations, a dedicated full-time emergency team operates around the clock, including an emergency response crew available for all work shifts, as well as trained fire wardens prepared to respond to emergencies with water and chemical fire trucks, ambulances, portable water cannons, and automated external defibrillators. In Bahia, the emergency team is also a participant in the Camaçari Industrial Park’s Mutual Emergency Response Plan (PAM).

Occupational health and safety management practices

Safe behavior	The safe behaviors outlined in our Code of Conduct are reinforced through clear guidelines for employees.
Occupational health & safety programs	Comportamento Seguro (“Safe Behavior”) and Sempre Alerta (“Always Alert”)—two programs covering all employees, including contractors.
Inspections	Safety inspections to identify unsafe working conditions and behavior, inform continuous improvement, and strengthen our safety culture.
Contractor audits	Six-monthly audits on compliance with applicable legal requirements (read more in Responsible Production, GRI 408-1).
Integrated Management System	Procedures, instructions, and incident investigation forms are incorporated in Bracell’s Integrated Management System (IMS).

All employees and contractors are covered by our Occupational Health and Safety System, including all mill and forestry operations personnel.

We have implemented an Occupational Health and Safety Management System based on legal requirements and/or recognized standards/guidelines.

We follow Brazilian regulatory standards and ABNT 14280, including NR 01, which addresses risk management and the Risk Management Program (PGR), and NR 07, on Occupational Health & Safety Programs (PCMSO). These guidelines are addressed in our Integrated Management Policy.

Region	2022			2023			2024
	Men	Women	Total	Men	Women	Total	Men	Women	Total
Bahia	1,342	436	1,778	1,434	470	1,904	1,479	490	1,969
São Paulo	3,412	715	4,127	4,501	986	5,487	5,265	1,313	6,578
Southeast Paper Operations	0	0	0	0	0	0	476	143	619
Northeast Paper Operations	0	0	0	0	0	0	834	235	1,069
Total	4,754	1,151	5,905	5,935	1,456	7,391	8,054	2,181	10,235

Note: Bracell Papéis, our paper business, started operations in 2023 and is reporting its sustainability performance indicators for the first time, for year 2024.

The data disclosed under GRI 403-2 Hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation was audited internally (referencing the content under GRI 3-3 Management of material topics: Health, well-being, and occupational safety or 403-2), while the data disclosed under GRI 403-3 Occupational health services was audited externally.

Region	2022		2023		2024
	Men	Women	Men	Women	Men	Women
Bahia	75%	25%	75%	25%	75%	25%
São Paulo	83%	17%	82%	18%	80%	20%
Southeast Paper Operations					77%	23%
Northeast Paper Operations					78%	22%
Total	81%	19%	75%	18%	79%	21%

Note: Bracell Papéis, our paper business, started operations in 2023 and is reporting its sustainability performance indicators for the first time, for year 2024.

The data disclosed under GRI 403-2 Hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation was audited internally (referencing the content under GRI 3-3 Management of material topics: Health, well-being, and occupational safety or 403-2), while the data disclosed under GRI 403-3 Occupational health services was audited externally.

Hazards and risks with the potential to cause serious accidents are identified and addressed through detailed analyses, planning, qualitative and quantitative assessments, a risk matrix, and consequence assessments. Tools such as Sempre Alerta and PSIF (Potential Critical or Fatal Incident Assessments) support risk identification and assessment.

Workplace safety is reinforced through internal procedures like Job Safety Analysis and Permits to Work. All employees, whether direct or outsourced, must be certified and trained before requesting any permit to work. No maintenance work can begin without a permit to work, in accordance with our “Commitment to Life – Stay Alert” safety policy. Routine operations are also governed by Standard Operating Procedures and safety pointers.

No worker has been excluded from work-related injury data.

Established safety targets include maintaining an overall frequency rate (TRIR and LTIR) lower than 3.0, a total recordable injury rate (TRIR) below 1.0, a lost time injury rate (LTIR) below 2.5, and a severity rate below 50.

Number of work-related injuries per year, by operation

Bahia

DIRECT EMPLOYEES

Year	Bahia Forestry				Bahia Mill
	Number of injuries		Injury rates		Number of injuries		Injury rates
	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	No lost time
2022	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.50	0
2023	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.45
2024	0	1	0	0.41	0	1	0	0.43

Note 1: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 2: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

 

CONTRACTORS

Year	Bahia Forestry								Bahia Mill
	Number of injuries				Injury rates				Number of injuries				Injury rates
	Lost time		No lost time		Lost time		No lost time		Lost time		No lost time		Lost time		No lost time
2022		1		3		0.14		0.41		0		2		0	1.40
2023		1		0		0.19		0		0		1		0	0.62
2024		1		3		0.21		0.64		0		0		0	0

Note 1: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 2: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

 

Work-related injuries

Category	Bahia Forestry		Bahia Mill
	Employees	Contractors	Employees	Contractors
Number of hours worked	2,433,329,080	4,709,789,380	2,311,170	1,583,730
Basis for numbers of hours worked (200,000 or 1,000,000)	1,000	1,000	1,000,000	1,000,000
Number of fatalities as a result of work-related injuries	0	0	0	0
Rate of fatalities as a result of work-related injuries	0	0	0	0
Number of high-consequence work-related injuries (excluding fatalities)	1	4	1	0
Rate of high-consequence work-related injuries (excluding fatalities)	0	0	0.43	0
Number of recordable work-related injuries (including fatalities)	0	0	0	0
Rate of recordable work-related injuries (including fatalities)	0	0	0	0

Note 1: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 2: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

São Paulo

DIRECT EMPLOYEES

Year	São Paulo Forestry				São Paulo Mill				São Paulo Supply
	Number of injuries		Injury rates		Number of injuries		Injury rates		Number of injuries		Injury rates
	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	Lost time	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	Lost time	Lost time	No lost time
2022	6	27	1.46	6.82	2	15	0.82	6.14	0	0	0	0
2023	7	24	1.16	4.46	3	14	1.12	5.22	0	0	0	0
2024	15	45	1.93	3.87	2	22	0.73	8.04	1	1	2.04	2.03

Note 1: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 2: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

 

CONTRACTORS

Year	São Paulo Forestry				São Paulo Mill				São Paulo Supply
	Number of injuries		Injury rates		Number of injuries		Injury rates		Number of injuries		Injury rates
	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	Lost time	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	Lost time	Lost time	No lost time
2022	3	35	0.3	2.89	2	17	0.62	5.31	2	12	1.72	10.29
2023	9	47	0.59	3.1	5	19	2.32	8.8	1	4	0.48	1.93
2024	11	39	0.77	1.95	7	13	2.22	4.13	4	2	3.24	1.61

Note 1: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 2: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

 

Work-related injuries

Category	São Paulo Forestry		São Paulo Mill
	Employees	Contractors	Employees	Contractors
Number of hours worked	7,752,947	14,347,400	3,225,864.86	4,384,225.1
Basis for numbers of hours worked (200,000 or 1,000,000)	1,000,000	1,000,000	1,000,000	1,000,000
Number of fatalities as a result of work-related injuries	0	0	0	0
Rate of fatalities as a result of work-related injuries	0	0	0	0
Number of high-consequence work-related injuries (excluding fatalities)	15	11	0	0
Rate of high-consequence work-related injuries (excluding fatalities)	1.93	0.77	0	0
Number of recordable work-related injuries (including fatalities)	45	39	26	26
Rate of recordable work-related injuries (including fatalities)	5.8	2.72	8.06	5.93

Note 1: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 2: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

Southeast Paper Operations

DIRECT EMPLOYEES

Year	DIRECT EMPLOYEES				CONTRACTORS
	Number of injuries		Injury rates		Number of injuries		Injury rates
	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	Lost time	Lost time	No lost time
2024	1	6	1.2	7.18	0	0	0	0
Note 1: Bracell Papéis started operations in 2023 and is reporting its sustainability performance indicators for the first time, for year 2024.

Note 2: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 3: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

 

Work-related injuries

Category	Southeast Paper Operations
	Employees	Contractors
Number of hours worked	835,786.17	91,203.2
Basis for numbers of hours worked (200,000 or 1,000,000)	1,000,000	1,000,000
Number of fatalities as a result of work-related injuries	0	0
Rate of fatalities as a result of work-related injuries	0	0
Number of high-consequence work-related injuries (excluding fatalities)	0	0
Rate of high-consequence work-related injuries (excluding fatalities)	0	0
Number of recordable work-related injuries (including fatalities)	7	0
Rate of recordable work-related injuries (including fatalities)	8.38	0
Note 1: reported work-related injuries involved incidents such as impacts with objects, crushing, sprains, contact with chemicals or extreme temperatures, falls, cuts, commuting accidents, and poisonous bites. All of these risks had already been mapped, identified, and classified in advance.

Note 2: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 3: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

Northeast Paper Operations

DIRECT EMPLOYEES

Year	DIRECT EMPLOYEES				CONTRACTORS
	Number of injuries		Injury rates		Number of injuries		Injury rates
	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	No lost time	Lost time	Lost time	Lost time	No lost time
2024	9	20	2.92	9.42	0	0	0	0
Note 1: Bracell Papéis started operations in 2023 and is reporting its sustainability performance indicators for the first time, for year 2024.

Note 2: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 3: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

 

Work-related injuries

Category	Northeast Paper Operations
	Employees	Contractors
Number of hours worked	3,088,256	99,840
Basis for numbers of hours worked (200,000 or 1,000,000)	1,000,000	1,000,000
Number of fatalities as a result of work-related injuries	0	0
Rate of fatalities as a result of work-related injuries	0	0
Number of high-consequence work-related injuries (excluding fatalities)	3	0
Rate of high-consequence work-related injuries (excluding fatalities)	0.97	0
Number of recordable work-related injuries (including fatalities)	9	0
Rate of recordable work-related injuries (including fatalities)	2.91	0
Note 1: reported work-related injuries involved incidents such as impacts with objects, crushing, sprains, contact with chemicals or extreme temperatures, falls, cuts, commuting accidents, and poisonous bites. All of these risks had already been mapped, identified, and classified in advance.

Note 2: no incidents involving contractors were reported in our Northeast paper operations.

Note 3: Our Northeast paper operations began keeping records of no-lost-time injuries in August 2024.

Bracell did not record any occupational diseases among employees or workers in 2024. No worker was excluded from the management of occupational hazards and risks. These risks are monitored and managed based on medical records in the SOC management system and legally mandatory programs such as our Rural Occupational Risk Management Program (PGRTR) and Occupational Health & Safety Program (PCMSO).

Bracell ensures compliance with Regulatory Standard 01, using specific work orders to ensure conformity to occupational health and safety guidelines. Additional preventive tools include task safety analysis, prevention cards, and permits to work. In reporting information on occupational disease hazards and risks, Bracell follows Brazil’s Regulatory Standard 07, covering the Occupational Health Surveillance Program; NR 01, which sets out general provisions on occupational risk management; and NR 17, which addresses ergonomics—ensuring strict control over any factors that may affect workers’ health.

Information on the main types of work-related ill health is not disclosed for confidentiality reasons under the Brazilian General Data Protection Regulation (BR GDPR) and due to doctor-patient privilege.

All employees diagnosed with work-related illnesses are treated and monitored by Bracell’s Health team. When necessary, they are referred to specialists, with costs covered by the company. If an employee requires medical leave exceeding 15 days, they are referred to the social security agency (INSS) to apply for accident-related benefits.

In all cases, a Work Accident Report (CAT) is filed. We monitor treatments through to the employee’s full recovery and return to duty. In addition, the workstation is assessed, and an action plan is implemented to prevent recurrence of occupational illnesses.