Chesapeake Energy 2010 Annual Report Download - page 27

2010 ANNUAL REPORT | 27
process is saving the company an average of $12 million per year in the
Marcellus Shale alone.
Green Frac
®
Chesapeake’s Green Frac® program was launched in October 2009 to
evaluate the types of additives typically used in the fracking process. As
an industry-leading program,
Green Frac is a decisive move
toward an even greener fluid
system. By reviewing all of the ingredients typically used in each fracking
operation, the program identifies additives that can be removed and tests
alternatives. To date, the company has eliminated 25% of the additives
used in frack fluids in most of its shale plays.
Green Frac is also establishing simple guidelines for the company
and its vendors to select fracking ingredients that present minimal risks
to people and the environment. These guidelines will also be used to
increase public understanding of the process and its necessity in the
production of American natural gas.
Employees
From state-of-the-art training facilities to extensive health and wellness
programs, Chesapeake provides employees with the skills they need to
succeed both in the field and at the office while creating a well-rounded
environment for employees and their families. We are committed to the
safety and well-being of our employees, contractors and local populations.
We provide initial and refresher safety and environmental train-
ing to our employees and contractors. In addition to classroom and
hands-on training, we utilize online environmental, health and
safety training focused on company policy and procedures for top-
ics pertinent to the management of our field assets. The range of
Learning from the best — Our commitment to creating a safe work environ-
ment continued to grow in 2010 with the founding of the Chesapeake SAFE
program. Focused on developing safe behaviors, promoting a safety-conscious
culture and eliminating risk in all operating areas, the program has trained
more than 4,200 employees and consultants.
topics covered includes Occupational Safety and Health Administra-
tion (OSHA)-required safety training, such as hazard communica-
tion, personal protective equipment, confined spaces and respiratory
protection. In addition to operations training, we also provide safe work
practices, vehicle safety and specialized training for employees and
contractors who perform specific tasks such as emergency response.
Specialized environmental training is also provided to address topics
such as air compliance, waste management and spill prevention.
In 2010 we conducted a total of 2,306 instructor-led training courses
and 67 web-based training courses on safety and environmental pro-
grams for employees, contractors, vendors and visitors.
To further our training efforts and emphasize the importance
of creating a safe work environment, the company established the
Chesapeake SAFE program in July 2010. Through workshop training
courses, the program focuses on developing safe behaviors, promot-
ing a safety-conscious culture and reducing risk in all operating areas.
By year-end 2010, more than 4,200 employees and consultants partici-
pated in 121 workshops in 18 cities across the country.
Chesapeake’s commitment to employee health and wellness is also
evident at our 72,000-square-foot fitness center, which provides Oklahoma
City headquarters employees and their families with on-site access to
state-of-the-art health equipment, recreation leagues and group exercise
classes. For employees who work outside of our headquarters, we subsi-
dize family fitness memberships and recreational entry fees.
To further promote healthy lifestyles, the company-wide Living Well
program provides financial incentives for employees who participate in
regular exercise, education, motivation and intervention. In 2010 more
than 6,900 employees participated in Chesapeake’s Living Well program
with more than 70% earning financial awards.
In addition, we provide discounted or free memberships to organiza-
tions such as Weight Watchers and cover the cost of most registration
fees for local races and fitness events. Throughout the year the company
also hosts a number of health-related classes and programs, including
our award-winning Live Better Forever program, a dynamic new Your Life
Matters mental health initiative and Lunch and Learn seminars.
From our extensive required safety training to our award-winning
health and wellness benefits, Chesapeake is dedicated to providing quality
resources to ensure the health and well-being of each of our employees.
From state-of-the-art training facilities
to extensive health and wellness programs,
Chesapeake provides employees with the skills
they need to succeed both in the field and at
the office while creating a well-rounded envi-
ronment for employees and their families.