U.S. Representative John Rose Visits Electronics Recycling Solutions
Gallatin, TN -October 13, 2020 – Electronics Recycling Solutions, Gallatin, TN Hosts U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-6).
During a more than hour-long tour of Electronics Recycling Solutions’ facility, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-6) and VP of Adult Services, Dave Krikac discussed several issues. Included was how ERS helps create jobs for adults with Autism through the ethical recycling of electronics.
Throughout the visit, Representative Rose engaged in lively conversation with ERS employees, 98% of whom are diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum. The employees demonstrated the recycling process from accepting electronics during public drop-off to breaking electronics down, wiping memory, destruction of data, and preparation of parts for distribution to downstream partners or sale on their eBay store.
Representative Rose was very interested in the process, asked numerous questions, and enjoyed some tech humor with the employees. Before leaving, Representative Rose expressed his appreciation and interest in returning.
U.S. Representative John Rose represents Tennessee’s Sixth Congressional District. The Sixth District includes Cannon, Clay, Coffee, Cumberland, DeKalb, Fentress, Jackson, Macon, Overton, Pickett, Putnam, Robertson, Smith, Sumner, Trousdale, White, and Wilson counties as well as portions of Cheatham and Van Buren counties.
ERS is R2 Certified. The standard requires certified companies to have a policy on managing used and end-of-life electronics equipment, components and materials based on strategies such as reuse, materials, and energy recovery and/or disposal. R2 requires strict accountability for environmental, health and safety practices to protect employees and the community. Certification also requires tracking and downstream accountability and prohibits e-waste from being mishandled or illegally exported. Facility security, mandatory employee background checks, and the highest industry standards for data destruction or sanitization of data sensitive devices is also included.
Certification was granted after successfully completing a rigorous independent audit of Electronics Recycling Solutions’ facility, processes and policies to verify conformance with the required standards. Perry Johnson Registrars, Inc. is the Certification Body.