Fatigue can be a complex issue to address in our industry, which is why Covia has partnered with the leading provider of fatigue intelligence and analytics to leverage cutting-edge technology that allows us to predict the effects of sleep disruption on the reaction time and cognitive effectiveness of our Team Members. By implementing this technology, we are:

• Proactively identifying high-risk moments during a shift and throughout the week for each individual Team Member.
• Using this information strategically to plan and prioritize lower-risk tasks during these critical moments, ensuring a safer and more efficient work environment.

Covia teamed up with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to conduct an ergonomics research project. Through this research, NIOSH is evaluating the use of passive exoskeleton technology to enhance the safety and efficiency of workers performing manual tasks in the mining industry. In a month-long pilot test at our plant in Elco, Illinois, Travis Ross, a Covia bulk operator, wore the exoskeleton during his shift every day. Following a successful test run, Travis agreed to participate in an extended trial of the device, providing valuable input to improve project outcomes. “Even after just a brief try-out, I felt that the exoskeleton reduced the strain on my shoulders while I was reaching up, and I am excited to contribute to this important trial.” – Travis Ross, Elco Team Member

We plan to conduct further testing of the device, engaging additional Team Members to provide valuable feedback.

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At Covia, we are committed to being more than just a leading provider of high-performance mineral and material solutions – we believe that our company can make a positive difference in the world. This belief is what drives our environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy, which is influenced by both our journey as an organization and the events in the world around us.

Our commitment to operating as a responsible corporate citizen has been embedded into every aspect of our business for decades and serves as the foundation for Covia’s ESG initiatives. From our operations to our Team Members and the communities in which we live and work, we continue to define WHAT WE’RE MADE OF as more than the materials we produce, but the impact we can make in every interaction.

In 2021, we enhanced our approach toward accelerating ESG performance by developing our formal GOALS THAT INSPIRE: ESG 2030. These 10 goals, broken into our three core areas - Environmental Stewardship, Positive Social Impact and Responsible Governance & Ethics - were developed by Covia Team members across the company and are designed to drive tangible and measurable progress in areas where we can make the most impact.

We have the commitment and strategy in place to drive meaningful progress and we are pledging to make a positive differences for our people, our planet and our communities.

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