What is the security situation at Firestone Liberia?
The company continues to strengthen its security in order to protect people, property and products. In 2005, the company agreed to establish and manage a plant protection force. This highly trained unit protects and serves all of the people of the Firestone operation. In 2007, a canine security unit was added to supplement the plant protection force. At the request of the Liberian government, the canine unit also searches for narcotics and dangerous goods at the international airport. Unfortunately, Firestone Liberia is often the victim of illicit rubber tapping and other crimes, which pose danger to employees and risks to its operation. Firestone Liberia will continue to enhance security as necessary, and work with the national and local officials to uphold the law.
