Supplier Code Of Conduct.pdf

ABC Technologies Inc. has established a Supplier Code of Conduct that outlines the key principles suppliers must operate under. The code requires suppliers to comply with high ethical and legal standards, recognizing differences in cultures and legal requirements. Suppliers must adhere to globally recognized international standards, including the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, ILO Declaration of Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

The code covers various aspects, including:
- Human Rights: Suppliers must comply with international human rights standards and respect the rights of their employees.
- Freely Chosen Employment: Suppliers must not use forced labor, and employees must be free to terminate employment at any time.
- Freedom of Movement: Suppliers must not restrict employees' movement or access to wages.
- Child Labor: Suppliers cannot use child labor in any form.
- Working Hours: Suppliers must comply with local laws regarding working hours, and overtime must be voluntary and compensated.
- Wages and Benefits: Suppliers must meet local laws regarding wages and benefits, and provide written wage statements to employees.
- Humane Treatment: Suppliers must not allow harsh or inhumane treatment of employees.
- Recruitment Practices: Suppliers cannot force employees to pay recruitment fees, and employment brokers must be ethical and comply with local laws.
- Non-Discrimination/Non-Harassment: Suppliers cannot discriminate in hiring, employment, or promotions based on various factors.
- Freedom of Association: Suppliers must respect employees' rights to form or join unions and bargain collectively.
- Vulnerable Groups: Suppliers must protect the rights of vulnerable groups, including women, minorities, and indigenous peoples.
- Human Rights Defenders: Suppliers must work to protect human rights defenders.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Suppliers must promote an inclusive culture that encourages diversity at all levels of leadership.
- Health and Safety: Suppliers must assess potential safety hazards, provide ongoing safety training, and ensure a safe working environment.