Labor & Human Rights
The Supplier Code of Conduct
Suppliers, as well as the suppliers down the supply chain, shall support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights (Universal declaration of Human Rights of 1948 and the eight Fundamental Conventions of the ILO) and ensure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Freely Chosen Employment
Suppliers shall not use forced, bonded or indentured labor or involuntary prison labor or other kind of forced labor. Employees shall not be required to surrender their passports or other legal documents or pay a fee to an employer before commencing work.
Child Labor and Young Workers
Suppliers shall not use child labor. The employment of workers below the age of 18 shall only occur in non‑hazardous work (as defined in ILO Convention No. 138 + No. 182) and when young workers are above a country’s legal age for employment or the age established for completing compulsory education.
Non‑Discrimination
Suppliers shall provide a workplace free of harassment and discrimination. Discrimination for reasons such as race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability, Genetic information, religion, veteran status, political opinions, union membership or marital status is not condoned.
Fair Treatment
Suppliers shall provide a workplace free of harsh and inhumane treatment, or the threat thereof, including any sexual harassment, sexual abuse, corporal punishment, mental or physical coercion, or verbal abuses of workers.
Wages, Benefits & Working Hours
Suppliers shall pay workers in a timely manner and according to applicable wage laws, including minimum wages, overtime hours, prohibition on excessive overtime and mandated benefits.
Freedom of Association
Open communication and direct engagement with workers (and/or designated union officials, if applicable) to resolve workplace and compensation issues is encouraged. Suppliers shall respect the rights of workers, as set forth in local laws, to associate freely, join or not join labor unions, seek representation and join workers’ councils. Workers shall be able to communicate openly with management regarding working conditions without threat of reprisal, intimidation or harassment.
Modern Slavery
We are aware that in any country and in most cases in the context of contractors and their subcontractors, so-called modern slavery can occur. Any kind of modern slavery is incompatible with our ethical basics. We expect our suppliers/ contractors and their subcontractors to fight against any form of modern slavery.