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Human Rights and Ethical Trading Policy

This policy outlines our commitment to ensuring that our operations and supply chains are free from human rights abuses and that we conduct business ethically and responsibly.

1. Purpose

Safetynet Solutions Ltd. is committed to upholding the highest standards of human rights and ethical trading practices. This policy outlines our commitment to ensuring that our operations and supply chains are free from human rights abuses and that we conduct business ethically and responsibly.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders associated with Safetynet Solutions Ltd.

3. Our Commitment to Human Rights

Safetynet Solutions Ltd. is dedicated to:

  • Respecting and promoting human rights as outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights standards.
  • Ensuring that our business practices do not contribute to human rights abuses.
  • Providing a safe and healthy working environment for all employees.
  • Prohibiting discrimination, harassment, and abuse in the workplace.
  • Supporting freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining.

4. Ethical Trading Practices

We are committed to ethical trading practices, which include:

  • Ensuring fair wages and working hours for all employees.
  • Prohibiting child labour and forced labour in our operations and supply chains.
  • Promoting fair and ethical treatment of all workers.
  • Ensuring that our suppliers adhere to our ethical standards and practices.

5. Examples of Ethical Trading

Ethical trading can be demonstrated through various practices, such as:

  • Fair Trade Certification: Partnering with suppliers who are Fair Trade certified, ensuring that producers receive fair prices and work under safe conditions.
  • Living Wages: Paying employees and ensuring suppliers pay their workers a living wage that meets their basic needs and provides some discretionary income.
  • Safe Working Conditions: Implementing and maintaining high standards of health and safety in the workplace to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Sustainable Sourcing: Procuring materials and products from suppliers who use environmentally sustainable practices, such as reducing waste and minimising carbon footprints.
  • Transparent Supply Chains: Maintaining transparency in supply chains by regularly auditing suppliers and making information about sourcing practices available to stakeholders.
  • Community Engagement: Supporting local communities through initiatives such as education programs, healthcare services, and infrastructure development.

6. Supplier Code of Conduct

We require our suppliers to comply with our Supplier Code of Conduct, which includes:

  • Adherence to all applicable laws and regulations related to labour, health and safety, and the environment.
  • Prohibition of child labour, forced labour, and human trafficking.
  • Commitment to fair wages, working hours, and safe working conditions.
  • Respect for workers' rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining.
  • Prohibition of discrimination, harassment, and abuse.

7. Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

To ensure compliance with our human rights and ethical trading standards, we will:

  • Conduct regular risk assessments of our operations and supply chains.
  • Engage with suppliers to ensure they understand and comply with our standards.
  • Implement monitoring and auditing processes to verify compliance.
  • Take corrective action if any violations are identified.

8. Training and Awareness

We will provide training to our employees and suppliers to ensure they understand our human rights and ethical trading standards. This includes:

  • Regular training sessions on human rights and ethical trading practices.
  • Access to resources and support for reporting concerns.

9. Reporting Concerns

Employees and stakeholders are encouraged to report any concerns related to human rights and ethical trading practices. Reports can be made through:

10. Monitoring and Review

We will regularly review and update this policy to ensure its effectiveness. This includes:

  • Annual reviews of our policies and procedures.
  • Monitoring compliance and addressing any issues promptly.

11. Consequences of Non-Compliance

Any employee or supplier found to be in violation of this policy will face disciplinary action, which may include termination of employment or contract.