1. Introduction
Our organization is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards and social responsibility throughout our entire supply chain. The Supplier Code of Conduct defines the behavioral requirements that we expect from our suppliers to ensure that our business relationship is based on integrity, transparency and sustainability.
2. Ethical behavior
2.1. Prohibition of corruption:
We expect our suppliers not to engage in any form of bribery, corruption or unfair business practices. All business relationships should be based on fairness and integrity.
2.2. Confidentiality and data protection:
Suppliers must protect confidential information exchanged in the course of our business relationship and only use it for the agreed purposes.
3. Working conditions
3.1. Human rights and freedom of work:
Suppliers must respect and protect human rights, including respect for freedom of work and freedom of association.
3.2. Working hours and pay:
Working hours must comply with applicable laws. Overtime should be voluntary and adequately compensated to ensure living wages.
3.3. Occupational safety and health protection:
Suppliers are obliged to ensure safe working conditions. This includes providing appropriate protective measures and preventing occupational accidents and health risks.
4. Environmental protection
4.1. Environmental laws and regulations:
Suppliers must comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations and strive to minimize environmental impacts.
4.2. Resource efficiency and sustainability:
Suppliers are encouraged to use resources efficiently, reduce waste and promote environmentally friendly practices.
5. Business ethics
5.1. Integrity and fairness:
Suppliers must act honestly, fairly and transparently. Any form of fraud, unfair competition or misrepresentation is unacceptable.
5.2. Freedom from conflict:
Suppliers must not use conflict minerals or resources that could finance armed conflict or human rights violations.
6. Compliance and Monitoring
Compliance with this code of conduct is assumed. We expect our suppliers to conduct regular internal audits to ensure compliance with the requirements of this code.
7. Accountability and Actions
Appropriate action may be taken for violations of this Code, including termination of the relationship. We believe that working with ethical suppliers is crucial to our success.
8. Conclusion
Compliance with this Supplier Code of Conduct is essential to promoting responsible business practices and creating sustainable value for our customers, our suppliers and our communities.
The ComLine management.
As of: October 1, 2023