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Business Principles
Our most important task is to develop and maintain economically stable and successful business. We take responsibility for our employees, business partners and society.
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Legislation & agreements
We comply with the existing legislation and international agreements.2
Human rights
We respect the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as proclaimed by the UN, taking into account the rights of our employees, as well as the rights of the communities where we work and live3
Ethical values
We are committed to conduct our business honestly and ethically.4
Open dialogue
We are prepared for open dialogue with all those who are influenced by our business.5
Competition law
We act in accordance with the competition laws6
Honest business
We do not offer or accept any undue payment or remuneration, which would induce actions against legal, honest and ethical business.7
Confidence
We protect all confidential information provided by customers and our respective business partners and respect intellectual property of others8
International regulations
We adhere to international trade regulations and export control regulations
Responsibility as an Employer, Buyer and Agent
The employees’ terms of employment should meet at least the minimum requirements laid down in the legislation and the International Labour Organization (ILO) agreements.
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Equality
We treat all employees equally.2
Human values and diversity
We respect human dignity and individuality, as well as the diversity of the working community, which means prohibiting every kind of discrimination, intimidation and harassment.3
No child or forced labour
We do not accept the use of child or forced labour under any circumstances.4
Free movement
We do not permit procedures that prevent the free movement of labour.5
Local norms
We do not hire anyone under the age of 15, and if the age limit in conformity with local norms is higher than this, we do not hire persons who are younger than the minimum legal age.6
Code of Conduct
We strive to ascertain that our goods suppliers and subcontractors comply with the principles of the corporate Code of Conduct.7
Safe and healthy working environment
We offer a safe and healthy working environment and are committed to its continued development. Occupational safety instructions are on hand and in use at all our workplaces.8
Trade unions
We respect the right of employees to form trade unions or join them in accordance with the law of each country.9
Justice
We compensate employees fairly and follow local wage regulations as well as ensure that working hours, including overtime, do not exceed applicable legal requirements.
Environment and sustainability
We adhere to international as well as national legislations and ordinances regarding raw materials we use and ethics we follow. Such regulations are for instance the European Union REACH chemicals legislation, RoHS directive and Conflict Minerals regulation. Our environmental responsibility aims to continuously improve our procedures towards a lower environmental impact. We expect the same dedication from our complete supply chain. Our environmental system is in conformity with the ISO 14001:2015 standard.
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Environmental friendliness
We strive to use products that are as environmentally friendly as possible2
Recycling of materials
We strive to increase the recycling of raw materials and products3
Minimizing material waste
We strive to minimize material waste
Responsibility for quality
Our operating system is in conformity with standard ISO 9001:2015. Our products and services are of impeccable quality, meeting the requirements of the laws, decrees, standards, trade practices and good technical features in force at the time of delivery
