Slavery & Human Trafficking transparency Statement - Flipbook - Page 9
Our Supplier Code of Conduct, updated in 2023, outlines the standards we expect
our suppliers to uphold in relation to human rights and safe, fair working
conditions. It is grounded in internationally recognised frameworks, including the
International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions.
The Supplier Code of Conduct explicitly requires commitments to:
Freely Chosen Employment
Suppliers must ensure that all work is voluntary.
Forced, bonded, indentured, or involuntary prison labour is prohibited.
Workers must not be required to deposit identity documents or pay fees to
obtain or keep their jobs.
Child Labour Avoidance
Suppliers must not employ children under the legal working age or below
15 years, whichever is higher.
There must be robust verification processes to prevent child labour.
Protection of young workers must include restrictions on night work,
hazardous tasks, and overtime.
Working Hours
Working hours must not exceed the legal limits and should be consistent
with international standards (e.g. ILO).
Overtime must be voluntary and fairly compensated.
Wages and Benefits
Employees must be paid at least the legal minimum wage, with all statutory
benefits.
Wage deductions as disciplinary measures are not permitted.
Humane Treatment
Suppliers must provide a workplace free from harassment, coercion, abuse,
or threats.
Freedom of Association
Workers must have the right to freely associate, join trade unions, and
bargain collectively in accordance with local laws.
2025 SMI MODERN SLAVERY
Commitment to Ethical Labour Practices
