Supplier Charter
Tomkins’ business strategy is underpinned by our culture
and shared core values. These values are deeply embedded in the
Group and help us distinguish ourselves and maintain our reputation
in the markets in which we operate and the communities where we
work. It is important that our suppliers are aligned with these
values and observe the standards that reflect them so that they can
contribute to our mutual success and the ongoing success of our
customers. The values to which Tomkins are committed include:
- Legal, ethical and responsible conduct in all of our
operations
- Respect for the rights of all individuals
- Respect and care for the environment
We seek to apply these values in our relationships with
suppliers and to build trusted relationships. We expect all of our
suppliers to make these same commitments. At a minimum, we require
that all suppliers to Tomkins’ companies meet the following
standards:
- Business Ethics
The highest standards of honest and ethical conduct are to be
expected in all business interactions. Any and all forms of
corruption, bribery, extortion and embezzlement are strictly
prohibited.
- Freely chosen employment
Employment is freely chosen. No forced, bonded or involuntary
labour is permitted.
- Prohibition of child labour
Suppliers should observe the ILO conventions recommendation of a
minimum age for admission to employment or work. The minimum age
for hazardous work is 18 years.
- Anti-discrimination
Harassment or discrimination against employees in any form is not
acceptable. This includes but is not limited to race, caste,
colour, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability,
veteran’s status, marital status, employment status,
political affiliation and any other categories protected by local
law.
- Wages and benefits, working hours
Wages and benefits must meet minimum national requirements.
Disciplinary deductions of wages are not permitted. Working hours
will, as a minimum, comply with applicable laws.
- Freedom of association
The national and other applicable law and regulations concerning an
individual’s freedom of association shall be complied with at
all times. No discrimination against employees’ legal
bargaining representatives is permissible.
- Health and safety
Employees should have a safe and healthy working environment that
meets or exceeds applicable standards for occupational safety and
health.
- Environment
Conserving and protecting the environment is a principle of high
importance. Suppliers must obey strictly the laws that protect the
environment and should aim to minimise the impact of their
operations and their products on the environment.
In the event of failure to achieve the standards, a supplier may
be given the opportunity to achieve them within a reasonable time
to be agreed with Tomkins. If at the end of that agreed time,
standards are still not achieved, depending on the severity of the
failure, Tomkins may stop trading with the supplier concerned.
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