Ethical Sourcing Policy
Ethical Sourcing Policy
- Purpose
Eva Timber Group Ltd is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and sustainably. This policy outlines our expectations regarding the sourcing of goods, materials, and services from suppliers and partners in a manner that respects human rights, environmental sustainability, and legal compliance.
- Scope
This policy applies to all suppliers, contractors, and vendors involved in our supply
chain. It is relevant to all materials, products, and services sourced by Eva Timber
Group Ltd.
- Key Principles
3.1 Labor Rights
- Prohibition of Forced Labor: Suppliers must not use forced, bonded, or indentured labour, including any form of modern slavery or human trafficking.
- Child Labor: Suppliers must not engage in child labour. Workers must be of legal working age as defined by local labour laws.
- Fair Wages: Suppliers are expected to pay workers a fair wage, meeting or exceeding the minimum wage requirements.
- Working Hours: Suppliers should comply with local laws governing working hours, including provisions for overtime and rest periods.
- Health and Safety: Suppliers must provide a safe and healthy working environment and take necessary steps to prevent workplace hazards.
3.2 Environmental Responsibility
- Environmental Compliance: Suppliers are expected to comply with applicable environmental laws, including but not limited to regulations on emissions, waste management, and resource use.
- Sustainable Practices: Suppliers should work toward reducing waste, promoting recycling, and minimizing their carbon footprint.
- Material Sourcing: Suppliers must seek sustainable and responsibly sourced materials whenever possible.
3.3 Business Ethics
- Transparency and Honesty: Suppliers are expected to conduct business ethically, including honesty in all business transactions.
- Anti-corruption: Suppliers must not engage in bribery or corruption in any form.
- Fair Trade Practices: Suppliers should respect fair trade principles and avoid anti-corruption practices.
3.4 Compliance and Monitoring
- Audits: Eva Timber Group Ltd reserves the right to conduct audits and assessments to ensure suppliers' compliance with this policy.
- Corrective Actions: If a supplier is found to violate this policy, corrective actions may be requested. Persistent non-compliance may result in termination of the business relationship.