Supplier Code of Conduct – Ascendum Stavebné stroje Slovensko s.r.o.
Preamble
This Code of Conduct establishes clear expectations regarding the conduct and behavior of all suppliers collaborating with our company. Our goal is to ensure that all business practices are carried out with the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and responsibility. This Code serves as a fundamental framework for ethical decision-making and behavior, contributing to the creation of an environment based on trust, transparency, and respect among all stakeholders.
Suppliers are required to adhere to the principles outlined in this Code in all their activities related to our company. We expect our suppliers to act in compliance with legal regulations, promote sustainable and fair business practices, minimize environmental impact, and contribute to the creation of a safe and inclusive work environment. This Code not only defines minimum standards of behavior but also encourages suppliers to continuously improve and innovate in the areas of ethics, sustainability, and responsibility. Adherence to these principles is crucial for maintaining long-term and prosperous business relationships.
1. Compliance with Laws and Regulations
Suppliers collaborating with our company are required to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards of the countries in which they operate. This commitment includes, but is not limited to:
- Laws and Regulations: Suppliers must comply with all relevant legal provisions and regulations, including local, regional, and international laws applicable to their business operations. This includes laws related to taxes, trade, sanctions, customs regulations, and other relevant legislation.
- Workplace Safety: Suppliers are required to ensure that their work environment is safe and healthy. They must comply with all regulations concerning occupational safety and health (OSH), including implementing appropriate safety measures, training employees, and providing adequate protective equipment.
- Environmental Protection: Suppliers must comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations. Beyond complying with current legislation, our suppliers commit to maximizing responsibility for minimizing the negative impacts of their activities on the environment, including proper waste management, reducing emissions, and efficiently using natural resources.
- Labor Law: Suppliers must respect and comply with all labor rights and regulations that protect employee rights. This includes, but is not limited to, laws concerning working hours, wages, compensation, payment of mandatory contributions, freedom of association, collective bargaining, and the prohibition of child and forced labor.
- Ethical Business Practices: Suppliers are required to act honestly and transparently in all business transactions. They must avoid all forms of corruption, bribery, and conflicts of interest. We expect them to promote ethical behavior not only within their own organization but also among their partners and subcontractors.
- Protection of Confidential Information: Suppliers must protect the company’s confidential information and not use it for personal gain. Information about the company may only be shared with permission and in accordance with data protection principles.
2. Antitrust Precautions
Suppliers must comply with all applicable antitrust and economic laws and regulations. They are required to:
- Fair Competition: Promote and maintain fair and open economic competition, and refrain from engaging in any conduct that could be considered cartel agreements, price-fixing, or other forms of illegal market monopolization.
- Transparent Practices: Ensure transparency in business dealings and avoid any behavior that could disrupt fair competition.
3. Anti-corruption Measures
Suppliers must implement measures against corruption and bribery. They are required to:
- Integrity: Avoid all forms of corruption, bribery, fraud, and extortion. This includes not giving or accepting bribes or any other inappropriate advantages.
- Ethical Culture: Promote a culture of ethics and integrity in all aspects of their operations, including regular employee training on anti-corruption procedures.
4. Protection and Use of Information
Suppliers must protect sensitive information and respect intellectual property. They are required to:
- Confidentiality: Maintain the confidentiality of all information obtained during collaboration with our company, refrain from misuse, and protect it from unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Intellectual Property: Respect all intellectual property rights, including patents, copyrights, and trademarks.
5. Human Rights
Suppliers are required to respect and support the protection of fundamental human rights. They are required to:
- Respect for Human Rights: Respect the rights of all individuals they interact with, including the right to dignity, privacy, and fair treatment.
- Prohibition of Child and Forced Labor: Ensure that they do not participate in or support child or forced labor in any form.
6. Labour Standards
Suppliers must adhere to high labor standards. They are required to:
- Fair Conditions: Provide fair working conditions, including fair wages, reasonable working hours, and a safe working environment.
- Freedom of Association: Respect the right of employees to freedom of association and collective bargaining.
- Non-Discrimination: Ensure that no employee is discriminated against based on race, gender, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.
7. Quality Assurance
Suppliers must ensure high quality of their products and services. They are required to:
- Quality Products and Services: Provide products and services that meet the specified requirements and specifications of our company and adhere to high-quality standards.
- Quality Control: Implement effective quality management systems that include regular inspection and testing of products and services to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
8. Reporting and problem solving
Suppliers must have mechanisms in place for reporting and resolving issues. They are required to:
- Reporting Mechanisms: Establish clear and confidential mechanisms for reporting issues, violations of the Code of Conduct, and other discrepancies.
- Problem Resolution: Respond quickly and effectively to reported issues and discrepancies, implement necessary measures to resolve them, and prevent recurrence.
9. Continuous improvement
Suppliers understand that we strive for continuous improvement of our processes and procedures. Therefore, we invite our partners to participate in joint:
- Improvement and Innovation: Actively seek ways to improve the efficiency, quality, safety, and sustainability of their products, services, and operational procedures.
- Performance Evaluation: Regularly evaluate their performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement innovations and changes that lead to better results.
Conclusion
Adherence to these principles is key to maintaining trust and long-term engagement with our company.
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Ascendum Stavebné stroje Slovensko s.r.o.
Ing. David Pipal
CEO
