Human Rights, Modern Slavery, and Labour Standards Policy
- Purpose
This policy outlines our commitment to uphold human rights, combat modern slavery, and ensure high labour standards throughout our operations and supply chains. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect and dignity for all individuals associated with our organisation.
- Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners and associates that are connected with Butyl Products Ltd, across all the sectors in which we operate.
- Commitment to Human Rights
Butyl Products Ltd recognises the importance of human rights as outlined by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other relevant international frameworks. We respect the rights and freedoms of individuals, including but not limited to:
- The right to life, liberty, and security of person
- Freedom from torture and inhumane or degrading treatment
- Freedom from discrimination
- The right to work and to favourable conditions of work
- Prohibition of Modern Slavery
We have a zero-tolerance policy for modern slavery, which encompasses forced labour, human trafficking, and any form of exploitation. We commit to:
- Actively work against all forms of modern slavery in our own operations and within our supply chains.
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential areas of modern slavery.
- Provide training and resources for our employees and stakeholders to identify and prevent modern slavery.
- Ensure that Executive Directors receive independent third-party training in relation to Modern Slavery.
- Labour Standards
Butyl Products Ltd is dedicated to ensuring fair and equitable labour practices, including but not limited to:
- Fair wages: We commit to paying at least the minimum wage and ensuring that our compensation practices are transparent and fair.
- Working hours: We adhere to applicable laws regarding working hours, overtime, and rest breaks, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
- Freedom of association: We respect the rights of employees to join or form trade unions and engage in collective bargaining.
- Supply Chain Responsibility
We expect our suppliers and partners to adhere to the same ethical standards outlined in this policy. To that end, we will:
- Communicate our expectations regarding human rights and labour standards clearly to our suppliers and partners.
- Conduct due diligence, including audits and assessments, of our supply chains to ensure compliance with this policy.
- Implement corrective measures for any violations identified, including termination of contracts in severe cases.
- Reporting and Accountability
We encourage all employees and stakeholders to report any concerns or violations of this policy through our designated reporting channels. We guarantee that:
- All reports will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and kept confidential to protect the identity of the reporter.
- No retaliation will occur against anyone who reports concerns in good faith.
- Training and Awareness
All employees will receive training on this policy, human rights, and modern slavery awareness to ensure understanding and compliance. We will also promote awareness of human rights standards among our business partners.
- Policy Review
This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary to reflect changes in legislation, best practices, and our commitment to human rights, modern slavery, and labour standards. Feedback from stakeholders will be considered in these reviews.
- Implementation
The Executive Directors will be responsible for the implementation, oversight, and monitoring of this policy. Regular reports will be submitted to the executive team regarding compliance and any issues arising under this policy.
- Conclusion
Butyl Products is committed to being a responsible organisation and recognises that respecting human rights, combating modern slavery, and ensuring high labour standards are fundamental to our values and success. We believe that by fostering a culture of responsibility and respect, we contribute to the well-being of our employees, partners, and the communities in which we operate.
