Human Rights Policy and Supplier Code of Conduct Requirements Establishment Alignment Monitoring Establish and maintain an appropriate management system related to the Policy and Code of Conduct Review and monitor management processes and operations to ensure alignment with the Policy and Code of Conduct Review the progress of implementing the Policy and Code of Conduct CHILD RIGHTS PROTECTION – IVL RANKED FIRST AMONG CHEMICAL COMPANIES IN SOUTHEAST ASIA We take pride in achieving greater business accountability through our support for children’s rights. IVL was recognized as an “Achiever” in the Global Children’s Rights and Business 2021 report demonstrating our commitment to the rights of children and child-friendly business practices in the workplace, marketplace, community and environment. We placed seventh out of 28 global chemical companies doing so, and were the only company based in Southeast Asia to be selected for the Basic Materials category. This report focuses on children’s rights supervision and sustainability based on publicly available information and is produced by the Global Child Forum, a leading children’s rights organization, and the Boston Consulting Group. They surveyed and assessed 832 large global companies in nine industries according to 27 metrics from their Code of Conduct. Our children’s rights initiatives are alignedwith the UN SDGs on good health andwell-being, quality education, gender equality, clean water and sanitation, and decent work and economic growth. 95 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2021 HUMAN RIGHTS AND COMPLIANCE IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN OurHumanRights Policy is consistentwithour dedication to enriching our workplace, partnering with our supply chain, preserving the environment and supporting the communities where we operate. Compliance with IVL’s policies, Supplier Code of Conduct and a Supplier Self-Assessment alongwith adhering to proper business ethics and environmental regulations is mandatory for all suppliers. These include ethics, human rights, EHS and mutual trust and respect. We educate our suppliers by including quality control and traceability clauses in our supplier contracts andmonitoring their compliancewith relevant labour and health & safety laws, regulations, practices and protocols in the workplace. Our due diligence also covers contract arrangements and negotiations, including adherence to quality standards such as the REACH certification. Suppliers are to acknowledge receipt and effectively communicate the policies and Code of Conduct. Terms and conditions are outlined in the self-assessment documents for suppliers. The contracts for key suppliers include detailed ESG compliance requirements according to IVL’s policy and Codes of Conduct, as well as references to comply with IVL’s ESG requirements with appropriate sustainable development practices in addition to suppliers’ own standards and Business Codes of Conduct. All suppliers met the stipulated regulations in 2021. Our adherence to UNGC, ILO and ISO standards ensures that suppliers comply with regulations concerning labour conditions, human rights, anti-corruption and environmental and social responsibilities, as well as policies and performance verifications by assessing their websites. The SRMC reviews supply chain risks and actions to mitigate them to prevent potential human rights impacts. FOR MORE INFORMATION Responsible Business and Effective Governance Towards Net Zero Carbon Empowering Our People and Communities Global Performance Data GRI Standard Content Index Driving Sustainable Value Creation and Growth
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