Politique de commerce éthique

1. Introduction

Almath Crucibles is committed to conducting business ethically and responsibly. This Ethical Trading Policy outlines our commitment to fair trading practices, human rights, and social responsibility within our supply chain. We believe that ethical trading is fundamental to the success and integrity of our business and is crucial in fostering trust among our customers, employees, suppliers, and the wider community.

2. Les objectifs

To ensure fair and ethical treatment of workers within our supply chain.
To comply with all relevant labour laws and international standards.
To promote sustainable and responsible sourcing practices.
To foster long-term, transparent, and respectful relationships with suppliers.

3. Principes fondamentaux

3.1 Compliance with Laws and Standards

We will comply with all relevant local, national, and international laws and standards, including:

The UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.
The Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code.
The International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions.

3.2 Workers' Rights and Fair Labor Practices

We are committed to ensuring that workers within our supply chain are treated fairly and with respect. This includes:

Prohibiting forced, bonded, or involuntary labour.
Ensuring no child labour is used.
Providing fair wages that meet or exceed the legal minimum standards.
Ensuring working hours comply with national laws and industry standards.
Providing a safe and healthy working environment.

3.3 Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining

We respect the rights of workers to freely associate and to bargain collectively without fear of discrimination or retaliation. We will:

Support the establishment of legitimate worker representatives and trade unions.
Encourage open communication between workers and management.

3.4 Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunities

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination in our operations and supply chain. We will:

Prohibit discrimination based on race, colour, sex, religion, political opinion, nationality, social origin, or any other status.
Promote diversity and inclusion within our workforce.

3.5 Sustainable Sourcing and Environmental Responsibility

We recognize our responsibility to source products and materials sustainably. We will:

Work with suppliers who share our commitment to environmental sustainability.
Promote the use of environmentally friendly materials and processes.
Minimize our environmental impact throughout our supply chain.

3.6 Transparency and Accountability

We are committed to transparency in our ethical trading practices. We will:

Communicate our ethical trading policy to all suppliers and stakeholders.
Conduct regular audits and assessments of our supply chain to ensure compliance with our standards.
Report on our ethical trading performance and progress.

3.7 Continuous Improvement

We are dedicated to continuous improvement in our ethical trading practices. We will:

Provide training and resources to employees and suppliers to promote ethical trading.
Encourage feedback from stakeholders to improve our policies and practices.
Review and update this policy regularly to reflect changes in legislation, industry standards, and our business activities.

4. Mise en œuvre et suivi

Pour garantir l'efficacité de cette politique, nous nous engageons à

Establish measurable objectives and targets for ethical trading.
Monitor and evaluate our supply chain practices regularly.
Engage third-party auditors to conduct independent assessments when necessary.
Take corrective actions to address any identified issues promptly.

5. Responsabilité et révision

The Managing Director is responsible for the implementation, the Quality Control Manager is responsible for the maintenance of this policy. This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with our ethical trading objectives.

6. Conclusion

By adhering to this Ethical Trading Policy, Almath Crucibles aims to foster ethical practices throughout our supply chain, contribute to social and economic development, and maintain the trust and confidence of our stakeholders. We are committed to integrating these principles into our daily operations and encouraging our suppliers to join us in these efforts.

Approuvé par :

Michael Misson

Directeur général

31/08/2023

This Ethical Trading Policy will be communicated to all employees, suppliers, stakeholders, and made available to the public.

Contact :

Appeler : +44 1638 508 712

Courriel : [email protected]

Pour plus d'informations sur nos pratiques environnementales ou si vous avez des questions, veuillez contacter notre responsable du contrôle de la qualité, Elliott Spray, par e-mail ou par courrier aux coordonnées indiquées ci-dessous :

Epsom Building, The Running Horse, Burrough Green, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 9NE, Royaume-Uni.