1. Introduction
foretaster s.r.o. is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We are dedicated to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. This policy outlines our commitment to ensuring that modern slavery, in any form, does not take place within our business or our supply chain.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, officers, directors, contractors, suppliers, and other business partners working with or on behalf of foretaster s.r.o.
3. Definitions
- Modern Slavery: Includes slavery, servitude, forced labor, and human trafficking as defined by the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
- Human Trafficking: The recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of persons by means of threat, force, or other forms of coercion for exploitation.
4. Our Commitment
- We do not tolerate any form of modern slavery in our business operations or supply chains.
- We are committed to ensuring transparency in our practices and will comply with all applicable legal obligations related to modern slavery.
- We expect the same high standards from all our contractors, suppliers, and other business partners.
5. Responsibility for the Policy
- The Board of Directors has overall responsibility for ensuring that this policy complies with our legal and ethical obligations.
- Managers at all levels are responsible for ensuring their teams understand and comply with this policy.
- Employees are expected to raise concerns and report any suspected breaches of this policy.
6. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
- We regularly assess the risks of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains.
- Due diligence processes are in place to identify, prevent, and mitigate modern slavery risks.
- We require our suppliers and business partners to demonstrate compliance with this policy and provide evidence when requested.
7. Training and Awareness
- We provide training to ensure employees understand the risks of modern slavery and know how to recognize and report it.
- We raise awareness among our suppliers and partners about our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery.
8. Reporting Concerns
- Employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders are encouraged to report concerns about modern slavery using [specific reporting mechanisms, such as a hotline or email address].
- Reports will be treated confidentially, and individuals raising concerns in good faith will not face retaliation.
9. Monitoring and Review
- We regularly review and update this policy to ensure its effectiveness.
- Compliance with this policy is monitored through audits, assessments, and feedback mechanisms.
10. Non-Compliance
- Any breach of this policy by employees may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
- Breaches by suppliers or contractors may result in termination of contracts or other corrective actions.
11. Communication
This policy is communicated to all employees and is available to all stakeholders. It is published on our website and included in supplier agreements.
12. Approval
This policy has been approved by the Board of Directors and will be reviewed annually.