Human Rights Policy

Human rights related to business activities

The Group recognizes that addressing the following human rights issues related to its business activities is an important element of its human rights responsibilities.

• Discrimination
  The Group will respect the human rights and diversity of individuals, and work to eliminate any kind of discrimination based on race, gender, age, nationality, disability, physical condition, sexual orientation, religion, etc.
• Harassment
  The Group will not tolerate any moral or physical harassment by words or actions that make the other party feel uncomfortable.
• Forced labor and child labor
  The Group will not use forced labor, and not cause children to work who are below the minimum working age stipulated by the laws and regulations of each country or region.
• Freedom of association and collective bargaining rights
  The Group will respect freedom of association and rights to collective bargaining.
• Working hours and wages, and occupational health and safety
  The Group will comply with all laws and regulations related to the working hours and wages applicable in each country and region. It will also comply with maximum working hours, ensure appropriate rest breaks and holidays, and give consideration to the safety and health of employees, to create comfortable workplace environments.
• Business partners and supply chain
  The Group will encourage its business partners and suppliers to understand this Policy.
• Local communities
  The Group recognizes that its business activities may impact health and other human rights in local communities. It aims to fulfill its human rights responsibilities in the communities where it operates, and to contribute to a sustainable society.

Human rights due diligence

The Group will work through the operation of the Risk/Compliance Committee to reduce the risk that human rights issues may occur.

Relief and correction

The Group has established hotline reporting channels for all people who work for the Group to report complaints and make whistle-blowing disclosures, and provides inquiry contacts for customers and other parties on its corporate website.
If it becomes obvious that the Group has caused or been involved in a negative impact on human rights, the Group will work to provide relief through appropriate procedures.

Dissemination of and education on human rights policy

The Group will provide appropriate education to its officers and employees to ensure the effective implementation of this Policy.

Established on December 1, 2023
Masayuki Ando, CEO
Osaka Organic Chemical Industry Ltd.