Corporate Social Responsibility

 

1. NEFAB – Core values

A contribution to the economic, social and environmental development is a priority for us as well as a sustainable development.

 

Nefab´s good name and trusted brand must always be protected. As a responsible company our minimum standards are to obey the law, our Code of conduct goes beyond compliance with laws and regulations. We expect all employees to uphold the highest standard of ethical behaviour and integrity. If ever in doubt of what is right in a given situation a good guide is to ask ourselves if we want to read about it in the newspaper.

 

Our most important and primary guideline is to satisfy our customer, both internally and externally. We will get satisfied customers by recognizing our values, knowhow and competence that we possess.

 

Our objective is to deliver Quality products, which we can be proud of. We will serve our customers in an honest, humble and at the same time quick and proactive way. Our way of working shall be recognized by flexibility and entrepreneurship.

 

Although we will be known to our customers as a generous and professional organization, we shall use assets with cost awareness which means that we shall refrain from luxury and we have a responsibility to protect the assets entrusted to us by our shareholders. Misuse for personal benefit or careless handling is not acceptable.

 

The ethical standards of our managers will define the ethics of the organization they are set to lead and develop, managers are our role models. We treat others with respect and we show this respect to every individual around the world both inside and outside of the company.

 

2. Code of conduct

 

2.1 Human rights

NEFAB supports and respects the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights and makes sure that we are not complicit in human rights abuses.

 

2.2 Labour standards

2.2.1 Freedom of association

As local or relevant laws allows, all employees are free to form, join or not to join unions and have the right to collective bargaining when employed by NEFAB.

 

2.2.2 Forced and compulsory labour

No form of forced or compulsory labour is tolerated by NEFAB and all employees have the right to leave their employment as stated by contracts or local laws.

 

2.2.3 Child labour

We are not complicit in any form of child labour or other forms of exploitation of the child. No one is employed below the completion of compulsory school or under the age of 15 and no one under the age of 18 is employed for hazardous work within NEFAB.

 

2.2.4 Work place

NEFAB shall provide a working environment that is healthy, safe and in accordance with international standards and local laws for all employees.

 

2.2.5 Discrimination

Diversity amongst NEFAB employees is a positive attribute and no one regardless of race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, nationality, parental status, marital status, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, ethnic background, social origin, social status, age, union membership or disability shall be discriminated. Harassments in the form of physical or psychological abuse are strongly prohibited within NEFAB as are any kinds of intimidation or other threats.

 

2.3 Environment (2)

2.3.1 Precautionary approach

Sustainable development is a key word for NEFAB and finite resources is avoided as often as possible NEFAB also has a precautionary approach towards environmental challenges which means that we avoid dangerous materials when suitable and more environmentally friendly alternatives are available.

 

2.3.2 Environmental responsibility

Innovative developments in products and services that offer environmental and social benefits are as well as a greater environmental responsibility promoted and supported by NEFAB.

 

2.4 Anti-corruption

NEFAB´s reputation and of honesty, integrity and responsibility must be uphold and any involvement in bribery, extortion or corruption is not tolerated by NEFAB in any form.

 

2.5 Consumer interests

When dealing with consumers, NEFAB act in accordance with fair business, marketing and advertising practices. NEFAB also ensures that provided goods or services meet all agreed and legal standards.

 

2.6 Science and Technology

As a global company, NEFAB ensures that their activities are compatible with the science and technology policies in each country that they operate in. NEFAB contributes to the long term development of the host country in which they perform science and technology development.

 

2.7 Competition

NEFAB is conducting their activities according to applicable laws and regulations and also refraining from entering into anti competitive agreements.

 

2.8 Taxation

NEFAB is complying with local tax laws and regulations and takes every opportunity available for the correct determination of taxes.

 

2.9 Violations

When you know NEFAB´s code of conduct has been violated, then please report this to your HR representative. Violations to this code can result in disciplinary action.

NEFAB GROUP

 
Corporate social responsibility (1)


The Code of Conduct was adopted by Nefab's Board of Directors on September 25th, 2007.

 

1 NEFAB´s corporate social responsibility is based upon NEFAB´s core values, The OECD guidelines and The Global Compact's ten principles in the areas of human rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption and are derived from The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, The International Labour Organization's Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, The Rio Declaration on Environment and Development, The United Nations Convention Against Corruption.

 

2 For more information regarding NEFAB and the environment read NEFAB´s environment policy. NEFAB´s environment policy are fully in line with this Code of Conduct.
 
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