Global Human Rights Policy

GLOBAL HUMAN RIGHTS POLICY

Global Human Rights Policy

Interplex is committed to respecting and advancing human rights. As a global enterprise, we aim to create a positive impact as part of our social commitment. We are committed to upholding the fundamental human rights of all people, not only through our own business activities but throughout our supply chain.

Our Commitment to Human Rights

Our Global Human Rights Policy establishes our overarching commitment to respect human rights. It serves to outline the values and principles that underpin this commitment and guides our approach to upholding fundamental human rights. This includes identifying, monitoring, and mitigating human rights risks, providing effective and appropriate access to remedies when required, and publicly reporting on our performance.

Our approach to respecting human rights is grounded in international human rights standards including the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and United Nations Global Compact, of which Interplex is a signatory. We are committed to upholding all internationally recognized human rights, as established in the International Bill of Human Rights (comprising the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights) and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. We also support the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

In all our areas of operation, we are committed to complying with all applicable national and local laws and regulations. In cases where there are conflicting requirements, we seek to adhere to applicable local laws while striving to uphold the principles of international standards.

Our Global Human Rights Policy has been approved by the Chief Executive Officer.

Scope

This Global Human Rights Policy applies to all Interplex business operations worldwide as well as our entire supply chain. Our commitment to respecting human rights covers all our stakeholders, including Interplex employees, contractors, suppliers, and any other business partners.

Our Policy Commitments

Fair Wages and Benefits:

Interplex is committed to ensuring fair and competitive remuneration for all our employees. This includes ensuring that compensation is based solely on performance and merits, and that equal pay shall be provided for equal work and qualifications. We comply with all applicable local wage laws, including for minimum wage, overtime work and other legally mandated benefits.
Working Hours:

We are committed to ensuring that our working hours abide by the limits within international standards and local law and regulations. At Interplex, all workers are entitled to a rest period following local labor legislation and all overtime work is appropriately compensated.
Health and Safety:

Safeguarding the health and safety of every worker is our top priority. Interplex is committed to fostering a culture where employees are encouraged to identify and correct workplace hazards and unsafe behaviors. We comply with all applicable industrial safety regulations throughout our business operations.

As an end-to-end manufacturer, we recognize the health and safety risks inherent in our work. Prioritizing health and safety enables us to enhance employee well-being, boosting physical and mental health, engagement, productivity, and job satisfaction. For more information on our health and safety policies and procedures, please consult our EHS policy.
Child Labor:

Interplex strictly prohibits the use of child labor throughout our business operations. As defined by the ILO, child labor refers to work that is mentally, physically, socially or morally harmful to children or work that interferes with their schooling. As per ILO standards, we strictly prohibit the employment of persons under the age of 15, or under the local minimum age, whichever is higher. Workers under the age of 18 are also prevented from performing all forms of hazardous work.
Forced Labor and Modern Slavery:

We have a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, including forced labor, human trafficking, bonded labor, indentured labor, descent-based slavery, and involuntary prison labor. This includes the transportation, recruitment, harboring, transferring, or receiving of individuals by means of threat, force, coercion, abduction or fraud for their labor or services.
We are committed to preventing the use of forced labor, human trafficking and modern slavery within our business operations and throughout our supply chain. This includes through maintaining ethical hiring practices and preventing employees from paying recruitment fees. All contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and business partners with a business relationship with Interplex are also strictly prohibited from engaging in any practice that constitutes trafficking in persons or slavery.
Non-Discrimination:

Interplex is committed to creating a fair and equitable work environment with zero tolerance for discrimination. We recognize freedom from discrimination as a fundamental human right and are committed to ensuring all workers and job seekers are treated equally, enabling them to reach their full potential. Regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability and/or any other legally protected characteristic, all employees shall be treated equally throughout all stages of employment.

Workplace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

As a global company, we understand the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the differences of all our people. We are committed to fostering a culturally sensitive and inclusive environment, where the rights of all employees are fully respected. This includes respect for freedom in language use and cultural practices, where flexible arrangements to accommodate the unique needs of our employees shall be provided for wherever possible.
Non-Harassment:

At Interplex, we seek to create a comfortable and safe environment for our colleagues to thrive in. All forms of harassment, including any physical, sexual, verbal, and/or psychological abuse are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This includes but is not limited to direct insults, bullying, victimization, humiliation, offensive jokes or dialogue, ostracism, improper or unwanted touching, physical assaults or the threat to do so, either in-person or online.
Freedom of Association and Right to Collective Bargaining:

We are committed to fostering a culture of trust and open communication where employees feel empowered to voice their opinions to better our work environment and culture. All employees shall have the right to freedom of association and collective bargaining in compliance with local laws. Any form of reprisal, harassment, or discrimination towards employees for exercising their rights will not be tolerated. In locations where the right to freedom of association and collective bargaining is restricted by applicable laws and regulations, other opportunities for engagement and consultation between the organization and workers shall be made available.
Right to Privacy:

The protection of the personal data of our employees, customers, suppliers, and other business partners is of utmost importance to us. Interplex strives to safeguard the personal data and privacy of information of all stakeholders who entrust us with their data. This includes ensuring that data collection, storage, and usage practices strictly abide by applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Detailed guidance on the proper handling of personal data may also be accessed through our Global Data Protection Policy.
Rights of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities:

Aligned with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Interplex is committed to respecting the rights of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities to land, forest, and water, and to achieving free, prior and informed consent wherever possible.
Use of Security Forces:

All security forces engaged by Interplex are mandated to respect all internationally recognized human rights and environment-related rights. We will not tolerate any unlawful conduct or use of force against our employees or third parties.