PREAMBLE
Century Chemical Works Sdn. Bhd., as a responsible corporate citizen, is committed to uphold and comply with all applicable acts and regulations taking into consideration all environmental, social and corporate governance standards. Our Code of Conduct & ESG Policy, which is integrated into our supply chain, is well aligned with the ultimate goal of global expectations towards a better and sustainable future development with increased level of transparency and accountability. As our utmost trustful business partners and employees, it is our honor to invite you to work hand in hand with us to accomplish all principles outlined herein this Code of Conduct & ESG Policy.
SCOPE OF APPLICATION
- This Code of Conduct & ESG Policy shall serve as a supplementary guideline in addition to all policies, SOP, agreements and guidelines adopted herein Century Chemical Works Sdn. Bhd. and it shall apply to all employees and external providers for services, products and processes of the company.
OBJECTIVE
- This Code of Conduct & ESG Policy aims to enhance and improve the level of integrity along the supply chain of Century Chemical Works Sdn. Bhd. through increased transparency, good governance and sound systems and controls.
CODE OF CONDUCT & ESG POLICY
1. Environmental
Comply with all applicable national environmental related acts & regulations, standards, orders & guidelines.
Initiate actions towards reduction of GHG emission, carbon footprint and environmental pollution.
Uphold 5R concept, resource optimization and waste minimization.
2. Social – Human Rights and Labour Standards
Respect and uphold the basic human rights of all workers including local, contract, temporary and migrant workers.
Prohibit use of forced labour and child labour, human trafficking and slavery.
Ensure no restrictions on workers’ freedom of movement.
Prohibit unlawful deductions from any part of wages or withholding any property, identification cards, passports or any other travelling documents of the workers.
Provide a safe and healthy working environment.
Provide workers with adequate protective equipment and tools that are needed for them to perform their routine works.
Ensure all employees are given in writing, in a language that they could understand, a description of their duties, rate of pay, working hours, leaves, and other benefits of employment.
Uphold the principle of freedom of association. Recognize and respect the right of employees to form and join trade unions of their choice and to bargain collectively.
Ensure all workers are paid a wage equal to or exceeding the legal minimum wage and are protected and covered under an insurance scheme for work-related illness and injuries.
Ensure that working hours comply with and employees are compensated with a fair rate as being stipulated in the Employment Acts, and that workers have at least one rest day each week.
Zero tolerance for any type of harassment, intimidation or violence.
Ensure equal opportunities and no discrimination based on ethnic origin, caste, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, race, religion, gender identity, union membership, political affiliation or age.
3. Governance
Conduct business in an honest and ethical manner.
Maintain high level of transparency and accountability.
Committed to free trade and fair competition.
Prohibit any gifts or token of appreciation in monetary or physical form in exchange for benefits or business that may be construed as or associated with corruption, bribery or fraudulent practices.
Respect intellectual property rights including patents, trademarks, copyrights, publications of designs, research & development.
Respect employee privacy, personal and corporate data. Uphold data security and protection.
Prohibit from engaging in money laundering activities or socializing and associating with persons suspected of money laundering.
External provider for services, products and processes shall not enter into a financial or any other relationship with any employee of Century Chemical Works Sdn. Bhd. that could create an actual or potential conflict of interest. All such conflicts must be disclosed, corrected and make known to the management of the company.