Seiko Group Procurement Guidelines

SEIKO GROUP CORPORATION
Established: November 8, 2022

Table of Contents
Scope of these Guidelines ....................................................................................................5(1) LABOR........................................................................................................................5① Freely Chosen Employment ........................................................................................5② Child Labor and Youth Labor .....................................................................................6③ Working Hours ............................................................................................................6④ Wages and Benefits .....................................................................................................6⑤ Humane Treatment .....................................................................................................7⑥ Non-Discrimination/Non-Harassment .......................................................................7⑦ Freedom of Association ...............................................................................................7⑧ Activities of Diverse Human Resources ......................................................................8(2) HEALTH AND SAFETY...............................................................................................8① Occupational Safety ....................................................................................................8② Emergency Preparedness ............................................................................................9③ Occupational Injury and Illness...................................................................................9④ Industrial Hygiene .......................................................................................................9⑤ Physically Demanding Work .......................................................................................9⑥ Safeguarding Machinery............................................................................................10⑦ Sanitation, Equipment, Food, and Housing ..............................................................10⑧ Health and Safety Communication ...........................................................................10(3) ENVIRONMENT ........................................................................................................10① Environmental Permits and Reporting......................................................................11② Pollution Prevention and Resource Reduction .........................................................11③ Hazardous Substances ...............................................................................................11④ Solid Waste ................................................................................................................11⑤ Air Emissions.............................................................................................................11⑥ Materials Restrictions ................................................................................................11⑦ Water Management ...................................................................................................12⑧ Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions .............................................12⑨ Biodiversity................................................................................................................12(4) ETHICS .......................................................................................................................12① Business Integrity ......................................................................................................12② No Improper Advantage ............................................................................................12③ Disclosure of Information .........................................................................................13④ Intellectual Property ..................................................................................................13⑤ Fair Business, Advertising and Competition .............................................................13

⑥ Whistleblower Protection and Non-retaliation .........................................................13⑦ Responsible Sourcing of Minerals .............................................................................13⑧ Privacy .......................................................................................................................13⑨ Respect for Local Cultures and Customs at Domestic and Overseas Bases andContributing to the Community .........................................................................14(5) QUALITY AND SAFETY ...........................................................................................14① Ensuring Product Safety............................................................................................14② Quality Control .........................................................................................................14③ Provision of Accurate Information on Products and Services ...................................14(6)INFORMATION SECURITY ......................................................................................14① Defense against Cyberattacks....................................................................................14② Prevention of Leakage of Confidential Information..................................................14(7)MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS ........................................................................................15① Company Commitment .............................................................................................15② Management Accountability and Responsibility .......................................................15③ Legal and Client Requirements .................................................................................15④ Risk Assessment and Risk Management....................................................................15⑤ Improvement Objectives ...........................................................................................15⑥ Training.....................................................................................................................16⑦ Communication .........................................................................................................16⑧ Worker Feedback and Participation in Grievance Process .......................................16⑨ Audits and Assessments ............................................................................................16⑩ Corrective Action Process .........................................................................................16⑪ Documentation and Records .....................................................................................16⑫ Supplier Responsibility ..............................................................................................16⑬ Appropriate Import and Export Controls ..................................................................16＜Reference Materials for these Procurement Guidelines＞.................................................18

＜Preamble (Introduction)＞
Based on our corporate philosophy of creating “A future filled with smiles all over the world”
and of being “A company that is trusted by society,” the Seiko Group is committed to fulfilling
its social responsibilities by always taking a customer-oriented approach, providing high-quality
products and services, addressing multiple social issues, contributing to the realization of asustainable society, and constantly seeking to increase our corporate value.
Based on this philosophy, our Group believes that by working with our valued suppliers toaddress environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues throughout the supply chain, we
can build long-term trust relationships and contribute to the realization of a sustainable societythat operates in harmony with local communities.
To this end, we have established the Seiko Group Procurement Guidelines, which cover our
entire supply chain.
We hope that suppliers will understand the purpose of these Guidelines, work on themwithin their own companies, and promote their understanding and dissemination throughout
their own supply chains.
These Guidelines have been formulated based on the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA)
Code of Conduct (ver. 7.0), in consideration of our own business environment and materiality
issues, with reference to a variety of standards.
＜Related Group Purpose, Policies, etc. of Our Company＞
・Group Purpose

https://www.seiko.co.jp/group/purpose_and_philosophy/
・Human Rights Policy

https://www.seiko.co.jp/csr/sustainability_policy/human_rights.html

・Environmental Policy

https://www.seiko.co.jp/csr/environment/management/#title01

・Procurement Policy

https://www.seiko.co.jp/csr/society/supplier/#supplier-title

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Seiko Group Procurement Guidelines
Scope of these Guidelines
These Guidelines apply to all companies and organizations in the supply chain [suppliers ofmaterials, parts, finished products, etc., subcontractors, service providers, human resource
providers (including contractors and temporary personnel agencies), etc., hereinaftercollectively referred to as “suppliers”] that are involved with the individual products andservices of the Seiko Group, regardless of brand.
(1) LABOR
Suppliers are committed to uphold the human rights of workers, and to treat them with dignity
and respect as understood by the international community. This applies to all workers,
including temporary, migrant, student, contract, direct employees, and any other type ofworker.
The recognized standards, as set out in the References, were used in preparing the Code andmay be useful sources of additional information.
The labor standards are:
① Freely Chosen Employment
a. There shall be no forced, bonded (including debt bondage) or indentured labor, involuntaryor exploitative prison labor, slavery, or trafficking of persons. Such activities are strictly
forbidden. This includes transporting, harboring, recruiting, transferring, or receiving
persons by means of threat, force, coercion, abduction, or fraud for labor or services.
b. There shall be no unreasonable restrictions on workers’ freedom of movement in thefacility, nor unreasonable restrictions on entering or exiting company-provided facilities
including, if applicable, workers’ dormitories or living quarters.
c. As part of the hiring process, all workers must be provided with a written employment

agreement in their native language that contains a description of all terms and conditions of
employment.
d. Any foreign migrant worker must receive an employment contract before that worker leaves

his/her country of origin.
e. Once in the receiving country, no substitution or modification of the employment contract

is allowed unless it is modified to meet local laws that result in providing equivalent or
better conditions.
f.

All work must be voluntary, and workers shall be free to leave work at any time or terminate
their employment without penalty if reasonable notice is given as per worker’s contract.

g. Employers, agents, and sub-agents may not hold or otherwise destroy, conceal, or

confiscate identity or immigration documents, such as government-issued identification,5

passports, or work permits. Employers can only hold documentation if such holdings are
required by law. At no time should workers be denied access to their documents.
h. Workers shall not be required to pay employers’ agents or sub-agents’ recruitment fees orother related fees for their employment. If any such fees are found to have been paid byworkers, such fees shall be repaid to the worker.
②

Child Labor and Youth Labor

a. Child labor is not to be used. The term “child” refers to any person under the age of 15, orunder the age for completing compulsory education, or under the local minimum legal age
for employment, whichever is greatest. Suppliers shall implement an appropriate
mechanism to verify the age of workers. We support the use of legitimate workplacelearning programs that comply with all laws and regulations.
b. Workers under the age of 18 (Young Workers) shall not perform work that is likely tojeopardize their health or safety, including working night shifts and overtime.
c. Responsible management of student workers shall be carried out through proper

maintenance of student records, rigorous due diligence of educational partners, andprotection of students’ rights in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
d. Suppliers shall provide appropriate support and training to all student workers.
e. In the absence of local law, the wage rate for student workers, interns, and apprentices shallbe at least the same wage rate as for other entry-level workers performing equal or similartasks.
f.

If child labor is identified, assistance/remediation will be provided.

③

Working Hours

a. Working hours are not to exceed the maximum set by local law.
b. Workweeks should not exceed 60 hours per week, including overtime, except in emergency

or unusual situations.
c. Overtime must not be forced or considered mandatory.
d. Workers shall be allowed at least one day off every seven days.
Note： Studies of business practices clearly link worker strain to reduced productivity,

increased turnover, and increased injury and illness.
④

Wages and Benefits

a. Compensation paid to workers shall comply with all applicable wage laws, including thoserelating to minimum wages, overtime hours, and legally mandated benefits.
b. In compliance with local laws, workers shall be compensated for overtime at pay rates

greater than regular hourly rates.
c. Deductions from wages as a disciplinary measure shall not be permitted.

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d. For each pay period, workers shall be provided with a timely and understandable wage

statement that includes sufficient information to verify accurate compensation for work
performed.
e. All use of temporary, dispatch, and outsourced labor will be within the limits of the locallaw.
⑤ Humane Treatment
a. There is to be no harsh or inhumane treatment including violence, corporal punishment,

gender-based harassment, sexual abuse, mental or physical coercion, bullying of any kind,public shaming, or verbal abuse of workers; nor is there to be the threat of any suchtreatment. All of these conditions shall apply equally to communication via digital media.
b. Disciplinary policies and procedures in support of these requirements shall be clearly

defined and communicated to workers.
⑥ Non-Discrimination/Non-Harassmenta. Suppliers should be committed to a workplace free of harassment and unlawful

discrimination.
b. Companies shall not engage in any form of discrimination or harassment based on race,color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national
origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, covered
veteran status, protected genetic information or marital status in hiring and employment
practices such as wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training.
c. Companies shall make reasonable accommodations to support workers’ religious practices.
d. In addition, workers or potential workers should not be subjected to medical tests, including

pregnancy or virginity tests, or other physical exams that could be used in a discriminatory
way.
Note:

This was drafted in consideration of ILO Discrimination (Employment andOccupation) Convention (No.111).

⑦ Freedom of Associationa. In conformance with local law, suppliers shall respect the right of all workers to form andjoin trade unions of their own choosing, to bargain collectively, and to engage in peacefulassembly, as well as respect the right of workers to refrain from such activities.
b. Workers and/or their representatives shall be able to openly communicate and share ideas

and concerns with management regarding working conditions and management practices
without fear of discrimination, reprisal, intimidation, or harassment.

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⑧ Activities of Diverse Human Resources
a. Companies shall provide equal opportunities for skills development and career developmentwith respect for the personalities and individuality of workers so that all workers candemonstrate their abilities.
(2) HEALTH AND SAFETY
Suppliers must recognize that, in addition to minimizing the incidence of work-related injury
and illness, a safe and healthy work environment enhances the quality of products and services,consistency of production, and worker retention and morale. Suppliers should also recognizethat ongoing worker input and education are essential to identifying and solving health andsafety issues in the workplace.
Note: Global-standard management systems such as ISO 45001 and the ILO Guidelines on
Occupational Safety and Health were used as references in preparing the Code and may be
useful sources of additional information.
The health and safety standards are:① Occupational Safety
a. Worker potential for exposure to health and safety hazards (from chemical, electrical, andother energy sources, fire, vehicles, falling hazards, etc.) are to be identified and assessed,
mitigated using the Hierarchy of Controls, which includes eliminating the hazard,
substituting processes or materials, controlling through proper design, implementing
engineering and administrative controls, preventative maintenance and safe work
procedures (including lockout/tagout), and providing ongoing occupational health andsafety training.
Note：The Hierarchy of Controls is a step-by-step approach in which the countermeasuresagainst risks are ranked, from most effective to least effective. In general, the mosteffective is the removal of the source of risk. Then, in declining order, are substitutionof process and material, physical control through appropriate design and equipment,
education, and wearing of personal protective equipment.
b. Where hazards cannot be adequately controlled by these means, workers are to be provided

with appropriate, well-maintained, personal protective equipment, and educational
materials about all relevant risks associated with these hazards.
c. Reasonable steps must also be taken to remove pregnant women and nursing mothers fromhazardous working conditions, remove or reduce any workplace health and safety risks tosuch workers, including those associated with their specific work assignments, and provide
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② Emergency Preparedness
a. Potential emergency situations of all kinds are to be identified and assessed, and theirimpact minimized by implementing emergency action plans and response procedures
including emergency reporting, employee notification and evacuation procedures, worker
training, and drills.
b. Emergency drills must be executed at least annually or more often if required by local law.
c. Emergency plans should also include appropriate fire detection and suppression equipment,

the maintenance of clear and unobstructed egress, adequate exit facilities, contact
information for emergency responders, and effective recovery plans.
d. Such plans and procedures shall focus on minimizing harm to human life, the environment,

and property.
③ Occupational Injury and Illness
a. Companies shall have in place procedures and systems to prevent, manage, track, andreport occupational injury and illness, including provisions to encourage worker reporting,classify and record cases of injury and illness, provide necessary medical treatment,
investigate cases so as to implement corrective actions to eliminate their causes, andfacilitate the return of workers to work.
④ Industrial Hygienea. Worker exposure to chemical, biological, and physical agents is to be identified, evaluated,and controlled according to the Hierarchy of Controls. If any potential hazards are
identified, companies shall look for opportunities to eliminate and/or reduce the potential
hazards.
b. If elimination or reduction of the hazards is not feasible, potential hazards are to becontrolled through proper design, engineering, and administrative controls.
c. When hazards cannot be adequately controlled by such means, workers are to be provided

with and and encouraged to use appropriate, well-maintained, personal protective
equipment free of charge.
d. Protective programs shall be ongoing and include educational materials about the risks

associated with these hazards.
⑤ Physically Demanding Worka. Companies shall identify, evaluate, and control worker exposure to hazards related tophysically demanding tasks, including manual handling of materials, heavy or repetitive
lifting, prolonged standing, and highly repetitive or forceful assembly tasks.

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⑥ Safeguarding Machinerya. Production and other machinery shall be regularly evaluated for safety hazards.
b. Physical guards, interlocks, and barriers are to be provided and properly maintained wheremachinery presents an injury hazard to workers.
⑦ Sanitation, Equipment, Food, and Housing
a. Workers are to be provided with ready access to clean toilet facilities, potable water, andsanitary food preparation, storage, and eating facilities.
b. Dormitories provided to workers shall be maintained in a clean and safe manner andprovided with appropriate emergency exits, bathing and showering facilities, adequate
lighting, temperature, and ventilation, secure individual facilities for the storage of personal
possessions and valuables, and a reasonable amount of private space that is freely
accessible. When a worker uses a dormitory provided by a recruitment agency, said
recruitment agency shall comply with all of the above.
⑧ Health and Safety Communicationa. Suppliers shall provide workers with appropriate workplace health and safety information as

well as relevant training (all in the worker’s own language or in a language the worker canunderstand) for all identified workplace hazards that workers are exposed to, including but
not limited to mechanical, electrical, chemical, fire, and physical hazards.
b. Health- and safety-related information shall be clearly posted in the facilities where workers

perform their work or placed in a clearly defined location that is easily accessible by all
workers.
c. Appropriate training shall be provided to all workers prior to the beginning of work andregularly thereafter.
d. Workers shall be encouraged to raise any health and safety concerns without fear of
retaliation.
(3) ENVIRONMENT
Suppliers recognize that environmental responsibility is integral to producing world-classproducts. Suppliers shall identify current and future environmental impacts and minimize theiradverse effects on the community, local environment, and natural resources within and aroundtheir business operations. All of this must be done with a sense of responsibility forsafeguarding the health and safety of the public.
Note: Global-standard management systems such as ISO 14001 and the Eco Management andAudit System (EMAS) were used as references in preparing the Code and may be a usefulsource of additional information.

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The environmental standards are:① Environmental Permits and Reportinga. All required environmental permits (e.g. discharge monitoring), approvals, andregistrations are to be obtained, maintained, and kept current and their operational andreporting requirements are to be followed.
② Pollution Prevention and Resource Reduction
a. Emissions and discharges of pollutants and generation of waste are to be minimized oreliminated at the source or by practices such as adding pollution control equipment;
modifying production, maintenance, and facility processes; or by other means.
b. The use of natural resources, including water, fossil fuels, minerals, and virgin forest

products, is to be conserved by practices such as modifying production, maintenance andfacility processes, materials substitution, re-use, recycling, or other means.
③ Hazardous Substances
a. Chemicals, waste, and other materials posing a hazard to humans or the environment are tobe identified, labeled, and managed so as to ensure their safe handling, movement, storage,use, recycling or reuse, and disposal.
④

Solid Waste

a. Suppliers shall implement a systematic approach to identify, manage, reduce, andresponsibly dispose of or recycle non-hazardous solid waste.
⑤ Air Emissions
a. Air emissions of volatile organic chemicals, aerosols, corrosives, particulates, ozone

depleting substances, and combustion byproducts generated from operations are to be
identified, routinely monitored, controlled, and treated as required prior to discharge.
b. Ozone-depleting substances are to be effectively managed in accordance with the Montreal

Protocol and applicable regulations.
c. Suppliers shall conduct routine monitoring of the performance of their air emission control

systems.
⑥ Materials Restrictions
a. Suppliers shall comply with all applicable laws and client requirements with regard toprohibitions or restrictions on specific substances used in products or manufacturing
processes, including labeling for recycling and waste.

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⑦ Water Managementa. Suppliers shall implement a water management program that identifies, documents, andmonitors water sources, usage, and discharge; seeks opportunities to conserve water; andcontrols channels of contamination.
b. All wastewater is to be identified, monitored, controlled, and treated as required prior todischarge or disposal.
c. Suppliers shall conduct routine monitoring of the performance of their wastewater

treatment and containment systems to ensure optimal performance and regulatorycompliance.
⑧ Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
a. Suppliers are to establish a corporate-wide greenhouse gas reduction goal. Energy

consumption and all relevant Scopes 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions are to be tracked,
documented, and publicly reported, showing progress towards achieving the firm’s
greenhouse gas reduction goal.
b. Suppliers are to look for methods to improve energy efficiency and to minimize their energy

consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
⑨ Biodiversity
a. The future realization of coexistence with nature will be achieved in part through theconservation of ecosystems and natural capital.
(4) ETHICS
To meet social responsibilities and to achieve success in the marketplace, Suppliers and theiragents must uphold the highest standards of ethics, including:① Business Integritya. The highest standards of integrity are to be upheld in all business interactions.
b. Suppliers shall have a zero-tolerance policy regarding all forms of bribery, corruption,

extortion, and embezzlement.
② No Improper Advantage
a. Bribes or other means of obtaining undue or improper advantage are not to be promised,offered, authorized, given, or accepted. This prohibition covers promising, offering,authorizing, giving or accepting anything of value, either directly or indirectly through athird party, in order to obtain or retain business, direct business to any person, or otherwise
gain an improper advantage.
b. Monitoring, record keeping, and enforcement procedures shall be implemented to ensurecompliance with anti-corruption laws.
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③ Disclosure of Informationa. All business dealings should be transparently performed and accurately reflected on the

Supplier’s account books and records.
b. Information regarding Supplier’s labor, health and safety, and environmental practices;business activities; structure; financial situation; and performance is to be disclosed inaccordance with applicable regulations and prevailing industry practices.
c. Falsification of records or misrepresentation of conditions or practices in the supply chain

will not be tolerated.
④ Intellectual Property
a. Supplier will respect intellectual property rights, and handle transfers of technology andknow-how in a manner that protects intellectual property rights and protects customer andsupplier information.
⑤ Fair Business, Advertising and Competitiona. Standards of fair business, advertising, and competition must be upheld.

⑥ Whistleblower Protection and Non-retaliation
a. Unless prohibited by law, Supplier will maintain programs that ensure the confidentiality,

anonymity, and protection of both Supplier and employee whistleblowers1.
b. Suppliers should maintain a safe communication process that allows their personnel to raise

concerns without fear of retaliation.
1

Whistleblower: Any person who makes a disclosure about improper conduct by an employee

or officer of a company, or by a public official or official body.
⑦ Responsible Sourcing of Mineralsa. Suppliers shall adopt a policy and exercise due diligence on the source and chain of custodyof the tantalum, tin, tungsten, and gold in the products they manufacture to reasonably
assure that they are sourced in a way consistent with the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals
from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas or an equivalent and recognized due diligenceframework.
⑧ Privacya. Suppliers are to commit to protecting the reasonable privacy expectations of personal

information of everyone they do business with, including suppliers, customers, consumers,
and employees.
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b. Suppliers are to comply with privacy and information security laws and regulatory

requirements when personal information is collected, stored, processed, transmitted, orshared.
⑨ Respect for Local Cultures and Customs at Domestic and Overseas Bases and Contributing to
the Community
a. We expect all Supplier companies to respect the cultures and customs of local communities

at their bases in Japan and overseas and to develop social contribution activities to revitalize
their local communities.
(5) QUALITY AND SAFETY
Suppliers must ensure the safety and quality of the products and services that they provide andalso provide accurate information that discloses this.
① Ensuring Product Safety
a. Suppliers must fulfill their responsibilities by designing, manufacturing, and selling

products that meet the safety standards set by laws and regulations in each country and by
ensuring sufficient product safety.
② Quality Control
a. Suppliers must comply not only with all applicable laws and regulations regarding thequality of products and services, but also with their own quality standards and clients’requirements.
③ Provision of Accurate Information on Products and Services
a. Suppliers must provide accurate and non-misleading information regarding their products

and services.
(6) INFORMATION SECURITY
Suppliers must prevent the leakage of confidential and personal information and regularly
strengthen information security.
① Defense against Cyberattacks
a. Suppliers must take measures to protect themselves and others from threats such as
cyberattacks.
② Prevention of Leakage of Confidential Informationa. Suppliers must appropriately manage and protect their own confidential information as well as
confidential information received from customers and third parties.

14(7) MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Suppliers shall adopt or establish a management system with a scope that is consistent with thecontent and spirit of this Code. The management system shall be designed to ensure:(a) compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and client requirements related to the
Supplier’s operations and products;(b) conformance with this Code; and(c) identification and mitigation of operational risks related to this Code.
It should also facilitate continual improvement in all aspects pertaining to this Code.
The management system should contain the following elements:① Company Commitmenta. Corporate social and environmental responsibility policy statements affirming Supplier’s

commitment to compliance and continual improvement, endorsed by executive
management, and prominently posted on the Supplier’s premises in the local language.
② Management Accountability and Responsibility
a. The Supplier clearly identifies senior executive and company representative(s) responsible

for ensuring implementation of the management systems and associated programs.
b. Senior management reviews the status of the management systems on a regular basis.

③ Legal and Client Requirementsa. A process to identify, monitor, and understand applicable laws, regulations, and otherrequirements, including the requirements of this Code.
④ Risk Assessment and Risk Management
a. A process to identify the legal, compliance, environmental, health and safety,2 and labor

practice and ethics risks associated with Supplier’s operations.
b. Determination of the relative significance for each risk and implementation of appropriate

procedural and physical controls to control the identified risks and ensure regulatorycompliance.
2

Areas to be included in a risk assessment for environmental health and safety are production

areas, warehouse and storage facilities, plant/other facilities support equipment, laboratories
and test areas, sanitation facilities (bathrooms), kitchen/cafeteria, and worker
housing/dormitories.
⑤ Improvement Objectives
a. Written performance objectives, targets, and implementation plans to improve the15Supplier’s social, environmental, and health and safety performance, including a periodic
assessment of Supplier’s performance in achieving those objectives.
⑥ Training
a. Programs for training managers and workers to implement Supplier’s policies, procedures,and improvement objectives and to meet applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
⑦ Communication
a. A process for communicating clear and accurate information about Supplier’s policies,

practices, expectations, and performance to workers, suppliers, and customers.
⑧ Worker Feedback and Participation in Grievance Process
a. Ongoing processes, including an effective grievance mechanism, to assess workers’

awareness of and obtain feedback about violations of practices and conditions covered bythis Code, and to foster continuous improvement.
b. Workers must be given a safe environment to provide grievances and feedback without fearof reprisal or retaliation.
⑨ Audits and Assessments
a. Periodic self-evaluations to ensure conformity to legal and regulatory requirements, thecontent of the Code, and customer contractual requirements related to social andenvironmental responsibility.
⑩ Corrective Action Process
a. A process for timely correction of deficiencies identified by internal or external

assessments, inspections, investigations, and reviews.
⑪ Documentation and Records
a. Creation and maintenance of documents and records to ensure regulatory compliance andconformity to company requirements along with appropriate confidentiality to protect
privacy.
⑫ Supplier Responsibility
a. A process to communicate Code requirements to suppliers and to monitor suppliercompliance.
⑬ Appropriate Import and Export Controlsa. It is necessary for suppliers to establish a clear control system for the import and export oftechnologies and goods regulated by laws and regulations, and to conduct appropriate
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＜Reference Materials for these Procurement Guidelines＞• Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Code of Conduct (ver. 7.0)
• “Responsible Business Conduct Guidelines” (ver. 1.0), Japan Electronics and Information
Technology Industries Association (JEITA)• ILODeclarationon

Fundamental

Principles

andRightsat

Work

SystemGuidelines

https://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/---ed_norm/--declaration/documents/normativeinstrument/wcms_716594.pdf• ILO

Occupational

Healthand

SafetyManagement

https://www.ilo.org/safework/info/standards-and-instruments/WCMS_107727/lang-en/index.htm• GuidingPrinciples

on

Business

and

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Rightshttps://www.ohchr.org/sites/default/files/documents/publications/guidingprinciplesbusines
shr_en.pdf• ILO Discrimination (Employment and Occupation) Convention
https://www.ilo.org/dyn/normlex/en/f?p=NORMLEXPUB:12100:0::NO::P12100_ILO_C
ODE:C111• ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems)
https://www.iso.org/iso-45001-occupational-health-and-safety.html• ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System)
https://www.iso.org/isoiec-27001-information-security.html• OHSAS 18001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System)
http://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/ohsas-18001-occupational-health-and-safety/＜Reference Materials for Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Code of Conduct (ver. 7.0)＞• Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
https://www.sec.gov/spotlight/dodd-frank.shtml• Eco Management & Audit System
http://ec.europa.eu/environment/emas/index_en.htm• Ethical Trading Initiative
www.ethicaltrade.org/• ILO Code of Practice in Safety and Healthwww.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cops/english/download/e000013.pdf• ILO International Labor Standards
www.ilo.org/public/english/standards/norm/whatare/fundam/index.htm• ISO 14001 (environmental management system)
https://www.iso.org/iso-14001-environmental-management.html• National Fire Protection Associationwww.nfpa.org• OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict18

Affected and High-Risk Areas
https://www.oecd.org/corporate/mne/mining.htm• OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises
https://www.oecd.org/corporate/mne/• Universal Declaration of Human Rights
https://www.un.org/en/universal-declaration-human-rights/• United Nations Convention Against Corruption
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www.sa-intl.org

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