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CRITERIA

Exploitation of Labour

Freedom of Association & Collective Bargaining

Safe & Hygienic Working Environment

Accommodation

Child Labour

Living Wages To Be Paid

Working Hours Are Not Excessive

No Discrimination

Regular Employment

No Harsh Or Inhumane Treatment

Continual Improvement

General

 

Co-op Code for Exploitation of Labour

The exploitation of workers is unacceptable.

Co-operative Group (CWS) Limited suppliers shall ensure that the conditions underwhich workers are employed do not deny or demean their basic human rights, freedoms and dignity as defined by local and international laws.

Co-operative Group (CWS) Limited suppliers shall not engage in or support the use of forced labour nor shall workers be required to surrender identity papers or lodge deposits prior to commencing employment other than in circumstances where this is required by law.

Workers should be free to terminate their employment after a reasonable agreed period of notice.

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There are an estimated 250 million children under the age of 14 working around the world;
120 million of them work full time.

  
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