Social responsibility

Haldex’s social policy is based on the UN’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the UN Global Compact initiative, the International Labor Organization’s (ILO) basic principles on labor law and the OECD guidelines for multinational companies.

Haldex’s social policy was introduced in the Group during 2006. Work in this area focused on implementing the policy as a part of existing procedures and guidelines. For example, the social policy has been integrated into the company’s purchasing manual.  Implementation efforts are continuing, now with a particular focus on the development and completion of action plans at division and unit levels.  

Haldex in society

We will contribute to improving economic, environmental and social conditions through open dialogue with relevant interest groups in the societies where Haldex operates. 

Human rights

We will support and respect the protection of internationally decreed human rights. 

Child labor

We will see to it that minors are protected in a satisfactory manner and, as a basic principle, refrain from hiring children or supporting child labor unless it occurs in a government-approved training program for young people, e.g. practical work experience.

Freedom of contract

We will ensure that all employees accept positions in the company of their own free will.

Health and safety

We will offer a safe work environment at all our workplaces, and take measures to prevent accidents and occupational injuries by minimizing the risks in the work environment to the greatest possible extent.

Equal opportunity

We will offer all employees equal opportunity, and refrain from discriminating on the basis of ethnic or national origin, religion, caste, handicapped status, gender, age, sexual orientation, union affiliation or membership in any political organization.

Suppliers

We will use appropriate methods to assess and choose suppliers based on their ability to meet the requirements of Haldex’s social policy and other social principles, and document their continued fulfillment of those requirements.

Business ethics

We will apply high standards in terms of business ethics and integrity, and support the efforts of national and international organizations to establish and maintain strict ethical standards for all companies.

Reports of violations

Reports of violations of this Policy may be submitted anonymously and confidentially to Haldex Divisional Human Resources, Group Human Resources or the chairman of the Haldex Audit Committee according to Haldex Whistle-Blowing Policy. There shall be no retaliation or other negative consequences for persons reporting in good faith.