Social & Ethical Responsibility
At Strauss Brands, we are deeply committed to Social and Ethical Responsibility. Our dedication to transparency is reflected in our approach to sharing our actual Policies and Procedures, which we are rigorously audited against. We believe that our customers and partners deserve to understand the principles and standards that guide our operations. By openly providing access to our policies, we aim to foster trust and demonstrate our unwavering commitment to ethical practices in every aspect of our business.
Human Rights & Social Responsibility
Strauss Brands is committed to conducting business with integrity, respecting the dignity and rights of all individuals who interact with our operations, products, and services. This policy outlines our commitment to upholding human rights in accordance with international standards and practices, reflecting our dedication to ethical conduct and corporate social responsibility.
Freedom of Association and Worker Representation
Strauss Brands is committed to uphold the Universal Core Labour Standards with a particular focus on Freedom of Association (FOA) and the right to collective bargaining as fundamental rights of our employees. Strauss Brands recognizes and respects the rights of all employees to form, join, or not to join a trade union for the protection of their interests and to engage in collective bargaining. Strauss Brands is committed to providing an environment in which these rights can be exercised without fear of discrimination or retaliation.
Safe and Hygienic Working Conditions
Strauss Brands is committed to ensuring that all working conditions are safe, hygienic and conducive to the well-being of our employees. This policy underlines our dedication to creating a workplace that not only meets but exceeds health and safety standards as mandated by law and good practice.
Policy on the Prohibition of Child Labor
This policy underscores Strauss Brands’ unwavering commitment to the elimination of Child Labor in all our operations and supply chains. It is designed to protect the rights of children and ensure compliance with national and international child labor laws and standards.
Policy on Living Wages
This policy establishes Strauss Brands’ commitment to compensating all employees with wages that meet or exceed the standard of a living wage. It recognizes the importance of fair wages to support the basic needs of our employees and their families, contributing to a sustainable workforce and community.
Regulation of Working Hours
To ensure that the working hours of all employees at Strauss Brands comply with national laws, industry standards, and the provisions of the Ethical Trading Initiative Base Code, thereby guaranteeing that working hours are not excessive and do not lead to exploitation.
Dignity & Respect in the Workplace
To articulate Strauss Brands’ commitment to creating and maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination and to ensure that all employment-related decisions are based on relevant merits and qualifications.
Ensuring Regular Employment
To formalize the commitment of Strauss Brands to providing regular employment as a fundamental principle of the labor practices within the company, ensuring job security and stability for its workforce.
Prohibition of Harsh and Inhumane Treatment
The purpose of this policy is to reinforce Strauss Brands’ commitment to treating all employees with dignity and respect, and to explicitly prohibit any form of harsh or inhumane treatment within any part of the company or its operations.
Business Ethics & Integrity
Strauss Brands is steadfast in our commitment to the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in our business activities both in the United States and internationally. This policy outlines our stance on deterring and preventing bribery and corruption across all facets of our operations.