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Our Main Criteria
Itemized Criteria
1. Fair and Safe Working Conditions
1.1 Compliance with National Labor Laws
Producers must follow all relevant Cambodian labor laws, including working hours, contracts, and benefits.
1.2 Healthy and Hazard-Free Workplaces
Work environments must be clean, ventilated, and free from physical, chemical, or emotional harm.
1.3 Reasonable Working Hours and Rest
Working hours must be humane, with required rest days and no excessive overtime.
1.4 Access to Clean Water and Sanitation
Workers must have access to clean drinking water, hygienic toilets, and basic health facilities.
1.5 Emergency Protocols and Safety Equipment
Producers must provide emergency exits, first aid supplies, and proper training for safety procedures.
2. Fair Wages and Worker Rights
2.1 Living Wage Compliance
All workers must be paid a wage that meets or exceeds the local living wage standard.
2.2 Timely and Transparent Payment
Wages must be paid on time, with clear records and no illegal deductions.
2.3 Paid Leave and Legal Benefits
Workers are entitled to paid holidays, sick leave, maternity leave, and other lawful benefits.
2.4 Clear Employment Terms
Contracts must be clear, fair, and written in a language workers understand.
2.5 Right to Organize
Workers must have the right to form or join unions and engage in collective bargaining without fear.
3. Environmental Responsibility
3.1 Waste and Pollution Management
Waste must be safely disposed of, and steps must be taken to minimize pollution.
3.2 Resource Efficiency
Businesses must use energy and water responsibly and strive to reduce overuse.
3.3 Ban on Hazardous Chemicals
Use of banned or harmful chemicals is strictly prohibited in production.
3.4 Ecosystem Protection
Operations should avoid deforestation, water contamination, and harm to local biodiversity.
3.5 Climate and Emissions Awareness
Producers are encouraged to reduce carbon emissions and adopt eco-friendly practices where possible.
4. Zero Exploitation and Equal Opportunity
4.1 No Child or Forced Labor
No worker should be employed under coercion, and no child under legal working age is permitted.
4.2 Non-Discrimination
Hiring, pay, and promotion must be free from bias based on gender, ethnicity, religion, or background.
4.3 Gender Equality
Women must be treated equally in pay, roles, and opportunities for leadership.
4.4 Protection for Vulnerable Workers
Migrant, informal, or disabled workers must be protected from exploitation and given equal rights.
4.5 Safe Grievance Channels
Producers must provide a secure and confidential way for workers to report concerns or violations.
5. Transparent, Ethical, and Inclusive Governance
5.1 Clear Structure and Responsibility
Roles and responsibilities must be defined, with leadership accountable to fair business practices.
5.2 Open Financial Records
Businesses must keep honest, auditable financial records and avoid corruption or fraud.
5.3 Ethical Conduct and Anti-Corruption
All staff must act with integrity, avoiding bribery, abuse of power, or unethical business behavior.
5.4 Community Engagement
Businesses should contribute to local development and maintain respectful relationships with the communities they operate in.
5.5 Stakeholder Feedback and Inclusion
Workers and partners should be able to share feedback and be involved in meaningful decisions that affect them.
Working Towards Common Goals