Supplier Code of Conduct Training

Supplier Code of Conduct training is one of the essential measures organizations can take to communicate and reinforce high standards of business ethics and integrity, and reduce the compliance, financial and reputational risks associated with suppliers and third parties.

A Supplier Code of Conduct establishes a set of legal and ethical guidelines for supply chain vendors to follow. An effective Code should clearly explain applicable laws and regulations and set standards of behavior for all aspects of suppliers’ business operations.

This course explains the standards and expectations with regard to labor, ethics, health and safety and the environment so that suppliers can meet their contractual obligations with their business partners.

Our modern, interactive approach to compliance training combines up-to-date content and effective Learning strategies and technology to raise awareness, motivate positive behavior and foster respectful, inclusive workplaces.

Supplier Code of Conduct Training covers these topics and more:

Introduction

International framework
Management System
Implementation and Compliance
Monitoring

Legal Compliance

Ensuring awareness of, and compliance with, relevant legal requirements
Suppliers must stay up to date, and comply with, national and regional legislation
Suppliers must be aware of whether any domestic regulation or its enforcement conflicts with international human rights standards

Verifying Legal Compliance

Checkpoints may include

Health and safety
Human rights
Labor rights
Working conditions
Environment
Taxes
Anti-corruption practices
Anti-money laundering practices, TBML, CBML
Customs and export control
Data privacy

Health and Safety

What percentage of Harm would you allow?
Safe and healthy working environment and take all feasible steps to prevent incidents and injuries
Adequate, risk-based health and safety approach, including, for example, providing relevant instructions and training that is understandable to all employees
Right to refuse a work situation if they reasonably believe that it presents an imminent and serious risk to their health and safety

Verifying Health and Safety Compliance

Checkpoints may include

Functioning fire alarms, adequate firefighting equipment, clearly marked and accessible evacuation routes, and emergency exits are maintained based on the size of the facility
Fire and evacuation drills are carried out regularly
Emergency plans and response procedures are implemented
Relevant first aid kits are easily accessible, and employees are trained in first aid
Employees do not work under the influence of drugs or alcohol
The work premises are clean, well lit, adequately ventilated and kept at acceptable temperatures and noise levels
Free access to clean drinking water, clean areas to eat meals, hygienic toilets and, where applicable, showers are provided.