Harris create world class decorating products. We source materials from across the world, and have a strong international customer base - places all rich with their own cultures, languages and customs. To operate successfully in the global marketplace, we believe embracing our corporate social responsibilities (CSR) in every aspect of our business.
Each day, we demonstrate our commitment to social responsibility through our progressive values which guide the way we do business. We recognise that our social, environmental, and ethical conduct has a direct impact on our reputation and consequently we take our corporate social responsibilities very seriously. Harris is committed to advancing our policies and systems to ensure we continually improve all aspects of CSR including good ethical behaviour, concern for employee health and safety, care for the environment, and community involvement. |
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Child Labour - The use of child labour is prohibited. No person shall be employed in a factory that produces or manufactures any Harris product at an age younger than sixteen, or younger than the age for completing compulsory education in the country of manufacture where such age is higher. |
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Working Hours and Compensation - Facilities must comply with all applicable national and local wage and hour laws, including minimum wage laws, or shall be consistent with the prevailing industry wage standards, if higher. Employee benefits shall be provided in accordance with national and local requirements. |
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Discrimination – Facility employees shall be treated with dignity and respect. No employee shall be subject to abuse, cruel or unusual disciplinary practices or discrimination in employment or hiring on the grounds of race, religion, origin, political affiliation, sexual preference, age or gender. |
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Compliance with Applicable Laws - Facilities will comply with the national laws of the country in which they are conducting business, any local laws, regulations or standards applicable to their business and the industry standards which have been established in their location. |
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We define diversity not only by the traditional elements, but more broadly in terms of who we are, how we work, how we live and our different ideologies. For us, diversity is a deeply held value that is based upon respect and an inclusive work environment. As such, Harris is committed towards the development of an increasingly skilled and diverse workforce, which is reflective of our customer base, and the global markets that we serve. |
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Harris is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the preservation of the environment for the benefit of families today and future generations. We will meet our commitment by:
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- Providing a safe work environment for all employees.
- Implementation of a safety, health, and environmental management using best management practices.
- Producing products consistent with our environmental responsibility. Our stewardship includes careful conservation of the natural resources we use in all the areas of the company. We will always look for ways to reduce waste, promote recycling, and increase efficiency of our energy and water use.
- Working with customers, suppliers, local communities, government agencies, and industry. |
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