S2 - Workers in the value chain

We support a just transition by requiring decent work in our value chain. For us, this means jobs offering fair wages, voluntary and secure employment, safe working conditions and a work environment where employees have freedom of expression without risk of discrimination or retaliation. We also want to safeguard their freedom of association, regardless of where they are located in the value chain.

Suppliers

We collaborate with a large number of suppliers and the value chains are often complex. Our requirements in respect of our suppliers and sub-suppliers affect employees throughout the value chain and we want to make sure we take responsibility for creating secure and just jobs without forced labor and harassment.

 

Supplier evaluation

Suppliers shall be evaluated for their management of risks relating to human rights and labor rights. Specific priority should be given to suppliers who operate in high-risk countries and high-risk industries, and these are evaluated in our third-party systems. 

In our requirements specification process we carry out risk assessment of suppliers and follow up compliance via both unannounced and arranged supplier visits and audits. 

 



Policies related to value chain workers

NIBE has developed a number of policies and other guiding documents related to social conditions in the value chain. The policies apply to all workers in the value chain.

 

Relevant policies

  • Our values
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Policy for responsible sourcing
  • Human rights policy
  • Policy for sexual exploitation and abuse
  • Stance against modern slavery
  • Conflict minerals policy