Code of behaviour

Bansbach easylift GmbH
Preamble

Bansbach easylift has been developing and producing a wide range of gas springs for more than 50 years. As an internationally operating family business, we enjoy a very good reputation worldwide, which is not only

This is not only due to the high quality of our products and our innovative strength, but also to the way we treat our customers, business partners and employees. We place the highest value on integrity, honesty, ethical and fair behaviour and compliance with applicable laws. We have the same expectations of our business partners and expect them to acknowledge their responsibility with this Code of Conduct.

1. Business ethics
1.1 General information

We respect the laws and regulations of the countries in which we operate and expect the same from our business partners. Bansbach easylift GmbH does not tolerate corruption in any form. This applies in particular to bribery, conflicts of interest, fraud, extortion, embezzlement and illegal commissions.

1.2 Antitrust and competition law

We comply with applicable competition and antitrust laws and regulations. In particular, we do not participate in price and supply agreements or in measures to divide up markets and customers.

2. Human rights and social responsibility
2.1 Child labour and forced labour

Bansbach easylift GmbH recognises the right of every child to be protected from economic exploitation and from activities that could endanger their physical, mental or psychological health, impair their moral or social development or hinder their education or training. Bansbach easylift GmbH does not tolerate child labour or any form of forced labour and demands the same from its business partners.

2.3 Employment contracts, working hours and remuneration

We comply with local laws and regulations with regard to employment contracts and working hours, including overtime and overtime pay. Wages and salaries are paid regularly and comply with applicable and comply with applicable laws and market conditions. Employees have the right to at least one day off every seven days and to national and local public holidays, provided these are generally recognised.

2.4 Discrimination, harassment and diversity

We expect our business partners to provide a working environment in which all employees are treated with respect and dignity and have the same fair development opportunities. Bansbach easylift GmbH does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind from its business partners on the basis of origin, sexual, sexual orientation, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, nationality or other potentially discriminatory factors.

2.5 Consumer interests

We require our products and services to comply with the applicable health and safety regulations. This expectation must be taken into account by our business partners when manufacturing goods or providing services for us.

2.6 Responsible procurement of minerals

The applicable laws and regulations on the disclosure of the use of conflict minerals are complied with. Conflict minerals are minerals from high-risk areas that contribute directly or indirectly to the financing of armed groups that are held at least partially responsible for serious human rights violations. Deliveries to Bansbach easylift GmbH are made in compliance with applicable laws and regulations on the handling of conflict minerals.

3. Environmental protection
3.1 Environmental protection and sustainability

Bansbach easylift GmbH fulfils all legal environmental protection requirements and expects the same from its business partners. Business partners must also have all the necessary operating licences and keep them up to date. and keep them up to date. Bansbach easylift GmbH promotes the development and dissemination of environmentally friendly technologies. Bansbach easylift GmbH is committed to the ongoing reduction of resource requirements and expects the same from its business partners. We also expect the prevention of environmental pollution, noise pollution within acceptable limits and the improvement of product and process-related environmental compatibility throughout the entire value chain. value chain. Chemicals and hazardous materials must be properly labelled and safely stored, recycled, reused or disposed of.or disposed of.

4. Industrial safety
4.1 Workplace

Bansbach easylift GmbH is systematically committed to safe working conditions and expects the same from its business partners. Risks that could lead to accidents or impair the well-being and health of people working for Bansbach easylift GmbH must be minimised. Bansbach easylift GmbH expects compliance with the regulations on occupational safety, building safety, fire protection and first aid applicable at the business partner’s location.

4.2 Building safety and fire protection

Hazardous goods must be stored in accordance with regulations. Emergency exits must be clearly labelled. Exits must be unobstructed and well lit. All employees must be informed about safety precautions such as emergency exits,fire extinguishers, first aid kits, etc. An evacuation plan should be displayed on each floor. should be displayed on each floor.

4.3 Special regulations for external companies and visitors on the Bansbach premises
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For safety reasons, the current Bansbach easylift regulations for external companies and visitors must be observed visitors must be observed during their stay on the Bansbach premises. Accordingly, the visitor undertakes, among other things, to remain on the company premises only with the appropriate visitor’s pass and to comply with all applicable work safety regulations. The work equipment used by the visitor (power tools, ladders, etc.) must comply with the safety standards applicable to their area of activity and be properly maintained and inspected. The necessary personal protective equipment (safety shoes, fall protection, hearing protection, safety goggles, protective gloves, breathing mask, etc.) must be brought along. During all work, production at Bansbach will continue as far as possible. Any safety measures must therefore be taken, warning notices, etc. may be necessary for our employees. These, or a possible production stop, must be coordinated with our responsible employee. The managers and the occupational safety specialists at Bansbach are authorised to issue instructions regarding with regard to the environment and occupational safety. Bansbach easylift is authorised to interrupt work to an appropriate extent in the event of violations of these regulations. Any resulting costs and time delays shall be borne by the contractor/visitor.

Confirmation

Bansbach easylift expects the authorized representative of your company to take note of the Bansbach easylift Code of Conduct for Business Partners and to confirm by signature and company stamp (if available) that they have understood and will comply with the Bansbach easylift Code of Conduct for Business Partners. As the authorized representative of the company, I confirm that the company has taken note of the Bansbach easylift GmbH Code of Conduct for Business Partners and will comply with it.

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