Pipeworks Modern Slavery Statement
Introduction
At Pipeworks, we are committed to combatting modern slavery and human trafficking in all its
forms. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our ongoing efforts, policies, and practices to ensure that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our operations or supply chains.
Our Business
Pipeworks operates in the software development industry. We recognize the importance of
ethical business practices and strive to uphold human rights across our operations globally.
Our Policies
1. Supplier Code of Conduct: We have established a Supplier Code of Conduct that outlines our expectations regarding human rights, labor practices, and ethical conduct. This includes a prohibition on the use of forced labor, child labor, and any form of human trafficking.
2. Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy
3. Whistleblower Policy
4. Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Policy
5. Due Diligence: We conduct due diligence on all new suppliers to assess their adherence to our Supplier Code of Conduct. This includes reviewing their policies, practices, and compliance with local laws related to labor and human rights.
6. Employee Code of Conduct: Our employees are expected to adhere to a strict Code of Conduct that emphasizes ethical behavior and respect for human rights. This includes reporting any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking.
2. Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy
3. Whistleblower Policy
4. Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Policy
5. Due Diligence: We conduct due diligence on all new suppliers to assess their adherence to our Supplier Code of Conduct. This includes reviewing their policies, practices, and compliance with local laws related to labor and human rights.
6. Employee Code of Conduct: Our employees are expected to adhere to a strict Code of Conduct that emphasizes ethical behavior and respect for human rights. This includes reporting any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking.
Risk Assessment
We will regularly assess the risk of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains. This assessment includes factors such as geographical location, industry sector, and the nature of goods and services provided. Based on these assessments, we will take appropriate steps to mitigate identified risks.
Steps to be Taken
Looking ahead, we are committed to continuously improving our practices to prevent and
address modern slavery. This includes:
-Conduct audits and assessments of potentially high-risk suppliers.
-Implement processes to monitor and address any reported concerns related to modern slavery.
-Engage with industry peers, NGOs, and other stakeholders to share best practices and collaborate on addressing modern slavery challenges.
-Strengthen our due diligence processes for new and existing suppliers.
-Develop training and awareness programs for our employees and suppliers.
-Enhancing transparency and reporting on our efforts to combat modern slavery.
-Conduct audits and assessments of potentially high-risk suppliers.
-Implement processes to monitor and address any reported concerns related to modern slavery.
-Engage with industry peers, NGOs, and other stakeholders to share best practices and collaborate on addressing modern slavery challenges.
-Strengthen our due diligence processes for new and existing suppliers.
-Develop training and awareness programs for our employees and suppliers.
-Enhancing transparency and reporting on our efforts to combat modern slavery.
Conclusion
Pipeworks is dedicated to upholding human rights and preventing modern slavery and human
trafficking within our sphere of influence. We will continue to work diligently to ensure that our
operations and supply chains are free from these egregious practices.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually and will be updated as necessary to
reflect our ongoing commitment and progress in this critical area.
Signed,
Lindsay Gupton
Pipeworks CEO
Signed,
Lindsay Gupton
Pipeworks CEO
