Our Policies

Natural Paving Product Ltd., is committed to upholding basic Human Rights and supports in full the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Labour Organisation Core Conventions. We are committed to the following:

1. We will treat all employees fairly and honestly regardless of where they work. All staff will have a written contract of employment, with agreed terms and conditions, including notice periods on both sides. All staff are entitled to reasonable rest breaks, access to toilets, rest facilities and potable water at their place of work, and holiday leave in accordance with the legislation of the country where they work. All employees are provided with appropriate job skills training.

2. We will pay a fair wage reflecting the local markets and conditions. We always meet the national minimum wage and this is a key factor which we take into account when looking at pay and conditions.

3. Working hours shall not be excessive. They shall comply with industry guidelines and national standards where they exist.

4. Employment must be freely chosen. Overtime shall be voluntary. We will not employ illegal child labour, forced or bonded labour or condone illegal child labour, forced or unpaid overtime.

5. Employees have the right to freedom of association. We recognise the right of our staff to join a recognised trade union where this is allowed within national law.

6. We provide a safe working environment for our employees by minimising foreseeable risks in the workplace. All employees receive regular health and safety training. We provide proper governance for health and safety.

7. Natural Paving shall abide by the non-discrimination laws of every country where it operates. It does not discriminate unfairly on any basis.

8. We will not use, or condone the use of corporal punishment, mental or physical coercion or verbal abuse. Natural Paving has disciplinary procedures for any member of staff whose conduct or performance falls below the required standard.

9. We have formal grievance procedures through which staff can raise personal and work-related issues.

10. Natural Paving Products Ltd., has Codes of Ethics that govern relationships with suppliers and contractors. The Code of Ethics is grounded on the main 9 main principles of the Ethical Trading Initiative’s Base Code. Compliance with the Code of Ethics is checked by Senior Management on a regular basis.

11. We ensure that our security arrangements do not infringe Human Rights and are consistent with international standards for law enforcement.

Any employee who suspects infringements of the policy or any of the above has the right to inform us without fear of persecution.

We will investigate any allegations of infringements of the Human Rights Policy, and take appropriate action as necessary. Serious breaches by employees will be considered gross misconduct, and may lead to their summary dismissal.

This policy applies to all Natural Paving Products Ltd employees (whether they are in full time, part time or temporary employment), suppliers and Contractors.