Green Handicraft Factory Scores High Marks in Key Social Compliance Areas!

On November 27, 2024 – Green Handicraft Factory, a subsidiary of Far Eastern Handicraft JSC, has demonstrated significant strengths in its recent amfori BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative) monitoring audit. While the overall rating was a “B”, the factory achieved impressive “A” ratings in several critical areas, showcasing our commitment to ethical and responsible practices.

The audit, conducted by TÜV NORD CERT GmbH, evaluated the factory across 13 key performance areas (PAs). We are particularly proud of the outstanding results in the following areas:

Areas of Excellence: Achieving “A” Ratings

• No Child Labor (PA 8): This top score reflects our unwavering commitment to ensuring that no child labor is involved in our operations.
• Special Protection for Young Workers (PA 9): We prioritize the safety and well-being of young workers, providing them with the necessary protections and support.
• No Precarious Employment (PA 10): We strive to offer stable and secure employment opportunities, ensuring fair working conditions for all our employees.
• No Bonded, Forced Labor or Human Trafficking (PA 11): This “A” rating underscores our zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labor or human trafficking.
• Protection of the Environment (PA 12): We are dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices.
• Ethical Business Behavior (PA 13): Our commitment to integrity and ethical conduct is evident in this top score.
• Fair Remuneration (PA 5): We believe in providing fair wages and benefits to our employees, recognizing their valuable contributions.
• Decent Working Hours (PA 6): We ensure that our employees work reasonable hours and have adequate rest periods, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• No Discrimination, Violence or Harassment (PA 4): We foster a workplace free from discrimination, violence, and harassment, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.

Focusing on Strengths and Continuous Improvement

While we acknowledge the overall “B” rating, we are pleased to highlight these significant achievements. These “A” ratings demonstrate our dedication to upholding high standards in key areas of social compliance. We are committed to building upon these strengths and addressing the areas identified for improvement to further enhance our practices.

The Importance of amfori BSCI

The amfori BSCI audit provides a valuable framework for assessing and improving social performance within our supply chain. We remain committed to transparency and continuous improvement, working towards achieving excellence in all aspects of our operations.

Looking Ahead

We are dedicated to addressing the areas where we can improve and are taking steps to enhance our overall social compliance performance. We value the feedback provided by the amfori BSCI audit and will use it to strengthen our practices and ensure a positive impact on our workers and the environment.