Indicators 3.2

The UoC shall not engage in, or support, forced labour6868If forced labour is identified, a critical non-conformity shall be raised by the CAB..

Indicator applicability: Every UoC where forced labour has been identified

If forced labour is identified, the UoC shall implement remediation processes that prioritise the best interest of the person, following the method outlined in Appendix 10.

The UoC shall ensure that original identity documents are not retained, including by any recruitment agencies used. If a storage option for identity documents is provided, the UoC shall ensure that:

The UoC shall ensure that employees, whether employed directly or through a recruitment agency, are allowed to terminate their employment according to their employment terms and conditions.

The UoC shall ensure that employees, whether employed directly or through a recruitment agency, do not have any part of their salary, property, or benefits unlawfully withheld.

The UoC shall ensure that employees, whether employed directly or through a recruitment agency, are not charged any fees associated with recruitment, employment or travel and repatriation.

The UoC shall not engage in prison labour, including where any recruitment agencies are used.

The UoC shall allow employees to move around the workplace to freely access sanitary facilities and drinking water during their shift. 

Indicator applicability: Every UoC that has a site that is not easily accessible

The UoC shall offer free-of-charge and safe transportation for employees to leave the site when it is not easily accessible.

Indicator applicability: Every UoC that operates a store or service

The UoC shall not require employees to purchase from employer-operated stores or services as a condition of employment. Where alternative stores or services are not available due to the remote location, the UoC shall ensure that goods and services are sold at fair prices.