Rationale 3.7

Employment contracts consist of terms and conditions that address aspects of the employment such as the respective responsibilities of employer and employee. They are designed to give both parties clarity, trust, assurance and protection, through clear and understandable explanation of the obligations for both sides. If these agreements are not clearly understood by the employee, confusion and disagreements may result. Contracting employees in a transparent manner increases accountability in the workplace, helping to build a positive relationship between employer and employee. This Criterion focuses on employers committing to, and employees clearly understanding the terms and conditions of, their employment – contributing to transparency and accountability on ASC-certified farms.

Intent – The aquaculture industry contracts on clear terms for all employees, including migrant workers.