We strive to respect and promote human rights in accordance with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Our aim is to help increase the enjoyment of human rights within the communities in which we operate. Our Human Rights Policy is a cornerstone in these endeavors.
Our policy reflects an in-depth global consultation on the salient human rights risks of the Company, which are the most severe potential impacts associated with our business. Our Human Rights Policy applies to P&P, the entities that we own, the entities in which we hold a majority interest, and the facilities that we manage. It includes the following twelve components:
- Respect for Human Rights
- Community Engagement
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining
- Safe and Healthy Workplace
- Workplace Security
- Forced Labour and Human Trafficking
- Child Labour
- Work Hours, Wages and Benefits
- Land Rights and Water Resources
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Guidance and Reporting for Employees
At P&P, it is every employee’s responsibility to maintain a work environment that reflects respect for human rights and is free from all discrimination and harassment, aligned with our Human Rights Policy.
If any employee believes that someone is violating the Human Rights Policy and/or the law, they are asked to report it immediately to their Line Manager, Business Development Manager, Regional Operations Director or Human Resources.
Respect for Human Rights
Respect for human rights is a fundamental value of P&P. We strive to respect and promote human rights in accordance with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights in our relationships with our employees and suppliers. Our aim is to help increase the enjoyment of human rights within the communities in which we operate. This policy is guided by international human rights principles encompassed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, including those contained within the International Bill of Rights and the International Labour Organisation’s 1998 Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. This policy applies to P&P, the entities that we own, the entities in which we hold a majority interest and the facilities that we manage. The Company also expects suppliers to uphold these principles and urges them to adopt similar policies within their own businesses. We use due diligence as a means to identify and prevent human rights risks to people in our business. Where we have identified adverse human rights impacts resulting from or caused by our business activities, we are committed to provide for or cooperate in, their fair and equitable remediation. We seek to promote access to remediation where we are linked to or involved in those adverse impacts through our relationships with third parties.
Community Engagement
We are committed to engaging with the communities in which we operate in a meaningful and transparent way. Our aim is to build strong and sustainable relationships with these communities based on mutual trust and respect. We seek to understand and respond to the concerns of these communities, and to contribute to their social and economic development.
Diversity and Inclusion
We value and advance the diversity and inclusion of the people with whom we work. We are committed to equal opportunity and are intolerant of discrimination and harassment. We work to maintain workplaces that are free from discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, sex, colour, national or social origin, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, political opinion or any other status protected by applicable law. The basis for recruitment, hiring, placement, development, training, compensation and advancement at the Company is qualifications, performance, skills and experience. We do not tolerate disrespectful or inappropriate behaviour, unfair treatment or retaliation of any kind. Harassment is not tolerated in the workplace and in any work-related circumstance outside the workplace.
Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining
We respect our employees’ right to join, form or not to join a trade union without fear of reprisal, intimidation or harassment. Where employees are represented by a legally recognised union, we are committed to establishing a constructive dialogue with their freely chosen representatives. The Company is committed to bargaining in good faith with such representatives.
Safe and Healthy Workplace
The safety and health of our employees is of paramount importance. Our policy is to provide a safe and healthy workplace and comply with applicable safety and health laws and regulations, as well as internal requirements. We work to provide and maintain a safe, healthy and productive workplace, in consultation with our employees, by addressing and remediating identified risks of accidents, injury and health impacts.
Workplace Security
We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from violence, harassment, intimidation and other unsafe or disruptive conditions due to internal and external threats. Security safeguards for employees are provided, as needed, and are maintained with respect for employee privacy and dignity.
Forced Labour and Human Trafficking
We prohibit the use of all forms of forced labour, including prison labour, indentured labour, bonded labour, military labour, modern forms of slavery and any form of human trafficking.
Child Labour
We prohibit the hiring of individuals that are under 16 years of age for positions in which hazardous work is required.
Work Hours, Wages and Benefits
We compensate employees competitively relative to the industry and local labour market, and in accordance with terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements. We work to ensure full compliance with applicable wage, work hours, overtime and benefits laws.
Land Rights and Water Resources
We respect the land rights of indigenous peoples and local communities. We strive to minimize our impact on water resources and to use water efficiently in our operations.
Healthy Lifestyles
We promote healthy lifestyles among our employees and their families. We provide information and resources to support healthy choices, and we encourage participation in wellness programs.
Guidance and Reporting for Employees
We strive to create workplaces in which open and honest communications among all employees are valued and respected. The Company is committed to comply with applicable labour and employment laws wherever we operate. The Company also ensures employees are aware of the Human Rights Policy through training. Any employee who believes a conflict arises between the language of the policy and the laws, customs and practices of the place where he or she works, or who has questions about this policy or would like to confidentially report a potential violation of this policy, should raise those questions and concerns with their line managers or Human Resources. No reprisal or retaliatory action will be taken against any employee for raising concerns under this policy. The Company will investigate, address and respond to the concerns of employees and will take appropriate corrective action in response to any violation.