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EIGHT PRINCIPLES
OF THE SIZA ETHICAL STANDARD

COMMITMENT TO IMPLEMENTING
1
ETHICAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
The employer must clearly state what its policy on fair labour practices in
the workplace is. The policy must include the employer's commitment to
2 NO FORCED AND BONDED LABOUR
implement and support fair labour practices and must comply with the The employer must ensure that no form of forced or bonded labour is
requirements of the SIZA Ethical Standard. present within the business. All people shall be free to choose their
employment and terminate employment if they want to. No employee
shall be required to pay deposits in order to secure work, and the

NO CHILD LABOUR 3 business can only keep copies of identification documents.

The employer must not employ children below the age of 15 years,
FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION &
and must take all necessary steps to prevent children from being
directly or indirectly employed. If child labour is found in the
workplace, the employer must immediately take steps to deal with
4 COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
the situation taking into account the best interests of the child. Where The employer must recognize and respect the right of employees to join
young workers (aged 15, 16 and 17) are employed, the employer must or form organizations (such as trade unions) or bodies that represent
ensure that their working conditions comply with legal requirements. their interests, and to bargain collectively. The employer must not interfere
with, discriminate against, or be prejudiced against employees or their
representatives.
NO DISCRIMINATION,
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HARASSMENT & ABUSE

Y

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HEALTH & SAFETY

MY

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The employer must take reasonable steps to ensure that the
workplace is free from all types of discrimination, and that adequate The employer must ensure that the workplace environment and facilities
systems are in place to provide protection for employees who might (including employee accommodation) are safe and hygienic and must take
experience any form of discrimination, harassment or abuse. Every reasonable steps to prevent accidents and injuries in the workplace.
employee shall enjoy their human rights, fair and just treatment in the
workplace, and have access to equal opportunities.

WORKING HOURS
WAGES, BENEFITS & TERMS
7 8 The employer must ensure that working hours comply with the law and
OF EMPLOYMENT must have systems in place that monitor and keep accurate records
of hours worked by each employee.
The employer must ensure that employees receive a fair wage and
benefits which comply with at least the minimum legal requirements.
There must be a formal contract of employment between the
employer and each employee, and the conditions of employment must
comply with the law.

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Contact information:
SIZA Helpline - 086 1111 568 - Email: info@siza.co.za

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