Competitive, Resilient & Sustainable Sector
A sustainable, competitive and resilient palm oil sector ensures long-term viability of the entire supply chain and shared benefits for both private sector as well as the livelihoods of communities where oil palm is grown.
An effective planning and management system addresses economic viability, environmental and social compliance and risk, establishes procedures and systems for ensuring conformance to the RSPO P&C, and supports continuous improvement toward sustainable palm oil.
Principle 1
Behave Ethically & Transparently
Drive ethical business behaviour, build trust and transparency with stakeholders to ensure strong and healthy relationships.
1.1 Criteria
The Unit of Certification provides adequate information via a transparent process to relevant stakeholders on environmental, social and legal issues relevant to RSPO Principles & Criteria, in appropriate languages and forms to allow for effective participation in decision-making.
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1.2 Criteria
The Unit of Certification shall commit to ethical conduct in all business operations and transactions.
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1.2.1(applies to)
A policy committing to a code of ethical conduct in all business operations and transactions shall be developed and communicated to all levels of the workforce and operations.
The policy should include, as a minimum:
(a) A respect for fair conduct of business; (b) A prohibition of all forms of corruption, bribery and fraudulent use of funds and resources; and (C) A proper disclosure of information in accordance with applicable regulations and accepted industry practices.
*For National Interpretation: National Interpretation will determine national regulations relating to anti-corruption
1.2.2(applies to)
A procedure in managing (any potential) ethical misconduct shall be developed and implemented. Evidence shall be made available that workers have been made aware of the code of ethical conduct.
Principle 2
Operate Legally & Respect Human Rights
Ensuring compliance and upholding human rights: our commitment to legal operations and responsible practices in the oil palm industry.
2.1 Criteria
There is compliance with all applicable local, national, and ratified international laws and regulations.
*National Interpretation will determine:
(a) all relevant legislation, including but is not limited to: regulations governing land tenure and land-use rights, customary law, labour, agricultural practices (e.g. chemical use), environment (e.g. wildlife laws, pollution), storage, transportation and processing practices.
(b) country's obligations under international laws or conventions [e.g. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), ILO Core Conventions, etc.]
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2.2 Criteria
The Unit of Certification shall commit to ethical conduct in all business operations and transactions.
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2.2.1(applies to)
A list of contracted parties is maintained.
2.2.2(applies to)
All contracts, including those for FFB supply, contain specific clauses on meeting applicable legal requirements. This can be demonstrated by the third party.
2.2.3(applies to)
All contracts, including those for FFB supply, contain clauses disallowing child, forced and trafficked labour, and the payment of recruitment fees and related costs. No young worker below 18 employed by the Contractor shall be allowed to work at the Unit of Certification.