Public Policies

Ethical Sourcing & Human Rights Policy

 

Last update: 03 May 2025

 

At Yale Prima Pty Ltd, we are committed to ethical sourcing and the protection of human rights across all areas of our supply chain.

We partner with suppliers who uphold the same values of integrity, fairness, and transparency. We expect that all products are made in safe working environments, by people who are treated with dignity and respect, and in compliance with applicable laws and standards.

Our Commitments

We align our sourcing practices with:

  • The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights

  • International Labour Organization (ILO) core conventions

  • The Australian Modern Slavery Act 2018

 

What We Expect from Our Suppliers

 

Suppliers must:

  • Comply with all applicable labour, wage, and workplace health & safety laws

  • Prohibit forced, bonded, or child labour

  • Ensure safe working conditions and reasonable working hours

  • Respect the rights of workers to collective bargaining and freedom of association

  • Operate transparently with traceable sourcing practices

 

Our Approach

We:

  • Conduct supplier evaluations and due diligence

  • Engage in open dialogue to improve social and environmental standards

  • Take corrective action if non-compliance is identified, and may terminate partnerships where necessary

 

Raising Concerns

If you have concerns or would like further information regarding our ethical sourcing and human rights practices, please contact us at:

📧 info@yaleprima.com.au


Environmental Responsibility Policy

 

At Yale Prima Pty Ltd, we are committed to reducing the environmental impact of our operations and products by working collaboratively with our suppliers and partners.

We recognise our responsibility to operate sustainably and continually improve the way we design, source, and distribute products.

 

Our Commitments

We aim to:

  • Minimise waste and non-recyclable materials across all packaging and product lines

  • Use packaging that meets or exceeds local and international environmental regulations

  • Select materials that are recyclable, compostable, or biodegradable wherever feasible

  • Reduce overall material usage and encourage packaging reuse where applicable

  • Partner with suppliers who demonstrate environmental stewardship in their operations and supply chains

 

Supply Chain Standards

We require our supply partners to:

  • Comply with all applicable environmental laws and product safety regulations

  • Avoid the use of banned or restricted substances in materials or packaging

  • Engage in responsible waste management and reduction practices

  • Provide transparency around material composition and recyclability

 

Ongoing Improvement

  • We review packaging design and material choices regularly to identify more sustainable alternatives

  • We work with industry partners to stay ahead of regulatory trends and improve environmental outcomes across our categories

For further information about our sustainability practices, or to share feedback or suggestions, please contact:

📧 info@yaleprima.com.au