VAUDE CSR-Report – Forced labor

All of our producers commit themselves to a "Saying "No" to forced labor in their production sites. The obligation is as follows:

“Forced labor and bonded labor must be forbidden. Employers may not retain original documents, wages or bonuses of the workers. In addition, the workers must be guaranteed the right to terminate the employment relationship in compliance with the statutory period of notice. Overtime shall be voluntary.“

Monitoring by independent auditors

An obligation in and of itself is not enough, of course. Therefore, all our producers are regularly monitored by independent auditors such as those from Fair Wear Foundation. This process involved carefully examining whether there were any cases of forced labor. This is verified through interviews inside and outside the production site.

How are workers recruited?
Is overtime voluntary?
Are workers required to pay a depositor give their identity papers in order to commence employment?
Are wages paid on time? Are there cases of outstanding wage payments?
Are employees allowed to move around freely (breaks, leaving the factory, using the toilet)?

Results of the Fair Wear Foundation Audits

FWF Audits show that working conditions are good at our producers. In the 2017 audits, there were no complaints in the category of forced labor.

GRI:

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VAUDE says NO to forced labor

All of our producers commit themselves to a "Saying "No" to forced labor in their production sites. The obligation is as follows:

Monitoring by independent auditors

Results of the Fair Wear Foundation Audits