Instem Modern Slavery Policy

Slavery, child labour and human trafficking are serious crimes and a violation of fundamental human rights. There are various forms of this ‘Modern Slavery’ which deprives victims of their liberty and usually involves financial exploitation.

At Instem we conduct our business fairly, ethically and with respect for fundamental human rights.  We are fully committed to the prevention of all forms of slavery, forced labour or servitude, child labour and human-trafficking, both in our business and in our supply chains. We will not tolerate it. You must immediately report any suspicions of Modern Slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains to our Anti-Slavery Officer (ASO), Eve Leconte. Our ASO will investigate and report to our Executive Committee, within a reasonable time, on actions which may require to be taken.

Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action, including dismissal, or termination of the contract between you and the Company. It could also involve other legal steps being taken against you. If you breach this policy or are found to have slavery or human trafficking in your business, or knowingly in your supply chain, the Company may terminate the contract with you and pursue its legal remedies against you.

The Company makes appropriate checks on all employees, recruitment agencies and suppliers, to know who is working for, or on behalf of us.  The Company provides every employee with a written contract of employment. We pay every employee in accordance with the law. We comply with our legal obligations to ensure the health and safety of all of our employees and workers, including in relation to working hours, rest breaks and holidays.