Healthy People
Asker shall be an attractive employer and provide products and solutions from a fair and sustainable value chain.
Challenge for society
In many cases, medical supplies, devices and equipment are produced in countries where there is a higher risk of corruption and human rights violations than in Europe. Market demand for high-quality products made under fair conditions is growing.
Our contribution
Through proactive co-operation with suppliers and third-party manufacturers, Asker is seeking to maintain a fair and safe work environment both in its own operations and throughout the value chain.
Material sustainability topics (ESRS)
Own workforce: Equal treatment and opportunities for all and Working conditions (S1)
Workers in the value chain: Other work-related rights and Working conditions (S2)
Business conduct: Corruption and bribery (G1)
Examples of activities
- Ensure work environment management is proactive and systematic, ensure employees have access to development opportunities and evaluate and follow up employee satisfaction.
- Build networks between the Group companies and external networks to encourage knowledge sharing as a way to develop the business and employees.
- Carry out regular supplier audits and ensure there is a robust supplier due diligence process.
- Reinforce anti-corruption and anti-bribery efforts through internal guidelines and training.
SDG
Gender equality (5)
Decent work and economic growth (8)
Peace justice and strong institutions (16)
Governing documents
- Code of Conduct
- Responsible Sourcing Policy
- Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy
- HR Policy
