Model Behaviour: A Code For Multinationals
Herebelow are the rights that should be warranted by the behaviour codes adopted by Multinationals for the transfer of production.
- Freedom of association and collective contracting.
- Equal opportunity. Workers must have access to employment and training at equal conditions. Physical harassment or psychological pressure must be punished.
- Dignified wages. These must be much higher than the legal minimum wages (which are ridiculous) and in any case they must be sufficient to cover the basic needs of a family.
- Working hours. These must not exceed 48 hours a week. Overtime must be voluntary and must not exceed 12 hours a week. Workers must enjoy at least 24 consecutive hours of weekly rest and at least three weeks of paid holiday leave a year.
- Hygiene and safety. Employers must supply free work clothes and protective equipment. They must also respect the International code regarding hygiene and safety at work. Dormitories, warehouses and laboratories must be situated in separate buildings.
- Job security. Employers must hire workers for lengthy periods, according to legal, written contract agreements.
- Social security. Employers must offer workers adequate insurance coverages and social security through public or private organisations.
- Working children. Employers must guarantee absolute respect of International conventions or local legislation, if more advanced.
- Forced labour. Any form of forced labour is banned.
- Observance. Observance of the Behaviour Code must be kept under check by an independent organisation, to whom the Employer has assigned this duty, Trade Unions and non-governmental organisations. The Code must be translated into the local language and affixed well in sight at the work place.
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