Supplier Responsibility & RBA Code

Harvatek Supplier Social Responsibility and RBA Code of Conduct

Harvatek is committed to promoting responsible supply chain management.

We ensure that our partners comply with international standards in labor, environment, health and safety, and business ethics. We require all suppliers to commit to and follow the RBA (Responsible Business Alliance) Code of Conduct to build a sustainable supply chain together.

In the process of cooperating with Harvatek, all suppliers must comply with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) requirements and fully cooperate with the RBA Code of Conduct to ensure that the supply chain meets international norms across all dimensions.

Section Overview:

Social responsibility commitments required from suppliers to Harvatek.

Framework and key points of the RBA Code of Conduct that suppliers must follow.

I. Supplier Social Responsibility Commitment to Harvatek

Key Points of the Supplier Social Responsibility Commitment Statement

All suppliers partnering with Harvatek are required to formally sign the "Supplier Social Responsibility Commitment Statement," which includes the following core elements:

Acknowledgment of RBA Code of Conduct

The supplier confirms receipt of the RBA (Responsible Business Alliance) Code of Conduct statement provided by Harvatek and has fully noted and understood its contents.

Compliance with Local Laws and Regulations

The supplier shall understand and comply with all relevant laws and regulations of the countries in which they operate to ensure legal business practices.

Obligation in Case of Regulatory Conflict

If Harvatek’s corporate sustainability policies or social responsibility standards conflict with the local laws of the supplier's country, the supplier is obligated to proactively notify Harvatek.

Adherence to Harvatek Sustainability Policy

The supplier commits to following Harvatek’s Corporate Sustainability Development Policy and agrees not to modify or abolish any of its contents.

Continuous Improvement of Social Responsibility Management

To meet Harvatek’s requirements, the supplier commits to continuously improving its own social responsibility management system and enhancing governance standards.

Implementation and Proactive Updates of RBA Code

Comply with the RBA Code of Conduct adopted by Harvatek.
Proactively access the official RBA website (www.responsiblebusiness.org) to obtain the latest information.

II. RBA Code of Conduct Framework

RBA Code of Conduct Overview

(Reference: RBA Code of Conduct Version 8.0)

The RBA Code of Conduct is a set of international standards voluntarily adopted by businesses to ensure that global supply chains achieve the following objectives through consistent norms:

✅ Safe working environments

✅ Responsible and ethical operations

✅ Respect for human rights and the environment

The Five Core Pillars of the RBA Code

Labor

Health & Safety

Environment

Ethics

Management System

Harvatek requires all suppliers to implement self-management and continuous improvement based on these standards to jointly achieve industry sustainability goals.

III. RBA Section A – Labor Standards

Labor Rights and Fair Treatment

Suppliers must respect the human rights of workers and ensure that all workers (including temporary, migrant, dispatched, student workers, etc.) are treated with fairness and dignity. The core standards are as follows:

🚫 1. Freely Chosen Employment

Forced, bonded, indentured, or exploitative prison labor, slavery, or trafficking of persons shall not be used.

🛡️ 2. Young Workers and Child Labor Protection

The use of child labor is strictly prohibited (below minimum employment age).
Workers under the age of 18 shall not perform night shifts or high-risk work.

⏰ 3. Working Hours

In compliance with local laws, total weekly hours including overtime should not exceed 60 hours.
Workers shall be allowed at least one day off every seven days.

💰 4. Wages and Benefits

Compensation must comply with the legal minimum standards, and deductions from wages as a disciplinary measure shall not be permitted.

🤝 5. Non-Discrimination and Humane Treatment

Prohibit any discrimination based on race, religion, gender, etc. Harsh or inhumane treatment, including sexual harassment or corporal punishment, is strictly forbidden.

📣 6. Freedom of Association

Respect the rights of workers to associate freely, join labor unions, seek representation, and engage in collective bargaining in accordance with local laws.

IV. RBA Section B – Health and Safety

Safe and Healthy Working Environment

Suppliers must commit to building a safe and healthy working environment, which is not only for compliance but is key to enhancing quality and stability. Core management elements are as follows:

🛡️ 1. Occupational Health and Safety

Identify and control chemical, electrical, fire, and fall hazards.
Proactively provide appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety training.

🚨 2. Emergency Preparedness

Develop comprehensive emergency response plans and conduct regular drills for all personnel regarding fire, natural disasters, and other scenarios.

📋 3. Occupational Injury and Illness

Establish sound reporting, investigation, and recording mechanisms, and implement effective preventive and corrective actions for root causes of accidents.

🔬 4. Industrial Hygiene

Continuously monitor and control chemical, biological, and physical hazard factors (such as noise, radiation, etc.) in the workplace.

💪 5. Physically Demanding Work

Assess and mitigate risks for high-fatigue tasks such as manual handling, repetitive work, and prolonged standing.

⚙️ 6. Machine Safeguarding

Provide interlocking protection, barriers, or other appropriate physical safeguards for all hazardous production machinery.

🏠 7. Sanitation, Food, and Housing

Provide clean drinking water, sanitary dining facilities, and ensure fire safety, privacy, and reasonable space in worker dormitories.

🗣️ 8. Health and Safety Communication

Provide safety risk information in a language or manner understandable to employees and implement regular safety education and training.

V. RBA Section C – Environmental

Environmental Protection and Sustainable Management

Suppliers must recognize that environmental responsibility is integral to business and minimize the impact of operations on the community and nature. Key requirements are as follows:

Environmental Permits and Reporting Obtain, maintain, and comply with all required environmental permits (e.g., discharge permits), approvals, and registrations, and fulfill reporting requirements at all times.

Pollution Prevention and Resource Conservation Reduce or eliminate pollutant emissions and waste generation at the source. Conserve energy, water, and raw materials through improved production, maintenance, facility processes, and material substitution.

Hazardous Substances Management Identify, label, and manage chemical and other substances that pose a hazard to humans or the environment to ensure safe handling, movement, storage, use, recycling, and disposal.

Solid Waste Management Implement a systematic approach to identify, manage, reduce, and responsibly dispose of or recycle solid waste (non-hazardous substances).

Air Emissions Management Characterize, monitor, control, and treat volatile organic compounds, aerosols, corrosives, particulates, ozone-depleting substances, and combustion byproducts generated from operations before discharge.

Materials Restrictions Compliance Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and customer requirements regarding the prohibition or restriction of specific substances in products and manufacturing (e.g., RoHS).

Water Management Implement a water management program to monitor water sources, usage, and discharge; seek opportunities for water conservation; and appropriately characterize and monitor wastewater.

Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Set greenhouse gas reduction goals, track and report energy consumption and GHG emissions, and seek methods to improve energy efficiency.

VI. RBA Section D – Ethics

Business Ethics and Compliance

Suppliers and their agents must uphold the highest standards of business integrity. Core requirements are as follows:

Business Integrity Adopt a zero-tolerance policy that strictly prohibits all forms of bribery, corruption, extortion, and embezzlement.

No Improper Advantage Bribes or other means of obtaining undue or improper advantage shall not be promised, offered, authorized, given, or accepted.

Disclosure of Information All business dealings should be transparent and accurately reflected in business books and records. Falsification of records or misrepresentation of supply chain activities is strictly prohibited.

Intellectual Property Protection Intellectual property rights shall be respected. Transfer of technology and know-how shall be done in a manner that protects intellectual property rights and safeguards customer and supplier information.

Fair Business, Advertising, and Competition Standards of fair business, advertising, and competition are to be upheld.

Identity Protection and Non-Retaliation Programs that ensure the confidentiality, anonymity, and protection of supplier and employee whistleblowers are to be maintained. Retaliation is strictly forbidden.

Responsible Sourcing of Minerals Exercise due diligence on the source and chain of custody of tantalum, tin, tungsten, gold, and cobalt in manufactured products to ensure compliance with OECD Guidelines, and disclose results to customers upon request.

Privacy and Personal Data Protection Comply with privacy and information security laws and regulatory requirements when collecting, processing, and sharing personal information. Take appropriate measures to protect the data of all persons involved in business.

VII. RBA Section E – Management System

Management System and Continuous Improvement

To effectively comply with the aforementioned standards, suppliers shall establish a robust management system to ensure that commitments are implemented and continuously improved:

Publicly state the company’s commitment to human rights, health and safety, environmental, and ethical standards.

Clearly assign senior executives responsible for the implementation, review, and decision-making of the management system.

Establish procedures to systematically identify, monitor, and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and customer requirements.

Perform periodic risk assessments and establish corresponding controls and preventive mechanisms for identified risks.

Set clear performance improvement objectives and establish measurable targets to track progress.

Plan and execute training programs for employees and management to ensure continuous capacity building.

Establish transparent communication channels to exchange information and expectations with workers, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Conduct periodic internal audits and self-assessments, and implement corrective and preventive actions for any deficiencies.

Properly maintain and manage documents and records related to the system to ensure traceability of compliance.

Assume supply chain management responsibility by communicating and cascading RBA requirements to next-tier suppliers.

VIII. Conclusion – Realizing Responsibility and Sustainability Together with Suppliers

Building a Sustainable Supply Chain Hand-in-Hand

Through the following actions, Harvatek establishes a shared foundation for sustainability with its suppliers:

✦ Formal commitment to the "Supplier Social Responsibility Commitment Statement"

✦ Comprehensive implementation of the RBA Code of Conduct

Harvatek aspires to co-create with its suppliers:

Working environments that respect human rights

Safe and healthy workplaces

Responsible environmental management

A business culture of integrity and transparency