The Code of Conduct is a summary of the rules and principles that describe how ÅF conducts its operations and what it expects of all its partners, regardless of geographical location or cultural background. The code is an integral part of the way ÅF does business and applies equally to all of the company’s directors and to all employees.
The code is based on the OECD’s guidelines for multinational corporations, the UN’s declarations of Human Rights and the Rights of the Child, and the ILO’s central conventions.
General principles
ÅF is to comply with the laws and regulations and to respect the culture and traditions in the countries where ÅF operates.
ÅF shall not offer clients or business partners any benefits in violation of laws or accepted business practices.
ÅF employees shall observe good business practice and conduct themselves ethically in all operations and relations with stakeholders. ÅF employees shall not accept payments or other kinds of reimbursement from a third party that could affect their objectivity in their business decisions.
All financial transactions must be reported in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices, and accounting records must show the nature of all transactions in a correct and transparent manner.
Employees and members of the board of directors shall conduct their private and external financial interests in a manner that is not in conflict or can be perceived to be in conflict with the interests of the group.
ÅF observes neutrality with regard to political parties and candidates.
ÅF encourages an ongoing dialogue with its stakeholders.
Human rights and labour standards
ÅF supports and respects the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights.
ÅF hires and treats its employees in a manner that does not discriminate with regard to gender, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, political opinion, union affiliation, and social or ethnic origin. ÅF encourages diversity in the workplace.
No form of forced labour or child labour is tolerated.
Freedom of association shall be respected in all operations.
A safe and healthy work environment shall be provided for all employees.
Sustainability
ÅF assignments and operations must be carried out in a way that contributes to sustainable development and makes efficient and effective use of energy and raw materials.