The code of conduct is a governing document that defines how we, business partners and suppliers should act – the code should be a guiding document. It is also supplemented with several different policies.
Rugvista has two different codes of conduct, one for employees and partners – and one that is aimed specifically at our suppliers. Employees and partners are expected to sign and follow the code of conduct. Both documents are prepared in accordance to international standards defined below.
Code of conduct for suppliers
The code of conduct for suppliers is included in all supplier agreements, and by the end of 2020, 100% of our suppliers signed the supplier code.
Rugvista is a member of the amfori Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI), which is an independent organization that reviews and designs industry regulations on work environment and human rights.
By using their common code of conduct – amfori BSCI Code of Conduct – we want to ensure that our suppliers offer a safe working environment with respect for labor law and human rights.
The amfori BSCI Code of Conduct refers to international conventions, such as the Declaration of Human Rights, the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business, the OECD Guidelines, the UN Global Treaties and the International Labor Organization (ILO) conventions and other recommendations for improving working conditions in the supply chain.
Read the amfori BSCI code of conduct
Modern Slavery Act Statement
Our Modern Slavery Act Statement disclosure details of our efforts to address forced labor, including modern slavery and human trafficking, which are core components of our human rights strategy.
Read our Modern Slavery Act Statement 2022
Animal Welfare Policy
Rugvista supports the welfare of animals and works to ensure that this is considered in all stages of the production of our rugs. We are members of the Swedish Trade Federation and have adopted their animal welfare policy, which we require all our suppliers to follow.