Social Policy
Commitment, Challenge and Opportunity
Social responsibility and human rights initiatives Social responsibility and human rights initiatives are essential foundations for ensuring an organization's sustainability, especially in the construction and infrastructure development sectors, which impact a wide range of stakeholders,
including employees, contractors, communities, and customers. As a result, the organization places great importance on risk management and compliance with relevant standards to foster trust and minimize potential negative impacts.
Occupational health and safety in the workplace is another key priority for the company. CH. Karnchang operates in accordance with Thai labor standards (TIS 8001-2553), ensuring a safe working environment, providing appropriate personal protective equipment, and conducting regular safety training.
Supporting the SDGs Goals
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Goals and Performance Highlights
- Average Training Hours per Employee 8 Hours/Person/Year
- A total of at least 300,000 work hours completed continuously without any lost-time injuries.
Management and Operational Approach
CH. Karnchang’s human rights policy establishes guidelines in line with international human rights principles, such as the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. This policy applies to all of the company’s stakeholders, including shareholders, investors, employees, customers, business partners, media representatives, local communities, society, the environment, government agencies, and competitors.
The organization's labor practices reflect its commitment to fair employment and the promotion of fundamental human rights, in line with the International Labor Organization (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) guidelines for responsible business conduct. To uphold these principles, the organization has developed work processes that promote a healthy work-life balance and provides ongoing training for employees on labor rights and human rights issues.
CH. Karnchang is committed to protecting and promoting human rights for all stakeholder groups, beginning with its employees, who are the company’s most valuable asset. The company ensures fair and equal treatment of all employees, respects their rights to unionize and engage in collective bargaining, and provides appropriate compensation and benefits without discrimination. This commitment extends to all stakeholders, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, or nationality. To foster a work environment that upholds human dignity, encourages diversity and equality, and complies with labor laws, CH. Karnchang also ensures appropriate living conditions for its workforce. Additionally, the company maintains a strict policy against child labor, implementing rigorous age verification procedures to prevent underage employment. The company acknowledges and respects the community’s right to access natural resources, conducts thorough community impact assessments before initiating any project, and actively encourages community engagement by providing opportunities for residents to voice their opinions and concerns. Additionally, the company is committed to fostering sustainable community development.
Effective customer relationship management fosters trust and satisfaction, driving long-term loyalty and enhancing the organization's reputation. Simultaneously, engaging with local communities—such as mitigating the environmental and traffic impacts of construction projects—helps establish a "License to Operate" and supports sustainable development. CH. Karnchang is committed to fair business practices, conducting procurement with transparency, safeguarding business confidentiality, and promoting ethical business conduct among its partners. These principles, established by the company, demonstrate its dedication to upholding international standards, ensuring that business growth is balanced with accountability to stakeholders and communities in every dimension.
Furthermore, the company is strengthening its social responsibility initiatives, particularly by reinforcing human rights practices. A key focus is conducting comprehensive Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) to ensure that all operations are carried out sustainably and with accountability to all stakeholders.
Over the past year, the company has reviewed and refined its human rights policy to enhance its clarity and comprehensiveness. The key initiatives undertaken are as follows:
- Enhancing policy alignment with international standards, including the OECD guidelines on comprehensive business due diligence for responsible business conduct.
- Clarifying the scope of stakeholder engagement to ensure greater transparency.
- Strengthening awareness and implementation efforts, such as conducting human rights training sessions for executives and employees at all levels.
The revision of this policy provides the company with clear guidelines for protecting the human rights of all stakeholders, ensuring alignment with international standards, and enhancing the systematic monitoring of performance.
