At South Sound Vapor, we are committed to conducting our business operations with the utmost integrity, ethics, and respect for human rights. We recognize the importance of combating modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our commitment to preventing and addressing these issues within our organization and supply chains.

Our Policy:

  1. Prohibition of Modern Slavery: We have a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, forced labor, human trafficking, and any other forms of exploitation. We are dedicated to ensuring that these practices have no place within our organization or our supply chains.
  2. Compliance with Laws and Regulations: We comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to modern slavery and human trafficking in the jurisdictions in which we operate. We expect our employees, contractors, and suppliers to uphold the same standards.
  3. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence: We conduct regular risk assessments to identify and address any potential risks of modern slavery within our organization and supply chains. This includes assessing our suppliers’ practices and implementing due diligence measures to ensure compliance with our anti-slavery policies.
  4. Supplier Engagement: We strive to work with suppliers who share our commitment to ethical and responsible business practices. We communicate our expectations regarding modern slavery and human trafficking to our suppliers and request their adherence to these principles.
  5. Training and Awareness: We provide training and raise awareness among our employees and key stakeholders regarding modern slavery, human trafficking, and related issues. This helps to ensure a shared understanding of the risks, prevention measures, and reporting mechanisms.
  6. Reporting and Whistleblowing: We encourage all employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any concerns, suspicions, or incidents related to modern slavery or human trafficking. We have established confidential reporting mechanisms to protect whistleblowers and ensure prompt investigation and appropriate action.
  7. Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuously reviewing and improving our policies, procedures, and practices to prevent modern slavery. We engage in ongoing dialogue with relevant stakeholders to exchange best practices and stay informed about emerging trends and challenges.
  8. Collaboration and Advocacy: We actively engage with industry associations, organizations, and initiatives to collaborate on the eradication of modern slavery. We support efforts to promote transparency, responsible supply chain management, and the protection of human rights globally.

Review and Compliance:

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed regularly to ensure its ongoing relevance, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. We are committed to monitoring and improving our practices to combat modern slavery and human trafficking, and we expect all individuals and entities connected to our business to share in this commitment.

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If you have any questions or concerns about our Modern Slavery Statement or wish to report any potential violations. Your feedback is important to us as we strive to uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct.