Supplier Key Expectations 7 Last revised : October 202 1 • Freedom of a ssociation In conformance with local laws, participants shall respect the right of all workers to form and join trade unions of their own choosing, to bargain collectively and to engage in peaceful assembly as well as respect the right of workers to refrain from such activities • Compassionate treatment The workers should not be exposed to corporal punishment, disciplinary measures or any behaviour which violates the dignity, liberty and basic human rights. Any behaviour, including gestures, language and physical contact, that is sexual, coercive, threate ning, abusive or exploitative is prohibited. • Non - discrimination and diversity There should not be any discrimination of workers on the basis of race, colour, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, political affiliation, union membership, martial status etc. during the period of employment. Suppliers are encouraged to actively promote and develop diversity and inclusion , nota bly gender diversity and equitable access to responsibilities and management positions. Occupational H ealth & S afety Workers health and safety , well - being is very important to Schneider Electric. Suppliers shall provide and maintain a safe work environment and integrate sound health and safety management practices into their business. This should include occupational health and safety risk assessment, implementation of adequate hierarchy of controls, communication and training to the workers. • W orkers sh ould have knowledge of inherent risk involved in the process (e.g. chemical exposure, physical risk etc) , access to protection . They have a recognized right to refuse unsafe work and to report unhealthy working conditions. • Suppliers shall provide workers with appropriate personal protective equipment and properly maintain physical guards, interlocks and barriers where machinery presents an injury hazard to workers. • Suppliers shall commit to have no deviation to health and safety local regulations , including a periodic health check - up of workers . • P hysically demanding work is to be identified, evaluated and controlled. Onsite training on workplace Health and Safety must be done. Ready access to potable water, sanitary food preparation and clean toi lets should be made accessible. • When provided by the Suppliers, housing facilities and food should be maintained in hygienic conditions in accordance to local laws. • Recognized management systems such as OHSAS 18001 and ILO Guidelines on Occupational Saf ety and Health can be used as a reference .