Human Rights Policy

Introduction

OPALai Pte Ltd (the “Company”) is committed to respecting and supporting internationally recognised human rights. The Company understands that human rights are fundamental rights and freedoms that all people are entitled to, without regard to race, color, religion, language, age, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, mental or physical disability or marital status.

Compliance with the law and the highest ethical standards

The Company is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and meeting or exceeding all applicable laws and regulations wherever it operates. In cases where local laws are in conflict with international human rights standards, the Company will comply with applicable laws while seeking ways to meet the underlying international human rights principles.

Freedom of association & collective bargaining

The Company upholds freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining. Employees, without distinction whatsoever, have the right to join any trade unions of their own choosing without prior authorisation. Employees will not be discriminated against because of union membership, or because of participation in union activities outside working hours or within working hours (with the consent of the Company).

Force/ child labour

The Company will not make use of any form of forced or compulsory labour. The term ‘forced labour’ means all work or service that’s extracted from anyone under the menace of any penalty and/or that the person hasn’t offered voluntarily.

The Company does not use child labour in any of its business operations. In the absence of any national or local law, ‘child’ means a person less than 16 years old. The Company does not tolerate any form of exploitative child labour

Non-discrimination and equal remuneration

The Company promotes equal opportunities and treatment regarding employment and positions, with a view to eliminating any discrimination. The term ‘discrimination’ includes any distinction, exclusion or preference made on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, political opinion, nationality or social origin, that has the effect of nullifying or impairing equal opportunity or treatment in employment or position. Any distinction, exclusion or preference in respect to a particular job based on the inherent requirements of the job won’t be deemed to be discrimination. The Company further promotes equal remuneration for male and female employees for work of equal value.

Work benefits

The Company values all its employees and seek to be a good employer. It promotes the personal and professional growth of all its employees by providing excellent primary and secondary benefits and development opportunities. This creates an environment where its employees not only do well but can also do good.

Workplace safety

The Company provides a healthy and safe workplace where mutual respect is key and discrimination is not tolerated. All employees are required to uphold the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct. The Company’s Whistle Blower Policy allows employees to safely and confidentially air any concerns, should they arise.