Human Rights Policy

At Vape Superstore, we are fully committed to respecting and upholding human rights across all aspects of our business. This includes our employment practices, supplier relationships, and the way we engage with all stakeholders. We recognise that human rights are universal and fundamental, and we strive to ensure that all individuals are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

Our Commitment to Human Rights

Vape Superstore is committed to respecting human rights as outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other internationally recognised human rights standards. We believe in conducting business in a manner that upholds the dignity and rights of every person we interact with, both within our company and in our wider supply chain.

Human Rights in Employment Practices

We are committed to providing a fair and respectful workplace for all employees. Our employment practices are in compliance with national and international labour laws and are designed to ensure that everyone is treated equally and with dignity. Our commitment to human rights in the workplace includes:

  • Non-Discrimination: We do not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • Freedom of Association: We respect the right of employees to join trade unions, participate in collective bargaining, and express their opinions freely.
  • Fair Wages: We are committed to paying fair wages that meet or exceed the legal requirements and ensure a decent standard of living for our employees.
  • Safe and Healthy Working Conditions: We provide a safe and healthy work environment, adhering to all applicable health and safety regulations to ensure the welfare of our employees.
  • Child Labour and Forced Labour: We strictly prohibit child labour and forced labour in any form within our operations or supply chain. We ensure that all workers are employed voluntarily and of legal working age.

Human Rights in Supplier Relationships

Vape Superstore takes steps to ensure that our suppliers share our commitment to human rights. We require all suppliers to adhere to internationally recognised human rights standards, including compliance with local labour laws and fair treatment of workers. Our expectations for suppliers include:

  • Fair Treatment of Workers: Suppliers must ensure that their workers are treated with dignity and respect, free from harassment, discrimination, or exploitation.
  • Safe Working Conditions: Suppliers are required to provide a safe and healthy working environment for their employees, with proper safeguards in place to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Fair Wages: We expect our suppliers to pay their employees fair wages, provide necessary benefits, and comply with legal requirements regarding working hours and compensation.
  • Non-Use of Forced or Child Labour: We do not condone the use of forced labour, human trafficking, or child labour in any part of our supply chain.

Human Rights and the Environment

We recognise the importance of protecting the environment as part of our broader commitment to human rights. A healthy environment is fundamental to the well-being of current and future generations. Vape Superstore aims to minimise the environmental impact of our operations and ensure that our practices do not harm local communities or their rights to a clean and healthy environment.

Monitoring and Accountability

Vape Superstore regularly reviews its business practices to ensure that we are meeting our human rights commitments. This includes assessing our internal policies and practices, as well as evaluating the practices of our suppliers. We are committed to transparency and will take appropriate action if human rights violations are identified within our business or supply chain.

Reporting Human Rights Violations

If you believe that any aspect of our business is failing to uphold human rights, we encourage you to report the issue. We provide several channels for reporting concerns, and all reports will be treated with the utmost seriousness and confidentiality. Whistleblowers are protected from retaliation, and we ensure that any violations of human rights are addressed promptly and thoroughly.

Consequences of Violations

Any failure to comply with our human rights standards will result in corrective action. If violations are found within our operations or supply chain, we will work to address the issue through appropriate channels. Repeated or severe violations may result in termination of contracts with suppliers or disciplinary action within our company, up to and including dismissal.

Conclusion

Vape Superstore is dedicated to upholding human rights across all areas of our business. We believe that respecting human rights is not only a legal obligation but also an essential part of doing business ethically and responsibly. We will continue to evaluate and improve our practices to ensure that we provide a workplace and a supply chain that respects the rights of all individuals, and we will take acti