Communication on Progress

Communication on Progress

Participant
Published
  • 11-Jun-2018
Time period
  • June 2017  –  June 2018
Format
  • Stand alone document – Basic COP Template
Differentiation Level
  • This COP qualifies for the Global Compact Active level
Self-assessment
  • Includes a CEO statement of continued support for the UN Global Compact and its ten principles
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Human Rights
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Labour
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Environment
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Anti-Corruption
  • Includes a measurement of outcomes
 
  • Statement of continued support by the Chief Executive Officer

  • Statement of the company's chief executive (CEO or equivalent) expressing continued support for the Global Compact and renewing the company's ongoing commitment to the initiative and its principles.

  • To our stakeholders:

    I am pleased to confirm that 53Dots S.A.L reaffirms its support of the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact in the areas of Human Rights, Labor, Environment and Anti-Corruption.

    In this annual Communication on Progress, we describe our actions to continually improve the integration of the Global Compact and its principles into our business strategy, culture and daily operations. We also commit to sharing this information with our stakeholders using our primary channels of communication.
    Sincerely yours, Wael JamalEddine
    Owner & CEO

Human Rights
  • Assessment, policy and goals

  • Description of the relevance of human rights for the company (i.e. human rights risk-assessment). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on Human Rights.

  • • Ensure workers are provided safe, well ventilated, suitable and sanitary work facilities
    • Every employee shall be treated with respect and dignity. Protect workers from workplace harassment, including physical, verbal, sexual or psychological harassment, abuse or threats
    • Ensure that all employees are treated with equity.
    • Take measures to eliminate materials, designs, defects or side-effects that could harm or threaten human life and health during manufacturing, usage or disposal of products

  • Implementation

  • Description of concrete actions to implement Human Rights policies, address Human Rights risks and respond to Human Rights violations.

  • • The company has an Emergency plan for earthquake, external/internal fire, water failure/contamination, electrical and generator failure, and vehicle/general fuel shortage.
    • Noise levels are investigated on a monthly basis by the company to prevent occupational hazards.
    • Training on safety standards are done periodically by Red Cross and Fire Department.
    • PPEs are used to decrease exposure to noise or any other hazards
    • Contracted with external generators company to check that hydrocarbon (HC), carbon monoxide (CO), and NOx are within standard limits

  • Measurement of outcomes

  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates performance.

  • • Increased female employees by 14% since 2017 in which the demographic distribution now is as follows: 60% males 40% females.

Labour
  • Assessment, policy and goals

  • Description of the relevance of labour rights for the company (i.e. labour rights-related risks and opportunities). Description of written policies, public commitments and company goals on labour rights.

  • • Ensure that the company does not participate in any form of forced or bonded labor
    • Comply with minimum wage standards
    • Make sure all employees are medically covered .
    • Ensure that employment-related decisions are based on relevant and objective criteria
    • Comply with the minimum age for work as per Lebanese Labor Law

  • Implementation

  • Description of concrete actions taken by the company to implement labour policies, address labour risks and respond to labour violations.

  • • Compensation is provided for employees.

  • Measurement of outcomes

  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates performance.

  • • Rate of occupational injuries decreased 20% from 2016 to 2017 after applying new safety standards.

Environment
  • Assessment, policy and goals

  • Description of the relevance of environmental protection for the company (i.e. environmental risks and opportunities). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on environmental protection.

  • • Avoid environmental damage via regular maintenance of production processes and environmental protection system (air pollution control, waste, water treatment systems, etc.)
    • Ensure emergency procedures to prevent and address accidents affecting the environment and human health
    • Minimize the use and ensure safe handling and storage of chemical and other dangerous substances

  • Implementation

  • Description of concrete actions to implement environmental policies, address environmental risks and respond to environmental incidents.

  • • A water management system is put in place to decrease wastewater generation and water consumption by producing potable water and water for irrigation.
    • Laboratory tests on water and CO2 emissions is done every 3 months.
    • A heat exchanger is installed to heat water and while maintaining the facility temperature thus decreasing use of air conditioners and energy.
    • Lamps used are fluorescent T5 and T8 used for their high output, high efficiency, and long average rated lamp life.
    • The building is mostly made of glass to allow maximum light to enter the facility thus using less electricity.
    • Automated energy system (electricity, ventilation, air conditioners…) are functioning according to employees schedules thus decreasing energy consumption.
    • A building management system (BMS) is available in the company which is a computer-based control system for ventilation, lighting, power systems, fire systems, and security systems used to decrease energy consumption

  • Measurement of outcomes

  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates environmental performance.

  • • 100% of paper and plastic waste is recycled via an external company

Anti-Corruption
  • Assessment, policy and goals

  • Description of the relevance of anti-corruption for the company (i.e. anti-corruption risk-assessment). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on anti-corruption.

  • • Mention “anti-corruption” and/or “ethical behavior” in contracts with business partners
    • Ensure that internal procedures support the company’s anti-corruption commitment

  • Implementation

  • Description of concrete actions to implement anti-corruption policies, address anti-corruption risks and respond to incidents.

  • No answer provided.
  • Measurement of outcomes

  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates anti-corruption performance.

  • No answer provided.