Human Rights Policy
Effective Date: Originally issued on May 12, 2022
Policy purpose
Consistent with our Values, we believe every individual has the right to a safe and healthy workplace, while being treated with dignity, decency and respect. In that regard, we strive to respect and promote human rights in accordance with international principles including those encompassed in the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights in our interactions with our associates, business partners, contractors, distributors, suppliers, vendors, and the communities in which we operate.
Applicability
This Human Rights Policy (the “Policy”) is intended to operate in conjunction with our Code of Conduct, Supplier Code of Business Conduct, Global Equal Opportunity and Respect in the Workplace Policy, and Privacy Policy, and applies to all Flowserve associates around the world, including all associates of our joint venture partners and the facilities we manage. In addition to our associates, we expect all business partners, contractors, distributors, suppliers and vendors to respect and uphold the human rights principles set forth in this Policy and in applicable contracts and urge each of them to adopt similar policies within their own businesses.
Distribution and accessibility
This Policy will be publicly available through Flowserve’s external communication channels. Additionally, the Policy will be available to all associates via Flowserve’s internal channels and stored on the employee intranet site under HR Policies.
Flowserve ensures that all associates are aware of the Policy through regular training.
Policy
Human Rights
Flowserve is committed to conducting its business in a manner that respects and advances human rights concepts in accordance with the international principles outlined in the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment
Flowserve is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace for all of its associates that provides equal employment opportunities and freedom from harassment or discrimination at work. Accordingly, associates must treat co-workers, subordinates, customers, vendors and applicants fairly, without prejudice and with the highest degree of dignity and respect. Flowserve is committed to non-discrimination based on protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws, such as race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy. Flowserve is dedicated to fulfilling this Policy as it relates to all employment practices within the Flowserve organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship, as well as any other terms or conditions of employment. Flowserve makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Flowserve does not tolerate disrespectful, inappropriate, unfair treatment or retaliation of any kind.
Freedom of Association and Collectively Bargaining
Consistent with applicable law, Flowserve respects the rights of its associates to join, form or not to join an employee association or trade union of their choice without interference. Associates should exercise these rights in an informed manner, and with the benefit of thoughtful consideration and available information. In the exercise of these rights, we believe in the free exchange of ideas, opinions, and information, provided there is no interference with these rights.
Forced Labor and Human Trafficking
Flowserve prohibits the use of all forms of forced labor, including bonded, indentured or involuntary prison labor, and is committed to the strict prohibition of human trafficking.
Child Labor
Flowserve prohibits the use of child labor within its organization and in its supply chain. The term “child” refers to any person employed under the age for completing compulsory education, or under the minimum age for employment in the applicable country, whichever is the greatest. Flowserve supports the use of legitimate workplace apprenticeship programs which comply with all laws and regulations applicable to such apprenticeship programs in the relevant country.
Promoting Safety, Health and Environment
Flowserve is committed to providing associates with a safe and healthy work environment, and to comply with applicable safety and health laws and regulations. Flowserve strives for continuous improvements in its products and processes to minimize waste and protect the environment and communities in which Flowserve operates.
Work Hours, Wages and Benefits Flowserve compensates associates fairly and equitably relative to the industry and local labor market, and in accordance with terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements. We work to ensure full compliance with all applicable wage, work hours, overtime and benefit laws.
Privacy
Flowserve is committed to providing privacy protection of associate data maintained by the Company. Associate data will be used for the purpose of supporting Flowserve operations and providing associate benefits. Flowserve has safeguards in place to ensure personal data is protected and unauthorized access and disclosure, including limiting access to such data only to those associates, vendors and other business partners with a legitimate business purpose.
Supply Chain
Flowserve strives to respect human rights through its supply chain by requiring suppliers to adhere to its Supplier Code of Business Conduct, which sets out requirements for sustainable business practices, conflict minerals, ethics, labor practices, and human rights. The Supplier Code of Business Conduct is accessible to all suppliers on Flowserve’s website and is also provided and acknowledged during the supplier procurement process.
Report a Concern or Complaint
Flowserve provides a variety of channels through which you can raise concerns, ranging from reporting up the chain to our anonymous hotline. Associates are encouraged to report concerns to a manager or supervisor, as they are usually in the best position to address your concerns. However, you also have the following resources available:
- Human Resources Contact
- Regional Integrity & Compliance Contact
- Member of the Legal Department
- Member of Senior Management
- Members of the Board of Directors
- Member of the Audit Committee
Flowserve’s Ethics Hotline Flowserve’s Ethics Hotline is available to you at any time, in any location, via phone or online. You may submit your report anonymously if you choose. The online website is www.ethicspoint.com and the United States toll-free number is 1-800-799-4597. Please see our Ethics Hotline for international numbers. In certain countries, local laws and regulations restrict the types of reports that can be made through the Ethics Hotline. If you are in such a country and attempting to make a report, a trained local professional will direct you to international resources where your report can be made.
Regardless of whom you contact, your concern will be fairly and promptly addressed. Flowserve prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports suspected violations of this policy in good faith, or who assists or participates in an investigation. If you believe you are being retaliated against, you should immediately contact the Ethics Hotline or Human Resources. Allegations of retaliation will be addressed and appropriate action will be taken.
Consequences of Violation
Non-compliance with this Policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Oversight
This Human Rights Policy and our commitment to human rights is overseen by the Board of Directors, including the Chief Executive Officer.
Public Reporting
We report to the public on our human rights-related commitments, efforts and statements, consistent with this Human Rights Policy, as part of our annual ESG Report.
Reservation of Rights
Flowserve reserves the right to interpret, modify, terminate, or revise this Policy, in whole or in part, without notice. Statements within this Policy or standards regarding conduct that may result in discipline do not limit, in any way, Flowserve’s right to discipline employees for conduct not specifically described above.