CSR/Environmental Protection/Company’s Code Of Conduct
CSR
To work towards the betterment of quality of life and social well-being of communities at large through various Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives is an integral part of Chirag Minerals philosophy and culture.
Our strategic and need based CSR activities in and around our operations are focused towards critical social and economic needs of the marginalized & underprivileged sections of the society. The Group aspires to create a culturally rich, healthier, educated and mentally equipped society and build a greener India.
The key focus areas of Our CSR Activities are working towards Education & Employability, Healthy Masses, Preservation & Promotion of Culture & Tradition and a Greener India. We achieve these goals through:
Educate and train youth in skills that enhance their earning potential through employability training programs. The Group has opened a computer center in the village near the mines’ area for imparting computer education to village kids.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
At Chirag Minerals, we are committed towards eco-friendly, safe and healthy mining and processing practices inheriting the vision of maintaining the ecological balance and preserving nature. We work towards minimizing environmental effects and risks today for the coming generations. Since our inception, we have focused on energy conservation and protection of the environment.
We are committed to use advanced and latest technology for our operations that consume minimal energy and reduce the carbon footprints of our activities on “Mother Earth”. Our operations and technologies are focused to achieve carbon neutrality, a positive water balance, reduction in specific energy consumption, working in dust free environment, increase utilization of renewable energy sources through various projects.
We strictly abide with regional, national and international norms concerning Environment Conservation. Preservation of flora, fauna and biodiversity is a tradition at Chirag Minerals be it at our mining sites or the nearby villages and areas. Our Environment initiatives assure optimum management of land, water, air, ecological balance and atmosphere.
COMPANY ‘S CODE OF CONDUCT
What are the components of an Employee Code of Conduct Policy
Company employees are bound by their contract to follow our Employee Code of Conduct while performing their duties.
Compliance with law
All employees must protect our company’s legality. They should comply with all environmental, safety and fair dealing laws. We expect employees to be ethical and responsible when dealing with our company’s finances, products, partnerships and public image.
Respect in the workplace
All employees should respect their colleagues. We won’t allow any kind of discriminatory behavior, harassment or victimization. Employees should conform with our equal opportunity policy in all aspects of their work, from recruitment and performance evaluation to interpersonal relations.
Protection of Company Property
All employees should treat our company’s property, whether material or intangible, with respect and care.
Employees:
- Shouldn’t misuse company equipment or use it frivolously.
- Should respect all kinds of incorporeal property. This includes trademarks, copyright and other property (information, reports etc.) Employees should use them only to complete their job duties.
Employees should protect company facilities and other material property (e.g. company cars) from damage and vandalism, whenever possible.
Professionalism
All employees must show integrity and professionalism in the workplace:
- Personal appearance
All employees must follow our dress code and personal appearance guidelines.
- Corruption
We discourage employees from accepting gifts from clients or partners. We prohibit briberies for the benefit of any external or internal party.
- Job duties and authority
All employees should fulfill their job duties with integrity and respect toward customers, stakeholders and the community. Supervisors and managers mustn’t abuse their authority. We expect them to delegate duties to their team members taking into account their competences and workload. Likewise, we expect team members to follow team leaders’ instructions and complete their duties with skill and in a timely manner.
We encourage mentoring throughout our company.
- Absenteeism and tardiness
Employees should follow their schedules. We can make exceptions for occasions that prevent employees from following standard working hours or days. But, generally, we expect employees to be punctual when coming to and leaving from work.
- Conflict of interest
We expect employees to avoid any personal, financial or other interests that might hinder their capability or willingness to perform their job duties.
- Collaboration
Employees should be friendly and collaborative. They should try not to disrupt the workplace or present obstacles to their colleagues’ work.
- Communication
All employees must be open for communication with their colleagues, supervisors or team members.
- Benefits
We expect employees to not abuse their employment benefits. This can refer to time off, insurance, facilities, subscriptions or other benefits our company offers.
- Policies
All employees should read and follow our company policies. If they have any questions, they should ask their managers or Human Resources (HR) department.
Disciplinary actions
Our company may have to take disciplinary action against employees who repeatedly or intentionally fail to follow our code of conduct. Disciplinary actions will vary depending on the violation.
Possible consequences include:
- Demotion.
- Reprimand.
- Suspension or termination for more serious offenses.
- Detraction of benefits for a definite or indefinite time.
- We may take legal action in cases of corruption, theft, embezzlement or other unlawful behavior.