Respect for Human Rights

We, EIZO Corporation and all EIZO Group Companies (hereinafter collectively referred to as “EIZO Group”), have formulated the EIZO Group Principles of Conduct, which are to be observed by all individuals working for EIZO Group.
Recognizing that respect for human rights, one of the principles, is an important social responsibility for companies, we hereby establish the EIZO Group Human Rights Policy (hereinafter referred to as the “Policy”) with the aim of realizing a safe, secure, prosperous, and sustainable society by correctly understanding and recognizing the laws, culture, religion, and values of each country and region.

1. Basic Policy on Human Rights

1. We respect, protect, and do not infringe upon the human rights of individuals involved in our business.
2. We respect internationally recognized standards and the laws and regulations, cultures, histories, religions and customs of all countries and regions where we do business.
3. We respect and support international principles and standards on human rights, including,

• the Universal Declaration of Human Rights,
• the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights,
• the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, issued by International Labor Organization,
• the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact,
• the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, and
• the Code of Conduct of the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA).

2. Scope of Application

The Policy applies to all individuals working for EIZO Group (hereinafter referred to as "Employee(s)"). We also require our suppliers and business partners to support this Policy and to respect human rights.

3.　Guarantee of Humane Treatment and Prohibition of Discrimination and Harassment

1. We will never engage in harsh or inhumane treatment including violence, gender-based violence, sexual harassment, sexual abuse, corporal punishment, mental or physical coercion, bullying, public shaming, or verbal abuse of Employees.
2. We will never discriminate or harass Employees based on race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, covered veteran status, protected genetic information or marital status in hiring and employment practices such as wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training. We will also provide Employees with reasonable accommodation for their religious practices.
3. We will never allow Employees or prospective Employees to undergo medical tests, including pregnancy or virginity tests, or physical exams that could be used in a discriminatory way, except as necessary to comply with laws and regulations, to ensure workplace health and safety, or to maintain the health of Employees.

4. Guarantee of Freely Chosen Employment

1. In our business activities, all forced, bonded (including debt bondage) or indentured labor, involuntary or exploitative prison labor, slavery or trafficking of persons are prohibited.
2. We will not impose unreasonable restrictions on Employees’ access to facilities provided by EIZO Group (including dormitories and housing for Employees), nor on their free movement within such facilities.
3. We will provide Employees with a written employment agreement in their native language or a language they understand that contains a description of terms and conditions of employment. A foreign migrant Employee must receive a written employment agreement prior to his/her departing from his/her country of origin and no substitution or changes are allowed in the employment agreement upon arrival in the country where the EIZO Group, in which he/she works, is located, unless these changes are made to meet local laws and provide terms equivalent or superior to the original agreement.
4. We guarantee the freedom of Employees to leave work at any time or terminate their employment without penalty if reasonable notice is given by the Employee as per his/her employment agreement.
5. We will not hold or otherwise destroy, conceal, or confiscate Employees’ identity or immigration documents, such as government-issued identification, passports, or work permits. We can only hold such documentation if such holdings are required by law. In this case, at no time should Employees be denied access to their documents.
6. Employees shall not be required to pay any recruitment fees or other related fees for their employment. If any such fees are found to have been paid by Employee, such fees shall be fully repaid to the Employee.

5. Prohibition of Child Labor and Work Restrictions for Young Workers

1. In our business activities, child labor is prohibited. The term “child” refers to any person under the age of 15, or under the age for completing compulsory education, or under the minimum age for employment in the country, whichever is greatest.
2. We will not allow Employees under the age of 18 (Young Workers) to engage in work that is likely to jeopardize their health and safety, including night shifts and overtime.
3. In order to comply with the preceding two paragraphs, when concluding an employment agreement with an Employee, we will verify the employee's age by means of a document issued by a public institution.
4. We will ensure proper management of student workers through proper maintenance of student records, rigorous due diligence of educational partners, and protection of students’ rights in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will provide appropriate support and training to all student workers. In the absence of local law, the wage rate for student workers, interns, and apprentices shall be at least the same wage rate as other entry-level workers performing equal or similar tasks.

6. Guarantee of Adequate Working Conditions

1. We will properly manage the working hours of Employees and will not allow them to work more than the maximum hours stipulated by the laws and regulations of the countries and regions where we do business. Weekly working hours shall not exceed 60 hours, except in emergency or unusual situations. All overtime must be voluntary. Employees will be allowed to take at least one day off every seven days.
2. We will pay compensation and provide benefits to Employees in compliance with all laws and regulations regarding minimum wages, overtime, and benefits in the countries and regions where we do business. Compensation for overtime will be paid at a rate higher than the regular hourly rate. No wages will be deducted as a disciplinary measure.
3. For each pay period, we will provide Employees with a timely and understandable wage statement that includes sufficient information in their native language or a language they understand to enable the Employee to verify accurate compensation for work performed.

7. Freedom of Association

1. We will respect the right of all Employees to form and join trade unions of their own choosing, to bargain collectively, and to engage in peaceful assembly as well as respect the right of Employees to refrain from such activities.
2. We will never discriminate, retaliate, threaten, harass, or otherwise treat Employees unfavorably with respect to working conditions because they have exercised their labor rights, such as forming or joining a trade union, demanding collective bargaining, or participating in a peaceful assembly.
3. We will share opinions and concerns regarding working conditions and management practices presented by Employees and jointly work to resolve these issues through honest and constructive discussions.

8. Fair Business, Advertising and Competition

1. We fully recognize the importance of the impact of our advertising expressions on society and will conduct our advertising and marketing activities with full consideration of our social responsibilities.
2. We will always use expressions based on facts and will never use expressions that may misrepresent the characteristics or quality of our products and services.
3. We will never use expressions that discriminate against specific individuals, groups, or social groups, or that infringe on the rights or dignity of specific individuals, groups, or social groups.
4. We will never use expressions that justify ideas that are contrary to the spirit of democracy, acts that violate the laws and regulations of each country or region, militarism, war, etc.

9. Human Rights Due Diligence

1. We will establish separate internal rules to implement this Policy and revise them as necessary.
2. We will provide appropriate training and status checks to Employees on a regular and ongoing basis to ensure that human rights due diligence is understood and effectively implemented.
3. If any violation of this Policy is discovered, we will promptly take appropriate corrective measures.

April.18, 2022
Mr. Yoshitaka Jitsumori
Chairman ＆ CEO