Code Of Conduct
Scope of Application
This Code of Conduct applies to all the business units of Sarena Textile Industries (Pvt) Limited.
Sarena Textile undertakes to comply with all national and international/ILO’s laws and regulations applicable to its activity, which includes the following:
HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT
Sarena Textile Industries operates in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including those related to worker health and safety and environmental protection. We are committed to maintaining safe workplaces, protecting the environment, and ensuring all operations consistently meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements.
NO DISCRIMINATION
Sarena Textile employs and treat workers on the basis of their ability to do the job, not on the basis of their personal characteristics or beliefs. All employees are treated irrespective of their gender, race, colour, language, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religious beliefs, political opinion, marital status, disability, property, age, sexual orientation or any other association.
CHILD LABOUR
Sarena Textile Industries strictly prohibits child labour. Employment is only permitted for individuals aged 18 years or older. We are committed to upholding ethical labour practices, ensuring all workers meet the minimum age requirement, and maintaining a safe, responsible, and legally compliant workplace that respects the rights and well-being of every employee.
FORCED LABOUR
Sarena Textile strictly prohibits all forms of forced labour, including human trafficking, involuntary prison labour, indentured labour, bonded labour, or any other coercive practices. We are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards, ensuring every worker is employed voluntarily, treated fairly, and able to work in a safe and respectful environment.
FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION
Sarena Textile fully respects workers’ rights to freely join associations of their choosing. We do not interfere with any employee who lawfully and peacefully wishes to associate, organize, or engage in collective bargaining, ensuring that all workers can exercise their rights safely, fairly, and without fear of reprisal or discrimination.
HARASSMENT & ABUSE
Sarena Textile treats all employees with dignity and respect, strictly prohibiting any form of bullying, harassment, intimidation, violence, corporal punishment, or physical and mental abuse. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where every worker can perform their duties free from coercion or mistreatment.
DISCIPLINARY PRACTICES
Sarena Textile places respect among all employees as a core principle. Any form of disrespectful or violent behavior, including verbal or physical offenses, is strictly prohibited. We are committed to fostering a workplace built on mutual respect, professionalism, and cooperation, ensuring a safe and harmonious environment for everyone.
WORKING HOURS
Sarena Textile ensures that all working hours fully comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. Employees’ hours are monitored to prevent exceeding maximum limits, promoting fair labor practices, protecting worker well-being, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance while adhering to legal requirements and fostering a safe, compliant workplace.
WAGES & BENEFITS
Sarena Textile provides all legally mandated holidays, leaves, benefits, and bonuses, including official holidays, annual leave, sick leave, maternity leave, social security, and retirement benefits. We are committed to ensuring employees receive their full entitlements, supporting their well-being, financial security, and work-life balance in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
MIGRANT WORKERS
Sarena Textile ensures that migrant workers enjoy the same rights and responsibilities as local employees. This includes fair remuneration, equitable hiring practices, access to training, and other benefits outlined in this Code of Conduct, guaranteeing full compliance with applicable laws and promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion across the organization.
This Code is a statement of certain fundamental principles, policies, and procedures that govern the Management, Officers, Supervisors, and Employees in the conduct of our business. It is not intended to and does not create any rights in any employee, supervisor, officer, management, supplier, borrower, competitor, or any other person/entity.