HP Human rights & labor policy

Human rights are the standards of treatment to which all people are entitled. The most widely recognized definition is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations in 1948. Although human rights are principally the responsibility of national governments, this has become an increasingly important issue for business.

We are committed to respect our employees’ human rights. Managers are responsible for ensuring adherence to our global personnel policies and guidelines. HP’s Supply Chain Code of Conduct requires the protection of human rights by our suppliers. We will abide by our policies or local law, whichever sets higher standards.

Human rights and labor policy

HP supports and respects the protection of international human rights within the sphere of our influence, and ensures that we are not complicit in human rights abuses.

Freely-chosen employment. Ensure no forced, bonded or involuntary prison labor is used in the production of HP products or services. Ensure that the overall terms of employment are voluntary.

No child labor. Comply with local minimum age laws and requirements and do not employ child labor.

Minimum wages. Compensate our workers with wages and benefits that meet or exceed the legally required minimum.

Working hours. Do not require workers to work more than the maximum hours of daily labor set by local laws. Comply with overtime pay requirements

No discrimination. Prohibit discrimination based on race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity, religion, disability, union membership or political affiliation

No harsh or inhumane treatment. Prohibit physical abuse, harassment or the threat of either.

Freedom of association. Respect the rights of workers to organize in labor unions in accordance with local laws and established practice.