Forced labour refers to any work or service performed against a person’s will under the threat of punishment. Child labour is defined as work that is mentally, physically, socially and/or morally dangerous or harmful for children under the age of 18, and that interferes with their schooling. Forced labour and child labour are closely linked and are usually caused by poverty and discrimination.
Strict Warning Against the Use of Child Labour
AEP is committed to not having any of these practices within our Group, and based our labour policy on the International Labor Organisation (ILO) conventions, as well as national laws. We restrict employment to those above the local minimum employment age, or the mandatory school age, whichever is higher. Our policy also includes an explicit ban on the use of any forced labour or exploitative working conditions.
Children at PT Ukindo
Our labour policy is clearly communicated to all employees in a manner in which it can be understood through training programmes and policy manuals. Employment contracts and other records that document all relevant details of the employees, are maintained at all units and are open to verification by any authorised personnel or relevant statutory body.
Schoolchildren at PT Ukindo
Schoolchildren at PT BPJ
Any contractor appointed is also briefed on the Group’s strict policy on this matter and there is zero tolerance towards its breach when reported.
Children Playing at PT Ukindo's Set-aside Reserve
