Environmental, Sustainability, and Health Policies

Environmental Policy

This HiringBranch policy is aligned with ISO 14001: Environmental Management Systems

1. Purpose

HiringBranch is committed to conducting its business in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner. As a technology-driven organization, we recognize our responsibility to minimize our environmental impact and contribute positively to global sustainability efforts.

This policy establishes our commitment to environmental protection, pollution prevention, waste reduction, carbon emissions reduction, and green ethical practices in procurement and employment.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all HiringBranch operations, employees, and contractors.

3. Our Commitments

HiringBranch commits to:

3.1 Environmental Protection & Pollution Prevention

• Prevent pollution through responsible operational practices.
• Minimize environmental impact from office operations, energy use, travel, and digital infrastructure.
• Identify and mitigate environmental risks associated with our services and activities.
• Promote responsible waste management practices.

3.2 Waste Reduction

• Reduce waste generation at source.
• Promote reuse, recycling, and responsible disposal of materials.
• Encourage paperless operations and digital-first workflows.
• Implement responsible electronic waste (e-waste) management procedures.

3.3 Carbon Emissions Reduction

• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions through:
  
  • Remote-first operations
  • Energy-efficient technologies
  • Reduced business travel
  • Sustainable office practices
    
    
• Support carbon reduction initiatives where feasible. Currently HiringBranch has donated to planting trees globally through an initiative with Evertreen.

3.4 Green & Ethical Purchasing

• Prioritize suppliers that demonstrate environmental responsibility.
• Favor energy-efficient, sustainable, and low-impact products and services.
• Evaluate vendors based on environmental and ethical standards.
• Encourage suppliers to align with ISO 14001 or equivalent standards.

3.5 Green & Ethical Employment

• Promote remote and hybrid work models to reduce commuting emissions.
• Encourage environmentally responsible behaviors among employees.
• Foster a workplace culture that values environmental stewardship.

3.6 Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Comply with all applicable environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct periodic audits and management reviews in line with ISO 14001 requirements.

4. Governance

Senior leadership is responsible for ensuring the implementation of this policy and allocating appropriate resources to maintain it. This policy will be reviewed annually or upon significant operational changes.

Sustainability Policy

1. Purpose

HiringBranch is committed to integrating sustainability into its business strategy, operations, and corporate culture. We recognize that long-term business success depends on environmental responsibility, ethical governance, and social accountability.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all HiringBranch operations, employees, and contractors.

3. Sustainability Commitments

3.1 Environmental Responsibility

• Support the commitments outlined in our Environmental Policy.
• Continuously reduce our environmental footprint.
• Promote digital efficiency and low-impact operational practices.

3.2 Green & Ethical Purchasing

• Incorporate environmental and ethical criteria into procurement decisions.
• Avoid suppliers engaged in environmentally harmful or unethical practices.
• Promote transparency within our supply chain.

3.3 Ethical Employment Practices

• Promote equal opportunity and inclusive hiring practices.
• Provide fair wages and equitable employment conditions.
• Maintain a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
• Encourage remote and flexible work arrangements to reduce environmental impact.
• Support employee well-being and work-life balance.

3.4 Social Responsibility

• Uphold high standards of integrity and corporate governance.
• Protect data privacy and digital security.
• Engage responsibly with clients, partners, and communities.
• Encourage community engagement and environmental awareness initiatives.

3.5 Continuous Improvement

• Regularly review sustainability performance.
• Report transparently on sustainability initiatives where applicable.
• Continuously improve sustainability practices across operations.

4. Governance & Accountability

Senior leadership is accountable for integrating sustainability into strategic planning and operational decision-making. This policy will be reviewed annually.

Health & Safety Policy

This HiringBranch policy is aligned with ISO 45001: Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems

1. Purpose

HiringBranch is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all employees, contractors, and stakeholders. We recognize that proactive health and safety management is essential to organizational success and employee well-being.

This policy aligns with the principles of ISO 45001 and demonstrates our commitment to maintaining robust occupational health and safety (OH&S) processes.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all HiringBranch personnel, including remote employees and contractors.

3. Health & Safety Commitments

3.1 Safe Work Environment

• Provide safe and healthy working conditions.
• Identify, assess, and control occupational health and safety risks.
• Implement preventive and protective measures to reduce workplace hazards.
• Support safe remote working environments.

3.2 Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Comply with all applicable occupational health and safety laws and regulations.
• Align our OH&S management system with ISO 45001 standards.
• Maintain documented health and safety procedures.

3.3 Risk Assessment & Hazard Control

• Conduct periodic risk assessments.
• Implement controls based on the hierarchy of risk control (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE).
• Maintain incident reporting and investigation procedures.
• Take corrective and preventive actions as required.

3.4 Employee Participation & Consultation

• Encourage employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
• Provide accessible reporting mechanisms for hazards and concerns.
• Ensure no retaliation for reporting safety issues.
• Maintain open communication regarding workplace risks and mitigation efforts.

3.5 Training & Awareness

• Provide health and safety training appropriate to roles and risks.
• Offer guidance for ergonomic safety, especially for remote workers.
• Promote mental health and psychosocial well-being.

3.6 Emergency Preparedness

• Develop and maintain emergency preparedness and response procedures.
• Conduct periodic testing and reviews of emergency plans.
• Ensure employees understand emergency protocols.

3.7 Continuous Improvement

• Monitor health and safety performance.
• Conduct internal audits and management reviews.
• Continuously improve our OH&S management system.

4. Leadership & Accountability

Senior leadership is responsible for:

• Providing the resources necessary to implement this policy.
• Demonstrating a visible commitment to health and safety.
• Ensuring integration of OH&S into business processes.

All employees are responsible for:

• Following safety procedures.
• Reporting hazards and incidents.
• Contributing to a safe workplace culture.

This policy will be reviewed annually or following significant organizational changes.