Policies and Compliance

Printvision Ethical Trading & Compliance Statement

Our Commitment

Printvision UK Ltd is committed to conducting business responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with applicable employment, health & safety, environmental, and human rights standards.

We recognise the importance of protecting the rights, wellbeing, and safety of workers throughout our business operations and supply chain.

Our company supports the principles of the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code and aims to operate in a manner consistent with recognised ethical trading standards.

Employment Standards

Printvision is committed to:

  • ensuring employment is freely chosen
  • preventing forced, bonded, or involuntary labour
  • preventing child labour
  • providing fair and lawful working conditions
  • promoting equality and non-discrimination
  • preventing harassment, bullying, and abusive treatment
  • supporting fair working hours and lawful pay practices
  • respecting employee rights and wellbeing

Health & Safety

We are committed to maintaining a safe and hygienic working environment through:

  • health & safety policies and procedures
  • employee induction and training
  • risk assessments and COSHH controls
  • fire safety arrangements
  • accident reporting procedures
  • ongoing workplace monitoring and improvement

Modern Slavery & Ethical Conduct

Printvision operates a zero-tolerance approach to:

  • modern slavery
  • forced labour
  • human trafficking
  • unethical working practices

We expect suppliers, contractors, and business partners to operate responsibly and comply with applicable employment and labour standards.

Environmental Responsibility

Printvision is committed to reducing environmental impact where reasonably practicable through:

  • waste reduction and recycling
  • responsible disposal practices
  • efficient use of resources
  • consideration of environmental impacts within business operations

Data Protection & Confidentiality

We are committed to protecting confidential, employee, customer, and company information through:

  • cyber security measures
  • confidentiality procedures
  • controlled access to systems and information
  • GDPR compliance practices

Reporting Concerns

Employees, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders are encouraged to raise concerns regarding unethical, unsafe, or unlawful behaviour.

Concerns may be raised through management or HR channels and will be handled appropriately and confidentially where possible.

Continuous Improvement

Printvision UK Ltd is committed to continuous improvement in ethical trading, workplace standards, health & safety, and responsible business practices.


Modern Slavery & Ethical Labour Policy

1. Statement

Printvision UK Ltd operates a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking in all areas of its business and supply chain. We operate with integrity and transparency and expect the same standards from all suppliers and partners.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

  • All employees
  • Temporary and agency workers
  • Contractors and suppliers

3. Our Commitments

We commit to:

  • Employing all staff voluntarily, with no forced or bonded labour
  • Not withholding identity documents or deposits
  • Providing clear employment contracts in a language understood by workers
  • Paying wages in line with legal requirements
  • Ensuring workers are free to leave employment with reasonable notice
  • Not engaging in any form of child labour

4. Recruitment Practices

  • We ensure all workers have the legal right to work
  • We do not use recruitment practices that could lead to exploitation
  • Where agencies are used, we require them to operate ethically and legally

5. Supply Chain Responsibility

  • We aim to work with reputable suppliers and expect them to operate in compliance with applicable laws and ethical standards. Where appropriate, we may request confirmation of their compliance.
  • We may request evidence of their compliance
  • We reserve the right to review or terminate relationships if standards are not met

6. Reporting Concerns

Employees are encouraged to report any concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices through:

  • The grievance procedure
  • The whistleblowing policy

All reports will be treated confidentially and investigated appropriately.

7. Responsibility & Review

The Head of Finance & HR is responsible for implementation and compliance of this policy and ensuring it is communicated to all staff.

This policy will be reviewed annually. This policy is aligned with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.


Environmental Policy

1. Statement

Printvision UK Ltd is committed to reducing its environmental impact and operating in an environmentally responsible manner. We aim to comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, and business operations of Printvision UK Ltd.

3. Our Commitments

We are committed to:

  • Complying with all relevant environmental legislation
  • Minimising waste and promoting recycling where possible
  • Using resources such as energy and water efficiently
  • Reducing environmental impact where reasonably practicable
  • Disposing of waste in a responsible and compliant manner
  • Considering environmental impacts when selecting suppliers, products, and materials where reasonably practicable
  • Reducing unnecessary printing and encouraging digital systems where practical

4. Responsibilities

  • Management is responsible for implementing this policy
  • Employees are expected to follow environmental practices and report any concerns
  • Employees are encouraged to support environmental initiatives and reduce unnecessary waste where possible

5. Continuous Improvement

Printvision UK Ltd will aim to improve its environmental performance over time where reasonably practicable.

6. Responsibility & Review

The Head of Finance & HR is responsible for maintaining and reviewing this policy.

This policy will be reviewed annually.