Code of Conduct for Vendors and Contractors

 

 

The following Code of Conduct establishes American Eagle¡¯s policy of working with

only those vendors and contractors who share our commitment to ethical and

responsible business principles including protection for the rights of individuals,

promotion of equal opportunity and respect for the environment. This Code of

Conduct must be communicated to all workers and posted prominently in the

workplace in their language.

Child Labor

American Eagle vendors and contractors are prohibited from using child labor as defined

by local laws and regulations. Irrespective of local law, our vendors will not use workers

younger than the age of 15 or the compulsory age to be in school.

Forced or Involuntary Labor

American Eagle vendors are prohibited from using forced or involuntary labor, including

prisoners, bonded or indentured workers. We will not purchase or utilize products from

businesses utilizing forced or involuntary labor.

Disciplinary Actions and Harassment

Vendors and contractors must treat employees in a fair manner with dignity and respect.

Our vendors will not tolerate or use corporal punishment, threats of violence, or other

forms of physical, psychological, or sexual harassment or abuse.

Nondiscrimination

American Eagle respects cultural differences; however, our contractors and vendors are not

permitted to discriminate in hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, religion,

age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender or political opinion.

Freedom of Association

Vendors and contractors must respect the rights of employees to associate freely, join

organizations of their choice and bargain collectively without unlawful interference.

Health and Safety

Contractors and vendors must provide workers with a safe and healthy work environment

that complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Employees must have access to

potable water and sanitary facilities, and all workplaces must have adequate fire safety,

lighting and ventilation facilities. Residential facilities, if provided to workers, must also

meet these requirements.

Environment

Contractors and vendors must comply with all applicable environmental laws and

regulations.

Inspection and Compliance

Contractors and vendors authorize American Eagle and its authorized agents to engage in

inspection activities to ensure compliance with this Code of Conduct. Such inspection

activities may be unannounced or without prior notice, and may consist of reviews of

applicable books and records as well as private interviews with workers. Contractors and

vendors must maintain on-site all documents and records required to confirm compliance

with this Code of Conduct. Inspections may take place at the workplace environment,

including the manufacturing facility, as well as employer provided housing and related

facilities.

Compensation

Contractors and vendors shall comply with all applicable compensation laws and

regulations including those relating to wages, overtime, hours, piece rates and benefits.

Overtime shall be paid at the rate not less than that required by local law. Except in

extraordinary circumstances, employees shall not be required to work more than 60 hours

per week, including overtime, and shall be entitled to at least one day off in every seven day

period.

Benefits

Contractors and vendors shall provide workers with all benefits required by law or

regulation including, if required, meals, transportation, health care, child care, and leave

for medical, family, or religious reasons. As required by law or regulation, contactors and

vendors shall make contributions towards workers social security and insurance programs.

Legal Requirements

Contractors and vendors must comply with all laws and regulations applicable to apparel

and related industries including local and national codes, treaties and industry standards

relating to employment, health, safety and the environment.

Contractors and vendors must also comply with applicable United States laws and

regulations relating to imported products including country of origin marking

requirements, labeling requirements, and product and fabric testing requirements