Communication on Progress

SINAK Corporation 2013-2014 Communication on Progress

Participant
Published
  • 19-May-2014
Time period
  • May 2013  –  May 2014
Format
  • Stand alone document – Basic COP Template
Differentiation Level
  • This COP qualifies for the Global Compact Active level
Self-assessment
  • Includes a CEO statement of continued support for the UN Global Compact and its ten principles
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Human Rights
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Labour
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Environment
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Anti-Corruption
  • Includes a measurement of outcomes
 
  • Statement of continued support by the Chief Executive Officer

  • Statement of the company's chief executive (CEO or equivalent) expressing continued support for the Global Compact and renewing the company's ongoing commitment to the initiative and its principles.

  • In the year May 2012 - May 2014 SINAK Corporation saw growth again in its number of employees, this was due to the increased interest in our international market. We are very fortunate to be associated with very well respected companies in the US and International market. Like every year this coming year will be no different for SINAK Corporation to confirm that it supports the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact in the areas of Human Rights, Labour, Environment and Anti-Corruption.

    In this annual Communication on Progress, we reaffirm our actions to continually improve the integration of the Global Compact and its principles into our business strategy, culture and daily operations. We also commit to share this information with our stakeholders using our primary channels of communication.

    MISSION STATEMENT
    To develop, manufacture and market a unique family of products that protect, enhance and extend the life cycle of various surfaces in an environmentally friendly manner. To maintain a sterling reputation for integrity and fair dealing, and to provide superior technical support and customer service to ensure proper product application.

    Regards,

    S.S. Kuerbis
    President
    SINAK Corporation

Human Rights
  • Assessment, policy and goals

  • Description of the relevance of human rights for the company (i.e. human rights risk-assessment). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on Human Rights.

  • We are committed to the highest standards of human rights protection. Although our Board of Directors has ultimate responsibility for decision-making and for compliance with all human rights laws and regulations applicable to our business, it is in the corporate culture at SINAK that no matter the seniority, every employee has the right to speak-up on any situation or in-house issue that concerns them. The results are seen at the office in that every employee enjoys a positive workspace each day.

    As we grow and expand into new markets we will continue to support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights regulations and make sure our employees on every level are never complicit in human rights abuses.

  • Implementation

  • Description of concrete actions to implement Human Rights policies, address Human Rights risks and respond to Human Rights violations.

  • For our corporate headquarters the posters for the Fair Labor Standards Act and the OSHA Job Safety and Health Protection are on display in our office.

    SINAK conducts monthly team meetings to discuss office Standard Operating Procedures.

  • Measurement of outcomes

  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates performance.

  • Our low turnover rate speaks volumes about our corporate policies.

Labour
  • Assessment, policy and goals

  • Description of the relevance of labour rights for the company (i.e. labour rights-related risks and opportunities). Description of written policies, public commitments and company goals on labour rights.

  • SINAK Corporation operates within the labor laws that allow freedom of association, including the right to engage in collective bargaining. We encourage every employee to be involved in our sustainable development program. Our employees are expected to carry out their work according to the highest ethical standards.

    SINAK is an equal opportunity employer. We offer all of our employees a competitive salary and benefit package. This package includes a basic salary, medical insurance, and the opportunity to earn a performance bonus. SINAK has a very low level of turnover, which we believe speaks to our high level of work ethic as well as providing a supportive and safe work place.

    SINAK Corporation does not and will not employ children for labor. We will continue to encourage all of our stakeholders to adhere to the highest standard of decent work and labor practices.

    Regardless of gender, race, religion or physical disability SINAK Corporation provides a supportive and safe work place in accordance with all applicable equal opportunity laws and regulations.

  • Implementation

  • Description of concrete actions taken by the company to implement labour policies, address labour risks and respond to labour violations.

  • Our corporate handbook that is issued to each employee lays out the corporate policy for employment regarding compensation, health insurance, and vacation policy.

  • Measurement of outcomes

  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates performance.

  • Our low turnover rate speaks volumes about our corporate policies.

Environment
  • Assessment, policy and goals

  • Description of the relevance of environmental protection for the company (i.e. environmental risks and opportunities). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on environmental protection.

  • We still offer our biodegradable packaging but this past year we helped our customers and the environment by offering a concentrate version of our sealers. This move will reduce transportation costs and waste which will decrease our carbon footprint. SINAK’s clear treatments have been tested and GREENGUARD® Indoor Air Quality Certified; and semi-annual product testing and qualification continue.

  • Implementation

  • Description of concrete actions to implement environmental policies, address environmental risks and respond to environmental incidents.

  • At SINAK our commitment to the environment has been integrated in our products as well as our corporate culture. We support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges. We commit to undertaking initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility, which has been exemplified by our constant research and development to find the most efficient bio-friendly technologies.

    We have subscribed to Chemtrec for after hours safety measures for on site safety in case of product spills.

  • Measurement of outcomes

  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates environmental performance.

  • No answer provided.
Anti-Corruption
  • Assessment, policy and goals

  • Description of the relevance of anti-corruption for the company (i.e. anti-corruption risk-assessment). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on anti-corruption.

  • Fair dealing is at the heart of the SINAK Corporation Mission Statement. SINAK’s code of conduct has been expanded to incorporate a policy covering anti-corruption, extortion, bribery and conflict of interest.

  • Implementation

  • Description of concrete actions to implement anti-corruption policies, address anti-corruption risks and respond to incidents.

  • SINAK's anti-corruption policy is noted in our employee handbook

  • Measurement of outcomes

  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates anti-corruption performance.

  • No answer provided.