Code of Conduct

In our daily work, we consider how we can minimize our impact on the environment and society and contribute to solving various issues.

We pursue and implement appropriate methods that contribute to solving various environmental and social issues in active cooperation with internal and external stakeholders.

We recognize that the voice of customers is the foundation of our activities.

We always listen to the voice of customers and make efforts to understand and study their needs.

We strive to improve and innovate all of our business processes by making good use of the valuable opinions of customers obtained through various media and opportunities.

We pursue customer trust and satisfaction by offering products and services that meet their needs.

We prioritize the quality of our products and services as well as customer safety and security in every business activity.

We manage all of our products and services strictly in order to comply with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.

If any defect or malfunction is found in our products or services at any time, we disclose the fact and take actions immediately.

We strive to increase the efficiency of our business activities in order to provide our customers with high-quality products and services at fair prices.

In order to reduce costs, we actively implement corporate transformations, profitability improvement activities, and NYS (New Yazaki System) improvement activities.

We provide necessary information to ensure that customers can use our products and services safely and appropriately.

We understand that the personal or technological information acquired through business activities is highly confidential, and mistreatment of such information could cause a significant loss or negative impact on the Yazaki Group and third parties.

We properly manage all confidential information, including that of customers and business partners, in accordance with our information security rules and guidelines.

We understand the risks associated with our responsibilities.

We pursue risk prevention in accordance with risk management policies and relevant rules.

We understand the impact on society of the Yazaki Group’s suspension of operations in the event of an emergency.

We develop a Business Continuity Plan* in preparation for emergencies in order to promptly restore and continue business operations. We maintain the effectiveness of the plan by conducting periodical reviews and trainings.

In the event of an emergency, we prioritize the lives of employees and local residents above all else.

In the event of an emergency, we take actions in accordance with the Business Continuity Plan.

We consider the social circumstances of each community and act with respect for its culture and customs.

We conduct activities for the community’s sustainable development together with local residents and provide possible support.

We fully understand and comply with the standards required by the international community and the laws and regulations of each country and region where we operate.

Whether inside or outside of our workplace, we comply with the laws and regulations of each country and region where we operate, as well as international codes of conduct. We act with integrity in accordance with the Yazaki Group’s Code of Conduct, company rules, business ethics, and societal norms.

We carefully confirm that all Yazaki Group’s imports and exports* comply with the laws and regulations of each country and region, and that there is no risk of their use in the development of weapons and related purposes.

We follow appropriate procedures in compliance with laws and regulations, as well as company rules when importing or exporting.

We respect the intellectual property rights* of others.

We always strive to acquire intellectual property rights through innovative approach to our work.

We recognize that our intellectual property is an important company asset and protect it.

We take various opportunities to communicate our corporate activities, including social initiatives, to local residents. We also listen to their honest opinions and reflect them in our corporate activities where appropriate.

We strive to improve transparency in corporate management by sharing accurate information in a timely manner and engaging in sincere dialogues with stakeholders.

We disclose our business activities to local residents through open-house events and factory tours.

We do not offer entertainment, gifts, or donations and contributions to government officials, politicians, customers, or others for the purpose of obtaining undue benefits.

We do not engage in any false reporting or improper accounting practices in our business operations and always produce accurate and transparent reports.

We comply with environmental laws and regulations.

We actively promote activities aimed at achieving the voluntary environmental standards and goals.

We appropriately disclose information about the environmental impact of our business activities and global environmental conservation activities

We actively respond to comments and requests from external stakeholders regarding our environmental activities.

We actively promote the effective use of energy and resources.

We actively promote 5R concept* to build a recyclingbased society.

We promote zero landfill waste activity by recycling generated waste, as well as treating it properly and safely.

In order to develop environmentally friendly products, we understand the environmental impact of our products at every stage, including raw materials, manufacturing, product use, and disposal.

We actively participate in environmental and nature conservation activities led by the government or local communities, such as tree-planting and clean-up projects.

We engage in dialogues with our business partners about the initiatives aimed at resolving sustainability issues on a day-to-day basis.

We do not request entertainment or gifts from our business partners. We do not receive entertainment or gifts that go beyond socially accepted norms.

We do not engage in activities to gain personal interest that could harm the Yazaki Group’s interest.

When dealing with business partners owned or managed by relatives or close friends, we ensure that transactions are conducted appropriately and without any impropriety.

We cooperate to maintain social order and do not associate with any anti-social forces or groups.

We resolutely refuse any relationship with anti-social forces or groups, even if in the form of ordinary business transactions, demands, or requests.

We do not make agreements or engage in communications with our competitors concerning the prices, production quantities, geographical market areas, sales periods, or specifications of products and services, which are prohibited as cartel*1 practices.

We do not carry out unfair business transactions for products and services, such as tie-in sales or resale price maintenance or restriction*2 or other improper transactions.

We do not make false or exaggerated labeling of its products and services

We do not engage in any illegal activities such as obstructing transactions with competitors, improperly acquiring information on competitors’ new technologies or products, or unlawfully obtaining information from customers or business partners.

We fully understand and comply with the intent of internal rules established to prevent activities that may lead to or be associated with cartel conduct prohibited by antitrust and competition laws, in order to ensure that violations of such laws never occur again.

We encourage our business partners to comply with laws and regulations, as well as introduce and promote their own social responsibility initiatives.

In accordance with Yazaki Global Responsible Mineral Policy, we strive to avoid any involvement in human rights violations, including issues related to conflict minerals.

We earn the trust through dialogue with the management.

We promote communication in the workplace.

We value consideration for others.

We comply with work rules and other regulations stated clearly by the company and contribute to its development.

We do not engage in any acts prohibited under company regulations, nor in any form of misconduct or dishonest behavior, including embezzlement, fraud, or unauthorized disclosure of confidential information.

We eliminate all forms of discrimination, based on the differences such as nationality, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, birthplace, educational background, relative, religion, and employment status.

In accordance with Yazaki Group Human Rights Policy, we respect the human rights of all people involved in the Yazaki Group’s business activities.

We pay close attention to ensure that no forced labor and child labor takes place in any of our business activities.

We do not engage in any behavior that could be considered bullying or harassment.

We comply with all applicable laws and internal rules and strive to create a safe working environment.

We proactively take actions to prevent the onset of and the progression of illness and strive to maintain and improve our health.

We strive to manage our own safety and health, while being attentive to the safety and health of others.

We work under equitable working conditions including wage and working hours in accordance with the labor laws.

We comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to worker dispatch.

We set and manage objectives under our personnel system to ensure that we can make the most of our abilities when performing our work.

We actively enhance the skills and knowledge required for our work, and the abilities necessary for our own career development.