Norte Energia’s Occupational Health and Safety team carries out regular field inspections and documentary audits to verify legal compliance and suppliers’ working conditions. In total, 515 suppliers were evaluated. Regarding previous cycles, 37 suppliers were assessed for their environmental impacts and 14 (for all of which improvements were agreed as a result of the assessment carried out) were identified as causing real negative impacts (change in air, soil and water quality, as well as use of natural resources) and potential impacts (change in water/soil quality with contamination of aquatic inhabitants; loss of fauna and flora individuals; contamination of soil, air and/or water; proliferation of pests and vectors). During this process, any inconsistency identified results in the opening of a Deviation Record, in which the necessary adjustments are documented and addressed to ensure technical and legal compliance. In more serious cases, such as suspected child labor or conditions analogous to slavery, the activity is immediately halted and the situation is reported to managers, the legal department and compliance for assessment and appropriate measures, which may include the immediate suspension of all contracts with the company in question.
Indicator:
gri 308-2