Human Rights and Labour Practices
Supporting the Sustainable Development Goals
The Company upholds and respects human rights in its business operations, from the operational level throughout the entire value chain. We recognize that the Company has direct influence over practices related to the rights of employees within the group, and we are committed to protecting employee rights in line with international declarations and principles, as well as Thai law. These include the Labor Protection Act B.E. 2541 (1998), the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, and the International Labour Organization Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. This commitment also extends to vulnerable stakeholders such as temporary staff, operational workers, and contractors, ensuring that everyone is treated equally under human rights principles.
The Company acknowledges the potential risks that may arise within its value chain or through business partners. We are dedicated to closing these gaps and strengthening human rights protection in all business activities, regardless of who is affected or their position in the value chain. Plan B strictly adheres to human rights principles and does not tolerate any form of human rights violation. This commitment is emphasized in our Code of Business Ethics and is consistently reflected in our daily operations. Respecting the human rights of stakeholders is at the core of Plan B’s business practices. We prioritize risk assessment and stakeholder engagement to identify groups that may be at risk of adverse impacts.
Focusing on the following key human rights issues:
- Human rights in business operations
- Occupational health and safety
- Workplace environment
- Fair compensation
- Equal treatment and non-discrimination
- Freedom of association
- Human rights in the supply chain and with business partners
- Rights of employees with diverse gender identities and cultural backgrounds
Goals and Performance Highlights
Goals
Ensure
100% of employees
complete online training and comprehension testing on human rights awareness and learning
Maintain equality in employment and compensation, based strictly on ability and performance, not on gender, age, race, or status
Expand human rights due diligence in the supply chain, requiring
100% of business partners and suppliers
to sign and comply with the Supplier Code of Conduct
Safeguard employee health and workplace environment, ensuring safety in line with international standards and achieving
Zero
workplace accidents
Record
Zero
complaints related to human rights, such as discrimination or harassment
Performance Highlights
In 2024, the Company received
No complaints
or reports regarding human rights violations, and there were no incidents of discrimination or harassment within the organization
Commitment, Challenge and Opportunity
Commitment
Plan B believes that people are at the heart of sustainable development. We are committed to fostering a corporate culture that respects human dignity, promotes diversity and equality, and ensures fair labor practices so that everyone feels valued and grows together with the organization.
Challenges
- Upholding human rights standards amidst complex laws and regulations
- Preventing risks of discrimination and rights violations within the supply chain
- Aligning operations with increasingly stringent human rights and governance expectations from customers, investors, and society
Opportunities
- Building an open workplace culture that nurtures creativity and innovation
- Positioning the Company as an Employer of Choice, capable of attracting and retaining talented individuals aligned with the organizational identity
- Strengthening credibility, transparency, and stakeholder trust to create social capital that supports stable and sustainable growth
Management Approach and Practices
Plan B places strong importance on gender equality and equity, reflected in the gender diversity of employees across all levels, from governance to operational roles. In 2024, the Company reinforced its human rights commitment by embedding it in the Code of Business Ethics, affirming that the Company recognizes the principles of rights, freedoms, equality, fairness, and peace. Accordingly, everyone should be protected under human rights principles. To ensure compliance, directors, executives, and employees are required to adhere to the following guidelines:
Human Rights Management
Human Rights Policy
Impact Assessment
Integration and Implementation
Monitoring and Communication
Remediation
In addition, employees and stakeholders can report human rights violations either verbally or in writing to their supervisors, the Human Resources department, or through the whistleblowing channel as outlined in the Corporate Governance Handbook. Whistleblowers are protected under the Whistleblower Policy. The Company ensures that all cases are investigated transparently, with appropriate disciplinary or legal measures taken in the event of confirmed violations.
Human Rights Risk Management in the Organization and Value Chain
To ensure effective human rights risk management aligned with international best practices, the Company operates in accordance with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs), the GRI Standards, and Thailand’s National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights (NAP BHR). The Company has identified key human rights risk issues, established corresponding management approaches, and classified them by stakeholder groups. This enables systematic planning, risk management, and grievance handling across the organization and its value chain.
Human Rights Risks within Own Operations
| Key Human Rights Risk Issues | Stakeholders | Mitigation Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Work in High-Risk Areas (e.g., roadside, elevated construction sites), which may compromise employee safety | Employees |
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| Unfair Employment Practices and Inadequate Access to Basic Benefits | Employees |
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| Discrimination and Lack of Inclusion for Diverse Groups, particularly those with diverse gender identities | Employees |
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Human Rights Risks within Value Operations
| Key Human Rights Risk Issues | Stakeholders | Mitigation Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Public safety concerns for communities near advertising structure construction sites | Communities |
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| Violation of labour rights, including excessive working hours, unfair wages, or forced labour in the supply chain | Partners / Suppliers |
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| Violation of personal data privacy rights | Employees / Partners / Stakeholders |
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Approaches to Strengthening the Company’s Human Rights Management System
- Provide training on human rights principles to employees, relevant internal departments, and management personnel of business partners.
- Establish an anonymous and impartial grievance system to report human rights concerns safely and confidentially.
- Conduct periodic HRDD with a focus on high-risk groups within the organization and its supply chain.
- Regularly present human rights risk assessment outcomes to the Executive Committee for oversight and strategic guidance.
Stakeholders Directly Impacted
Employees
Customers
Business Partners
Communities
Shareholders and Investors
