1. Introduction
This policy aims to support Trio's strategies for promoting social responsibility, environmental sustainability and sound corporate governance practices. These practices aim to maintain a balance between profits and the generation of positive impacts on the planet and society, valuing efficiency in business continuity, so that no service interruptions occur, as well as the well-being of its employees.
Trio is committed to maintaining the highest level of governance, with a skilled team, advanced technology and a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, thereby promoting business continuity with profitability and sustainable growth for the company, its customers and partners.
2. Terms and definitions
2.1. When referred to in this policy, the following terms shall have the following meanings:
2.1.1. PRSAC: Política de Responsabilidade Social, Ambiental e Climática (Social, Environmental and Climate Responsibility Policy).
2.1.2. LGPD: Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (Brazil's General Data Protection Law).
3. Scope
3.1. This policy applies to all Trio companies and their employees, regardless of the activities they perform or the positions and functions they hold, as well as to their customers, suppliers, partners and service providers.
4. Guidelines
4.1. Commitment to Responsibility
4.1.1. Development of products for better adaptation to climate change through the assessment and identification of risks to the business.
4.1.2. Establish operating procedures for the proper handling, storage, use and disposal of waste, developing effective management in order to prevent contamination of water, soil and air.
4.1.3. Implement measures for the sustainable use of biodiversity and the conservation of the environment, such as entering into partnerships with institutions dedicated to biodiversity and education.
4.1.4. Promote employee awareness of the importance of the subject.
4.1.5. Prevention of noise pollution (noise and vibration) by mapping the points of noise and vibration emission at the company's facilities.
4.1.6. Constant monitoring of air quality through regular maintenance of the company's machinery and equipment.
4.1.7. Identification, assessment and careful handling of all hazardous products used by the company.
4.1.8. Management of contaminated areas, if any, including notifying the competent authorities of the contamination and following the established procedures.
4.1.9. Respect for and appreciation of diversity of gender, ethnicity, belief, political opinion, nationality, social origin and sexual orientation, as well as of persons with disabilities and of different age groups – any discriminatory behavior on any grounds being prohibited.
4.1.10. Prohibition of any form of slave labor and of child labor and exploitation, except for persons over 14 (fourteen) years of age in the position of young apprentices; and also prohibition of any form of sexual or moral harassment, extending this guideline to the service providers, suppliers and third parties involved in its line of business.
4.1.11. Encourage the training of employees for the performance of their duties, promoting professional development and qualification.
4.1.12. Promotion of health and safety for all employees and third parties, seeking people's quality of life and ensuring that all activities are conducted safely, preventing accidents and illnesses.
4.1.13. Ensuring compliance with the rules and regulations on occupational health and safety.
4.1.14. Ensuring compliance with the laws and regulations relating to employees, promoting fair compensation that is competitive with the practices of each sector and offering a benefits package that promotes employee well-being.
4.1.15. Respect for the privacy guidelines regarding the personal data of its employees, partners, suppliers, customers and third parties, always seeking to comply with the obligations set forth in law and in Trio's other internal rules.
4.1.16. Establishment of policies, processes, strategies and guidance covering topics such as corporate conduct, the whistleblowing channel, relations with government entities and politicians, and transparency in relationships with suppliers, third parties and partners with regard to anti-corruption and anti-bribery practices.
4.1.17. Fair and equal treatment of all partners, executives and employees, taking into account their rights, duties, needs, interests and expectations.
4.1.18. Render account of its actions in a clear, concise, understandable and timely manner, fully accepting the consequences of its acts and omissions and acting with diligence and responsibility within the scope of its roles.
4.1.19. Safeguard Trio's economic viability and financial health.
4.1.20. Training and Education for employees on matters covered by the Social, Environmental and Climate Responsibility Policy and how they relate to their duties.
4.1.21. Compliance with the code of ethics and conduct.
4.1.22. Compliance with the policies on personal data protection, privacy and security of the information gathered by reason of the activities carried out by Trio.
4.1.23. Implementation of ethics and integrity policies and practices, promoting a culture of compliance and the fight against corruption, including encouraging employees to report ethical and conduct violations through anonymous and secure whistleblowing channels, without fear of retaliation.
4.1.24. Performance of periodic internal and external audits.
4.1.25. Information security management, with the establishment of an information security policy defining responsibilities and procedures to protect the company's information assets.
4.1.26. Performance of regular risk and vulnerability assessments to identify potential threats to information security; implementation of appropriate technical security measures and access controls to protect sensitive information; regular training for employees; regular backups of important data; continuous monitoring of IT systems and activity logs to detect suspicious activity or anomalies; establishment of an information security incident response plan; staying constantly up to date on best practices and trends in information security.
4.1.27. Knowledge of and compliance with the personal data protection laws and regulations, the LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados — General Data Protection Law).
4.2. Institutional Commitment
4.2.1. Trio reaffirms its commitment to responsibility for the social, environmental and climate impacts arising from its activities, processes, products and services, observing the principles of sustainability and corporate governance.
4.3. Strategic Objectives
4.3.1. This Policy is aligned with the institution's strategic objectives, so as to integrate social, environmental and climate responsibility practices into corporate planning, contributing to the creation of long-term sustainable value.
4.4. Business Opportunities
4.4.1. Trio seeks to identify and develop business opportunities related to social, environmental and climate aspects, promoting innovation, operational efficiency and competitive advantages, in accordance with market best practices.
4.5. Competitiveness and Regulatory Environment
4.5.1. The guidelines set forth herein take into account the competitive conditions of the sector and the current regulatory environment, ensuring that the institution's activities comply with the applicable rules and keeping track of any regulatory changes that affect its business.
5. General provisions
5.1. This policy is aligned with the other policies of the Trio companies and will be reassessed by the compliance department whenever necessary, taking into account the reports issued by internal audit and legislative updates.
5.2. If you have any questions about any item or the application of this policy, contact compliance@trio.com.br or use the website trio.com.br
5.3. If you are aware of, or have any indication of, non-compliance with the terms of this policy, contact compliance@trio.com.br, anonymously or with identification, or use the website trio.com.br.
6. Annexes and related documents
Not applicable