Ethics and Compliance Code
This code defines our values, principles and commitments to employees, partners and society.
Introduction
This Ethics and Compliance Code represents the fundamental principles, values and rules of conduct governing LASERCUT s.r.o. in providing services under the LASERCUT brand.
It is binding for all:
- Employees
- Managers
- Collaborators
- Suppliers
- Partners and subcontractors
The goal is to ensure that all LASERCUT activities are conducted transparently, professionally, safely and in compliance with the law.
1. Core Values
LASERCUT is guided by the following values:
- Integrity – we act honestly, transparently and fairly.
- Responsibility – we are accountable for our decisions and results.
- Quality and professionalism – we maintain the highest technical and ethical standards.
- Safety – we protect health, property and information.
- Respect – we respect customers, employees and partners.
- Sustainability – we promote environmentally and socially responsible behaviour.
2. Compliance with Legal Regulations
LASERCUT s.r.o. complies with all applicable:
- Laws of the Slovak Republic
- Regulations and directives of the European Union
- Technical standards for metal processing and laser technologies
- Occupational health and safety and fire protection regulations
- Personal data processing rules under GDPR
Every LASERCUT employee and partner is obliged to act in accordance with the law in every activity, whether technical, administrative or commercial.
3. Ethical Conduct and Integrity
We commit to:
- Truthful and accurate information to customers
- Respecting agreements, deadlines and contractual terms
- Rejecting any fraud, corruption or conflict of interest
- Transparent and fair approach to orders and offers
- Protecting customers' technical data
Any unethical conduct is unacceptable.
4. Corruption and Conflict of Interest
LASERCUT applies zero tolerance towards:
- Direct and indirect bribes
- Reciprocal services or illegal gifts
- Favouring suppliers or partners
- Any forms of corrupt behaviour
Employees are obliged to:
- Avoid conflict of interest situations
- Report any suspicious behaviour or offers
- Not accept gifts that exceed the usual social framework
5. Data Protection
LASERCUT complies with GDPR and information security principles. We protect:
- Customers' personal data
- Technical drawings and CAD models
- Know-how and confidential documents
- Business information
- Access credentials and internal systems
We store data securely, provide it only to necessary persons, do not use it for marketing without consent, and process it only for production and administrative purposes.
6. Occupational Safety (OHS)
LASERCUT operations strictly comply with:
- Act No. 124/2006 on OHS
- All standards for working with laser and CNC equipment
- Mandatory employee training
- Use of personal protective equipment
- Regular machine maintenance
- Safety in material handling
The safety of employees, customers and partners is an absolute priority.
7. Environmental Protection
LASERCUT commits to:
- Minimising waste and energy consumption
- Sorting and recycling metal waste
- Using efficient technological processes
- Supporting the circular economy
- Reducing the carbon footprint of production
We act in accordance with the EU Green Deal and Slovak environmental law.
8. Fair Conditions and Human Rights
LASERCUT:
- Complies with the Labour Code
- Supports equal opportunities
- Rejects discrimination of any kind
- Ensures a safe and dignified working environment
- Prevents any forms of coercion or abuse
9. Responsible Sourcing
From all suppliers we require:
- Compliance with legal regulations
- Ethical conduct
- Respect for labour rights
- Fair business practices
- Transparent documentation of material origin
We cooperate only with suppliers who comply with ESG and EU standards.
10. Reporting Violations (Whistleblowing)
In accordance with the EU Whistleblower Directive (2019/1937) and Act No. 307/2014, every employee, customer or partner can safely report:
- Corrupt behaviour
- Fraud
- Safety violations
- Law violations
- Production quality threats
- Misuse of data or technical documentation
The whistleblower is protected from any form of retaliation.
11. Monitoring and Compliance
LASERCUT s.r.o.:
- Regularly monitors compliance with this code
- Conducts internal audits
- Evaluates compliance risks
- Provides employee training
- Updates the code to reflect legislative changes
Violation of the code may lead to disciplinary measures or termination of cooperation.
12. Public Commitment
This Ethics and Compliance Code is:
- Binding for all LASERCUT employees
- Publicly available on the website
- Regularly updated
- The foundation for building trust with clients and partners
13. Contact
LASERCUT s.r.o. (LASERCUT Service)
E-mail: [email protected]
Correspondence address: Rožňavská 2 821 04, Bratislava, Slovak Republic