Modern Slavery Statement

Novel Tees is dedicated to eliminating modern slavery from our operations and supply chains. We are committed to upholding human rights, fostering fair and ethical labor practices, and preventing all forms of forced labor, human trafficking, and child labor.

Our Approach:

Risk Assessment: We have carried out a thorough assessment of our operations and supply chains to identify potential modern slavery risks. This includes evaluating our suppliers, subcontractors, and business partners to ensure they adhere to our ethical standards.
Due Diligence: We have established robust due diligence processes to assess and monitor our suppliers and business partners. This involves regular audits, site visits, and ongoing dialogue to ensure compliance with our standards and expectations.
Supplier Code of Conduct: We have created a Supplier Code of Conduct that sets out our expectations for labor practices, human rights, and ethical behavior. All suppliers and business partners are required to adhere to this code and demonstrate their commitment to its principles.
Training and Awareness: We provide training and awareness programs for our employees and key stakeholders to help them recognize and address the risks and signs of modern slavery. This training empowers them to identify and mitigate potential issues.
Collaboration and Engagement: We actively engage with stakeholders, including NGOs, trade unions, and community organizations, to learn from their expertise and collaborate on initiatives to eradicate modern slavery. We also encourage our suppliers and business partners to participate in these collaborative efforts.
Reporting and Transparency: We are committed to transparency and accountability. Each year, we publish our Modern Slavery Statement on our website, detailing the actions we have taken to address modern slavery risks. This statement is accessible to the public, allowing stakeholders to review and evaluate our progress.
Continuous Improvement: We strive for continuous improvement in our practices and processes to mitigate modern slavery risks. We regularly review and update our policies, procedures, and supplier relationships to ensure alignment with international standards and best practices.

We acknowledge that the fight against modern slavery is ongoing, and we are committed to diligently working to prevent and address any instances within our operations and supply chains.

Environmental Policy

Novel Tees is a premium supplier of promotional items, industrial and corporate workwear, uniforms and promotional headwear Australia wide. We have industry experience since 1997 and aim to supply creative products on time and of the high quality that our clients have come to expect.

We are committed to providing our employees with a safe and healthy working environment. We have taken a number of steps to ensure that the impact we have on the environment is minimised as much as possible.

Many of our products are made from recycled and environmentally safe materials
Our salespeople have been trained in the promotion of environmentally safe products
We have introduced a line of clothing that is made from 100% recycled plastic drink bottles
Our marketing and advertisements have been changed to reflect our focus on sustainable products
We have extended our range of non woven, bamboo tote bags
We have completely removed plastic bags from our range

In order to meet our objectives of reducing waste and using more environmentally friendly products, we aim to continue looking for new manufacturers and suppliers of promotional items and clothing that are made from recycled materials.

All new employees are made aware of our environmental policy, and they are encouraged to read and abide by it.
Novel Tees management review this policy annually to determine whether any amendments are required to reflect changes in our business operations over the past twelve months.

Social Compliance

As a distributor of promotional products and apparel Our Supplier Code of Conduct includes the following guidelines:

Business Integrity: We expect our suppliers to conduct their business with integrity and honesty, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Environmental Management: We expect our suppliers to minimize their environmental impact by implementing sustainable practices and reducing waste, pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Labor Practices: We expect our suppliers to treat their employees fairly and with respect, and to provide safe and healthy working conditions. We do not tolerate any form of forced labor, child labor, or discrimination.
Associate Health and Safety: We expect our suppliers to prioritize the health and safety of their employees and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to workplace safety

As a Service Driven Company, we believe that our suppliers play an important role in helping us achieve our goals of providing superior customer service, honesty, and integrity. By adhering to our Supplier Code of Conduct, our suppliers can help us maintain our commitment to ethical conduct and environmental responsibility

Quality Policy

Quality is a core element of our Corporate Business Principles, and our commitment to it drives our sustainable growth and client satisfaction.
To achieve this, we will:

Ensure Compliance: Deliver services that meet or surpass the standards outlined in agreements, contracts, codes, and statutory requirements.
Enhance Client Value: Identify, monitor, and respond to our clients' needs, expectations, and satisfaction levels, providing added value.
Set and Achieve Targets: Establish measurable goals and continuously improve our service delivery.
Optimize Management Systems: Regularly review and enhance the effectiveness of our Management System.
Embrace Innovation: Integrate new ideas, technologies, and innovations into our services, striving for continuous improvement and setting new industry benchmarks.
Timely and Budget-Conscious Delivery: Complete projects on schedule, within budget, and exceeding client expectations.
Ensure Compliance Across Partners: Ensure that our suppliers, contractors, and visitors adhere to this quality policy.
By adhering to these principles, we maintain our strong industry reputation and drive consistent, sustainable growth.

Occupational Health and Safety Policy

Novel Tees is dedicated to supporting the health, safety, and welfare of all our employees and those impacted by our operations. We are committed to enhancing workplace health and safety through a planned, systematic approach to Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), which includes risk management and consultation.

Our commitments include:

Compliance: Adhering to ISO 45001 standards and all relevant OH&S legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and guidelines.
Hazard Elimination: Identifying and eliminating hazards and reducing OH&S risks.
Measurable Objectives: Setting and pursuing measurable objectives and targets to eliminate work-related injuries and illnesses.
Policy Communication: Documenting, implementing, and effectively communicating our OH&S policy to all employees.
Policy Review: Regularly monitoring and updating our policy in line with legislative and organizational changes, or as needed.
Training and Supervision: Providing adequate training, information, instruction, and supervision to ensure safe work practices for all employees and visitors.
Incident Reporting: Recording and reporting all accidents, hazards, and near misses, and conducting thorough investigations to identify causes.
Safe Environment: Maintaining a safe working environment by promptly reporting hazards or unsafe practices to supervisors or managers.
Immediate Reporting: Ensuring immediate reporting of all workplace injuries, near misses, and work-related illnesses to managers.
Continuous Improvement: Continuously improving our OH&S system.
Worker Consultation: Engaging workers at all levels in the development, planning, implementation, performance evaluation, and enhancement of the OH&S Management System.

By adhering to these principles, Novel Tees aims to create a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.