Principle 4

The elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour

GRI G3 indicators: HR7
Our level of reporting: Fully

We do not use or employ forced, bonded or child labour. Rio Tinto requires all business units to set out clear rules on recruitment consistent with the human rights policy, equal opportunity requirements and relevant employee protection legislation.

Rio Tinto employs on the basis of job requirements and does not discriminate on grounds of age, ethnic or social origin, gender, sexual orientation, politics or religion. Exceptions are made to favour local employment where local laws provide.

During 2008, Rio Tinto Diamonds continued to implement a Business Excellence Model to ensure their product has not been processed by child labour or in sweat shops. The Business Excellence Model accredits Indian diamond cutting customers for environmental practices and good working conditions.

Rio Tinto Diamonds is also an active member of the Responsible Jewellery Council which promotes social standards, including the abolition of child labour, across the jewellery supply chain from mine to retail.