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SUSTAINABILITY REPORT | 2013 28 Procurement Practices and Policies at Qatalum, procurement practices and policies are in place to ensure that products and services sourced are socially, environmentally, and economically responsible. Local Procurement Qatalum maintains a policy of increasing local spending whenever 47% possible, although Qatar lacks the raw materials needed to local spending in produce aluminium. the company always prioritizes local suppliers, 2013 contractors, and service providers over those located internationally. Suppliers and Contractors Qatalum expects all of its suppliers and contractors to operate in compliance to all laws and regulations, and to also meet the standards of Qatalum and our international partners. Qatalum requires all suppliers to sign a supplier declaration developed by Hydro, which states that they follow the company’s policies on labor conditions, environmental impact, and social impact. Corporate Social Responsibility Screenings and Audits in 2013, Qatalum began conducting corporate social responsibility (csr) screenings and regular audits of its contractors and suppliers. contractors and sub-contractors must comply with the rules stated in the universal declaration of Human rights. the minimum requirements Qatalum has its contractors include the following: • Acceptable housing standards • Minimum monthly salary • Timely monthly salary payments to employees. • Other benefts including paid leave and free access to or an allowance for food and transportation. Qatalum also conducts audits of its contractors at least once a year, and more frequently if necessary. audit checks all of the above requirements and the following: • Overtime payment is duly compensated • Employees are not able to have a second employer