EDPA ESCA EIC Sustainable Exhibition Stand Guidance

B.11

The Human Element

Managing the Human Element Supports Sustainable Development Goal #8 Decent Work and Economic Growth. B.11.a Resource Commitment

It is highly recommended that companies’ top management: Demonstrate leadership and commitment to the event sustainability plan by ensuring resources are available to operate sustainably. Ensure those designated person(s) have the commensurate qualifications, skills and training. Include awareness of the organization's policy, plan and commitment to conforming to this Guidance in their training program. Guarantee that responsible individuals are aware of the implications of non-conformance for the organization. Retain documentation of competency and training in accordance with the company’s HR policies. It is recommended that companies: Designate a person or persons responsible for the implementation of the sustainability and social impact policy, plan, and conformance to this Guidance. Recommended and Highly Recommended Practices It is recommended that companies: Whenever asked, provide documentary evidence pertaining to the material safety of the build, such as material specification data sheets and proof of purchases. Train new and existing staff annually on human trafficking awareness. Offer employee wellness programs. Purchase cleaning chemicals for their manufacturing, warehouse facilities, and administrative offices, which are certified for their human health and safety and environmental impacts. Recommended Practices B.11.b Personnel ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

Companies may: Publish a public-facing diversity, equity and inclusion statement. Implement diversity in the workplace program. Install diverse organizational leadership. Provide training for staff on creating inclusive and welcoming environments. Operate a supplier diversity program. Recommended Practices B.11.c Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

LEARN MORE about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by visiting the EIC Centre for Sustainability and Social Impact’s Equity Acceleration Plan: https://www.eventscouncil.org/ Sustainability/Equity-Acceleration-Plan

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