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TRIXXO Group NL – Anti-Discrimination Policy

General Principle

The operations of TRIXXO Group are aimed at giving job seekers a fair opportunity for employment, regardless of their age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, philosophical, political, or religious beliefs, race, ethnic background, or nationality. We strive to be an inclusive organization with a fair and transparent recruitment process. TRIXXO Group rejects all forms of discrimination, intimidation, and other undesirable behavior towards and among all employees of TRIXXO Group.

During recruitment and selection, candidates are treated equally, being assessed solely on job-related criteria.

Objective

The purpose of this policy is to clearly and transparently communicate to employees, clients, and third parties:

  • What TRIXXO Group considers to be discrimination/discriminatory requests;

  • TRIXXO Group’s stance on discrimination/discriminatory requests;

  • The expected actions of employees:

    • What is expected from them in the course of their duties, particularly with regard to activities related to recruitment and selection;

    • Where employees can go for consultation and/or to report an issue;

  • The employer’s responsibilities.

Definition of Discrimination

Discrimination is defined as making direct or indirect distinctions between individuals based on age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, philosophical, political, or religious beliefs, race, ethnic origin, or nationality.

Discrimination also explicitly includes complying with client requests to make distinctions between individuals during recruitment and selection based on criteria that are not necessary or relevant for proper job performance.

TRIXXO Employment Agency’s Stance

  • TRIXXO Employment Agency rejects all forms of discrimination;

  • Requests from clients to take certain criteria into account during recruitment and selection will only be honored if objectively justified.

A request is objectively justified if it meets the following conditions:

  1. Legitimate aim: There is a valid, job-related reason (e.g., safety);

  2. Effectiveness: The criterion is suitable to achieve the intended goal;

  3. Proportionality: The criterion is reasonably proportional to the goal;

  4. Necessity: There is no less discriminatory alternative available.

Conduct of Employees

  • TRIXXO Group does not tolerate employees being treated in a discriminatory manner by third parties. "Employees" includes those working under the supervision and direction of a client.

  • Employees must treat others fairly and respectfully, act carefully and thoughtfully, and not discriminate while carrying out their duties.

  • In case of a discriminatory request, the employee must inform the client or prospective client that they will not comply with such requests.

  • Exceptions where differentiation is permitted may occur, for example, in cases allowed under law or regulation, such as preferential policies or objectively justified distinctions. These must be assessed in advance.

Intimidation and Other Undesirable Behavior

Employees must not engage in (sexual) intimidation or other undesirable conduct, including:

  • Flirting, advances, and/or proposals of a sexual nature;

  • Comments, insults, or jokes that could be experienced as degrading, especially about someone's body, clothing, sexual orientation, origin, culture, race, age, or religion;

  • Offensive touching and/or suggestions that rejection of advances could negatively affect a person’s job, status, salary, benefits, or other employment terms.

Confidential Advisor

The TRIXXO Group management appoints at least one confidential advisor, who is a trusted TRIXXO Group official. The name of the confidential advisor is communicated to all employees.

Any employee who is personally affected by or confronted with undesirable behavior may contact the confidential advisor for:

  • Initial help, support, and advice;

  • Finding solutions through investigation and dialogue;

  • Assistance with submitting a formal complaint;

  • Aftercare.

The confidential advisor acts exclusively with the employee’s consent and is provided with the necessary resources to fulfill their role. The confidential advisor cannot be dismissed or disadvantaged due to their involvement in such matters and reports only to TRIXXO Group’s management. If the advisor has a conflict of interest or the employee doubts their objectivity, the matter will be escalated to management.

Employee Responsibilities

a. Employees must be alert to and recognize discriminatory client requests, and must not cooperate with or agree to such requests.

b. If there is doubt about the objective justification of a client request, or uncertainty on how to proceed, the employee should consult with their direct supervisor or the legal department at legalnederland@trixxo.nl.

c. If an employee witnesses or wishes to report discrimination, misconduct, or a sensitive issue, they can report it to their supervisor or the legal department. If the result is unsatisfactory, the employee may escalate the matter to Thomas Jeurissen, General Director of TRIXXO Netherlands.

Employer Responsibilities

TRIXXO Employment Agency is responsible for:

  • Creating a safe working environment where mutual respect is the norm, constructive dialogue is encouraged, and all forms of undesirable behavior are prevented and addressed;

  • Communicating and implementing this anti-discrimination policy, including ensuring that employees are informed about and understand the policy;

  • Instructing employees on how to recognize and handle discriminatory requests, and how to respond effectively;

  • Regularly evaluating and updating the policy.Reporting Misconduct or Violations

If this policy is not upheld, employees can first report issues to the Legal Department. If desired, they may contact the confidential advisor. Proven cases of discrimination, intimidation, or undesirable behavior will lead to appropriate corrective or disciplinary action, in accordance with applicable law and TRIXXO Group’s practices.

NBBU Code of Conduct

As a member of the NBBU, TRIXXO Group also complies with the Code of Conduct for Temporary Employment Agencies and the anti-discrimination guidelines established by NBBU. These codes impose additional standards beyond legal requirements and are binding for all NBBU members.