Transparency Act
BMG AS works systematically to safeguard human rights and decent working conditions in its own operations and in its supply chains.
The work is based on the OECD’s guidelines and is carried out through due diligence assessments, follow-up, and open reporting.
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Statement under the Transparency Act
Regarding the statement
This statement describes how BMG AS, including subsidiaries, works to safeguard fundamental human rights and decent working conditions within its own operations and in our supply chains.
The Transparency Act should:
- Promote respect for human rights and good working conditions
- Ensure transparency regarding how businesses manage risks associated with this.
The work is based on the OECD Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct and relevant international conventions from the UN and the ILO.
Anchoring and responsibility
Work on the Transparency Act is anchored in the group's management and board. The Group CEO has operational responsibility, with support from the quality and HSE function. BMG AS has a clear goal of responsible, ethical and transparent operations.
Ethical guidelines and a Code of Conduct were established in 2020 and form the basis of our work.
Risk assessments
BMG AS carried out its first comprehensive due diligence assessment in 2024–2025 in accordance with the OECD's six-step model. The work includes:
- Mapping of own business and supply chains
- Human rights and working conditions risk assessment
- Preventative and corrective measures
- Follow-up through internal control and audits
- Open communication and management of any breaches
Particular focus has been directed towards:
- Temporary staff and recruitment agencies
- Suppliers and other partners with elevated risk
Identified risk areas
Internal
- Risk of high workload and working time challenges
- Language and training barriers for hired personnel
In supply chains:
- Risks associated with trade union rights
- Inadequate documentation of employment conditions with certain suppliers
Measures and follow-up
BMG AS has, among other things, implemented the following measures:
- Supplier approval and regular follow-up
- Health and Safety and Rights Training for Agency Workers
- Contractual requirements related to ILO conventions and ISO 45001
- Systematic internal control and internal audits
Access and contact
This statement is updated annually and is publicly available.
Everyone has the right to request information on how BMG AS handles human rights and working conditions in its value chain.
Contact: post@bmg-as.no
Enquiries will be answered within three weeks, in accordance with the Transparency Act § 6.
Further work
- Further development of supplier management in a new ERP system
- Dialogue with high-risk suppliers
- Strengthened training and leadership understanding
- Closer integration with existing ISO-certified management systems
Approved by the Board of Directors of BMG AS
OECD model
Consumer protection model
