Environment
Report from the survey of
the supply chain in accordance with the Norwegian Transparency Act on Basic
human rights and decent working conditions
Helland's vision is to build a
sustainable value chain and stand as a role model in good business practices. We
will run our business in a good and sustainable way. The report is
approved by the board. It is in accordance with the Transparency Act Section 5
The implementation is based on the OECD
model for due diligence assessments within responsible business. The purpose of this
The purpose of this report is to communicate our work with due diligence assessments as well as our
fulfillment of the requirements of the Transparency Act.
Helland Møbler is continuously working to develop attitudes and work to prevent corruption and bribery. Value creation must take place in accordance with the company's ethical guidelines and applicable legislation.
The main goals of the company are the following;
- Zero tolerance towards corruption
- Greater focus within the company on anti-corruption and the consequences this will entail
- Prevent and uncover corruption and bribery within the company and with partners
Employees and partners
The company's stance on corruption must be clearly communicated to employees and partners. Employees must not under any circumstances accept bribes to promote the company or their own interests. All employees must actively contribute to preventing corruption. Helland Møbler will clearly communicate that it does not want business relationships or other cooperation with customers, suppliers and partners who are involved in corruption and bribery.
Important factors in our anti-corruption work are;
- Clear accountability, including board and management involvement
- Regular review and information to employees
- Create the right attitudes, culture and values in the company
- Conduct annual risk assessments and measures that can prevent corruption
- Develop channels to raise challenges and concerns. There should also be opportunities for anonymous reporting.
- Clear and defined requirements for partners in connection with sales and purchasing processes through contracts regarding corruption
- Clear guidelines for gifts, expense reimbursement, payment of travel and subsistence expenses
Responsibility
Bad leader has the overall responsibility for the company's work with anti-corruption. This in relation to the company's employees neither receiving nor making use of corruption and bribes. All managers and employees in the company, in connection with daily operations, must be aware of and uncover suspicions of possible corruption, bribery and similar suspicious actions. This applies internally in the company and to all partners in all our markets.
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Emissions from production that affect the external and internal environment are reduced to a minimum. The most commonly used wood species are birch and oak, laminated and solid wood. Particleboard, plywood and solid wood are used for interior woodwork. All board materials, as well as glue and varnish meet the E-1 standard for formaldehyde release. Foam plastic is manufactured without the use of CFC gas. Environmentally friendly water-based contact adhesive is used for gluing foam plastic. All wood waste is used for heating our own premises. The cartons used are made from recycled raw materials. Cardboard, paper, plastic, steel, electrical waste and special waste are sorted and sent for recycling. Other waste is delivered to a municipal landfill.
An environmental declaration is a concise document that summarizes the environmental profile of a component, a finished product or a service in a standardized and objective way. The abbreviation EPD is used both in Norwegian and international contexts. EPD stands for Environmental Product Declaration. In our products' environmental declarations that you can find on each individual product, the environmental impacts will be clearly stated. With the help of documentable and sober information, we want to appear as a responsible manufacturer and supplier.
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Helland Møbler is continuously working to develop ethical guidelines, which the company is committed to following. It wants to influence positive behavior and culture for the company and the supply chain. Helland Møbler aims to be a reliable company for all our partners. We depend on this trust, and we are committed to operating in a responsible, ethical and legal manner. The company has always been aware of its social responsibility and worked to promote good working and environmental conditions in the company. The company also wants an open, transparent and good relationship with all our partners.
Helland Møbler wishes to conduct business activities in an honest, ethical, respectful and professional manner, and will follow and comply with the ethical guidelines that are founded in the ILO Convention and relevant laws and regulations.
Our principles are based on;
- All our suppliers and subcontractors must deliver goods and services that are produced in accordance with the ILO convention.
- Suppliers must be able to document that the guidelines are being followed. This can be done through signed agreements, self-declarations, supplier audits, or submitted certificates of ISO Standards.
- If violations of ethical guidelines are discovered among suppliers, a plan for remediation must be prepared within a reasonable time. The cooperation contract may be terminated if the supplier does not show willingness to rectify the situation.
Compliance and documentation.
Everyone in Helland Møbler AS must familiarize themselves with the Code of Conduct and comply with it. When entering into purchasing agreements, suppliers must sign or provide other documentation that they comply with the Code of Conduct in accordance with the ILO Convention and its country's laws and regulations in this area. (doc. Code of Conduct for Suppliers) Review of the Code of Conduct shall be set up in the 'internal audit program' ISO 14001 with annual audit. The purchasing manager is responsible for ensuring that all suppliers and subcontractors follow the guidelines and that these are documented.
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Helland Møbler AS has used Factline's service in its follow-up of social responsibility and ethical guidelines in the supply chain since 2023. Helland has adopted ethical guidelines and periodically checks its suppliers through self-reporting and risk evaluation.
Helland Møbler produces FSC-certified wood. FSC is a global non-profit labeling scheme for wood and paper. In an FSC forest, no more trees are cut down than the forest can reproduce. At the same time, the FSC label is a guarantee that animal and plant life are protected, and that the people who work in the forest are assured of education, safety equipment and decent pay.
FSC certificate
Helland Møbler AS is certified according to the ISO-14001 standard.
Helland Baltic Oü (production) is ISO 9001 / 14001, 2015 certified.
Our quality management policy:
We strive for continuous improvement and efficiency in all our processes.
Our quality management system is designed to ensure that we:
Meets customer requirements and exceeds their expectations.
Complies with all relevant laws and regulations.
Implements effective processes to prevent errors and improve
product quality.
Engages our employees in quality management and provides them with the necessary training and resources.
Goals and commitments:
Our goal is to be a leading player in furniture production by:
Automate and digitize production processes to increase
efficiency.
Maintain high standards of product quality and customer satisfaction.
Invest in continuous improvement and innovation.
Continuous improvement
We conduct regular audits and assessments of our
quality management system to identify areas for improvement and ensure that we
maintains our high standards. Our commitment to quality is a
integral part of our business and culture.
Helland Furniture AS:
Download ISO14001 Certificate
Download IQNet Certificate
Helland Baltic Oü:
Download ISO9001/14001 Certificate
Furniture facts is a brand name/logo/furniture label that indicates that the manufacturer using that symbol is environmentally certified and the furniture that bears this is environmentally declared/documented and quality certified.
Furniture facts
Helland Møbler AS is certified according to EU regulations. We use the CO2 equivalent for hydropower.
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You can find certificates and test reports for each product at www.helland.no. Search for the desired product and click on the Downloadable Files tab. Available certificates and reports for the selected product can be found here.
We produce furniture that can be upgraded and renewed, thereby extending its lifespan. Renewal of furniture can be replacing worn and dirty textiles on the frame, new foam in the seat or back cushions, replacing the frame or full surface renovation of the wood. In product development, we have consciously chosen to work with designers who use strategic and craftsmanship-based solutions to create a piece of furniture that maintains good quality and can last a long time.
Nordic Ecolabelled furniture and furnishings meet strict requirements for:
- use of certified wood raw materials where at least 70% of the wood must come from certified forestry
- use of recycled plastic and metal
- reduced use of substances harmful to the environment and health, including for surface treatment, flame retardants, etc.
- durability and wear resistance
- possibility of recycling at the end of its useful life
- manufacturer's waste management
Helland is now launching more furniture with the Nordic Ecolabel, and these products are treated with a special water-based varnish. This varnish has high durability, but we advise against the use of disinfectants as this can shorten the life of the product. In addition, the Nordic Ecolabel will also require that furniture textiles that have either the Eu Ecolabel or the Nordic Ecolabel are used.
The following furniture has the Nordic Ecolabel:
Addi stacking chair, Alba seating group, Bo dining table w/MDF core, beveled edge, Boble seating group, Bobo armchair, Crew armchair and footstool, Duun chair, Duun stacking chair, Duun armchair, Duun seating group 1,2 and 3 seats, Enya armchair, Modus stacking chair, Nell chairs, Pan armchair, Pan chairs, Pan seating group 1,2 and 3 seats, Pan coffee table, Rim stacking chair, Robin Chair, Svan Chairs, Svea stacking chair, Timeout seating group, Twin chair w/wooden legs.
The products are certified by Ecolabelling in Norway under license number 2031 0098.
Products in Helland Kitchen have license number 2031 0170
The Transparency Act serves as an ethical compass for Norwegian companies, aimed at uncovering and improving negative impacts on human rights and working conditions. The purpose is to empower consumers, investors and the wider community to make informed choices, while laying the foundation for a more sustainable and fair global economy. The Act, together with other measures, will contribute to Norway's efforts to meet the UN's Sustainable Development Goal No. 8 on decent work and economic growth, as well as responsible consumption and production (Goal No. 12). Here you can read our report on the Transparency Act.
Helland Møbler's report according to the Transparency Act 2024
Helland Møbler's report according to the Transparency Act 2023