PT Pupuk Kalimantan Timur (PKT) believes that respect for human rights is an important foundation for business sustainability and responsibility. This commitment is guided by international standards, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Labour Organization (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work (1998), and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs).
🤝 Human Rights Commitment
PKT is committed to upholding human rights across all operational activities, business relationships, and supply chains. We enforce zero tolerance policies against all forms of discrimination, harassment, child labor, and forced labor, while supporting freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining. Through ongoing risk assessments, training for all employees, effective grievance mechanisms, and transparent reporting, PKT strives to prevent, mitigate, and remedy human rights impacts while creating a safe, inclusive, and mutually respectful work environment.
In line with the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights and the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business & Human Rights (UNGPs), PKT's Human Rights Commitment encompasses measures in both operational and business activities. This commitment also emphasizes workforce, business partners, and supply chain considerations.
Human Rights Due Diligence: Sustainable Commitment to Human Rights Protection
PT Pupuk Kalimantan Timur (PKT) believes that respect for Human Rights is an important part of sustainability principles. Currently, PKT has various policies and mechanisms that support human rights protection, including anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, zero tolerance policy towards forced labor and child labor, provision of Whistleblowing System (WBS), as well as training related to ethics and human rights for employees.
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Comprehensive Human Rights Due Diligence Process
PKT consistently conducts human rights risk mapping across all operational activities, supply chains, and strategic business partners. PKT also provides transparent and easily accessible grievance mechanisms, and ensures remedial action when human rights violations occur.
This process is strengthened by employee training, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous public reporting as a form of corporate accountability. Thus, PKT strives not only to comply with applicable legal provisions, but also to build an inclusive, fair, and human rights-oriented corporate culture throughout the value chain.
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Risk Assessment and Vulnerable Groups
This assessment also includes identification of human rights issues and analysis of their impact on vulnerable and at-risk groups, including women, children, indigenous peoples, migrant workers, third-party workers, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and pregnant women.
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Women
VULNERABLE GROUP
Special protection against gender discrimination, equal opportunities, and safe working environment for female workers.
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Children
ZERO TOLERANCE
Zero tolerance policy towards child labor and protection of children's rights in the company's operational environment.
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Indigenous Peoples
CULTURAL RIGHTS
Respect for traditional rights, culture, and customary land of indigenous communities around operational areas.
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Migrant Workers
EQUAL PROTECTION
Guarantee of fair and equal treatment for migrant workers without discrimination based on race/ethnicity, regional origin or background.
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Third-party Workers
SUPPLY CHAIN
Monitoring and applying the same human rights standards for all partners and contractors in the company's supply chain.
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Persons with Disabilities
INCLUSIVITY
Providing accessibility and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in the workplace.
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Elderly
SPECIAL PROTECTION
Special attention to the needs and conditions of elderly workers to ensure their well-being.
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Pregnant Women
MATERNAL HEALTH
Special facilities and protection for pregnant workers to ensure the health of mothers and babies.
🔍 Human Right Due Dilligence
A process conducted to identify, analyze, and manage potential risks of human rights violations in company operations and activities.
Risk Identification
Identifying human rights risks relevant to the company's supply chain.
Risk Analysis
Assessing the potential impact of these risks on affected individuals and communities.
Risk Mitigation
Developing and implementing measures to prevent negative impacts.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Continuous assessment of the effectiveness of implemented measures.
Reporting
Reporting human rights risk assessment results to stakeholders and ensuring transparency.
This process refers to international standards such as the International Labour Organization (ILO), which includes:
ILO Convention No. 87 on Freedom of Association
ILO Convention No. 98 on Right to Collective Bargaining
ILO Conventions No. 29 and No. 105 on Forced Labour
ILO Conventions No. 138 and No. 182 on Child Labour
ILO Conventions No. 100 and No. 111 on Discrimination
ILO Convention No. 190 on Violence and Harassment in the World of Work
ILO Convention No. 155 on Occupational Safety and Health
UNGPs on Business and Human Rights
Human Rights Risks
Stakeholder Groups
Human Rights Issues
Employees (Permanent & Contract)
1. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
2. Decent working conditions & fair wages
3. Non-discrimination & gender equality
4. Privacy & personal data protection
5. Freedom of association & collective bargaining
6. Violence & harassment in the workplace
Suppliers & Business Partners
7. Forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking
8. Working conditions and safety with partners
9. Discrimination
10. Privacy & personal data protection
Local Communities & Surrounding Communities
11. Right to a healthy environment
12. Right to water & natural resources
13. Right to information & public participation
14. Potential social conflict & displacement
Customers
15. Privacy & customer data security
16. Access to environmentally friendly products
Risk Level
Key Human Rights Risks
The results of human rights risk assessment across all company operational locations demonstrate Pupuk Kaltim's commitment to conducting regular evaluation and review of human rights risk mapping.
Employee Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Human Rights Issue
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Stakeholder Groups
Permanent employees, contract workers, expert staff, interns and prospective employees
Risk Description
Occurrence of workplace accidents (fatality)
Impact
• Minor workplace injuries to fatalities • Long-term health disorders due to exposure to hazardous materials • Operational disruption and potential plant shutdown • Legal litigation and company reputation damage • Decreased workforce morale & productivity
Risk Level
High
Mitigation Measures
Implementation of zero accident culture.
OSH training and certification for all workers & contractors.
Use of international standard PPE and routine maintenance.
Regular OSH inspections and audits.
Strengthening digital reporting & monitoring systems (real-time monitoring).
Emergency response simulations and routine evaluations.
Remediation Measures
Immediate medical treatment & victim compensation.
Incident investigation by independent OSH team.
Correction of monitoring systems and SOPs related to incident area.
Sanctions and corrective actions against late units or vendors.
Open communication to stakeholders and comprehensive follow-up improvements.
Decent Working Conditions & Fair Wages for Employees
Human Rights Issue
Decent working conditions & fair wages
Stakeholder Groups
Permanent employees, contract workers, expert staff, and prospective employees
Risk Description
Non-compliance of wages and working conditions with employment regulations or applicable standards
Impact
• Decreased employee welfare & productivity • Potential labor disputes and negative company reputation • Violation of employment regulations & human rights • Increased workforce turnover
Risk Level
Moderate to High
Mitigation Measures
Wage adjustment according to minimum wage and fair and transparent wage scale structure.
Audit of working hours satisfaction and overtime allowances.
Strengthening of easily accessible internal complaint systems.
Training for supervisors and managers regarding human rights & employment compliance.
Development of SOPs and monitoring mechanisms for outsourcing vendors.
Remedial Measures
Payment of wage differences or delayed overtime compensation.
Improvement of working conditions (environment & working hours).
Dialogue and mediation with workers/trade unions.
Corrective actions against management or vendors that violate.
Revision of HR policies & strengthening of employment contracts.
Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) for Suppliers & Business Partners
Human Rights Issue
Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)
Stakeholder Groups
Suppliers, contractors, subcontractors and business partners
Risk Description
Occurrence of work accidents (fatality)
Impact
• Injury or death of contractor/vendor workers. • Factory operational disruptions. • Legal responsibility and reputation attached to Pupuk Kaltim. • Potential license revocation or legal sanctions if major accidents occur. • Decreased stakeholder confidence in company governance.
Risk Level
High
Mitigation Measures
Requiring all vendors and contractors to comply with Pupuk Kaltim's OHS standards and applicable regulations.
Integration of OHS clauses in cooperation contracts.
Mandatory OHS training and induction programs before working in company areas.
Regular audits and field inspections of work partners.
OHS compliance reward & penalty system.
Digitalization of reporting and supervision of vendor activities on site.
Remedial Measures
Emergency medical response and compensation for affected workers.
Independent investigation of vendor incidents.
Contract review and termination of cooperation if serious violations occur.
Revision of work procedures and enhanced control of high-risk areas.
Open communication to public & stakeholders regarding corrective actions.
Retraining and recertification for vendors still working.
Right to a Healthy Environment for Local Communities and Society
Human Rights Issue
Right to a healthy environment
Stakeholder Groups
Local communities and society
Risk Description
Environmental pollution from plant operations
Impact
• Community health disorders (respiratory infections, eye irritation, skin, etc.) • Deterioration of water & air quality • Coastal environment degradation and local ecosystem damage • Loss of traditional livelihood sources • Social conflict and reputational pressure on the company • Potential legal & environmental administrative sanctions
Risk Level
High
Mitigation Measures
Implementation of integrated environmental management system according to PROPER and ISO 14001 standards.
Strict emission and waste control (online monitoring system).
Implementation of decarbonization & energy efficiency programs.
Maintaining buffer zones between factories and residential areas.
Active community involvement in public consultation forums and Environmental Impact Assessment.
Environmental social responsibility programs (CSR/CSV) based on local needs.
Transparency in regular emission and environmental quality reporting.
Remedial Measures
Direct handling of pollution impacts (cleanup, ecosystem rehabilitation).
Compensation or economic recovery for affected communities.
Free medical treatment and health services for residents affected by pollution.
Joint investigation with communities and government on incident causes.
Corrective actions and improvement of company operational systems.
Transparent communication and open dialogue with affected communities.
Revision of environmental management systems to prevent incident recurrence.
Privacy and Personal Data Protection for Employees
Human Rights Issue
Right to privacy and personal data protection
Stakeholder Groups
Permanent employees, contract workers, expert staff, and prospective employees
Risk Description
Data breach and misuse of employee personal data
Impact
• Violation of employee privacy rights • Loss of trust in the company • Potential legal action and administrative sanctions (Personal Data Protection Law, employment regulations) • Psychological or social disturbance to affected employees • Company reputation damage
Risk Level
Moderate to High
Mitigation Measures
Implementation of internal Personal Data Protection Policy.
Strict data access control (access control, multi-factor authentication).
Use of encrypted & secure data storage systems.
Regular training for employees and vendors on data privacy.
Clear consent and notification procedures for personal data use.
Regular compliance audits on employee data management.
Appointment of Data Protection Officer (DPO) or data privacy management team.
Remedial Measures
Official and prompt notification to affected individuals according to Personal Data Protection Law provisions.
Comprehensive investigation of data breach sources.
Security system recovery and closing of illegal access gaps.
Legal or psychological assistance if there are serious impacts on employees.
Provision of compensation or relevant recovery measures.
Internal sanctions for data violation perpetrators.
Transparent communication to the public to maintain trust.
Violence and Harassment in the Workplace
Human Rights Issue
Violence and harassment in the workplace
Stakeholder Groups
Permanent employees, contract workers, expert staff, interns and prospective employees
Risk Description
Occurrence of physical, psychological, verbal, or sexual violence and harassment actions in the workplace
Impact
• Violation of basic rights to safety and dignity of employees • Physical and mental health disorders of affected workers • Decreased productivity and work morale • Potential legal action and company sanctions • Company reputation damage in public and investors
Risk Level
Moderate to High
Mitigation Measures
Establish Respectful Workplace Guidelines and Committee.
Regular training for all employees and management on harassment & violence.
Ensure confidential, secure, and trusted reporting system (whistleblowing system).
Socialization of code of ethics and company integrity values.
Monitoring and auditing of work behavior by HR & compliance units.
Promote speak-up culture and zero tolerance for harassment.
Strict sanction procedures for harassment perpetrators and protection for reporters/victims.
Remedial Measures
Provide protection and assistance (psychological, legal, medical) for victims.
Provide confidential reporting mechanisms and rapid response.
Conduct independent and fair investigations.
Take firm action against perpetrators according to law and company policies.
Evaluate and improve internal monitoring systems.
Provide appropriate compensation or recovery to victims.
Internal communication to maintain healthy work culture.
Forced Labour, Child Labour, and Human Trafficking
Human Rights Issue
Forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking
Stakeholder Groups
Suppliers, contractors, subcontractors and business partners
Risk Description
Occurrence of human rights violations in the supply chain (forced labour, human trafficking, modern slavery, child labour)
Impact
• Decreased reputation and public trust • Legal risks and administrative sanctions • Supply chain disruption and additional supplier replacement costs • Decreased ESG score & potential loss of green funding • Pressure from regulators, NGOs, and global investors
Risk Level
Moderate to High
Mitigation Measures
Human Rights Policy & Supplier Code of Ethics that strictly prohibits forced labour & child labour.
Due diligence process and independent human rights audits of vendors.
Integration of human rights clauses in procurement contracts.
Training and mentoring of vendors regarding decent work practices.
Violation reporting mechanisms in the supply chain (Whistleblowing System).
Remedial Measures
Investigation and follow-up on vendors proven to commit violations.
Termination of cooperation with vendors that do not improve.
Provision of compensation or recovery for victims.
