Implementing the Bosch IFA

Reviewing supplier compliance with the Bosch International Framework Agreement is one of the next implementation steps agreed to by Bosch worker representatives at the Bosch World Council.

GERMANY: Implementing the International Framework Agreement (IFA) with Bosch was top of the agenda at the Bosch World Conference as it opened in Abstatt, Germany, on February 15. Initial steps discussed for the implementation of the IFA included:

intensifying the exchange of information on the situation and developments in labour relations
consistent expansion of a network to cover as many Bosch locations as possible
comprehensive education of personnel on the IFA
review of known Bosch suppliers regarding their compliance with the IFA

Almost 30 trade unionists from around the world including representatives from Australia, Brazil, South Korea, South Africa and USA joined the 40 strong European Works Council group in the discussion. The framework agreement with Bosch was signed in 2004 and states that the company will pursue its economic objectives with consideration for social and environmental factors. The principles of the agreement are based on the core labour standards of the International Labour Organisation. Bosch is a Germany multinational company active in the areas of automotive, industrial and construction technology operating in 32 countries.Feb 15, 2006 – Anita Gardner