Ethical / Human Rights
■ Human Rights Charter Declaration
Seohan Auto and NTN USA respect and support relevant international standards and guidelines in implementing human rights management.
We strive to identify, prevent, and mitigate any negative human rights impacts from our business activities, while maintaining remediation procedures to minimize harm when violations occur.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
UN Guiding Principles on Business & Human Rights
International Labor Organization Constitution
OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises
OECD Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct
■ Scope of Application
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA prohibit discrimination in all employment practices – including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and benefits – based on protected characteristics: gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, disability, age, family status, social class, or political views.
We actively foster an organizational culture that values diversity and inclusion.
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA
comply with statutory working hours in all countries of operation and
provide all employees with fair compensation accompanied by
detailed pay statements.
Furthermore, we offer ample training opportunities for
professional development and quality of life improvement,
while maintaining work environments suitable for
job performance.
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA respect all employees’ privacy,
rigorously protect personal information, and prohibit any form of mental
or physical coercion, abuse, or unreasonable treatment.
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA respect the labor relations laws
of countries where this Human Rights Charter applies, and provide all employees
with adequate opportunities for communication.
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA prohibit all forms of forced labor,
including through violence, threats,
confinement, or retention of identity documents/visas
that would compromise voluntary employment.
Additionally, child labor is strictly prohibited, and
appropriate measures ensure young workers’ education
is not hindered by their employment.
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA conduct regular inspections of facilities, equipment, and tools to ensure all employees work in safe environments, while implementing preventive measures against physical and psychological hazards and establishing post-incident support systems.
All employees of Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA shall exercise due diligence to prevent human rights violations against local communities during business operations, protecting residents’ rights to safety, health, and freedom of residence.
All employees of Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA must prioritize the protection of customers’ lives, health, and property when delivering products and services, while implementing optimal measures to safeguard personal information collected through business activities.
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA can conduct human rights management training aimed at improving employees’ understanding of human rights and enhancing awareness, communicating the company’s internal human rights management direction and implementation plans. Through this training, they prohibit discriminatory behavior among employees and encourage active reporting of any identified human rights violation cases or risks.
■ Human Rights Management Responsibilities
1. Human Rights Management Responsibility
The final decision-making authority regarding human rights management at Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA lies with either the CEO or the Personnel Committee involving decision-makers from relevant departments. The Personnel Committee holds the following roles and responsibilities:
– Review and decision-making on the establishment and revision of the Human Rights Charter
– Providing opinions on revisions to HR systems, employment rules, audit standards and other related internal regulations
– Conducting human rights risk assessments and recommending action items based on results
– Directing investigations into human rights violation cases and deliberating on corrective measures
– Other matters deemed necessary for human rights protection
2. Operation of Dedicated Department for Human Rights Management Implementation
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA establish and operate a dedicated department responsible for human rights management to systematically implement the Human Rights Charter.
The dedicated department may perform the following tasks:
– Preparation of Human Rights Charter establishment/revision proposals
– Implementation/operation of human rights management
– Operation of human rights violation reporting channels
– Internal education and reporting, etc.
■ Grievance Handling Procedure Operation
1. Human Rights Violation Reporting and Receipt
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA operate channels to receive reports of human rights violations or risks from employees, other individuals, or organizations (reporters).
When receiving a report, the relevant department shall consider the specific characteristics of each case and discuss appropriate remedial measures.
2. Human Rights Violation Report Handling
Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA shall handle reported human rights violation cases by referencing court precedents, relevant government regulations, past internal handling practices, and industry standards, while consulting with the legal team to seek optimal solutions. For cases that significantly impact victims’ freedoms and rights or pose substantial risks to corporate reputation, remedial measures may be discussed by the Personnel Committee involving the CEO.
3. Human Rights Violation Reporting Channels
– Department: Management Team
– Email:
– Landline:
– Mobile:
4. Reporter Confidentiality
All employees of Seohan Auto USA and NTN USA must maintain strict confidentiality regarding reporters’ personal information or any details that might reveal their identity.
All information concerning victims, violation details, remediation procedures, and outcomes must be kept confidential.
Necessary measures shall be implemented to protect reporters from any disadvantage resulting from their report.
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