Safe Workplace｜Occupational Safety and Health
Nuvoton regards talent as the key capital for the company's sustainable development, emphasizing cultivation and development to create a friendly workplace and provide employees with a safe and healthy working environment. The company follows the Labor Standards Act and other relevant labor regulations, and supports the protection spirit and basic principles of various international human rights conventions, including the "Universal Declaration of Human Rights" by the United Nations, the "United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights," and the "Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work" by the international labour organization.
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The RBA VAP risk assessment on labor rights, environmental safety and health, ethics, and compliance dimensions received a full score of
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The total amount of childcare subsidies disbursed from 2021 to 2023 is as follows.
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The incidence rate per thousand people has decreased from the baseline average of 1.81.
Environmental ,Safety and Health Policy
We are committed to adhering to internationally advanced safety, hygiene standards and health promotion principles, and we pledge to provide a legal and compliant working environment. We strive for continuous improvement and the elimination of risks that may lead to illness or injury among personnel. We create a positive workplace and formulate a 'Safety, Health, and Environmental Protection Policy。
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Workplace Safety
We prioritize the physical and mental health and safety of our employees as our top management focus. Utilizing the ISO 45001 management standard, we establish occupational safety and health management systems for both Nuvoton Taiwan and Nuvoton Japan. These systems operate on the "Plan-Do-Check-Action" management cycle, ensuring effective management processes. Our commitment lies in adhering to international safety and health standards while promoting health concepts and providing a legal and compliant working environment. To this end, we have formulated a "Safety, Health, and Environmental Protection Policy" aimed at achieving zero occupational accidents, minimal environmental impact, net-zero emissions, and promoting the well-being of our colleagues. We foster a safety culture among all employees, encouraging their active participation. This includes monthly inspections by production units and regular operational safety observations to continuously improve and reduce the rate of personnel disabilities and injuries. Additionally, we conduct regular risk assessment operations to identify and eliminate potential hazards in operational activities, thereby enhancing workplace safety and health. To ensure the smooth operation of our management system, we carry out internal audits every six months, supplemented by annual audits conducted by external international verification companies.
| Company | Number of Employees Covered by Management System1 | Percentage of Employees Covered by Management System | Number of Non-Employees Covered by Management System 2 | Percentage of Non-Employees Covered by Management System | ||||
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| Internal Audits | External Organization Audits | Internal Audits | External Organization Audits | Internal Audits | External Organization Audits | Internal Audits | External Organization Audits | |
| Nuvoton Taiwan | 1,544 | 1,544 | 100% | 100% | 94 | 94 | 100% | 100% |
| Nuvoton Japan | 1,691 | 1,691 | 100% | 100% | 313 | 313 | 100% | 100% |
Nuvoton Taiwan complies with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations of Taiwan by establishing a dedicated first-level occupational safety and health management unit within its manufacturing division. Additionally, it appoints supervisors and managers specifically tasked with overseeing occupational safety and health affairs. This includes two first-class occupational safety and health supervisors, two occupational safety (health) managers, three occupational safety and health managers, and two nurses. Similarly, in compliance with the Japanese Labor Safety and Health Law, Nuvoton Japan appoints personnel to fulfill specific roles aimed at promoting safety and health policies. This includes one safety and health manager, one safety manager, five health managers, and one industrial doctor. These individuals are responsible for promoting safety and health policies, conducting investigations, identifying hazards or risks, and spearheading voluntary safety and health activities to enhance workplace safety.
Both Nuvoton Taiwan and Nuvoton Japan have established Occupational Safety and Health Committees that convene quarterly and monthly meetings respectively to address safety, health, and wellness concerns. In Nuvoton Taiwan, the committee is chaired by the president and comprises 14 members, including occupational safety and health personnel, health management personnel, management representatives, and labor representatives. Notably, 8 out of the 14 members are labor representatives, accounting for 57% of the committee. In Nuvoton Japan, the committee includes a chairman and a vice-chairman, along with company members from various departments and an equal number of union members. This balanced representation ensures comprehensive implementation of safety and health management practices. During these regular meetings, both committees actively promote occupational safety and health, as well as workplace environment improvement activities. They facilitate ample communication and consultation between employees and managers, fostering a collaborative approach to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
Diagram of the organizational structure of the Occupational Safety and Health Committee of Nuvoton Taiwan.
Diagram of the organizational structure of the Occupational Safety and Health Committee of Nuvoton Japan.
Major resolutions of the Occupational Safety and Health Committee in 2023
Nuvoton Taiwan
Major Safety and Health Resolutions
- Continued promotion of safety culture
- Implementation of managerial operational observations
- Continued promotion of regional environmental health and safety management platforms to establish a safe working environment.
- Chemical risk assessment and management, implementation of regular environmental monitoring measures
- Implementation of safety and health education and training
- Implementation of subcontractor management and operational safety control
- Optimization and improvement of fire facilities and equipment to enhance safety
- Continued replacement of aging hardware to improve safety protection
Major Health Resolutions
- Active cancer prevention, increasing screening numbers, reducing severity, and protecting the health of colleagues.
- Continued management of overloads, prevention of human hazards, maternal protection, and prevention of illegal infringements.
- Promotion of health management plans for middle-aged and elderly workers.
- Provision of health checks and personalized assessment consultations for high-risk individuals.
Nuvoton Japan
Major Safety and Health Resolutions
- Emergency measures for buildings, equipment, workplaces, or operations with potential hazards.
- Regular inspection of safety equipment, protective equipment, and other devices aimed at preventing hazards.
- Education and training on operational safety.
- Investigation of causes of accidents and research on countermeasures.
- Supervision by other safety-related assistants, such as supervisors.
- Preparation, collection, and handling of safety-related information.
- Prior research and review when adopting new equipment or production methods.
- Fire drills and evacuation exercises, as well as related matters derived from or associated with the aforementioned items.
Major Health Resolutions
- Detection of abnormal health conditions and related measures
- Investigation of workplace environmental hygiene.
- Improvement of working conditions and facility hygiene.
- Inspection and maintenance of labor hygiene equipment, first aid equipment, etc.
- Health education, provision of health information, and other necessary measures to maintain employee health.
- Implementation of health checks and adoption of measures to maintain employee health based on the results.
- Immediate adoption of necessary measures to prevent harm to workers' health when operational methods or conditions may be harmful to health.
Nuvoton remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering a safer and healthier working environment. Through personnel training, the implementation of relevant policies and regulations, adherence to standards and norms, risk assessment management, safety inspections, and feedback mechanisms, we actively promote a culture of safety and health. We cultivate awareness among colleagues, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing workplace safety and personnel health in all activities, services, or productions to achieve zero occupational accidents.
Furthermore, an analysis of statistics from recent cases reveals that most accidents stem from inadequate personnel safety awareness and a failure to implement standard procedures. To bolster awareness on safety culture among colleagues, Nuvoton Taiwan's production units have revisited relevant safety regulations, supplemented and corrected insufficient information, and utilized visuals to enhance comprehension of procedures. Supervisors and engineers in production units conduct regular operational observations to assess colleagues' actual working conditions, fostering their ability to identify potential workplace hazards. We promote and acknowledge colleagues' safe behaviors and, when safety concerns arise, establish safe operating methods through consultation, discussion, and correction. We continuously strive to prevent hazards and instill safety culture habits in daily operations. Monthly safety meetings, led by supervisors at all levels alongside workers, are convened to review safety and health management and communication, thereby enhancing operational and environmental safety. Unsafe conditions across various areas are identified through inspections, and relevant units propose improvement measures. Additionally, the company advocates for an ESH scoring mechanism, with one scoring item dedicated to safety and health issues. This mechanism enables colleagues to familiarize themselves with the company's safety culture and raise any questions or concerns about occupational safety and health, facilitating further improvement. In 2023, operational observations in production units identified 1,193 unsafe environments, 272 unsafe behaviors, and 1,198 safe behaviors in Nuvoton Taiwan.
Occupational Safety and Health Risk Assessment and Management
Nuvoton consistently identifies and evaluates risks and opportunities associated with occupational safety and health across its activities, products, or services, including material or energy resource usage and various operations. To ensure effectiveness, we have established the "Occupational Safety and Health Risk Assessment Procedure." Under this procedure, each unit conducts risk assessments at least once a year. Internal audits are conducted semi-annually and reviewed by the "Occupational Safety and Health Committee" to ensure compliance and effectiveness. Moreover, before implementing temporary or permanent changes, or in the event of accidents, risk assessments are re-performed to prevent new risks resulting from proposed countermeasures. In instances where risks are assessed to be at a high level, risk reduction measures are implemented in the following order: elimination, substitution, engineering controls, signage/warning/management controls, and personal protective equipment. This structured approach ensures comprehensive risk management and enhances workplace safety and health.
Risk assessment plays a crucial role in preemptively managing changes in information, preventing deviations in environmental or operational conditions from the original safety scope and control. At Nuvoton, each unit is required to proactively report changes in information and utilize digitalization to facilitate applications for change risk assessments. By implementing material sample identification procedures, reviewing supplier PCNs (Process/Product Change Notices), conducting Process Change Review Board meetings, and leveraging procurement management systems, units can swiftly grasp change information. If the assessment identifies new or significant risks or impacts, relevant protective measures are promptly implemented. If derived operational controls are necessary, relevant documents are formulated or revised, and personnel training is completed accordingly. In 2023, Nuvoton Taiwan evaluated 26 PCNs from raw material suppliers and received 22 change risk assessment applications, including 7 for chemical changes and 15 for mechanical equipment changes.
Health Education and Injury Prevention
Nuvoton aims to ensure that all employees understand the company's safety and health management system, standardize operational capabilities, and enhance environmental impact reduction and operational safety. To achieve this, we provide comprehensive environmental, safety, and health education and training. New and existing employees receive three hours of general safety and health education before starting or changing jobs. Additionally, those handling or using hazardous chemicals undergo an extra three-hour course. These training sessions cover concepts such as work safety and protection, and include demonstrations of emergency response skills. This approach strengthens employees' understanding of safety and health regulations and their ability to respond effectively in emergencies.
In Taiwan, Nuvoton conducts annual physical and online training courses based on established plans, using digital teaching materials and videos to enhance employees' knowledge and skills in risk awareness, hazard prevention, and emergency response.
In 2023, Nuvoton Taiwan held a total of 68 safety and health education training sessions, including 15 mandatory courses for new hires, special operations, and chemical users, achieving a 100% completion rate. A total of 4,566 participants attended these sessions, with an overall training completion rate of 98.6%. The overall satisfaction rating for the training courses was 4.7 out of 5. Nuvoton Japan conducts an annual general training session on environmental labor safety and health, with additional specialized training determined by each unit. In 2023, Nuvoton Japan conducted general training on environmental labor safety and health with 1,904 participants. Specialized training sessions, including chemical management and protective equipment use, involved 19 individuals. Additionally, 35 participants attended ISO 45001 internal audit retraining, and 72 participated in risk assessment execution training.
Contractor Safety Management
Nuvoton Taiwan's safety management unit has defined the rights and obligations regarding safety, health, and environmental matters for contractors, forming the basis for contractor management. To prevent occupational accidents, we conduct inspections, coordinate work, and make adjustments at contractor workplaces. Educational training informs construction personnel about occupational safety and health regulations, provisions, general hazards, and protective principles. Contractors must undergo safety and health training to qualify for operations. In 2023, a total of 82 contractor engineering training courses were conducted, with 362 participants overall.
Depending on the nature and scale of the operating area, the engineering contracting unit customizes appropriate hazard notifications. Before commencing work, contractors are informed about the work environment, hazards, and safety and health regulations to which they should adhere.
If changes in the work environment occur or if the nature of hazards changes due to alterations in construction content, hazard notifications are modified and communicated to the contractors. In 2023, the installation of solar power systems coincided with the summer season, requiring employees and non-employees to work outdoors in hot weather for extended periods. The company established "Preventive Measures for High Temperature Outdoor Operations," which included developing health checklists for relevant personnel and conducting daily on-site inspections. In addition to setting up outdoor sun shades, the company provided relatively comfortable rest areas within the factory premises. Contractor personnel could rest in indoor air-conditioned areas and had access to refrigerators. Nuvoton Japan holds safety and health meetings with contractors on factory premises to coordinate operations and manage comprehensive safety and health efforts.
The disabling injury rate
To enhance operational safety prevention and emergency response procedures, and to integrate routine inspection mechanisms, we implement safety policies through walk-around management. The disabling injury rate for contractors over the past five years is 0.
Healthy Workplace
Nuvoton Taiwan has appointed and reported two nursing personnel to manage labor health services in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act. They have fulfilled the labor health services outlined in Articles 9 to 11 of the Labor Health Protection Regulations. In Nuvoton Japan, one full-time industrial nurse, two full-time public health nurses, two full-time nurses, one part-time nurse, and one public health nurse have been hired.
Occupational Health Management Plan
Establishment of Health Service Units
Nuvoton Taiwan has established the Health Center, a unit dedicated to providing caring health management services. The center is staffed with nurses who are available 24/7 to provide services and emergency medical assistance. The Health Center is comfortable and well-lit, featuring two private rest rooms where employees can rest if they feel unwell or require a private space for consultations, ensuring their privacy is protected.
Nuvoton Japan has set up Health Management Rooms at three locations nationwide. These rooms are responsible for conducting health check-ups and providing various health consultations.
Convenient Health Management System
Nuvoton Taiwan has created the "My Health Management" platform on the company website. Employees can log in with their personal accounts and passwords to check their health check-up reports, view trend changes, make health clinic appointments, and access information on various health promotion activities and lectures. By the end of 2023, the platform had been viewed 30,926 times, a 10.8% increase from 27,572 times in 2022.
In 2023, Nuvoton Japan partnered with a health check-up organization to allow employees to log in with their personal accounts and passwords to view their health check-up reports online. Starting in 2024, all employees can use this service on the website.
On-site Services / Health Clinics
Nuvoton Taiwan arranges for occupational disease and family medicine doctors from a medical center to visit the company monthly. They proactively include employees from various health management plan groups, providing health check report education, medical consultations, follow-up interviews after commuting and injury incidents, and return-to-work consultations. They assist the Health Center in executing health management and promotion services. Additionally, doctors conduct workplace visits at least twice a year to identify potential risks and provide improvement suggestions to prevent occupational diseases. For employees with special conditions, further hospital examinations are recommended and arranged, with nurses continuously tracking and offering support. To maintain consultation quality, satisfaction surveys are conducted after consultations, and feedback is provided to doctors to enhance clinic quality and functionality. In 2023, 37 clinic sessions were arranged, serving a total of 468 employees. Over 85% of the company's employees have completed individual health assessments with doctors.
Nuvoton Japan collaborates with the safety and health management department for regular workplace inspections by industrial physicians, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment.
Emergency / First Aid Response
Nuvoton has established accident reporting and handling procedures, equipped with adequate emergency responders, emergency response equipment, and medical kits. Emergency responders receive regular in-service training, including e-learning courses and company-wide CPR and AED training, to reduce injuries during emergencies. Nuvoton Taiwan has seven AEDs and two forced oxygen supply units, while Nuvoton Japan has three AEDs in the Nagaokakyo area.
Regular Health Check-ups
Nuvoton Taiwan conducts special and general health check-ups annually for all employees, exceeding regulatory requirements to improve employee health quality. In 2023, 1,329 employees participated in health check-ups, with 169 undergoing special operation checks, 527 receiving additional checks, 239 receiving colorectal cancer screenings subsidized by the National Health Administration, and 26 receiving oral cancer screenings, with a total investment of approximately 1.72 million NTD.
Nuvoton Japan conducts annual health check-ups, including stomach X-rays and cancer screenings for employees over 35. From 2023, they also conduct workplace injury exams (for those with obesity, high blood pressure, abnormal blood sugar, or lipid levels).
Development of Standard Operating Procedures for Health Management
Based on health check-up data, Nuvoton classifies and manages employees with abnormal results. General health check-ups are managed in five levels according to internal regulations, with severe cases referred for immediate medical treatment. In 2023, 38 employees in Taiwan were referred for medical consultations to clarify health issues unrelated to work, receiving active care and assistance in treatment. Minor abnormalities are managed through company health clinics, where occupational disease specialists provide consultations and health education.
Health Promotion Services and Plans
Cancer Prevention Program
According to statistics from the Ministry of Health and Welfare, cancer has been the leading cause of death in Taiwan for nearly 40 consecutive years. Consequently, Nuvoton Taiwan has actively promoted cancer prevention programs for many years. By referring to the National Health Administration's list of the top ten cancers affecting the population, high-risk groups are identified, including those with family history, middle-aged and elderly individuals, those with personal disease history, and individuals with habits like smoking or betel nut chewing. Nuvoton Taiwan offers free or subsidized screenings for these high-risk groups to achieve early diagnosis and treatment. In 2023, screenings for colorectal, lung, cervical, breast, liver, nasopharyngeal, thyroid, and oral cancers totaled approximately 1,437 visits. Abnormal results were followed up, including a case of asymptomatic stage one thyroid cancer found in one employee, who has since undergone treatment and is recovering well.
Nuvoton Japan, supported by the Health Insurance Association, has been actively promoting early cancer diagnosis and treatment for many years. In 2022, people over 40 could receive free stomach X-rays and fecal occult blood tests for colorectal cancer during their regular health check-ups, which expanded to those over 35 starting in 2023. In 2023, approximately 2,100 screenings for colorectal and stomach cancers and 8 screenings for breast and cervical cancers were conducted.
Health Management Plan for Middle-aged and Elderly Workers
In response to an aging population, the Executive Yuan has promoted the Employment Promotion Act for Middle-aged and Elderly Persons to address the trend of workforce re-entry and potential hazards.
The average age of Nuvoton Taiwan employees is 42.5 years. The Health Center, based on the "Safety and Health Guidelines for Middle-aged and Elderly Workers" established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in December 2020, developed a management plan for identifying and assessing workplace hazards for employees over 45. In 2023, all 635 employees who turned 45 completed the workplace risk and hazard assessment. Among the 42 employees identified as medium to high risk, all completed advanced one-on-one health consultations with on-site physicians, with no job content adjustments needed, ensuring their health and continued labor force participation. Additionally, the company strives to create a middle-aged and elderly-friendly work environment, enhancing existing facilities, such as increasing the visibility of indoor parking signs and painting curbs in outdoor parking lots for safety. Annually, 20-30 employees are arranged for advanced bone density checks to emphasize the issue of bone loss with age.
Breast Cancer Screening for Women (Three-point comprehensive examination)
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Nuvoton Taiwan encouraged and arranged for employees to complete regular breast ultrasound and mammography screenings, subsidizing ultrasound costs up to NTD 1,000 per person to enhance screening willingness and achieve early diagnosis. In 2023, 69 employees applied for subsidies totaling NTD 45,800. One employee was found to have benign changes after the screening and is undergoing regular follow-ups.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For employees experiencing stress from family, work, relationships, finances, or legal issues, the Health Center offers listening, care, and support. If necessary, employees are referred to external EAP experts for comprehensive counseling services. Nuvoton has long partnered with professional mental health institutions, ensuring absolute privacy and offering each employee at least three free consultations per year, encouraging employees to utilize this service actively.
Workplace Health Care Activities
Given the predominantly sedentary office work environment, prolonged sitting and inactivity are major health issues leading to obesity and metabolic syndrome-related diseases. Employees are encouraged to eat less and move more for better health. In 2023, Nuvoton Taiwan organized weight loss classes and walking activities. The weight loss classes included 37 groups with 111 participants, averaging a weight loss of 4.0 kg per person. The walking activity saw 127 participants, averaging 7,242 steps per person per day.
Nuvoton Japan hosted a Vegan Marathon and lifestyle interview activities. The Vegan Marathon involved collaboration with external partners to measure carotenoid levels in the skin, encouraging vegetable intake. The lifestyle interview project is a three-year plan, with monthly interviews to provide guidance on various habits (diet, exercise, sleep).
Influenza Vaccination
To care for employees and their families' health and increase community immunity coverage, Nuvoton Taiwan continues to offer free flu vaccinations to all employees in 2023. This aims to reduce cross-infection, mitigate severe symptoms, and decrease sick leave. In 2023, 654 employees received vaccinations, with a 43% injection rate.
Nuvoton Japan, supported by the Health Insurance Association, recorded 77 vaccination instances (including family members).
Workplace Protection Plans
Nuvoton continues to develop various protection and management plans for different job groups in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act. These plans include Overload Protection, Human Factor Hazards, Maternity Protection, Middle-aged and Elderly Employees, Respiratory Protection, among others. The aim is to provide all employees with a safe, secure, and healthy working environment.
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| Human Factor Hazards Prevention Plan | To prevent repetitive tasks or incorrect posture from causing musculoskeletal injuries among employees, we conduct an annual survey during the yearly health check-ups using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ). Employees scoring ≥ 4 points are scheduled for outpatient consultations or receive on-site assessments by occupational health physicians to identify hazards and provide individualized education and assistance. Additionally, preventive programs for musculoskeletal pain are planned, including daily office stretching exercises, consultations with physical therapists, hiring visually impaired massage therapists to provide massage services, and organizing stretching classes to alleviate symptoms of pain. |
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| Abnormal Workload-induced Disease Prevention Plan | To ensure the safety and well-being of employees, Nuvoton Taiwan implements management measures for employees working in shifts, night shifts, or long hours to prevent excessive workload and mental stress, which can lead to the accumulation of long-term stress and work-related fatigue, triggering cardiovascular and other related diseases. Nuvoton Japan has a similar program. Each year, we conduct stress checks based on recommendations from the Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare. The purpose of this check is to maintain psychological well-being. Individual examination results are provided to employees to help them recognize their own conditions and take action. Additionally, we provide organizational analysis reports to the company to facilitate workplace improvement actions aimed at reducing stressors. For those experiencing high levels of stress and willing to seek help, we offer face-to-face meetings with occupational physicians. If necessary, we refer them to counseling organizations or specialists, or take measures in their work environment to address their needs. |
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| Prevention Plan for Unlawful Acts Against Duties Execution | Following the guidelines set forth by the Ministry of Labor on preventing illegal acts in the workplace, Nuvoton has established prevention strategies and management procedures. Annually, we conduct advocacy and educational training sessions. During onboarding sessions for new employees, we ensure they understand how to protect themselves and know the channels for filing complaints. The company firmly declares a "zero tolerance" policy towards workplace misconduct and strives to cultivate a workplace culture characterized by safety, dignity, non-discrimination, mutual respect, inclusivity, and equal opportunities. |
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| Maternity Health Protection Plan | In accordance with current regulations concerning workplace maternal health protection, Nuvoton promotes a maternal health protection program. For female employees who are pregnant or within one year postpartum, the company annually collaborates with occupational safety to revise and complete a company-wide assessment of maternal colleagues' work environment and occupational hazard identification and risk assessment forms. This includes arranging consultations with physicians to assess the overall physical and mental well-being during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as evaluating job-related hazards, providing individual health education, work suitability advice, and risk categorization management. We ensure that the working environment for pregnant colleagues and those within one year postpartum is safe, which may involve transferring night shift employees to day shifts, adjusting lighting in laboratories and specific areas of the factory, and relocating employees from areas with ionizing radiation and etching operations.Beyond regulatory compliance, we actively encourage employees to have children. In addition to comprehensive maternity benefits, we offer well-equipped lactation rooms, designated parking for expectant mothers, and practical gifts for expecting colleagues related to childcare. |
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