Working
Conditions
What makes Nomads clothing a fair
trade company, is that we personally inspect all the factories
where our clothes are made on a regular basis to ensure that the
workers are treated fairly and with respect. In India, it is illegal
to employ children under 16 years old and this law is upheld by
all of our suppliers. Workers are paid a good hourly rate. The wages
are fixed by the Indian Government according to unskilled, semi-skilled
and skilled. All employees’ wages either meet or go above
these levels of pay. There are also equal opportunities for men
and women who are paid the same wage for the same work - which is
very important to fairtrade principles.
Pension schemes are in place which employees may
join and the companies make contributions. The manufacturers benefit
from a variety of grants and tax relief as a result of exporting
goods for foreign currency. This is an incentive for the factories
to maintain good working conditions and responsible working practices.
With regular visits throughout the year, Nomads clothing are able
to monitor these standards and to work towards improvements. |
Environmental
Issues
Waste fabric from our garments is
recycled to make bags
and rugs. We also have garments which are made from recycled sari
fabric. We have strived to change the dyes used by our suppliers,
and we now use AZO FREE dye. Some of our ranges use natural based
dyes.
Natural Fabrics
We use natural fibres for 95% of
our products, mostly cottons. This year we have introduced an organic
cotton range, which is much better fior the local environment
where cotton is farmed.
Natural Dyes
Environmental choice in dying and therefore environment friendly.
Makes use of natural materials that are easily obtainable in the
producers environment. Fuel costs are reduced and time is saved
by having necessary ingredients available close by.
Non-Toxic & non allergic hazard free for skin.
Colours are longer lasting and have good resistance to moth attacks. |
