Occupational Health and Safety

Occupation Safety and Health Management

Occupational safety and health are integral to LITEON’s core values of customer satisfaction, execution, innovation, and integrity, reflecting the company’s commitment to employee wellbeing and operational excellence. LITEON clearly defines employee rights and responsibilities related to health, safety, and hygiene in contracts and internal guidelines. In 2024, the company set and successfully achieved its goals of zero work-related fatalities and zero severe occupational injuries.

To safeguard workplace safety, LITEON has implemented a comprehensive Occupational Safety and Health Management Policy. This includes appointing top plant managers to lead Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) organizations and committees across all production sites. Dedicated safety officers operate in accordance with international standards such as ISO 45001 or equivalent.

In 2024:

• The system covered 87% of employees and 88% of contractors, based on average monthly factory entries.

• Internal audits were conducted prior to annual external audits to assess EHS implementation and drive continuous improvement.

• Verified production sites included Taiwan (Zhonghe, Longtan, Dayuan, Kaohsiung), China (Tianjin, Changzhou, Chang’an, Guangzhou, Huizhou), Thailand, and Vietnam.

• By year-end, 95.74% of all production sites had obtained both ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications. 

Risk Classification and Prevention

LITEON emphasizes early prevention, zero accidents, and zero hazards for employees, contractors, and visitors. Hazard identification and risk assessments are reviewed by management and executed by EHS teams. All sites conduct regular health and safety meetings, supported by internal and external audits to evaluate the effectiveness of risk controls. These efforts ensure compliance with local regulations and ISO 45001 standards.

New employees receive orientation training covering health and safety responsibilities and self-protection awareness. In line with Taiwan’s Occupational Safety and Health Act, employees are instructed to report any imminent danger and retreat to a safe location. In 2024, there were no recorded penalties or sheltering incidents due to safety concerns raised by employees.

In case of accidents, each unit must notify the occupational safety department immediately, implement first aid and relief measures, and initiate a formal investigation. Based on findings, corrective actions are taken, followed by a new risk assessment to ensure effective ongoing management.

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Worker Engagement, Communication, and Training

LITEON’s production sites are located in Taiwan, China, Thailand, Vietnam, and India. In Taiwan, local laws require the establishment of an Occupational Safety and Health Committee, which meets quarterly to address:

• Health and safety management

• Education and training programs

• Health management and disease prevention

• Safety audits of equipment and materials

• Occupational accident investigations

The committee includes employers, department heads, safety managers, and labor representatives, with the highest EHS supervisor serving as the management representative.

Although overseas sites are not legally required to form such committees, LITEON’s EHS enforcement units conduct regular meetings to guide safety practices and identify areas for improvement. The Occupational Safety Division coordinates safety and health affairs across all regions.

Occupational Health Services and Workplace Wellbeing

LITEON provides pre-employment checkups and regular physical exams for all employees. Each plant is staffed with nurses, emergency care personnel, and stationed doctors to ensure timely medical support. In 2024, Taiwan plants also hired nutritionists to monitor food safety and promote healthy lifestyles. A total of 7 CPR + AED training sessions were held, with 256 employees completing the training. 

To promote employee wellbeing, LITEON offers fitness centers, libraries, and spacious cafeterias at its facilities. Onsite services such as travel agencies and cafés enhance convenience and contribute to a healthy, comfortable workplace.

Safety Awareness and Injury Prevention

LITEON complies with local regulations by providing mandatory safety and health training to new employees. Regular sessions cover:

• Electrical safety

• Hazardous chemical management

• First aid

• Fire prevention and drills

• Radiation safety (for high-risk roles)

Contract workers also receive pre-entry hazard disclosures, safety analyses, and ongoing supervision to ensure a strong safety culture.

To reduce occupational diseases and accidents, LITEON has established EHS promotion task forces at all sites. These teams conduct internal and external audits, including annual evaluations of environmental, safety, health, and fire protection standards.

Key performance indicators in 2024:

• Disabling Injury Frequency Rate (FR): 0.69

• Disabling Injury Severity Rate (SR): 13

• Total recordable occupational injuries: 45 cases

• Most common injury type: clamping or rolling accidents, accounting for ~40% of cases

LITEON reports occupational health and safety performance using Severity Rate (SR) ,Lost work hours and total working hours. Lost workdays were converted into lost workdays assuming 8 hours per day. These figures are disclosed in sustainability reports and verified by third parties. 

LITEON continues to implement engineering improvements, administrative controls, and training programs to reduce risks. The company also promotes digital and electronic management of safety data, enabling department heads and employees to identify and address deficiencies, thereby reducing the likelihood of future hazards. Other EHS information please see Occupational safety and health management framwork and measures.