The Vestas Safety, Quality, Health, and Environmental (SQHE) Policy and HSE framework outline the procedures in identifying, mitigating, and reporting health and safety related negative impacts and risks for own workforce as well as for contractors and suppliers in the value chain for all positions globally. The SQHE Policy is approved by the Executive Management and supported by our HSE management system based on the principles of ISO 45001. Reports on injury rate performance are shared with the Board on a quarterly basis, and with the Executive Management team on a monthly basis. Our SQHE Policy applies to all Vestas entities, employees, activities, products and services, and includes our expectations in relation to external parties. The policy is reviewed annually and was aligned with the ESRS and Vestas’ HSE framework in 2024.

Vestas provides clear reporting mechanisms and appropriate channels for all members of the workforce to raise concerns and have them addressed. Their commitment and reference to grievance mechanisms, such as EthicsLine, are outlined in their policies, including the Human Rights Policy and Employee Code of Conduct. Employees can send questions and requests related to their employment via a service desk platform, a whistleblower platform, EthicsLine, and work councils in certain regions. Employees are encouraged to speak to their managers or contact their P&C Business Partner. All stakeholders, including members of Vestas' workforce, are encouraged to raise allegations relating to misconduct or impropriety through these channels. Vestas investigates alleged concerns raised and seeks resolution through EthicsLine, ensuring that concerns are addressed in a manner appropriate to the nature of the case.