Indicator 9. Minors (younger than 18) are not employed/exploited by the company for labor. As much as possible, companies must avoid hiring children to be part of their workforce. In situations where it is culturally acceptable for minors to assist their family financially through engaging in informal work, the community must set the threshold for appropriate terms of children’s engagement with the company. Testaments from members of the community or from company employees, and complaints filed in courts may be sources of information on child labor. (4 points) Indicator 10. Workers of the company and concerned communities are not exposed to occupational hazards (ex. Health and geophysical hazards). The company must ensure the wellbeing of the concerned communities and of its workers. Investment’s operations should not cause damages to health or place lives at risk. Company policies must include mitigating measures to minimize health risks. (4 points) RESPECT Indicator 11. Rights holders and communities confirm that they were involved in the consultation and negotiation processes. Proper dialogues with stakeholders and affected communities must have been conducted prior to the implementation of the project. Through such, rights holders may be able to understand the implications of the project to their communities, voice out their concerns, and have these addressed by investors. Community members and company representatives may confirm if consultations have been conducted. (6 points) Indicator 12. Rights holders and communities were given adequate time to make an informed decision regarding their stake in the investment. Communities must have been given ample time to weigh the risks and costs against the benefits of the proposed investment before they provide free, prior, and informed consent. Although there are no recommendations as to how long the discernment period should be, sufficient time must be provided for communities to discuss among themselves, build consensus, and produce a consolidated stand on the project. (6 points) Indicator 13. Coercive and deceptive acts were not or are not being committed by the investor/company. Community leaders and members must not be forced into accepting the investor’s proposals through verbal threats, physical assault, or ANGOC and KPA 93