Good Citizens Code of Conduct for Local Assembly and Manufacturing
At Good Citizens Eyewear, we are committed to upholding the highest ethical, environmental, and workplace standards across every stage of our manufacturing and assembly in Sydney, Australia.
This Code of Conduct applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers involved in the production and supply of our eyewear products.
1. Oversight and Management
Our Company Director, Nik Robinson, is personally present at every production run to ensure compliance with this Code.
Monthly supplier inspections are conducted by Nik Robinson or Jocelyne Simpson to confirm ongoing adherence to Good Citizens’ standards.
2. Labour and Workplace Standards
Full compliance with the Australian Fair Work Act 2009.
Fair wages that meet or exceed national minimum standards.
Safe, clean, and healthy working environments.
Prohibition of child labour, forced labour, and discrimination.
Respect for freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining.
3. Health and Safety
Regular safety audits and risk assessments.
Mandatory training in workplace health and safety procedures.
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) where required.
Emergency exits, first aid kits, and fire safety equipment accessible and maintained.
4. Environmental Responsibility
Minimising waste and optimising recycling throughout production.
Responsible energy and water usage.
Full compliance with local environmental regulations.
5. Ethical Materials and Product Integrity
All materials ethically sourced, certified recycled, or sustainably produced.
Products meet strict quality assurance standards for safety and durability.
No tolerance for unverified environmental claims.
6. Insurance and Risk Management
Business Insurance with CGU Insurance.
Workers Compensation Insurance with icare NSW.
Product and Public Liability Insurance underwritten by Lloyd’s of London.
All insurance policies are current and compliant with Australian legal requirements.
7. Anti-Bribery and Transparency
No bribery, kickbacks, or corrupt practices at any stage of production or supply.
Open, honest, and fair business conduct.
8. Compliance Monitoring
Monthly supplier checks documented, with corrective actions issued if required.
Non-compliance may result in termination of supplier or contractor relationships.
Certified Materials – Verified by the World's Toughest Standards
At Good Citizens Eyewear, the recycled materials used to make our frames are internationally certified for safety and sustainability:
Global Recycled Standard (GRS) – Certified by Control Union, verifying genuine recycled content, ethical production, and traceability (Certificate issued 18 February 2022).
FDA Approval (U.S.A.) – Starlinger recycling process (PNC 608) approved for food contact under 21 CFR 177.1630.
EFSA Approval (Europe) – EFSA Journal 2020;18(5):6793 confirms suitability for food packaging and human use.
Our recycled PET meets both U.S. FDA and European EFSA food-grade purity standards, proving it is clean, safe, and truly sustainable.
Sunglasses Lenses – Carl Zeiss Vision
All our sunglasses are fitted with authentic ZEISS lenses, manufactured under strict quality management systems certified to:
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
ISO 13485:2016 Medical Device Quality
ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Testing
CE Marking and EN ISO 12312-1 International Sunglass Standards
AS/NZS 1067:2016 Australian Sunglass Standards
Each specialist prescription ZEISS lens order bears a discreet laser-engraved 'Z' mark, guaranteeing authenticity and optical quality.
Our sun lenses are cut and fitted by Carl Zeiss Vision Australia at their advanced facility in Adelaide. As an Australian employer, Carl Zeiss Vision Australia operates under the Fair Work Act 2009, ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and lawful employee entitlements. This commitment was formalised through the approval of the Carl Zeiss Vision Australia Employees Workplace Agreement by the Fair Work Commission in 2013.
Additionally, Carl Zeiss Vision Australia upholds a global Code of Conduct promoting ethical behaviour, legal compliance, and workplace safety.
Local Prescription Supplier – Lensify
Our Sydney-based prescription lens cutter and fitter operates in full compliance with:
The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) for fair wages
The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW) for providing a safe working environment
The Workers Compensation Act 1987 (NSW) for employee protection
Locally Supplied and Fitted Prescription Lenses – Essilor Certified Ethical Standards
All our non Zeiss prescription lenses are cut and fitted locally in Sydney using Essilor lenses, backed by internationally recognised ethical and quality commitments:
EssilorLuxottica Global Code of Ethics 2023
Document: Code of Ethics, Version 2023
Issued by: EssilorLuxottica S.A., France
Registry No.: 712 049 618 (Créteil Trade and Company Registry, France)
Eyes on the Planet Sustainability Program
SpeakUp Internal Reporting System for Ethics Violations
Compliance with UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
Commitment to International Labour Organization (ILO) Standards
Zero tolerance for child labour, forced labour, discrimination, or unsafe conditions.
Australian Compliance
Compliance with the Fair Work Act 2009 for fair wages, safe conditions, and lawful rights.
Health and Safety
Implementation of rigorous Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies.
Transparency and Anti-Corruption
Strict adherence to anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, and data protection laws.
Environmental Sustainability
Carbon reduction, circularity initiatives, and sustainable sourcing through Eyes on the Planet.
SpeakUp Platform
Employees and partners can confidentially report violations at https://speakup.essilorluxottica.com.
Australian-Made with Care
All our eyewear frames are made in Sydney at our own assembly facility and local third-party factory.
Our Company Director, Nik Robinson, is personally present at every production run to ensure quality, ethics, and safety.
Under Australian law, all workers are guaranteed fair wages, safe working conditions, and lawful rights.
We proudly pay local wages and support Australian manufacturing to reduce environmental impact and create local jobs.
Dispatch Centre: Inclusivity in Action
Our dispatch and warehouse centre, based in Sydney, is operated in partnership with Avenue Frenchs Forest, an NDIS-supported workplace.
Avenue empowers people with disabilities to develop skills, earn income, and thrive.
Every order packed by our team supports a fairer and more inclusive community.
Our Promise
We are committed to transparency, fairness, and care for both people and the planet.
Thank you for supporting ethical, Australian-made eyewear.
