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HIV/AIDS Policy

This policy is reviewed annually. Last reviewed August 2026.

GoldStar Insurance Co. Ltd recognises the seriousness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and its impact on the workplace. Our Company supports national efforts to reduce the spread of infection and minimize the impact of the disease. The purpose of this policy is to ensure a consistent and equitable approach to the prevention of HIV/AIDS among employees and their families, and to the management of the consequences of HIV/AIDS, including the care and support of employees living with HIV/AIDS. The policy has been developed and will be implemented in consultation with employees at all levels. It is in compliance with existing laws regarding HIV/AIDS and with the ILO Code of Practice on HIV/AIDS.

GoldStar Insurance Co. Ltd does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination against employees or job applicants on any grounds, including HIV status. While we recognize that there are circumstances unique to HIV infection, this policy rests on the principle that HIV infection and AIDS should be treated like any other serious condition or illness that may affect employees.

1. Specific provisions of this policy

1.1 Rights of employees

HIV-positive employees will be protected against discrimination, victimisation or harassment.

1.2 Employment opportunities and termination of employment

No employee should suffer adverse consequences, whether dismissal or denial of appropriate alternative employment opportunities, merely on the basis of HIV infection.

1.3 Testing

GoldStar Insurance Co. Ltd rejects HIV testing as a prerequisite for recruitment, access to training or promotion.

1.4 Confidentiality

The Company recognises the sensitive issues that surround HIV/AIDS and undertakes to handle matters in a discreet and private manner. Where an employee with HIV has revealed his or her status to management, the Company will keep the identity of such person confidential.

2. Prevention, care and support for employees with HIV/AIDS

2.1 Awareness and education

Appropriate awareness and education programmes will be conducted to inform employees about AIDS and HIV which will enable them to protect themselves and others against infection by HIV. Some of these will include the families of employees and the local community.

2.2 Care and assistance

The Company will treat employees who are infected or affected by HIV/AIDS with empathy, care and reasonable assistance.

2.3 Reasonable accommodation at work

It is the policy of the Company to respond to the changing health status of employees by making reasonable accommodation in the work place for those infected with HIV. Employees may continue to work as long as they are able to perform their duties safely and in accordance with accepted performance standards.

2.4 Benefits and services

Employees living with HIV/AIDS will be treated no less favourably than staff with any other serious illness or condition in terms of statutory and company benefits, work place compensation, where appropriate, and other available services.