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  • The Company is committed to developing its personnel by enhancing their knowledge and competencies in medical care and service delivery, ensuring equal access to development opportunities for all employees. It also promotes career advancement to support sustainable organizational growth.
  • The Company is dedicated to promoting good health within communities and society by providing health education and improving access to healthcare knowledge. In addition, it supports opportunities for underprivileged groups to develop livelihoods, contributing to the improvement of overall quality of life in the community and society.

 

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(Human Rights Due Diligence: HRDD)

For the Year 2025

1. Scope Definition

The Company has defined the scope of its human rights due diligence process to cover all stakeholders, taking into account relevant human rights issues, including labor rights, community and environmental rights, supplier rights, and customer rights. These cover key areas such as business-related human rights, safety, working conditions, and fair compensation. The Company adopts an approach to assess human rights impacts across its operations, business partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.

 

2. Identification of Human Rights Risk Issues

The Company reviews human rights risks related to hospital operations, including both actual and potential risks arising from its business activities, as well as from suppliers, contractors, and joint ventures, which may lead to involvement in human rights violations.

The Company also reviews human rights trends within the industry and categorizes similar issues to develop a human rights risk checklist. Relevant departments are assigned to assess potential human rights risks.

Scope of Human Rights Issues:

  • Labor Rights: Occupational health, workplace environment and safety, fair treatment, employee data protection 

  • Community and Environmental Rights: Health and safety, waste and hazardous materials management, access to healthcare services 

  • Customer Rights: Customer privacy, non-discrimination, safety and treatment 

  • Supplier Rights: Confidentiality, fair treatment

 

3. Human Rights Risk Assessment

The Company assesses human rights risks based on the severity of impacts and the likelihood of occurrence across its value chain, including employees, suppliers, contractors, customers, surrounding communities, and vulnerable groups such as women, children, minorities, indigenous peoples, migrant workers, outsourced workers, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, the elderly, and pregnant women. Risk levels are classified into four categories: Very High, High, Moderate, and Low, as follows:

 

Risk Severity Criteria

Impact

Very High:

  • Widespread impact beyond operational areas 
  • Company unable to mitigate or remediate impacts 
  • Requires intervention from independent external organizations

High:

  • Significant impact within operational areas 
  • Requires extended time for mitigation and remediation

Moderate:

  • Impact on certain stakeholders within operational areas 
  • Potential involvement in supporting activities leading to violations 
  • Conflicts with vulnerable groups

Low:

  • Indirect benefit from violations caused by others 
  • Inability to respond to stakeholder concerns 
  •  Impacts manageable through grievance mechanisms

 

Likelihood Criteria

 

Likelihood Criteria

Characteristics of the prospects

Very High (4):

Occurs frequently within operations

High (3):

Occurs occasionally

Moderate (2):

Occurs infrequently

Low (1):

Rare but possible

 

 

Key Human Rights Risk Issues

In 2025, the Company identified 11 key human rights risk issues, including:

Risk Assessment Results

Labor Rights:

Community & Environment:

Customer Rights:

Supplier Rights:

Occupational Health Environment and Safety in the Workplace

Community Health and Safety

Maintaining customer privacy

Confidentiality of Suppliers

Fair treatment of workers

Waste and hazard management

Non-discrimination against customers

Fair treatment

Protection of Employee Personal Data

Access to medical services

Customer Treatment & Safety

 

 

4. Integration and Risk Mitigation Measures 

The Company has taken five high-risk human rights issues to analyze the risks that may arise and prepare mitigation measures and remedial processes to reduce the likelihood of occurrence or violence and the impact of such human rights risk issues, which may be transmitted to stakeholders and vulnerable groups

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Occupational Health and Safety

  • Accidents caused by employees' work due to non-compliance with safety measures 
  • Accidents caused by broken equipment in the workplace 
  • wellness due to non-standard workplace environment
  • Provide training and communicate to employees to be aware of the risks and hazards of operational 
  • Regularly inspect and maintain equipment for use. 
  • Health check-ups and vaccinations for employees on an annual basis.

Access to Healthcare

  • Patients cannot access medical services due to the lack of well-being in the community.
  • Health check-up service in slum areas 
  • Donation of equipment, medicines and medical supplies

Customer Privacy

  • Leaked customer personal information
  • Appoint the Personal Data Protection Officer (DPO) and the Company's Personal Data Protection Committee to determine data control and protection measures in accordance with the requirements of the law 
  • Channels for receiving complaints and taking immediate corrective action against complaints 
  • Operating IT Security

Customer Safety

  • Visitors have had an accident in the hospital due to damaged areas or unavailable facilities.
  • Organize regular training programs for staff in patient services. 
  • Inspect and maintain the area, building, and equipment to be ready for service.

Fair Treatment of Suppliers

  • Patent and copyright infringement of suppliers 
  • Employment or non-transparency of services
  • Comply with all agreements given or entered into with suppliers or contracting companies 
  • Determine the process of selecting suppliers and monitoring the operation of suppliers

 

5. Human Rights Mitigation Measures

Following risk assessment, the Company implements measures to manage potential impacts by minimizing negative impacts to acceptable levels and enhancing positive impacts. The Company also establishes engagement mechanisms with affected stakeholders, including employees, business partners, suppliers, contractors, customers, and communities, to address and remediate human rights issues.

 

6. Monitoring and Review

The Company continuously monitors and reviews human rights risks and impacts, recognizing that they may change over time due to evolving activities and stakeholders. Key performance indicators (KPIs) are established to track performance, and results are disclosed annually through the 56-1 One Report and the Company’s website.

2025 Performance

In 2025, the Company received no complaints related to human rights violations, and therefore no remediation actions were required.

Contact Channels:
Vibhavadi Medical Center Public Company Limited
51/3 Ngamwongwan Road, Ladyao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900
Email: vibha_cac@vibhavadi.com
Website: www.vibhavadi.com

7. Remediation

The Company provides remediation measures for affected parties, including financial and non-financial assistance, both short-term and long-term, to mitigate impacts from business activities and prevent recurrence.

In cases of human rights violations, the Company conducts fair investigations and applies disciplinary actions in accordance with its regulations, including:

  • Verbal warning 

  • Written warning 

  • Suspension 

  • Termination 

  • Dismissal

Occupational Health, Safety, and Work Environment

The Company places strong emphasis on occupational health, safety, and workplace environment for all employees. It is committed to preventing hazards, reducing risks, and controlling potential impacts across all operational processes that may lead to loss of life, injury, or work-related illness.

The Company has established policies on occupational health, safety, and environmental management in compliance with applicable laws, international standards, regulations, and relevant requirements, with the objective of minimizing workplace risks and ensuring a safe working environment.

Management Approach

Vibhavadi Hospital prioritizes a safe and healthy working environment by implementing comprehensive risk assessments across all operational processes.
Training programs are conducted to promote safe work practices and prevent occupational illnesses and accidents. Workplace environmental assessments are also carried out based on risk factors to ensure compliance with legal requirements.

The Company has established an Occupational Health, Safety, and Work Environment Committee, and appointed trained safety representatives (“Safety Officers”) in all departments. These representatives have completed specialized training in occupational health in hospitals, occupational diseases, environmental health, and health risk assessment, ensuring effective safety oversight across the organization.

In addition, the Company has implemented an integrated Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Plan, consisting of multiple programs, including:

  • Emergency preparedness and response program
  • Fire prevention and suppression program
  • Waste, chemical, and hazardous substance management program
  • Workplace safety program
  • Security management program
  • Utilities system management program
  • Emerging infectious disease preparedness drill (2025)

These programs are designed to ensure timely and effective responses to emergency situations.

Occupational Health Initiatives

  • Annual employee health check-ups
  • Influenza vaccination (quadrivalent vaccine)

Workplace Safety and Environmental Measures

  • Monitoring of indoor lighting quality within hospital facilities
  • Monitoring of indoor air quality and surrounding environmental conditions
  • Building inspections conducted by independent inspectors to ensure safety and structural integrity
  • Fire prevention training and emergency response drills, including mass casualty preparedness
  • Annual drills for emerging infectious disease response (2025)

Monitoring and Reporting
The General Administration Department is responsible for monitoring occupational health, safety, and environmental performance, with monthly reporting to the Executive Committee.

The department also oversees the continuous monitoring of workplace environmental conditions to ensure compliance and effectiveness.

Performance in 2025
Injury Frequency Rates and Working Hours

Occupational Health and Safety Performance

Unit

2023

2024

2025

– Employees

Hours

3,796,000

3,822,280

 

– Contractors

Hours

72,248

95,824

 

Number of Incidents

– Employees

Cases

13

14

 

– Contractors

Cases

0

0

 

Lost Time Injury Cases (LTI)
– Employees

Cases

0

0

 

– Contractors

Cases

0

0

 

Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR)  (per 1 million working hours)

– Employees

 

3.42

3.66

 

– Contractors

 

0

0

 

Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) (per 1 million working hours)

– Employees

 

0

0

 

– Contractors

 

0

0

 


Note: There were zero work-related fatalities during the reporting period.

The Company remains committed to maintaining a safe workplace, with continuous monitoring and preventive measures to minimize occupational risks and ensure zero lost-time injuries across both employees and contractors. 

Health Program

Health Program Participation (Person)

2023

2024

2025

Influenza Vaccination (Quadrivalent)

1,003

1,027

1,016

Annual Health Check-ups

1,290

1,288

1,264

Workplace Safety and Environment
The Company is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and conducive working environment in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.

Performance in 2025

  • Air Quality Monitoring: Within standard limits
  • Lighting Quality Assessment: Within standard limits
  • Building Inspection: In normal and safe condition

In 2025, the Company was honored with the Building Safety Award 2025 (25-Year Building Category) at the Silver Level, presented by the Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning.

 

Community Engagement

In 2025, the Company remained committed to fostering strong relationships with communities surrounding Vibhavadi Hospital and contributing to the improvement of quality of life in society.

The Company focuses on promoting healthcare and safety, which are fundamental to sustainable community development, through a range of continuous initiatives, including: 

(1) Outreach Health Check-up Programs
Providing off-site health screening services to enhance public access to health assessments and promote appropriate self-care practices 

(2) Medical Education and Awareness Programs
Delivering healthcare knowledge and treatment guidance by experienced medical professionals to the general public, government agencies, patients, and their families through both on-site and online platforms

Management Approach

The Company has established dedicated units responsible for coordinating with external stakeholders, including district offices, municipalities, communities, and other relevant organizations.

The Company actively participates in stakeholder meetings and engagement activities to gather feedback and strengthen collaboration. It also organizes various initiatives to improve public access to health services and knowledge.

Further details of community activities are available on the Company’s website:
https://www.vibhavadi.com/th/news

Health-related articles can be accessed at:
https://www.vibhavadi.com/th/blogs
 

Key Activities in 2025

  • Basic First Aid and CPR Training (26th consecutive year)
    Conducted 6 sessions free of charge to reduce emergency risks and fatalities
  • CPR and AED Training
    Delivered to teachers and staff of Kasetsart University Laboratory School on 11 December 2025
  • Free Health Check-up Activity
    Organized in collaboration with a bird’s nest brand for individuals exercising at Suan Rot Fai Park on 1 December 2025
  • The “Dengue Zero” initiative and the seminar on the topic of “Vaccination for Adults and the Elderly” are educational activities designed to enhance awareness and understanding of the prevention of dengue fever and malaria, as well as to promote better health management practices.
  • Mobile Medical Volunteer Unit
    Conducted at Thamaka School, Kanchanaburi Province, in collaboration with the Saint Gabriel Alumni Association on 8 December 2025
  • Community and Stakeholder Meeting
    Held on 22 April 2025 to develop annual plans for health promotion, disease prevention, and community clinical services
  • Health Knowledge Dissemination
    Provided through articles, training sessions, and digital platforms
    Additional Engagement Channels

The Company also provides various channels to disseminate health knowledge, including:

  • Live streaming sessions
  • “Happy & Healthy” radio program, hosted by specialist physicians
  • Health-related articles and podcasts available on the Company’s website:
    https://www.vibhavadi.com/th/podcast

This approach reflects the Company’s commitment to creating shared value with communities through accessible healthcare knowledge and services.

Human Capital Development

Commitment

The Company is committed to enhancing the capabilities of all personnel to ensure both professional stability and the well-being of employees and their families.

Continuous development of physicians, nurses, and all employees is a key priority, enabling them to deliver high-quality care with the same level of dedication as caring for their own family members. The Company also provides comprehensive employee benefits to support overall well-being.

Management Approach

Employee Training and Development

The Company has established a dedicated Learning and Development Department responsible for managing employee training programs.

This department develops annual training plans based on employee training needs assessments and identifies appropriate external courses aligned with the objectives and professional requirements of each department.

Training effectiveness is evaluated through satisfaction surveys and feedback collection, which are used to continuously improve employee development programs.

Training Programs in 2025

  • Pre-employment training
  • Performance-based training aligned with individual development needs
  • Career advancement training
  • Mandatory training in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards

Performance in 2025

In 2025, the Company conducted both internal and external training programs to enhance employee knowledge and competencies.

A total of 4,058 employees participated in training programs, representing an increase of 1,823 employees compared to 2,235 employees in 2024, reflecting the Company’s strong commitment to continuous human capital development.

Training Indicators

Unit

Year

2023

2024

2025

Average Training Hours per Employee

Hours per person per year

20.70

13

17.61

Average Training Hours by Gender

    Male

Hours per person

20.70

15.93

220

    Female

Hours per person

20.70

13

34

Average Training Hours by Employee Level

    Senior Management

Hours per person

20.70

24

48

    Physicians and Nurses

Hours per person

20.70

24.92

48

Average Training Expenditure

THB per person per year

2,371.75

592.73

592.02

Employee Training Hours and Training Expenditure

Training Programs

External Training Programs

  1. Infection Prevention and Control in Hospitals (14th Session): Best Practice for VAP
  2. Fixed Assets Management and Financial Reporting in accordance with accounting standards
  3. Innovation in Quality Improvement for Elderly Care in the Digital Era
  4. Medical Devices, Digital Technology, and Information Systems for Critical Care Nursing

Internal Training Programs (Conference Room, Building 4, 9th Floor)

  1. Basic EKG – 29 May 2025
  2. Periorbital Surgery – 23 June 2025
  3. Service Process Improvement for Patient Rights Verification – 12 November 2025
  4. Exercise Programs for Orthopedic Patients – 30 July 2025
  5. Health Check-up Planning – 6 August 2025
  6. Insulin Administration – 5 September 2025

New Employee Orientation, including company regulations and anti-corruption policy
The above programs represent only a portion of the training initiatives conducted. Post-training assessments are carried out to evaluate knowledge and effectiveness, ensuring continuous improvement in employee capability development.

Employee Engagement

   The Company is committed to fostering a strong organizational culture rooted in leadership by example, open communication, and a results-oriented mindset. It emphasizes empowerment, engagement, and sincere treatment of employees, guided by integrity and ethical principles, with the aim of creating a unified “family-like” workplace environment.

Management Approach

In today’s highly competitive healthcare industry, medical professionals and employees are critical to achieving competitive advantage and sustainable organizational growth. The Company places strong emphasis on employee well-being and quality of life.

To support this, the Company has established fair and competitive compensation and benefits policies for employees and their families, ensuring adequacy for living standards. 

These include cost-of-living allowances, provident fund participation, inpatient medical treatment benefits at no cost, family healthcare discounts, funeral assistance, and recreational and family-oriented activities.

Employee Engagement Activities

  • Children’s Day Activity (21 February 2025)
    Organized to promote development and happiness among children and youth, while strengthening relationships between the Hospital, service users, and employees’ families
  • Educational Scholarships for Employees’ Children
    Through the Vibhavadi Foundation, the Company awarded 77 scholarships totaling THB 659,000 in 2025 to employees’ children with outstanding academic performance, supporting educational opportunities and reducing financial burdens
  • New Year Celebration
    Organized employee appreciation activities, including a staff luncheon and lucky draw
  • Annual Employee Health Check-up Program
    Supporting both physical and mental well-being to enhance employee performance
    Employee Benefits and Workforce Data

Employee Benefits and Workforce Data

Indicator

Unit

2023

2024

2025

Total Employee Compensation               

THB million

554.81

585.12

594.87

Employees Enrolled in Provident Fund

Persons

708

710

705

Number of Employee Resignations

Persons

202

233

156

Turnover Rate

%

15.65

17.79

11.41

Performance in 2025

The Company implemented the “HAPPINOMETER” program, an employee engagement survey designed to assess organizational commitment and gather employee feedback.
The results are used to enhance key areas, including knowledge development, work-life balance, health, family well-being, and employee benefits.

As a result, the Company achieved an employee engagement score of 70.34%.

 

Human Rights and Labor Practices

The Company is committed to respecting internationally recognized human rights, which are fundamental to achieving sustainable organizational success.

A Human Rights Policy has been established to ensure that the Board of Directors, executives, and employees uphold human rights principles and treat all stakeholders—including employees, customers, business partners, contractors, communities, and the surrounding environment—with equality and fairness.

Management Approach

The Company implements a comprehensive Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) process to identify, assess, and mitigate potential human rights risks, aiming to prevent violations and minimize impacts on stakeholders.

Grievance Mechanisms

The Company provides accessible channels for reporting human rights concerns:

  • By Mail:
    Audit Committee
    Vibhavadi Hospital Public Company Limited
    51/3 Ngamwongwan Road, Lat Yao, Chatuchak
    Bangkok 10900, Thailand
  • Email: vibha_cac@vibhavadi.com

The Company has established remediation measures for affected individuals, including both financial and non-financial support, in the short and long term.

Performance in 2025
Zero complaints related to human rights violations

 

Employment Practices

1. Workforce Recruitment

As a healthcare provider, the Company primarily employs medical professionals, including physicians and nurses. Recruitment is based on qualifications, competencies, experience, and professional standards.

For other positions, candidates are selected based on their knowledge, skills, and experience, ensuring alignment with job requirements. Workforce planning is managed to maintain an appropriate balance with service demand.

The Company provides fair compensation and benefits in line with market standards and legal requirements.

Workforce Overview

Indicator

Unit

2023

2024

2025

Total Employees

Persons

1,287

1,309

1367

Male Employees

Persons

181

178

189

Female Employees

Persons

1,106

1,131

1178

 

New Hires

Indicator

Unit

2023

2024

2025

Total New Employees

Persons

234

317

246

Monthly Employees

Persons

210

295

236

Daily Employees

Persons

24

22

10

In 2025, the Company did not employ any government officials.

2. Employment of Older Workers

    To support an aging society, the Company has a policy to employ post-retirement personnel aged 55–65 who remain capable and willing to work. These employees contribute through their expertise, experience, and specialized skills, serving as mentors, trainers, and advisors.

Management by Age Group

Management Level(1)

Unit

2023

2024

2025

Under 30

Persons

-

-

-

30–50

Persons

1

1

1

50–60

Persons

4

4

4

Over 60

Persons

8

9

9

Note: Management level includes Directors and above.

Employees by Age Group

Employee2)

Unit

2023

2024

2025

Under 30

Persons

561

583

586

30–50

Persons

557

577

638

50–60

Persons

146

125

125

Over 60

Persons

23

21

18

Note: Includes both daily and monthly employees.

3. Employment of Persons with Disabilities

The Company supports the employment of persons with disabilities in accordance with the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Act B.E. 2550 (2007), as amended (No. 2) B.E. 2556 (2013).

Employment is provided under both Section 33 (direct employment) and Section 35 (alternative employment arrangements). Additionally, the Company provides space concessions for the sale of goods and services.

The Company plans to continuously increase employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Indicator

Unit

2023

2024

2025

Employees with Disabilities

Persons

3

4

6

 

4. Employment of Foreign Workers

The Company treats all employees equally regardless of nationality. The employment of foreign workers complies with applicable laws and international human rights standards.

The Company ensures a safe working environment and appropriate living conditions to support employee well-being and confidence.

In 2025, the Company employed 3 foreign workers, comprising:

  • 1 Chinese national
  • 1 Myanmar national
  • 1 Cambodian national

Performance in 2025

Zero complaints related to human rights violations

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