▌Friendly Leave System for Pregnancy and Parenting

Shieh Yih provides a comprehensive and flexible leave system to help employees balance work and family responsibilities during the process of welcoming new lives. The system includes menstrual leave, paid maternity leave, paid prenatal check-up leave, and paid paternity leave, enabling employees and their partners to receive full care and support during pregnancy and childbirth. In addition, Shieh Yih offers half-pay leave for miscarriage or gestational care, safeguarding employees’ physical and mental well-being. These measures demonstrate our commitment to employees’ health, rights, and interests, while fostering a friendly and reassuring workplace environment.

▌Workplace Safety Measures for Pregnant Employees Shieh Yih ensures a safe and supportive working environment for pregnant employees by relocating them to comfortable office areas with lower safety risks to protect their health and safety. In line with the Regulations on Special Protection for Female Employees, the Company allows pregnant employees to apply for position transfers without wage reduction, creating a protective workplace environment.   ▌Exclusive Parking Spaces for Pregnant Employees To accommodate the mobility and parking needs of pregnant employees, Shieh Yih has designated exclusive in-house parking spaces located near the company entrance. These spaces provide pregnant employees with convenient and safe access to the workplace, enhancing both work convenience and their sense of security.

▌Childbirth Subsidy To support employees in welcoming new lives, Shieh Yih provides childbirth subsidies to both male and female employees. In 2024, a total of 15 employees received the subsidy.   ▌Breastfeeding Rooms Shieh Yih has established dedicated breastfeeding rooms to provide independent spaces for female employees during the breastfeeding period. These rooms are managed and cleaned by designated personnel. Employees may freely use the breastfeeding rooms without taking leave or extending their working hours.

▌Friendly Workplace and Family Support Measures

Shieh Yih Machinery is committed to creating flexible working environments that support employees in balancing their careers and family responsibilities. The Company provides re-employment opportunities without restrictions for second-career women and recruits based on education, experience, and capabilities. Employees are entitled to menstrual leave, family care leave, unpaid parental leave, and flexible working hours to better meet family needs. In 2024, a total of 56 employees took menstrual leave and 94 employees applied for family care leave. In addition, 14 employees applied for unpaid parental leave, of which 86% were male and 14% were female. Furthermore, three employees applied for flexible working hours, including two females and one male. In addition, Shieh Yih entered into agreements with childcare centers in Luzhu District, Taoyuan, to provide convenient childcare services, further enhancing employees’ work-family balance.

▌Gender Equality Promotion and Control Measures Shieh Yih established gender equality regulations in 2012 and updated them in March 2024 following amendments to Taiwan’s “Three Gender Equality Laws.” To strengthen employees’ awareness of gender equality and workplace sexual harassment issues, the Company posts reminder posters and organizes company-wide campaigns to promote accurate concepts. At the same time, Shieh Yih provides comprehensive complaint channels and necessary assistance, respecting the intentions of the parties involved and offering appropriate support. Gender equality is also regularly promoted during monthly meetings, while dedicated training sessions are offered to directors and supervisors to ensure that both management and staff understand and implement relevant standards. Through these actions, Shieh Yih continues to foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace environment.

▌Measures Related to Employees’ Health Management

Shieh Yih has installed barrier-free washrooms and elevators to meet the daily needs of employees with disabilities and others who may require such facilities. In addition, the Company has planned for the establishment of an exclusive smoking area, effectively separating it from the main office areas to safeguard the health rights and interests of the majority of employees. Through these measures, Shieh Yih aims to create a safe, refreshing, and comfortable working environment that reflects our commitment to employee well-being and inclusivity.

▌Night Shift Safety Measures and Monitoring

Shieh Yih adopts a team-based cooperation model for night shifts to ensure mutual support among employees while improving both efficiency and safety. Meanwhile, lighting facilities have been upgraded to provide a safer working environment. In addition, security personnel use surveillance systems and conduct routine patrol inspections to guarantee the safety and smooth operation of night shifts.