Sump Alarm Company Policies & Compliance Standards

At Sump Alarm, we are committed to ethical business practices, product safety, environmental responsibility, and compliance with all applicable regulations. Below is a comprehensive list of policies that outline our dedication to quality, integrity, and responsible corporate stewardship.

Product Safety & Compliance

  • Lead-Free Compliance: Our products do not contain metal and are not subject to lead compliance regulations such as the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) or California Prop 65.
  • RoHS & REACH Compliance: Our components meet applicable Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) standards, ensuring they are free from hazardous materials.
  • Electrical Safety & Certifications: We ensure our electrical products meet industry safety standards, including IEC, FCC, ETL, and CE certifications where applicable.
  • Consumer Product Safety: All products are tested to meet U.S. and international safety standards, ensuring they are safe for consumers, installers, and the environment.

Ethical Sourcing & Manufacturing

  • No Child or Forced Labor: Sump Alarm is fully compliant with child labor laws and international labor standards. We do not engage in or support the use of child labor or forced labor in any part of our supply chain.
  • Responsible Trade Policy: We partner only with suppliers that uphold ethical labor practices, fair wages, and safe working conditions.
  • Conflict-Free Sourcing: We ensure that none of our materials are sourced from areas contributing to human rights abuses (in compliance with the Dodd-Frank Act conflict minerals provisions).
  • Sustainable & Ethical Supplier Practices: Our suppliers must adhere to our Responsible Sourcing Guidelines, ensuring fair labor, environmental responsibility, and human rights protections.

Environmental Responsibility & Sustainability

  • Eco-Friendly Packaging: We strive to minimize waste by using recyclable, biodegradable, and reduced-plastic packaging materials.
  • Hazardous Material-Free Manufacturing: Our products are manufactured without harmful chemicals or substances, making them safe for homes, businesses, and the environment.
  • Sustainable Business Practices: We support sustainable sourcing of materials and environmentally responsible disposal of electronic components.

Corporate Responsibility & Community Engagement

  • Veteran Support: We proudly support America’s disabled veterans through annual contributions, helping provide essential resources and assistance to those who have served.
  • Cancer Research Fundraising: We contribute to Pedal the Cause, a leading fundraiser supporting cancer research and the search for a cure.
  • Commitment to Local Communities: We believe in giving back to the communities where we operate by supporting nonprofits, charities, and service organizations.

Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) Policy

  • Sump Alarm is a MAP pricing company, ensuring fair and consistent pricing across the market.
  • We enforce our MAP policy by requiring all retailers and distributors to sign our MAP agreement before listing products for sale in the U.S. or Canada.
  • MAP enforcement:
  • MAP policy does not control selling prices. It only regulates advertised prices to maintain brand integrity and prevent market disruption.
  • Retailers are free to discount products in-store or through general promotions (e.g., “10% off entire store”), as long as advertised pricing remains at or above MAP.

Business Ethics & Governance

  • Anti-Corruption & Anti-Bribery Policy: Sump Alarm maintains a zero-tolerance policy for corruption, bribery, or unethical business dealings, in compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and international anti-bribery laws.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to race, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
  • Privacy & Data Protection: We take customer data privacy seriously and comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other data protection laws. Customer information is never sold or shared without consent.

Trade Compliance & Supply Chain Transparency

  • USMCA & International Trade Compliance: Many of our products comply with U.S., Canadian, and Mexican trade laws under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). 
  • Export Compliance: We adhere to all U.S. export control laws, including compliance with the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
  • Supply Chain Transparency: We require that all suppliers adhere to ethical sourcing practices, disclose manufacturing locations, and provide full traceability of materials.

Warranty & Customer Commitment

  • Industry-Leading Warranty: We stand behind our products with a reliable warranty policy, ensuring quality and performance.
  • Customer Satisfaction Guarantee: We are committed to delivering high-quality products and responsive customer support. If there are any issues, we work to resolve them quickly and fairly.

Final Commitment

At Sump Alarm, we take corporate responsibility seriously. Our policies are designed to protect consumers, employees, suppliers, and the environment while ensuring our business operates with integrity and accountability. We continuously assess and improve our compliance efforts to align with global best practices and industry standards.