Brooks Social Responsibility
Upholding Our Responsibilities to Employees, Customers, Suppliers, and Communities
Since our company’s inception in 1978, Brooks has grown and evolved alongside the industries we serve. Through every chapter, our actions have been guided by the same core values — honesty, integrity, accountability, and respect. Corporate responsibility is not a program at Brooks; it is the standard for how we operate.
Ethical Governance and Responsible Business Practices
Our Board of Directors oversees the company with a focus on ethical conduct, transparency, and long-term value creation. Their leadership ensures we operate in compliance with all applicable laws and uphold the highest standards of corporate governance.
Ethics and Integrity
The Brooks Standards of Conduct apply to all employees worldwide. These policies guide responsible behavior in areas such as human rights, workplace safety, anti-corruption, fair labor practices, discrimination, harassment, confidentiality, and accurate financial reporting.
Brooks Code of Conduct
Brooks Code of Conduct – Spanish
Brooks Code of Conduct – Chinese (Simplified)
Brooks Code of Conduct – Chinese (Traditional)
Brooks Code of Conduct – Korean
Brooks Code of Conduct – Japanese
Brooks Code of Conduct – German
Human Rights Policy
Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
Participation in the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA)
Brooks is a member of the RBA to drive ethical, socially responsible practices across the technology supply chain. Our policies align with RBA expectations for labor rights, health and safety, and environmental responsibility.
Responsible Minerals Sourcing Policy (Conflict Minerals)
We follow a responsible minerals sourcing policy to ensure materials support ethical practices and do not contribute to conflict or human rights abuses.
A Human Rights Focus That Shapes Every Decision We Make
Brooks follows the RBA Code of Conduct and applies it across all operations so that ethical labor practices stay clear and consistent. Human rights guide how we treat people, how we run our facilities, and how we hold ourselves accountable. This commitment shapes our approach to well-being, safety, and fair treatment everywhere we operate.
Product Design with Responsibility in Mind
Brooks designs products with sustainability, reliability, and long-term performance in mind. Our approach prioritizes efficient use of materials, improved energy performance, and thoughtful component selection to reduce environmental impact across the product lifecycle.
We support responsible sourcing through participation in the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) and work with our supply chain partners to promote ethical, transparent, and sustainable practices. Together, these efforts help ensure our products meet high standards for quality, compliance, and responsible manufacturing.
Social Impact: Investing in People and Communities
Brooks is committed to making a positive impact on people and communities around the world, particularly in the regions where we operate. We focus on fostering a workplace where employees feel valued and supported, while encouraging meaningful engagement through community outreach, charitable giving, and volunteerism.
Community Engagement
Brooks employees actively participate in initiatives that strengthen local communities and promote environmental stewardship. These efforts include volunteer programs, educational partnerships, scholarships, and hands-on activities such as tree planting and community gardening. Together, these actions reflect our commitment to responsible citizenship and long-term community well-being.
Inclusion & Diversity
We strive to build a workforce that reflects diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our Social Impact Committee helps guide inclusion efforts across the company, while employee resource groups—such as Women’s EDGE—empower, support, and advocate for women at Brooks.
Corporate Governance: Oversight, Accountability, and Risk Management
Strong corporate governance underpins how Brooks makes decisions, manages risk, and operates responsibly as a global organization. Oversight by the Board of Directors and executive leadership ensures ethical conduct, regulatory compliance, and disciplined execution in support of long-term value creation.
Product Compliance and Risk Management
Brooks operates in compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and industry requirements wherever we do business. Our governance practices support proactive risk identification, operational discipline, and consistent execution across global operations.
China RoHS Letter
EU RoHS Letter
EU REACH Letter
California Proposition 65 Statement Environmental Compliance Policy
Responsible Sourcing and Environmental Compliance
Governance at Brooks extends into how we manage our supply chain and environmental responsibilities. We support responsible sourcing initiatives, including conflict minerals compliance, and adhere to environmental regulations and standards designed to protect people, communities, and natural resources.
Human Rights Policy
Responsible Mineral Initiative Policy
Questions About Conflict Minerals
Product Safety, Reliability and Quality
Oversight of product safety and quality is a core governance responsibility. Through defined policies, quality systems, and continuous improvement practices, Brooks ensures the products and services we deliver meet customer, regulatory, and industry expectations.
Quality Assurance: Built on Accountability, Precision, and Trust
At Brooks, quality is a top priority. We are committed to ensuring the safety and reliability of the product and services we bring to market through quality strategies, quality systems, and continuous improvement in all aspects of our business.
Brooks defines quality as not only a feature of our products, but as the value we deliver through our processes and services, taking into account customers’ current and emerging requirements as well as market and industry changes. As a result, we believe we can best measure our success by the ongoing success of our customers.
A Culture of Continuous Improvement
We succeed in continually improving our performance and quality by empowering each employee to act with:
- Personal accountability and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction
- Focus on Data-driven decision making and rapid problem resolution supported by a risk-based approach
- Collaboration and teamwork in working internally with fellow Brooks employees and externally with suppliers and customers
- A Zero-Defect Culture that prioritizes preventing errors at the source and delivering quality right the first time.
Certifications and Compliance Standards
The Brooks quality management system is based upon and compliant with the ISO 9001 international standard.
We also follow ISO/IEC 27000-series guidelines to ensure robust information security practices, including risk management, access control, and data protection across our systems.
ISO 9001 Certificate PDF Downloads
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Chelmsford, MA, USA
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Fremont, CA, USA
Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc – Livermore, CA, USA
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Gyeonggi-Do, Korea
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Steisslingen, Germany
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Hsinchu, Taiwan
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Singapore, Singapore
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Kiryat-Gat, Israel
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Shanghai, China
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Suzhou, China
National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. – Tagerwilen, Switzerland
TUV SUD America Inc. – Virginia, Australia
Environmental Sustainability
See how Brooks is working to reduce environmental impact and support more sustainable manufacturing.
Learn More
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