Implementation of the Code of Conduct
A code of conduct is only part of the corporate culture when its values are actively practiced. Leading by example, in conjunction with an active, sustainable compliance organization that involves employees, ensures that it is permanently anchored in the consciousness of each individual.
Management
The management and all executives act with full responsibility for the employees and also take into account the circumstances and effects on the respective economic area in which our company operates when making decisions. Cultural differences are treated with recognition and respect, provided they do not violate company regulations and internal guidelines.
Compliance
Organization Our employees receive regular and risk-oriented training on the contents of this Code of Conduct. We are convinced that this makes an important contribution to avoiding legal violations and preventing them in the long term. The management supports all employees in fulfilling their duties of care, supervision, organization, selection, instruction and control and monitors compliance with this Code of Conduct. The respective line manager, the Compliance Officer or the Management Board are available to answer questions on compliance.
Whistleblower system
Every employee has the right and the opportunity to report violations of this Code of Conduct or suspected violations. The report can be made to the line manager, the compliance officer or directly to the management. No employee who believes in good faith on the basis of specific facts that a violation of this Code of Conduct has occurred or could occur need fear any disadvantages whatsoever as a result of their report. To the extent permitted by law and actually possible, the report will be treated confidentially, as will the identity of the reporter or the identity of other employees involved in a possible investigation. We expressly welcome such information!
