Integrity Standard - Work Environment
Policy:
We are committed to maintaining a work environment that
is safe and secure and where we treat each other with honesty,
dignity, and respect. The diversity of employees is a tremendous
asset. Valuing all employees as unique individuals leads
to a more productive and fulfilling work environment. We
value the diverse contributions of all people, regardless
of their position, sexual orientation, family status, age,
race, sex, disability, religion, or national origin. All
employment practices are based on ability and performance.
All employees have the right to work in, and the Company
is committed to, an environment free from harassment and
discrimination, where privacy and dignity are respected
and all are protected from offensive, obscene, or threatening
behavior. The Company will not tolerate sexual advances,
actions, comments, inappropriate physical contact or any
other conduct that is intimidating or otherwise creates
an offensive or hostile work environment.
Employees are responsible for adhering to all Company policies
and procedures related to workplace safety and security.
While on Company premises, employees must wear a Company-issued
identification badge at all times.
The Company often needs to acquire and retain personal
information on individual employees for effective operation
of our Company. It is the policy of the Company to maintain
the confidentiality of this information and to limit access
to authorized persons who need the information for business
or legal purposes.
All employees have a right to, and the Company is committed
to, a safe and healthy work environment which is also free
from illegal drugs, violence, threats of violence, and the
influence of alcohol. The Company prohibits the illegal
use, possession or distribution of drugs and prohibits the unauthorized use of alcoholic beverages in the workplace or while conducting
Company business.
Questions & Answers
Q. If an employee is terminated
or resigns from the Company and his or her potential employer
calls for a reference, does our Company give information
on job performance, attendance or compensation to the potential
employer?
A. No. Regardless of whether
an employee is terminated or resigns, Company policy does
not allow for the disclosure of the contents of his or her
personnel files to the prospective employer. The only information
provided is verification that the person worked at the Company
and dates of employment. Salary information will be released
only with the employee’s written consent.
Q. One of my co-workers has a habit of telling questionable
ethnic or "off-color" jokes. This offends me and
others in my group. How can I get this to stop?
A. Company policy prohibits
this type of behavior. You have the option of discussing
your feelings with the person telling the joke. If you are
uncomfortable doing so, you should consult with your Supervisor
or the Human Resources Department. You may also call the
Corporate Integrity HOTLINE.
Q. What qualifies as sexual harassment and what
can I do if I believe that it is happening to me?
A . Sexual harassment is defined
as sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or other
verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
(1) submission of such conduct is made
a term or condition of an individual’s employment;
(2) submission to or rejection
of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for
an employment decision affecting such individual; or
(3) such conduct has the purpose or effect
of substantially interfering with an individual’s
work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or
offensive work environment.
If you believe that you have been the subject
of sexual harassment, you should notify your Supervisor
or the Human Resources Department. You may also call the
Corporate Integrity HOTLINE.
Remember, if you do not understand, or if you have
any questions concerning, this Integrity Standard or any
other part of the Code, contact your Supervisor, a higher
level Supervisor, any of the Corporate Resources or call
the Corporate Integrity HOTLINE (1 800 838-2552).
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