The Code of Conduct supports us in being uniform in our business approach and ensures GNH USA maintains a reputation as a company of high integrity and credibility. We operate across cultures, traditions, local laws and practices every day, and this Code presents a common set of principles guiding good business practice and ethical behaviour.
Sections
- Introduction
- Our company
- Staff
- Human rights
- Whistleblowing
- Safety
- Environment
- Business ethics
- External communication
- Business partners
Introduction
The Code of Conduct supports us in being uniform in our business approach and thereby ensuring that we maintain GNH USA's reputation as a company of high integrity and credibility.
GNH USA operates across several cultures, traditions, local laws and practices on a daily basis, and our Code of Conduct presents a common set of principles, which provides guidance to what we consider good business practices and ethical behaviour.
Application
Our Code of Conduct applies to management, the board of directors, team leaders and employees working for or associated with GNH USA. We will ensure that business partners and stakeholders are informed of this Code of Conduct and its content in order for them to act accordingly.
During execution of orders, we may be operating under the Code of Conduct of a client. Should there be a discrepancy between GNH USA's Code of Conduct and that of the client, the highest set of standards should be applied.
As a minimum, GNH USA shall comply with local legislation of the countries in which we operate. Should local legislation and rules set another standard than GNH USA's Code of Conduct or other internal requirements, the highest set of standards should always be applied.
When in doubt
The Code of Conduct seeks to provide guidance for employees on how to behave in different situations. There will be instances where employees will be in doubt how they ought to handle a situation.
When in doubt — about how to conduct oneself correctly or about the legality of an act — employees should seek advice from their immediate manager. Management shall be involved in matters of principle or decisive cases, as well as in respect of any actual uncertainties or inadequacies in this Code of Conduct.
GNH USA will not accept any violation of this Code of Conduct. We do, however, accept that certain situations and dilemmas may present themselves, in which the choice of action may or should be discussed.
If an employee becomes aware of practices or behaviour that seem unethical or improper, they are encouraged to report this to a colleague who has the authority to handle the situation.
GNH USA will not tolerate reprisals against any person reporting violation of the Code of Conduct, whether the accusation is substantiated or not.