COMPLIANCE
Think and act responsibly
WHAT IS COMPLIANCE
"Compliance" means adhering to rules and laws. The FAUN Compliance Organisation helps to explain rules, adhere to them in everyday life and monitor them. This enables us to minimise potential risks.
Guiding principle of the
KIRCHHOFF GROUP
"The employees of the KIRCHHOFF Group undertake to always act in accordance with the applicable national and international guidelines and conventions on business ethics and social responsibility."
PREAMBLE
This Code of Conduct is based on the corporate values of KIRCHHOFF Ecotec SE, which form the basis of our culture. The values influence our daily behaviour.
This Code of Conduct is a more specific addition to this.
The Code of Conduct does not claim to be exhaustive. This means that there will always be a number of situations in which the guidelines are not sufficient and in which employees must rely on values and common sense or seek advice.
This Code of Conduct applies to KIRCHHOFF Ecotec SE and the companies of the KIRCHHOFF, FAUN Group and ZOELLER Group and forms an umbrella for all other KIRCHHOFF Ecotec guidelines. Kirchhoff Ecotec expects all employees at all levels and all those working on behalf of KIRCHHOFF
Ecotec, FAUN or ZOELLER, such as trade representatives, consultants and other business partners, to comply with the Code of Conduct.
If local laws or internal regulations impose more extensive requirements on KIRCHHOFF Ecotec SE than those set out in the Code of Conduct, these shall take precedence and must be complied with. It is the responsibility of the employee to know and understand this Code of Conduct, as well as the laws that apply to the performance of his or her work, and to comply with these laws in word and spirit.
PREAMBLE
All managers at KIRCHHOFF Ecotec act as role models in complying with the Code of Conduct. Managers are obliged to inform their subordinates about the Code of Conduct and to encourage and monitor their compliance with the Code of Conduct.
If you have any questions or need advice regarding the content, interpretation or application of this Code of Conduct, please contact your line manager.
Non-compliance with this Code of Conduct will not be tolerated and may result in disciplinary action by the employer.
All employees are required to take immediate action if they are confronted with a violation of this Code of Conduct. These cases can be reported to the direct line manager or the members of the Ethics Committee.
I. Corporate integrity
Bribery and corruption
(Fraud and Corruption)
We refuse to offer, make or receive bribes or unlawful payments or to engage in corrupt behaviour in any way, whether directly or through third parties.
Assets of the company
(Secure the Assets of the Company)
We respect and protect the property and resources of KIRCHHOFF Ecotec SE, both tangible and intangible, and do not use them for unlawful purposes. We think long-term in our entrepreneurial endeavours. Our aim is to increase the company's assets.
Gifts and hospitality
(Gifts and Invitations)
We ensure that business-related gifts, meals or entertainment are appropriate and we never offer or accept them if they could improperly influence a business decision or compromise our independence or judgement.
Conflicts of interest
(Conflict of Interest)
We endeavour to avoid situations in which our personal interests or actions could conflict or conflict with the objectives of KIRCHHOFF Ecotec SE.
seem to be.
Competition
(Competition)
We are committed to intelligent competition based on price, quality and service and seek our competitive advantage exclusively through legal means. We compete with the aim of increasing the assets of KIRCHHOFF Ecotec SE as a whole.
Communication and reporting
(Communication and Reporting)
We provide information about the company promptly and accurately. We provide relevant and not misleading information. We ensure that our financial and other reports and records are complete and accurate. We ensure honest, transparent and reliable reporting - both in internal and external communications.
Confidential information
(Confidential Information)
We keep confidential information safe and prevent it from falling into the wrong hands. We respect the property rights of internal and external business partners.
Third parties, commercial agents and suppliers
(Third Party)
We only conclude contracts with commercial agents, representatives
third parties or suppliers if their standards of behaviour do not meet our
Code.
II People
Diversity, fair treatment and labour standards
(Diversity, Variety, Standards)
We treat all people equally and accept differences.
We comply with labour standards and respect the freedom of association.
Human rights
(Human Rights)
We protect and respect human rights.
Privacy
(Privacy)
We respect and protect everyone's privacy and comply with data protection and privacy laws.
Conflicts of interest
(Conflict of Interest)
We endeavour to avoid situations in which our personal interests or actions could conflict or appear to conflict with the objectives of KIRCHHOFF Ecotec SE.
Harassment and Discrimination
(Discrimination)
We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination against people who work for or with us.
Health & Safety
(Health & Safety)
The safety and health of the people who work for or with us is our top priority.
III Role in society (social responsibility)
Environment
(Environment)
We are committed to environmental protection and take responsibility for continuously improving environmental protection.
quality
(Quality)
We fulfil high standards of quality and product safety and are committed to producing the highest quality and safest products.
Customers
(Customer Focus)
We always treat our internal and external customers with respect. Our ultimate goal is to satisfy our internal and external customers in terms of quality, costs and service. We are constantly working to improve internal and external customer satisfaction.
Technology
(Technology)
We develop innovative products, technologies and processes that serve society.
Community
(Social Responsibility)
We respect the community around us, get involved in social issues, participate in public debates and maintain an active dialogue with our shareholders.
Lobbying and sponsoring
(Sponsoring)
We participate in legitimate national and international policy-making activities. Our sponsorship is transparent.
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The FAUN representatives will then work with you to analyse the facts of the case. Your contact person is committed to confidentiality and acts impartially, independently and without instructions.
Necessary remedial measures are defined and implemented as part of the incident investigation.
Information and complaints received are analysed regularly with the decision-makers in the company under the protection of confidentiality.
The entire process is documented in accordance with the specified standard. Upon request, the documentation can be made available to the whistleblower in the event of a named report.
In addition to questions and information on compliance-relevant topics, the above-mentioned channels are also available for complaints regarding risks and violations of human rights, environmental aspects, product safety, information security and cybersecurity as well as type approval issues at FAUN and its direct suppliers.
Questions, comments and complaints can be submitted anonymously or by name. We guarantee that your concerns will be treated confidentially. We assure internal and external whistleblowers that they will not be penalised or discriminated against.
If you submit your request by name, you will receive a written confirmation of receipt from us within five working days.
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