Ethical Decision-Making Model
Our Code cannot anticipate every ethical dilemma that you may encounter at work, and in some cases, you will have to use your best judgment to decide the correct approach. In these situations, the ETHICS model can help you make decisions that are consistent with our Values and the Code. If you have questions at any time while utilizing the ETHICS model, contact your manager, HR, the Law Department or the SafeTalk Helpline for support.
Our ETHICS model is there to help employees with decision making when faced with an ethical dilemma or problem
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Evaluate
the ethical dilemma or problem.
What is the dilemma and who does it
affect (customers, suppliers, shareholders, employees, community members, etc.)?
Think
through the impact
of the various
courses of action.
What is the likely impact on the business (e.g., reputation, cost, quality, delivery, compliance with law)?
Honor
the standards set
by our Values,
Code of Conduct,
policies and
applicable law.
Is there a standard in our Code of Conduct or policy to guide you?
Integrate
the applicable
standards into your
decision making.
Do you feel comfortable applying the identified
standard or do you need to consult with a knowledgeable colleague on the identified standard?
Choose
the decision that
best aligns with
the applicable
standards and our
Values.
Would you feel confident defending this decision publicly?
Sustain
our strong
culture of ethics
& compliance
through continuous
improvement.
Have you monitored and evaluated the impacts of your decision to see if there is an opportunity for improvement in future decision making?