Whistleblower Policy
1. Purpose
The Whistleblower policy is designed to encourage board members, leadership, staff (paid and volunteer), and others to report suspected or actual occurrences of illegal, unethical, or inappropriate events without fear of retribution. This policy aims to uphold integrity, transparency, and accountability within the organization while ensuring a safe environment for all stakeholders.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders of the organization.
3. Abbreviations & Definitions
Investigators: Individuals or groups authorized or consulted by the Group CISO, which may include Rhoads’s auditors and law enforcement.
Protected Disclosure: Any report made in good faith by an employee or director revealing unethical, illegal, or improper behavior that violates Rhoads’s Code of Conduct.
Subject: The individual against whom a Protected Disclosure has been made.
Whistleblower: Personnel who make a report under this policy.
4. Roles and Responsibilities
Employee/Whistleblower
Audit Committee of the Company
Investigator or Investigating Agency/Committee
5. Detailed Policy Statement
General Guidelines
Disqualifications from Making Protected Disclosures
Process for Making Protected Disclosures
Protection from Retaliation
Investigations and Reporting
Last update on 02 August 2024