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Introduction

This policy outlines what you should do if you suspect something at work is putting you or others in danger or is illegal or unethical.

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This policy applies to all employees, contractors, consultants, officers, interns, casual and agency workers.

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What is whistleblowing?

We aim to maintain high standards of integrity in everything we do.  However, all organisations can occasionally be affected by conduct that is dangerous, against the law, or that breaches ethical or professional codes. If you have any such concerns, we encourage you to report them immediately — this is called ‘whistleblowing’. We will take your concerns seriously, they will be thoroughly investigated, and you can be confident there will be no reprisals.

The types of concerns you may want to raise with us by whistleblowing might include:

• any activity you suspect is criminal (facilitating tax evasion, for example);
• any activity you suspect puts health and safety at risk;
• any activity you suspect may damage the environment;
• any activity you suspect breaches our ‣;
• any failure to comply with legal or regulatory obligations;
• any failure to meet professional requirements; and/or
• any attempt to conceal one or more of these activities.

Speak to your manager if you are not sure whether something you have become aware of is covered by this policy. If your complaint is about the way people are behaving towards you, then you should refer to our policy on ‣, or to our Grievance Policy, for guidance on how to proceed.

How to raise a whistleblowing concern

In most cases, you should start by raising your concerns with your manager, either face-to-face or in writing.

If you would prefer not to go to your manager, you should write to one of the Company’s directors. You should also do this if your concerns are of a very serious nature.

Your letter should say that you are raising your concerns under this policy and then explain what those concerns are. Include all the key facts, dates, and the names of the people involved.