Whistleblower Protection Policy
1. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This
2. PURPOSE.
3. REPORTING VIOLATIONS.
To report suspected violations, please write, email, or call one of the following resources:
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<(a) Compliance Officers. Compliance officers are individuals who are responsible for reviewing and investigating reported violations.
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; . (ii) ; . (iii) . (b) Anonymous Hotline. has created an anonymous hotline that allows individuals to report a suspected violation. If you want to use this service, please contact the hotline at . (b) (c) Alternative Reporting Options. If you feel uncomfortable reporting suspected violations to one of the compliance officers, or feel that your report has not been addressed properly, contactthe human resource director the general counsel the Chief Executive Officer ator .
4. ANONYMOUS REPORTS.
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<(a) Reporters seeking 100% anonymity should
5. CONTENTS OF REPORT.
In general, a report should contain as much information as possible, including the facts and dates that led you to suspect that a violation occurred. Although you are not required to give your name in your report, contact information will allow the compliance officer to follow up with you with further questions.
6. ANONYMITY AND CONFIDENTIALITY.
Regardless of the method you use to report suspected violations,
7. INVESTIGATING AND RESOLVING REPORTS.
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<(a) Documentation. When a report is received, the compliance officer will create a file for the suspected violation, and will keep all documentation in that file.
<(b) Timeframe. Investigation of violations shall begin within
8. COMPLIANCE OFFICERS' DUTIES.
Compliance officers shall use their best efforts to investigate thoroughly and with consideration for the reporter all reports of suspected violations. Compliance officers must report annually on the submission and resolution of these matters to
10. GOOD FAITH.
11. NO RETALIATION.
12. OTHER LAW.
Nothing in this policy may be construed in a way that conflicts with any reporting obligations or protections afforded by state or federal law.
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