Appropriate discipline will be imposed for non-compliance with the Code of Ethics.
This Code of Ethics, the underlying Company policies, and mechanism for seeking advice, are all designed to enable associates to make decisions that are guided by integrity and compliance with the law.
Failure to comply with these guidelines will result in appropriate disciplinary action, including, without limitation, termination of employment. Disciplinary action will be considered in the event an associate:
participated in, directed or concealed actions that violate the Code of Ethics or underlying policies;
fails to prevent or promptly report violations, or actively condones disregard for the Code;
retaliates in any manner against an associate who, in good faith, reports a violation of the Code;
is uncooperative or untruthful in connection with an investigation of any suspected violation of the Code.
Other non-compliance not specifically listed may also be cause for disciplinary action up to and including termination.
