PURPOSE
The success of our business is dependent on the trust and confidence we earn from our employees and clients. We gain credibility by adhering to our commitments, displaying honesty and integrity and reaching company goals solely through honorable conduct. It is easy to say what we must do, but the proof is in our actions. Ultimately, we will be judged on what we do.
ACT WITH INTEGRITY AND FOLLOW OUR CODE OF CONDUCT
Our reputation for acting ethically and responsibly is built one decision at a time, every day, by each of us. Our Code, together with our company policies and values, gives you the information needed to perform your job ethically. It is your responsibility as a SASR employee to understand and comply with the policies that apply to the work you do and the decisions you make. As a service focused business, we are also committed to complying with all local laws and safety requirements. Following our Code, Handbook, Safety Manual and policies will help ensure your compliance with applicable local laws.
HOW TO ACT WITH INTEGRITY
RESPECT AND FOLLOW SASR’S CODE OF CONDUCT
RESPECT AND FOLLOW SASR’S EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
ALWAYS DO WHAT IS RIGHT
LEAD BY EXAMPLE AND EMPOWER OTHERS TO DELIVER
BEHAVE IN A TRANSPARENT AND AUTHENTIC WAY
BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR YOUR ACTIONS
As an employee of SASR, you must follow our Code and comply with our policies and the law while conducting business on behalf of the company. If you violate our Code, our policies or the law, it may result in: Disciplinary action, ranging from additional training and coaching and up to and including termination of employment. Civil and/or criminal penalties imposed by a governmental agency or a court.
ANTI-VIOLENCE
SASR has a zero-tolerance policy for workplace violence. You are prohibited from engaging in any act that could cause another individual to feel threatened or unsafe. This includes verbal assaults, threats, or any expressions of hostility, intimidation, aggression or hazing.
Our company prohibits the possession of weapons in the workplace. This prohibition extends to company parking lots, as well as our facilities, to the full extent permitted by local law. Our zero-tolerance policy for workplace violence applies to the behavior of all our employees as well as third parties, including visitors on company premises, as well as customers, vendors, suppliers and temporary personnel engaged in SASR business. Workplace violence also includes any violent act by a third party against a SASR employee who is conducting business on behalf of SASR. You have an obligation to speak up and report unusual or concerning behavior, threats or potential violence immediately to your SASR Lead and Employee Relations.
SHOW RESPECT TO THE INDIVIDUAL
We all deserve to work in an environment where we are treated with dignity and respect. SASR is committed to creating such an environment because it brings out the full potential in each of us, which, in turn, contributes directly to our business success. We cannot afford to let anyone’s talents go to waste.
SASR is an equal employment/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free of discrimination of all types and from abusive, offensive or harassing behavior. Any employee who feels harassed or discriminated against in the workplace and while in SASR provided lodging, should report the incident to his or her manager or to Employee Relations.
All SASR employees are also expected to support an inclusive workplace by adhering to the following conduct standards:
Treat others with dignity and respect at all times.
Address and report inappropriate behavior and comments that are discriminatory, harassing, abusive, offensive or unwelcome immediately to Employee Relations.
Foster teamwork and employee participation, encouraging the representation of different employee perspectives.
Seek out insights from employees with different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
Avoid slang or idioms that might not translate across cultures.
Be open-minded and listen when given constructive feedback regarding others' perception of your conduct.
SASR will not tolerate discrimination, harassment or any behavior or language that is abusive, offensive or unwelcome.
SASR Employee Relations will investigate all reported instances of questionable or unethical behavior. In every instance where improper behavior is found to have occurred, the company will take appropriate action. We will not tolerate retaliation against employees who raise genuine ethical concerns in good faith.