ANTI-CORRUPTION ENVIRONMENT
AC.1.a. Signalling a non-corrupt environment
Does the company take a clear stand against corruption? (Principle 10)
ABOUT THIS QUESTION
Promoting anti-corruption plays an essential role in combating corruption. Not only will it signal to the company's business partners and associates that the company runs a non-corrupt business, it also encourages employees to refrain from being involved in corruption and have an open dialogue of the risk of corruption.
The company should comply with relevant international standards, conventions and agreeements such as UN Convention against Corruption, The Inter- American Convention Against Corruption, The African Union Convention on Preventing and Combating Corruption, Anti-Corruption Action Plan for Asia and the Pacific, The Council of Europe Conventions on Corruption, The OECD Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public officials in International Business Transactions, etc.
ANSWER THIS QUESTION
First answer the following indicators (step 1) and then the main question (step 2).
Step 1. Answer the following indicators:
The company's CEO, director or president has declared that the company will not engage in corruption at any time or in any form.
- AC.1.A.1.
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The company takes concrete measures to comply with all relevant anti-corruption laws.
- AC.1.A.2.
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The company publicly supports international and regional legal frameworks.
- AC.1.A.3.
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Suppliers, customers, business partners and other stakeholders are made aware of the company's anti-corruption commitment.
- AC.1.A.4.
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Step 2. Answer the main question:
Does the company take a clear stand against corruption?
- AC.1.A.
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AC.1.b. Anti-Corruption risk assessment
Does the company evaluate and assess the risk of corruption when doing business? (Principle 10)
ABOUT THIS QUESTION
Risk assessment is the foundation of implementing anti-corruption tools in businesses. This assessment will have a different focus depending on the specific situation and context, and should relate to internal structures of the company. It is important to include this analysis in the overall evaluation of business relationships and opportunities and look for ways to minimize the risks by providing appropriate counter measures. Operating in countries with a high level of corruption the risk assessment should be implemented in all procedures.
Please see for example: OECD Risk Awareness Tool for Multinational Enterprises in Weak Governanace Zones.
ANSWER THIS QUESTION
First answer the following indicators (step 1) and then the main question (step 2).
Step 1. Answer the following indicators:
The company evaluates the potential areas of corruption including factors such as type of transaction, countries of operation, industries, and customers or business partners involved.
- AC.1.B.1.
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The company evaluates the risk of corruption when employees, agents, intermediaries or consultants deal with public officials including employees of state owned companies.
- AC.1.B.2.
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The company evaluates the risk of internal and external conflicts of interest in relation to business partners and government officials including employees of state owned companies.
- AC.1.B.3.
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The company has developed an action plan to address the risk of corruption, and has defined responsibilities for each task including detailed policies for high-risk areas.
- AC.1.B.4.
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The company has identified the weakest spots of corruption within the company and seeks to address these weaknesses in the prevention of corruption internal functions with the highest risk of corruption, and addresses weaknesses in the prevention of corruption.
- AC.1.B.5.
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Step 2. Answer the main question:
Does the company evaluate and assess the risk of corruption when doing business?
- AC.1.B.
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AC.1.c. Awareness raising
Does the company ensure that employees know the company's anti-corruption commitment and that relevant persons are properly trained? (Principle 10)
ABOUT THIS QUESTION
Awareness-raising is essential for the long-term success of fighting corruption. Awareness is not established instantly, but created through ongoing dialogue, training and information about corruption, its impact and how to prevent it.
The measures taken by the company should be in accordance with national regulatory requirements, international conventions, agreements, the precautionary approach and best practice. Please see for example: ICC guidelines on Whistleblowing; Combating Extortion and Bribery: ICC Rules of Conduct and Recommendations; Buisness Princilples for Countering Bribery. Transparency International; Partnering Against Corruption - Principles for countering Bribery. Partnering Against Corruption Initiative (PACI), World Economic Forum.
ANSWER THIS QUESTION
First answer the following indicators (step 1) and then the main question (step 2).
Step 1. Answer the following indicators:
The company informs all employees about its anti-corruption commitment.
- AC.1.C.1.
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The company provides anti-corruption training at all levels within the organization
- AC.1.C.2.
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Information on disciplinary procedures for violations of company anti-corruption policies is available to employees.
- AC.1.C.3.
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The company actively seeks employee feedback and dialogue on its anti-corruption initiatives.
- AC.1.C.4.
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The company has and promotes a function by which employees can safely report suspicion of corruption related cases (e.g. hotline or mailbox) and allocates resources to systematically address the issues that are identified.
- AC.1.C.5.
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Step 2. Answer the main question:
Does the company ensure that employees know the company's anti-corruption commitment and that relevant persons are properly trained?
- AC.1.C.
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