{"id":355,"date":"2022-06-02T23:49:51","date_gmt":"2022-06-02T23:49:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peer.com.au\/peerconstruction\/?page_id=355"},"modified":"2023-05-01T02:56:29","modified_gmt":"2023-05-01T02:56:29","slug":"code-of-conduct-and-ethics-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/peer.com.au\/peerconstruction\/code-of-conduct-and-ethics-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Code of conduct and ethics policy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;intro background&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#1E1E1E&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Title banner&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Title&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Raleway||||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#1E1E1E&#8221; header_font=&#8221;Raleway|600|||||||&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#FAA61A&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;45px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Code of conduct and ethics policy<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Raleway||||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]PEER Construction has adopted this Code to provide a set of guiding principles based on our values, which are to be observed by all PEER Construction employees and against which we hold ourselves accountable.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;3_4,1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Purpose and scope&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Purpose<\/h2>\n<p>The purpose of this policy is to set the standard for PEER Construction employees\u2019 behaviour.<\/p>\n<p>The policy is based on four key principles, intended to guide ethical decision making and behaviour. These are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>integrity and impartiality<\/li>\n<li>promoting the public good<\/li>\n<li>commitment to the system of governance<\/li>\n<li>accountability and transparency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This policy also aligns with the standards set out in PEER Construction\u2019s Business plan (found in the <a href=\"https:\/\/peer.com.au\/peerconstruction\/about-peer-construction\/#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">About us<\/a> on the website), legislative requirements, especially the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and the Competition and Consumer Act 2010.<\/p>\n<h2>Scope<\/h2>\n<p>This policy applies to all PEER employees, apprentices, subcontractors, and service providers. PEER Construction employees are expected to act consistently with the principles in this Code.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_search _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_search][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#F5F5F5&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;H2 text to accordion grey backgorund&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Values and behaviours<\/h2>\n<p>PEER Constructions supports the following values and behaviours.<\/p>\n<p>Employees will behave:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>respectfully<\/li>\n<li>honestly<\/li>\n<li>courageously<\/li>\n<li>sustainably.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion admin_label=&#8221;Accordion grey background&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Values&#8221; open=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>PEER Construction has adopted the following set of values and expect employees to follow them. We will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>place the needs and welfare of our clients as our uppermost concern<\/li>\n<li>provide unbiased and impartial service, to all people<\/li>\n<li>operate in a socially responsible and ethically sound way with honesty and integrity underpinning all our actions<\/li>\n<li>respect others, work together as a team while encouraging and fostering individual personal development<\/li>\n<li>communicate openly, effectively and without judgement<\/li>\n<li>respect our surroundings and be environmentally responsible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Ethical behaviour&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>All employees have a responsibility to always conduct and present themselves in a professional manner, and demonstrate respect for all persons, whether fellow employees, clients, or members of the public.<\/p>\n<p>Employees are expected to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>treat co-workers, clients, and members of the public with courtesy and respect, be appropriate in our relationships with them, and recognise that others have the right to hold views which may differ from our own.<\/li>\n<li>ensure our conduct reflects our commitment to a workplace that is inclusive and free from harassment.<\/li>\n<li>ensure our fitness for duty, and the safety, health and welfare of ourselves and others in the workplace, whether co-workers or clients.<\/li>\n<li>ensure our private conduct maintains the integrity of PEER Construction and our ability to perform our duties.<\/li>\n<li>comply with legislative and\/or policy obligations to report employee criminal charges and convictions.<\/li>\n<li>provide full and honest disclosure of relevant aspects of commercial transactions.<\/li>\n<li>keep accurate records of meetings and details about what was said to clients.<\/li>\n<li>ensure advertising and other claims are verified and checked carefully, and are not misleading, deceptive or likely to mislead or deceive.<\/li>\n<li>be aware of industry legislation relevant to the issue at hand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Compliance&#8221; 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These competing interests could make it difficult for an individual to fulfil their duties impartially.<\/p>\n<p>An apparent (or perceived) conflict of interest exists where it appears that an individual\u2019s private interests could improperly influence the performance of their duties and responsibilities whether this is the case. Individuals must be conscious that a perception of conflict of interest may be as important as an actual conflict.<\/p>\n<p>A potential conflict of interest arises where an individual has a private interest such that an actual conflict of interest would arise if the member became involved in relevant (that is conflicting) official duties and responsibilities in the future.<\/p>\n<p>If there is a conflict of interest, then you must disclose the situation to both parties and\/or the third party depending on the situation.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;H2 intro to accordion &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Culture and behaviours<\/h2>\n<p>PEER Construction place high importance on positive culture and behaviours. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion admin_label=&#8221;Accordion white background&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Bullying&#8221; open=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Bullying is repeated and unreasonable behaviour directed towards an individual or a group that creates a risk to health and safety.<\/p>\n<p>Bullying also includes workplace bullying. Bullying, including workplace bullying, does not include reasonable management action that is carried out in a reasonable manner.<\/p>\n<p>It is possible for a person to be bullied, harassed, and discriminated against at the same time.<\/p>\n<p>Behaviours, whether intentional or unintentional, that may be regarded as bullying or workplace bullying if they are repeated, unreasonable and create a risk to health and safety include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>abusive, insulting, or offensive language or comments<\/li>\n<li>unjustified criticism or complaints<\/li>\n<li>deliberately excluding someone from workplace or study-related activities<\/li>\n<li>withholding information that is vital for effective work or study performance<\/li>\n<li>setting unreasonable timelines or constantly changing deadlines<\/li>\n<li>setting tasks that are unreasonably below or beyond a person\u2019s skill level<\/li>\n<li>denying access to information, supervision, consultation, or resources to the detriment of an employee, subcontractor, client etc.<\/li>\n<li>spreading misinformation or malicious rumours<\/li>\n<li>changing work arrangements to deliberately inconvenience a particular employee or employees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Workplace bullying is not a simple abuse of power from supervisors to subordinate employees. For example, employees, apprentices, or subcontractors can bully their supervisors, and bullying can occur between members of a group. Bullying, including workplace bullying, can be carried out in a variety of ways including through email and text messaging or social media channels.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Discrimination&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Discrimination means to treat an individual less favourably because of an attribute listed in the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) or to impose unreasonable terms or conditions for which individuals with a particular attribute are unable to comply.<\/p>\n<p>The Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) prohibits discrimination in employment on the grounds of age, sex, sexuality marital status, pregnancy, race or physical and intellectual impairment. It also prohibits victimisation and sexual harassment, including sexual harassment of an employee by an employer or another employee.<\/p>\n<p>Examples of attributes<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>parental status<\/li>\n<li>pregnancy or breastfeeding<\/li>\n<li>religious belief or activity<\/li>\n<li>political belief or activity<\/li>\n<li>relationship status<\/li>\n<li>sex or sexuality<\/li>\n<li>lawful sexual activity<\/li>\n<li>gender identity<\/li>\n<li>age<\/li>\n<li>race, nationality, or ethnic origin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Discrimination can be either direct or indirect. Direct discrimination occurs when an individual is disadvantaged or treated less favourably than another person. Indirect discrimination happens when a practice or policy seems fair because it treats everyone the same way but disadvantages people from a particular group.<\/p>\n<p>Vilification on the grounds of race, religion, sexuality, or gender identity is also unlawful.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Harassment&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Harassment is any form of behaviour that is unwelcome, unsolicited, unreciprocated, and usually (but not always) repeated. It is behaviour that is likely to offend, humiliate or intimidate. Harassment can be based on any of the attributes listed under the definition of discrimination and for example can include sexual, disability, racial, sexuality or gender-based harassment.<\/p>\n<p>Sexual harassment means any unsolicited, unwelcome, and unreciprocated behaviour, act or conduct of a sexual nature that offends, humiliates, or intimidates other persons. It can be a single incident or a persistent pattern and can range from subtle behaviour to explicit demands for sexual activity or criminal assault.<\/p>\n<p>Sexual harassment includes but is not limited to the following examples:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>inappropriate jokes or comments with sexual connotations<\/li>\n<li>the display of offensive material<\/li>\n<li>stares and leers or offensive hand or body gestures<\/li>\n<li>comments and questions about another person\u2019s sexual conduct and\/or private relationships<\/li>\n<li>persistent unwelcome invitations<\/li>\n<li>requests for sexual favours<\/li>\n<li>offensive written, telephone or email communication, or any other electronic means of communication<\/li>\n<li>unnecessary close physical proximity including persistently following a person<\/li>\n<li>unwelcome physical contact such as brushing against or touching a person<\/li>\n<li>denigrating comments regarding a person\u2019s gender or sexual preference<\/li>\n<li>negative behaviours such as intimidation or exclusions related to the sex of the recipient.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Victimisation means treating someone unfairly because they have made, or intend to make, a discrimination or harassment complaint. This also includes those who have supported another person in making a complaint.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Ethical principles and standards of conduct&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>All employees are required to promote the integrity of PEER Construction by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>being committed to the highest ethical standards<\/li>\n<li>providing advice, which is objective, independent, apolitical and impartial<\/li>\n<li>showing respect towards all persons, including other employees and the general public<\/li>\n<li>being committed to honest, fair and respectful engagement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All employees must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>be honest, impartial and conscientious when carrying out their duties<\/li>\n<li>ensure the principles of natural justice are observed<\/li>\n<li>ensure all decisions are made ethically<\/li>\n<li>report genuinely suspected wrongdoing, fraud, corrupt conduct or maladministration to the manager.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Family and work balance&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>PEER Construction supports a family-friendly workplace that includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>accessing annual leave in single or part-day periods<\/li>\n<li>taking time off in lieu of overtime payments<\/li>\n<li>working additional hours to make up for time taken off<\/li>\n<li>job share arrangements<\/li>\n<li>home-based work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Employees are encouraged to discuss and negotiate changes to working conditions with their manager.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#F5F5F5&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;H2 text to accordion grey backgorund&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>If a breach of the code occurs<\/h2>\n<p>The obligations outlined in this Code prescribe and regulate the standards of conduct required of all employees, apprentices, subcontractors, and service providers.<\/p>\n<p>Where an employee suspects a breach of the Code may have occurred, they should seek advice from their supervisor or senior manager.<\/p>\n<p>A failure to comply with this Code will be viewed seriously and may lead to disciplinary action, including possible termination of employment or suspension. A notation will be applied to the employee\u2019s file. If there are three notations regarding unethical practice, the employee will be terminated.<\/p>\n<p>Breaches of the policy will be managed according to the Disciplinary action policy.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Monitor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you are monitoring and reviewing ethical practice in the PEER Construction you are required to review the staff surveys and staff training plans that ethical practice training has been completed.<\/p>\n<p>When analysing and evaluating if the PEER Construction is implementing ethical practice you are to review the PEER Construction\u2019s customer complaints forms.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_tabs admin_label=&#8221;References and related&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;References&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA)<\/p>\n<p>Competition and Consumer Act 2010<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Related&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Communication policy<\/p>\n<p>Compliance policy<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Version &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Version 1.0 &#8211; Last updated 6\/2\/2022<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][\/et_pb_tabs][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Code of conduct and ethics policyPEER Construction has adopted this Code to provide a set of guiding principles based on our values, which are to be observed by all PEER Construction employees and against which we hold ourselves accountable.Purpose The purpose of this policy is to set the standard for PEER Construction employees\u2019 behaviour. 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