Whistle blowing Policy
Introduction
QCD Holdings Ltd is committed to the highest standards of openness, honesty, and accountability. This Whistleblowing Policy is designed to encourage employees and other stakeholders to report any concerns related to wrongdoing or unethical behaviour within the company without fear of retaliation.
Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders of QCD Holdings Ltd. It covers concerns related to:
Criminal offences, including fraud or theft.
Breach of legal obligations.
Danger to health and safety.
Environmental damage.
Unethical business practices.
Modern slavery or human trafficking.
Any attempt to conceal any of the above.
Reporting Procedure
Raising a Concern: Concerns should be reported to your line manager or, if this is not possible, to the Whistleblowing Officer at [Insert Contact Information]. Concerns can be raised anonymously if preferred.
Investigation: All concerns will be taken seriously and investigated promptly. The Whistleblowing Officer will ensure that the investigation is conducted fairly and confidentially.
Protection: QCD Holdings Ltd is committed to protecting whistleblowers from any form of retaliation, including dismissal, disciplinary action, or harassment.
Outcome: The whistleblower will be informed of the outcome of the investigation, subject to confidentiality and legal considerations.
Review and Monitoring
This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective in encouraging and protecting whistleblowers.