OUR LEADERS
CODE OF CONDUCT
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Montego Pet Nutrition’s operating principles are based on certain minimum standards of behaviours in key areas. We refer to these as our Code of Conduct. The nature of this information is not meant to cover all situations that may occur. It is designed to provide a frame of reference against which to measure any activities. Employees should seek guidance when they are in doubt about the proper course of action in each situation, as it is the ultimate responsibility of each employee to “do the right thing,” a responsibility that cannot be delegated.
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Our Code of Conduct is designed to provide a frame of reference against which to measure any activities. Employees should seek guidance when they are in doubt about the proper course of action in each situation, as it is the ultimate responsibility of each employee to “do the right thing,” a responsibility that cannot be delegated. Employees should always be guided by the following basic principles:
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The employee is required to provide a service.
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The employee is required to be obedient and show respect.
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The employee is required to be honest and act with integrity.
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The employee is required to be diligent and competent.
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The employee is required to act in good faith.
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EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
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Montego Pet Nutrition recognises and accepts the accountability and responsibility to comply with legislation and to meet its strategic goals regarding employment equity and does so in the form of the adoption and implementation of this policy, practices, and procedures.
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BASIC WORK PRINCIPLES
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Avoid any conduct that could damage or risk Montego Pet Nutrition or its reputation.
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Act legally and honestly.
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Put the Montego Pet Nutrition’s interests ahead of personal or other interests.
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This procedure seeks to achieve a balance between providing opportunities to employees to engage in outside professional development activities for remuneration and Montego Pet Nutrition’s need to minimise its exposure to legal, financial and operational risks that may arise.
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COMMUNICATION IS KEY
Our experience has shown that when employees deal openly and directly with co-workers, the work environment can be excellent, communications can be clear, and attitudes can be positive. We believe that Montego Pet Nutrition amply demonstrates its commitment to employees by responding effectively to employee concerns.
INTEGRITY & EXCELLENCE: THIS IS WHAT
WE STRIVE FOR
Our reputation for integrity and excellence requires careful observance of the entrepreneurial spirit and letter of all applicable laws and regulations, as well as a scrupulous regard for the highest standards of conduct and personal integrity.
Montego Pet Nutrition will comply with all applicable laws and regulations and expects its Directors, Managers / Supervisors, and employees to conduct business in accordance with the letter, entrepreneurial spirit, and intent of all relevant laws and to refrain from any illegal, dishonest, or unethical conduct.
GOOD JUDGEMENT
In general, the use of good judgement, based on high ethical principles, will guide you with respect to lines of acceptable conduct. If a situation arises where it is difficult to determine the proper course of action, the matter should be discussed openly with your immediate supervisor and, if necessary, with the Managing Director for advice and consultation.
Compliance with this principle of business ethics and conduct is the responsibility of every Montego Pet Nutrition employee.
FIREARMS / WEAPONS
The use of or carrying of firearms by employees of Montego Pet Nutrition, whilst on duty is not allowed. Any employee caught with a private firearm on him/her whilst on duty, will be charged in a formal disciplinary enquiry. Any exceptions to this rule will need to be done in writing, signed by both parties and be approved by HR.
HARASSMENT
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Montego Pet Nutrition is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination and conduct that can be considered harassing, coercive, or disruptive, including sexual harassment. Actions, words, jokes, or comments based on an individual's sex, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Is defined as unwanted sexual advances, or visual, verbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature. This definition includes many forms of offensive behaviour and includes gender-based harassment of a person of the same sex as the harasser.
The following is a partial list of sexual harassment examples:
Unwanted sexual advances.
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Offering employment benefits in exchange for sexual favors.
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Making or threatening reprisals after a negative response to sexual advances.
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Visual conduct that includes leering, making sexual gestures, or displaying of sexually suggestive objects or pictures, cartoons, or posters.
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Verbal conduct that includes making or using derogatory comments, epithets, slurs, or jokes.
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Verbal sexual advances or propositions.
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE - PREVENTION
Montego Pet Nutrition is committed to preventing workplace violence and to maintaining a safe work environment.
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Given the increasing violence in society in general, Montego Pet Nutrition has adopted the following guidelines to deal with intimidation, harassment, or other threats of (or actual) violence that may occur during business hours or on its premises. All employees, including supervisors and temporary employees, should always be treated with courtesy and respect.
PAID OUTSIDE WORK
No external positions or business interests may be undertaken outside of your employment with Montego Pet Nutrition without such permission being approved and confirmed in writing before such business or appointment is commenced with.
Employees may hold outside jobs if they meet the performance standards of their job with Montego Pet Nutrition.