The code of conduct
Many farm businesses are now developing ‘codes of conduct’ that set out the ethical principles and professional standards expected of employees in a particular workplace. A code of conduct can help employees understand what is reasonable and/or expected behaviour in the farm business.
The code is not intended to be a comprehensive set of rules, but rather a set of principles that guides employees on how to carry out their duties in a lawful and ethical way, and to interact with other employees and members of the public in a fair and courteous manner.
The key principles that all employers and employees should aspire to are:
- accountability;
- openness and objectivity;
- honesty; and
- leadership.
All permanent, temporary and casual employees should be required to comply with the business’s code of conduct and approved policies.
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