Report rule violations via the Hohenstein Compliance Line.
Only if rules and standards are observed can we prevent damage to our employees, company and business partners. We want to be informed of any misconduct so that we can clarify and remedy it.
- Fraud, corruption and bribery
- Falsified test reports and certificates
- Data protection and IT security breaches
- Discrimination, harassment and bullying
- Breaches of health and safety at work regulations
- Breaches of human rights or environmental due diligence obligations (Rules of Procedure pursuant to Section 8 (2) LkSG)
- Any compromise to our independence as an accredited testing and certification body – such as undue influence on test results or certification decisions
- Breaches of compliance guidelines, internal processes or applicable law
The HCL is open to employees and external whistleblowers worldwide. Every report is examined confidentially, fairly and in accordance with the principle of proportionality. Suspected cases are investigated and potential breaches are consistently pursued.
Our Hohenstein Compliance Line ensures the highest level of confidentiality. In addition, we attach great importance to fairness - in dealing with the whistleblowers and with employees affected by an allegation. The principle of proportionality is always observed and each case it is examined which consequences are suitable, necessary and appropriate.
