Policy Statement
At McLean Care Ltd we pride ourselves on having high standards of behaviour and integrity. It is important that we uncover illegal and unethical practices as early as possible, as these practices have the potential to damage our organisation, our staff, and the people and communities we serve. We are a values-based organisation, where our culture encourages teamwork, diversity and inclusion, as well as community spirit, and we have zero tolerance for detriment against whistle-blowers.
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to outline the Whistle-blower provision within McLean Care.
One of the most effective ways that McLean Care Ltd can discover misconduct is through tip offs from employees. We want our employees and other stakeholders to know that:
- we encourage you to speak up when you become aware of wrongdoing;
- we will investigate disclosures of wrongdoing in a timely way; and
- we will protect and support you if you disclose wrongdoing.
Wherever you feel comfortable, we encourage you to address wrongdoing or unsafe practices when you see them. Sometimes all that is necessary is an informal conversation with a colleague or manager.
However, in the event this is not appropriate, this Whistle-blower Policy sets out your options for making a formal whistle-blower complaint, and the protections and support provided to you. The Policy will also give you information about how the McLean Care will investigate disclosures that qualify for protection.
Definition
A whistleblowing is the disclosure by staff members (former or current) of illegal, immoral or illegitimate practices occurring in the workplace either by other staff or the organisation.
