SpeakUp

The Gebhardt Group's whistleblower system is operated for Gebhardt, Holding GmbH, Gebhardt-Stahl GmbH, Gebhardt-Stahl Polska Sp. z o.o., Form-Tec GmbH, Doby Verrolec, De Waal Staal B.V., Van Zelst Groep B.V. and TBA Projekt GmbH.

Open and transparent communication

The Gebhardt Group fosters open and transparent communication. All employees are therefore encouraged to speak directly with their manager and/or the HR department in the event of problems or misunderstandings. The organisation is guided by the Code of Conduct and the corporate values.

Internal reports are often the first indication that something is not running properly in a company. They are therefore an important means of ensuring compliance with legal requirements and improving operational processes.

The Gebhardt Group therefore encourages all employees to contact the whistleblower system at an early stage with relevant information or in the event of suspicion.

All reports are treated with absolute confidentiality and statutory whistleblower protection is guaranteed at all times.

What's behind it?

SpeakUp is a whistleblowing system that enables employees and external partners to confidentially report concerns or tips regarding possible misconduct or ethical violations. These reports serve as an initial point of reference for the detection and investigation of misconduct within the organisation.

SpeakUp is aimed at all members of the Gebhardt Group, regardless of their position or department. It encourages them to actively participate in maintaining an ethical corporate culture by reporting potential problems or misconduct.

Notes

Internal reports are often the first indication that something is not running properly in a company. They are therefore an important means of ensuring compliance with legal requirements and improving operational processes.

Suspicion

The entire Gebhardt Group therefore encourages all employees to contact the whistleblower system at an early stage with relevant information or in the event of suspicion.

Confidential

All information is treated with absolute confidentiality and statutory whistleblower protection is guaranteed at all times.

Internal & External

The internal whistleblower system SpeakUp is used to implement the Whistleblower Protection Act and is open to all employees and external parties to submit reports in accordance with the Whistleblower Protection Act.

Protection

The Whistleblower Protection Act provides comprehensive protection against discrimination and reprisals for all persons who report unlawful acts in connection with the business activities of their employer/employing organisation.

Compliance

For our organisation, integrity is more than a mere concept; it is an unshakeable commitment. It serves as a moral compass that guides us to make principled decisions regardless of external pressures.

Integrity is firmly embedded in our processes and decisions and ensures that it remains a cornerstone of the business. By upholding integrity, we take responsibility and strengthen credibility, which increases our attractiveness for partners, customers and employees alike.

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What is the whistleblower system for?

The SpeakUp whistleblower system is used in particular to report cases of:

Bribery, corruption and money laundering
Unfair competition
Occupational health and safety
Product safety and product conformity
Discrimination and harassment, sexualised and interpersonal violence
Assault and battery
Theft and damage to property
Environmental protection
data protection

in connection with the workplace.

Submit a report quickly & securely

The protection of whistleblowers is crucial to ensure that people feel safe when reporting misconduct or wrongdoing. The aim is to create an environment in which employees or external parties can report easily and without fear of reprisals.

This means that the identity of the whistleblower and all details associated with the report are treated confidentially and can only be viewed by authorised persons.

Step 1

The digital whistleblower system can be accessed at speakupgsgroup.integrityline.com.

Step 2

A notification is submitted via the "Submit a notification" tile.

Step 3

Submissions can be made anonymously by ticking the "Remain anonymous" box or by providing contact details (name).

Step 4

The message is sent by clicking the "Next" button.

Step 5

A verbal report can be made using voice recording (microphone symbol). The recording is converted to text, is not saved and can only be called up in the system in text form.

Step 6

Files or photos can be uploaded using the button.

Step 7

The whistleblower can set up a secure mailbox to receive information about their report.

Values of the Gebhardt Group

In our Group, values such as teamwork, trust and appreciation form the cornerstones of our corporate culture. The belief that strong cooperation and open collaboration are the basis for success is one of the cornerstones of our Group.