Article 1 Purpose
This regulation encourages internal reporting as a kind of self-rectification effort to eliminate misconduct within the group and maintain the health of the company's structure. It stipulates necessary matters such as reporting methods, protection of reporters, and reporting procedures.
Article 2 Internal Reporting matters
1.
Proposals that can increase corporate value and enhance transparency efficiency
2.
Improvement measures for unreasonable practices and inefficient elements
3.
Improper business practices and other matters that violate ethical management and sound corporate culture (including self or others' misconduct or coercion to engage in misconduct)
Article 3 Reporting Methods
1.
Reporting guidelines
Reporters include personal information of themselves and the subject of the report, and submit reports with evidence based on the principle of fairness.
Reporting anonymously is possible if the reporter does not want their identity revealed. In cases of ongoing misconduct or emergencies requiring urgent attention, reports can be made without evidence based solely on factual circumstances.
2.
Reporting methods
Reports can be made conveniently through the Ethics Management Proposal Center, phone, mail, fax, email, direct visit, etc.
3.
Reporting department: SeAH Holdings Audit Department
Article 4 Reporter Protection
1.
Prohibition of implying and disclosing reporter's identity
(1)
Reporters and report contents are strictly treated as confidential, and the reporting system is protected by a secure security system.
(2)
All acts aimed at revealing the reporter's identity and report content are prohibited.
(3)
Any employees who become aware of the reporter's identity through work or y chance must not disclose it, and any actions related to investigating the reporter's identity must be prohibited.
(4)
The department handling reports must not reveal or imply the reporter's identity without the reporter's consent.
(5)
In addition to the reporter, individuals who cooperate in investigating report contents through testimony or document submission will also receive the same protection.
2.
Prohibition of disadvantages for the reporter
(1)
Measures are taken to prevent any disadvantages to the reporter, but disciplinary action against reporters who voluntarily admit fault may be reduced or exempted.
(2)
If the reporter receives disadvantages from the accused or related third parties, they must immediately report it to the SeAH Holdings Audit Department
(3)
Actions that disadvantage the reporter will be considered as misconduct, and the Audit Department may investigate and take disciplinary measures after verifying the circumstances.
Article 5 Reporter's Code of Conduct
1.
Evaluate whether the report is necessary to uphold Sae-A Group's core values and contribute to the company's growth and development.
2.
Before reporting, consider alternative rational methods to prevent misconduct.
3.
Avoid personal retaliation and defamatory reports.
4.
While reports can be made based solely on facts, it is recommended to provide clear evidence and proof if available.
Transitional Provisions
1.
(Effective Date) This regulation shall enter into force from the most recent amendment date.
2.
(History) Enacted on July 5, 2017
3.
(History) Amended on October 30, 2023