Reporting form for unlawful behaviour
You can use this whistleblowing form to report concerns, suspicions or information regarding possible misconduct, abuse or unethical behaviour within our organisation. The Whistleblower Reporting Form is designed to provide you with a safe, confidential and secure means to report issues you have encountered or observed. We take all reports seriously and assure you that your identity will be protected in accordance with the law.
In order to fulfil all requirements, we have decided to use IT-Recht-Kanzlei and its corresponding ombudsman as a service partner for a comprehensive compliance solution. You can access the IITR Datenschutz GmbH notification form via the following link:
FAQ
What is the EU Whistleblower Directive?
What is the EU Whistleblower Directive?
The EU Whistleblower Directive is a legal act adopted by the European Union to improve the protection of whistleblowers. It was adopted on 23 October 2019 to set a minimum standard for the protection of whistleblowers in the member states of the European Union (EU) and obliges all EU member states to implement corresponding national legal frameworks.
Who is obliged to comply with the directive?
Who is obliged to comply with the directive?
All public and private companies with a Seat in the European Union and more than 50 employees as well as municipalities with more than 10,000 inhabitants.
Who are whistleblowers?
Who are whistleblowers?
Whistleblowers are individuals who report misconduct or violations of EU law. These may include employees, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, volunteers or even job applicants.
What kind of misconduct/abuse can be reported?
What kind of misconduct/abuse can be reported?
Whistleblowers can report a wide range of issues in various areas, including but not limited to
Protection of privacy and personal data
Consumer protection
Violations of company policies and procedures
Financial misconduct
Money laundering and terrorist financing
Fraud
Security of network and information systems
Harassment or discrimination
Safety concerns (product safety and compliance, food and feed safety, transport safety)
Public health or animal health and welfare issues
Environmental issues
Are the messages confidential and secure?
Are the messages confidential and secure?
Yes, the iubenda reporting system we use ensures that whistleblowers can report information confidentially and, if they wish, anonymously.
If whistleblowers choose to report confidentially, their identity will only be known to those within the organisation who are responsible for handling the case.
Most importantly, whistleblowers covered by the EU Whistleblower Directive are protected from any form of retaliation, including threats and attempts at retaliation.
Are there other options for me?
Are there other options for me?
The Whistleblower Directive requires Member States to provide an alternative external reporting channel for whistleblowers. It is always preferable to use the internal reporting channels first, but note that there is always the option to report further or go directly to such external reporting channels.
What happens after I have submitted a report?
What happens after I have submitted a report?
As soon as you submit a report, you will receive an internal case number and an acknowledgement of receipt from the IITR Datenschutz GmbH system we use. We are obliged to provide feedback within a reasonable period of time, which may not exceed three months from the confirmation of receipt.