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Code of Conduct and Values
We, HSE Health & Safety Experts GmbH, are an internationally active consulting firm in the field of occupational health and safety, fire protection, and related disciplines. Code of Conduct and Values, valid as of September 2026.
Preamble
We, HSE Health & Safety Experts GmbH (hereinafter referred to as HSE GmbH), are an internationally active consulting firm in the field of occupational health and safety, fire protection, and related disciplines.
We help organizations across industries create safe, healthy, and legally compliant workplaces through practical, modern, and responsible solutions.
As a consulting company, we carry a special responsibility to lead by example: what we recommend to our clients, we consistently apply within our own organization.
This Code of Conduct and Values sets out the principles that guide our actions and decisions, both within HSE GmbH and in our relationships with external partners. It applies to all employees, managers, members of the management board, and any external parties acting on behalf of HSE GmbH.
Scope and responsibility
This Code applies to all employees of HSE GmbH, regardless of function or hierarchy.
Managers carry a special responsibility: they lead by example, provide guidance, and serve as the first point of contact for questions or concerns.
Diversity and an inclusive working environment
We value diversity and foster an inclusive working environment. At HSE GmbH, diversity is a strength.
Different professional backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives help us identify risks more effectively, assess situations more accurately, and develop robust, practical solutions for our clients.
We promote an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and feel encouraged to contribute authentically and professionally.
Equal opportunity and merit-based development
We stand for equal opportunity and merit-based development. At HSE GmbH, qualifications, competence, and performance are the basis for recruitment, development, and responsibility.
Decisions are made independently of personal characteristics or background. Discrimination of any kind is not tolerated.
We create fair conditions for professional growth and expect everyone to actively support this principle.
Responsibility and respect
We care for one another and take responsibility. Occupational health and safety starts within our own organization.
We treat each other with respect, openness, and a strong sense of responsibility. HSE GmbH does not tolerate bullying, harassment, discrimination, or any degrading behavior - neither internally nor toward clients, partners, or third parties.
Every individual is responsible for their conduct and for contributing to a safe, professional, and trustworthy working environment.
Listening and participation
We listen and encourage participation. High-quality consulting is based on dialogue, reflection, and continuous learning.
Therefore, HSE GmbH promotes open communication and a constructive feedback culture. Regardless of role or position, we listen to one another, address issues transparently, and consider different perspectives in decision-making processes.
Leaders are expected to actively enable dialogue and value constructive contributions.
Integrity and trust
We act with integrity and strengthen trust with our partners. Our clients and partners rely on our expertise, independence, and integrity. Trust is the foundation of our work.
We act transparently, honestly, and reliably.
Our consulting services are free from conflicts of interest and always aimed at sustainable, legally compliant, and practical solutions.
Speak-up culture
HSE GmbH explicitly encourages employees to speak up about misconduct, rule violations, or ethically questionable situations.
Reports can be made openly or, where applicable, confidentially.
No one shall suffer disadvantages for raising concerns in good faith. Retaliation of any kind is not tolerated.
Conflicts of interest
Personal interests must not influence professional activities for HSE GmbH. Conflicts of interest must be avoided or transparently disclosed.
Secondary employment, personal relationships with clients or partners, as well as gifts or benefits must be handled transparently and must not compromise the independence of our consulting services.
Confidentiality and data protection
As an HSE consulting company, we handle sensitive information on a daily basis. The careful and responsible handling of data relating to clients, partners, and employees is a fundamental obligation.
Confidential information may only be used for legitimate business purposes and in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.
Legal compliance and integrity
Legal compliance is a core element of our work. Adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and standards is non-negotiable at HSE GmbH.
Violations of legal requirements or deliberate circumvention of rules contradict our values and may result in disciplinary or employment-related consequences.
Closing statement
This Code of Conduct and Values is not a formal document for reference only - it is a shared standard for our daily actions.
It defines what HSE Health & Safety Experts GmbH stands for - toward our clients, our partners, and each other.
Safety, responsibility, and integrity start with us.