Whistleblower Policy
I. Policy Statement
Integrity is a core corporate value of the Fit Fabulous Philippines, means a commitment to truth and honesty in one's words and actions and practicing high
standards of fairness and ethics at work and relationships. In order to address the need for transparency and adhere to the value of integrity, the Group adopts this Whistleblower Policy to encourage directors, officers, employees, suppliers, business partners, contractors and all other parties having transactions with the Group to report any perceived wrongdoing, malpractice or risk involving Group which is in violation of law, company policy or regulation. This Policy provides a formal mechanism to properly address reports of violations or suspected violations which will be treated with the utmost confidentiality consistent with the need to conduct an adequate investigation without fear of retaliation reprisals, harassment, disciplinary action or victimization for whistleblowing.
II. Definition of Terms
a. Whistleblower - a director, officer, employee, supplier, business partner, contractor or any other party having transaction or have transacted with the Group who provides a valid report of illegal activities, fraud, abuse, corruption, waste, misconduct or any other similar activities which undermine the integrity and ethical behavior of an employee.
b. Valid Report - a report stating a legitimate concern of actual or possible 1) illegal conduct or behavior which contravenes business ethics 2) corrupt practices; 3) misuse of the Group's assets; 4) fraudulent accounting practices; 5) conflict of interest situations; or 6) any conduct similar or related to the foregoing made in accordance with the Whistleblower Policy. It does not include reports which are: a) intended merely to defame or insult individuals, b) seek promotion of private interests; c) intentionally contain false allegations and evidence hereto
referred as Invalid Reports". Such Invalid Reports shall subject the reporter to disciplinary or other actions which may be taken by the Group.
c. Act of Retaliation - Any act of reprisal, harassment, disciplinary action or victimization targeted against the whistleblower by reason of the valid report. It includes acts of suspension, demotion, blacklisting and any and all acts which are targeted against the whistleblower by reason of the valid report.