Integrity management unit

Promotion of Projects

Summary Description

1. Establishment of Integrity Management Policies and Programs

   (1) Has the company established an integrity management policy approved by the board of directors, clearly stated in its regulations and external documents, detailing the policy, practices, and the commitment of the board and senior management to implementing the management policy?

 

 

   (1) The company has set up a "Corporate Sustainability Promotion Task Force," under which a "Corporate Governance Team" operates, responsible for promoting the group's integrity management, anti-corruption, anti-bribery, and legal compliance initiatives. The task force reports annually to the board on its implementation status. The "Code of Integrity Management" of the company was implemented following approval by the Audit Committee and the board of directors. The board fulfills its fiduciary duty by supervising measures to prevent dishonest behavior, ensuring the realization of the integrity management policy.

(2) Has the company established a risk assessment mechanism for dishonest behavior, periodically analyzing and evaluating business activities with higher risks of dishonest behavior, and developing preventive measures in accordance with Article 7, Paragraph 2 of the "Code of Integrity Management for Listed Companies"?

   (2) To prevent dishonest behavior, the company has formulated "Procedures for Handling Reports of Illegal, Unethical, or Dishonest Behavior" and requires employees to commit to avoiding conflicts of interest and ethical concerns. Through internal controls, the company regularly analyzes and evaluates business activities with higher risks of dishonest behavior to effectively prevent illegal acts.

(3) Has the company clearly defined operating procedures, behavioral guidelines, disciplinary actions, and grievance systems in its preventive measures for dishonest behavior, and regularly reviewed and revised the plans?

(3) The company has established a "Code of Integrity Management" and "Operating Procedures and Behavioral Guidelines for Integrity Management," which define the systems and processes to prevent dishonest behavior. In 2023, all employees signed a Code of Clean Service, embodying the integrity policy. To further promote integrity principles, the company prominently displays its business philosophy on its official website and conducts monthly awareness campaigns to foster ethical values, build a strong corporate culture, and uphold similar standards among suppliers and customers.

2. Implementation of Integrity Management

(1) Does the company evaluate the integrity records of its counterparties and include integrity clauses in contracts with them?

 

(1) Before engaging in transactions, the company evaluates counterparties, including their integrity records, to avoid dealings with entities with records of dishonest behavior. Integrity clauses are incorporated into the contracts between both parties.

(2) Has the company established a dedicated unit under the board of directors to promote corporate integrity management and report the policies, preventive measures, and supervision of dishonest behavior to the board at least annually?

(2) The company has formed a "Corporate Sustainability Promotion Task Force" with a subordinate "Corporate Governance Team" responsible for promoting integrity management within the group. Annual reports on the implementation status are submitted to the board.
2023 implementation highlights:

Supplier Commitments

  • Formulation of a Supplier Code of Conduct.
  • Suppliers signed a commitment to integrity and anti-corruption.

Training

  • New employee training: 203 participants, totaling 629 hours.
  • Annual training: 2,245 participants, totaling 6,226 hours.

Commitments

  • 100% of employees signed the Code of Clean Service upon joining.
  • Directors and senior managers signed Integrity Management Declarations.

Promotion

  • Monthly integrity readings for all employees.
  • Whistleblowing and complaint mechanism: https://www.tainergy.com/stakeholder/report

 

(3) Does the company have a conflict of interest prevention policy, provide appropriate channels for statements, and ensure implementation?

(3) Upon employment, new hires sign labor contracts committing to avoid any illegal business practices. Additionally, the company has formulated "Procedures for Handling Reports of Illegal, Unethical, or Dishonest Behavior," offering reporting channels via phone (03-4555807) and email (tainergy@tainergy.com).

(4) Has the company established effective accounting and internal control systems, with the internal audit department drafting audit plans based on risk assessments of dishonest behavior and monitoring compliance with preventive measures, or outsourced such audits to accountants?

(4) The company has implemented effective accounting and internal control systems to closely monitor business risks related to dishonest behavior. The audit office periodically verifies compliance with these systems.

(5) Does the company regularly conduct internal and external training on integrity management?

(5) The company integrates integrity management into corporate culture through a "Code of Integrity and Confidentiality," with frequent advocacy in meetings to ensure full implementation.

3. Operation of Whistleblowing Mechanisms

(1) Has the company established a concrete whistleblowing and reward system, including convenient reporting channels and designated personnel to handle complaints?

 

(1) A whistleblowing and reward system has been formulated, providing channels for reporting via phone (03-4555807) and email (tainergy@tainergy.com).

(2) Has the company established SOPs for investigating whistleblowing cases, follow-up measures upon completion, and confidentiality mechanisms?

(2) For violations of integrity, a major disciplinary committee comprising cross-departmental senior executives convenes to review cases. For severe violations, reports are submitted to the board for action, ensuring confidentiality mechanisms are in place.

(3) Does the company protect whistleblowers from improper treatment due to their reporting?

(3) The company commits to protecting whistleblowers from improper treatment and is exploring related protection measures.

4. Enhanced Information Disclosure

The company discloses its integrity management code and implementation results on its website and the Market Observation Post System in a timely, open, and transparent manner.

5. Differences in Implementation of Integrity Management Code Compared to the "Code of Integrity Management for Listed Companies"

The company's "Code of Integrity Management" was approved by the board on March 8, 2023, and adopted at the shareholders' meeting on June 27, 2023. All employees, managers, and board members are required to comply fully.

6. Other Relevant Information on the Company’s Integrity Management Operations

The company revises its "Code of Integrity Management" as needed based on operational developments and related regulations. It also actively promotes its commitment to integrity to business partners, inviting them to participate in training and review sessions.