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the Company’s assets should be used for legitimate business purposes.
Anyone spending Company money, or personal money that will be reim-
bursed, should always be sure the Company receives good value in return.
Anyone approving or certifying the correctness of a voucher or bill should
have reasonable knowledge that the purchases and amounts are proper.
Anyone responsible for the handling of Company assets, as well as associ-
ated records and materials, is accountable for their safekeeping. In addition
to cash, property and equipment, assets include checks and items such as
Company credit cards.
Fraud, or the act or intent to cheat, trick, steal, deceive or lie, is both
dishonest and, in most cases, criminal. Intentional acts of fraud are subject
to strict disciplinary action, including dismissal and possible civil and/or
criminal action. It is important to understand what fraud can entail, so you
can recognize it and avoid mistakes. Some examples include submitting
false expense reports, forging or altering checks, misappropriating assets
or misusing company property, unauthorized handling or reporting of trans-
actions, or making an entry on Company records or financial statements
that is not accurate and in accordance with proper accounting standards.
Any fraudulent activity that violates applicable law or Company policy
may result in disciplinary action, including discharge and/or disclosure to
appropriate law enforcement officials.
Respect in the Workplace and No Discrimination
Martin Marietta will not tolerate workplace harassment. Martin Marietta
is committed to providing a professional work
environment for its employees that is free of
Conduct that is intended physical, psychological and verbal harassment.
as an innocent joke or
harmless flirting may still In connection with employment opportunities,
constitute harassment. the Company will not tolerate discrimination
The intent of the act is on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age,
irrelevant; what is critical natural origin, citizenship status, disability,
is how the other party sexual orientation, veteran status or any other
perceives the conduct.
protected status under applicable laws.