Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy
1. Policy statement
Firenza Fire Prevention Limited is committed to conducting all business in an honest, ethical, and transparent manner. We have a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption and are committed to acting professionally, fairly, and with integrity in all business dealings and relationships.
We will uphold all applicable laws relating to anti-bribery and corruption, including the UK Bribery Act 2010.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Firenza Fire Prevention Limited, including:
• Employees
• Directors
• Contractors and subcontractors
• Agency workers
• Consultants
• Suppliers and business partners
3. What is bribery?
Bribery is offering, promising, giving, requesting, or accepting something of value (such as money, gifts, hospitality, or services) to influence a business decision or gain an improper advantage.
Corruption includes any abuse of entrusted power for private gain.
4. Prohibited conduct
Firenza Fire Prevention Limited strictly prohibits:
• Offering or giving a bribe
• Requesting or accepting a bribe
• Making facilitation payments (unofficial payments to speed up routine actions)
• Offering excessive or inappropriate gifts or hospitality
• Engaging in any form of corrupt business practice
5. Gifts and hospitality
Firenza Fire Prevention Limited recognises that reasonable and proportionate hospitality can be part of legitimate business relationships. However:
• Gifts and hospitality must be reasonable, appropriate, and not intended to influence decisions
• Cash or cash equivalents are never acceptable
• Any gifts or hospitality must comply with company guidelines and be properly recorded
6. Responsibilities
All Employees must:
• Act with integrity in all business dealings
• Avoid any activity that could lead to or suggest bribery
• Comply with this policy at all times
• Report any suspected or actual bribery
Management is responsible for:
• Ensuring this policy is implemented and enforced
• Promoting a culture of integrity
• Addressing concerns promptly and appropriately
7. Third parties
Firenza Fire Prevention Limited expects all third parties to operate with the same level of integrity. We will:
• Conduct due diligence on partners where appropriate
• Include anti-bribery clauses in contracts where possible
• Terminate relationships where bribery or corruption is identified
8. Record keeping
Accurate and transparent records must be maintained for all business transactions, including:
• Expenses
• Gifts and hospitality
• Payments to third parties
• False, misleading, or incomplete records are strictly prohibited.
9. Reporting concerns
Any concerns or suspicions of bribery or corruption must be reported immediately to:
• A line manager
• Company director
All reports will be treated confidentially, and no individual will suffer retaliation for raising concerns in good faith.
10. Training and awareness
Firenza Fire Prevention Limited will provide training and guidance, where appropriate, to ensure employees understand:
• The risks of bribery and corruption
• Their responsibilities under this policy
11. Breaches of this policy
Any employee who breaches this policy may face disciplinary action, which could include dismissal. The company may also report matters to relevant authorities where required.
12. Policy review
This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary to ensure compliance with legal requirements and best practices.
13. Approval
This policy has been approved by the management of Firenza Fire Prevention Limited and is effective from the date of issue.