Code of Conduct
At SINA Health, Education & Welfare Trust, our Code of Conduct applies to the trustees and all employees. It reflects our commitment to honesty, integrity, and accountability in everything we do.A. Business Ethics
- We conduct all activities with honesty, integrity, and transparency, upholding the highest standards of governance.
- We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and non-discriminatory workplace.
- SINA does not support political parties or contribute to political interests.
- We aim to deliver services and training programs that create value and meet community needs.
- As responsible citizens, we are committed to sustainability and contributing to the betterment of society through healthcare, education, and social impact.
B. Conflicts of Interest
- Employees must avoid situations where personal interests could conflict—or appear to conflict—with the interests of SINA.
- Employees and their families should not personally profit from SINA’s facilities or relationships.
- Any potential conflict or offer of value must be disclosed immediately.
- Providing preferential treatment to family members or close friends is strictly prohibited.
C. Records & Accountability
- All medical records, reports, and evaluations must be accurate and maintained to international best practices.
- Financial statements must follow applicable laws and recognized accounting principles.
- Employees are expected to sign only those documents they believe to be true and accurate.
D. Environmental Responsibility
- SINA is committed to conducting its operations in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner.
E. Confidentiality
- Employees must safeguard all confidential information about SINA, its patients, and partners, and must not disclose it unless authorized or legally required.
F. Personal Conduct
- Employees are expected to maintain the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in all dealings.
- Information must only be shared as part of official duties, with confidentiality agreements observed when required.
- Bribery, extortion, corruption, and unsafe practices are strictly prohibited.
- Employees must comply with safety regulations and avoid possession of illegal substances.
G. Compliance & Enforcement
- All employees are required to comply with the Code of Conduct.
- Violations may lead to disciplinary action, including dismissal, and legal action if necessary.
- Employees must annually certify their compliance with this Code.
- SINA has in place a Whistleblowing Policy to encourage reporting of any non-compliance.
Code of Conduct
SINA Health, Education & Welfare Trust — policies and expectations for all employees and trustees.
1. Objective
To familiarize all employees of SINA with the well-defined way of doing business and to conduct themselves as employees of a good corporate citizen.
2. Responsibility
All Heads of Departments.
3. Policy
The Code of Conduct is equally applicable to the Board of Trustees as well as all the employees of SINA. The salient features are as follows:
3.1. Business Ethics
- 3.1.1 SINA’s policy is to conduct its business with honesty and integrity and be ethical in its dealings, showing respect for stakeholders including shareholders, employees, customers, suppliers and society.
- 3.1.2 SINA provides a safe and non-discriminatory working environment for all employees.
- 3.1.3 SINA does not support any political party or contribute funds to groups whose activities promote political interests.
- 3.1.4 The Board of Trustees and Management are committed to ensuring SINA is a responsible corporate citizen and shall conduct its affairs sustainably.
- 3.1.5 Operations shall be carried out with minimum adverse effect on the environment and producing quality products in a healthy and safe working environment.
- 3.1.6 As a responsible corporate citizen, SINA shall promote the betterment of society in health and education sectors as part of Corporate Social Responsibility.
3.2. Conflicts of Interest
- 3.2.1 Every employee should conduct personal and business affairs so that neither a conflict, nor the appearance of a conflict, arises between those interests and the interests of SINA.
- 3.2.2 An employee should avoid situations where they or a family member might profit personally (directly or indirectly) from SINA’s facilities or relationships. Business lunches, nominal giveaways, attendance at conferences/seminars are generally acceptable and not violations of this Code.
- 3.2.3 An employee should not permit themselves (or family members) to be obligated—other than during normal banking relationships—to any organization or individual with whom SINA has a business relationship.
- 3.2.4 If offered or receiving something of value that may be impermissible under this Code, the employee should disclose the matter immediately.
- 3.2.5 All employees shall avoid any kind of bribery, extortion and all other forms of corruption.
- 3.2.6 Conflicts of interest shall be avoided and promptly disclosed where they exist; guidance should be sought from superiors.
3.3. Accounting Records, Controls & Statements
- 3.3.1 All books, records, accounts and statements should conform to generally accepted accounting principles and applicable laws and regulations and should be maintained accurately.
- 3.3.2 Employees are expected to sign only documents or records which they believe to be accurate and truthful.
3.4. Environment
- 3.4.1 SINA is committed to operate in an environmentally sound and sustainable manner and promote preservation and sustainability of the environment.
- 3.4.2 All employees must adhere strictly to applicable environmental laws and regulations that impact SINA’s operations.
3.5. Personal Conduct
- 3.5.1 Employees should conduct themselves with the highest degree of integrity and professionalism on SINA’s business.
- 3.5.2 Employees shall not disclose confidential SINA information except as required by official duties.
- 3.5.3 Employees must avoid any form of bribery, extortion or corruption.
- 3.5.4 Employees should adhere strictly to all safety policies and regulations.
- 3.5.5 Any illegally prohibited or controlled substances found in possession of employees will be confiscated and may be turned over to authorities.
3.6. Miscellaneous
- 3.6.1 All employees must comply with this Code of Conduct and are personally responsible for doing so. Breach may result in disciplinary action and serious breaches (reputational/financial damage) may result in summary dismissal and legal redress.
- 3.6.2 Employees at all levels will be required to certify annually that they understand and comply with this Code; the Board monitors findings annually.
- 3.6.3 SINA has a confidential Whistleblowing policy to encourage reporting of any non-compliance with this Code.
