The Ethics and Code of Conduct course provides a practical, engaging look at ethical behaviour in today’s industrial, construction, trades, and warehouse workplaces. Through realistic scenarios, professional actors, and guided discussions, learners see how ethical choices impact safety, productivity, legal compliance, and workplace culture. This training equips managers, supervisors, and employees with the tools to consistently make responsible decisions that align with organizational values.

Throughout the course, learners explore what ethical conduct looks like in action—from everyday choices to complex dilemmas. The program demonstrates the importance of honesty, integrity, fairness, and accountability, while emphasizing how ethical behaviour strengthens trust, communication, and overall job performance. Participants will also learn how ethical lapses can lead to legal consequences, damaged reputations, and unsafe working conditions.

By the end of the training, employees will understand how to apply an ethical decision-making process, uphold organizational standards, and contribute to a workplace culture built on respect and professionalism.

Ethical behaviour is a cornerstone of a productive and safe workplace. Understanding key ethical principles, knowing how to report concerns, and recognizing the impact of unethical actions help protect employees, customers, and the organization. This course provides foundational knowledge to support ethical choices and encourages a proactive approach to maintaining trust and compliance within the workplace.

Key Principles of Ethics

• Understand the core values that guide ethical behaviour
• Recognize how ethics support safety, quality, and professionalism

Importance and Benefits of Ethical Conduct

• Review how ethical actions build trust and strengthen workplace culture
• Learn the organizational advantages of consistent ethical practices

Consequences of Unethical Decisions

• Explore how misconduct impacts safety, reputation, and legal compliance

Practical Steps for Ethical Decision-Making

• Use structured approaches to assess situations and choose the right action

Reporting Procedures & Retaliation

• Learn how to report concerns safely and appropriately
• Understand protections against retaliation

Privacy, Confidentiality & Records

• Review expectations around handling sensitive information and documentation

Proper Use of Company Information & Assets

• Identify responsible use of organizational property and data

Gratuities, Gifts, Vendors & Contractors

• Understand ethical considerations in business relationships

Safety, Diversity & Respect

• Review expectations around workplace safety, anti-harassment practices, and inclusion

Gossip & Professional Conduct

• Explore how communication habits affect morale and teamwork

This online Ethics and Code of Conduct course takes approximately 60 minutes to complete. Learners may start, pause, and resume the training as needed.

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the final exam. Learners may attempt the exam up to three times.

After successfully completing the course, learners can download and print a digital certificate of completion.