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Managing Staff Integrity –
Keys to Managing Staff Integrity
Managing staff integrity is always a difficult and challenging task. Supervisors in the construction industry are suggested to adopt a strict approach to ensure their subordinates follow the organisational standards. Supervisors should also have an open attitude in discussing with subordinates their ethical problems encountered and providing guidance to them.
Culture Building
To establish a strong ethical culture within the organisation, supervisors should comply with laws, regulations, professional and internal codes of conduct themselves and set a good example for their subordinates to follow. They should also provide integrity training to staff members to help them understand the legal requirements and internal guidelines governing their ethical behaviours.
Strict Compliance
Supervisors should explain clearly to subordinates the importance of legal and procedural compliance. They should monitor the works progress and staff performance not solely by inspecting the records submitted by subordinates/contractors, but also by conducting random and site checks themselves. Supervisors should also stay alert to any symptoms of irregularities, such as tampering of documents or over-socialisation between their subordinates and contractors/suppliers, and handle any breach of laws or rules sternly. They should adopt zero tolerance to any acts of corruption or malpractices and report to the appropriate authority promptly.
Open Communication
Supervisors should understand the possible ethical challenges and corruption temptations faced by subordinates at work and provide timely advice and guidance to help them solve the problems. They should maintain an open attitude to discuss with subordinates their ethical concerns. Delays or non-conforming works which are justifiable should be handled in a realistic and problem-solving approach.
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