The Ethics and Compliance Hotline (EthicsPoint, 888-206-6025) is a resource provided by the Internal Audit department for all University faculty and staff to ask questions, raise issues, seek advice, and report concerns related to proper business conduct and ethical dilemmas.
Reports may be made anonymously.
Any dishonest or improper act by an employee (i.e. that violates the law, wastes money, or endangers public health or safety) is of great concern to the University. All employees are encouraged to report suspected improprieties to their supervisor, or directly to a higher level if the supervisor is involved. If you are aware that a crime has been committed, you should report it immediately to University Police.
When facing an ethical dilemma, the best course of action may not always be clear. Questions to ask yourself include:
Additional information is available on the EthicsPoint website (http://www.ethicspoint.com/).
Utah Public Officers' and Employees' Ethics Act ( https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title67/Chapter16/67-16.html?v=C67-16_1800010118000101)
Utah Protection of Public Employees Act: (https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title67/Chapter21/67-21-S3.html?v=C67-21-S3_1800010118000101)
Q: Why would I call EthicsPoint?
A: Perform an Ethics Quick Test to determine if an action is appropriate by asking yourself:
If you still are not sure, call the Ethics and Compliance Hotline (888) 206-6025.