Global Ethics Day
When is Global Ethics Day?
October 21st
What is compliance?
Following laws, regulations, and company policies.
Does every MSC USA Office have an Ethics Champion
Yes
What is the new ethics guide called for new hires to MSC USA?
MSC USA New Persons Integrity Guide
This document explains the rules employees must follow at work.
The Code of Conduct
What is the purpose of Global Ethics Day?
Awareness! To encourage global conversations about ethics, responsibility, and moral leadership.
Why is accountability important in ethics programs?
It ensures individuals take responsibility for their actions and decisions.
What is the MSC USA Ethics Department email address?
us038-usaethics@msc.com
Name MSC’s 5 core values
Passion, Family Company, Equal Opportunities, Continuous Evolution, Care for People
With which country’s’ export sanctions laws must MSC USA comply?
US, Swiss & EU
Who participates in Global Ethics Day activities?
Everyone! Individuals, companies, universities, nonprofits, and communities around the world.
What is the purpose of a conflict‑of‑interest disclosure?
To ensure employees reveal personal interests that could improperly influence their decisions.
Where are the MSC Policies located?
MSC Together Page - Office - HR - Policies & Compliance
What is the reporting limit for a gift of monetary value that needs to be reported if received as a gift
$150 from the Private Sector or $20 from the public sector
What are prohibitions against engaging in specified international transactions involving certain individuals, entities, cargos, countries or vessels to achieve a national security OR political objective?
Sanctions
When did Global Ethics Day first begin?
October 2014
What does “non‑retaliation” mean in compliance policies?
Protecting employees from negative consequences when they report concerns in good faith.
Name the ethics dilemma for the following situation: I work at the MSC Claims department. My significant other works for the Port of Virginia.
Potential Conflict of Interest
List 3 countries that must have all transactions screened by the Sanctions Compliance team.
Belarus, Libya, Russia, Sudan and South Sudan, Syria, Venezuela
This U.S. law prohibits bribery of foreign officials.
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)
Who is the Carnegie Council?
The organization that founded Global Ethics Day
Who is responsible for maintaining compliance within an organization?
Every employee, supported by leadership and compliance teams.
Who manages tips received by the Speak Up Line?
A third party
MSC’s secure and confidential tool that allows employees, clients, and partners to report potential misconduct anonymously.
Speak-Up Line
This U.S. agency enforces antitrust laws and promotes fair competition.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)