FAR Code of Conduct

Help your employees to identify and report potential fraud and other misconduct to comply with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

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    Course description

    Traliant’s Code of Conduct FAR training is a 35-minute interactive course designed for organizations that work as federal contractors. It provides training on the code of business ethics and conduct that most federal contractors are required to implement. The course instructs employees on how to identify and report concerns related to conflicts of interest, gifts, meals and bribery, protecting assets and information, and accurate representations and records. The course can be customized to fit your organization’s code by adding policy-specific content and customized scenarios. Customization helps reinforce your organization’s values and standards while making the training more pertinent for employees.

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    FAR Code of Conduct

    FAR Code of Conduct covers topics that must be addressed in federal contractors’ code of business ethics and conduct including:

    • The Federal Acquisition Regulation: What is FAR and who it applies to
    • Avoiding conflicts of interest: Familial conflicts, outside employment, interfering activities, competing business, organizational conflicts of interest
    • Gifts, meals and bribery: Perishable gifts, gift cards, prizes, honorarium, government officials, donations
    • Protecting assets and information: Company assets, confidential information, social media
    • Accurate representations and records: Contract requirements, time recording
    • Reporting and retaliation: Making a report, investigation, retaliatory action, consequences
    • Further topics can be added to reflect your organization’s code

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    What to consider when choosing the most effective FAR Code of Conduct training

    FAR code of conduct training is designed to help employees of federal contractors understand the ethical standards and legal requirements outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Code of Conduct. This training is essential for organizations that contract with the federal government because it helps to:
    • Ensure compliance: Training helps organizations comply with the FAR's requirements for implementing a code of business ethics and conduct and for providing training to employees.
    • Minimize legal risks: Violations of the FAR Code of Conduct can lead to fines, penalties, and even suspension or debarment from government contracting.
    • Create a culture of ethical conduct: Training helps to promote a culture where employees understand the importance of ethical behavior and are committed to following the FAR's standards.

    Training is mandated for certain federal contractors (if the value of a contract is expected to exceed $6 million and the performance period is 120 days or more.) FAR code of conduct training is also crucial for all federal contractors because it helps to:
    • Empower employees: Training provides employees with the knowledge they need to understand the FAR Code of Conduct and to make informed decisions about their actions.
    • Strengthen your organization's compliance program: A comprehensive FAR code of conduct training program is an essential component of a strong compliance program, helping to mitigate legal and reputational risks.
    • Promote a culture of integrity: Training helps to create a culture where employees understand that ethical behavior is paramount.

    The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is a set of rules designed to ensure that contractors and subcontractors working with the federal government comply with standards for honesty and ethical conduct. It covers a wide range of areas, including:
    • Procurement: How the government purchases goods and services.
    • Contract administration: How contracts are managed and administered.
    • Ethics and compliance: The ethical standards that contractors must adhere to.

    FAR Code of Conduct training typically covers a range of ethical principles and practices, including:
    • Conflicts of interest: Training helps employees understand how to recognize and avoid potential conflicts of interest.
    • Gifts, meals, and bribery: Training covers the rules about accepting gifts, meals, and other forms of hospitality, and it highlights the potential consequences of bribery.
    • Protecting assets and information: Training emphasizes the importance of safeguarding company assets and confidential information.
    • Accurate representations and records: Training focuses on the importance of providing accurate and truthful information in all business dealings with the government.

    Employees who have concerns about potential misconduct should report the issue immediately to their supervisor, their company's ethics hotline, or the appropriate government agency. It's crucial to understand the reporting procedures and to document any evidence.

    Failure to comply with the FAR Code of Conduct can have serious consequences for both individuals and organizations, including:
    • Fines and penalties: Companies and individuals can be fined for violations of the FAR.
    • Suspension or debarment: Companies can be suspended or debarred from government contracting, which can significantly impact their business.
    • Reputational damage: Violations of the FAR can damage the company's reputation and make it difficult to win future government contracts.

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