When setting up a code of ethics, a company should include written standards that are:

a$.$able to guide the employees in everyday decisions by clarifying the mission, values and principles of the firm, as well as the basic expectations for behavior among management and all workers.

b$.$easily understood for the average employee, while reducing or eliminating the need for any management training or Human Resources involvement.

:$-$ agreed tipon by all employees in a series of company$-$wide workshops that are held to increase conversation and cooperation..and should be voted on to determine if a code of ethics is even needed at all.

d$.$specific examples of past incidents that had a negative impact on the firm, as a litany of "what not to do$"$ and "who did what" for future employees.