The purpose of training and development programs is to support employees’ professional and personal growth. At the end of each year, department managers submit to the Human Resources Department a list of the professional training programs recommended for their teams for the upcoming year. Personal development programs for all employees are planned and conducted by the Human Resources and Organizational Development Department in cooperation with department managers. Online training sessions and Corporate Communication trainings are periodically planned for all employees.

On the employee’s first day, following the signing of the employment contract, an orientation meeting is conducted by the Human Resources Department. During this session, information is provided on employee rights, entitlements, leave policies, and working procedures. The new employee completes an orientation form and is directed to their respective department manager.

Every employee is responsible not only for their own safety but also for the safety of their colleagues and compliance with environmental procedures and instructions. Each employee is obliged to know and properly implement Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations. The Occupational Health and Safety Procedure and related guidelines are clearly defined. All employees must conduct their work in compliance with these procedures. If any unsafe condition is observed, it must be reported directly to the Administrative Affairs Directorate using the relevant forms (such as Near Miss or Loss Prevention Reports). The process for addressing these issues is described in the Corrective and Preventive Action Procedure. All employees must also attend periodic medical examinations conducted by the company’s occupational physician.

Ethical Rules: Ethical rules are a set of principles that guide our behavior and conduct while carrying out our operations and business activities within the framework of laws, regulations, and procedures. All employees sign a declaration acknowledging that these rules are considered part of their Employment Contract. Employees are required to know, understand, and apply the principles outlined in the Code of Business Ethics. The Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK) and Code of Ethics apply to all employees.

Honesty and Integrity: Honesty and integrity are our core values in all business processes and relationships. In all our activities, operations, and relationships, we act with honesty and integrity toward third parties representing ARD Group, our colleagues, supervisors, and subordinates—briefly, all internal and external stakeholders—while fulfilling our duties and responsibilities.

Equality and Fairness: Acting with equality and fairness in all our activities, operations, and relationships is one of our most important and indispensable values. We treat each other fairly and respectfully, and we do not engage in discriminatory behavior based on religion, language, race, gender, or similar characteristics.

Compliance with Laws, Regulations, and Rules: We comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and rules, and we ensure that all our business activities and operations are carried out in accordance with these legal and regulatory frameworks.

Developing Responsible Behavior and Fulfilling Responsibilities: We recognize our place and importance within the organization and act responsibly toward our customers, colleagues, partners, suppliers, society, and the environment. All our activities and operations are conducted within the framework of the law, and we provide accurate, complete, and clear information to institutions and organizations in a timely manner.