Policies and Guidelines

To help ensure that we conduct business according to the values embodied in Our Credo, we have policies that define what we expect of the people within the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies throughout the world.

Employment

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Global Labor and Employment Guidelines
Policy on Employment of Young Persons
Guide for Resolving Employee Disagreements
Harassment Policy
Global Diversity and Inclusion Vision Statement

Environment

Worldwide Environment, Health & Safety Policy
Climate Friendly Energy Policy
Policy for the Sustainable Design and Construction of Johnson & Johnson Facilities
Respecting Biodiversity
Johnson & Johnson Principles for Safe Use of Chemicals in Products

Governance and Ethics

Our Credo
Policy on Business Conduct
Principles of Corporate Governance
Code of Business Conduct and Ethics for Members of the Board of Directors and Executive Officers
Executive Compensation Recoupment Policy
Policy on Transactions with Related Persons
Privacy and Confidentiality
"The Right Course" Global Health Care Compliance Policy
Ethical Code for the Conduct of Research and Development
Responsible Interaction with Health Care Professionals
MD&D Guidelines for Direct-to-Patient Education
Responsible Use of Nanotechnology

Human Rights

Statement on Human Rights
Statement on Human Right to Water

Manufacturing & Procurement

Responsibility Standards for Suppliers
Procurement Code of Conduct
Position Statement on Counterfeit Health Care Products

PhRMA

PhRMA Guiding Principles Direct-to-Consumer Advertisements About Prescription Medicines
PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals

Research and Development

Ethical Code for the Conduct of Research and Development
Guideline on the Humane Care and Use of Animals

FEATURED STORY

Caring for the World

We estimate that the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies touches more than a billion people’s lives each day through our health care products and services, our corporate giving and the volunteer efforts of our employees. We’re part of the daily rituals people follow to care for themselves and their families. We help doctors and nurses care for patients, heal the sick and restore the joy of good health. And we support non-profit organizations throughout the world in advancing the health and well-being of those in need.