The Internal Auditing Department adheres to the following principals (Institute of Internal Auditors):

• Integrity – The integrity of internal auditors establishes trust and provides the basis for reliance on their judgment.
• Objectivity – Internal auditors exhibit the highest level of professional objectivity in gathering, evaluating, and communicating information about the activity or process being examined.
• Confidentiality – Internal auditors respect the value and ownership of information they receive and do not disclose information without appropriate authority unless there is a legal or professional obligation to do so.
• Competency – Internal auditors apply the knowledge, skills, and experience in the performance of internal audit services.