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premises, or in a product, facility, piece of equipment, process or business practice for which the Company is responsible
should be brought to the attention of management immediately.
Periodically, the Company may issue rules and guidelines governing workplace safety and health. The Company may also
issue rules and guidelines regarding the handling and disposal of hazardous substances and waste. All employees should
familiarize themselves with these rules and guidelines, as strict compliance will be expected.
Any workplace injury, accident, or illness must be reported to the employee's Supervisor as soon as possible, regardless
of the severity of the injury or accident.
Employees Who Are Requested to Drive
Employees who are required to drive a Company vehicle or their own vehicles on Company business will be required to
show proof of current valid driving license and current effective insurance coverage before the first day of employment.
The Company participates in a system that regularly checks state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) records of all
employees who drive as part of their job.
The Company retains the right to transfer to an alternative position, suspend, or terminate an employee whose license is
revoked, or who fails to maintain personal automobile insurance coverage or who is uninsurable under the Company's
policy.
Employees who drive their own vehicles on Company business will be reimbursed at the IRS approved rate per mile.
Ergonomics
The Company is subject to Cal/OSHA ergonomics standards for minimizing workplace repetitive motion injuries. The
Company will make necessary adjustments to reduce exposure to ergonomic hazards through modifications to equipment
and processes and employee training. The Company encourages safe and proper work procedures and requires all
employees to follow safety instructions and guidelines. The Company believes that reduction of ergonomic risk is
instrumental in maintaining an environment of personal safety and well-being, and is essential to our business. We intend
to provide appropriate resources to create a risk-free environment. If you have any questions about ergonomics, please
contact your supervisor.
Safety and Accidents
Safety is the responsibility of every employee. Sound judgment and safe practices must be exercised in the work habits of
all employees. All employees must utilize safety equipment where applicable: this includes clothing, safeguards, safety
appliances, or devices furnished for protection. All employees must wear suitable clothing for the type of work being
performed. Employees must comply with all fire protection and prevention practices. All employees must comply with all
laws, rules, policies, guidelines and regulations regarding safety.
Employees who observe an unsafe condition, equipment or practice, should report them immediately to the employee's
supervisor. All on-the-job accidents or injuries to employees, no matter how small, should also be reported immediately
to the employee's supervisor. Employees must complete all required reports of injury regardless of how minor the injury
may appear to be. Any questions regarding safety should be directed to the employee's immediate supervisor or an
Employee Services or
Safety representative.
In compliance with California law, and to promote the concept of a safe workplace, the Company maintains an Injury and
Illness Prevention Program. The Injury and Illness Prevention Program is available for review by employees and/or
employee representatives in the general manager's office. In compliance with California's Proposition 65, the Company
will inform employees of any known exposure to a chemical known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.
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