Lepage Sales Handbook

kind, novelty items that can be portrayed as a weapon, alcohol products of any kind, and illegal substances. 34. Failure of management to have preventive maintenance performed on all vehicles at least every 12 months. B. DRESS CODE, PERSONAL HYGIENE AND OTHER GOOD MANUFACTURING PRINCIPLES, AND SAFETY These are rules, which if broken, normally result in a documented verbal warning at the first offense and further progressive disciplinary action if the individual's conduct does not improve. Employees should be aware, however, that any offense will be considered on its own facts, including the record of the employee, in determining appropriate disciplinary action which may include discharge. The listed offenses are not all inclusive . Any conduct which could jeopardize health or safety, interfere with or damage the business or reputation of the Company, or otherwise violate accepted standards of behavior will result in appropriate discipline; up to and including immediate discharge, with or without progressive steps. These steps are as follows: Offense Disciplinary Action First Documented Verbal Warning. Second Written Warning. Third Non-Exempt Employees Only - One Day Decision Making Leave Without Pay

(This allows employees time to decide whether or not to continue to work for the Company and abide by the appropriate work standards). Exempt Employees Only - Subject to a disciplinary probation period with pay.

Fourth

Subject to Discharge.

This disciplinary policy is based on rolling twelve (12) month period. For example, if you have a documented verbal warning and it becomes twelve (12) months old, then it drops from your record in considering the next disciplinary step. 1. Incompetent, unsatisfactory or careless performance of duties. 2. Horseplay. This can include practical jokes, throwing product, wrestling, and/or using Company equipment for purposes other than those intended. 3. Failure to perform work in a timely, efficient, and/ or safe manner. 4. Disturbing other employees while they are working.

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