BL Companies | Employee Handbook | 2022

ASSETS Company Equipment

of computers and electronic information as tools to perform the work and support the Company. It is the responsibility of each employee to ensure that this technology is used for proper business purposes and in a manner that does not compromise the confidentiality of sensitive information. Phones and Cell Phones Personal use of Company-owned telephones for long-distance and toll calls is not permitted. Employees should practice discretion in using Company telephones when making local personal calls and may be required to reimburse the Company for any charges resulting from their personal use of the telephone. Cell phones are provided to employees for business purposes only. Cell phones should not be used if lower cost alternatives are available. Accordingly, they should not be used in the office or for lengthy conference calls. The Company may require reimbursement for personal use of the Company cell phone. Hands-free devices must be used where required by law and should be used whenever driving. ▪ Employees may not use a hand-held cell phone while operating a Company vehicle, a rental vehicle used for Company business or when driving a personal vehicle on Company business whether the vehicle is in motion or stopped at a traffic light. This includes, but is not limited to, answering or making phone calls, engaging in phone conversations, and reading or responding to emails, instant messages, and text messages. ▪ If Employees need to use their phones, they must pull over safely to the side of the road or another safe location.

Equipment essential in accomplishing job duties is expensive and may be difficult to replace. When using BL Companies’ property, employees are expected to exercise care, perform required maintenance and follow all operating instructions, safety standards and guidelines. Employees should notify their supervisor if any equipment appears to be damaged, defective or needs repair. Prompt reporting of damages, defects and the need for repairs can prevent deterioration of equipment and possible injury to employees or others. Employees should not attempt to repair damaged equipment on their own. Company equipment should be used only for Company-related activities and never for personal use. Use of Company Assets Company vehicles and equipment should only be used for Company-related travel and services and not for personal use. Company vehicles may be driven home and used as transportation to and from jobsites only when approved by the Executive Discipline Director. Vehicles or equipment used for personal reasons may result in disciplinary action. If a BL vehicle or piece of equipment is damaged by an employee and the use is found to be personal, the employee will be responsible for reimbursing the Company for the damage. Computers, Email, Phones, Cellphones and Internet BL Companies is committed to providing an environment that encourages the use

Employees must treat all information about the Company’s clients, their projects and other business information as confidential and not disclose it to, or discuss it with, anyone outside the Company.

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