BL Companies | Employee Handbook | 2024

▪ Because postings placed on the Internet display BL Companies’ address, employees should make certain before posting information on the Internet that the information reflects the standards and policies of BL Companies. ▪ Information posted or viewed on the Internet may constitute published material. Therefore, reproduction of information posted or otherwise available over the Internet may be done only by express permission from the author. ▪ Employees may not establish Internet or other external network connections that could allow unauthorized persons to gain access to the Company’s systems and information. ▪ Employees are cautioned that they should not expect privacy while using the Internet while at work. Employees’ postings can be reviewed by anyone, including BL. BL Companies reserves the right to monitor comments or discussions about the Company, its employees, clients and the industry, including projects and competitors, posted on the Internet by anyone, including employees and non-employees. 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 ASSETS Company Equipment

for Company-related activities and never for personal use. All BL’s equipment must be returned upon separation of employment. Employees must return the equipment no later than 7 (seven) days from the last day of employment. 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. BL Companies is committed to providing an environment that encourages the use 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 Computers, Email, Phones, Cellphones and Internet

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