Employee Conduct and Work Rules

To ensure orderly operations and provide the best possible work environment, Wilkinson/Ace expects employees to follow rules of conduct that will protect the interests and safety of all employees and the organization.

It is not possible to list all the forms of behavior that are considered unacceptable in the workplace. The following are examples of infractions of rules of conduct that may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment:

* Theft or inappropriate removal or possession of property

* Falsification of timekeeping records

* Working under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs

* Possession, distribution, sale, transfer, or use of alcohol or illegal drugs in the workplace, while on duty, or while operating employer-owned vehicles or equipment

* Fighting or threatening violence in the workplace

* Boisterous or disruptive activity in the workplace

* Negligence or improper conduct leading to damage of employer-owned or customer-owned property

* Insubordination or other disrespectful conduct

* Violation of safety or health rules

* Smoking in prohibited areas

* Sexual or other unlawful or unwelcome harassment

* Possession of dangerous or unauthorized materials, such as explosives or firearms, in the workplace

* Excessive absenteeism or any absence without notice

* Unauthorized use of telephones, mail system, or other employer-owned equipment

* Unsatisfactory performance or conduct

Employment with Wilkinson/Ace is at the mutual consent of Wilkinson/Ace and the employee, and either party may terminate that relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice. However, two weeks notice prior to an employee terminating their employment would be expected.

Personal business will not be conducted on company time. If, due to unusual circumstances, personal business must be conducted during your regular hours, the employee may request time off, without pay, from their supervisor. Normally, one week notice is required for such items as doctor appointments, dentist appointments, or any other similar absence that requires an appointment.

Policy No.  701