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6.5 Driving Policy
We each have a responsibility to protect ourselves and those around us when on the road.
Employees that are required to drive on Company business will be expected to consistently follow
all the procedures below:

• All employees are expected to wear seat belts at all times while in a moving vehicle
being used for Company business, whether they are the driver or a passenger (which
includes passengers in the rear seats of the vehicle).
• Safety must come before all other concerns. Regardless of the circumstances,
including slow or stopped traffic, employees are required to pull off to the side of the
road, into a parking lot, or other safe location before placing or accepting a call unless
using a hands-free operation. In addition, employees should refrain from discussion
of complicated or emotional matters and keep their eyes on the road. Special care
should be taken in situations where there is traffic, inclement weather or the
employee is driving in an unfamiliar area. Employees who are charged with traffic
violations resulting from the use of their phone or other electronic devices while
driving will be solely responsible for all liabilities and fines that result from such
actions.
• Engaging in other distracting activities including, but not limited to eating, applying
makeup, reading, or changing radio stations or music, is also strongly discouraged
while driving, even when in slow-moving traffic.
• Use of alcohol, drugs or other substances, including certain over the counter and
prescription medications that in any way impair driving ability, is strictly prohibited.
• All employees are expected to follow all driving laws and safety rules such as
adherence to posted speed limits and directional signs, use of turn signals and
avoidance of confrontational or offensive behavior while driving.
• Employees should never allow anyone to ride in any part of the vehicle not specifically
intended for passenger use and/or any seat that does not include a working seat belt.
• Employees must promptly report any accidents to local law enforcement as well as to
the President.
• Vehicles owned, leased, or rented by nou Systems are to be used to conduct Company
business only and are not available for personal use, unless approved by the Company
President.

6.6 Protect Your Belongings
To guard against theft of your personal belongings, be sure to keep your wallet, purse and/or any
other valuables in a safe place and keep your car locked. nou Systems will not assume
responsibility for the loss of such property. Do not leave your nou Systems badge or, if applicable,
your government badge in your vehicle.

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