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All employees must have their valid driver’s license in their possession while operating a vehicle on or off Company property. It is mandatory that the employee exhibit safe driving habits at all times while operating a vehicle and avoid exceeding any posted speed limits or other acts of recklessness. The use of cell phones or other portable devices is strictly prohibited while operating the vehicle, but responsible hands-free use will be permitted. The employee must abide by all applicable state and local driving laws and is responsible for any fines or penalties imposed as a violation of these laws. This policy extends to all forms of distracted driving, including eating, drink, among others.
If an employee receives any traffic or moving vehicle violations in a company vehicle or while performing any aspects of their job functions or duties, they must notify their manager of the violation. Erbe may take disciplinary action up to and including termination if the employee receives two or more violations in a six month period, if the employee routinely received violations or if the employee’s driving history gives Erbe any reason to believe that the employee is unsafe in the use of a vehicle as part of his/her job duties, Erbe may take disciplinary action against the employee.
Employees may only use Company-owned or leased vehicles as authorized by management
Use of Company Vehicle
Erbe owns a company vehicle, whose primary use is to enable authorized employees to efficiently perform their job functions for the company. Only drivers with a valid driver’s license and covered by the Erbe automobile policy can drive the vehicle.
The vehicle should be reserved and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. In the case of conflicting requests, business priority will be the final determinant.
Authorized employees must sign the vehicle log in the logistic manager’s office. Employees are required to recording the mileage and general condition of the vehicle prior to departure. The authorized employee using the vehicle is fully responsible for the general maintenance and proper care of the vehicle. The driver is required to inform the logistics manager of any vehicle maintenance needs or safety problems upon return of the vehicle.
Employees should return the vehicle clean, free of trash, and fueled to the same level upon departure. Smoking is not allowed in company vehicle at any time. Use of cell phone is prohibited while operating the vehicle. Fuel usage for company business may be paid for out of petty cash or via normal expense reporting.
6-12. Gambling
Gambling using company systems or with other colleagues while at work is prohibited. However, certain activities, such as football pools and basketball pool brackets, are permissible as long as they involve small and insignificant amounts of money.
Erbe understands these annual events are enjoyable and looked forward to by our employee. With these guidelines in mind and in an effort to promote company morale, Erbe employees may participate in these activities with each other while on Erbe premises.
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