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Safe and Healthy Workplace
Client is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. To promote a
healthy workforce and a safe work environment, Temporary Staff are expected to
follow health and safety guidelines, and make client management and the Supplier
Employer aware of potential safety hazards or threats of violence.

Client does not tolerate violence or threatening behavior of any kind in the workplace,
including domestic violence that might impact the workplace.

The unauthorized possession of any weapon is prohibited on Client property or while
conducting business.

Alcohol and Drugs
All Temporary Staff are expected to report to work free from the influence of any
substance, including alcohol or illegal drugs, which would impair one’s performance or
negatively impact the performance of others. The possession, sale, manufacture, use or
distribution of illegal drugs in the NW workplace is strictly prohibited.

Office and Cubicle Etiquette
From time to time, it is necessary to go back to career basics regarding the everyday
forgotten “rules” of office behavior. Sometimes we get so comfortable in our jobs and
with our co-workers that we overlook a simple common courtesy or social blend and
business interaction within the confines of the environment much too freely.

It is always a mistake to forget where you are when you are at work. There is a time for
fun, but by the same token, it is much better to err on the side of caution and be careful
with the actions and words you use to express yourself. Below are some guidelines in
presenting yourself at work as well as projecting a professional image:

 Be Sensitive to Space Issues
Space issues can arise with co-workers who have an open door policy. If a co-
worker is in another co-worker’s office talking with him or her, another co-
worker should not just walk in, open-door policy or not. Even if you feel your
issue is exciting or of great importance, have some consideration and wait
outside the office until the co-worker is free. If it is urgent, knock and ask
permission before interrupting.

Cubicles should be treated as an office, offering the same respect for a co-
worker. Just because there are no doors to close does not mean you can
interrupt a co-worker without permission. It is always a good idea to knock on
the wall nearby to alert a co-worker of your arrival. Follow the same guidelines
as above when others are already in a cubicle.

 Hygiene/ Strong Cologne, Deodorants, etc.
Many are allergic to colognes, perfumes and even certain deodorants, which is
problematic in open work spaces. And of those not allergic, many are simply

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