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Violations - Violations of this policy may lead to disciplinary procedure, up to and including dismissal.

Exceptions - Employees seeking an exception from any of the above standards should speak with the
Chief Executive in advance.

2.17 FITNESS FOR WORK
Should you arrive in work and, in our opinion, you are not fit for work, we reserve the right to
exercise our duty of care if we believe that you may not be able to undertake your duties in a safe
manner or may pose a safety risk to others, and send you away for the remainder of the day without
pay and, dependent on the circumstances, you may be liable to disciplinary action.

2.18 EMPLOYMENT OFFER – NEW EMPLOYEES
Our offer has also been made on the basis of information you have given on your curriculum vitae
and during your interviews. If it subsequently transpires that any of this information is false or
misleading, the Company reserves the right to withdraw its offer or, if applicable, terminate your
employment

2.18.1 Conditions Precedent
It is a condition precedent of this offer of employment that the company receives satisfactory
references and evidence of your qualifications. The company will request references from previous
employers. These references must be on file prior to your commencing employment with the
company.

You may also be required to undergo a medical examination with the company’s doctor prior to an
offer of employment. Confirmation of appointment will be dependent on the doctor confirming you
are fit for employment.

2.19 Conducting Audits

Should your job responsibilities include carrying out audit activities of Customers as part of the
Company’s services (i.e. audit and certification services), such activities will be carried out in accordance
with the Company’s policies, procedures and Terms of References governing those services.

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