Employee Handbook v.2024.docx

CODAC in no way prohibits employees from engaging in activities that are protected under applicable state and federal laws, including but not limited to any activity that is protected under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act, which includes the right of employees to speak with others, engage in workplace debates and protest about their

terms and conditions of employment. REPORTING AND RESPONSE

Employees who are subject to, or witness, workplace bullying are encouraged to notify Human Resources or the Compliance & Ethics Hotline or (800) 401-8004 immediately. CODAC will promptly investigate the complaint. CODAC will maintain confidentiality to the extent possible, consistent with its commitment to investigating the complaint promptly and thoroughly. If the complaint is verified, CODAC will take appropriate remedial and disciplinary action, which may include, but is not limited to, verbal or written warnings, suspension, termination of employment, counseling and other actions. CODAC will also report to law enforcement, if appropriate. SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE (A.R.S. § 36-601.01) CODAC prohibits smoking or nicotine use in the workplace, including CODAC vehicles person, and in any area that is within 20 feet of an enclosed work area. Employees wishing to smoke must do so outside CODAC premises during scheduled work breaks. Employees that observe other individuals smoking in the workplace in violation of this policy have a right to object and should report the violation to their supervisor or another member of management. Employees will not be disciplined or retaliated against for reporting smoking that violates Arizona law or this policy. Employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. EMERGENCY EVACUATION In the event of a fire or hazardous material emergency, the emergency fire alarm system should be activated by pulling one of the fire alarms. The source of a potential fire or hazardous material emergency should NOT be investigated. Any employee who suspects an emergency should report it immediately. In any emergency, reporting is the first essential step to protecting oneself and others. When the emergency fire alarm system is activated, ALL employees and visitors are expected to evacuate the building by exiting in an orderly manner through the nearest exit. When exiting, employees should not use elevators and should descend stairwells in an orderly manner. After exiting, employees should report to the area away from the building exits designated as the meeting location unless determined to be unsafe or inaccessible. Once employees arrive at the designated area, they should immediately report to the designated safety representative and/or supervisor and remain at that location until accounted for and authorized to leave. No reentry to the building will be permitted until an official all-clear notification is given. Employees should review this policy and the evacuation procedures and notify their supervisor and Human Resources if they believe they might require an accommodation or assistance in order to comply with these procedures in the event of an emergency.

Employee Handbook v. 06.2024

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