Operational Principlesand

Business Standards

Set forth the minimum standards by which Operations will operate and conduct business. These Operating Principles cover: supplier Selection Guidelines, set forth the minimum standards by which Ops expects all of its suppliers and contractors to operate and adhere.

There are common threads among all our departments; i.e commitment to safety; a commitment to running our departments honestly and ethically according to the principles outlined in the Good Manufacturing Practices with the objective of being a superior employer. And, we want tenant partners who share our same values and goals.

Business StandardsSupplier & Vendor Selection Guidelines

Business Standards

Operational Supplier Selection Principles Vendor Guidelines

Rationale

• Establish minimum standards by which to conducts business at all locations.

• Convey corporate values, goals and commitments to internal and external stakeholders.

• Limit vulnerability to criticism and embarrassment arising from business conduct.

• We will uphold all regulatory and compliance standards

Operations

Assumptions• COO will be accountable for implementation of Operational

Principles and Supplier and Vendor Guidelines, and for monitoring compliance of Business Standards for Ops function

• Internal monitoring initiative will be challenged and managed by an CFO audit group.

• All efforts will be made and ultimately be held accountable to correct out of compliance plans

Operations

Issues that might be addressed by Operational Principles

• Ethical Practices• Laws and Regulations• Environment• Community Relations• Corporate Contributions• Political Activity• Communications• Working Conditions and

Workplace Safety

• Employment and Employee Training and Development

• Employee Recognition, Empowerment and Treatment

• Hours of Work and Employment

• Compensation and Benefits

Business StandardsSupplier & Vendor Selection Guidelines

Planned Actions• Provide communication tools to al Ops management as needed to

ensure effective communication with all employees and effected departments .

• Annually review Operational Principles and Supplier Guidelines to ensure each item is current and responsive to ever-changing business demands

• Conduct periodic audits of owned Operations to ensure compliance.

• Report results of monitoring and compliance to CEO • Take necessary corrective action