KPC’s policy is to respect the beliefs and religious practices of people of all faiths. It is, therefore, the responsibility of each employee to honor and respect the right of others to practice their religious beliefs in dignity. Interference with these rights and freedoms will be considered a violation of the law and KPC policy and will be subject to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.

KPC intends to provide a work environment that is pleasant, healthy, comfortable and free from intimidation, hostility or other offensive behaviors toward employees, contractors, vendors or customers. Sexual harassment of any sort, including verbal, physical or visual, is strictly prohibited. The making of false accusations and defamatory statements, whether verbal or written, of such harassment is also strictly prohibited.

Any employee who engages in any act of harassment in the course of employment shall be subject to disciplinary action. If you believe that you may have been subjected to harassment, you should immediately report the occurrence to the Compliance Officer. All complaints will be treated in strict confidentiality and will be promptly investigated.

KPC endeavors to provide a safe, healthy, pleasant and supportive working environment for all its employees.

We will indemnify you and hold you harmless, whether you are a current or former employee, if, in the performance of your duties or acting at KPC’s request, you are made a party to any civil, criminal or administrative action brought against you and/or KPC. In such a situation, we will pay any costs or expenses reasonably incurred and any amounts paid to settle any action or judgment actually and reasonably incurred by you in connection with the investigation, defense or appeal of such proceedings, provided:

2. In the case of a criminal or administrative action or proceeding that is enforced by a monetary penalty, you had reasonable grounds for believing that your actions were lawful;

3. You promptly notify us of the initiation of such proceedings;

4. You positively participate in the defense;

5. You allow us to participate in your defense; and

6. You obtain our prior written approval before making any settlement in the proceedings.

KPC’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity in conformance with all applicable laws and regulations to individuals who are qualified to perform a particular job. We administer our personnel policies, programs and practices in a nondiscriminatory manner in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, work assignment, promotion, transfer, termination, benefits and salary administration and selection for training.

Our employees are valuable to the future of KPC and are KPC’s greatest assets. As such, all decisions that directly affect an employee’s employment status will be fair and equitable. This manifests itself in three ways:

1. Advancement will be on the basis of merit and performance. Clear criteria will be applied to candidates for vacant posts and the most capable will be promoted.

2. Development is an essential aspect for all KPC employees. KPC endeavors to provide an environment for improving your qualifications, abilities and skills compatible with your employment position and responsibilities, as well as KPC’s policies, rules, regulations and plans.

3. The Disciplinary Process will always be fair and equitable. If you are a party to a disciplinary review, you will have the opportunity to forward your case or grievance to the Personnel Department. You will be considered innocent of any alleged violation unless found otherwise.

At all times, you will be kept fully aware of your rights and options and will have access to an appeals process if found to be in violation. Disciplinary actions will be prescribed according to the disciplinary code of your relevant personnel policy. You are advised to refer to your personnel policy and to contact the Personnel Department for any additional information.

You are encouraged to offer your suggestions and ideas for improving our products and services, systems, policies and procedures.