Items such as cell phones and other modern electronic devices are a common tool that allows us to have instant communication. They make our lives easier and more enjoyable when used appropriately; however, when used at the wrong time and in the wrong manner they can become a hazardous distraction that can cause serious injury.
Effective immediately, items such as but not limited to cell phones, iPads, listening devices with EarPods/headphones, and other similar items are prohibited from use in the areas listed below, except by those who have been assigned company cell phones or other company-issued devices. Those with assigned devices may use them in the listed areas for work-related purposes only. These devices are prohibited in the following areas:
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse Operations, including Forklift Operations
- Maintenance
- Repack
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- Shipping and Receiving
- Quality Assurance (all areas)
- Samples
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— It is prohibited to use electronic devices while operating forklifts, man lifts, or other industrial machinery.
Administration: The use of earbuds/EarPods and/or headphones is highly discouraged except when used for business purposes such as conference calls, webinars, online training, online meetings, etc. Please limit personal texting and phone calls during work hours. Phone conversations must never include language that is obscene, discriminatory, offensive, or defamatory in any way (including jokes, slurs, and vulgarities).
Sales: The use of cell phones and other hand-held electronic devices interferes with safe driving. Although vehicles are equipped with Bluetooth and hands-free equipment, it is highly encouraged to pull over and stop at a safe location to dial, text, receive, or converse on the cell phone.
For manufacturing and warehouse areas, personal phone calls of a non-emergency nature are allowed during break or lunch periods or at the direction of your supervisor as deemed appropriate at the time. For a known emergency, please inform a supervisor.
Devices are not to be kept in your possession while in these prohibited areas. You may keep your devices in your lockers. You are responsible for requesting a locker if one has not been assigned to you.
Employees using a prohibited device in any of the prohibited areas listed are subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Handgards is not responsible for the loss or damage of any personal device.