o Dinner up to $35. Employees can claim mileage reimbursement for business related travel in excess of their normal commute per federal guidelines, which are subject to change. All expenses must be submitted through Paylocity within 90 days of incurred expense; approved expenses will be paid on their regular paycheck tax-free. Employees who are required to have/use a cell phone to perform their LHD job specific functions, and are not provided one by the company, will be reimbursed. The amount of the reimbursement is subject to change and will be determined by Human Resources and in accordance with IRS regulations. Office Communication Guidelines The Office Communication Guidelines are designed to ensure efficient, professional, and respectful use of the various communication tools within our office. In our organization, we uphold a communication guideline that emphasizes etiquette and professionalism across all channels. This requires employees to use clear, concise, and respectful language in all forms of communication, whether it be email, internal messaging platforms, phone calls, or in-person interactions. Overall, we aim to foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and professionalism, ensuring that our communication practices contribute positively to our work environment and uphold the high standards of our organization. For specifics on permitted usage of company internet and equipment, please refer to the Acceptable Use Policy. Social Media Policy At LHD, we understand that social media can be a fun and rewarding way to share your life and opinions with family, friends and co-workers. The use of social media also presents certain risks and carries with it certain responsibilities. To assist you in making responsible decisions about your use of social media, we have established these guidelines for appropriate use of social media. Carefully read these guidelines and ensure your postings are consistent with the policies. Inappropriate postings that may include discriminatory remarks, harassment, and threats of violence or similar inappropriate or unlawful conduct will not be tolerated and may subject you to disciplinary action up to and including termination. We advise our employees to: Ensure others know that your personal account or statements don’t represent our company. You shouldn’t state or imply that your personal opinions and content are authorized or endorsed by our company. We advise using a disclaimer such as “opinions are my own” to avoid misunderstandings. Avoid sharing intellectual property like trademarks on a personal account without approval. Confidentiality policies and laws always apply. Avoid any defamatory, offensive or derogatory content. It may be considered as a violation of our company’s anti-harassment policy, if directed towards colleagues, clients or partners. BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS | 12
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