Because our company has a strong regard for environmental protection, and safety concerns, we will conduct our activities in such a manner as to protect the physical environment, our employees, our customers and the general public. We will comply with environmental, stewardship, safety laws and regulations and will develop and implement programs to ensure compliance. We will be both responsible and responsive in our efforts related to environmental protection, and employee safety. When our company becomes aware of environmental and product safety risks not covered by existing laws or regulations, we will develop our own good faith standards and practices based on comprehensive and relevant scientific data. We will cooperate with the public, govidentifying environmental, and safety goals and in developing effective control programs. Each operating unit of the company is expected to be guided by this policy in forming plans, setting objectives and conducting their day-to-day activities: