Discrimination and Harassment
Greenbrier is firmly committed to the principles of equality of opportunity as it relates to employment and human resources. Greenbrier will offer employment, training, compensation and advancement on the basis of qualification and merit, regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression. Greenbrier will extend the same considerations to qualified disabled persons, consistent with the individual’s abilities to perform job duties safely and efficiently.
Business relationships with competitors, suppliers and customers of Greenbrier must be conducted in such a manner as to avoid discrimination based on race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, gender identity or gender expression. Harassment in general, and with respect to a legally protected status in particular, is specifically prohibited by a separate policy on harassment.
Adherence to this policy of non-discrimination is the responsibility of Greenbrier and all of its officers, directors, employees, agents and representatives and may require special affirmative action by all levels of executive, managerial and supervisory personnel.
Safety and the Environment
Safe operation of all Greenbrier activities is a must. We all have a responsibility to ensure that operations of the Company are conducted safely. Employees are expected to observe established safety rules and practices and to follow instructions regarding safe and efficient performance of their work. Employees are encouraged to bring to the attention of supervisors or management any unsafe work practice, activity or condition.
Greenbrier is committed to operating its facilities in an environmentally sensitive and responsible manner. Detailed policies dealing with environmental practices have been adopted and will be continuously followed and enforced.
Substance Abuse
Greenbrier’s policy on substance abuse has been established to help maintain a safe and productive work environment.
Use of alcoholic beverages during business hours, including lunches and break periods is discouraged. Possession or use of alcoholic beverages on Greenbrier premises, except for authorized circumstances, is prohibited. Possession, use, purchase, or sale of illegal drugs in a Greenbrier facility is strictly prohibited.
Reporting for work, or performing one’s job assignments, under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances is cause for immediate disciplinary action.
Greenbrier will take reasonable steps to minimize intrusion into personal privacy in enforcing this policy. While opportunities for treatment and education will be important aspects of our substance abuse program, employees who violate this policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, which may include termination of employment.
Administration, Reporting and Compliance
Administration. This Code of Conduct has been adopted by the Board of Directors of The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. and applies to Greenbrier and all of its subsidiaries. All officers and supervisory employees of the Company are charged with regular administration and enforcement of the policies and practices set forth in this Code. Final authority for administration of this Code rests with the Chief Executive Officer of Greenbrier and the Board of Directors. Any waiver of any