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APPEARANCE

BUSINESS CASUAL GUIDELINES Here at NLC, we pursue high standards of excellence – in our training, our surroundings and our curriculum. In that same spirit, we ask that all employees set a benchmark level of professionalism in their workplace appearance and behavior. For appearance standards to be high, everyone employed by NLC (including temporary employees and independent contractors) should follow these guidelines, which are meant to clarify and be helpful to employee success. We hire adults with good judgment. That’s why we don’t engage in heavy handed policing of dress codes, unless it affects the impression you’re making with important customers – like students and employers. Clothing should be clean, pressed and in good condition. Name badges should be worn during tours or when guests are on campus. Every employee is encouraged to wear clothing that bears the NLC logo and dress in our primary color palette – maroon, gold, black, gray or white. This is so valued that we pay for uniforms for some positions, and provide the all others with an annual clothing allowance for items in the primary color palette.

SHIRTS: “Beach casual” clothing is not appropriate for the office. This includes items like T-shirts, sweatshirts, shirts with prominent lettering or logos (other than NLC), spaghetti straps or tank tops (unless worn under shirts or jackets). SLACKS/PANTS: Because so many employees are frequently in contact with the public, *jeans are not ideal and never worn on tour days or at times customers are present. Shorts and sweatpants are too casual for work and not acceptable at any time.

PIERCINGS, TATTOOS AND HAIR COLOR: NLC requests all employees use good judgement when it comes to piercings, tattoos, hats and hair color. We operate in a professional environment and request the following: • Do not wear hats (other than hard hats), • Cover easily visible tattoos • Avoid visible piercings (other than ears, unless it affects safety) • Avoid extreme hair color such as green, pink, orange, etc.

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*There may be times when jeans or more casual attire make sense.On these occasions,employees are still expected to present a professional appearance.

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