Our company is committed to equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status. All phases of the employment process include selection, promotion, compensation, training, disciplinary action, and termination are covered by this commitment to EEO. There is an expectation that employees, especially managers and supervisors, will act in such a manner, so as to fully support the commitment to equal employment opportunities.

The vice president of Human Resources and I, the CEO of Hill-Rom, have primary responsibility for enforcing both the letter and the spirit of these policies. However, individuals in our company's leadership positions are responsible for practicing objective and impartial employment decisions. Furthermore, all employees are expected to act in accordance with the letter and spirit of these policies.

Upon hire, Hill-Rom's employees are required to become familiar with our EEO policies. Questions or concerns regarding these policies or their implementation may be directed to any member of Hill-Rom's human resources department.