PAP.9.13.120 Computer Use Policy

The employer relies on its computer network to conduct its business to ensure that its team members, independent contractors, agents, and other computer users use its computer Resource properly.

(a) The rules and obligations described in this Policy apply to all users (the "Users") of the employer's computer network, wherever they may be located. Violations will be taken very seriously and may result in disciplinary action, including possible termination, civil and criminal liability.

(b) It is every team member's duty to use the employer's computer Resources responsibly, professionally, ethically, and lawfully.

(c) Definitions. The term Computer Resource refers to the Employer's entire computer network, including hardware and software.

(1) Computer Resources include, but are not limited to: host computers, file servers, application servers, communication servers, mail servers, fax servers, Web servers, work stations, stand-alone computers, laptops, software, data files, and all internal and external computer and communications networks (for example, Internet, commercial online service, value-added networks, e-mail systems) that may be accessed directly or indirectly from our computer network.

(2) "Users" refers to all team members, independent contractors, consultants, temporary workers, and other persons or entities that use the employer's Computer Resource.

(d) The Computer Resource are the property of the employer and may be only used for legitimate business purposes. Users are permitted access to the computer Resource to assist them in performance of their jobs. Use of the computer system is a privilege that may be revoked at any time.