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Barnhardt Manufacturing Company

Environmental Policy Statement
Barnhardt Manufacturing Company is committed to protecting the environment as a part of its business practice. We will do so by adhering to the following principles:

Compliance
We will comply with all applicable laws, regulations and permits and will implement programs and procedures to assure compliance. We will proactively participate with local, state and federal agencies to assure an understanding not only of the requirements, but also the basis for the requirements.

Prevention
We will employ procedures and systems designed to prevent activities or conditions that pose threats to the environment. We will minimize risk and protect our employees and the community in which we operate.

Communication
We will communicate our commitment to environmental protection to our employees, suppliers and customers. We will ask their help in meeting our goals.

Continuous Improvement
We will continuously seek opportunities to improve our understanding and adherence to these principles.

Lewis B. Barnhardt
President
Barnhardt Manufacturing Company

November 10, 2004