Hach Company pledges itself to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, sex, color, age, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, sexual or gender orientation, marital status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, pregnancy, and any other protected characteristic. This policy extends into all areas of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, compensation and training.

All employees are encouraged to apply for available positions for which they feel qualified. There is not a position deemed male or female by tradition. Selection for positions will be on the basis of training, ability,
and competency.

The Company will act affirmatively regarding the above mentioned policy and will review quarterly the areas of employment, communications, and human resource practices to assure that the goals of our various action programs are met. Career counseling and informal training are available to all employees, especially those individuals whose potential has not yet been fully developed. Where possible, we will coordinate all of our efforts with other organizations, both public and private, to develop a total community coalition in meeting these goals.