CREA Employee Handbook (Updated 2026)

services organization; or other documentation or certification provided by a social worker, counselor, member of the clergy, shelter worker, health care professional, attorney, or other professional who has assisted you or your family member in dealing with the domestic or sexual violence.  For leave taken as described in bullet (4), a copy of the order of the public official or the determination by the health authority. Sick leave will run concurrently with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act and/or other leaves where permitted under state and federal law. Payment upon Termination You will not be paid for any unused sick leave when your employment ends. Transfers If you transfer to another division, entity, or location, you are entitled to all previously unused sick leave and may use it as described in this policy. Reinstatement of Sick Leave upon Rehire The Company will reinstate previously accrued, unused sick leave if you separate and are rehired in New Jersey within six months. Retaliation The Company will not retaliate against employees who request or take leave in accordance with this policy. Temporary Disability Insurance If you are unable to work for more than seven consecutive days due to a non-work-related illness or injury, or a pregnancy-related disability, you may be eligible for temporary disability insurance (TDI) benefits. TDI provides eligible employees with up to 26 weeks of partial wage replacement benefits in a year, as specified under the law. If you have questions regarding how your TDI benefits are funded or wish to file a claim for benefits, contact Human Resources department. You must file a claim for benefits within 30 days of becoming disabled. If you file a claim more than 30 days after the start of your disability, all or some benefits may be forfeited. For additional information on the CREA, LLC plan, contact the Human Resources department. Learn more about the New Jersey Temporary Disability Insurance law from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development website (https://www.nj.gov/labor/). Voting Leave If your work schedule prevents you from voting on Election Day, CREA, LLC will allow you a reasonable time off to vote. The time when you can go to vote will be at the discretion of your manager, consistent with

applicable legal requirements. Wage and Hour Policies Pay Period

CREA, LLC strives to provide a safe and healthy work environment and complies with all federal and state regulations regarding meal and rest periods. Check with your manager regarding procedures and schedules for rest and meal breaks. The Company requests that employees accurately observe and record meal and rest periods. If you know in advance that you may not be able to take your scheduled break or meal period, let your manager know; in addition, notify your manager as soon as possible if you were unable to or prohibited from taking a meal or rest period.

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