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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

Important though it may be, community and environmental work would not be possible without production and safety.
Hatton excels at both. A rail-connected operation that sends the vast majority of its material to Louisiana, Hatton and its
crew are a picture of efficiency. In recent years, the team has continued to increase volume while lowering cost. The
group has additionally utilized technology to improve many of its practices, making the operation more productive and,
most importantly, safer.

Foreman Barbara Pollard, who will celebrate 25 years at Hatton this November, says the innovation that has occurred at
the quarry is impressive, but that the people are still the driving force behind the site’s success.

Pointing to the team’s reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic, she’s quick to note that the group’s collective ability and skill
are what enable the operation the thrive.

“At one point, we were short-handed because we had five or six people who were quarantined. Another operation may
not have been able to effectively handle that situation, but because safety is always such a priority here, we know that
every member of this team is cross-trained and can safely and properly operate three to six pieces of equipment,” Pollard
says. “That’s how we got through the worst of the pandemic. We worked together and we stayed safe.”

With the Diamond Elite trophy now firmly at home in Hatton, team members say they intend to do everything they can to
hold on to the honor for as long as possible. While giving a nod to the quarry’s Diamond Elite predecessor, Lemon
Springs, Hernandez says doing so will take continued focus on safety, stewardship, community and operational
excellence.

“Lemon Springs has already provided a great example for the entire company,” the plant manager says. “We had always believed
that you win this award once and then it moves on. When they pulled back-to-back Diamond Elite wins, they proved that it can be
done. Our people took notice of that, and you can bet that they’re going to do everything within their power to stay safe, give
back, care for our resources and crush as much rock as possible. If we have our way, this trophy isn’t going anywhere!”

Our Hatton Quarry

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