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 HENRY SCHEIN GREEN PROGRAMS
REGARDING OUR GREEN PROGRAMS

Henry Schein has incorporated many “green” initiatives over the years and continues to
research alternative processes and materials on an ongoing basis. These initiatives are
underway at various Henry Schein locations around the world. If they are not happening
at your location, we hope this information will inspire you to look into the
initiatves that may be appropriate for your facility.

 Car Pooling – A car pooling site has been set up on TSX that allows
Team Schein Members to coordinate rides with other TSMs. We
encourage Team Schein Members to car pool where it meets their needs
and work schedules. Sharing rides is cost-effective, convenient, reduces
traffic congestion, and helps the environment. Team Schein Members can
post their information through the link:
tsx.henryschein.com/C9/C6/CarPool/default.aspx
 Green Certified Peroxide Cleaner is used for cleaning. This product is a peroxide-based
solution that is considered environmentally friendly.

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 Green Certified Carpet Cleaner is a product used in our facilities. It is an oxidizer
and is considered environmentally friendly.

 Green Certified Hand Soap is dispensed in a controlled amount via hands-free units
installed in some facilities.

 Paper Towels and Toilet Tissue made from 70% recycled material is used at
several facilities.

 Several facilities around the world recycle batteries.

 Fluorescent Lights Tubes that contain mercury are considered

regulated waste and cannot be land filled. Fluorescent light tubes are
now removed by an approved waste hauler.

 Motion Light Sensors are installed in some of our buildings to reduce

energy consumption.

 Cardboard and White Paper is source separated and taken away

for recycling at many facilities, thus reducing our waste-removal costs.
At our Corporate Headquarters in Melville, New York, we have recycled
a total of 102 tons of paper and cardboard since January 2007.
 “Imprim’vert” Method – In France and some other European countries only
printing companies who follow the “Imprim’vert” method of printing are used.
This means they are using maximum care to reduce waste while using only
recyclable inks. This initiative fulfills requirements under the FSC
(Forest Stewardship Council is a nonprofit organization devoted to encouraging
the responsible management of the world’s forests.) and the PEFC (A Program for
the Endorsement of Forest Certification, an independent, nonprofit, nongovernmental
organization that promotes sustainable forests through independent, third-party
certification in European countries.)

 Toner Cartridge Recycling – We recycle toner cartridges in many facilities

around the world. According to Office Depot, each remanufactured toner
cartridge “keeps approximately 2.5 pounds of metal and plastic out of
landfills…and conserves about a half gallon of oil.”

 Dedication to Recycling:
• Corrugated boxes used in Henry Schein Españas are made from
100% recycled products.

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• All ink cartridges and computer elements (screens, mouses, etc.) at many
locations are 100% recycled.
• Batteries from telephones are recycled.
• Corrugated boxes from deliveries and couriers are recycled daily.
• White paper is recycled.

 T-5 Fluorescent Bulbs – These bulbs are in use throughout our Corporate
East building and our Grapevine Distribution Center, to name a few, and are the
most energy efficient of the fluorescent bulbs on the market today, reducing
both electric consumption and carbon dioxide emmissions.

 Natural Gas Direct-Fired Absorbers and High-Efficiency Motors –

These improvements were recently added to the Corporate West building,
reducing electric loads by up to 15kW.

 Building Management System (BMS) – Both of our Corporate Campus

buildings are equipment with a BMS. This BMS controls all aspects of the physical
plant including nightly set back and weekend set back. When the buildings are
not occupied the physical plant is shut down to reduce energy consumption.

 Silver-Coated Roof – The roof of the Corporate West Building is silver

coated to help reflect summer heat loads.

 Catalog Production – We use recycled paper for some of the catalogs and
sales flyers produced by our Company worldwide.
  Computer Efficiency – Whenever possible, we cut the physical number of
servers and physical hardware through consolidation and virtualization.
Consolidation of physical units greatly affects the amount of power
consumed by the data center and can also represents lower-acquisition
costs. Further consolidation is planned for 2009.

Additional I.S. Initiatives Taking Place

• Storage is reduced by the use of SANS (Storage Area Network)

and hardware devices that consolidate storage space.

• Implemented energy-efficient hardware, such as multicore CPUs, reduce redundant

and external electronics and save on energy.

• Installed CPU performance-stepping technology dynamically adjusts the energy

that processors require in relationship to processor load.

• When possible, we purchase hardware that utilizes liquid cooling.

This can limit the amount of energy needed to remove heat from the data center.

• When applicable, we follow the hot aisle/cold aisle layout for arranging equipment
4 in the data center. This design lets cool air flow through the aisles to the servers'
front-air intake, and lets hot air flow from the back of servers to the AC-return ducts,
which require less energy for cooling.

• Whenever possible, we look for software or make application changes that are
multithreaded to take advantage of multicore-processor machines.

• The Company is working with other facilities on a project that

would remove clutter from below the floors and run the electric
above the equipment. This will free up space under the floor for
better air movement and cooling.

• We are also working with facilities to contain and seal the Data
Center from above the ceiling to create a closed air system that
will save on air conditioning by having better air flow and circulation.
Currently the air flow mixes with other areas outside of the Data Center perimeter.

 Distribution Center Efficiency – Many of our U.S. distribution centers have installed auto
faucets as well as auto lighting both indoors and out, including several distribution centers in
Canada and Europe. Many European, U.S., and Canadian facilities also purchase recycled
materials to pack and ship our orders, including their dunnage (packing material) and
corrugated boxes shipped to our customers. Where possible, much of this waste material
is recycled at each facility and is part of other recycling programs that include cans, pallets,
printer cartridges, and paper.
 Equipment Sales and Service Centers – Our 630 plus technicians currently
drive the Chevrolet Express 2500 with the 4.8 liter engine. This is rated the most 5
fuel-efficient cargo van in its class with an average advantage of 9% in MPG —
and produces 1.8 metric tons of greenhouse gas less than its closest competitor.
For model year 2009, we will be offering the option of a lighter service van with
a smaller engine which will reduce fuel consumption by 6% and greenhouse gas
per year of .8 metric tons per vehicle.

All furniture standards currently used in HSD sales and service centers reduce
environmental impact in the following ways:

• Contain recycled content—the standards are made from 20%–30%

recycled product.

• Recyclability—all standard furniture is greater than 83% recyclable.

• Certification for low chemical emissions—all furniture is certified by

the Scientific Certifications System (SCS), an independent international
recognized organization, to have low chemical emissions.
 PUT MORE “GREEN” IN YOUR WEEKLY PAY!
We are pleased to announce ADP iPayStatements, a benefit for most U.S.-based Team Schein
Members. Through ADP, our payroll provider, we are able to offer you access to your pay stubs
and W-2 forms 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. In addition, you can make changes to your
W-4. Simply type in your changes, print the form, sign it, and forward the completed form to
your Payroll Department for processing. Signing up for iPayStatements will provide you with
the opportunity to go paperless; and you will no longer receive a paper pay stub—how much
easier can going green get!
How to Register for ADP iPayStatements

1. Go to https://paystatements.adp.com

2. Click on “Register Now.”

3. Enter the Self Service Registration Pass Code:

HSchein-iPay

4. Select iPayStatements as the self-service product.

5. From your most recent pay stub, enter the following

information:

• Company Code
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• File Number

• Check/Advice Number

• Pay Date

• Social Security Number (this is not on your pay stub)

You will then be prompted to complete a registration process during which you will answer
a few security questions (these security questions will be used to verify your identity
if you ever forget your user ID or password) and select a password, which must contain
between 8 and 20 characters and have at least one alpha and one numeric character.
Once complete, you will be assigned a system-generated User ID.
Upon completing the registration process, you may access your pay statements at
paystatements.adp.com. (You may also opt to save the site in your “favorites.”)
We hope you will enjoy this new feature. We appreciate the opportunity to provide
you with this more effective way of viewing your pay information.
Please contact your Payroll or Human Resources Representative if you have any questions.
Enroll in Direct Deposit

Direct Deposit saves paper (eliminates checks and paper remittances), postage, gasoline
(no need to drive to your bank and stand on line to make deposits), and processing time
(faster access to your money). Additionally, Direct Deposit eliminates lost or delayed
checks. If you are away from the office, your money goes to your designated bank
account(s) while you are out.
Please visit TSX/Divisions and Departments/Finance/Financial
Operations North America/Payroll for Direct Deposit Enrollment Forms
from Payroll. Follow the same path and select Accounts Payable to obtain the
form to enroll in Direct Deposit for Expense Report Reimbursements.
This program is available to most U.S.-based locations.

Henry Schein Dental Trade Show Booth

Another prominent Company initiative with an environmental impact is the new
Henry Schein Dental trade show booth, which the Company unveiled in
February at the Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting. The new booth,
which includes dental products and services from 13 of the Company's
business groups, also incorporates several innovations that make
60 percent of the booth environmentally friendly. The booth uses as
much postconsumer content as possible, including furnishings made
of recycled materials, reusable floor coverings, and recycled or reused
crates for shipping. It includes low-voltage lighting to minimize energy
usage and contains recycling receptacles throughout the booth.
Henry Schein materials distributed during shows are printed on recycled
paper using soy-based ink, and the Company's trade show badge lanyards
are made of recycled soda bottles.
 TIPS FOR GOING GREEN
TIPS FOR GOING GREEN AT WORK
 Turn out the lights. Lighting eats up 44% of electricity used in office buildings. We'd
collectively save enormous amounts by turning out all those little desk lamps and overheads.

 Use Public Transportation or car pool whenever possible. Or just try to commit to this option
one day per week as part of your commute. Even one day can make a huge difference.

 Smart Printing – The average U.S. office worker goes through 10,000 sheets of copy paper
each year. Where appropriate, make it a habit to print on both sides of the paper or to
use the back side of old documents for faxes, scrap paper, or drafts. Avoid color printing
when unnecessary.

 Stop wasting office supplies. What's the point of having a job if you can't plaster your wall
with Post-Its, you ask? Think of it this way: it's about not being responsible for the felling of
1,000 trees. Recycle paper clips, file folders, etc.

 Go Paperless – Make it a habit to think before you print: could this be read or stored online
instead? Request to be removed from mailing lists for any unwanted catalogs, newsletters,
magazines, and junk mail. Make it a policy to post Team Schein Member manuals and similar
8 materials online, rather than distribute print copies. They’re easier to update that way too.

 Reports – When was the last time you took a hard look at all the reports you are receiving
each month, each week, or every day? Take the time to review your reports and see if you
still need or even look at the printed copies you are receiving.

 Maximize Computer Efficiency – Make it a habit to turn off your computer, and the power strip
it’s plugged into, when you leave for the day. Otherwise, you are still burning energy even if
you are not burning the midnight oil.

 Traveling – Make it a habit to take the train, bus, or subway where available instead of a
using a rental car when traveling on business trips. If you have to rent a car, some rental
agencies now offer hybrids and other high-mileage vehicles.

 Video Conferencing – Make it a point to use videoconferencing and other technological

solutions, whenever appropriate. This will reduce the amount of Team Schein Member travel.
 KILL-A-WATTS
ENERGY SAVINGS TIPS
TURN OFF
❂ Lights when you leave for lunch.
❂ Lights when you leave for the day.

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❂ Computer when you leave for the day.
❂ Your monitor when you leave for the day.
❂ If you have any radios or other electrical
items in your work area, turn them off or
unplug them at the end of the day.

We can all help to Kill-A-Watt!

 TIPS FOR GOING GREEN
TIPS FOR GOING GREEN AT HOME
 Ditch the Paper Towels! – Instead, pick up micro-fiber cloth towels to use all around
the house. Thousands of tiny little fibers literally grip and hold onto the dirt and bacteria.
The best part? They are machine-washable, so you can use them over and over again.
Just spray a surface with a non-toxic, all-purpose “green” cleaner and wipe away.

 Java Scrub – The next time you brew a cup of fresh coffee at home, don't toss the used
coffee grinds into the trash. First, spoon some warm grinds into your hands and mix it with
your favorite hand soap. Now scrub away. The grinds will exfoliate dead skin off your
hands and the soap will keep everything squeaky clean. Scatter the remaining grinds
around your evergreen shrubs and trees—it's an energizing fertilizer for your plants!

 Energy Saving Lighting – Artificial lighting accounts for 44% of the electricity used in
your home. Make it a habit to turn off the lights when you’re leaving any room for 15 minutes
or more and utilize natural light when you can. Make it a policy to buy Energy Star-rated light
bulbs and fixtures, which use at least 2/3 less energy than regular lighting. Install timers or
motion sensors to automatically shut off lights when they’re not needed.


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Recycle – Make it a habit to recycle everything you can in your home. Some local
governments already make some recycling mandatory. But what can you do if you want
to do more? You can recycle your old cell phones, PDAs, or pagers. Make it a policy to
place recycling bins in accessible areas around the home and have a family meeting to
discuss what you are all trying to accomplish.

 Traveling – Whenever possible, take the train, bus, or subway, when available,
instead of your car when traveling with your family or friends.

 Commuting – Consider some alternative ways of travel such as joining a car-sharing

service like Zipcar (http://www.zipcar.com) which is expanding to more cities around
the country. This is a great alternative to owning your own car.

 Healthy Homes – Use nontoxic cleaning products. Putting plants around your home will
absorb indoor pollution. When redecorating or remodeling, consider buying furniture,
carpeting, and paint that are free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and will not give
off toxic chemicals.

 Soy Candles – When burning candles around the house, choose clean-burning soy candles.
Traditional candles are paraffin-based, which is made from nonrenewable petroleum.
They also emit soot and smoke into the air, polluting your indoor air as well. Soy candles
are a much cleaner choice and made from—you guessed it—soy beans! They're easy to
find and the best part is they burn longer than paraffin candles, so you get more soothing
“scents for your cents.” One final tip: Try placing unlit soy candles in your sock drawer to
gently scent them.
 Dodge the Drafts – Keep the blustery cold air outdoors by stopping drafts at
windows and doors. Place a draft dodger—a long fabric tube—along the edges
where cold seeps inside to stop it in its tracks. For smaller windows, you can make
your own dodger. Just fill a large sock, such as an athletic sock, with pebbles then
tie a knot at the end.

 Be Sparing With the Paint – Doing some home improvement work this weekend?
When painting walls, make sure you buy just enough paint. Use the HGTV.com online
paint calculator to help determine the right amount for the job. Select the type of
surface you want to paint, the finish and dimensions of the room. This will help
prevent buying too much paint and cut down on waste.

 Put Your Computer to Sleep – Remove your computer’s screen saver.

When those flying toasters are activated on your screen, the computer is still
running on full power. Instead, put your computer in "sleep" or "standby" mode,
so the stroke of a key will wake up your PC right away.

 Recycle Your Cell Phone – Bring your old cell phones to a Call2Recycle box.
Call2Recycle is a nonprofit program from the Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation (RBRC) (www.rbrc.org/call2recycle). They will recycle your 11
phone for free into new metal products. You'll find these collection boxes in
stores like Radio Shack, Best Buy, and The Home Depot.

 Trap Your Trash – Did you know most trash strewn on the street isn't from
litterbugs, but from a gust of wind? Ill-fitting trash can lids (or overflowing cans
of debris) are the real culprit. Wind blows trash away or a wild animal may rip
open a plastic trash bag, causing trash to stray. The solution is simple: buy a trash
can with a tight-fitting lid. Also, don't toss debris into overflowing public trash cans.

 Make Donations – If you're trying to find a new home for a piece of furniture,
a bag of clothes, an old chandelier, or anything that's hard to recycle, give
www.FreeCycle.org a try. This free Web site connects people with things
to give away with people who need those things. It's organized by ZIP codes,
so it will put you into contact with groups in your community. No money can ever
exchange hands and everything has to be totally free.

 Reduce Consumption. Do you really need that new shirt? Clothing is the top
contributor to negative environmental impact of all consumer product purchases.
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