RATING COMMITTEE CONDUCT

• All rating decisions will be based on committee decision making mechanism, utilizing a majority vote system. All Rating Committee (RC) decisions are considered unanimous and representative of the opinion of all RC members.

• Minimum size of the RC is defined at five (5) individuals. RC formation shall include one (1) executive member, two (2) independent members and two (2) technical partners.

• Minimum quorum for holding an RC is defined as three (3) individuals.