Workplace and Environment

Final performance warning for first incompetenceWhere you've held a formal performance meeting, if the employee's poor performance is sufficiently serious, you may be able to go straight to issuing them with a final performance warning.Appropriate acti... Read more

Response to antenatal appointment companion requestEligible employees have the statutory right to take time off work to accompany a pregnant woman to up to two antenatal appointments. Where an employee has submitted a request for time off, use our le... Read more

Secondary employment consent letterWhere an employee seeks your written permission for them to undertake secondary employment, use our letter where you're willing to grant consent for that second job.Contractual clauseOur Outside Business Interests Cl... Read more

Time off for gender reassignment surgery letterWhere an employee requests time off work in order to undergo gender reassignment surgery, you can use our letter to approve their absence.Gender reassignmentGender reassignment is the process of permanen... Read more

Suspension letterIn cases of gross or very serious misconduct where there are no alternatives, you should give careful consideration to suspending the employee for a brief period during your disciplinary investigation and pending a formal discipl... Read more

Safety briefing - hand hazard awarenessThis briefing addresses the key hazards, risks and control measures needed to encourage employees to looks after their hands in the workplace.Hazards and risksThe briefing identifies the hazards and risks includ... Read more

Contractor advisory letterUse this letter to inform contractors of health and safety matters that could impact safety. It should be used in conjunction with your contractor management tools.Why use this letter?Our Contractor Advisory Letter has been ... Read more

Dock loading bay inspection checklistInspect your dock loading bay regularly for signs of damage and defects and use the opportunity to ensure that the surrounding areas are well maintained and safety protocols are being followed. Use our checklist t... Read more

Waste water management policy and procedureThe increasing use of chemicals and pollutants, coupled with the rapid urbanisation of large parts of the country, means that the pollution and contamination of our natural water resources is occurring on a ... Read more