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If you have changed any of your personal details recently,
then please inform us. Changes we need to be informed of
include;
change of address;
change of surname;
change of death benefit nominee;
change of OUC;
change of grade.
The
chances are that you have informed your employer, but they do NOT
pass that on to us.
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No. 212/08 |
Ref EX5 |
Date:
17 March 2008 |
POOR ATTENDANCE (PPA)
Warnings for sick absences are becoming more commonplace.
Members need to be aware that the trigger for the process is now 1 or more
absences totalling 10 days.
In the event that a member is called to an interview over their
attendance record, for which the member must be given five days notice, then it
is advisable that the Branch Officers are contacted. Members are entitled to be
accompanied by a "friend" at such an interview and it is recommended that you
avail yourself of that right by asking for a union rep to be present. Early
notification to the Branch Office is essential to ensure someone is available.
Members should not accept initial or formal warnings on
attendance outside of a proper formal interview. i.e. it is not acceptable to
have a warning delivered at a 1:1 consultation. Any attempts to deliver warnings
in this manner MUST be reported to the Branch.
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on Long Term sick absence. |
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Any member that is unfortunate to find
themselves on long term sick absence, should contact the branch office and
inform us of their predicament. There are a number of ways in which the
union may be able to help. Any information passed on to us is treated in
confidence.
This action is becoming critical in respect of some
groups, especially where a lengthy absence followed by an expected
rehabilitation period is probable. There a number of pitfalls that members
can be advised of and guidance will be given on how to avoid them. This is
extremely important as it may lead to ‘Retirement on the grounds of
efficiency’, which may not be a welcome retirement for you.
If your absence is as a result of an accident,
either at work or off duty, then the union may be able to offer a number of
services to enable some form of redress to be made. Whether that is a claim
against a third party or claiming via the Employer’s Personal Accident
Insurance Scheme (P.A.I.S.). Remember, unlike some of the services being
advertised in the media, we do not seek any payment when the claim is
successful.
It could well be in your interest to contact the
Branch Office. |
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Had an accident in work or off
duty? |
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Remember if it is an on-duty accident,
you must report the matter to the Accident reporting duty (ARD) on 0800
671345 within 24 hours.
You should also contact the Branch Office (01633
231931) as soon as possible. Whether it is an on-duty or off-duty accident
we can help in the potential pursuit of claims. You will have seen the
companies that provide a service on a "no win no fee" basis. Our service is
based on a "win or no-win, no fee" basis. That's just one benefit of being
in the union. |
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Do you suffer from a work related
disabling condition? |
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Again, the Union, through it's solicitors
and medical specialists can assess whether a claim could be made. We can
also assist in the processing of that claim to enable you to get some
redress. Contact the Branch Office.(01633 231931) |
Stress Treatment and Returning to work after an accident.
If you are on Long Term Sick Absence, suffered from an
accident or from a work related disabling condition then the following page may
be of benefit to you. Click Here.
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