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Change of Details

Poor Attendance (PPA)

Long Term Sick Absence

Accident On or Off Duty

Work Related Disablement

Stress Treatment and Returning to work after an accident.

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. Additionally we are asking members to supply us with their private email addresses and personal mobile phone numbers so that we have alternative means of contact.

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POOR ATTENDANCE (PPA)

Warnings for sick absences are becoming more commonplace. Members need to be aware that the trigger for the process is now based on a formula known as the Bradford Factor.

The Bradford Factor is a technique used to assess the severity and duration of absence in a single measure. It is re-calculated by the BTPS following every period of absence and takes into account every absence in a rolling 12 month period.

The calculation is:
No. of Spells x No. of Spells x Total Duration = Bradford Factor

i.e. 3 absences totalling 7 days = 3 x 3 x 7 = 63

4 absences totalling 7 days = 4 x 4 x 7 = 112

If a Bradford factor reaches 100 this trigger’s an e-mail to the line manager, inviting them to consider what action may be appropriate given the attendance history, usually this will be the first step on the attendance procedure as an initial formal warning.

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.

Members on Long Term sick absence.
	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.
Had an accident in work or off duty?
	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.
Do you suffer from a work related disabling condition?
	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.