Are termination procedures defined clearly with attention to advance notice, severance pay, and placement services?
• Have you been trained in recognizing potentially violent employees? Signs of stress that could turn into violence include depression, frequent absences, talking in a louder than normal voice, being startled easily, increased irritability and impatience, and concentration and memory problems. • Are you encouraged to report unusual or worrisome behavior? Do you feel comfortable expressing your concerns to a supervisor about a co-worker? Do you know who to report problems to? Do they take your concerns serious or do they brush it off? • Do you have a pre-determined code word to use when you need immediate assistance from a supervisor or someone nearby? • Is there a clear, written policy that spells out procedures in cases of violence and sanctions for violators? Avoid Common Trouble Spots Stairwells and isolated corridors – Don’t go in these areas alone. Talk to someone about increased lighting in poorly lit areas. If you must use these areas, go with someone. Pay attention to shadows,
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- A long-term, but part-time, employee was permanently laid off with two weeks’ notice and received severance pay as per our policy. If he receives unemployment benefits, will the company be charged back for all of his benefits, or else receive a "break" for the amount of severance paid?
- Can the employee sue the employer for wrongful dismissal as well as file a claim for termination pay and severance pay?
- Are termination procedures defined clearly with attention to advance notice, severance pay, and placement services?
