Global Communications Group Inc. Employee Handbook
GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS GROUP,INC.
EMPLOYEE MANUAL
Global Communications Group, Inc.
INTRODUCTION
This Employee Manual has been designed with your specific needs in mind so that your employment with our firm is satisfying and rewarding.
We are ready, willing and able to assist in solving any work related situations you might encounter.
Provisions of this Manual are subject to review and revision as warranted by changing conditions. They apply to all staff members of this firm.
You are being given your own copy of this Manual.
As a staff member, you are expected to abide by the rules and regulations, as stated in this Manual.
Upon reading it you must sign and return the Acknowledgement forms, keeping one and returning one to be kept in your personnel file.
This Manual does not in any way constitute and should not be construed as a contract of employment between Global and staff member or a promise of employment. Since employment with Global is voluntarily entered into, you are free to resign at any time. Similarly, Global may terminate its employment relationship with you at any time.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS----------- Page
CODE OF CONDUCT.......................... 6
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS ....................... 8
Equal Employment Opportunity................. 8
Personnel/Human Relations.................. 8
Personnel Records............................ 9
Change of Status............................. 9
Licenses..................................... 10
Performance Review/Evaluation................ 10
Performance Appreciation Form................ 11
Performance Counseling....................... 11
EMPLOYEE, NEW AND ONGOING ........................ 11
Orientation.................................. 11
Probationary Period.......................... 11
Global Employee, New Position................ 13
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION......................... 13
Exempt Employee.............................. 13
Permanent Full-Time Employee................. 13
Regular Part-Time Employee................... 14
Temporary/"As Needed" Employees.............. 14
Transfer to Regular Part or Permanent Full Time 15
High Work Production......................... 15
Low Work Production.................. 15 (ii
Reduction in Work Force...................... 16
Resignations................................. 16
Termination - Two Types...................... 16
HOURS OF WORK..................................... 17
Schedules.............................. 17
Meals........................................ 17
Break Time/Rest Period.................. 18
Smoking...................................... 18
WAGE AND SALARY POLICIES ......................... 18
Competitive Pay.............................. 18
Pay Periods.................................. 19
Time Recording............................ 19
Payroll Deductions......................... 19
Overtime..................................... 19
Wage Increases............................... 20
Advance in Pay............................... 20
Termination Pay.............................. 20
EMPLOYEE PAID/UNPAID TIME OFF
Holidays...................................... 20
Vacation...................................... 21
Sick Time..................................... 21
Sick Time for Illness/Leave................... 21
HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY.......................... 22 (iii)
IMMEDIATE RESPONSE HEALTH AND SAFETY CONCERNS..... 24
Threatening Situations....................... 24
Accidents.................................... 24
Fire/Disaster Safety......................... 24
Dangerous/Hazardous Work Tools............... 25
Situations of Concern........................ 25
GENERAL PERFORMANCE POLICY........................ 26
Note about Disciplinary Action............... 26
Supervisor/Manager Job Performance........... 26
Employee Job Performance..................... 26
Alcohol, Drugs and Other Substance Abuse..... 27
Alcohol Intoxication/Functioning Under Influence of Drugs..................................... 28
Animals, Wild and Domestic................... 28
Attendance and Lateness...................... 29
Company/Employee Vehicle, Use for Global..... 30
Confidential Information..................... 30
Conservation/Recycle......................... 31
Customer/Employee Incidents.................. 31
Customer Relations........................... 31
Employee Attitude - Positive................. 32
Employee Attitude - Willful/Disorderly....... 32
Endorsements/Signing Receipts/Purchases/Legal Documents.................................... 33
Gambling..................................... 33
Global Property, Borrowing................... 33 (iv)
Harassment................................... 34
Language..................................... 34
Maintenance and Repair....................... 35
Media Policy................................. 35
Merchandise Purchasing by Employees.......... 35
Performance Review........................... 35
Personal Appearance.......................... 36
Personnel Records............................ 36
Solicitation and Distribution................ 37
Statement of Non-Union Status................ 37
Suggestions.................................. 38
Time Card Sign In/Sign Out................... 38
Telephone Use................................ 38
Tips and Gifts............................... 39
Theft........................................ 39
Visitors, Non-Business....................... 39
Weapons/Fire Arms on Site.................... 39
PROBLEM RESOLUTION PROCEDURE...................... 40
CORRECTIVE ACTION PROCEDURE....................... 42
Note About Demotions.............................. 44
Performance Improvement Plan...................... 46
Acknowledgement................................... 47 (v)
CODE OF CONDUCTThis code has been designed to identify principles andstandards to be observed in the conduct of Global's businessand in its dealings with others. We believe, however, thatpersonal integrity is a quality which cannot be created orpreserved by written rules alone. The ethical conduct ofGlobal depends on the understanding and judgement of all ofits employees. We expect you to fulfill your responsibilityin such a way that your actions will reflect the ethicalstandards of Global.We also recognize that one strength of an organization is itsability to listen, respond and incorporate constructivedissent. If you are faced with a situation wherein yourstandards differ significantly from those of Global, you maydiscuss and resolve your concerns with any member of GlobalManagement without fear of reprisal.
As an employer, Global: . Pledges to treat you fairly and equitably and in full compliance with all State and Federal Laws. . Hires, transfers, and promotes based on Global standards and in keeping with State and Federal regulations, without regard to sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category of the employee. .
Administers policies, pay and benefits in a fair and consistent manner. . Encourages timely, candid and relevant exchange of information and open channels of communication. . Provides an atmosphere of understanding, cooperation and mutual trust while protecting your right to privacy.
As a participant in the marketplace, Global: . Will conduct all relations with customers, competitors, and suppliers in full compliance with and spirit of applicable laws. .
Will function in a manner that is exemplary in its honesty, good faith and fairness. (6)
As an employee, Global expects you: . To perform in a manner which is ethical and moral, and in compliance with all Federal and State laws, rules and regulations. .
To respect the rights of all individuals who work for Global, those who provide Global with services and supplies and Global's customers. . To protect Global property, equipment and supplies. . To safely use Global's devices, equipment and supplies. .
To agree not to disclose any "Confidential Information" for any purpose other than in the performance of the duties of your position. . To avoid conflicts of interest involving transactions, conduct or associations with Global employees, vendors or customers. . To perform your tasks in accordance with the principles outlined in this handbook.
. To be responsible for knowing the contents of this handbook and observing its policies and practices at all times. .
To understand that your actions may lead to the enforcement of the outlined consequences, when Global's policies and practices fail to be observed by you. . To understand that an employer's decision, based on the special circumstances presented, to not enforce a consequence in one situation is not an implication that the enforcement will not be taken in another situation. (7)
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDSEqual Employment OpportunityGlobal is firmly committed to the concept and practice ofEqual Opportunity Employment (E.O.E.). We administer allemployment practices based on individual experience,education and training. Global's employment practice is basedon hiring the best candidate for the job regardless of race,color, sex, religion, age, national origin or disability.
It is and shall continue to be our policy to providepromotion opportunities in a nondiscriminatory manner andbased on job-related qualifications and abilities.
Global will make reasonable accomodations for thedisabilities of any of its employees.
Global will entertain employing individuals with convictionrecords. A conviction is not made public knowledge unlessmade so by the convicted individual.We are all responsible for upholding this E.E.O. policy andcommitment. E.E.O. laws afford each one of us the chance tosucceed or fail based on individual merit.Personnel/Human RelationsWhen you are hired by Global, the first item on your agendais to meet with the Personnel Manager (or his/herrepresantative). While with him/her you will do thefollowing:1. Receive and review your "Terms of Employment" letter,seeking clarification of any questions you may have.Employment within any category/classification is not to beconsidered a contract for life employment. Employment atGlobal is considered to be the term in which you wish to beemployed by Gobal, you meet the standards established in thismanual, your performance exhibits continual maturity infunction and the service provided by your employment remainsnecessary to the fuction of Global.2.
Read the "Global Policy Manual". Then sign theverification form at the end of the Manual. This indicatesthat you have read the Manual, asked any needed questions,and understand the work guidelines for employees as set outin the Manual.
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3. Complete other required forms of Global's including (butnot limited to) Emergency Contact Form, Benefits IndicationForm, Confidentiality Agreement, etc.
4. Complete an Affirmative Action Status Form. Global is anapproved D.O.D./government contracter and from time to timebids on contracts. In this capacity Global is asked forinformation relating to protected employee categories (suchas race/gender/etc.)
Please indicate yourpermission for this on the Status Form.
5. Submit required documents for employee files e.g.identification, work permits, licenses...
6. Complete all State and Federal paperwork e.g.identification, status, taxes...All non-U.S. citizens must provide proof of eligibility towork as dictated in the I-9 Federal Form. Before anacceptable non-U.S. applicant can be allowed to begin work,required documentation must be provided and forms completedby Global.
NOTE: Inaccurate or falsified information on any form,including your application form, is grounds for immediatetermination.Personnel RecordsYour records are maintained by the Personnel Manager. Theserecords are confidential and remain the property of Global.A copy of these records will also be maintained at Global.A copy of your Social Security Card and/or other form ofidentification will be maintained in the file. Other recordsthat will go into your file include: Worker's Compensationrecords, information relating to medical conditions, I-9forms, confirmation documentation, significantgrievance/discipline files, exit interview and convictioninformation. A current or former employee has the right toinspect and copy information that is in his/her files.Change of StatusFor emergency and insurance purposes any change in yourstatus must be reported immediately. This includes (but isnot limited to) any change in your name, address, phonenumber, marital status, number of beneficiaries, number of
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dependents, emergency contact person etc. This information isof vital importance to your payroll and personnel records.It is your responsibility to see Personnel/Payroll to haveall the appropriate forms changed as any change occurs. It isalso your responsibility to notify the Social SecurityAdministration of any name change/correction.LicensesIf you are required to have a license or certification toperform your job, you are personally responsible for securingthe license, keeping it up-to-date and providing thePersonnel Department with a copy of your current license.Falsifying the status of your personal license is grounds fordismissal.Performance Review/EvaluationThe purpose of a performance review is to evaluate youroverall performance, to identify ways to further strengthenstrong areas of your performance and, as necessary to giveguidance in areas where performance needs improvement.specifically, employees are rated, from superior to poor, inseveral areas of job performance, as well as in employeeconduct.The Performance Evaluation will be completed by yourSupervisor, at the end of the 90 day introductory period, andyearly on your anniversary thereafter. Special circumstancesmay prompt a review in a shorter period of time. You aregiven consideration for pay increase, based in large part onthese evaluations.Your Supervisor's review will evaluate your continuingadaptation to your position, your maturation in yourperformance and any changes in same that have been requiredby changes in Global. Also reviewed is the quality of yourwork, your cooperation, your attitude towards your job(including customers and co-workers), and your attendance andpunctuality.At any evaluation/review, you will be given the opportunityto read the evaluation, discuss it with your supervisor,comment on it verbally and in writing and and establish goalsfor future performance. Then you will sign it. The signedevaluation will be added to your personnel file. (10)
Performance Appreciation FormWe appreciate any employee who extends him/herself to do justa little extra as he/she performs his/her job. Any employeemay complete a Performance Appreciation Form for any otheremployee and give it to the Management. The form then becomespart of the "appreciated" employee's permanent personnelfile.Performance CounselingDepending on the nature of these documents they aremaintained in your personnel files for a year or more. Theyare reviewed at each performance evaluation.
EMPLOYEE, NEW and ONGOINGOrientationAs a new staff member, you will be given an orientation toease your entry into Global. you will receive basicinformation needed to succeed in your responsibilities. Theorientation will be given by the site manager or his/herappointed representative.During orientation you will be shown around your worklocation, introduced to your co-workers and receive anexplanation of your position's duties and responsibilities.You will be informed of important work rules, procedures andrequirements. Follow up will be provided as required for theposition.Be aware that the type of work completed at the Telcom sitevaries with the work orders. Daily work requirements are alsoflexible in nature at the Global Business Center. In keepingwith Global's flexible image, your job description, workspace and work site are subject to change on short notice.Probationary PeriodThe probationary period is the greater of the first 90 daysof employment or the first 60 days of actual work. Nobenefits are available during the probationary period.The purpose of this period is for you to assess the positionand for Global to assess your ability to meet applicablestandards of work performance and behavior. During this time,
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the quality of your work, your cooperation, your attitudetoward the job, and your attendance and punctuality will beclosely observed by your supervisor.Constructive supervision and counseling will be providedthroughout your Probationary Period, in keeping withindividual goals set for your performance. You will receive aformal Performance Review at the end of the introductoryperiod. You will be given the opportunity to read theevaluation, discuss it with your supervisor, comment on itverbally and in writing and and establish goals for futureperformance. Then you will sign it. The signed evaluationwill be added to your personnel file.Employees who are under probation are subject to the sameprogressive disciplinary system (described later in thisManual) as any other employee.1) Probation Ends - Personnel receives a Review Form withrecommendation for your continued retention in the positionfor which you were on probation. Your employment status willchange accordingly. Benefits will be put in place asapplicable. Note: As previously stated this is not animplication of a lifetime commitment of employment.It should be noted that each employee, upon the ending ofhis/her probation, has a responsibility to contact Payroll toensure that Payroll is made aware of the employee's change instatus. The employee will ascertain that his/her necessaryforms are completed for the position change.2) Probation Continues - Personnel receives a Review Formindicating that, based on the verbal and/or writtencounseling provided to you over your probationary period,significant deficiencies still exist in your performance. TheReview further indicates that with further supervisorycounseling these deficiencies can be corrected.With this evaluation you will be offered an opportunity tocomplete an additional probation period, not to exceed 60days. The terms of the additional probation and an outline
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of the specific improvements expected will be indicated in anaddendum to your employment agreement. Your status will notchange during this period of time.3) Position Opportunity Terminates - Personnel receives aReview Form indicating that, despite previous verbal andwritten counseling, performance deficiencies have continued.Furthermore, these deficiencies are of such a nature that youare not considered suitable for this position and you arebeing terminated. If this decision is based on inability toperform assigned tasks, the employee will have the option ofa Voluntary Quit status.At any time during the Probationary period Global or you maydecide this position does not best suit your talents. Wheneither party reaches this decision, Global wishes you successin your future endeavors.Global Employee, New PositionIf you are already a full time Global employee and enter aprobationary period for another position, your benefits willcontinue. You will have a clear, written understanding ofyour previous position prior to entering probation for adifferent position. EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATIONEmployees are classified according to the followingcategories which will determine eligibility for benefitprograms.Exempt EmployeeThese individuals will function as defined in FederalStatutes and may include Global Management. An exemptemployee's services and compensation are as defined withinhis/her contract.Permanent Full-Time EmployeeA. 40 - hour Employee - An individual employed in a position,(as defined in his/her Letter of Employment) which requires40 or more hours of work each week, is considered a full-timeemployee and is entitled to full employee benefits, subjectto availability. These benefits will cease as of the date ofthe individual's termination from Global.B. 30 - 40 hour Employee - This employee is in a position,(as defined in his/her Letter of Employment) where he/she isneeded for scheduled hours which are over 30 and under 40. (13)Based on his her letter, this employee is eligible forbenefits on a co-pay basis. Global will pay 75% of its normalcontribution toward benefits for an agreed 30 to 34hours/week and 80% of its normal contribution toward benefitsfor an agreed 35 to 39 hours/week of full time employment.Actual hours worked may vary occasionally. The co-pay amountis not based on hours worked in any one week but on the hoursagreed upon in your Letter of Employment. If hours indicate achange in status should be considered, this should be broughtto the attention of the management by Payroll, theSupervisor, or the employee for assessment and possiblechange in the agreement.When a full-time employee becomes a part-time employee,he/she will sign a new letter of employment. His/her benefitswill cease on the day of cessation of his/her full-timeemployment.Regular Part-Time EmployeeA regular part-time employee is one who is regularlyscheduled to work less than 30 hours per week. This employeemay, from time to time, work more than 30 hours a week. Thistemporary augmentation of hours does not imply that theemployee is now a full-time employee.A regular part-time employee who wishes to be a full-timeemployee must apply for a full-time position. Global willmake the decision to augment an individual to full-timestatus based on the following evaluations: 1) There must be a pay slot opening for a full-timeposition. 2) The employee's qualifications will conform to thetotal of the job description. 3) The employee's previous performance reviews will havebeen positive.If the application is accepted, Global will transfer theemployee to a 90 day probationary status and will issue a newletter of employment. Upon completion of the designatedprobationary period, and a positive performance review theemployee will assume full-time status and full-time benefitswill ensue.Temporary/"As Needed" EmployeesFrom time to time an individual may be employed for aspecified period of time or until a certain task is (14)completed. This assignment may even require to work over 40hours for an extended period of time. This classification ofemployment agreement does not imply permanent employment inany capacity, and no benefits will be accrued.Transfer to Regular Part or Permanent Full TimeIf a "temporary" employee wishes to become a regular part-time or permanent full-time employee, he/she must apply forthe position.Global will make the decision to augment the employee basedon the following evaluations: 1) There must be a pay slot opening for the position. 2) The employee's qualifications will conform to thetotal of the job description. 3) The employee's previous performance reviews will havebeen positive.If the application is accepted, Global will transfer theemployee to a 90 day probationary status and will issue a newletter of employment. Upon completion of the designatedprobationary period, and a positive performance review, theemployee will assume the status and any benefits of the newposition.High Work ProductionDuring periods of high activity or emergency situations, youmay be asked to work extra hours or to stay past normalquitting time. You may be asked to work out of your normalarea and in any Global area where a need for high productionexists.Low Work ProductionIn periods of low work activity you may be asked to work lessthan your normally scheduled hours or to work in anotherGlobal location. If Global sees this situation has thepotential of occurring, it will attempt to give ttheemployees as much notice as possible.Your benefits will remain the same for an expected/notifiedshort duration. If the situation is expected to continue,employee adjustments may be required which may affect yourscheduled hours and/or your benefits. (15)Reduction in Work ForceGlobal reserves the right to temporarily or permanentlyreduce its work force due to economic fluctuations. If itbecomes necessary to permanently reduce the work force atGlobal, two weeks notice of termination will be granted eachstaff member affected by the reduction.ResignationsFor the continuity of working conditions at Global, it isdesired that members of staff give at least two (2) weeksnotice and members of management at least four (4) weeksnotice prior to resignation. Part of the resignationprocedure is to see the Personnel Manager for an exitinterview, and completion of necessary paperwork, includingcomputation of any remaining benefits. Payment for unusedbenefits is prorated for the portion of the year worked e.g.an employee working 6 months in his/her anniversary yearwould be entitled to unused vacation benefits for one half ofa year. Arrangements will also be made for delivery of anyGlobal property that is in your posession and receipt of yourfinal paycheck.Termination - Two Types1) Voluntary Quit - This determination is made when anemployee when an employee fails to work for reasonsincluding, but not limited to the following: i) prolonged or frequent notified absences inconsistentwith the requirements of the job ii) failure to report for work for two days withoutexplanation iii) failure to report about a medical status within 24hours of expected return date after an approved medical leaveof absence iv) actions when not working which prevent the employeefrom working for two scheduled days. (This DOES includeincarceration.).These employees may be considered for rehire. (16)2) Disciplinary - This determination is made when an employeefails to perform his/her job description, has multipledisciplinary warnings or his/her actions warrant immediatedisciplinary termination.These employees will not be considered for rehire.
HOURS OF WORK SchedulesThe total of weekly hours scheduled for an employee isdetermined by his/her Letter of Employment.1) An employee's hours of work are determined by the worklocation and the employee's job description.2) Management or the employee's Supervisor will schedule theemployee's hours, based on the needs of the area. These hourswill be posted and it is the responsibility of the employeeto know his/her schedule. If a schedule must be changed bymanagement, the employee will be notified.3) An employee is expected to report for work at thescheduled time.4) An employee is not to come to the job site early or lingerafter hours.5) An employee should not be at the job site during hours inwhich they are not scheduled, except for business purposes,e.g. as a customer or by appointment with aSupervisor/Manager.6) Scheduled hours will include the unpaid thirty minute mealperiod(s) which occur during the employee's assigned workhours. Meal periods will be assumed for each employeescheduled for over a five (5) hour period of time.MealsMeal time is considered a time when the employee is notworking and is out of his/her direct work environment. Thistime may be used for rest, personal business and, if needed,off site visitors. (17)1) Employees who work in excess of five (5) hours a day areentitled to one half (1/2) hour of unpaid time for meals. Thescheduling for this is done by the Supervisor.2) Any employee who leaves the site will clock out and clockback in. Length of absence for meals is determined by jobsite. If company errands are run during this period ofabsence, the meal time frame will still be deducted. Thedifference in time will be noted by his/her Supervisor.3) If an employee must continue with his/her duties whilehe/she is eating he/she will be paid for this time only whenhis/her time card has this situation reflected with aSupervisor's signature.4) Any employee with over eight (8) hours of scheduled workmay take two separate meal times. The time card shouldindicate the second mealtime.Break Time/ Rest PeriodFull and part-time employees of Global will be allocated apaid 10 minute break during any four (4) hours of scheduled,uninterrupted work. This period is to be away from your worksite and used to rest, snack or attend to personal business.The time is to be assigned/directed by your Supervisor.SmokingGlobal has adopted a no smoking policy on their premisesexcept for in the warehouse room. Any Global employee wishingto smoke must do so there or outside within his / her break /meal time. WAGE AND SALARY POLICIESCompetitive PayGlobal maintains competitive pay for all job classes. Allpositions are classified according to educational andtechnical requirements, accountability and responsibility.Salary ranges are established for each position. To maintainGlobal's competitive pay structure, salary practices andpolicies are reviewed and revised regularly. Periodic salaryrange adjustments may be necessary in order to maintain ourcompetitive wage system. (18)Pay PeriodsPay periods are semi-monthly. Your check will be given to youon the first (1st) and the fifteenth (15th) of every month,unless otherwise designated by the President. For yourprotection, your paycheck will not be given to another personunless he/she has written authorization, dated and signed bythe person whose name appears on the check.Time RecordingHourly employees are required to fill out a payroll time cardto accurately reflect their hours worked in a pay period.The time card is used by the Payroll Office to calculate theamount due on your paycheck.Always record your own time card at the beginning and end ofyour shift. Additionally, you are responsible for completionof any necessary forms to accompany the time card forbenefit pay. Time card entries must reflect your actual hoursworked and should not vary from your work schedule. At theend of each pay period, you must sign your time card.You may never record time in or out for another staff memberor allow another staff member to record time in or out foryou. If a time card must be corrected for any reason, theSupervisor/member of management must be contacted and advisedof the problem. Recording someone else's time card orfalsification of your time card will result in discipline upto and including termination.Payroll DeductionsOnly those deductions specifically required by law orauthorized in writing by you will be withheld from yourwages.OvertimeOvertime is defined as any time worked in excess of 40 hoursper week by hourly, non-exempt staff members. If you workovertime you will be paid at one and one half (1-1/2) timesyour regular rate of pay for the overtime hours. Suchovertime must have management approval in advance of beingundertaken. Non-productive paid time (paid time off,bereavement pay, etc.) does not count as hours worked for thepayment of overtime. (19)Wage IncreasesWage increases are dependent upon many factors, includingattendance, dependability, performance, productivity,initiative in improving skills, experience, cooperation andmarket factors. Any increase or other change in pay ratebecomes effective at the beginning of the next pay period.Advance In PayGlobal does not issue pay to its workers in advance of theregular pay period except in special, emergencycircumstances and only with management approval.Termination PayIf you terminate (or are terminated from) your employment,you will receive a final paycheck which represents paymentfor all hours worked in the last pay period and payment fortermination benefits -less amounts owed company.The final paycheck will normally be processed on the regularpayday and given to you at that time. EMPLOYEE PAID/UNPAID TIME OFFHolidaysGlobal is closed for the following holidays:New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial DayIndependence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving DayChristmas Day. A full-time employee who works 40 hours a week willreceive a full day's compensation. A less than 40-hour full-time employee will be compensated at his/her benefit proratedrate. Other employees will receive prorated holiday pay basedon their preceding 2 months average weekly hours, but not toexceed 40 hours a week. (20)Vacation 1st year - Employees receive no vacation time during firstyear of work.Beginning on the 1st anniversary of employment, Global grantsits 40-hour employees:10 paid vacation days, annually, in the 2nd through the 5thyear of work,15 paid vacation days, annually in the 6th and the 7th yearof work,20 paid vacation days, annually in the 8th and remainingyears of work.Vacation time for a full-time employee who works less than 40hours is prorated by the same percentage used to figurebenefits.Sick Time 1st Year Sick Pay - Global allows 3 days of sick pay to its40-hour employees, in their first year of work. This beginswhen the probationary period ends and lasts until theemployees first anniversary.2nd Year Sick Pay - Global allows 5 days of sick pay to its40-hour employees, in the second and remaining years of work.Sick Time for Illness/Leave1. Sick at Work - An employee who comes to work must be readyto perform at his/her normal level of work.An employee who comes to work sick, or becomes sick at work,and cannot work at his/her expected performance level, willbe asked to clock out. (21)If the employee requests a short break to see if he/she willrecover, this may be granted at the discretion of thesupervisor. The employee must be clocked out during thisperiod.HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICYGlobal is particularly aware of the importance of a safe andhealthy work environment. The safety of all of Global'semployees is the responsibility of each one of us. Our primeobjective is to ensure safe working conditions and preventinjuries due to accidents.If you become aware of a condition of potential danger,report it to the management. Safety is everyone's businessand it is important that you be safety conscious at alltimes.Health and safety guidelines for all Global employees includebut are not limited to :1) Advise your supervisor of any change in your healthcondition (including medications and pregnancy) which couldaffect your ability to effectively perform your job duties.2) Be cognizant of changes in habits/job performance,(communication, accuracy of completion of task, etc.) of co-workers.3) Report suspicions of alcohol or abusive drugs being usedon site.4) Know how to get help (911) and where the nearest emergencyteatment is located.5) Wear proper protection as appropriate for task e.g. eyegoggles, ear plugs, gloves, heavy shoes, boots, face masks,etc.6) Use proper body mechanics, to prevent sprains, strains andback injuries. If necessary, obtain assistance when movinganything.7) Wipe up spills immediately from any floor surface toprevent any slips and falls. Slow down and take short stepswhen forced to walk on wet, slippery surfaces.8) Pick up all foreign objects from the floor. Keep file anddesk drawers closed.9) Use ladder when reaching overhead. Do not climb on boxes,chairs or other substitutions. (22)10) Use equipment only if you have received proper training.Do not use equipment if it is found to be defective. Reportit to Supervisor.11) No "horseplay" - this is a cause of serious accidents.12) Stay alert; especially when walking through doorways andaround corners.13) Report any unsafe/unsanitary conditions promptly to themanagement.14) Keep aisles and office floors free of stock, boxes,tools, computer print-outs, extension cords, files, recordsand other materials.15) Know which exit you would use in case of fire.16) Observe OSHA/EPA/State regulations relating to chemicals,oil, batteries, fumes, equipment, tools etc. Whenusing chemicals, recap and store as directed, after use.Store/dispose of oily or paint soaked materials in metalcovered containers. Work in adequately ventilated areas.17) Daily, maintain your work area. Clean up the generalarea. Put away tools and dispose of trash before leaving forthe day.18) When using fire to dispose of yard/field trash, observecurrent County/State regulations and have Supervisor approvalfor the time that it will be burned. (23) IMMEDIATE RESPONSE HEALTH AND SAFETY CONCERNSNOTIFY THE PROPER AUTHORITIES AND MANAGEMENTThreatening Situations Call Gwinnett County - 911Global does not want any of its employees or customers to bein situations in which they feel they are or could bethreatened. If you are in one of these situations: 1) Medical Emergency 2) Fire 3) Illegal Posession of Weapons (e.g. by customer) 4) Physical Endangerment: physically threatened, verbally abused or harassed (e.g. by intoxicated customer) 5) Other potentially threatening situationsDial Gwinnett County 911 first! Then call management.AccidentsIf an individual is injured or involved in any accident, youshould give all assistance possible. If situation warrants,dial 911.Accidents with or without injuries, no matter how apparentlyminor, must be reported immediately to management. Anaccident report must be completed and signed by the PersonnelManager or another member of the management. When the reportis filled out it must be noted when the person's last tetanusshot was. Failure of an employee to report an accident in atimely manner may lead to the victim of the accident notreceiving proper coverage under worker's compensation.Fire/Disaster SafetyThe possibility of a fire or other disaster is always presentand is our greatest safety concern.Global is equipped with fire extinguishers. Familiarizeyourself with their use and locations. Also note the locationof your nearest fire exit and proper evacuating procedure.Do not tamper with fire safety equipment. (24)Dangerous/Hazardous Work ToolsPotentially dangerous work tools will not be left unattendedin work areas where customers can access them. They are to bereturned to their storage site as soon as they are notneeded. In addition, all OSHA safety precautions will befolowed when dealing with these tools.Situations of ConcernCertain situations should be reported to a Supervisor/Managerimmediately. If you are unsure about whether or not to reporta situation, report it!These situations include, but are not limited to: 1) Power Outages 2) Ceiling leaks or wet spots on carpeted floors 3) Signs of insect, rodent or other animal infestation 4) Difficulty with locks or missing keys 5) Items requiring immediate maintenance or repair 6) Serious employee disputes 7) Items missing, e.g. money, supplies, equipment 8) Accidents/injuries 9) Customer disputes 10) Change in property/land conditions, e.g. holes, water, standing water (25)ally. The co-pay amountis not based on hours worked in any one week but on the hoursagreed upon in your Letter of Employment. If hours indicate achange in status should be considered, this should be broughtto the attention of the management by Payroll, theSupervisor, or the employee for assessment and possib
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