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[netnet555]

where to i stand ( pardon the pun) I slipped in the snow on monday and broke my leg and ankle. proper rm boots worn

[doorstepped]

Firstly, a quick recovery I hope and don't come back to work until you are cleared by your doctor no matter how much your DIM ask's

you will probably get a stage warning for it ( even though it is not your fault ) and the investigation will take place and will photo where the accident happened and also your footwear and you will most probably be found partly culpable for the AOD.

I slipped last year on a green mossy pathway with Cat trainers on, and was found partly culpable even though the trainers were only 3 months old and had some wear on the sole.

[POSTMAN]

Report it as an industrial injury with the DWP,if you have been with RM for over a year you will then if it goes on that long get sick pay for up to a year at the full rate...
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[netnet555]

Im only contacted for 22 and a half hours a week . i make up the rest to full time on overtime. how will i manage?

[POSTMAN]

Im only contacted for 22 and a half hours a week . i make up the rest to full time on overtime. how will i manage?

Depending on your circumstance,you may be able to apply for ESA...

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With regards to a possible claim against RM,the council,or whoever,hopefuly others on here may be able to advise you,also if in the union get your rep and area rep on the case.

[TrueBlueTerrier]

and if you get really stuck financially ask the Rowland Hill fund for assistance http://www.rowlandhillfund.org/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;



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