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used footwear

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tiggle
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Joined: 19 Feb 2010, 20:44
Gender: Female

used footwear

Post by tiggle »

Yesterday a member of staff,having ordered new footwear months ago refused to go on delivery on account of the condition his boots.This morning he was given a used pair of boots,which he refused to wear.A brief discussion between the managers took place and he was sent home and told they would call him tomorrow to let him know if he is suspended and what conduct he will face for refusing a direct instruction.We are already using filthy old elastic bands picked up off the floor,now second hand shoes.
daveyeff
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Joined: 12 Mar 2010, 19:38
Gender: Male

used footwear

Post by daveyeff »

can't make you wear someone else's used shoes. they could've had verrucas for all you know. h&s issue that.
Shaders
Posts: 218
Joined: 22 Jun 2010, 07:47
Gender: Male
Location: Oop North

used footwear

Post by Shaders »

Easy answer is to have a good reliable witness when management orders him to go out,
Oh dear I've slipped and hurt myself on these dangerous shoes you made me wear, or oh dear my wore out shoes slipped off the brake pedal .

They won't do it again.