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5.6 Uniforms and protective clothing Uniforms and/or protective clothing will be provided free by the Union where necessary, and must be worn at all times when on duty. This clothing must not be worn when off duty or lent to any other person and contravention of this rule will lead to dismissal. The clothing will remain the property of GSU, but it is the responsibility of the members of student staff to ensure that it is clean, ironed and presentable at all times. The arrangements for uniform will vary between departments, and you also may be required to wear appropriate personal clothing (for example dark trousers or skirts of a specified colour and standard). Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times whilst you are working. You may also be required to wear promotional clothing (e.g. T-shirts) linked to special events.
5.7 Telephones Telephones should not be used under any circumstances to make personal calls, both incoming and outgoing the Students’ Union, except in an emergency or if given direct permission by a member of permanent staff. There are public telephones situated on the ground floor of the Union Building. Mobiles must be switched off whilst you are working, unless you are awaiting an important call in which case you should inform your Line Manager at the start of your shift.
5.8 Staff Drinks and food
You should check with the Duty Manager what the rules are for your work section on food and drinks during or after work. Soft drinks will be provided at the Duty Manager’s discretion.
5.9 Alcohol Use of alcohol by employees must not impair the safe and efficient running of GSU. Staff are not permitted to drink whilst on duty. Staff should also take a responsible attitude to drinking at work, particularly at lunch and break times, or whilst on Students’ Union business. Intoxication at work due to excess alcohol, or drinking whilst on duty, will be regarded as a disciplinary matter.
5.10 No Smoking Policy
The Students’ Union operates a No Smoking Policy throughout the building except in the designated outdoor balcony areas in the Stretch bar .
5.11 Staff Transport The Union tries to provide transport home after late night work shifts. On event nights, this will normally be by taxi. The Duty Manager will arrange transport home if you feel it is necessary.
5.12 Environmental and Ethical Practices From time to time GSU will have in place policies and procedures that relate to environmental and ethical practices. You should ensure that you adhere to these in all aspects of your work and promote their use amongst your colleagues.
5.13 Bringing Personal Property/Belongings into work Personal belongings brought into the workplace remain your responsibility. GSU will not be liable for theft of personal belongings under any circumstances. You should be aware of opportunist thieves and if you feel it necessary to bring personal belongings into the workplace you are advised to ensure that they are put in a safe, secure place. We recommend that only insured personal belongings are brought into work. You should be aware that it is a requirement of our Health and Safety Policy that all electrical appliances are PAT (Portable Appliance Test) tested. You should therefore refrain from
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