Hi everyone, I am Shruti Vandana, pursuing my MBA. I have a question and would like all of you to help me solve my query. I would like to know what actions can be taken if an employee is not wearing the uniform. Please reply.
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Shruti
From India, Jamshedpur
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3Looking forward to your responses.
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Shruti
From India, Jamshedpur
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hi shruti, firstly talk to emp ,if no sufficient reason give so cause notes Regards Rajvir 08146341111
From India, Chandigarh
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Uniform Policy and Compliance
Wearing a uniform during working hours is subject to the following:
1. There exists a uniform policy, and it is, inter alia, mentioned that 'wearing a uniform is mandatory' on all working days during working hours.
2. The uniform is provided by the company free of charge with a washing allowance.
3. Penalty clause in case of violation of the Uniform Policy.
Normally, the uniform policy is strictly followed in companies where blue-collar employees are engaged to create a feeling of similarity and belongingness, and people follow the policy without any hassle. However, white-collar employees, at times, deviate from the policy, and the Personnel/HR department issues verbal/written warnings and advises the concerned individuals to adhere to the policy. If the employees are adequately provided with a uniform by the company along with a washing allowance, I don't see any reason not to wear the same. In case of any deviation by anybody on any occasion, it will not be considered as misconduct. However, this varies from organization to organization according to its policy.
In the absence of any policy/free uniform, it is not mandatory for the employee to wear a uniform.
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From India, Jaipur
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Wearing a uniform during working hours is subject to the following:
1. There exists a uniform policy, and it is, inter alia, mentioned that 'wearing a uniform is mandatory' on all working days during working hours.
2. The uniform is provided by the company free of charge with a washing allowance.
3. Penalty clause in case of violation of the Uniform Policy.
Normally, the uniform policy is strictly followed in companies where blue-collar employees are engaged to create a feeling of similarity and belongingness, and people follow the policy without any hassle. However, white-collar employees, at times, deviate from the policy, and the Personnel/HR department issues verbal/written warnings and advises the concerned individuals to adhere to the policy. If the employees are adequately provided with a uniform by the company along with a washing allowance, I don't see any reason not to wear the same. In case of any deviation by anybody on any occasion, it will not be considered as misconduct. However, this varies from organization to organization according to its policy.
In the absence of any policy/free uniform, it is not mandatory for the employee to wear a uniform.
Thanks,
Regards
From India, Jaipur
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Hi, Please counsel the employee initially, if this does not work, give out a verbal warning, if this does not show improvement - provide a written warning.
From India, Madras
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Employees who think that not wearing uniforms does not attract any punishment and those who see many other employees who follow suit never adhere to such edicts. First, we must know the intention of the employee for not wearing the uniform. Companies that provide uniforms and do not insist on wearing the same generally do not compel this aspect nor punish them for non-compliance. There will not be any valid reason except the employee takes this issue so lightly. The employee should be called and cautioned if the organization is so concerned with this issue. In my 31 years of industrial experience, employees would give lame excuses for not wearing uniforms or PPEs but do not continue forever. We must talk to the employee.
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R. Ganesh
From India, Tiruppur
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R. Ganesh
From India, Tiruppur
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Handling Uniform Policy Violations
Not wearing a uniform, of course, is not a serious offense but an organizational discipline. So, the following lines of action are advised from time to time:
1. First and second-time counseling. Keep a note on record each time in the employee's personal file.
2. Third-time warning letter with a caution to take disciplinary action for any subsequent lapse on the part of the employee.
3. Issue a charge sheet for any subsequent offense on the part of the employee, treating the employee as an unamendable person despite counseling and warning.
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From India, Delhi
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Not wearing a uniform, of course, is not a serious offense but an organizational discipline. So, the following lines of action are advised from time to time:
1. First and second-time counseling. Keep a note on record each time in the employee's personal file.
2. Third-time warning letter with a caution to take disciplinary action for any subsequent lapse on the part of the employee.
3. Issue a charge sheet for any subsequent offense on the part of the employee, treating the employee as an unamendable person despite counseling and warning.
Regards
From India, Delhi
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Handling Employee Uniform Non-Compliance
It is necessary to see whether such an act (not wearing a uniform) has been done by the employee for the first time. If it is so, then you have to discuss it with him, and through discussion, only get the matter cleared.
If such an act is frequent, then you have to warn verbally. Then, proceed as per the procedure mentioned in most of the above ways by respective gentlemen.
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Prashant
From India, Pune
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It is necessary to see whether such an act (not wearing a uniform) has been done by the employee for the first time. If it is so, then you have to discuss it with him, and through discussion, only get the matter cleared.
If such an act is frequent, then you have to warn verbally. Then, proceed as per the procedure mentioned in most of the above ways by respective gentlemen.
Regards,
Prashant
From India, Pune
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First, you must set certain policies regarding the uniform and penalties. Afterward, you must address each employee regarding the importance of the uniform as per the company policy. Even if someone does not adhere to the policy and tries to violate the rules, you can put them on a warning stage and make them aware of the penalties, such as fines, that should be imposed for not being in uniform.
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Ashok
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From India, Ghaziabad
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Ashok
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From India, Ghaziabad
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Addressing Non-Compliance with Organizational Policies
If it is a policy in your organization and only a few employees are not following it, then HR can take action. Firstly, you can talk to them verbally or send an email regarding the issue and ask for a written justification unless it is not approved by the center or boss. If the justification is not valid, then have a face-to-face conversation with them to explain the importance of work ethics, discipline, and rules. If all your efforts seem to be in vain, you can issue them a notice as part of the corrective action plan.
I hope this helps!
Regards,
Reet Chhabra
From India, Bangalore
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If it is a policy in your organization and only a few employees are not following it, then HR can take action. Firstly, you can talk to them verbally or send an email regarding the issue and ask for a written justification unless it is not approved by the center or boss. If the justification is not valid, then have a face-to-face conversation with them to explain the importance of work ethics, discipline, and rules. If all your efforts seem to be in vain, you can issue them a notice as part of the corrective action plan.
I hope this helps!
Regards,
Reet Chhabra
From India, Bangalore
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Uniform Policy Enforcement in the Workplace
It is according to the policy of each company. In my company, I will not allow any employee, even the General Manager, to work without a uniform and shoes. We have a clause in our wage agreement, and it is mandatory for every employee to wear shoes and a uniform when they report for duty. In case of any injury to the leg/feet, the employee has to make a written request to HR, and depending on the severity of the injury, they may be allowed to work without shoes until it heals.
Believe it or not, I will send them home if they report for duty without a uniform. I will ensure they wear the uniform when they are on the shop floor.
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G.K. Manjunath, Manager-HR
From India, Bangalore
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It is according to the policy of each company. In my company, I will not allow any employee, even the General Manager, to work without a uniform and shoes. We have a clause in our wage agreement, and it is mandatory for every employee to wear shoes and a uniform when they report for duty. In case of any injury to the leg/feet, the employee has to make a written request to HR, and depending on the severity of the injury, they may be allowed to work without shoes until it heals.
Believe it or not, I will send them home if they report for duty without a uniform. I will ensure they wear the uniform when they are on the shop floor.
Regards,
G.K. Manjunath, Manager-HR
From India, Bangalore
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We are a manufacturing unit, and in our organization, wearing a uniform at the worker level is a must. Therefore, we do not allow employees to enter the premises if they are not in uniform, unless there is a specific reason to be considered by management.
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Poonam
From India, New Delhi
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Poonam
From India, New Delhi
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The Importance of Wearing a Uniform
Wearing a uniform is an ethic and not an act of indiscipline or misconduct. If the company provides uniforms and supplements them with a washing allowance, employees should ethically wear the uniform. The company should keep some uniforms ready in the time office. Anybody coming to work or the office without a uniform should be provided with one from the time office, and a reasonable charge should be deducted from the employee. This will teach them that the company expects professionalism, and any lapses come with consequences.
From India, Chandigarh
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Wearing a uniform is an ethic and not an act of indiscipline or misconduct. If the company provides uniforms and supplements them with a washing allowance, employees should ethically wear the uniform. The company should keep some uniforms ready in the time office. Anybody coming to work or the office without a uniform should be provided with one from the time office, and a reasonable charge should be deducted from the employee. This will teach them that the company expects professionalism, and any lapses come with consequences.
From India, Chandigarh
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The Importance of Wearing a Uniform
Wearing a neat, clean, and well-pressed uniform will have a positive impact on the organization. If a person is forced to wear a uniform, you cannot expect them to maintain the decorum associated with it. Only when an employee feels pride in wearing the uniform can they maintain it well. You can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink. I believe you understand what I am trying to convey.
With warm regards,
S. Bhaskar
From India, Kumbakonam
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Wearing a neat, clean, and well-pressed uniform will have a positive impact on the organization. If a person is forced to wear a uniform, you cannot expect them to maintain the decorum associated with it. Only when an employee feels pride in wearing the uniform can they maintain it well. You can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink. I believe you understand what I am trying to convey.
With warm regards,
S. Bhaskar
From India, Kumbakonam
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dear shruti, firstly u need to ask him why he doing such a thing. if he aging break the rule than u can give him show cause notice. and after that u can take disciplinary action against him.
From India, Bhopal
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I am not very far from the opinion provided by KSGopal. Just to add, before you discipline any employee or regard any act or conduct as wrong, one must ask oneself whether the act or conduct is illegal according to the laws, regulations, or policies and procedures of the company, country, or any institution.
From Uganda, Kampala
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