Accountable at Work
March 25, 2007
The connectedness that is an essential element of a Generation X worker’s life can become a distraction and liability on the job. We all know that unacceptable work behavior can be displayed by any generation as well. As mentioned in an earlier post about Work Ethic, we’re talking about very important basics like showing up on time, and showing up at all.
A simple system for holding workers accountable.
Change the contents of the contract to meet the needs of each workplace. Reducing or eliminating the number of warnings allows for a stricter accountability.
EMPLOYEE CONTRACT
Name:
Date:
I will focus on my job as my top priority when I am scheduled to work.
I will not allow anything to interfere with my job when I am on duty.
I will not socialize with friends beyond five minutes, listen to music on earphones, or play games during work shifts.
If all work has been done, I will straighten the work area or find other work that needs done. If I can’t find anything to do, I will check with a supervisor.
I will be on time when I am scheduled to work. My time sheet will reflect actual time worked.
Being ten to twenty minutes late will result in a warning in my record. Three warnings will result in a ticket in my record. Being late over twenty minutes without calling with an explanation is a violation and will result in a ticket in my record. *
If I am unable to come to work for an important reason, I will call my supervisor as soon as possible. If I need to change my schedule I will provide as much advance notice as possible.
Failing to call when unable to work is a violation and will result in a ticket in my record. Failing to come to work for an unimportant reason is a violation and will result in a ticket in my record.
Important reasons include: illness, school conflicts, death in the family, transportation difficulties, etc.
They do not include: haircuts, shopping, massages, etc.
I will dress appropriately for work. If I am not dressed appropriately I will be asked to go home and change. Not appropriate: low-cut tops or pants, short shorts or skirts, torn or dirty clothing.
Dressing inappropriately three times will result in a ticket in my record.
I understand that helping people comes first, and I will help all customers as soon as possible. I will treat all customers with politeness and respect. I will call a supervisor if I need help.
Failing to help customers promptly and politely will result in a warning in my record. Three warnings will result in a ticket in my record.
I will treat my coworkers with politeness and respect. I will complete tasks or special projects that are assigned to me by any supervisor.
Failure to complete assigned tasks in a reasonable time period will result in a warning in my record. Three warnings will result in a ticket in my record.
*I understand that any supervisor who sees a contract violation may issue a ticket. I will receive a copy and my direct supervisor will receive another copy. These will be a part of my record.
I understand that three ticket violations will result in a week suspension with no pay. Upon return there will be a month probation period.
I understand that four violations will result in the loss of employment.
Signature:
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