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Employees Refusing to Return to Work

Sarah

Hi all

Apologies if this has already been addressed. If so, I'd be most grateful if someone can point me in the right direction.

My company is planning to return to work (with limited personnel) during week commencing 11th or 18th May. In terms of communication to staff, I am mindful of the need for transparency regarding measures that will be put in place to adhere to social distancing rules, etc. (oh...I work in manufacturing and a majority of employees are in the factory).

Has anyone come across employees refusing to return to work when recalled and how this was dealt with. I know disciplinary would be a very last resort especially as we would have to take into consideration individual circumstances such as people shielding, childcare, etc.

Any thoughts on this would be very much appreciated.

Many thanks in advance

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  • Hi Sarah,
    Have they stated why they won't return back? Will there be changes made to assist with social distancing that you can provide them in the actions you are taking that would put their mind at rest.

    We are manufacturing and we have had employees working through this period, however very limited and only individuals that can't work from home. We had a few individuals that refused to come to work, however after discussions we were able to discuss the issues raised and come to solutions. All of which are working and have no issues now.

    Thanks
    Claire
  • in reply to Claire
    Thanks Claire
    At this stage, it's me preparing for possible eventualities. If I was a betting girl, I would bet on this coming up. But as you say, might not be a big issue after discussions. I think the key would be to be open to discussions.
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