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We normally only supply references electronically or by hard copy. We will not
                   normally give references over the telephone. References, whether supplied or received
                   by us, are retained appropriately. When we dispose of them, we do so confidentially in
                   accordance with the current provisions of data protection legislation.


                   If you supply a personal reference for an individual, it must not imply, suggest or assert
                   that we provided it. Such references must deal only with your personal experience of
                   that individual. They must not refer to that person’s professional performance or any
                   aspect of their employment relationship with us. Such references must make clear that
                   they are supplied in a personal capacity and do not represent our views. You are
                   personally responsible for the content of such references.

                   CUSTOMER RELATIONS


                   The  company's   success  is  built  upon  its  relationship  with  its  customers.  You
                   should, therefore, be courteous and pleasant to customers at all times. Rudeness or
                   off-hand  treatment of customers will not be tolerated, however badly  the  customer
                   may  have  behaved.  If  the  relationship  between  yourself  and   a   customer  is
                   deteriorating you should immediately seek the help of your line manager.

                   CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS


                   The  following  policy  forms  an  essential part  of
                   your  contract of employment.

                   The company is committed to maintaining
                   healthy, safe and productive working conditions
                   for all employees. The company recognises the
                   impact that both drugs  and  alcohol may have, and as such, aims to ensure a
                   working environment free from the inappropriate use of substances where you are
                   able to carry out your duties in a safe and efficient manner. The company also
                   recognises that it has a duty to protect your colleagues, customers, suppliers and/or
                   members of the public from any potential danger posed by an employee under the
                   influence of alcohol or drugs.


                   The company requires that you attend your work free from any influence of alcohol
                   or drugs. Accordingly, the company adopts a zero tolerance policy to alcohol or drug
                   use, and the company’s disciplinary rules on these matters are outlined below:

                   a. Failure to adhere to this policy or reasonable suspicion of failing to adhere to this
                       policy may be grounds for disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.
                       Paramount in any disciplinary decision taken will be consideration of the health
                       and safety of you, your colleagues, customers, suppliers and/or members of the
                       public


                   b. For the purposes of this policy, company premises are regarded as the company’s
                       own premises, company vehicles, as well as customer, supplier and/or client sites


                   c. If you are found to be covering for a colleague who has failed to adhere or is
                       reasonably suspected to have failed to adhere to this policy, this may also be
                       grounds for disciplinary action up to and including dismissal
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