Temporary Lay-Off Process

October 2, 2024

SNIJIB Working Rules (section 9 Guaranteed Week, 9.4, Temporary Lay-Off)

A temporary lay-off situation arises when there is a temporary reduction in work, and you are unable to provide your employee with work and this situation is expected to for a short period of time. This process is in place in order to avoid redundancies.

Before implementing the temporary lay-off process, can you think of alternative solutions for your employees? You could consider the following:

  • Providing alternative work which the employee is capable of undertaking either at the job, on the job or elsewhere within your organisation.
  • Discuss with the employee if he/she wishes to take annual leave

If you are proposing to temporary lay-off 20 or more employees, you must consult the appropriate representatives.

Should the temporary lay-off period cease to become temporary, you will then need to consider potential redundancies.

Should you require further information or advice on the Temporary Lay-Off process, please contact Linda Ferguson, Employment Services Manager at linda.ferguson@snipef.org.

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