3.8
We will try to respond to your request within 1 week of your request.
3.9
If your request is refused we will give you written reasons for the refusal. If you are not happy with the decision you may appeal the decision.
3.10
If your application is accepted the agreed arrangements will be recorded in writing and may be subject to a trial period.
3.11
Any terms on which it is agreed that you may work from home will include the following:
(a) We reserve the right to terminate the homeworking arrangements, subject to reasonable notice.
(b) You will be subject to the same performance measures, processes and objectives that would apply if you worked at our premises.
(c) If you receive an unsatisfactory grade in an appraisal or are subject to a verbal or written warning for any reason your homeworking arrangements may be terminated immediately and you will be expected to return to work at our premises. (d) Your line manager will remain responsible for supervising you, will regularly review your homeworking arrangements and take steps to address any perceived problems. They will also inform you of meetings or training sessions that you must be able to attend at our premises and ensure that you are kept up to date with circulars and information relevant to your work. (e) Working at or from home may affect your home and contents insurance policy. You must make any necessary arrangements with your insurers before commencing homeworking.
4.
WORKING AT HOME: EQUIPMENT
4.1
We will provide any equipment that we consider you reasonably require to work from home which will remain our property. We will make all necessary arrangements for and bear the cost of installing and removing equipment from your home. Where equipment is provided you must:
(a) use it only for the purposes for which we have provided it;
(b) take reasonable care of it and use it only in accordance with any operating instructions and our policies and procedures; and
(c) make it available for collection by us or on our behalf when requested to do so.
4.2
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have sufficient and appropriate equipment for working from home. We are not responsible for the provision, maintenance, replacement, or repair in the event of loss or damage to any personal equipment used by you when working for us.
4.3
We are not responsible for associated costs of you working from home including the costs of heating, lighting, electricity or telephone calls.
5.
WORKING AT HOME: DATA SECURITY AND CONFIDENTIALITY
5.1
All equipment and information must be kept securely. You should take all necessary steps to ensure that private and confidential material is kept secure at all times. Your line manager must be satisfied that all reasonable precautions are being taken to maintain confidentiality of material in accordance with our requirements.
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