Employee Information
When starting you new position at Temperate Wholesalers you have signed and accepted a contract
which means you have rights and responsibilities when in the workplace. Your rights allow you to
work in a discrimination and sexual harassment free workplace. Direct discrimination and undercut
discrimination is not tolerated. Sexual harassment is any unwanted behaviour with sexual nature, it
can be physical or verbal. It is against the law and the policy of the company! If any of this is
happening to you report the behaviour to a person with authority so they can resolve the issue. All
staff have the right to join a trade union and be represented by them when negotiating workplace
agreements. As a worker at Temperate Wholesalers you have responsibilities to follow. Attendance
and punctuality are responsibilities you will have to hold yourself responsible for this includes
informing a supervisor as early as possible if you’re able to unattended work or a meeting. You are
expected to complete tasks on time and meet any deadlines you are given. Obeying managers and
senior staff instructions are to be followed unless it causes you to break the law. If a situation similar
occurs report it to one of the directors. You are expected to be professional at all times and respect
the confidentiality and privacy of the company, customers and colleagues information.
Employees must value the safety of themselves and others as they must comply with the health and
safety legislation in the workplace. All offices have an OH&S Manual this book includes information
such as what to do in an emergency and where the first aid kids are located. Safety in the workplace
affects both the employer and the employee so they must be aware of their responsibilities. These
include having knowledge of where emergency exits, first aid kids and fire escapes are located.
Preventing any hazards by keeping all areas clean and reporting any health and safety issues as soon
as possible. General safety issues in the office include lifting objects correctly by using your knees
not your back. Team work is an essential value we hold at Temperate Wholesalers. You are expected
to work with other co-workers to solve and resolve problems. Communication is the key to working
as a team and you should ask questions, offer to help and let others know when you have new ideas.