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Item one
From Sedgefield, Production director To MD
T Jefferson appeal. The investigation of the fire brigade into the fire in number 1 toolshed
suggested that they suspected a lighted cigarette left in the main wastebin as the most
likely cause. As T Jefferson is the sole smoker amongst the staff (which is against the fire
safety regulations produced after consultation with the fire brigade) I supported the
decision of D Johnson, the production manager, to dismiss Jefferson for gross misconduct.
I have turned down the appeal which was made to me verbally on the 15th, but Jefferson
has demanded that a further appeal be made to the managing director as stated in
company policy. Jefferson is still suspended on full pay, pending the results of the appeal
procedure.
Item two
From D Johnson Production Manager To Production Director
T Jefferson. The fire brigade investigation into the cause of the fire (attached) clearly
blamed a lighted cigarette for the start of the blaze. As T Jefferson is the only smoker in
number 1 toolshed and is already in receipt of two written warnings for smoking contrary to
all regulations, I have decided to terminate employment on the grounds of gross
misconduct. Jefferson has naturally appealed against this dismissal, and I pass the
documents on the case onto you for your decision.
Item three.
The Production Director, From Midlands Fire Department
We have investigated the fire in number 1 toolshed, and can find no evidence of either
arson or that fire regulations were not complied with. There appears to be strong grounds
to suspect that the fire started near the waste area, and as the electric wiring was in good
shape, the most likely initial cause would have been a smoldering cigarette. However this
cannot be proven as no cigarette was found. There are obviously alternative explanations
such as friction or a lighted match that could have caused the fire. I would suggest that you
improve your sprinkler system so that the amount of damage likely to be caused by further
fires reduced.
Item four
To T Jefferson From D Johnson
Written warning. I have pointed out to you and others the clearly published company
regulations concerning safety and care necessary on the shopfloor. There have been two
cases where you have been verbally warned about the problems of cigarette smoking and
the need to ensure that no cigarette smoking occurred within the building. You have
however persisted in smoking within the confines.
Having been seen by both myself and S Hamilton, the shift supervisor, you are formally
warned that any further contravention of the regulations will be lead to further disciplinary
procedure. This written warning will last for six months and will be canceled at the end of
this period should no further problems arise.
Item five
From T Jefferson To Production Director
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