When it comes to gifts between employees, proceed with caution.
Generally, an employee should not give a gift to a manager or higher-paid colleague. Likewise, a gift should not be accepted from a subordinate or lower-paid employee.
There are exceptions. A non-cash gift worth $10 or less to a manager, occasionally, such as on birthdays or holidays, is OK.
Another exception is a cash gift to a manager on a special occasion, such as a marriage, birth, adoption, retirement, or resignation.
It’s all about avoiding complaints of favoritism or harassment, and creating a cohesive, productive workforce.
The National Hurricane Center issues watches and warnings for storms that threaten parts of the United States. Hurricanes bring with them storm surges, heavy rains, high winds, tornadoes and rip currents. The official hurricane season is May through November, but hurricanes can happen in any month.
If you’re in an area most likely to see such storms, the Hurricane Preparedness Guide offers information on how to protect employees while minimizing damage and loss of postal assets, including vehicles and facilities. It’s available on the National Preparedness webpage at http://blue.usps.gov/nationalpreparedness/.
And that’s smart safety!
For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.
Notice 76, Expanded Vehicle Safety Check, is your first step in making sure the postal vehicle you’ll be driving is safe. Make this safety check every time before you drive. Report any defects, unsafe conditions or damage to your supervisor.
And that’s smart safety!
For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.