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2.17.3 Non-Attendance of Apprentice for Off-the-Job Assessment
Apprentices will be called on up to three (3) occasions for each off-the-job assessment. Those who fail
to attend on the third occasion will not be scheduled to attend further assessment events and
apprentices and their employers shall be notified that the apprenticeship status has been recorded as
"holding" where applicable. An apprenticeship with a “holding” status will not progress until
confirmation is received that an apprentice will attend the next call.
Apprentices who wish to be called on a subsequent occasion must make an application to the SOLAS
authorised officer to request to have their status reactivated and be called for the assessment.

2.17.4 Failure to Reach Standards
Apprentices may attempt each off-the-job assessment three times. The apprentice can request that
the result be rechecked and reviewed by and appealed to the relevant training provider on each
occasion. Thereafter, if the failure of the assessment has been confirmed by the relevant training
provider on the third and final occasion, the apprenticeship shall be automatically terminated.
Apprentices and their employers shall be notified by SOLAS of this termination in writing where
applicable. Apprentices may appeal such termination and request a fourth and final assessment
attempt to the Apprenticeship Appeals Committee. The time limit for making an appeal is 3 months
from the date of termination.

SOLAS retains absolute discretion to extend this time limit.

2.18 OTHER EMPLOYMENT
If you propose taking up employment with an employer or pursuing separate business interests or
any similar venture, you must discuss the proposal with a MANAGER in order to establish the likely
impact of these activities on both yourself and the Company. You will be asked to give full details of
the proposal and consideration will be given to;

• Working hours
• Competition, reputation and credibility
• Health, safety and welfare

You will be notified in writing of the Company’s decision. The Company may refuse to consent to
your request. If you work without consent this could result in the termination of your employment.

If you are unhappy with the decision you may appeal using the Grievance Procedure.

SECTION 3: EMPLOYMENT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

3.1 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE
Our reputation is maintained by the high standards of work and general conduct of our employees.
The required standards and company rules and policies will be discussed with you at induction, during
your training and in the course of your work.
This document details the procedure, which would be followed in the event of it proving necessary to
take action of a disciplinary nature against an employee. The intention is that potential disciplinary
cases be dealt with at an early stage with a view to resolving problems as quickly and fairly as possible.
The Company wishes to emphasise and encourage improvements in individual conduct.

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