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Policies and Procedures Manual.

Dress Standards



Laundering of uniforms

This may be done either by the Sunset Bay laundry service or by the worker at home.

If washed at home it is suggested that washing is completed on the hot cycle using a good quality laundry detergent at the recommended rate.

Compliance with the wearing of the correct uniform

It is the responsibility of all staff at Sunset Bay Health Campus to abide by the uniform policy. Non-compliance will result in:

  1. A verbal warning from your supervisor.
  2. A written warning from your supervisor.
  3. A second written warning and documentation of your non-compliance in your workplace records.
  4. A third written warning and 7 days notice given to appear before the disciplinary board. Board to comprise of the manager of the section and the human resources representative. The worker may bring their union representative if they wish.
  5. The board makes a decision, and the worker is given written notification within 7 days.
  6. The board has the right to determine if dismissal is the appropriate measure. If so the worker is given 14 days notice.

Variations to the policy

Workers may ask to have a variation to the policy due to religious or cultural reasons.



The Sunset Bay Health Campus requires all employees to comply with correct dress standards while at work.

Uniform

A uniform worn in the health industry.

1. Wear an appropriate uniform.

Standard hospital uniforms must be worn at all times, as appropriate to your job role / position.
Close up of a cuff in good repair and pressed.

2. Keep uniforms in good repair.

Uniforms should be pressed and in good repair at all times. Faded, frayed or damaged uniforms should be reported to management so that a new uniform can be issued.
Close up of a soiled uniform in a clothes hamper.

3. Keep uniforms clean.

Uniforms should be laundered daily. If a uniform becomes soiled or contaminated, report the problem immediately so that a replacement uniform can be issued.

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Shoes

Appropriate footwear should be worn at all times for your own safety.

Enclosed footwear made from waterproof material.

1. Wear enclosed, waterproof footwear.

The upper section of the footwear should cover all of the upper foot and be made of a material impervious to liquids. Sandals and shoes that allow fluids to contact with skin do not give the worker sufficient protection from spillage of chemicals or liquids if something is dropped.
Non slip soles with a flat heel.

2. Use non-slip soles.

To reduce the possibility of accidents, the soles of the shoes need to be made of a substance that reduces the chance of slipping. Shoes should be flat, with a heel of not more than 2.5 cm.
Steel capped boots may be required as protective footwear in some situations.

3. Wear protective footwear.

Workers in specific areas may be required to wear protective footwear with a steel toecap, heavy duty uppers and rubber soles to prevent injury.

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Hair

Hair should be neat and safely contained.

Close up of short clean hair that is well groomed.

1. Keep hair clean.

Hair must always be clean and well groomed.
Someone wearing shoulder length hair tied up.

2. Tie long hair back & maintain neat facial hair where possible.

Hair that is shoulder length or below should be tied back securely at all times. Beards and facial hair should be kept short.
Close up of someone wearing a hair net.

3. Use a hair net or hair cover.

Your hair should be securely covered by a hair net or hair cover, especially while working:

  • in food preparation and handling areas, and
  • when using machinery.

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Nails

Nails should be kept clean and short at all times.

Close up of someone scrubbing his or her nails.

1. Keep nails clean.

Scrub fingernails regularly to ensure they are clean and to reduce microorganisms on the hands.
Close up of short, clean nails.

2. Keep nails short.

Ensure that fingernails are kept short. Long nails can cause injury not only to yourself, but also to clients or other workers.
Side view of short nails.

3. Do not wear polish or artificial nails.

Nail polish can chip off and fall into food preparation. Artificial nails and nail polish may hide dirt under the nails and increase the amount of microorganisms on the hands.

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Make up

Makeup should be kept to a minimum.

A woman wearing minimal/no makeup.

1. Do not wear heavy or brightly coloured makeup.

The use of heavy or brightly coloured makeup is considered inappropriate in the workplace.
A bare arm.

2. Permanent makeup.

The Sunset Bay Health Campus accepts that in some situations permanent makeup and body decoration cannot be removed. This issue should be discussed with your supervisor.

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Jewellery

Jewellery can be a hazard to you both yourself and your clients and should be kept to a minimum.

Close up of someone operating machinery (hand) not wearing any jewellery.

1. Loose fitting jewellery should not be worn.

Where machinery is being operated; bracelets, loose hanging necklaces, long earrings and rings should not be worn. Jewellery can easily become caught in machinery and may lead to injury.
Close up of a stud earring.

2. Avoid jewellery when transporting clients.

Jewellery may cause injury to you or your client during transportation and should be avoided. Rings (especially with stones in claw settings) and bracelets may cut or scratch the client. A plain wedding band is acceptable. Loose fitting jewellery may catch on equipment, or clothing, or the client may pull out facial jewellery, necklaces and earrings if they are protruding and accessible.

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