What is a work grievance?

Grievances are concerns, problems or complaints that employees raise with their employer. There is no legally binding process that you or your employer must follow when raising or handling a grievance at work.

What happens when you put a grievance in at work?

After raising the grievance you’ll have a meeting to discuss the issue. You can appeal if you do not agree with your employer’s decision. Read Acas’s guide to discipline and grievances at work. Mediation can also help resolve a problem – this can take place at any time during the dispute.

What does it mean to have a grievance in the workplace?

And before long, your staff retention numbers fall as disgruntled staff leave the business. An employee grievance is a concern, problem, or complaint that an employee has about their work, the workplace, or someone they work with—this includes management.

What to do if there is no formal grievance procedure?

If there is no workplace grievance procedure, the employee should approach their line manager first. If they do not feel comfortable doing that, they should approach someone else they feel comfortable talking to (such as another manager or someone in HR). Employees can also talk to their trade union, if they have one, for advice and support.

What should I do if someone raises a grievance against me?

If someone raises a grievance against you as an employer, or about another employee, you should ensure that you follow a full and fair procedure in dealing with the matter, investigating the issues thoroughly and documenting your decision-making throughout.

What happens if grievances are not resolved on time?

If not resolved on time, it can lower employee morale, create inefficiency and increase absenteeism among the employees. In short, your ability in handling grievances of employees can have a direct impact on overall productivity at work.

How to investigate a workplace grievance?

The Investigation Talk to all involved parties and obtain written statements regarding the complaint Obtain all evidence relevant to the grievance Be prepared for the unexpected – your investigation may uncover something that you did not anticipate

How to write a job grievance/complaint letter?

• Address the letter to the appropriate person. Who the appropriate person is will depend on your company.
• Summarize your termination. You want to begin your letter with details of your termination.
• Give details about your dispute.
• Give a time period for a response.
• Let the letter sit for a couple of days.

  How does the grievance process work?

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    What makes a good grievance procedure?

    Four features of a good grievance handling procedure are as follows: 1. Fairness 2. Provisions should be clear cut 3. Procedural steps 4.