Digest of Benefit Entitlement Principles

7.1.0  A MIXED QUESTION OF LAW AND FACT

7.2.0  A THREE-STEP SOLUTION

• 7.2.1  Step 1: Gathering Relevant Information from Various Sources
• 7.2.2  Step 2: Evaluating the Information Without Prejudice
• 7.2.3  Step 3: Answering Two Specific Questions Based on the Information Gathered

7.3.0  RELATING TO ACTIONS OR OMISSIONS

• 7.3.1  Unlawful Union Activities
• 7.3.2  Absence From Work
• 7.3.2.1  Tardiness
• 7.3.2.2  Absence Without Notification
• 7.3.2.3  Absence Without Justification
• 7.3.2.4  Absence Without Permission
• 7.3.3  Insubordination
• 7.3.3.1  Refusal to Perform Certain Duties
• 7.3.3.2  Refusal to Carry Out an Order or Instruction
• 7.3.3.3  Refusal to Work Overtime
• 7.3.4  Hostile Behaviour
• 7.3.4.1  Disrespectful Conduct
• 7.3.4.2  Acts of Violence
• 7.3.5  Breach of Rules
• 7.3.5.1  Dress and Appearance
• 7.3.5.2  Safety Rules
• 7.3.5.3  Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages
• 7.3.5.4  Dereliction of Duty
• 7.3.5.5  Criminal Offences

7.4.0  VARIA

• 7.4.1  Loss of Employment Due to Voluntary Leaving or Dismissal
• Appendix 1  Aide-mémoire