Emails
Be concise and straight to the point
Use proper spelling, grammar & punctuation
Keep attachments to a minimum and mention your attachment in the content
Do not overuse the high priority and reply to all options
Always use smart subject lines
Never use email to discuss confidential issues
Read email before you send it
Use active voice instead of passive voice
Do not email anything of an offensive or pornographic nature
Cubicle Courtesies
Avoid loud phone conversations, especially of a personal nature
Do not wear strong perfume or cologne whereby it evidently causes a distraction to colleagues in
close proximity
Do not stand in front of someone’s cubicle/workstation and carry on a conversation
Do not walk into a cubicle/workstation when someone is on the phone (leave them a note or email
instead)
There should be no sleeping at your cubicle/workstation or otherwise
BUSINESS ATTIRE
OJT does not have a dress down Friday or allow casual attire in the normal course of business, therefore, casual
attire will not be allowed unless specifically authorized by the Training Provider.
Trainees who are not suitably dressed can be sent home to dress appropriately and return for duty thereafter.
Where trainees fail to return for duty, they must account for their absence.
BUSINESS ATTIRE – Females
DO’s
Skirt with matching jacket
Skirt or dress with coordinated blazer
Dress with matching jacket
Simple dress (conservative patterns)
Skirts & dresses –not shorter than 2” above knee (while seated)
Dress pants – tailored & to be worn with a coordinating jacket and must be ankle length
DON’Ts
Tube tops, halters, short pants, mini skirts
Casual, denim, faddish, informal styles
Plunging necklines and sleeveless tops
No slippers and sandals
BUSINESS ATTIRE – Males
DO’s
Collared white, conservative coloured or pin stripped dress shirts
Conservative ties & non-stylized belt
Conservative dress socks with matching colours
DON’Ts
Sleeveless tops, vests, short pants
No slippers and sandals
Shoes/Footwear
Professional office shoes (preferably closed toe shoes) – Closed toe shoes are preferred, however
allowances are made where a medical reason certified by a medical practitioner is provided.
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