Suspension Letter for Health Hazards during Pregnancy

The Suspension Letter - Pregnancy should be used where an employer needs to suspend a pregnant employee because her normal duties would expose her to health hazards.

It is intended for situations where the employer needs to take a precautionary step to protect the employee’s health and safety while the position is reviewed.

When to use this pregnancy suspension letter

This letter can be used where a pregnant employee would be exposed to health risks if she continued carrying out her usual duties.

It should be read alongside the Disciplinary Policy and Disciplinary Procedure and the Guidance Notes: Disciplinary Procedure.

What the letter covers during suspension

The letter explains that the suspension is a precautionary measure. It is not disciplinary action and should not be treated as a presumption of guilt.

It also sets out the practical arrangements that apply during the suspension period, including:

- that pay and benefits should remain unchanged; and
- what the employee should and should not do while suspended.

Why suspension must be justified

Suspension should be used carefully and only where justified by the circumstances. An unjustified suspension period may amount to a breach of the implied term of trust and confidence.

In serious cases, that could lead to the employee resigning and bringing a claim for constructive unfair dismissal.

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