Q: Alleged misconduct of cell phone use? What do you think?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Bonita Nut, Aug 7, 2024.

  1. Bonita Nut

    Bonita Nut Light Load Member

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    Terminated for alleged misconduct of being on the phone while driving.
    These were the images/evidence to support the alleged misconduct and violation of company policy.
    The company demanded that I consent to a driver-facing camera, and I denied the request.
    Terminated after several years of employment, no previous warnings or write-ups.
    No policy is in place regarding camera use (policies never mention outward or inward-facing cameras) and terms of employment.
    The company has a written policy of progressive discipline.
    Thoughts?
    Thank you.
     

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  3. Numb

    Numb Crusty Curmudgeon

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    yup, looks like a cell phone reflection
     
  4. Bonita Nut

    Bonita Nut Light Load Member

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    Right.
    We are allowed to have wireless blue-tooth device to talk on the phone.
    The phone lights up if a call comes in.
    In your opinion, is this evidence of misconduct?
    If you say yes, I completely respect your opinion and thoughts.
    I'm just trying to get some honest feedback here (what's done is done).
     
  5. Blagoje

    Blagoje Medium Load Member

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    Irregardless of what is true or not it sounds like the company is not worth working for if they are in fact going to play games like this. It might just be time to move on and this is writing on the wall.
     
  6. Bonita Nut

    Bonita Nut Light Load Member

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    Well said.
    Thank you for your feedback.
     
  7. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Go with a company that doesn't use driver facing cameras.
     
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  8. Bonita Nut

    Bonita Nut Light Load Member

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    RIGHT!
    Most definitely!
     
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  9. The_vett

    The_vett Light Load Member

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    You will find a Company that is a much better fit for you. Don't worry. :)
     
  10. Bonita Nut

    Bonita Nut Light Load Member

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    Thank you. :)
     
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  11. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Do do want OTR or what?
     
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