Company Mobile Phones

At BrisDoc’s discretion, certain individuals such as team leaders, managers, and Shift Managers may be provided with a business mobile telephone. It is important to understand that these phones are solely for BrisDoc use. If individuals need to make private calls, BrisDoc may request reimbursement for the cost of such calls, as indicated on the mobile phone bill.

Please take good care of any mobile phone devices provided by BrisDoc and ensure they are secure at all times. In case of loss, theft, or damage to a provided mobile telephone, it is essential to notify BrisDoc management immediately. Failure to notify may result in a requirement to reimburse BrisDoc for any loss, theft, or damage caused or contributed to by the individual. If BrisDoc incurs any loss, the amounts may be deducted from any sum payable to the individual by BrisDoc. If requested by BrisDoc or upon departure from the company, employees must promptly return any mobile phone device. Failure to return the device may result in deductions from any sum payable to the employee.

BrisDoc Drivers Using Company Mobile Phones

Each BrisDoc car is equipped with an allocated mobile phone for business use. Additionally, all cars are fitted with hands-free kits. It is important to adhere to the Road Traffic Act 2006, which prohibits the use of hand-held mobile phones while driving, including when stationary at traffic lights or in a traffic jam. Since February 27th, 2007, using a hand-held phone while driving can result in a fine and 3 penalty points on the license.

Drivers must never use hand-held devices while the car is in motion for BrisDoc business. Hands-free kits should be used, and drivers should avoid calls, both incoming and outgoing, until the car is safely parked. However, if the mobile phone rings while the car is in motion and there is a passenger, such as a doctor, in the car, the doctor can and must answer the call. This prohibition includes making or receiving calls, text messaging, surfing the Internet, checking email, or accessing phone messages while driving. It is discouraged to use company-owned devices for personal business.

Any individual found using a hand-held device while driving will face formal proceedings. In such cases, BrisDoc reserves the right to deduct fines from the driver’s wages and assign penalty points to their license.

Using Personal Mobile Phones or Similar Devices at Work

BrisDoc acknowledges that individuals may use their personal or company-supplied mobile phones for business purposes. However, mobile phones can be distracting in the workplace. Colleagues are kindly requested to set their phones to ‘silent mode’ or ‘off’ during meetings, consultations, etc., unless it is necessary to take calls related to BrisDoc business. In rare emergency situations or when immediate attention is required, the mobile phone may be carried on vibrate mode, and personal calls may be answered.