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Written warning when I had a hypo and was confused
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<blockquote data-quote="ButtterflyLady" data-source="post: 265330" data-attributes="member: 43498"><p>It does sound as though your actions were not wilful (you sound totally ethical and competent), but the question remains - can your employer be satisfied that you are always aware of your actions in a way that enables you to meet your responsibilities? </p><p></p><p>I'm Type 2 so I have no experience of having a hypo to this degree - but I know would find it very upsetting and concerning. I have in the past had unawareness for other medical reasons, and after I left the stove on I decided not to cook anything unless someone else was present. I microwaved food or chose cold foods, until I felt well enough to use the stove safely. It just seems common sense to me that if I can forget I've lit the stove, my safety could be at risk in a range of ways.</p><p></p><p>Perhaps a possible solution for you is to arrange your work activities in such a way that risk to yourself and others is minimised. It's probably not feasible to completely avoid working alone, and it would reduce your independence, but a good employer should be able to negotiate compromises that are workable for everyone.</p><p></p><p>Your employer may well feel uneasy about making this a disciplinary matter, but they may not have the option. They could be required by law or by their insurer.</p><p></p><p>I feel for you and wish you well.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="ButtterflyLady, post: 265330, member: 43498"] It does sound as though your actions were not wilful (you sound totally ethical and competent), but the question remains - can your employer be satisfied that you are always aware of your actions in a way that enables you to meet your responsibilities? I'm Type 2 so I have no experience of having a hypo to this degree - but I know would find it very upsetting and concerning. I have in the past had unawareness for other medical reasons, and after I left the stove on I decided not to cook anything unless someone else was present. I microwaved food or chose cold foods, until I felt well enough to use the stove safely. It just seems common sense to me that if I can forget I've lit the stove, my safety could be at risk in a range of ways. Perhaps a possible solution for you is to arrange your work activities in such a way that risk to yourself and others is minimised. It's probably not feasible to completely avoid working alone, and it would reduce your independence, but a good employer should be able to negotiate compromises that are workable for everyone. Your employer may well feel uneasy about making this a disciplinary matter, but they may not have the option. They could be required by law or by their insurer. I feel for you and wish you well. [/QUOTE]
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