Being forced to drive around in the snow for work!?

jgentis

First of all your not forced to do anything you don't want to do! If you don't like your job quit! That's what great about this country! Your free do do what's right for you! But look around the world doesn't stop for snow and the next job will require you to come to work even if it snows! So I would put some extra weight in the car for traction some extra clothes in back to keep you warm in case you have to get out and shovel a bit. People are counting on YOU! If your not up the the challenge give the boss notice and move on.

dirtytricksracing@sbcglobal.net

You have a choice live with it or get another job.

Jacqueline J

Being a carer can understand the predicament,your employers would be in as well,people dependant about someone turning up to help them.I live in an extremely rural area nearest store is 90 mile round trip ,nearest centre 224 miles round trip.
Last year I decided living and working in this area I needed a vehicle which could hopefully handle most adverse weather conditions,ok,my car is not new it is not small but it does give me 4x 4 capability.
I think your employer should have tried and covered some of your calls to lighten your load in these weather conditions
however dependent vulnerable people needed you as well.In this situation I honestly feel that there should have been some common sense from your employers side and left you to cover maybe the calls closer to home.
I have people dependent on me to go to work as well so understand your predicament,If I to was unable to go to work because of weather my employers (a council ) would not be happy either.

"isitme"

Due to the nature of your work, your employers are absolutely correct.

Your job involves driving to your clients, they can't be expected to go without assistance because their carer doesn't feel confident in the snow.

You have several choices, move closer to the area in which you work, buy a better vehicle, take extra driving tuition or get another job.

Don't blame your lack of confidence on other people.

Bums.

If your boss's are arseholes. find a better job whee you are appritiated?

Sali

don't do it, if this boss will fire you 2morrow nothing will happen to him, tell him you can not drive or your car broke down and there is no transportation.

Friendly Stranger..

You may have to get another job. I know that isn't the easiest thing to do especially the way the world economy is right now. However, you have to think realistically. If your manager will not put your safety first, then he/she is not looking out for your best interest. They need to put your safety first. You should not drive in wintry weather because it is hazardous. You can end up in a terrible accident that was weather related. Seriously, consider getting another job or just live with the one you have currently. However I think it would be best to tell your manager how it is not safe to drive in that type of weather. If they won't put your safety first as an organization then you need to look out for yourself.

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