Company Devices During Probation: Do You Pay a Security Deposit?

Hi,

My company is providing laptops and BlackBerry phones to all RM level and above employees. Do companies retain some security amount for people during the probation period or even beyond it? For cases where employees leave the job and don't return these! Comments and suggestions are invited.

Thanks

Dear Kinshuk_10,

It is not a common practice to retain a security amount, but HR needs to include these two items in the New Staff Orientation Checklist and Exit Clearance Checklist. Both forms need to be countersigned by both HR and the employee.

Autumn Jane

If any employee did not return the items, you can deduct the amount from their Full and Final (F&F) settlement.

I have a personal laptop that I use in the office. I would like the company to cover the cost of the laptop or reimburse me for the expenses. Please help me draft a simple letter regarding the matter.