ECH10065 - Employer Support Team - Dispensations - Use of forms ECR308


Form ECR308 will be issued to the EST in accordance with ECH22105.

Where the ECR308 states that a dispensation is not in place but the Caseworker


  • feels that one would be beneficial and
  • has encouraged the employer to apply for a dispensation

the EST should


  • follow up the application with the employer.

Where the ECR308 shows that a weakness has been identified in the employers systems that impact upon an existing dispensation the EST must


  • contact the employer to ensure these weaknesses have been addressed.

(It may on occasion be necessary to revoke a dispensation in these circumstances)