U4- Working Online

UNIT'S GRAMMAR

Reminder:

Practice here:

1. Complete the sentences with the correct verb: must, have to, need to, mustn’t, can’t, can, may, be allowed to.

1. You _________ log in to the company portal by 9:00 a.m. every day to attend the virtual team meeting.

2. Employees _________ share their passwords with anyone for security reasons.

3. You _________ use personal devices to access company files, but they must be secure.

4. Team members _________ finish their assigned tasks before the end of the day.

5. You _________ work in a quiet and organized space to avoid distractions during online meetings.

6. Employees _________ request flexible working hours if they have personal responsibilities.

7. You _________ install any unapproved software on company laptops.

8. You _________ take regular breaks to stay focused and maintain productivity.

9. Everyone _________ follow the company’s data protection policies while handling client information.

10. Staff _________ use public Wi-Fi to access sensitive information; it’s a security risk.

11. Employees _________ ask for reimbursement for work-related expenses, such as internet or equipment costs.

12. Managers _________ record meetings unless all participants agree to it.

13. You _________ switch on your camera during video calls unless you have a valid reason not to.

14. Employees _________ inform their supervisors if they are unable to work due to technical issues.

15. You _________ use your work email for personal purposes.

2. Let's write a remote work policy

Complete the sentences with the correct verb: must, may, might, could, and can't: .

1. This report is extremely detailed; it ___ have taken hours to complete.

2. She ___ be at her desk now, but I’ll call to confirm.

3. That proposal ___ not work, but it’s worth discussing with the client.

4. They ___ have misunderstood the instructions; let’s double-check.

5. The CEO isn’t in her office. She ___ be in a meeting.

6. If he’s not responding to emails, he ___ be on holiday.

7. This presentation ___ take longer than expected, so plan for extra time.

8. She has worked here for years; she ___ know how to resolve this issue.

9. The system is running slowly; it ___ be due to maintenance.

10. They ___ have forgotten about the meeting; I’ll send a reminder.

11. That result ___ be a mistake; it’s completely unexpected.

12. This data ___ help us predict next quarter’s sales performance.

Writing Task

4. Office Safety Guidelines

Instructions:

• Write a set of office safety guidelines for employees to follow.

• Include at least 6 bullet points.

• Write 100–150 words, focusing on practical advice for maintaining a safe office environment.

Example:

Office Safety Guidelines

• Keep walkways and exits clear of clutter and obstacles at all times.

• Report any faulty electrical equipment to the maintenance team immediately.

• Always use proper lifting techniques to avoid injury when carrying heavy objects.

• Keep your workstation clean and organized to prevent accidents.

• Ensure all cables and wires are safely secured to prevent tripping hazards.

• In case of emergency, follow the evacuation plan and meet at the designated assembly point.

By following these guidelines, we can maintain a safe and productive office environment for everyone.