Add Comment Question: I was verbally notify by my employer that I was laid of permanently...I received termination pay but was deducted for equipment that is PPE a fresh air breathing system for automotive painting that was supplied by employer but was credited by two paint companies for myself....Can this be deducted from my termination pay.. Answer: No. For a valid deduction, you have to agree to the specific amount and sign a document stating that you agree that specific amount can be deducted. An employer cannot simply decide to deduct a random amount. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.