A disciplinary procedure allows an employer to: Inform an employee that their behaviour is unacceptable or inappropriate. Resolve concerns constructively and encourage improvement. Impose sanctions according to the seriousness of the misconduct.
What are the steps in the disciplinary process?
Disciplinary Procedures: correct steps
- Get an initial understanding.
- Investigate thoroughly.
- Invite the employee to a disciplinary meeting.
- Conduct the disciplinary meeting.
- Decide on action to take.
- Confirm the outcome in writing.
- Right to appeal.
What is the purpose of disciplinary procedure?
1.1 The Disciplinary Procedure provides for warnings to be given for failure to meet the Employer's standard of job performance, conduct (whether during working hours or not) and attendance, or breach of any of the Terms and Conditions of Employment. The aim is to ensure consistent and fair treatment for all.
