Disciplinary handling

 A disciplinary procedure is a clear process enabling employers to address issues of misconduct that might be committed by employees during the course of their employment. It sets a framework to operate within to ensure that there is consistency of treatment, yet also allows for individual and mitigating circumstances to be addressed and considered.

The importance of a disciplinary policy

Ideally, your staff handbook will contain a disciplinary policy outlining the procedure you will take should any of your employees fail to meet the expected conduct standards. A disciplinary policy is important to establish a clear procedure that you will use in the event of serious or repeated misconduct. In turn, this can demonstrate that you’re dealing with employees fairly and consistently. Your policy should also contain examples of unacceptable behavior, particularly those that would be considered an example of gross misconduct. If you have any procedures which, if not followed, would amount to gross misconduct, it is essential that you make employees aware that this is a potential consequence. As well as establishing your procedure, a policy will demonstrate that you are treating staff fairly and consistently.

Disciplinary Procedures: correct steps

  1. Get an initial understanding

  2. Investigate thoroughly

  3. Invite the employee to a disciplinary meeting

  4. Conduct the disciplinary meeting

  5. Decide on action to take

  6. Confirm the outcome in writing

  7. Right to appeal

Disciplinary action can feel quite formal and time-consuming, but it’s important to follow the procedure correctly to protect yourself from legal claims. If you have an employee who may have a potential discrimination claim, or who may be able to bring an unfair dismissal claim, this is even more crucial. A clear procedure can also help keep matters calm and professional in situations where emotions are potentially running high (Kate, 2022).


(Kate, 2022)


References

Kate, L., 2022. Disciplinary procedure: taking formal action against misconduct. [Online]
Available at: https://citrushr.com/blog/hr-headaches/disciplinary-procedure-steps/

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