Jo Knox, HR Daily
Advice abounds on what constitutes a fair and defensible disciplinary procedure, but court and tribunal rulings provide a stark reminder that it's easy to misstep when complex workplace scenarios and human emotions are involved.
This Q&A series will take an in-depth look at individual stages of disciplinary processes, exploring employers' options and their associated risks.
In interviews with various legal and HR specialists, HR Daily editor Jo Knox will discuss case law examples and practical tips, on topics including:
- internal complaints and grievances;
- triaging and classifying issues correctly;
- preliminary meetings and fact-gathering;
- workplace investigations (and alternative avenues);
- drafting allegations;
- responses and extension requests;
- show-cause letters and meetings;
- support person considerations;
- non-participation and cross-allegations;
- dismissal and negotiated exits;
- non-dismissal disciplinary options; and
- follow-up processes and monitoring.
HR Daily Premium members will be invited to submit specific questions for these Q&As.