Disciplinary Action
Formal corrective measures taken against an employee for misconduct or policy violations.
Definition
Disciplinary action is a structured response by an employer to address employee misconduct, policy violations, or persistent performance issues. It typically follows a progressive discipline process, starting with a verbal warning, followed by written warnings, suspension, and ultimately termination if behavior does not improve. Disciplinary procedures must follow principles of natural justice, including informing the employee of charges, giving them an opportunity to respond, and conducting a fair investigation.
Example
“After repeated unauthorized absences, the employee received a final written warning as the last step before termination under the company's disciplinary action policy.”
Synonyms
- corrective action
- disciplinary procedure
- misconduct action
- progressive discipline
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Related Terms
- Grievance
- Performance Improvement Plan
- Labour Laws
- Natural Justice