Demotion is a form of disciplinary sanction that could be offered instead of dismissal.
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Do not waste time in disciplining an employee
When an employee commits misconduct, disciplinary action should be instituted as soon as possible after the misconduct has been committed.
Conducting Disciplinary Investigations
One of the most important elements is that the employer should conduct a workplace investigation to determine the facts of the case.
Double Jeopardy
Double jeopardy occurs when an employee is disciplined twice for the same offence.
Bullying in the workplace
Many employers turn a blind eye to bullying. However, bulling in the workplace must be dealt with. If it is overlooked, employers run the risk of losing key staff members and productivity will be...
Seven rules for considering hearsay evidence in a disciplinary enquiry
By general definition, 'hearsay' is understood as being information that cannot really be proven. It is often heard by someone else and so can easily amount to nothing more than rumours. For...
Can an employee be disciplined who is sending or receiving porn at work?
One is amazed at the things that some employees do at work. With many companies introducing free WiFi, many employees abuse this company perk that is meant to help them do their jobs better....
Misconduct and Criminal Offence
How does an employer deal with misconduct that also happens to be a criminal offence? Employee misconduct can be a complex issue, especially if the act of misconduct is also a crime. It is unique...
Can an employer discipline an employee who has resigned?
It is often heard that employers have issues around employees who resign. It reminds of the Labour Court case - Lottering and Others v Stellenbosch Municipality,(C159/2010) [2010] ZALC 67; [2010] 12...
Progressive Discipline
What is progressive discipline? Progressive discipline is about correcting employees' unacceptable behaviour. When disciplining employees, it is important to place the focus on teaching the employee...
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