Discipline
Warning Letter, Disciplinary Meeting, Termination Meeting
An emphasis on coaching and counseling can prevent disciplinary problems.
Many poor performance problems respond better to coaching than to disciplinary measures. However, disciplinary action as a behavioral control technique is necessary when self-discipline breaks down. Employees should be disciplined only if they choose to break the rules or are not willing to perform the job to standards.
Main disciplinary problems: - Attendance (unexcused absence, chronic absenteeism, tardiness, etc.)
- Poor performance
- Misconduct (theft, violence, damage to property, intoxication, etc.)
Progressive discipline: - Verbal warning
- Written warning
- Suspension without pay
- Termination of employment
