If you consider your behaviour or conduct was justified, clearly explain why you did what you did. If you do not consider that you committed the misconduct in question, again, clearly explain the reasons why you believe you did not commit the act as alleged.
How to be successful at a disciplinary hearing Ensure you are aware of what the allegations against you are. Prepare properly for the disciplinary hearing. Don't try to set up an ambush at the disciplinary hearing. Turn up in person to the disciplinary hearing and engage with the process.
I have been a loyal employee for length of service I enjoy my job and I enjoy working for name of company and I wish to continue working here. I am more than happy to answer any questions or concerns you have about me and I have and will continue to cooperate with you so that a fair and just resolution is reached.
Dear Employee's Name, I am writing to inform you that you are required to attend a disciplinary hearing in Place on Date at Time. The purpose of the hearing is to consider an allegation of misconduct OR gross misconduct against you. The allegation is that Set Out Specific Details Of Allegation.
Here are some disciplinary hearing question examples you can use: Do you know why this meeting is being held? Do you understand the accusation against you? Do you know the consequences for this type of misconduct/ misbehaviour? Do you understand the steps involved with the disciplinary procedure?
Guide to chairing a disciplinary hearing Give them at least 48 hours notice. Explain the reason/s for the hearing. Enclose/attach copies of the evidence you'll be referring to. Explain the potential outcome, i.e. that you may take disciplinary action against them, up to and including dismissal (if it's a serious issue)
An opening statement should include : A brief summary of the case. Reference to any facts that are not in dispute. The issues that are in dispute. What has to be decided by the Chairman. How you intend to demonstrate your case through your evidence. What result you are seeking.
Explain the nature of the misconduct The disciplinary outcome letter should provide a summary of the employee's misconduct, including when the offence occurred. what impact the misconduct had on the employee's work and colleagues.
Dear Employee's Name, I am writing to inform you that you are required to attend a disciplinary hearing in Place on Date at Time. The purpose of the hearing is to consider an allegation of misconduct OR gross misconduct against you. The allegation is that Set Out Specific Details Of Allegation.
Employers are required under federal nondiscrimination laws (Title VII, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)) to maintain records pertaining to employment actions for at least one year from the date of action.