Oklahoma Checklist - When Should You Fire an Employee

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The items in this checklist are not meant to be determining factors in releasing an employee. Rather, they are listed as items to consider in determining the value or contribution of the employee to your organization.

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Determining when to fire an employee can be challenging, but specific signs can make the decision clearer. If an employee consistently misses deadlines, displays poor performance, or violates company policies, these may be indicators that termination is necessary. A thorough review using an Oklahoma Checklist - When Should You Fire an Employee can help clarify these situations and protect your business.

Five Things an Employer Should Consider Before Firing an EmployeePotential Issue #1: Is the Termination Justified?Potential Issue #2: Are There Any Employment Contracts?Potential Issue #3: Will the Firing Come as a Surprise to the Employee?Potential Issue #4: Will the Employee Claim the Firing Is Illegal?More items...?

You can fire employees due to poor performance, misleading or unethical behavior or statements, property damage, or violations of company policy.

11 reasons to fire an employeeSexual harassment, bullying, violence or disregard for safety.On-the-clock drug or alcohol use.Unethical behavior.Company property damage.Theft or misuse of company property.Misleading job application.Poor job performance.Excessive absence.More items...

Here's what you need to know:Be prepared with documentation.Write a termination letter.Schedule a meeting.Keep the meeting short. Don't be tempted to apologize, give a second chance, or discuss personal traits.

If you refuse to complete any tasks that fall within the scope of your job description, then your manager is likely within their rights to terminate your position. While your manager cannot fire you without just cause, they do need to have a specific reason for your termination.

If an employee isn't performing up to the standards expected for their position, you may consider firing them. Poor performance can include a lack of productivity as well as poor quality work.

Five Things an Employer Should Consider Before Firing an EmployeePotential Issue #1: Is the Termination Justified?Potential Issue #2: Are There Any Employment Contracts?Potential Issue #3: Will the Firing Come as a Surprise to the Employee?Potential Issue #4: Will the Employee Claim the Firing Is Illegal?More items...?

Most employees in the United States work "at will." This means that you can fire them at any time, for any reason, unless that reason is illegal. State and federal laws prohibit employers from relying on certain justifications for firing employees, such as discrimination or retaliation.

Under the employment-at-will doctrine, an employer can generally fire an employee for any reason or for no reason at all. However, employers cannot terminate employees for reasons that would violate federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

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Oklahoma Checklist - When Should You Fire an Employee