This programme gives delegates the knowledge and understanding of preparing for a disciplinary hearing as an Initiator and conducting a disciplinary hearing as a Chairperson. This workshop will allow delegates to investigate the challenges they are facing regarding the implementation of disciplinary action, and to act on it with the correct procedure and preparation. The programme will also allow delegates to conduct hearings and to administer disciplinary principles in a fair and consistent manner.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
TARGET AUDIENCE
COURSE CONTENT
Understanding the reason for progressive discipline in the workplace
Understand the purpose and implementation of a Disciplinary code
Prepare, investigate and formulate the appropriate charges for a disciplinary hearing.
Help collect and prepare evidence in a hearing
Understand the responsibilities of an initiator before, during and after a hearing
Help with preparing and questioning of witnesses
Understanding the purpose of the Chairperson
Learn how to conduct and manage the hearing
Learn how to take a decision as to sanction
Understanding the documentation process of the hearing
The workshop has open access to all individuals who need to prepare for and present evidence during a disciplinary hearing and who need to chair a disciplinary hearing. Tools and skills learnt will enable the individual to be more organised and prepared for the initiating and chairing of a hearing, the questioning of witnesses, the evaluation of evidence presented and determining the appropriate sanction.
Module 1: An Introduction to Disciplinary Principles
