25. DISCIPLINE & CAPABILITY (1Day)
WHO FOR
AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME
• To Ensure That The Meaning Of 'Discipline' In The Workplace Is Understood
• To Help Delegates Avoid Taking 'Disciplinary Action'
• To Explain What Is Involved In The ACAS 'Code Of Practice' Regarding Discipline And Grievance.
• To Understand The Difference Between Conduct And Capability.
• To Distinguish Between Fairness And Consistency When In A Disciplinary Situation.
• To Learn How To Conduct A Disciplinary Investigation And Carry Out A Disciplinary Hearing.
• To Know And Understand The Importance Of Records And Correct Paperwork In The Disciplinary Process.
• To Know How To Implement A Correct Grievance Procedure.
THE MAIN THEMES THAT WILL BE COVERED ARE:-
• The Purpose Of Discipline
• Common Disciplinary Problems?
• The Definition of Conduct
• The Definition of Capability
• The Employment Act Of 2002 & Discipline
• Changes In Discipline From 1 st October 2004
• The 9 Stage Example Procedure For A Disciplinary Process
• What is Capability and Example Capability Issues
• Employment Tribunals And How They Work
• Types Of Dismissal - Wrongful Unfair, Summary, Constructive,
• Unfair And Fair Reasons For Dismissal
• ACAS Code Of Conduct For Dismissal
• Different Types Of Disciplinary Action That Can Be Taken
• The Levels Of Conduct In Discipline
• Periods For Warnings To Stay on Staff Records
• Example Disciplinary Offences
• Ensuring Consistency & Fairness In Discipline
• Handling A Disciplinary Matter In Practice
• What To Do To Convene And Holding A Disciplinary And Capability Hearing
• Who And What To Prepare For The Meeting
• Key Points In Conducting A Disciplinary Hearing
• Deciding And Informing On Decisions
• The Right Of Appeal Procedure
• The Grievance Procedure
• What Is A Grievance?
• Why Have A Grievance Procedure?
• Conducting A Grievance Hearing
• Hints And Tips To Ensure Fairness & Consistency
• The 10 Commandments Of Discipline