What are the five most important issues that should be discussed at a disciplinary hearing or a disciplinary meeting?

• The following issues should be addressed at a disciplinary hearing or a disciplinary meeting:
  • the specific requirements of the role and how they haven’t been met;
  • any mitigating (reducing/excusing) factors that the employee wishes to address. For example:
    • personal problems;
    • health problems;
    • difficulties at workplace; and
    • workplace issues such as bullying;
  • what steps should be taken to improve the employee’s performance and conduct and whether the employer can assist in any way;
  • a time frame for improvement which may include:
    • a detailed action plan; and
    • review or follow-up meetings; and
  • the consequences for future non-compliance.