Steps 1 - 3

Step One

Tell the employee you wish to have a word with him/her regarding an important matter, i.e.

“I have received a complaint about your conduct” or “There is an allegation that has been made against you”.

Step Two

Ensure the employee knows it is serious, i.e.

“If the complaint is found to be true it could lead to disciplinary action being taken against you”.

Step Three

Inform the employee there is to be an interview. Offer the employee the opportunity to have representation at the interview, i.e.

“We are going to meet at 11.15am tomorrow in my office and I would encourage you to have a witness or support person present. The person can verify what happens at the meeting. Your witness can be anyone of your choosing: A union delegate, a friend, a co-worker, anyone you choose. They are to observe. I'm going to have a witness present. It will be a disciplinary meeting”.