Return to course: M2S03: Determining "Just & Reasonable Cause"

M2S03: Determining "Just & Reasonable Cause"

Determining "Just & Reasonable Cause"

Just Cause – The Legal Context

“Discipline – When & How

Burden of Proof

Culpable or Non-Culpable

The Basic Characteristics of an Effective Discipline System

The Four Fundamental Principles in Using the Discipline or Dismissal Tool

Discipline and Management’s Rights

The Role of the Union in Matters of Discipline & Discharge

The Definition of Progressive Discipline

The Objectives of Discipline:

The Supervisor’s Approach to Discipline

Reasons Why Some Supervisors May Be Reluctant to Discipline

Determining “Just & Reasonable Cause” to Issue Discipline to an Employee

Infractions that are Usually Dealt with By Means of Progressive Discipline

Infractions that are Usually Considered to be Serious and that Justify Exceptions to the System of Progressive Discipline

Factors to be Considered When Determining the Appropriate Degree of Discipline

The Appropriate Corrective Action

Discipline – Review (before you take action)

The General Approach of Arbitrators in Discipline Cases

Arbitrators Must Pose Three Distinct Questions in the Typical Discipline or Discharge Grievance

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The Very Important "William Scott" Decision Quiz - Union

The Very Important "William Scott" Decision Quiz - Non-Union

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The Appropriate Corrective Action

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