Managing Disciplinary Actions
Learn to conduct fair, effective and legally complaint domestic inquiry and disciplinary actions.
Course Description
Managing employee conduct and disciplinary issues is a critical competency for any manager, leader or HR professional. Organisations carry a severe risk of litigation for flaws in their disciplinary proceedings & procedural intricacies. The default on principles of natural justice is the primary cause for courts overruling organisation’s disciplinary actions. Holding fairness & transparency in domestic inquiry while providing full opportunity for evidence, examination & cross-examination is critical for the inquiry process. This program shall develop participants’ competencies to conduct legally compliant disciplinary proceedings with fairness that may withstand the scrutiny of the law.
Most Suitable For
HR professionals, managers and supervisors who need to handle employee misconduct at the workplace
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understanding misconduct and progressive discipline
- Understanding of employment laws related to disciplinary actions
- Ability to conduct legally compliant domestic inquiry
- Enhanced skills for conducting disciplinary hearings, from preparation to conclusion of domestic inquiry
- Document the process effectively. Capability to address disciplinary issues promptly
- Capability to address disciplinary issues promptly
Coverage
- Discipline, misconducts and disciplinary process
- The basic framework of laws and key provisions relating to workplace conduct & discipline
- Principles of natural justice
- Progressive disciplinary action
- Preliminary inquiry
- Show cause/chargesheet
- Domestic inquiry - process and complications
- Handling witnesses
- Inquiry report
- Progressive discipline/punishment quantum
- Final show cause
- Acts subversive of good discipline & behaviour
- Absenteeism / abandonment of employment
- Termination without inquiry exceptional cases
- New age employee relation issues
Andragogy
- Case studies, self-reflections & assessment, individual & group exercises, role plays, quizzes, chat, videos, App based activities, Q&A. (Need based pre & post program assessment )
Offerings
- F2F, Live Virtual Class & Webinar mode
- X’CEL approach for highly experiential, contextualised to the client’s business context for learner delight
- Optional Customization - Duration of Programs
- Training needs analysis prior to design and delivery for maximum program value & impact
- Pick & choose from a ready list or we can create one for you
- Facilitators with 15+ yrs. experience with deep subject knowledge & specialization
What Participants Say
I had the opportunity to attend Sushil Tayal's training program, and it was an excellent learning experience. His sessions are highly engaging, practical, and packed with real-world insights. The way he simplifies complex topics such as employee relations, disciplinary processes, and compliance makes them easy to understand and apply.His interactive teaching style, use of relevant case studies, and ability to encourage participation kept everyone actively involved throughout the program. The training was well-structured, informative, and immediately applicable in the workplace.I highly recommend Sushil Tayal's training programs to HR and Employee Relations professionals looking to strengthen their practical knowledge and professional skills. Thank you for such an enriching and impactful learning experience!
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