Common use of ACTIONS BASED ON UNACCEPTABLE PERFORMANCE Clause in Contracts

ACTIONS BASED ON UNACCEPTABLE PERFORMANCE. 1. An indefinite or permanent employee not serving in a probationary or trial period, and whose performance is below fully successful (or its equivalent), is entitled to a written notice of sub- standard performance. If a performance improvement plan (PIP) is required, the PIP shall be for a minimum period of ninety (90) days and shall inform the employee of: a. The instances of unacceptable performance. b. The critical elements of the job standard which are unacceptable. c. How the supervisor will assist the employee in bringing his/her work up to acceptable standards. 2. No action based on unacceptable performance may be taken until critical elements and performance standards have been identified in writing. 3. Use of the Employee Assistance Program (Article 23) may be appropriate in instances of unacceptable performance. Both supervisors and employees are encouraged to identify situations where it may be advisable for an individual to voluntarily seek assistance.