DISCIPLINARY SYSTEM. Section 1. The Employer shall follow the concept of progressive discipline, where appropriate. However, some misconduct justifies immediate suspension or dismissal. No employee will be disciplined without just cause. When an employee is advised that they will be questioned by Management and there is a reasonable expectation of disciplinary action for that employee, that employee has the right to request the presence of a Union representative. When the employee requests the presence of Union representation the Union representative will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to consult with the employee during the questioning. If an employee violates the Employer's work rules, disciplinary action may be necessary, including the following steps: 1. Informal counseling by a supervisor. 2. A verbal reprimand (documented).
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
DISCIPLINARY SYSTEM. Section 1. The Employer shall follow the concept of progressive discipline, where appropriate. However, some misconduct justifies immediate suspension or dismissal. No employee will be disciplined without just cause. When an employee is advised that they will be questioned by Management and there is a reasonable expectation of disciplinary action for that employee, that employee has the right to request the presence of a Union representative. When the employee requests the presence of Union representation the Union representative will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to consult with the employee during the questioning. If an employee violates the Employer's ’s work rules, disciplinary action may be necessary, including the following steps:
1. Informal counseling by a supervisor.
2. A verbal reprimand (documented).
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement