Common use of Progressive Disciplinary Action Clause in Contracts

Progressive Disciplinary Action. The Township agrees to follow the principles of progressive disciplinary action. For minor offenses, oral and/or written reprimand(s) will precede suspension(s) or discharge. For intermediate offenses, written reprimand(s) or suspension(s) will precede discharge. For offenses of a serious nature the Township may take disciplinary action up to and including discharge for the first offense. An accumulation of offenses may warrant more severe disciplinary action than a first offense. Whenever a member reasonably believes that a meeting or conference with a supervisor may result in disciplinary action, the member may request the presence of the Grievance Representative.