Where disciplinary or discharge action is contemplated, the employee shall be so informed prior to formal action being taken unless reasonable efforts to contact the employee are unsuccessful.
Where disciplinary action is recommended under the managing underperformance, misconduct or serious misconduct provisions of this Agreement, the delegate will review the matter and either propose additional steps to be taken to improve the performance or conduct or submit a report in writing to the Director - Human Resources recommending discipline action.
Where disciplinary action is warranted, the management representative shall notify the Employee of the reason(s). The first warning in writing shall be recorded on the Employee’s personnel file. The Employee’s chosen representative shall be present if desired by either party.
