Common use of Disciplinary Action for Cause Clause in Contracts

Disciplinary Action for Cause. Disciplinary action may be imposed upon a regular employee for cause. The Employer shall make its decision regarding discipline as quickly as possible considering all circumstances. The Employer agrees to administer progressive discipline. Notwithstanding this general endorsement, however, the Employer reserves the right to impose an appropriate level of discipline, for which there is cause. It is understood that some situations may require immediate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Disciplinary action includes conditional employment periods, dismissals, involuntary demotions, suspensions without pay, unacceptable conduct notices and written reprimands. The Employer agrees to treat employees professionally; with respect and dignity. Employees shall be afforded the right of privacy when being counseled with corrective action and/or when being disciplined. Notice of discipline issued by Employer shall not state, explicitly or implicitly, that the disciplined employee is without a right to appeal the discipline when such discipline is subject to the grievance process contained within this agreement.