Confidentiality
Discipline is a confidential matter, therefor
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Hearings are held in camera, and
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Only those persons permitted in terms of the disciplinary procedure may be present
Laying the charge
During the3 hearing, the employee is confronted with the relevant facts by
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Laying the charge(s)
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Calling of witnesses and
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Submission of any relevant documents
The employee and his representative is given the opportunity to study any documents and cross-examine witnesses
Presenting the defense
The employee and his representative must be given the opportunity to
- Submit evidence
- Submit relevant documentation, and
- Call witnesses
Returning a verdict of guilty
If the employee is found guilty as charged, the chairperson of the hearing must
Advance reasons for finding the employee guilty as charged;
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Give the employee/ representative opportunity to present mitigating circumstances;
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Decide on applicable disciplinary action to be taken against the employee;
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Furnish reasons for deciding on the disciplinary action; and
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Give the employer/ representative opportunity to address him on the applicable disciplinary action
