{"product_id":"101-sample-writeups-for-documenting-employee-performance-problems-9780814438558","title":"101 Sample WriteUps for Documenting Employee","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhether you’re addressing an initial infraction or handling termination-worthy transgressions, you need to be 100 percent confident that every employee encounter is clear, fair, and most importantly, legal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThankfully, HR expert Paul Falcone has provided this wide-ranging resource that explains in detail the disciplinary process and provides ready-to-use documents that eliminate stress and second-guessing about what to do and say.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003e101 Sample Write-Ups for Documenting Employee Performance Problems\u003c\/em\u003e, Falcone includes expertly crafted, easily customizable write-ups that address:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esexual harassment,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eabsenteeism,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einsubordination,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edrug or alcohol abuse,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esubstandard work,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eemail and phone misuse,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eteamwork issues,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emanagerial misconduct,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econfidentiality breaches,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esocial media abuse, and more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith each sample document also including a performance improvement plan, outcomes and consequences, and a section of employee rebuttal, it’s easy to see why this guide makes life for managers and HR personnel significantly easier when it comes to addressing employee performance issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Introduction 1 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart I: Mastering the Write-Up Tool 5\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e CHAPTER 1 Progressive Discipline and Its Legal Considerations 7 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e CHAPTER 2 Disciplinary Levels, Subjects, and Prior Notifications 17 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e CHAPTER 3 Incident Descriptions and Performance Improvement Plans 33 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e CHAPTER 4 Consequences, Rebuttals, and Employee Acknowledgments 43 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e CHAPTER 5 Commonly Asked Questions and Practical Answers to Tricky Employee Relations Issues 57 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e CHAPTER 6 About the 101 Sample Write-Ups 79 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart II: Disciplining the Probationary Employee 83\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #1--3 Disciplining the Probationary Employee 85 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #4--6 Disciplining the Probationary Employee: Extending the Length of Probation 95 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #7--9 Performance Problems That Arise Right After the New Hire's Probationary Period Ends 104 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart III: Policy and Procedure Violations 113\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #10 Inappropriate Interviewing Questions 115 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #11, 12 Failure to Follow Departmental Policies and Procedures 118 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #13 Excessive Personal Telephone Calls 124 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #14 Software Piracy (Unauthorized Installation) 127 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #15 Unauthorized Use of Company Equipment, Time, Materials, or Facilities 130 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Lost Equipment 133 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #16 Unauthorized Removal of Company Files 136 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Employee Time Card Falsification 139 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #17 Leaving the Work Site During a Regularly Scheduled Shift 143 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #18 Working Unauthorized Overtime 146 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #19 Disclosure of Confidential Information About the Company or Its Customers 149 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #20 Failure to Follow Company Dress Code 152 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #21 Smoking on Company Grounds 155 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #22 Unauthorized Release of References to Prospective Employers 158 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #23 Email Misuse (Nonwork-Related Usage) 161 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Email Misuse (Racially Influenced and Distasteful Messaging) 165 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Personal Cell Phone Use 168 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #24 Off-Duty Conduct and \"Moonlighting\" 171 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart IV: Performance Transgressions 175\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #25--31 Substandard Work Performance 177 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #32 Substandard Customer Service 201 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #33, 34 Safety Infractions 204 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #35 Lack of Sales Production 210 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Substandard Sales Performance (Extension of Final Written Warning) 213 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #36, 37 Unwillingness to Perform Properly Assigned Work 217 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #38 Recurring Negligence and Thoughtlessness 223 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample: Improper Cash Handling (Dual Custody Violation) 226 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #39, 40 Acts Resulting in Loss to the Employer 230 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #41, 42 Slow or Inefficient Production 237 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #43, 44 Failure to Observe Working Schedule, Including Rest and Lunch Periods 243 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #45 Sleeping on the Job (Written Warning) 249 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Sleeping on the Job (Final Written Warning) 252 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #46 Failure to Learn New Material During Training 255 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Failure to Retain Information After Training 259 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #47 High Error Factor and Scrap Rate 263 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #48 Falsification of Employer Records 266 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #49, 50 Lack of Communication with Supervisor 269 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--VP-Level Substandard Performance and Conduct 275 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Unacceptable Skip-Level Findings (Director Level) 279 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Substandard Project Management (Director Level) 283 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart V: Behavior and Conduct Infractions 287\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #51 Profane Language in the Workplace and Insubordination 289 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #52 Poor Attitude 293 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #53 Insubordination 296 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #54, 55 Insubordination and Substandard Work Performance 299 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #56, 57 Misconduct, Fighting, and Horseplay 305 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e 58--61 Sexual Harassment 311 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #62 Creating an Intimidating Work Environment 323 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Social Media Cyberbullying 326 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #63 Veiled or Direct Threats of Violence 329 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #64--66 Antagonistic Behavior Toward a Coworker 332 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #67 Managerial Retaliation 341 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #68--70 Intoxication During Work Hours 345 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #71 Drug-Related Impairment During Work Hours 356 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Failure to Disclose Coworker Inebriation 360 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #72 Misuse of Power and Office 363 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #73 Union Steward Abuse 366 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #74 Character Assassination and Defamation 369 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--\"Locker Room\" Banter 372 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart VI: Absenteeism and Tardiness 375\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Caution Regarding Restrictions Related to Disciplining or Terminating Employees for Attendance and Tardiness 377 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #75 Excessive, Unscheduled Absence: \"No Fault\" System 379 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #76, 77 Excessive, Unscheduled Absence 382 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #78, 79 Pattern of Excessive, Unscheduled Absence 388 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #80 Excessive, Unscheduled Absence: \"Excuse-Based\" System 397 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #81--83 Excessive Tardiness 400 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--FMLA Abuse: Failure to Provide Appropriate Medical Documentation 409 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--FMLA Abuse: Failure to Follow the Terms of the Medical Certification 413 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--FMLA Abuse: Failure to Consult HR Regarding Leave Request 418 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Failure to Engage in the ADA Interactive Process 422 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart VII: Termination Notices 427\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #84, 85 Discharge for Cause: Substandard Performance 429 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #86 Employee Fails to Report to Work on First Day; Company Rescinds Its Employment Offer 431 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #87 Summary Discharge: Falsification of Company Records 432 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #88 Summary Discharge: Employee Time Card Fraud 433 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Supervisory Time Card Manipulation 434 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #89 Summary Discharge: Loss of Current Weapons License 435 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #90 Summary Discharge: Possession, Sale, or Being Under the Influence of Alcohol or Illegal Substances 436 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Bonus Sample--Medical Marijuana Misuse 437 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #91 Summary Discharge: Failure to Pass Certification Exam 438 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #92 Summary Discharge: Terminating an Employee Without Corporate Approval 439 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #93 Summary Discharge: Misconduct at Company Holiday Party 440 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #94 Summary Discharge: Threatening a Coworker with Bodily Harm 441 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #95 Summary Discharge: Terminating the Probationary Employee 442 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #96 Letter Confirming Acceptance of an Employee's Verbal Resignation 443 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #97 Summary Discharge: Acceptance of Gratuities 444 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e #98 Summary Discharge: Insubordination (Inappropriate and 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