Written up

[kayjaybee]

My wife was informed via telephone on Friday that come Monday she will be written up as a disciplinary action. She has been told the reason for the written warning is that there have been complaints from some people she manages or has managed in the past regarding her abruptness when enforcing workplace safety rules. She was told that people have left the company because of her. Past incidents were not brought to her attention. She has received no previous verbal or written warnings. Is she required to sign the warning.She fears her job is in jeopardy. What is her recourse?

 

[seniorjudge]

Q: What is her recourse?

A: Sign the warning or get another job.

 

[cbg]

The law does not require that she sign the warning. However, the law does not prohibit her employer from firing her if she refuses, either.

Nothing in the law requires the employer to give her a verbal warning or notice before writing her up.

Signing it does not mean that she agrees that she did anything wrong. It means she acknowledges that she has been told of her employer's view on the matter.

 

[calalily]

She may be able to respond to the write up. She needs to check with HR on their policy or read any written policies or bulletins the company may have. If she chooses to respond she must not use it as a forum for grips and complaints. She should include how she is going to fix the problem now that it has been brought to her attention. She may also want to include her positive attributes and how she contributes to the company. It should be positive and not attack others or the company.