will advise all departments on how to handle disciplinary cases involving
dismissal or institute preventive suspension leading to a dismissal.
2.5.6 Clarifies matters with regard to the interpretation of the Guide.
2.5.7 Encourages the development of an atmosphere where positive discipline will
be second nature to everyone.
2.5.8 Assist employees and acts as an Employee Counsellor to guide the employee
through the procedures to ensure the employee understands and exercises
their rights effectively, to ensure fairness and equality.
3. Inherent Obligations of an Employee
In common law, the employee has the following inherent obligations towards the
employer:
o To give faithful and honest service at all times whether implicitly or explicitly as stated in letters of appointment (LOAs) and job descriptions. o To utilize skill and care in his/her work. o To obey reasonable and lawful orders/instructions. o Not to commit misconduct.
In cases where employees are subjected to Corrective Behavior and Disciplinary Action,
they are entitled to approach the Human Resources Department. An Employee
Counsellor will be appointed to assist them with the procedures and to ensure fairness
and equality.
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