Confidentiality

Discipline is a confidential matter, therefor

• Hearings are held in camera, and
• Only those persons permitted in terms of the disciplinary procedure may be present

Laying the charge

During the hearing, the employee is confronted with the relevant facts by

• Laying the charge(s)
• Calling of witnesses and
• 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;

• Give the employee/ representative opportunity to present mitigating circumstances;
• Decide on applicable disciplinary action to be taken against the employee;
• Furnish reasons for deciding on the disciplinary action; and
• Give the employer/ representative opportunity to address him on the applicable disciplinary action