The following is part 1 of a checklist for employee termination.
___ 1. Is the reason for the termination clear?
___ 2. Are all those that participated in the decision in agreement with the grounds for termination?
___ 3. Is there credible documentation and testimonial evidence to support the decision?
___ 4. Is the termination consistent with the treatment of others in similar circumstances?
___ 5. Has the office’s termination policy been followed (see employee handbook)?
___ 6. Are there any office policies that may protect the employee against being terminated from being discharged for the reasons contemplated?
___ 7. Is there a progressive discipline policy, and, if so, has it been followed?
___ 8. If progressive discipline was not followed, is there a basis for immediate termination?
___ 9. Is there documentation to demonstrate compliance with progressive discipline?
___ 10. Does the termination violate any state or federal laws that may prohibit termination here?
To view a complete 21-step termination checklist visit HRSentry to learn more.
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