Have you documented the insubordination?
Has the Manager/Spvsr handed in a written complaint?
What does your SOP say?
What constitutes insubordination- exactly. Disobeying a direct order or questioning a stupid one?
Was the employee rude, abusive or ignorant?
Please check the statements and make your inquiries prior to taking the easy route of dismissal.
Yes, if you terminate an employee on hearsay insubordination you are liable for unfair dismissal in a court of law. Furthermore, if the employee belongs to a union you will have to answer to the tribunal.
PVQ
Has the Manager/Spvsr handed in a written complaint?
What does your SOP say?
What constitutes insubordination- exactly. Disobeying a direct order or questioning a stupid one?
Was the employee rude, abusive or ignorant?
Please check the statements and make your inquiries prior to taking the easy route of dismissal.
Yes, if you terminate an employee on hearsay insubordination you are liable for unfair dismissal in a court of law. Furthermore, if the employee belongs to a union you will have to answer to the tribunal.
PVQ