Disciplinary charges can inevitably cause tension between employer and employee. The employee nevertheless has a duty to show respect for as long as the employment relationship continues.
COSATU NATIONWIDE PROTEST ACTION:
What Should Employers Do?
COSATU has notified NEDLAC of nationwide protest action on 7 October 2026. What should employers know about employee participation, disciplinary action and pay?

I would like to see more of opening statement, mitigation and aggravating statement during a disciplinary hearing.
Reply to Nakedi: More information and assistance can be obtained in this regard if your company subscribes to the Labourwise service. ALternatively, find out about relevant courses on Initiating and Chairing Disciplinary Hearings from admin@edureach.co.za