Assessment of misconduct 4.1.5.2

Question 1

Purpose

Answer 1

Ensure timely response to allegation or issue

Identify officer and eliminate those not involved

Ensure most appropriate procedures used

Question 2

What happens

Answer 2

Q’s to establish facts and who is involved

Determines whether developmental issues need addressing if not misconduct

Determines if necessary to Misconduct or Gross Misconduct

Question 3

What can happen

Answer 3

No action

Management action
No requirement for a formal investigation and therefore no requirement to give written notice re the investigation. However, written notice required for outcome (do not confuse with Management advice).

Disciplinary
Misconduct or Gross misconduct
Written notice under reg 15 or 16

Question 4

Written notification 4.1.5.3

Answer 4

Describe conduct and how that has fallen below standard
Inform if it may fall under misconduct meeting or hearing
Inform if any changes will be notified
Inform of right to seek advice
Inform if entitled to legal advice (m/gm or special) hearing
10 working days to respond
“Rights”

Investigator responsibility to ensure delivery - if posted must be at least recorded delivery