Disciplinary Hearing Outcome Letter Template for Germany

1. Previous Warnings: Include when there is a history of similar misconduct or previous warnings

2. Performance Improvement Plan: Include when the disciplinary action includes specific requirements for improvement

3. Works Council Statement: Include when the works council was involved in the process and provided input

4. Probationary Measures: Include when putting the employee on probation or implementing special monitoring

5. External Reporting Requirements: Include when the misconduct requires reporting to external authorities or regulatory bodies

6. Return to Work Arrangements: Include when the employee has been suspended and is returning to work

1. Notice of Investigation: Copy of the original notice that initiated the disciplinary process

2. Meeting Minutes: Detailed minutes from the disciplinary hearing

3. Evidence Documentation: Copies of relevant evidence discussed during the hearing

4. Witness Statements: Copies of written statements from witnesses (with appropriate redactions)

5. Company Policies: Relevant excerpts from company policies that were breached

6. Previous Warnings: Copies of any previous warning letters referenced in the decision

7. Appeal Form: Standard form for submitting an appeal against the decision