Document background
The Employee Write Up Letter is a crucial document in South African employment law and human resource management, used to formally document disciplinary issues in the workplace. This document is typically issued when an employee has violated company policies, demonstrated poor performance, or engaged in misconduct that requires formal documentation and corrective action. It must comply with South African labor legislation, particularly the Labour Relations Act and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, which establish requirements for fair labor practices and disciplinary procedures. The document serves multiple purposes: it creates a formal record of the incident, communicates expectations for improvement, outlines consequences for continued infractions, and protects both employer and employee by ensuring due process in disciplinary matters. It's an essential tool in progressive discipline systems and may be referenced in future employment decisions or legal proceedings.
