{"product_id":"hr-disciplinary-policy-procedure-pack","title":"Dental Practice Disciplinary Policy 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eA comprehensive, Fair Work Act 2009 compliant disciplinary policy and procedure framework for Australian dental practices — covering the full disciplinary process from concern identification through to summary dismissal, with a step-by-step investigation guide, outcome templates, and employee rights. Version 3.0, updated April 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting a disciplinary process wrong is one of the most expensive mistakes a Practice Manager can make. An unfair dismissal claim costs an average of $10,000–$30,000 to defend — even when you win. This pack gives you a legally structured, well-documented process that protects both the employee and the practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠ This pack does not constitute legal advice. Before implementing any disciplinary process — particularly termination — seek advice from a qualified employment lawyer or HR advisor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Fully editable Microsoft Word format\u003cbr\u003e✔ 12 pages — complete disciplinary policy and procedure\u003cbr\u003e✔ Fair Work Act 2009 compliant — references s.387 criteria throughout\u003cbr\u003e✔ Version 3.0 — updated April 2026\u003cbr\u003e✔ Instant digital download\u003cbr\u003e✔ Single-practice licence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSection 1 — Purpose, Scope \u0026amp; Guiding Principles\u003cbr\u003eThe policy framework — procedural fairness, proportionality, consistency, confidentiality, timeliness, and support — with plain-language explanations of what each principle means in practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSection 2 — Categories of Conduct \u0026amp; Performance Issues\u003cbr\u003eClear definitions and dental-specific examples of general misconduct and serious misconduct — including a detailed table of conduct that may constitute serious misconduct in a dental practice (patient safety, theft, assault, drugs, confidentiality, sexual harassment, regulatory compliance, cyber and data).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSection 3 — The Disciplinary Process Step by Step\u003cbr\u003eA 10-step disciplinary process table — concern identification, preliminary assessment, investigation, suspension (if required), notice of hearing, disciplinary hearing, decision, outcome communication, right of appeal, and monitoring — with timeframes and documentation requirements for every step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSection 4 — Conducting a Fair Investigation\u003cbr\u003eInvestigation principles, a complete investigation checklist (before, during, and after), and an Investigation Interview Guide with an opening statement script and 7 structured interview questions — all with Fair Work Act legal references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSection 5 — Disciplinary Outcomes \u0026amp; Warnings\u003cbr\u003eA complete outcomes table — no action, informal management, verbal warning, first written warning, final written warning, dismissal with notice, and summary dismissal — with guidance on when each is appropriate, duration, and key requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSection 6 — Employee Rights\u003cbr\u003eRight to be accompanied (Fair Work Act s.387(d)), right to appeal, and psychosocial safety obligations during disciplinary processes — including EAP referral guidance and post-process relationship restoration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Resolve Dental Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53694019830124,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/9657\/6876\/files\/product_photo_documents.png?v=1777691913","url":"https:\/\/www.resolvedentalconsultancy.com.au\/products\/hr-disciplinary-policy-procedure-pack","provider":"Resolve Dental Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}