Document background
A Disciplinary Notice is a crucial document in Philippine employment law that forms part of the formal disciplinary process required by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Used when an employee violates company policies or exhibits inappropriate workplace behavior, this document serves as the first notice in the mandatory "twin notice rule" established by Philippine jurisprudence. The notice must clearly state the specific violations, company policies breached, and provide the employee with an opportunity to explain their side within a reasonable timeframe. The document should be carefully drafted to ensure compliance with the Labor Code of the Philippines, relevant DOLE regulations, and Supreme Court decisions regarding due process in employment discipline. A properly executed Disciplinary Notice helps protect both the employer's interests and the employee's right to due process, while creating a documented trail of the disciplinary proceedings.
