SECTION 455:10-11-10. First phase-informal discipline

(a)   The first phase of progressive discipline shall be informal discipline and may include steps of verbal warning, informal discussion, corrective interview and oral reprimand, etc. This phase shall serve to streamline the progressive discipline system and to bring potential problems to an employee's attention before they escalate. Documentation of informal discipline may be noted and maintained by the supervisor and employee.

(b)   Informal discipline may be given to correct infractions of statute, rule, policy, practice or procedure regarding work performance or behavior. In administering informal discipline, an employee shall be told, as a minimum, of:

(1)   the nature of the problem which is cause for the discipline and steps which must be taken to resolve the problem; and

(2)   the consequences of repeated infractions or continuing deficient performance or behavior.

[Source: Added at 12 Ok Reg 2823, eff 7-13-95]