Elliot, a Human Resource Manager, Tells Managers in His Organization

Multiple Choice

Elliot, a human resource manager, tells managers in his organization that following the system of progressive discipline requires written documentation at every step of the process. In which situation could this be optional?

A) The organization is suspending an employee.
B) The manager responds to the second of a series of unacceptable behaviors.
C) The manager reminds an employee that a minor first-time offense is against policy.
D) The manager decides to dismiss the employee.
E) The organization does not follow the principles of the hot-stove rule.