Discipline for Just Cause Disciplinary action shall be taken only for just cause, however probationary employees may be discharged without just cause and shall have no right to grieve discharge (see Article 7, Probationary Period). Disciplinary action, except discharge, shall have as its purpose the correction or elimination of incorrect work-related behavior by an employee. Supervisors may not take disciplinary action against an employee who, in good faith, reports a violation of any federal or state law or regulation to a governmental body or law enforcement official. Disciplinary action may not be taken against an employee who is requested by a public agency to participate in an investigation, hearing, or inquiry, as well as an employee who refuses to participate in any activity that the employee, in good faith, believes violates state or federal law.
Non-Retaliation The Company and Union will ensure that there is no coercion, retaliation, intimidation, or harassment directed against any employee who makes a report or serves as a witness on behalf of another employee. If any employee feels that he or she has been retaliated against for making a report or participating in the investigation process, the alleged violation should be reported using the procedures above.