Formal Warning Letter (Unsatisfactory Performance)
A Formal Warning Letter (Unsatisfactory Performance) is an official warning you can give to your employee, notifying them that their performance is unsatisfactory. It's your first step in the process of terminating an employee.
Last updated January 21, 2025
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The Legal Risk Score of a Formal Warning Letter (Unsatisfactory Performance) Template is Medium
Our legal team have marked this document as medium risk considering:
- If poorly managed, a warning of dismissal can create liability for the employer.
- A performance management process requires meaningful support from the employer.
Users familiar with performance management processes may find it easy to use but should ensure thorough completion to avoid gaps that could affect the document's effectiveness and clarity in meeting its goals.
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