*Why does it require a hearing should be held by a manager who has not been previously materially involved in the matter? *Why is it necessary for the manager to introduce everyone present at the start of the disciplinary hearing, explain the allegations against the employee and the purpose of the hearing, the employee should again be reminded of his/her right to be accompanied if they have attended unaccompanied. *Why is it necessary for the employee to be given the opportunity to make any response to the allegations, ask questions and discuss any documentary evidence, or if the employee has a representative at the meeting, should be given opportunity to make statements and ask questions on the employees behalf?

*Why is it necessary for the manager at the end of the meeting, to check if the employee wants to say anything further, before he considers everything, makes the decision and adjourns the meeting?