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Explain five grounds that may justify summary dismissal of an employee from employment. (10 marks)November 2022

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Explain five grounds that may justify summary dismissal of an employee from
employment. (10 marks)November 2022

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    1. Gross misconduct: Summary dismissal may be justified for acts of gross misconduct, such as theft, fraud, physical violence, and gross insubordination.
    2. Breach of company policies: Summary dismissal may be justified for a serious breach of company policies, such as violation of health and safety rules, harassment, discrimination, and dishonesty.
    3. Damage to the employer’s reputation: Summary dismissal may be justified for actions that cause significant damage to the employer’s reputation, such as leaking confidential information or making derogatory statements about the employer.
    4. Illegality: Summary dismissal may be justified for actions that are illegal, such as drug use or possession at the workplace, or activities that may bring the company into disrepute.
    5. Immediate danger to other employees: Summary dismissal may be justified if the employee’s conduct poses an immediate danger to the health or safety of other employees.
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