First Formal Warning Letter

This First Formal Warning is normally used after a formal disciplinary meeting where the employer has decided that the employee’s conduct or poor performance justifies a warning.

It records the outcome of the disciplinary process and confirms what improvement is required.

When to Use This First Formal Warning Letter

Use this letter where, following a formal disciplinary meeting, the employer has concluded that a first formal warning is the appropriate sanction.

It can be used for misconduct or poor performance where formal action is justified.

What the Warning Covers

This warning sets out:

- the nature of the misconduct or performance problem
- the improvement required
- the timescale for improvement

ACAS Code and Related Disciplinary Documents

Employers should follow the ACAS Code of Practice on dismissal and disciplinary procedures.

This document should be read alongside the Guidance Notes: Disciplinary Procedure and the Disciplinary Policy and Procedure.

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