Introduction to Staff Termination (Methods & Considerations)

Termination in the workplace can occur voluntarily or involuntarily, each presenting unique challenges for both employees and businesses.
In this video, we explore the four primary methods of termination and the considerations involved in each process.
Join us as we discuss retirement, redundancy, resignation, and dismissal, and delve into entitlements, transition considerations, and the importance of fair treatment during termination.
Whether it's an employee's decision to retire or a business-driven redundancy, understanding the termination process is essential for human resource managers to ensure compliance with legal requirements and maintain positive employee relations.
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Video Content
0:00 - Introduction to Termination:
Voluntary vs. Involuntary Termination
Importance of Fair Treatment
- Retirement:
Emotional Challenges for Employees
Entitlements: Pay and Benefits
Transition Considerations: Counseling, Gradual Transition, Farewell Events
- Redundancy:
Reasons for Redundancy
Voluntary vs. Involuntary Redundancy
- Entitlements: Pay, Benefits, Redundancy Package
Transition Considerations: Counseling, Outplacement Services, Additional Time Off
- Resignation:
Common Reasons for Resignation
Entitlements: Pay, Benefits, Notice Period
Conducting Exit Interviews
Offering Farewell and Positive References
- Dismissal:
Types of Dismissal: Summary vs. Performance-related
Entitlements: Pay, Benefits
- Transition Considerations: Support for Remaining Employees, Career Transition Services
- Handling Dismissals Effectively:
Awareness of Unfair Dismissal
Consequences of Unfair Dismissal Claims
Importance of Proper Knowledge and Training for HR Managers
- Recap of Termination Methods:
Retirement, Redundancy, Resignation, Dismissal
Importance of Fair Treatment and Legal Compliance
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