The Three Levels of Workplace Offenses

Based on the Virginia DHRM Policy 1.60, here is a simplified breakdown of the three offense levels, formatted for easy reading and speaking (p. 1):

The Three Levels of Workplace Offenses
Group One: Minor Impact Offenses
These are relatively minor issues that affect daily business but require management to step in. 

Examples:
Being late
Poor attendance
Using obscene language
Unsatisfactory work performance.

A supervisor will typically provide counseling or a written notice. These stay on an employee's record for two years (p. 1).

Group Two: Serious Misconduct
These acts are more severe and significantly impact how an agency operates.

Examples
Failing to follow a supervisor's instructions
Violatione where there is no threat of bodily harm
Leaving work without permission.

A formal written notice and can include a suspension of ten days. These records stay active for three years (p. 1).

Group Three: Most Serious Offenses
These are the most severe violations that have a major impact on agency operations. This category specifically includes

The abuse or neglect of clients
Physical violence
Falsifying records
Being absent for 4+ days wout authorization (1-2)

Immediate discharge from employment. If an employee is not fired, they may face a 30-day suspension or a demotion. These notices remain active for four years (p. 1).

Note on Severity:
Agencies have the power to "bump up" an offense level if the circumstances are extreme. For example, a Group Two offense can be treated as a Group Three if it creates a unique or dangerous impact on the agency’s mission (p. 2).

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