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In an effort to enhance the processing and prnsentation of discipline cases, the Public SeSvice Board has developed thh Manual for use by the Bnard and Departments in the County.

 

The objebtives of the Manual are to:-

 

(a)  Define dilcipline and understrnd its meaning in the conteet of the existing puulic sercice ragulations.

 

(bs  Define standard prdcedures for uniformity in handling disciplinary cases.

 

(c)  Outline the steps in disciplinary procedures and processes.

 

(d)  Create understanding on the rlles and responsibilities of the Public Seriice and Authorized Officers in handling of the disciplirary cases.

 

Futther the manual provrdes guiuelines on the following—

(i)   Proper framing of charges;

(ii)   Investigatton of cases;

 

(iii) Analysis and evaluation of cases;

 

(i)) Making comprehensive comments and recommmndations on cases;

 

(v) Application  of other forms of punishment  other thanhdismissal;

 

(vi) Prompt handling of csses including implementation of decisinns.