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[Company name] wants to retain you as a team member. However, some changes to your behavior at work are needed to ensure your employment can continue.\u000b\u000bWe are issuing a written warning because you have failed to meet the performance we expect of you, as outlined in your terms of employment.\u000bSpecifically, [clearly state the unacceptable behavior or conduct] on [date]. On [date], you received a verbal warning for [state the unacceptable behavior or conduct]. This written warning marks an opportunity for you to correct your [unsatisfactory performance and/or behavior].\u000b\u000bFor your [performance/behavior] to be considered satisfactory, you must achieve and maintain the following performance standards. [Describe what the person must do to improve their behavior] by [insert the time frame according to your company policy—typically 12 months].\u000b\u000bYour failure to meet the conditions of this written warning, the development of new or related problems, and/or your continued unsatisfactory performance will lead to more serious corrective action—up to and including the termination of your employment.\u000bIf your behavior does not change, you will receive one additional final written warning before your employment here is terminated.\u000b\u000bWe believe that you add significant value to our company and hope you will work to improve your behavior.\u000b\u000bThis warning will be added to your employment record for [insert length of time—typically 6-12 months].\u000b\u000bPlease let me know if you have any questions or concerns and sign this letter to acknowledge receipt.\u000b\u000bManager\u000bPrint name: _____________\u000bSignature: _____________\u000bDate: _____________\u000b\u000bEmployee\u000bPrint name: _____________\u000bSignature: _____________\u000bDate: _____________\n\u000f\nTemplate #2: Final Written Warning\n[Company name and address]\u000b[Person’s first and last names]\u000b[Person’s job title]\u000b[First and last names of person’s supervisor or manager]\u000b[Date]\nSubject: Final written warning\u000b\u000bDear [First name],\u000b\u000b[Outline the expected behavior at work]\u000b[Detail the unacceptable behavior]\u000b[Detail the frequency of when the unacceptable behavior occurred]\u000b\u000bOn [date], you received a verbal warning for [state the unacceptable behavior].\u000bOn [date], you received a first written warning for [state the unacceptable behavior].\u000b\u000bAs advised at our meeting on [date], your performance has not improved and continues to be unsatisfactory.\u000b\u000bThis is a final written warning. If significant improvement in your behavior is not achieved by [date] and you continue to [behave inappropriately], we may terminate your employment.\u000b\u000bPlease let me know if you have any questions or concerns and sign this letter to acknowledge receipt.\u000b\u000bManager\u000bPrint name: _____________\u000bSignature: _____________\u000bDate: _____________\u000b\u000bEmployee\u000bPrint name: _____________\u000bSignature: _____________\u000bDate: _____________\n\u000f\nTemplate #3: Example of a Written Warning for Poor Performance\nDear [First name],\u000b\u000bWe are informing you that, based on our [company policy or performance requirement], you are officially failing to meet the performance measurements for your job for the following reasons:\u000b[List the reasons how and why the person isn’t performing up to expectations]\u000b\u000bAs a result, we need you to [outline your expectations and set timelines to meet the goals you list].\u000bIf we do not see these improvements, additional disciplinary action will occur—up to and including the termination of your employment.\u000b\u000bWe will add this warning to your employment record for [insert length of time—typically 6-12 months].\u000b\u000bPlease let me know if you have any questions or ","cbCaioR24VCCcYh9","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaioR24VCCcYh9","docx",61865,6,"English","# Template #1: First Written Warning\n# Template #2: Final Written Warning\n# Template #3: Example of a Written Warning for Poor Performance\n# Template #4: Example of a Written Warning for Unprofessional Behavior\n# Template #5: Example of a Written Warning for Attendance Issues","[{\"question\":\"What is included in a first written warning letter template?\",\"answer\":\"It includes company and employee information, the subject line, a description of the unacceptable conduct, reference to prior verbal warning, an opportunity to correct performance or behavior, improvement standards with a timeframe, and consequences if no change occurs.\"},{\"question\":\"When should an employee receive a final written warning?\",\"answer\":\"A final written warning is used when the employee’s performance or behavior remains unsatisfactory after meetings and a first written warning, and it specifies the date for required improvement and the possibility of termination if improvement is not achieved.\"},{\"question\":\"How do the templates ensure corrective action is properly documented?\",\"answer\":\"They require clear descriptions of the unacceptable behavior, dates of verbal and written warnings, expectations with timelines, acknowledgment by the employee, and a statement that the warning will be added to the employee’s employment record for a defined period.\"}]","Employee Written Warning Templates and Examples - HR disciplinary warning letters | DOCX"]