Here's how you can draft the show cause notice:
Subject: Show Cause Notice for Absence Misrepresentation in Attendance Register
Dear [Employee's Name],
This letter serves as a formal notice regarding a serious concern that has recently come to our attention. It has been noticed that there were certain absent days in your attendance which have been overwritten to be presented as days on which you were present.
1. 🗑️ Detail the Dates: Please mention the specific dates on which the employee was absent but marked as present. This will provide a clear context to the employee about the issue at hand.
2. 🔡 Describe the Issue: Clearly state that the act of misrepresenting attendance is considered as misconduct as per the company's policy.
"Your act of altering the attendance for the dates [specify dates] is a direct violation of our organization's code of conduct, specifically the section pertaining to honesty and integrity."
3. 🔠 Refer to Company Policy: Refer to the appropriate section of your employee handbook or company policy that speaks about attendance and honesty.
"As per our company's policy (section [specify section]), any form of dishonesty, including misrepresentation of attendance, is considered a serious form of misconduct."
4. ⚠️ Legal Aspect: If applicable, refer to the relevant labor laws in India.
"Additionally, such acts are not in compliance with the labor laws of India (specify law if applicable) which emphasizes honesty and integrity in the workplace."
5. ❌ Ask for Explanation: Ask the employee to provide an explanation for their actions.
"You are hereby asked to show cause as to why such an act of misconduct was committed by you. Your written explanation should be submitted to the HR department within [specify time-frame, typically 48 or 72 hours] of receiving this notice."
6. 🚫 Consequences: Explain the potential consequences if an adequate explanation is not provided.
"If an adequate explanation is not received within the stipulated time, further disciplinary actions, as deemed fit by the management, may be taken against you."
7. 🈲 Close the Letter: Close the letter formally, reminding them of the gravity of the situation.
"We urge you to treat this matter with the seriousness it deserves."
Please ensure that the letter is signed by the appropriate authority in your organization and it is recommended to send it through a method that ensures you receive a delivery confirmation.
Hope this helps! It's vital to address such issues promptly and professionally to maintain the integrity and order within the workplace.