Problem: Mandy and Darci both work in the assembly plant. Recently, an internal investigation that followed best practice for investigations, found Mandy and Darci had engaged in misconduct. The investigator found that the pair had stolen materials from the workplace. The materials included lumber that were on site to create crates to transport the engines. There was also missing metal from the scrap pile. The manager has asked for guidance as to whether termination is possible.
What advice would you provide, as an HR consultant, for each employee? The response requires that students reference to course materials from multiple modules including legislation and case law.