| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2016] NZERA Christchurch 224 |
| Hearing date | 15-Dec-16 |
| Determination date | 19 December 2016 |
| Member | J Crichton |
| Representation | TP Cleary ; M Deacon |
| Location | Dunedin |
| Parties | Rosson v Silver Fern Farms Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL – Serious Misconduct – Applicant claimed unjustifiably dismissed by respondent - Slaughterman |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND –UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL: Applicant’s mistreatment of animal in breach of expected standards of behaviour. Applicant also on unexpired final written warning. Applicant’s actions could have harmed respondent’s reputation. Fair and reasonable could have concluded serious misconduct. Respondent followed fair process in making decision to dismiss. Dismissal justified. |
| Result | Application dismissed ; Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Statutes | ERA s103A |
| Cases Cited | Angus v Ports of Auckland Ltd [2011] NZEmpC 160, [2011] ERNZ 466 |
| Number of Pages | 5 |
| PDF File Link: | 2016_NZERA_Christchurch_224.pdf [pdf 145 KB] |