The document discusses employee discipline. It defines discipline as teaching and training workers to develop self-control and be more effective. Discipline establishes standard behaviors, acts as a motivating and controlling force for employees, and can be positive or negative in nature. Maintaining proper discipline improves employee behavior, provides security, increases performance, and boosts organizational profits by creating a friendly work environment where employees are motivated to perform efficiently. An effective disciplinary system requires knowledge of rules, prompt and fair action, private procedures, constructive approaches, and fostering self-discipline.