When an employee engages in inappropriate behavior or action at work, a manager or supervisor may issue them a verbal warning known as an oral reprimand. There are several reasons why people give oral reprimands. It allows the supervisor to voice their grievances in a manner that is appreciated by the person who is receiving the notice as well as by other staff members. This ensures that the incident is not noted on the employee’s record and enables the supervisor or the individual to attempt to settle the matter without having to complete the formal paperwork.
