Appeal Process -

a. The subject of any disciplinary action will be permitted to appeal the decision to an appeal panel. A separate 3-person appeal panel will be established to hear arguments relating to the disciplinary panel. The appeal must be heard within 7 days of receiving the notice of appeal.

b. Any sanctions or suspensions will remain in effect until the completion of the appeal process.

c. Prior to the establishment of an appeal panel the following conditions of the notice of appeal must be met: i. The disciplinary committee receives written notice from the subject of discipline within 5 days of the notice of judgement. ii. The written notice must contain a clear and concise summary stating the grounds for appeal. iii. A $300 appeal fee is payable to FSMH to cover the additional costs of the appeal hearing.

d. An appeal will only be considered if the accused can provide evidence: i. The intent of FSMH procedures were not followed. ii. There were facts of documents that were not originally provided through the initial disciplinary hearing. iii. There was bias or conflict of interest by investigator or the Disciplinary Committee.

FSMH Complaint Resolution Form