D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 14, § 7139
7139.1 The degree of discipline shall be reasonably related to the seriousness of the offense, and take into consideration the employee's past record. Wherever practicable, disciplinary actions shall be progressive. The following measures are listed in degrees of severity as a means of progressive discipline:
SOURCE: Notice of Final Rulemaking published at 42 DCR 6914, 6934 (December 8, 1995).