Workplace Investigations

Practical guidance on legal and best practice requirements when conducting a workplace investigation

Introduction

In the current recession, where employment disputes are on the increase and the outcome of employment proceedings uncertain, understanding how to conduct a thorough, early investigation is essential for all HR professionals to ensure that problems are nipped in the bud and large employment claims avoided.

Would an investigation that you carried out stand up to scrutiny in an employment tribunal?

An important part of the investigation process is being able to ask searching questions. Most managers are aware of the types of questions to ask; however, intellectual awareness is not enough. Relatively few people can question rigorously, consistently and effectively, which is fundamental to a really good investigation.

Throughout the seminar, there are a number of exercises that return to the same theme, helping delegates identify and practice the areas they need to work on.

Delivered by a trainer who regularly carries out investigations into both disciplinary and grievance matters, this workshop will help you understand and apply investigation techniques and increase the depth and quality of your organisation’s investigation process.

Event details


Date:

Tuesday 24 April 2012

Location:

Lion Court
London, WC1V 6NY

Benefits

Seminar highlights:

  • Understanding the role of an investigation in the disciplinary and grievance process
  • Getting to grips with the ACAS guidelines and best practice principles
  • How to conduct an investigation – dos and don’ts
  • How to take a witness statement and handling difficult witnesses
  • Looking at the preparations required before carrying out a disciplinary or grievance hearing
  • Interactive case study throughout using "real life" scenarios

Who Should Attend

Please circulate to:

  • HR professionals
  • Operations Managers in larger companies
  • Owners of small and medium sized businesses