Workplace Investigation Skills

AIMS:

• To examine the purpose and format of workplace investigations and the responsibilities of the investigating officer, in the context of the law and organisational policies and procedures
• To enhance or refresh knowledge and skills and develop confidence in conducting thorough and objective investigations
• To identify potential outcomes and understand how to reach fair conclusions

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Having attended this training programme participants will be able to: –

• Understand the background and context of workplace investigations
• Apply a fair and rigorous investigation framework – structure, roles and guiding principles
• Manage all aspects of an investigation effectively including planning, interviewing, gathering other evidence and reporting
• Enhance, refresh and practise skills in preparing interview questions and conducting interviews to establish the facts
• Produce appropriate investigation documentation and understand potential next steps
• Develop competence in evaluating information gathered and in reaching fair, defendable decisions

This is a two day in person course and will be held in the Greater Manchester area.