Seminar Mgt 205
Investigations: Why, How and by Whom
Course Content:
Recent Court decisions have indicated that it is an employer’s duty to conduct a proper investigation in a timely manner when there are claims of wrong-doing, harassment and/or discrimination in the workplace.
You will learn how to:
- Avoid the legal “land mines” attendant with investigations
- Plan an investigation strategy that allows you to effectively and efficiently interview the complainant, the accused and appropriate witnesses while getting the real story
- Work with the various internal departments and legal counsel regarding the investigative process
- Maintain confidentiality when working with outside subject matter experts, agencies and others as appropriate
- Take the critical steps necessary to ensure that your organization is not at risk
- Compile and analyze physical, documentary and non-physical evidence
- Prepare a draft of your final report with appropriate recommendations and actions to be taken
- Manage the workplace and external media information process
Who should attend:
Human resources professionals, managers and individuals charged with the task of properly conducting and documenting investigations.