Managing investigations

In this half day course, aimed at Managers and Supervisors, delegates will learn how to define what an investigation is, understand the relevant points of employment law and state the key stages of an investigation and who should conduct them. Delegates will learn how to conduct a thorough and structured investigation from start to finish, within the current law.

Course content

The course will include the following subjects:

• What is an investigation?
• When is an investigation required?
• ACAS Code of practice – the critical role of investigations in discipline and grievance matters
• Who should investigate and what is the investigators’ role
  

The investigation process:

• Preparation
• Handling an investigation meeting
• Gathering evidence
• Producing a report
• Determining next steps

By completing this course, delegates will be able to:

Successfully conduct a workplace investigation from planning to execution, whilst remaining within the law