Conducting HR Investigations Training Course

Learn how to conduct effective investigations with this engaging half day Conducting Investigations training course.

Investigating a disciplinary or grievance matter is a key stage of the process and one that often is overlooked and actually has serious implications in an Employment Tribunal, if carried out incorrectly.

Knowing how to carry out a full and thorough investigation in the workplace to enable clear decision making and demonstrating a full and fair process to employees is fundamental.

This investigation training course will provide essential grounding in all aspects of how best to manage the investigation process, in line with best practice, thereby minimising the risk of Employment Tribunal claims.

This is an interactive workshop, allowing delegates to discuss and practise the techniques and steps required to carry out an effective investigation.

Conducting Investigations. A step by step guide to Investigation Meetings

Duration:

This is a half-day Conducting Investigations training course

Who is it for?

This course is suitable for individuals who have responsibility for managing others and carrying out investigations.

Course aim:

The aim of this Conducting Investigations course is to enable delegates to carry out a full investigation process with confidence.

On completion of this Conducting Investigations training course, delegates will be able to:

  • Explain how an investigation interview should run
  • Plan an interview process, asking the right questions as well as understanding the ones to avoid
  • Conduct ‘best practice’ process
  • Confidently carry out a full disciplinary and grievance investigation
  • Know where to look for further updates, information and when to ask for assistance

This Conducting Investigations course covers:

  • Introduction
  • Planning an Investigation
  • When to suspend and the suspension procedures
  • Preparing for an investigation/roles & responsibilities
  • Investigation Techniques
  • Conducting the Interview
  • The investigation report

You may also be interested in our Grievance and Disciplinary training course.

The benefits of Investigations Training

Investigations training is vital to help managers and employees build the skills needed to carry out fair and effective investigations. Designed with a key focus on misconduct and grievances, this course encourages thorough and impartial investigations, ensuring integrity in the workplace.

Upon completion of this investigations training course, employees will have the skills to plan and carry out investigations, make fair and just judgements and create a clear investigation report. This ensures company policies are adhered to and reduces the chance of legal repercussions. It also fosters an environment where employees feel secure, knowing that any grievances will be fully investigated and dealt with without bias.

In addition, effective investigations can prevent smaller issues from escalating, preventing workplace conflict, improving morale and protecting your company’s reputation.