BEST PRACTICE INVESTIGATIONS: FACT FINDING VS FACT GATHERING

We provide onsite and public training both tailored for the organisation and for LEO and in house clients.

OVERVIEW

Course Overview
This course is designed to provide learners with an increased understanding of the rules that guide an investigation, understand how to commence an investigation and the milestones involved in the process.

Learners will become familiar with how to investigate thoroughly and have knowledge of how to respond appropriately to an investigation.
Module Length
2 x 3 Hours.

COURSE OUTLINE

DAY 1

INTRODUCTION

Types of Workplace Investigations
Stages of an investigation
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THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP

The Legislative Foundations of An Investigation
Code of Practise
HSA Code of Practise
Importance of Policies
Relevant Case Law
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act
Racial Discrimination Case Law
Stages of an Investigation

PREPARING FOR AN INVESTIGATION MEETING

CONSTITUTIONAL FAIRNESS

FORMAL INVESTIGATION

Rules of Natural Justice
Sources of an allegation
What is the specific allegation?
Evidence gathering

INFORMAL PRE-DISCIPLINARY COUNSELLING DISUCSSION

COMMENCING THE PROCESS

Suspension
Terms of Reference

OUR NEXT SESSION

Q&A

DAY 2

FACT GATHERING V FACT FINDING

Fact gathering

MEETINGS

Timeframes
Objective bias
Invite
Opening the investigation meeting
Note taking
Preparing questions – the funnel method
At the meeting
Paper trail
Outcome Stage/ Sanction
Appeal

CASE LAW

OTHER

Dealing with Non-Employees
Difficult meetings
Top Tips
Summary

Q&A

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Develop a greater understanding of the investigatory processes

Develop confidence to carry out an investigation correctly

Gain an understanding of case law and how it shapes each investigation

Gain knowledge on structuring questions

Gain an understanding of the importance of a paper trail

Develop confidence and preparedness to carry out the procedure remotely

PROVIDING HR SUPPORT FOR ALMOST 20 YEARS

The workshops are clear, engaging and interactive throughout. The facilitators are friendly, professional and always available to discuss the contents of the courses and our needs. It has been evident that the team at the HR Suite put great effort into identifying gaps, into designing relevant and useful workshops.

Delphine Coudray

Animation SkillNet

The HR Suite delivered Dignity & Respect Training for our entire staff. We found it beneficial, team-building positive and very well received. We found the training service was excellent and delivery was professionally executed. I would highly recommend the Caroline & team at The HR Suite.

Seán Ó Murchú

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