This Training discusses effective investigation techniques in workplaces and academic environments. It covers various topics including when an investigation is necessary, confidentiality, and attorney-client privilege. It addresses key steps in an investigation, including selecting an investigator, conducting interviews, reviewing evidence, making credibility assessments and issuing fact findings that will withstand scrutiny. It is targeted toward individuals serving in human resources, legal, compliance, or leadership roles.
Topics covered:
- Well-trained, impartial, fair, and culturally competent investigators
- Implicit/unconscious bias undermining investigations
- Microaggressions/micro affirmations
- Investigation triggers
- Proper responses to complaints/concerns raised
- Recognizing and preventing retaliatory actions
- Attorney-client/attorney work product privileges
- Compliant confidentiality instructions
The Training also includes a review of the investigation steps, such as:
- Planning the investigation
- Selecting the investigation tools and preserving evidence
- Conducting the interviews
- Assessing credibility
- Analyzing evidence
- Reaching a conclusion
- Documenting the investigation
- Communicating the results and monitoring/follow-up
Location: On-site or virtual
Length: 3-4 hours
KSB Law can assist Employers with updating policies and practices in the areas covered in this Training. Modifications to the training session can be made to meet the employer’s priorities and time considerations.
