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Workplace Investigations: Top 7 questions answered
When faced with employee disciplinary matters, sensitive or complex employee complaints, or instances where someone has “blown the whistle”, it’s vital to establish the facts, investigate properly and reach a fair decision.
Join our experts Naomi and Rose as they answer 7 key questions about workplace investigation.
Questions answered include (timings in bold):
1. 0:00 When should an employer carry out a workplace investigation?
2. 3:30 Why may it help to have an external agency carry out the workplace investigation?
3. 7:21 What should and should not be part of the investigation?
4. 11:30 Should the person who is being investigated be suspended while the investigation is being carried out?
5. 13:13 Can witness interviews be kept confidential?
6. 18:37 Can we record interviews?
7. 22:53 Do investigations benefit from legal advice privilege?