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Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations Webinar

By attending this webinar Participants will receive information and practical advice on how to handle an investigation effectively

Course Description/Agenda

Missteps in handling sensitive employee issues could result in your organization writing a check with a lot of zeros on it. How companies investigate potential misconduct can affect the company's reputation as well as its bottom line.

Cultural and generational diversity is changing the landscape of the US workforce. That diversity can become fuel for all types of litigation. Understanding how to effectively conduct workplace investigations can greatly reduce the chances of your organization being sued.

Why you should attend:

Participants will receive information and practical advice on how to handle an investigation effectively. Participants will be better prepared to determine what circumstances prompted the investigation, the importance of dealing with problems early, enforcement of company policies, knowing the right questions to ask and steps to take to protect your company from future lawsuits.

Areas Covered in the Session:

What prompts a workplace investigation?
Various types of complaints
Steps to take to ensure a successful investigation
Conducting investigations
Documentation chain of custody
Legal obligations in conducting internal investigations
Reviewing the complaint
Gathering evidence
Conducting effective witness interviews
Gathering testimonial evidence
Preparing and writing an investigative report
Preparation for meeting with decision makers
Concluding the investigation
Handling post-investigation issues

Who Will Benefit

Senior Leadership
Human Resources Managers & Supervisors
Line Managers & Supervisors
Compliance Professionals

Instructor:

Diane L. Dee, President of Advantage HR Consulting, has over 25 years of experience in the Human Resources arena. Diane's background includes experience in HR consulting and administration in corporate, government, consulting and pro bono environments. Diane founded Advantage HR Consulting in early 2016. Under Diane's leadership, Advantage HR provides comprehensive, cost-effective Human Resources solutions for small to mid-sized firms in the greater Chicagoland area. Additionally, Diane conducts webinars on a wide-variety of HR topics for various training firms across the country.

Diane holds a Master Certificate in Human Resources from Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations and has attained SPHR, SHRM-SCP, sHRBP and HRPM® certification.

Diane is a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners and the Society for Human Resource Management. Additionally, Diane performs pro bono work through the Taproot Foundation assisting non-profit clients by integrating their Human Resources goals with their corporate strategies.

More Webinar Information

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Course Summary	By attending this webinar Participants will receive information and practical advice on how to handle an investigation effectively
Delivery Method	Virtual Classroom (Live)
Who Should Attend	• Senior Leadership • Human Resources Managers & Supervisors • Line Managers & Supervisors • Compliance Professionals