The National Retail Association has developed the WORKPLACE
INVESTIGATIONS MASTERCLASS – a half-day intensive workshop. So you
need to look into the conduct of an employee, but don’t know where
to start. The ability to carry out an effective workplace
investigation is fast becoming an essential skill for any business
owner, manager, or HR professional.
The Fair Work Commission is losing patience over defective
investigations, and they are now becoming the difference in unfair
dismissal cases.
“The decision was ‘unsound, indefensible and ill founded’ and
based entirely on a hopelessly flawed investigation.” Horan v Tren
Trading Pty Ltd [2019] FWC 3249 per Sams DP
In consultation with leading workplace relations practitioners, the
National Retail Association has developed the Workplace Investigations
Masterclass – a half-day intensive workshop where participants will
obtain hands-on experience by conducting their own mock investigation.
Whether you are new to workplace investigations, or simply want to
keep up-to-date with best practice, the Workplace Investigations
Masterclass is tailored to suit all skill levels. The workshop will
cover the rules of engagement for investigators, as well as practical
skills including:
* drafting clear and concise letters of allegation;
* effective interviewing techniques; and
* dealing with misconduct during the investigation.
All participants will receive complimentary resources for use in their
own investigations, including three template letters and a template
investigation report, normally priced at over $750 (over 50% off).
“While it is true that procedural defects will not necessarily
render a dismissal unfair, in this case I am satisfied that the lack
of an appropriate investigation and the involvement of Mr Snook in the
investigation means little confidence can be had in the investigation
process (as it was). This casts substantial doubt over the outcome of
that process.”
Emery v City of Stirling [2018] FWC 6853 per Bissett C
business
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