Overview
Employers should conduct workplace investigations on the premise that every complaint has the potential to be a lawsuit. Your investigative report should be taken seriously and must have a clear paper trail of evidence. This training will provide attendees with comprehensive steps to take to ensure that their investigative reports demonstrate the employer took the complaint seriously and responded with the appropriate action.
Why you should Attend
Writing the investigative report following a workplace complaint is just as important as the investigation itself. Your documentation is critical to ensuring that you can appropriately respond to requests from regulatory agencies and legal entities should the time arise. Investigative reports are typically summoned following a formal complaint and are the basis for determining whether an allegation was substantiated.
Areas Covered in the Session
- How to prevent drawing conclusions before all the facts are available
- Best practices for collecting evidence
- How to handle credibility concerns and inconsistencies
- Ways to ensure the employer's policies are well documented and align with the investigation
- Critical steps to take to close the investigation and make a formal recommendation
- Tips for writing a thorough investigative report
Who Will Benefit
- HR Professionals
- HR Executives
- CEO's
- HR Business Partners
- HR Directors
- HR Generalists
- Business Owners
- Safety Directors and Managers
Speaker Profile
Racquel L. Harris is the President and Chief Strategy Officer at R.L. Harris & Associates, LLC, bringing over 25 years of executive-level experience to her role. With dual certifications in Human Resources and Risk Management, she also holds a BA in Organizational Communication from Indiana University and an MBA from Purdue University. Currently, Racquel is pursuing her Doctorate in Strategic Leadership.
She has a deep understanding of the pivotal role training plays within an organization and excels in strategic planning and execution, skills she honed during her tenure as President of the Michiana Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and on the Indiana SHRM State Council.
Racquel is an expert in labor relations, federal and state employment laws, and aligning human resources practices with organizational objectives. Known in the community as a servant leader, she has received multiple accolades, including the Martin Luther King Drum Major Award from former Mayor Jeff Rea, the "40 under 40" recognition by the St. Joseph County Chamber of Commerce, the Seven Seals Award from the ESGR, and the Michiana SHRM Leader of the Year Award.
Her commitment to community service is further demonstrated through her roles on several boards and committees In addition to her professional work, Racquel frequently volunteers her time offering professional skills training to help individuals prepare for employment. She remains dedicated to supporting the growth and success of others.
Instructor
Racquel L. Harris