What you need to know before starting
When a workplace disciplinary or grievance issue is raised, employers should carry out an investigation.
Investigation is the first step in addressing a concern about an employee or a concern an employee has raised with you.
Investigations should be used:
When an alleged misconduct has been raised
If an employer believes an employee’s performance needs to improve
When an employee raises a grievance
Avoiding conflict, being clear and informing the appropriate people are all necessary when beginning an investigation.
The person carrying out the investigation should not be involved in the issue. In addition, the person carrying out the investigation needs to be different to the person conducting any disciplinary or grievance procedures.
Inform your employee an investigation is taking place and provide them with a copy of the relevant internal procedure.
Inform your employee of approximate timescales and specify next steps.
In limited circumstances it may be unwise to inform your employee of the investigation.
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