Investigations
how to conduct a proper workplace investigation
In cases involving allegations of harassment or workplace safety violations, California employers must conduct a proper workplace investigation. Onsite HR professionals may, by California law, perform an internal investigation. if you don't have a trained person on your team, you must use a private investigator or licensed attorney.
Learning Objectives
Focus will be on investigations for HR professionals and managers qualified to perform workplace investigations under the California Business & Professions Code.
- California Private Investigator Act
- How to conduct the investigation
- When you do the investigation and when to turn it over to your attorney.
- How to conduct an ethical and legal investigation
- Critical documentation
- Critical follow up
- Closing the investigation