Self Paced | Team Training | Open Workshop*
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Master workplace investigations: From initial response to final report
Transform your approach to workplace investigations with this comprehensive program designed for workplace relations specialists, HR business partners, those who oversee or engage workplace investigators and managers who are participating in the investigation process. Participants learn to conduct thorough, fair and legally sound investigations that protect both employees and organisational interests.
Program overview
This practical program guides you through the complete investigation lifecycle, from initial complaint assessment to final report delivery. You'll develop the critical skills needed to handle sensitive workplace matters with confidence and professionalism.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Confidently determine when formal investigations are necessary
- Create thorough investigation plans that withstand scrutiny
- Handle evidence professionally and maintain its integrity
- Conduct effective interviews that yield reliable information
- Make well-reasoned findings based on available evidence
- Produce professional investigation reports that support organisational decision-making
This practical program guides you through the critical stages of workplace investigations, from initial complaint assessment through to final outcomes.
You'll learn to recognise investigation triggers, develop robust investigation plans and gather compelling evidence through systematic collection and witness interviews. Moving beyond basic fact-finding, you'll master evidence analysis techniques to evaluate credibility and identify patterns, leading to well-reasoned conclusions.
The program culminates in developing clear, defensible investigation reports that support organisational decision-making. Throughout each stage, you'll gain practical tools and templates to conduct investigations that are thorough, fair and stand up to scrutiny.
As General Counsel at AHEIA, Lachlan brings comprehensive expertise across business-critical legal domains, with particular depth in employment law and workplace relations.
Drawing on extensive experience conducting workplace investigations and representing universities at the Fair Work Commission, he provides strategic guidance on complex employee relations matters and misconduct investigations.
His unique perspective combines years of in-house counsel experience within the higher education sector and with his current role advising AHEIA's member universities.
His practice encompasses enterprise bargaining, defamation, human rights, privacy law and commercial contracting, complemented by significant experience in policy development and intellectual property matters.
With a proven track record in managing complex legal challenges, he offers comprehensive guidance in research, innovation, and corporate risk management, ensuring organisations navigate modern business challenges while maintaining legal compliance and operational excellence.
Have questions? Our team is happy to discuss how this program can benefit you and your organisation. Register your interest today:
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