Disciplinary Investigation
Disciplinary Investigation
A disciplinary investigation will normally take place when an employee is suspected of misconduct or any wrongdoing and this will be at the start of any disciplinary action. The investigation should be used as a fact-finding exercise to establish the facts of the case and decide whether or not any further action is required.
The investigating manager should be someone who is not involved in the incident/reason for the investigation.
The types of checks that could take place during an investigation may include:
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Whether there is any relevant documentation on our file, eg previous and relevant warnings, and whether these are still “in date”
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Consulting any relevant managers who may have knowledge of the employee in order to help establish facts
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Identifying / interviewing witnesses as soon as possible to establish their version of events
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Conduct an investigatory interview with the you, if appropriate, to establish the facts
Castle Associates can assist employers by reviewing, evaluating and discussing the evidence against the employee and attempt to pre-determine what the outcome of the case will be; saving you valuable time.
