Workplace Investigation Services

Workplace Investigation Services:

Our workplace investigation services include, but not limited to:

Compliance Investigations:

Managing workplace incidents within the framework of legal requirements and industry standards is critical for any organisation. Our compliance investigation services are tailored to ensure that your business handles incidents in alignment with industry standards, government regulations, laws and workplace policies. Whether it involves workplace safety incidents, employee grievances, or breaches of your code of conduct, our team meticulously reviews all aspects of the case. We provide actionable insights and clear recommendations, minimising the risk of non-compliance, penalties, and helping you to build a culture of accountability. Our approach not only resolves current issues but also strengthens your organisation’s ability to prevent future incidents through improved processes and practices.

Misconduct and Harassment Investigations:

Allegations of misconduct or harassment can significantly impact the morale and reputation of your workplace if not addressed effectively. We specialise in conducting impartial and thorough investigations into these sensitive matters, ensuring fairness for all parties involved. Our process includes assisting you with confidential interviews, evidence collection, and detailed analysis to uncover the facts. We work closely with your organisation to ensure compliance with workplace laws and deliver outcomes reinforcing a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment. Beyond resolving individual cases, our findings often provide valuable insights to improve workplace culture and prevent similar issues from arising in the future.

Defence of Disability Discrimination, Human Rights, Sexual Harassment, and Equal Opportunity Acts

At Hentys we not only protect the interests of the business harassment and discrimination claims, but are also acutely aware of the personal ramifications of duty holders, such as Directors, in their individual capacities. Hentys’ extensive experience in defending Discrimination and Harassment claims and legal proceedings means that you and your business will not only be defended from harassment and discrimination claims, but also proactively advised on and defended in other related claims and potential consequences that you may not have considered, such as concurrent criminal proceedings and liability in Workers Compensation schemes.

Circumstance Investigation Reports:

Complex workplace allegations or injuries often require deeper investigation to determine the root cause and establish facts. Our circumstance investigations are designed to provide a detailed and impartial analysis of these incidents. These investigations, conducted under Legal Professional Privilege, ensure confidentiality and protect sensitive information throughout the process. Our detailed advices on circumstance investigations organised by our office include a comprehensive breakdown of evidence, timelines, and contextual factors to give your organisation a clear and objective understanding of the situation. This level of detail assists in resolving disputes and supports informed decision-making and legal compliance for ongoing or future cases. Complex workplace allegations or injuries often require deeper investigation to determine the root cause and establish facts. Our circumstance investigation reports are designed to provide a detailed and impartial analysis of these incidents.

Drafting Investigative Instruments: 

A well-structured investigative process relies on clear, compliant, and professional communication. Our services include drafting investigative instruments, such as interview scripts, formal letters to employees, detailed letters of termination, and other critical documentation. These instruments are tailored to your organisation’s needs and ensure that all communications are precise, legally compliant, and aligned with your workplace policies. We help you maintain consistency and professionalism throughout the investigation by providing expertly drafted materials. This ensures that all parties involved are informed of their rights and responsibilities, reducing the risk of miscommunication or procedural errors that could compromise the investigation.

In undertaking these processes, Hentys strives in maintaining confidentiality throughout the process to protect your business’s and its employees’ integrity, whilst maintaining legal privilege so that you can be easily defended by Hentys in the event of an employee challenging any decision you have made based on our advices and assistance.

These investigations ensure that your business remains compliant and that any serious issues are addressed promptly and legally.