The Workplace Institute has delivered workplace investigation courses to hundreds of Human Resources and other professionals engaged in workplace investigations across Canada. The courses teach the skills necessary to conduct rigorous workplace investigations that will withstand scrutiny. They use recent case studies from the workplace world. They cover how to effectively plan a workplace investigation, conduct thorough interviews, assess evidence fairly and write clear and concise investigative reports.
We also cover how to investigate in an unionized environment, manage confidentiality issues and allegations of reprisal, as well as discuss best practices when dealing with whistleblowers.
The courses are accredited for CPD by Human Resources professional associations and Law Societies across Canada. Check out the courses here:
- How To Investigate: The Fundamentals Of Effective Fact-Finding
- Investigative Interviewing
- Report Writing for Investigators
- How to Use the Internet as an Investigative Tool
- How to Prepare for the Hearing, Adjudication or Trial
Customized Courses
The Workplace Institute designs and delivers customized workplace investigation courses for private and public sector organizations. The courses include a scenario, tailored to the client’s workplace, which is used for exercises throughout the course.
Our courses focus on the practical – using real life examples to deal with the complexities and challenges of investigating in the workplace.
Whether you are looking for a valuable refresher for experienced Human Resources and internal workplace investigators, or a comprehensive investigative guide for the less seasoned we can help you ensure your workplace investigations are well executed and will stand up to scrutiny.
Contact us for details!
bjaworski@workplaceinstitute.org
416-704-3517
Excellent presenter. Relevant, current examples / court cases. Practical advice. Intelligent information. Great of humour
-Human Resource Advisor, Trent Hills Family Health Team
The area of interview questions was particularly useful
-Director of Human Resources, Municipality of North Cowichan
Great case study
– Human Resources Manager, Molson Coors
Great additional knowledge for my job
-HR Advisor, Glencore
All material was useful. Facilitator was engaging and kept participants involved
-Senior HR Advisor, Golder Associates
Well planned and delivered. (The instructor) is excellent
–Human Resources, Revera Inc.
Exceptional, informative session that has improved my work methods significantly
-Occupational Health and Safety, Government of Alberta
Great content and delivery
-HR Advisor, Holcim Canada
Great course. The instructor passionately shared his knowledge and experience – so helpful
-Vice President, Collins Barrow Consultants
Useful – looking forward to sharing with my team
-National Health and Safety Director, GFL Environmental
Very informative and interesting
-Team Leader,Human Resources – RCMP
Very good. Enjoyed the incorporation of the videos
Very insightful and useful information. Enjoyed the hands on perspective
–Human Resources Consultant, Labour Relations – Prairie North Health Region
I really enjoyed how down to earth (the instructor) was – it made it easy to learn and absorb the information! The presentation handouts have been an excellent resource and I highly recommend any of Gareth’s workshops.
-Workplace Investigator, Kamloops BC
Great course – I enjoyed the instructor’s real life experience
-Violence and Risk Management Office – Ryerson University
Excellent programme!
-Staff Officer Grievances, Power Workers Union
Great overview of basic principles
-Program Director, Violence and Risk Management, Ryerson University
An excellent and informative session
-Director Western Region Human Resources, DND/CF Health Services
I really liked the investigative planning part, the exercise and the material
-Human Resources Manager, Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association
Very good course. Mr. Jones was excellent in maintaining my interest. His stories were interesting and useful.
– Senior Labour Relations Advisor: Passport Canada
Excellent facilitation – high energy and video clips kept engagement and interest
– Human Resources Manager, Epcor Utilities Inc
Great materials
-Human Resources Supervisor, Glencore, Kidd Operations