Ticket sales will end on Wednesday 16 March to allow time for course materials to be posted.

Date and Duration: The course will be run over two half-day sessions -
Wednesday 30 March and Thursday 31 March from 9:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Online via Zoom - details sent a week prior to the event

Suited for: HR executives, HR Managers, Business Owners, People and Culture Managers, Directors, HR Business partners and anyone responsible for managing employees or dealing with workplace complaints.

This session is conducted subject to everyone agreeing to the Chatham House Rules which means that participants can use the information in practice in their business but should not identify any organisation, individual or information that can be used to identify them.

Presenter: Dianne Hollyoak, Director, Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA)

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Course Overview

Ensuring workplace investigations are carried out fairly and appropriately is essential since poor investigations (and potentially unsound findings) could present significant legal risk and liability for you and your organisation.

We've seen numerous cases in the media recently where initial investigations have been carried out poorly, resulting in significant fall-out for the organisation and executives involved. Upskill now and join this specialised training to provide executives with a deeper understanding of workplace investigations.

With a mix of theory, case studies and exercises, you'll walk away with the confidence and knowledge of what to do if an investigation is required in your workplace.

This course will focus on:

Fundamental rules on workplace investigations
Understanding the process - when, how, who?
Short form vs full form investigations
Gathering and analysing evidence - best practice tips
Interview techniques
Drafting the report
Third parties - when you need them
Investigations gone wrong - case studies to learn from

If you are responsible for any aspect of workplace investigations - up skill now and be prepared!

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8:45 am - Zoom waiting room opens
9:00 am - Training commences
12:30 pm - Training concludes
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About the trainer

Dianne Hollyoak
Director
Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA)

With more than 21 years experience in employment and workplace law, Dianne provides employers with strategic and practical advice on negotiation of workplace agreements, industrial disputes, restructuring, counselling, discipline and termination of employees, unfair dismissal, general protection claims, grievances, discrimination, bullying and harassment, transfer of business and restraint of trade.

Prior to joining Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors, she was Partner and Special Counsel at leading national firms based at their Brisbane and Newcastle offices. Having also run her own company as a specialist in industrial relations and employment services and held positions in corporations acting as advisor on industrial relations, she brings a unique understanding of the complexities around workplace and industrial law.

Dianne is an astute negotiator and strategist, focussing on delivering the best outcomes for clients and their businesses.

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FAQs

What's included in the price?

Course training booklet will be sent via post. Please provide the address when booking, and please provide your home address if working from home and would like it sent there.

Who can attend?

This course is open to all organisations excluding other legal service providers.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Contact Catriona Johnston on 02 9466 4340 or catriona.johnston@ablawyers.com.au

What's the refund policy?

Participants will receive a full refund if they cancel at least seven (7) business days prior to the scheduled event. However, if participants cancel less than seven (7) business days before the event, no refund will be made. The place can be transferred to another member of the paid organisation. No-shows or cancellations after 7 days will receive the course training material and supporting documents. If there are insufficient participants, we reserve the right to cancel the event and participants will be transferred to another module of equal value or receive a full refund at their election. We will give three business days’ notice of any such cancellation.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes, you will also be required to provide your proof of Identification.

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