All Acas events on Discipline and grievance

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

People who don’t run a disciplinary procedure often can find it confusing and can worry about getting things right. It can also be a stressful experience for everyone involved.

However, disciplinary procedures are sometimes needed to help address issues with productivity, behaviour and performance. 

Handled effectively, a disciplinary procedure can:

• help identify and address underlying issues
• help set expectations 
• improve long-term working relationships

Our training is based on legal requirements as well as good practice outlined in the Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. 

This training will help you to run a fair and effective disciplinary procedure at work, and to approach the process with more confidence.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When a grievance is received it can feel like a serious problem has been presented and often they come unexpectedly. Managers can feel confronted and at times defensive. Emotions can often run high.

Well-handled grievances can help managers understand problems and work to resolve them early, with minimal disruption. They can also help improve working relationships and team dynamics.

This training will improve your skills in effectively handling grievances at work. It focuses on: 

• identifying the facts from emotions
• emotional intelligence and empathy
• working jointly to resolve issues

You will be become better at handling grievances objectively and with increased confidence.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

Conducting a fair hearing is often an essential next step following a fair investigation. 

The hearing is held to make a decision on the facts found during the investigation. And can relate to an employee’s attendance, behaviour or performance.

It’s important to conduct a hearing in a way that is:

• fair and impartial
• timely
• able to objectively explore underlying issues
• considerate of employee wellbeing

A well-run hearing can help employers maintain good relationships with their employees and can help both parties agree clear expectations moving forward. 

You will learn how to hold hearings in line with good practice and the law. The training is based on the Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When a grievance is received it can feel like a serious problem has been presented and often they come unexpectedly. Managers can feel confronted and at times defensive. Emotions can often run high.

Well-handled grievances can help managers understand problems and work to resolve them early, with minimal disruption. They can also help improve working relationships and team dynamics.

This training will improve your skills in effectively handling grievances at work. It focuses on: 

• identifying the facts from emotions
• emotional intelligence and empathy
• working jointly to resolve issues

You will be become better at handling grievances objectively and with increased confidence.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

People who don’t run a disciplinary procedure often can find it confusing and can worry about getting things right. It can also be a stressful experience for everyone involved.

However, disciplinary procedures are sometimes needed to help address issues with productivity, behaviour and performance. 

Handled effectively, a disciplinary procedure can:

• help identify and address underlying issues
• help set expectations 
• improve long-term working relationships

Our training is based on legal requirements as well as good practice outlined in the Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. 

This training will help you to run a fair and effective disciplinary procedure at work, and to approach the process with more confidence.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Conducting a fair hearing is often an essential next step following a fair investigation. 

The hearing is held to make a decision on the facts found during the investigation. And can relate to an employee’s attendance, behaviour or performance.

It’s important to conduct a hearing in a way that is:

• fair and impartial
• timely
• able to objectively explore underlying issues
• considerate of employee wellbeing

A well-run hearing can help employers maintain good relationships with their employees and can help both parties agree clear expectations moving forward. 

You will learn how to hold hearings in line with good practice and the law. The training is based on the Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Conducting a disciplinary hearing can be daunting. The skills and knowledge managers need to carry out an effective hearing can often be difficult to learn on the job.

Managers who can run a hearing well will be best placed to maintain a working relationship with an employee whilst:

• setting clear expectations
• reducing conflict
• creating a positive work and team environment
• reducing the risk of legal action

During this mock disciplinary event, you’ll learn by watching the process in action as trainers role play an example disciplinary hearing. You’ll be able to ask questions throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

People who don’t run a disciplinary procedure often can find it confusing and can worry about getting things right. It can also be a stressful experience for everyone involved.

However, disciplinary procedures are sometimes needed to help address issues with productivity, behaviour and performance. 

Handled effectively, a disciplinary procedure can:

• help identify and address underlying issues
• help set expectations 
• improve long-term working relationships

Our training is based on legal requirements as well as good practice outlined in the Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. 

This training will help you to run a fair and effective disciplinary procedure at work, and to approach the process with more confidence.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When a grievance is received it can feel like a serious problem has been presented and often they come unexpectedly. Managers can feel confronted and at times defensive. Emotions can often run high.

Well-handled grievances can help managers understand problems and work to resolve them early, with minimal disruption. They can also help improve working relationships and team dynamics.

This training will improve your skills in effectively handling grievances at work. It focuses on: 

• identifying the facts from emotions
• emotional intelligence and empathy
• working jointly to resolve issues

You will be become better at handling grievances objectively and with increased confidence.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

Conducting a fair hearing is often an essential next step following a fair investigation. 

The hearing is held to make a decision on the facts found during the investigation. And can relate to an employee’s attendance, behaviour or performance.

It’s important to conduct a hearing in a way that is:

• fair and impartial
• timely
• able to objectively explore underlying issues
• considerate of employee wellbeing

A well-run hearing can help employers maintain good relationships with their employees and can help both parties agree clear expectations moving forward. 

You will learn how to hold hearings in line with good practice and the law. The training is based on the Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

Acas wrote the Code of Practice on discipline and grievance. Employers are required to follow the code of practice when dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters. Where dismissal is an outcome, and a claim is made, a Tribunal will consider how closely an employer follows the code. 

Managing discipline and grievance procedures in the right way can help employers to:

• explore and resolve underlying issues
• build positive working relationships
• improve engagement and productivity
• avoid conflict and legal action

During this training you’ll develop your knowledge of the Acas code. You’ll also learn how to apply good practice based on a real-life case study that runs throughout.

When there is a problem at work, an investigation should be carried out as soon as possible. This can relate to grievances as well as potential disciplinary issues such as bullying, poor conduct, attendance or performance.

Carrying out a fair and impartial investigation will help managers to understand all the facts and help them reach an informed decision. It can also:

• promote good working relationships
• help organisations comply with the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• build trust with all employees

This training will help you conduct investigations confidently, in line with good practice and legal requirements.