Introduction

Reporting and investigating incidents are crucial steps in dealing with workplace violence and harassment. Here's what you need to know.

The Investigation Process

Initial Review

What Happens: Once a report is made, the company will review it to see what type of investigation is needed. 

Appropriate Investigation

What Happens: The company will conduct an investigation that is appropriate to the circumstances of the reported incident. This means that a simple dispute may be informally resolved, however, a more serious or complicated case may require the use of a third party investigator. 

Investigation

What Happens: You and others may be interviewed to get more information. The investigator will give everyone an opportunity to make a statement about what happened, review any other relevant evidence, and report their finding to the General Manager. 

Third-Party Investigator

What Happens: If the situation is complex or sensitive, our company has access to a neutral third-party investigator who may be brought in to ensure fairness and impartiality. They will independently conduct interviews with all relevant parties, review the evidence and then provide a report to us of their findings. 

Outcome

What Happens: After the investigation, the company will decide what action to take. This could be anything from a warning to the termination of employment. Remember, we do not tolerate Workplace Harassment or Violence in any Form. 

Written Response
What Happens: Once the investigation is done you will be informed in writing about the outcome of the investigation, along with any action that has been taken. 

Confidentiality

What Happens: Your identity and the details of the report will be kept as confidential as possible.

Retaliation
A reprisal against a complainant is itself a form of harassment and will not be tolerated if the complaint is honestly submitted.