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HR Update - Conducting an investigation

Management Business
Before deciding on whether to take disciplinary action it is important to conduct a thorough investigation, says Jacqui Mann

When an incident occurs in your nursery, it is sometimes difficult to know if any disciplinary action is required. First of all, you need to take steps to establish all the facts surrounding the incident, including any mitigating circumstances. The following should be considered:

Remember, as the employer you could be held liable if a poor investigation leads to an unfair dismissal, which can prove very costly in an employment tribunal.

Jacqui Mann is managing director of HR4 Nurseries www.hr4nurseries.co.uk.

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