Engaging a lawyer to plan and execute a workplace investigation might seem like a prudent choice, but the principles of a procedurally fair and naturally just process could get lost in the process. Sometimes, employers find themselves in circumstances where they need to engage an specialist to conduct a workplace investigation. This may be due…
DetailsBusinesses operating in Queensland have been put on notice to prepare for sweeping reforms relating to the prevention of sexual harassment and sex or gender-based harassment at work. Wise Workplace Managing Director, Vince Scopelliti, explores these new requirements and outlines some of the key steps that organisations should be taking today.
DetailsBeware of the workplace group chat! In the modern workplace, the integration of social media as a forum for staff communication and engagement is inevitable. While platforms such as group chats, x, Facebook and Slack can enhance communication and team bonding, they also present challenges that require well-defined and regularly updated social media policies. The…
DetailsWhen people encounter the concept of restorative practice, it is frequently linked with the legal system. During the 1970s, restorative justice found its way into the criminal justice framework, intending to repair harm to victims rather than solely punishing offenders. However, the integration of restorative principles outside of the criminal justice system, such as in…
DetailsIf you’re involved in conflict or dealing with challenging workplace dynamics, you might feel tempted to hit the record button perhaps to protect yourself, or to create a record of events without seeking consent…but be warned, recording conversations covertly in the workplace can land employees and employers in very hot water.
DetailsA formal qualification in workplace investigations such as the Certificate IV in Government Investigations, equips HR staff with the knowledge and expertise to handle sensitive matters with fairness, objectivity, and confidentiality.
DetailsOrganisations like to put their best foot forward when attracting new talent, but be warned – a ‘glossy’ recruitment strategy may not be the right way to go.
DetailsEmployees can at times be reluctant to make complaints or ‘blow the whistle’ due to fear of adverse action, retaliation, or damage to career progression. Technology can help boost employee perceptions of the integrity and safety of your organisations complaints and whistleblower policy.
DetailsThe psychological well-being of every employee is important in the work environment. Employees who experience adverse mental health at work will often be unhappy and unfocused, lose sleep, experience more stress and face additional health risks. Research reveals that 50% of employees took between 1-2 weeks off work during an investigation because of anxiety, depression,…
DetailsInvestigators work with traumatised people every day, but there’s little guidance on how to conduct a trauma-informed investigation.
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