Audio Recording or Written Statements?

Appropriately recording evidence is a crucial part of workplace investigations. For investigators, this can cause a significant dilemma as to whether it is preferable to rely on written statements, or obtain audio recordings of interviews conducted during the investigation. Here are a few of the main considerations for each method. Audio recordings An audio recording […]

Dealing with Pornography in the Workplace

  Unsurprisingly, the access to pornography can be extremely problematic in the workplace. Not only does the access to pornography at work open up a minefield of possible harassment and other sexually motivated complaints, it contributes significantly to presenteeism (where staff are physically present but not concentrating on their jobs). Indeed, according to a report […]

Responding to Bad Behaviour at the Christmas Party

Vince Scopelliti – Wednesday, November 27, 2019 It’s no secret that both the good and the bad can be on display at the annual work Christmas party. While smiles and good cheer can and should be the main features at an end-of-year bash, some unfortunate behaviour can also arise. Alcohol abuse, sexual harassment and aggressive […]