Investigation and Disciplinary Report Writing for Managers
When a workplace incident, grievance or misconduct case arises, the quality of the written record can decide the outcome at a disciplinary hearing or the CCMA. This course teaches South African managers and investigators to gather facts, record evidence and write investigation and disciplinary reports that are accurate, fair and able to withstand challenge, without straying into legal opinion they are not qualified to give.
What you will be able to do
Plan an investigation and identify the facts and evidence a report must capture.
Record statements, evidence and observations accurately and objectively.
Structure an investigation report so findings follow clearly from evidence.
Distinguish fact from assumption, opinion and hearsay in writing.
Write findings and outcomes in fair, defensible language.
Prepare documentation that supports a disciplinary process and hearing.
Course outline
01Purpose of Investigation and Disciplinary Reports
02Planning the Investigation
03Gathering and Recording Evidence
04Fact Versus Opinion and Hearsay
05Structuring the Investigation Report
06Writing Findings and Outcomes Fairly
07Documentation for Hearings
08Records, Confidentiality and Handover
Who should attend
This course suits line managers, supervisors, human resources practitioners and internal investigators who document workplace incidents, grievances or misconduct.
Dates, venues and fees
Dates
Venue
Days
Fee
Calendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026
Harare
3
US$1,500
24 to 26 Aug 2026
Kampala
3
US$1,500
31 Aug to 2 Sep 2026
Dar es Salaam
3
US$1,500
7 to 9 Sep 2026
Pretoria
3
R13,000
14 to 16 Sep 2026
Cape Town
3
R13,000
28 to 30 Sep 2026
Online
3
US$900
5 to 7 Oct 2026
Mozambique
3
US$1,500
12 to 14 Oct 2026
Cairo
3
US$1,500
19 to 21 Oct 2026
Accra
3
US$1,500
26 to 28 Oct 2026
Lusaka
3
US$1,500
2 to 4 Nov 2026
Kigali
3
US$1,500
9 to 11 Nov 2026
Nairobi
3
US$1,500
16 to 18 Nov 2026
Durban
3
R13,000
23 to 25 Nov 2026
Johannesburg
3
R13,000
7 to 9 Dec 2026
Mauritius
3
US$1,500
14 to 16 Dec 2026
Dubai
3
US$1,500
21 to 23 Dec 2026
Lagos
3
US$1,500
Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.
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