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The findings should be based on all of the evidence gathered as well as the credibility of each person. |\n| RECOMMENDATIONS\u003Cbr>Provide recommended remedy or discipline based on the findings. |\n\nEMPLOYERS BEST PRACTICES TOOLKIT: Addressing and Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace","cbCaibQ4vHLgYnpw","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibQ4vHLgYnpw","pdf",37404,"English","# Investigation Report Template\n## Background\n## Policy\n## Review of Allegations and Evidence\n### Summary of Allegation(s)\n### SUMMARY OF EVIDENCE\n#### Complainant\n#### Respondent\n## FINDINGS AND ANALYSIS\n## RECOMMENDATIONS","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of this investigation report template?\",\"answer\":\"This template is designed to guide employers in conducting thorough investigations into workplace misconduct, particularly sexual harassment, ensuring all relevant information is gathered and analyzed systematically.\"},{\"question\":\"What key information should be included in the 'Background' section of the report?\",\"answer\":\"The background section should detail the nature of the complaint, identify the complainant(s) and respondent(s), specify the date of the alleged incident, and provide any other contextual information relevant to the complaint.\"},{\"question\":\"On what basis are the findings of the investigation determined?\",\"answer\":\"The findings are based on a balance of probabilities, meaning the event is considered more likely than not to have occurred, taking into account all gathered evidence and the credibility of each person involved.\"}]","Investigation Report Template | PDF",1789265296]