Domestic Inquiry: The Complete Guide (Investigation, Prosecution, Procedure)

In managing Human Capital’s discipline, justice must not ONLY be done but must be seen to be done. The “Twin Pillars” of Natural Justice, being “No person shall be condemned unheard” and “No person shall sit in judgment in his own cause or in any in which he is interested”, must be adhered to. The objective of holding a Domestic Inquiry has two-fold reasons. Firstly, to give the opportunity to the employer to prove the charges of misconduct against a delinquent employee before punishment is meted out, and secondly, to give the employee sufficient opportunity to defend himself / herself. This training is specially tailored for employees who are appointed to ensure the smooth running of DI with clear direction throughout the process.

Targeted Participants:

• Top Management
• Middle Managers
• Managers and professionals who are responsible for HR activities
• Non-HR professionals who are responsible for HR activities

Day 1

MODULE 1: MISCONDUCT

MODULE 2: DISCIPLINARY PROCESS

MODULE 3: ACTIVITIES PRIOR TO A DOMESTIC INQUIRY

MODULE 4: HANDLING INVESTIGATION

Day 2

MODULE 5: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN DOMESTIC INQUIRY

MODULE 6: PROSECUTION OF CASES

MODULE 7: DEVELOPING THE DI SEQUENCE

MODULE 8: GRACEFUL QUESTION-HANDING SKILLS

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify key processes in Domestic Inquiry from legal perspective
• Build competency in handling Misconducts & Domestic Inquiry issues and problems especially as Domestic Inquiry Prosecution Officer
• Understand the legal implication regarding employee, employer and Labour Department rights, responsibilities and jurisdictions within the Laws
• Apply appropriate Labour Laws section in managing Human Capital’s discipline
• Manage the proper documentation for submission

Method of Training:

A combination of various learning methodologies including lectures, group discussion, case study, group presentation and project discussion.

Training Assessment Pre and Post training assessments will be conducted to ensure the transfer of learning to participants.

Pre-Requisite Minimum understanding of Employment Act Minimum understanding Industrial Relations Act