Effective Investigative Report Writing

Writing an investigative report is one of the most tedious tasks an investigator undertakes. It is an essential showcase of an investigation, and as such, you cannot skimp on this critical investigative step. Your investigative report reflects on you and your investigation, so it must be as clear, comprehensive, accurate, and polished as possible.

An investigative report has many purposes. It is a document that sparks action based on the official findings it presents. This could include the termination of employment, corrective action, and implementation of training, counselling, or becoming evidence in a court matter.

The investigative report is also a record of the steps of the investigation. It can be used to prove that your investigation was timely, complete, and fair. The information contained in the report may be cited in any legal action, so it is essential that the report is detailed and accurate.

The process of writing the investigation report can sometimes clarify your thinking and can even uncover additional questions that provide new insight into a case.

Finally, the investigative report provides valuable data that can be used to implement control and preventive measures in your company.

For this workshop, you will learn the key elements needed when writing an investigative report, as well as the do’s and don’ts that will make your report effective and strong.