The Essentials of Fact Finding and Report Writing 

Participants will learn an objective, systemized process for collecting, preserving, organizing and presenting evidence whenever fact-finding must be conducted. From formulation of an investigation plan, through preparation for interviews, collecting and preserving evidence, and summarizing the evidence and findings in a written report, this workshop will assist participants to develop the skills necessary to resolve complaints, human resource issues and other situations where the facts may be in dispute.

Participants will:  

• Learn essential components of the fact finding process
• Learn common pitfalls and mistakes in the fact finding process
• Learn how to organize the fact finding process for maximum effectiveness and efficiency
• Identify the relevance and means of collecting and preserving different forms of evidence
• Learn how to best prepare for and conduct a fact finding interview
• Learn a process for organizing evidence and summarizing findings in a written report

Dennis Griffin retired in October, 2014, as the Central/Western Massachusetts Investigations Manager for the Department of Mental Health (DMH).  For more information on Dennis Griffin and his work, please see brochure or visit our website.

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