Our Topic:

Effective Investigations and Documentation

Get ready, Western Colorado HR leaders—this month’s SHRM chapter meeting is one you won’t want to miss! Join us as we dive into the essentials of Effective Investigations and Documentation—the backbone of every compliant, consistent, and defensible HR practice. Whether you’re navigating employee relations challenges, responding to complaints, or reinforcing your organization’s policies, solid documentation and investigation skills can make the difference between resolution and risk. Come sharpen your tools, elevate your approach, and walk away with practical strategies you can put to work immediately.

Key Points We’ll Cover

Why Documentation Matters: How accurate, timely, and objective documentation protects both the organization and employees.

Creating Defensible Records: What to include (and what to avoid) to ensure your notes hold up under scrutiny.

Investigation Best Practices: Steps for conducting fair, thorough, and consistent HR investigations.

Maintaining Compliance: The role documentation plays in regulatory requirements and legal defense.

Reducing Organizational Risk: How strong documentation helps prevent escalation, miscommunication, and liability.

Building a Culture of Accountability: Using documentation as a tool for clarity, consistency, and employee trust.

Our Speaker:

Christina Harney from

Bechtel & Santo

Wednesday, February 18th 2026

11:30 am to 1:00 pm 

 **Unable to make it in person? Join us virtually!**

Mesa County Workforce Center

512 29 1/2 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81504