Whistleblowing

Whistleblower case investigation

The more severe and risky the case, the more effort and focus should be put on the investigation. Case investigation and the documentation related to it can be done poorly or well and this template is built for the latter.
Observation details
Occurred at
Receipt and processing of the notification

Note that you can link the original observation to this case investigation. All documentation, attachments and comments added to this investigation are visible only for system admins and those added as participants to this investigation.

Evaluation of the notification

• Reliability of the notification and the notifier?
• Threats to the notifier and interested parties?
• Effectiveness and time-critical nature of the announcement?
• Risks of the investigation?
• Appropriate response?
• Recommendations and need for further clarification?

Preliminary assessment of risks based on initial data

Recommendations for immediate follow-up and remedial action?

Here you can record, for example, what immediate measures you recommend in this regard.

Decision on the follow-up to the notification phase?
Additional information on the matter

Details of the case

Preliminary investigation

Background information

Analysis of corrective actions

Immediate protective measures?

Will the notification open further investigations?
Decisions based on the feasibility study and follow-up plan?

Risk assessment

The risk assessment may be updated as necessary.

Categorization of risk
Categorization of risk
Criteria for risk assessment and categorization

Transfer of notification

Authorities notified
Will the internal investigation be continued?

Decisions

Conclusion and further steps

To be provided to the notifier within three months of receipt of the notification (mandatory).

Participants
5 participants
Logan Turner, Rebecca Lacey, Keira Ellis, Scott Ryan, Richard Garfield.
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