This document gives guidance on internal investigations within organizations, including:

—     the principles;

—     support for investigations;

—     establishment of the policy, procedures, processes and standards for carrying out and reporting on an investigation;

—     the reporting of investigation results;

—     the application of remedial measures.

This document is applicable to all organizations regardless of type, size, location, structure or purpose.

NOTE            See Annex A for guidance on the use of this document.