Investigations during COVID-19 Restrictions

The virtual interview can be as effective and fair as an in-person interview, particularly where the right amount of thought goes into preparation and planning. Here are some examples of how this is achieved

• Using privacy settings when sending calendar invites
• Agreeing the technology and platform to be used in advance and testing it before the interview takes place
• Ensuring that a backup platform is available in case the first choice glitches
• Ensuring that the camera is positioned so that there is good eye contact with the witness
• Using a unique virtual meeting room for each interview
• Using the security controls on the platform to ensure absolute privacy
• Keeping control of the environment by ensuring the interviewee is in a private space and that the setup is suitable