The employer’s policy, the Acas Code and the legal cause of action are connected, but they are not the same thing.
What the audit checks
- Written notice, evidence, investigation and a fair opportunity to respond.
- Accompaniment, reasons, appeal and reasonable adjustments.
- Whether Acas and tribunal deadlines have been kept separate.
What an unchecked point means
An unchecked item is something to verify or preserve, not an automatic finding that the employer acted unlawfully. The significance depends on the procedure, facts, employment status, reason for the decision, applicable law and any resulting claim.