This course will identify the key elements of an effective anonymous ethics report and explain how to provide sufficient objective information while protecting your identity. Learners will understand how specific, verifiable facts and ongoing anonymous communication through the ethics hotline help investigators assess allegations and initiate an inquiry. Without these elements, anonymous reports often lack the information necessary to move beyond the preliminary review phase, resulting in delays or dismissal.

• Explain why anonymous reports are frequently dismissed and identify the common factors that prevent an investigation from moving forward.
• Distinguish between subjective observations and objective, verifiable facts needed to create a high-definition anonymous report.
• Understand the importance of safeguarding the Report Key and Password and maintaining two-way anonymous communication with investigators.
• Identify the steps required to monitor, respond to, and support an anonymous ethics report through the hotline follow-up process.