MIDAS Learning Complaints Policy

 

Policy Statement 

As part of our ongoing commitment to service excellence, MIDAS Learning continuously appraise and assess how we are doing in consultation with our clients. We aim to approve and adapt our training courses to the needs of our clients. 

We understand that an efficient and effective complaints management is fundamental to the provision of quality services through the implementation of a concreate and transparent complaints policy and procedure. We encourage and have put in place a feedback mechanism with the purpose of attaining constructive criticism, resolving complaints, and continuously improving our services and procedures. 

This policy aims to provide equal and diverse opportunities to all employees, service users, associates, and stakeholders. Our procedure provides an efficient process for the managing and maintaining of any complaints received by MIDAS Learning by any stakeholder.  

Our Procedure

All complaints are important to the MIDAS Learning and are viewed as a key input to the continuous improvement program.

All complainants will be treated as follows:

  • Respect, compassion, and an open mind.
  • No blame or retaliation will be displayed against the complainant.
  • Each case will be dealt with in a confidential and sensitive manner.

All Complaints will be managed through an internal SOP, which, in summary, includes the following process.  

A clear complaint logging process and documented process.

The process will be handled by an internal investigator. Dependant on issues outlined in the procedure’s manual, it may be a formal or informal process.

In certain cases, it may merit the use of an independence investigator/advisor if  

  • The complaint involves a widespread discrimination claim.
  • The person accused of the infraction is a high-level employee.
  • A company practice or policy is challenged as having a negative impact on a particular Learning.
  • The complaint has been publicised in the Community, on the Radio/TV on a Social Media platform or the internet.
  • The complainant has hired a solicitor and/or filed charges.

A clear complete investigation process, where on conclusion the evidence is reviewed and evaluated with to view to resolution and closure.

Either the Investigator and/or the Quality Manager will communicate with complainant, and on conclusion, there is a 5-day option to appeal decisions  

First Point of contact 

Your first point of contact should be to let us know about your complaint by e-mail to: info@midaslearning.ie

Information Needed to Help you 

We will ask for the following from you: 

  • Information about yourself and your relationship with MIDAS Learning (e.g., Learner stakeholder etc)
  • Date and details about the incident/complaint (if relevant)
  • A description about your complaint clearly and accurately
  • Your expectations regarding the outcomes/resolution to the complaint

Timeframe 

  •  Acknowledgement of your complaint within 2 working days of receipt.
  • Your complaint will be addressed within 10 working days. A relevant response will be sent immediately. 
  • If on a rare occasion, more time is required for the proper and detailed investigation of your complaint, an extension period will be requested in writing. 
  • You will have 5 working days to appeal any decisions.