Free Guide: Preparing Staff for a Coroner's Inquest
Help healthcare professionals understand the inquest process and prepare to give evidence with confidence.
What you will learn in this free guide
- What the purpose of a Coroner's Inquest is and why healthcare professionals may be involved.
- What documents and records staff should review before attending.
- What to expect on the day of the inquest.
- How to answer questions clearly, honestly and within the limits of memory or expertise.
- How managers can support staff before and after an inquest.
Who should download this guide?
This guide is essential reading for:
- Healthcare professionals who may be asked to provide statements or give evidence at an inquest.
- Directors of nursing, clinical governance leads and patient safety teams.
- Managers supporting staff through complaints, investigations, inquests or legal processes.
- Hospitals, nursing homes, community care providers and private healthcare organisations.
- Training and HR teams responsible for witness preparation and staff support.
About La Touche Training
La Touche Training provides practical training for healthcare professionals who may be required to
prepare records, respond to scrutiny or give evidence in formal settings.
Our programmes focus on confidence, clarity, professional communication and practical preparation.
Relevant training includes Essential Guide to a Coroner’s Inquest, Witness Skills for Healthcare, Witness
Familiarisation, Healthcare Records on Trial and Effective Recording and Report Writing for Healthcare.
