Data Protection

All employees who handle data are usually required to complete the Data Protection (DPA) course as part of their 6 months induction programme or within 6 months of the course launch.

Style

E-learning, 3-D Environment, Video Trainer

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the e-learning you will have a greater understanding of:-

The Data Protection Act (DPA) and The Riverside Group policy relating to the legislation.
The terminology used in the Act and how to apply it to your workplace.
Your responsibilities and duties in accordance with the DPA.
When to disclose information and to whom (e.g. Subject Access Requests, Freedom of Information Requests, third parties, authorised representatives etc.)
How to deal with data enquiries in a professional manner.
How to protect company data.
Scenarios where things can go wrong and offences under the DPA.
How to deal with challenged decisions relating to the disclosure of data.
Where to go in the Riverside Group for advice.
Test of learning