PDP Training

Training Staff in Data Protection

The Data Protection Commissioner encourages a “train the trainer” approach to the dissemination of data protection knowledge.

Having responsibility for training staff on data protection issues can be a daunting prospect.  Yet it is essential that all staff who handle personal information understand the fundamental principles and the practical requirements for complying with data protection rules.  It is also important that staff are able to identify breaches or potential breaches of data protection law, and to react appropriately.

Practical and non-technical, this training session gives an insight into suitable training methods and assessing knowledge levels amongst different categories of staff.  It will also consider the key issues in planning for and preparing a staff training session, including:

• Who should be trained, and what do they need to know?
• Appropriate training tools for different groups of staff
• Putting together slides, exercises, case studies, and taking examples from “real life”
• Session length and timings
• Getting the audience on-side and keeping them engaged
• Assessment and follow-up

The session will look at how to train staff to:

• Understand who and what is covered by data protection rules
• Understand the organisation's policy and aims on personal data use
• Understand their individual responsibilities
• Understand and apply the 8 core Principles for personal data use
• Understand the additional measures required for sensitive data use
• Recognise when, and for what purposes, staff/customer data may be used
• Identify appropriate steps to help keep personal information secure
• Deal with external requests for information, and understand the safeguards to apply
• Understand the rights of individuals and third parties
• Recognise and deal with a subject access request
• Know what to do in the event of a data protection breach

There will be plenty of opportunity for questions, and delegates are encouraged to bring their queries to the session.

Who should attend this Training course:

Compliance Officers, Human Resource Managers, Office Managers, Finance Managers, Customer Services Managers, Marketing Managers, IT Managers, Information Managers, In-house lawyers and others.

Gabriella is an experienced speaker and trainer and has delivered numerous training workshops for lawyers, management personnel and HR professionals.

She is the author of a number of articles on data protection law, and a contributor to Data Protection Ireland journal.

Gabriella spent 7 years with the leading Employment & Pensions team at law firm, Charles Russell LLP, the last two years as a partner.  Gabriella left Charles Russell in June 2005 to focus on legal training and writing.

Gabriella’s training style is friendly and approachable and her courses consistently attract a median average of “excellent” grading in delegate feedback.

Dates and locations:

Venues: 

To be confirmed 14 days before the course date

Timing: 

Short Day – 10am to 4pm, lunch included

Fees:

€545

Discount:

There is a 15% discount for the second delegate and a 20% discount for the third and subsequent delegates

Miscellaneous:

This course can be used to qualify for 5 CPD hours

Our training courses are designed to meet delegates’ requirements for focused practical instruction on how to deal with the compliance needs of organisations.

PDP’s trainers are not only experts in their field, but also are excellent at training.  All our sessions are interactive, and questions and discussion are welcome.

How to register
 

Fill out the online booking form

Download the PDP Training Courses Catalogue & Booking Form ( PDF )

Call the PDP booking line at +353 (0)1 657 1479

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