Whistleblowing Training
Whistleblowing Training provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework surrounding whistleblowing, including protected disclosures, public interest considerations, and effective methods for reporting concerns.
This training supports organisations to mitigate risks by fostering a culture of transparency, where employees feel confident that their concerns will be managed effectively and there will be no reprisals.
By promoting openness and accountability, whistleblowing plays a vital role in building trust, safeguarding organisational integrity, and protecting reputation.
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Whistleblowing Awareness
The Whistleblowing Awareness Training is an essential, in-depth programme that equips staff with the knowledge and confidence to identify, report, and address concerns about misconduct or unethical behaviour, fostering a culture of accountability and ensuring compliance with UK regulations and organisational standards.
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Who should take this course?
Whistleblowing Training is for employees in all roles, across every sector.
Please note that we also offer Whistleblowing Training for Managers to support them to handle whistleblowing complaints professionally in compliance with the law.
Course duration
Whistleblowing Training takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete.
Course aims
By the end of Whistleblowing Training, participants will:
- Know how organisations can foster a culture of openness, transparency, and trust to encourage internal reporting.
- Be able to explain the concept of a ‘protected disclosure’ with examples under whistleblowing law.
- Know how whistleblowing concerns can be raised formally, informally, openly, or anonymously while adhering to the law.
- Be able to distinguish between personal grievances and disclosures made in the public interest.
- Understand how the law protects whistleblowers.
Course accreditations
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified and this course is SCORM compliant which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
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Benefits of Whistleblowing Training
- Promotes openness, trust, and confidence among employees to report concerns internally.
- Reduces the likelihood of reputational damage and financial penalties by providing a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework surrounding whistleblowing.
- IOSH Approved, CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Whistleblower training for employees can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them.
- Interactive training to keep participants engaged throughout.
- Multiple choice quizzes so participants can check their understanding as they go.
- Summaries at the end of each section to enhance understanding.
Course Overview
What is whistleblowing?
- What is whistleblowing and what is a ‘protected disclosure’, with examples.
Reasonable belief
- What ‘reasonable belief’ means under whistleblowing law.
Reporting a concern as a whistleblower.
- How whistleblowing concerns can be raised formally or informally, openly or anonymously, but that they must be raised in compliance with whistleblowing law.
- How to raise a concern in compliance with whistleblowing law.
Public interest
- Examples of disclosures made in the public interest under whistleblowing law.
- The difference between personal grievances and disclosures in the public interest.
Whistleblowing protections
- What protections are given to employees who make protected disclosures, and what an employee can do if they receive detrimental treatment at work because of their disclosure.
Whistleblowing policy
- The purpose of an organisation’s whistleblowing policy and what should be included in it, such as the definition of a ‘protected disclosure’ and how to follow whistleblowing procedures.
Transparency
- How encouraging a culture of openness and transparency can give employees the confidence to discuss and raise their concerns internally.
- The steps employers can take to promote a culture of transparency and trust in the workplace.
Accountability and training
- The importance of ensuring managers, the whistleblowing champion and HR are trained appropriately in managing whistleblowing complaints effectively, and who should be accountable.
Support
- The support that managers should provide for whistle blowers who have had the courage to raise concerns.
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FAQs
How does this training help to overcome the fear of reprisals for whistleblowers?
Whistleblower training for employees includes specific guidance on the legal protections in place for whistleblowers, as well as practical examples of how organisations can foster a culture of trust and transparency. This helps employees feel confident that their concerns will be managed appropriately and without fear of retaliation.
Can the course be customised to include our organisation’s whistleblowing policy?
Yes, we can tailor the course to include details of your organisation’s specific whistleblowing procedures, ensuring employees fully understand how to raise concerns internally and in compliance with company policy.
How does the training address the difference between whistleblowing and personal grievances?
The course includes clear explanations and examples to help participants distinguish between protected disclosures made in the public interest and personal workplace grievances, ensuring that employees understand the appropriate channels for raising each type of concern.
How does this training support compliance with legal and regulatory standards?
The course ensures participants understand the legal framework surrounding whistleblowing, including the Public Interest Disclosure Act (PIDA). By implementing this training, organisations can demonstrate a proactive approach to compliance and transparency.
What if my organisation already has some whistleblowing training in place?
This course can complement existing training by providing a more comprehensive understanding of whistleblowing law and fostering a culture of transparency. It can also serve as a refresher for employees or managers to reinforce key principles and practices.
Can I combine this course with the Whistleblowing Training for Managers?
Yes, many organisations find it beneficial to combine this course with Whistleblowing for Managers. Employees gain the confidence to report concerns, while managers learn how to handle disclosures effectively and in compliance with the law, ensuring a cohesive approach across the organisation.
How does this training reduce organisational risks?
By equipping employees with knowledge of whistleblowing laws and encouraging internal reporting, the training helps to address potential issues early, reducing the risk of regulatory breaches, financial penalties, and reputational damage.
Is this training appropriate for small businesses?
Absolutely. Small businesses benefit from establishing a clear and legally compliant whistleblowing framework, fostering trust among employees, and safeguarding organisational integrity. The training is scalable and suitable for organisations of all sizes.
How is it delivered?
Whistleblowing Training is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
SHINE – Compliance record keeping
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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