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Whistleblower (aka Speak up/Speak Out) Training

Face-To-Face or Live Virtual Training

Introduction To Our Whistleblower (aka Speak up/Speak Out) Training

Whistleblowing refers to the act of an individual, typically an employee, reporting misconduct such as corruption, sexual harassment or other misconduct. It is sometimes known as ‘speak up’ or ‘speak out’ within organisations, but the fundamental process remains the same.
Unfortunately, there are numerous instances where whistleblowers have not been handled appropriately, leading to claims of victimisation or unfair treatment. Such situations often result in employment tribunals, compensation payouts, along with significant negative publicity for the organisation.

Too often, whistleblowers are exposed without adequate protection, and there is a concerning tendency among some managers to seek the identity of the whistleblower unnecessarily.
Proper training is essential for all staff to ensure they understand how to appropriately handle whistleblower reports. It is equally important for managers to be aware of the complexities and sensitivities involved when someone makes a disclosure.

Good To Know

Whistleblowing is often mistakenly viewed negatively, but it should be embraced as a positive force for identifying and addressing areas of concern within an organisation. It provides a valuable opportunity to correct issues and improve overall performance, helping to make the organisation the best it can be.
Our accredited whistleblower training program is designed to empower staff with the skills needed to effectively handle whistleblower reports, ensuring thorough information capture while safeguarding the whistleblower’s identity and well-being. The training also educates managers on the necessary frameworks, best practices, and managerial considerations essential for addressing whistleblowing reports appropriately.

We offer a number of options from our Bitesized Whistleblower training which focusses on a specific area which is delivered via teams and is delivered remotely in real-time, or our one, two or three day courses which not only examine the theory such as the legislation and crucial areas such as what is ´detriment´ and how to maximise the information obtained from someone who wants to make a report through to practically applying the knowledge in a practical setting using role-players to practice these skills in a safe learning environment.

We also offer an accredited qualification which means that you can demonstrate your competency in the workplace, through an Ofqual awarding body.

Additionally, we offer a whistleblower management service, providing an independent platform for your organization to receive reports. This service helps maintain objectivity and protects against potential allegations of victimization or unfair treatment, ensuring a fair and transparent process.

Client Feedback

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This training was excellent. The knowledge of the whistleblowing regime was excellent and clear to understand and what´s more a lot of the skills that we learnt can be used in a variety of workplace settings not just whistleblowing matters.

HR Manager – Financial Institution
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Just to say thank you and your team for a great three days. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
An excellent course and very thought provoking. A number of the issues raised resonated and we definitely need to look at the way we engage with whistleblowers.

Head of Compliance Oversight & Whistleblowing - UK Financial Institution
Contact us now, without any obligation, for more details of our accredited whistleblowing training or whistleblowing managment service along with a highly competitive quote.