Course Outline
Introduction to GDPR & Data Protection
• Overview of GDPR and Irish data protection legislation
• Understanding personal data and sensitive personal data
• Key principles of GDPR
• Importance of data protection within organisations
• Impact of non-compliance and data breaches
Understanding Personal Data
• What constitutes personal data
• Special category data
• Employee, customer, and supplier data examples
• Lawful processing principles
• Data minimisation and retention awareness
Organisational Responsibilities Under GDPR
• Employer and employee responsibilities
• Accountability and governance principles
• Data protection policies and procedures
• Importance of confidentiality and secure handling
• Role of Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
GDPR Rights of Individuals
• Right of access
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Data portability awareness
• Responding appropriately to requests
Data Breaches & Reporting Procedures
• What constitutes a data breach
• Common workplace data breach scenarios
• Reporting procedures and escalation
• Importance of early reporting
• Data Protection Commission (DPC) notification awareness
Secure Data Handling Practices
• Physical Data Security
• Secure document storage
• Clear desk principles
• Disposal of confidential information
Digital Data Security
• Password and access management
• Email and phishing awareness
• Remote working and device security
• Secure file sharing practices
GDPR in Everyday Work Activities
• Handling employee records
• Customer data protection
• Email communication risks
• CCTV and monitoring awareness
• Third-party data sharing considerations
Supporting a Data Protection Culture
• Promoting organisational awareness
• Reporting concerns and risks
• Maintaining confidentiality standards
• Continuous compliance responsibility
Who the Course Is For
This course is suitable for individuals responsible for handling personal data or supporting organisational compliance, including:
• Human Resources Managers & Directors
• HR Business Partners
• Compliance Personnel
• Office Managers
• Health & Safety Managers
• Facilities Managers
• Customer Service Teams
• Supervisors and Team Leaders
• IT Personnel
• Administrators and Operational Staff
• Employees handling customer or employee information
No prior GDPR training is required.
Why This Training Is Important
Risk Reduction
Poor data handling practices can expose organisations to regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and operational disruption.
Legal Responsibility
Irish organisations must ensure employees understand GDPR obligations and handle personal data appropriately.
Organisational Accountability
Employees play a critical role in protecting confidential information and preventing data breaches.
Compliance
Training supports organisational obligations under GDPR and Irish data protection legislation.
Course Objectives
Participants will:
• Understand the principles of GDPR and Irish data protection law
• Recognise personal and sensitive data categories
• Identify common workplace data protection risks
• Understand breach reporting responsibilities
• Apply secure data handling practices
• Support organisational compliance procedures
• Promote responsible workplace data protection behaviours
Course Format & Delivery
Instructor-led training
• Interactive discussion and workplace scenarios
• Practical examples relevant to Irish organisations
• Data breach awareness exercises
Delivered:
• Onsite at client premises, or
• Online Webinar
The course focuses on practical awareness, reporting responsibilities, and workplace compliance understanding.
Irish Legislation Supported
This training supports organisational obligations under:
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Data Protection Act 2018 (Ireland)
• Data Protection Commission (Ireland) guidance and reporting requirements
Irish legislation requires organisations to:
• Process personal data lawfully and securely
• Protect the rights of data subjects
• Report qualifying data breaches
• Ensure employees receive appropriate data protection awareness and training
• Implement suitable organisational and technical safeguards
Why Choose Samson Training
Samson Training delivers professional workplace compliance training focused on practical organisational awareness and operational responsibility.
Our approach emphasises:
• Real workplace GDPR scenarios
• Practical reporting awareness
• Clear employee responsibilities
• Organisational risk reduction
• Consistent professional delivery
• Observation-led compliance understanding
We position GDPR awareness as part of everyday organisational responsibility — not simply a legal obligation.
FAQ's
Is GDPR training required in Ireland?
Organisations must ensure employees handling personal data understand their responsibilities under GDPR and Irish data protection legislation.
Who should attend GDPR training?
Any employee who handles customer, employee, supplier, or confidential organisational data should receive GDPR awareness training.
Does the course include data breach reporting guidance?
Yes. The course covers breach identification, escalation procedures, and reporting responsibilities.
Is this course suitable for non-technical staff?
Yes. The course is designed for employees across all departments and does not require technical expertise.
Does the course cover remote working risks?
Yes. The training includes guidance on secure remote working practices and digital data protection awareness.
