Micro Providers, Local Help-My Way: Data Protection

Who Should Attend: Sole Traders, SME's and self employed individuals who are signed up to Staffordshire Micro Provider Network - Local Help My Way

GDPR and Data protection

This session will give you an overview of legislation and detail the main areas of your work affected by data protection and GDPR. It covers handling both paper and digital records securely, password management and access controls, and sharing personal data safely via email and other channels, handling data when working remotely, and what to do when records are no longer needed. You’ll also explore how to mitigate data protection risks and ensure your ongoing compliance with the laws.

Session Outcomes

• Describe the principles of data protection under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018

• Recognise common cyber threats

• Implement basic cyber security practices

• Assess and manage risks