Security in the Workplace
The Security in the Workplace course gives you the skills to apply safety and security procedures at work.
The course looks at physical, commercial and information security, and introduces common procedures which can be used to maintain security in the workplace as well as looking at methods for responding to security threats.
At the end of the course, you will be able to confidently apply security procedures at work to maintain a safe and secure workplace.
This is an online course and takes between 6-10 hours to complete.
You can log-in online and complete your course at your own pace, at any time.
Course Topics...
Security in the Workplace
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This section explains the need for security in the workplace, and looks at different areas of business where security might need to be considered and the reasons for introducing security procedures.
Achieving Effective Security
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This section looks at the procedures necessary to ensure effective security control in the workplace, and at the factors that should be considered when implementing security measures.
Typical Response Procedures
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This section looks at the level of security response that is required, and how this can be matched to the levels of risk and the needs of the business.
Information and Communication
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This section discusses the implications of different communication methods on information security, including computer and network security, paper filing and telephone security.
Keeping Information Secure
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This section examines the security of information, and introduces a range of procedures for securing data in different formats.
Commercial Security
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This section discusses how security can be vital to the survival of a business, and looks at information leaks and industrial espionage.
Physical Security
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This section covers physical security, and looks at measures which can be taken to ensure the security of business premises.
Security Levels
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This section examines the need for different levels of security depending on the level of risk which is present, and introduces the concept of threat levels.
Security Risks
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This section looks at identifying and recognising potential security risks in the workplace.
Responses to Security
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This section looks at the way businesses should respond to security threats, and discusses appropriate measures to ensure that security threats or breaches are dealt with effectively.
The Culture of Security
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This section introduces the concept of a culture of security, and explains the importance of developing a workplace culture which is aware of security procedures and maintains them effectively.
Documentation
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This section discusses the security of documentation, and looks at the concept of 'need to know' as a method of controlling access to sensitive information.
