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Publication 18 Mar 2024 · Germany

E-learning | Protection of reporting persons using a whistleblower system

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The EU’s Whistleblower Directive (2019/1937) was transposed into national law in Germany by the Whistleblower Protection Act (Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz, HinSchG). The Whistleblower Protection Act came into effect on 2 July 2023.

We have developed an e-learning course for your employees that answers the essential legal and organisational questions relating to the whistleblower protection provided by having a reporting system in place. The course also explains how a whistleblowing system works and encourages staff to report potential issues internally rather than contacting the relevant external reporting office.

Course content for "Protection of reporting persons using a whistleblower system"

  • What is the purpose of a whistleblower system?
  • What can be reported?
  • Under what circumstances can a tip-off be made?
  • Where and how can a tip-off be made?
  • How is a report dealt with and what are the possible consequences?
  • How are whistleblowers and affected individuals protected?
     

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