At A Glance:
This policy outlines how Chris Garland Training protects sensitive company and learner data while providing a safe route to report genuine workplace wrongdoing. Supported by the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998, it ensures staff and associates can raise concerns without fear of reprisal. Individuals can report issues internally to the Director or externally to prescribed bodies like Ofqual or the HSE.
Confidentiality & Whistleblowing Policy
Approved by Chris Garland, Director | Last reviewed: August 2026
Confidentiality
Staff and associates must protect confidential information about our company, learners, and clients at all times. You must keep sensitive data secure and never disclose it without proper permission. The only exceptions are situations where the law requires disclosure, such as safeguarding duties or data protection regulations.
Whistleblowing & Raising Concerns
We encourage staff to report genuine concerns about wrongdoing without fear of unfair treatment or disadvantage. This policy supports your legal rights under the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (PIDA).
You can raise a whistleblowing concern regarding any of these issues:
- Criminal activity or legal breaches
- Failure to comply with legal or safety obligations
- Health and safety risks affecting staff or learners
- Environmental damage
- Deliberate concealment of any of the above issues
How to Raise a Concern
First, raise your concern directly with the Director. If your concern involves the Director, or if you reasonably believe we will not address it properly, you can report it to an external prescribed body. Depending on the issue, these bodies include Ofqual or the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
We investigate all reported concerns thoroughly and impartially. We do not tolerate any form of victimisation or mistreatment against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.