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This training is held in German.
A whistleblower system is an essential component of a compliance management system (CMS) and one of the most important early warning systems in risk management. In future, it will be part of the mandatory program of many companies. EU law requires companies with 50 or more employees to set up internal reporting channels for confidential information on breaches of regulations. In this crash course, you will learn how to implement the EU requirements and the German Whistleblower Protection Act safely, practically and efficiently.
Contents
EU Whistleblowing Directive and Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG) - legal framework and background
- Overview of the requirements of the EU Directive.
- Presentation of the Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG).
- What does whistleblower protection mean?
- Which companies are affected by the new regulations?
- Obligation to set up internal and external reporting channels.
- Requirements for the functioning of the signaling channels.
- What implementation deadlines apply?
- What fines are provided for?
Concept for the introduction of a whistleblower system
- Analysis of the interests - a chore or added value for the company?
- Analysis of the interests and protection needs of potential whistleblowers.
- Practical requirements for the whistleblower system.
- Legal requirements for the introduction.
- Right of co-determination of the staff representative body.
- Solutions for Group-wide implementation.
Definition of the material scope of application
- Comparison of the Directive and the Whistleblower Protection Act.
- Consequences of the definition of the material scope of application.
- Consideration of the compliance risk analysis.
Development of a machining process
- Definition of processing procedures and responsibilities.
- Note processing.
- Initiation of follow-up measures - internal investigation.
Preparation of the implementation
- Introduction of a whistleblower guideline.
- Structuring of work instructions.
- Measures to develop an open communication culture.
Learning environment
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.
Your benefit
- You will learn everything you need to know about the new Whistleblower Protection Act and the EU Whistleblowing Directive.
- After this crash course, you will be able to create a project plan suitable for your company for the introduction of a whistleblowing system that saves resources and budget and implement it step by step in your workflows and processes.
- You will receive practical tips on how to immediately implement the legal obligations from ihr:e trainer, an experienced expert in whistleblower protection.
- You will learn how to create acceptance for the whistleblower system among your Employees and gain the trust of potential whistleblowers.
- The contents of this seminar serve to provide specialist knowledge in accordance with § 15 Para. 2 HinSchG
Methods
You will learn in a practical way what the new Whistleblower Protection Act means for companies, what action is required and how you can implement the obligations safely and efficiently.
Recommended for
All companies with at least 50 employees are obliged to set up internal reporting offices. Companies with at least 250 employees are obliged to do so immediately; for companies with 50 to 249 employees, the legislator intends to grant a deadline for implementation until December 17, 2023.
Managing directors, compliance officers, compliance officers who are employed in companies or municipalities or are responsible for the implementation of and adherence to compliance guidelines - regardless of their basic traininglawyers, business economists, etc.), project managers responsible for the implementation of the Whistleblower Protection Act. The crash course is also aimed at (junior) managers and career changers in the field of compliance. Managers, tax consultants, auditors, lawyers, business lawyers and compliance officers who need practical expert knowledge in order to introduce a (digital) whistleblower system in a legally secure manner in the company - in the municipality.
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34290
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1 day
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08.09.2025
Hamburg
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34290
€ 840,- plus VAT.
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1 day
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Monday, 08.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee includes
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
24.09.2025
Live-Online
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35145
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€ 999.60 incl. VAT.
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zoom
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Wednesday, 24.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
18.11.2025
Live-Online
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35145
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€ 999.60 incl. VAT.
Course
zoom
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1 day
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Tuesday, 18.11.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
04.02.2026
Frankfurt a. M./Sulzbach (Taunus)
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34290
€ 840,- plus VAT.
€ 999.60 incl. VAT.
Days & Times
1 day
Limited number of participants
Wednesday, 04.02.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fee includes
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
The next booking ensures this course will take place
Booking number:
34290
€ 840,- plus VAT.
€ 999.60 incl. VAT.
Details
1 day
Limited number of participants
Fee includes
The participation fee includes
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
Booking number:
35145
€ 840,- plus VAT.
€ 999.60 incl. VAT.
Details
1 day
Limited number of participants
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