This practical training course equips business owners, data controllers and HR personnel with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) in line with the UK’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The course provides clear guidance on legal obligations, best practices, and risk management to ensure organisations respond to DSARs accurately, promptly, and securely.
The course covers:
Understand what constitutes a DSAR and the rights of data subjects under GDPR
Recognise the legal timelines and requirements for responding to DSARs
Establish internal processes for receiving, verifying, and fulfilling requests
Identify what personal data must be disclosed and what exemptions may apply
Handle complex or sensitive requests, including third-party data and employee records
Maintain compliance while safeguarding organisational data and confidentiality
Document responses and manage ongoing obligations to demonstrate accountability
Mitigate risks of fines, reputational damage, and legal challenges related to DSAR mishandling
Through practical examples, case studies, and interactive exercises, participants will build confidence in implementing compliant, efficient DSAR processes that protect individual rights and organisational interests.
