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Benchmarks Regulation Training Course

The FCA defines a Benchmark as an index used to determine the value of or the amount payable under a financial instrument (or contract). Alternatively, it measures investment fund performance. Our Benchmarks Regulation Training Course explains the importance of following proper conduct, the repercussions for violating regulations, and how to avoid these.

45 Minutes
For all staff
UK
FCA Compliance Library

What you’ll learn in
this course

Understand the definition and function of Benchmarking, and the importance of proper conduct
Recognise the related risks that need to be addressed
Understand the fundamentals of LIBOR, Forex/FX and LBMA
Follow the FCA's standards of conduct
Recognise and avoid the repercussions for violating the standards

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New and Expectant Mothers at Work

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When an employee is pregnant or returning from maternity leave, certain legal rights and health considerations apply.

Mental Health at Work

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Stress, anxiety and depression are major workplace health risks, accounting for over half of work-related ill-health cases.

Menopause Awareness

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Menopause is a natural stage in life that can bring physical and emotional challenges and potentially affect work performance.

Working Safely

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Workplace accidents occur frequently, but many are preventable through awareness and proper safety measures.

Work Equipment

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Work equipment includes tools, machines and other devices used to perform tasks safely and efficiently.

Transport

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Work-related driving poses significant risks, contributing to a large percentage of road accidents.

Personal Protective Equipment

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Personal protective equipment is essential in minimising exposure to workplace hazards but should be the last line of defence.

Noise

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Prolonged or excessive noise can cause stress, hearing damage and other health risks.

Fire

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Fires pose a serious threat in any workplace, making fire prevention and safety measures essential.

Electricity

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Electricity is essential in the workplace, but even minor mistakes can cause serious injuries, fires or fatalities.

COSHH

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Exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace can cause serious health conditions, including respiratory diseases and skin disorders.

10 Steps to Healthy Working

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A fast-paced work environment can take a toll on physical and mental health if risks are not managed.

10 Essential Office Hygiene Practices

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Hygiene is a key factor in maintaining a clean, safe and healthy workplace.

The Fraud Triangle

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Fraud is often committed by ordinary people who find themselves in difficult situations and make poor choices.

Preventing Corporate Fraud

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Corporate fraud involves illegal activities committed by an organisation or individuals acting on its behalf.

Mandatory Leave

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Mandatory leave is time off that certain organisations enforce to help prevent fraud, errors and other risk incidents.

Fraud Offences and Penalties

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Fraud is any dishonest action or omission intended to gain or cause a loss, regardless of whether it is temporary or permanent.

Employee Fraud and Insider Threats

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Employee fraud can take many forms, from theft and false expense claims to data misuse and conflicts of interest.

Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023

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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 expands corporate liability for fraud and financial crimes.

False Representation

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Fraud by false representation happens when someone deliberately provides misleading or untrue information for personal or financial gain.

Authorised Push Payment Fraud

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Authorised push payment fraud occurs when scammers impersonate trusted figures to trick individuals into transferring money.

Supplier Fraud

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Supplier fraud occurs when vendors engage in deceptive practices, such as false invoicing, overpricing or bribery.

Customer Fraud

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Customer fraud poses serious risks to businesses, from chargeback fraud to false complaints.

Unexplained Wealth Orders

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Unexplained wealth orders allow law enforcement to seize assets if their owners cannot justify their wealth as coming from a legitimate source.

Suspicious Activity Reporting

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Employees must report any knowledge or suspicion of money laundering or terrorist financing to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer.

Politically Exposed Persons

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Politically exposed persons present a high risk of money laundering due to their influence and access to state resources.

Enhanced Customer Due Diligence

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Enhanced customer due diligence is required for high-risk customers, including politically exposed persons, high-value transactions and clients from high-risk jurisdictions.

Customer Due Diligence

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Customer due diligence helps protect us against financial crime by verifying customer identities and understanding their business activities.

Understanding Terrorist Financing

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Terrorist groups rely on financial support from various sources, both intentional and unintentional.

Terrorist Financing Red Flags

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Terrorist groups use legal and illegal methods to raise and move funds, often exploiting financial systems to conceal their activities.

Screening Employees in Safeguarding Roles

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The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act protects children and vulnerable adults from harm by preventing unsuitable individuals from working with them.

Identifying Who is Vulnerable

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Vulnerable individuals are those who face heightened risks of harm, abuse, neglect or exploitation due to various circumstances.

Understanding ESG

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Companies are increasingly expected to integrate environmental, social and governance principles into their operations to attract investors.

Unconscious Bias

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Unconscious bias occurs when we make judgments about people based on past experiences, cultural influences or assumptions.

Stereotyping

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Stereotypes are generalised beliefs about individuals or groups that can lead to prejudice and bias.

Victimisation

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Victimisation occurs when someone is treated unfairly for making or supporting a complaint under the Equality Act.

The Protected Characteristics

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The UK's Equality Act protects individuals from discrimination based on nine protected characteristics, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace.

Indirect Discrimination

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Indirect discrimination occurs when seemingly neutral policies disadvantage certain groups based on protected characteristics like age, sex, disability, race and religion.

Direct Discrimination

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Discrimination occurs when individuals are treated unfairly due to characteristics like sex, age, race or disability.

Risks in the Use of AI

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This training highlights how AI can be used effectively while identifying and addressing potential risks.

Abuse of Dominant Position

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Companies with significant market power must compete fairly without distorting competition.

Dawn Raids

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A dawn raid is an unannounced investigation by a regulator or law enforcement agency, often related to suspected financial crimes or anti-competitive practices.

Tying and Bundling

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Tying and bundling involve selling a product or service with another commitment or package.

Resale Price Maintenance

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Resale price maintenance involves manufacturers controlling how retailers price their products.

Online Selling Restrictions

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Competition law ensures fair sales practices and prohibits restrictions that limit competition.

Vertical Agreements

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Vertical agreements between manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers can restrict competition and harm consumers.

Trade Association Red Flags

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Trade association meetings serve legitimate purposes but can pose competition risks if sensitive business information is exchanged.

Cartels

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Competition in a free market encourages businesses to innovate, improve quality and reduce prices for consumers.

Anti-Competitive Agreements

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Competition laws ensure fair business practices by preventing anti-competitive agreements that restrict market competition.

GDPR Subject Access Requests

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Individuals have the right to access their personal data and organisations must respond to subject access requests (SARs) within legal timeframes.

GDPR Individual Rights

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The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) grants individuals eight specific rights over their personal data, ensuring transparency and control.

GDPR International Transfers

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The international transfer of personal data is restricted to ensure individuals' privacy rights are protected when data is sent abroad.

GDPR Legitimate Interests

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Legitimate interests is a flexible lawful basis for processing personal data, but it requires balancing business needs with individuals' rights.

GDPR Lawful Bases for Processing

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The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires organisations to have a lawful basis for processing personal data, chosen from six legal grounds.

GDPR and Consent

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Consent is one of the six lawful bases for processing personal data under the GDPR, requiring individuals to give clear, informed and voluntary agreement.

GDPR Principle 7

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The seventh principle of the GDPR, accountability, requires organisations to take responsibility for compliance and demonstrate good governance in data protection.

GDPR Principle 6

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The sixth principle of the GDPR, integrity and confidentiality, requires that personal data be protected against unauthorised access, loss or damage.

GDPR Principle 5

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The fifth principle of the GDPR, storage limitation, requires that personal data be retained only for as long as necessary for its intended purpose.

GDPR Principle 4

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The fourth principle of the GDPR, accuracy, requires that personal data must be correct, up to date and not misleading.

GDPR Principle 3

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The third principle of the GDPR, data minimisation, requires that personal data collected must be adequate, relevant and limited to what is necessary.

GDPR Principle 2

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The second principle of the GDPR, purpose limitation, requires that personal data be collected for specified, explicit and legitimate purposes.

GDPR Principle 1

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The first principle of the GDPR requires that personal data must be processed lawfully, fairly and transparently.

Special Category Data

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In many workplaces, sensitive data, including special category data, is collected and requires extra care.

Controllers and Processors

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The differences between data controllers and data processors are crucial to understanding data protection obligations.

Corrupt Hiring Practices

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Bribery risks in hiring arise when jobs or internships are offered in exchange for business favours or political influence.

Bribery Offences and Penalties

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Bribery is a serious offence that carries severe consequences for individuals and companies.

Neurodiversity Awareness

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Misunderstanding neurodiversity can leave employees unsupported and limit workplace potential.

Think Before You Click

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Clicking on malicious links or attachments is one of the most common ways cybercriminals infect IT systems with malware.

Guide to Secure Remote Working

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Remote work provides flexibility but also introduces cybersecurity risks that can compromise company data and systems.

CEO Fraud

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CEO fraud is a type of Business Email Compromise where cybercriminals impersonate executives to trick employees into making payments or sharing confidential information.

Advising Customers on Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility, including guiding customers to protect themselves from online threats.

Using Wi-Fi safely

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Wi-Fi connectivity offers convenience but also exposes devices and data to security risks if not properly managed.

Transferring Information Securely

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Securely transferring information is essential to protect sensitive data from breaches, legal risks and business disruptions.

Supply Chain Cybersecurity

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A company’s cybersecurity is only as strong as its weakest link and supply chain vulnerabilities can expose businesses to major breaches.

Secure Web Browsing

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Practicing safe web browsing helps to reduce security risks and protect sensitive information.

Tailgating and Piggybacking

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Cybersecurity is not just about digital protection but also involves securing physical access to critical systems.

Information Security on the Move

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Handling company information securely, especially when working remotely or traveling, is essential to prevent data breaches and security risks.

Information Classification

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This training helps employees understand different levels of information classification, their restrictions and how to handle data securely.

Reacting to Password Breaches

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Password breaches can lead to unauthorised access, fraud and data theft, often resulting from weak passwords, phishing or insecure networks.

Multi-factor Authentication

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Multi-factor authentication (MFA) enhances security by requiring users to verify their identity through multiple authentication methods.

Creating Strong Passwords

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Strong password protection is essential to safeguarding company systems from cyber threats such as brute force attacks and password guessing.

Vishing

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Vishing is a social engineering attack where cybercriminals use phone calls to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information.

Video Conferencing

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Video conferencing is a vital business tool, but it also presents security and privacy risks if not used correctly.

Spear Phishing

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Spear phishing targets specific individuals with convincing emails designed to deceive them.

Smishing

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Smishing is a targeted phishing scam that uses deceptive text messages to gain sensitive information.

Ransomware

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Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files and demands payment for their release, often causing severe financial and operational damage.

Malware

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Malware is malicious software designed to harm or exploit computer systems, ranging from viruses and ransomware to spyware and botnets.

Device Hygiene

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Device hygiene is the practice of keeping digital devices secure and free from cyber threats to protect company data and networks.

Bring Your Own Device Security

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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies offer convenience and flexibility but also introduce cybersecurity risks.

Zero Trust Cybersecurity

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The zero trust cybersecurity model ensures IT systems remain inaccessible by default, requiring strict verification before granting access.

Data Protection Impact Assessments

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Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) are used to evaluate our data processing activities and mitigate risks to individuals.

Understanding Facilitation Payments

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Facilitation payments are small, unofficial payments made to speed up routine services, but they are considered bribes under anti-bribery and corruption laws.

Understanding Sexual Harassment

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Sexual harassment is unwanted behaviour of a sexual nature that violates a person’s dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.

Personal Data Breaches

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Personal data breaches can occur through hacking, human error or unauthorised access, leading to serious legal and reputational consequences.

Understanding the GDPR

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The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) sets out key principles for handling personal data and protecting individuals' rights.

Preventing Tipping Off

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Tipping off is a criminal offence that occurs when someone under investigation for financial crime is made aware of the suspicion against them.

Common Cyber Threats

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Cyber threats such as phishing, malware, ransomware and unsecured networks pose significant risks to businesses.

The Three Stages of Money Laundering

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Money laundering is the process criminals use to disguise illicit funds as legitimate income through placement, layering and integration.

Understanding Information Security

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Information security is essential to protect sensitive business and customer data from unauthorised access, breaches and cyber threats.

Horizontal Agreements

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Competition drives innovation, fair pricing and better services for customers.

Deepfake Awareness

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Deepfakes use artificial intelligence to create fake images, audio or videos that can deceive individuals and organisations.

Interacting on Social Media

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Social media offers great opportunities for communication, but it also presents risks to data protection, security and reputation.

Forced Labour Indicators

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Forced labour is a serious violation of human rights, often hidden within workplaces and supply chains.

Understanding Harassment

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Harassment is unwanted conduct that violates a person’s dignity or creates an intimidating or offensive environment.

Crossing the Line into Sexual Harassment

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Sexual harassment is not limited to physical actions but can also involve words, gestures and persistent unwanted attention.

Targets of Sexual Harassment

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Sexual harassment can occur in various forms and affects everyone in the workplace.

Failing to Disclose Information

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Fraud can occur when someone deliberately withholds information to gain an unfair advantage or cause loss to others.

Compliments vs Sexual Harassment

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Genuine compliments can be part of a positive workplace, but inappropriate remarks can cross the line into sexual harassment.

Foreign Agent Bribery Risk

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Using third-party agents can expose businesses to bribery risks if due diligence is ignored.

Understanding Conflicts of Interest

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A conflict of interest is where competing interests interfere with the exercising of judgement in a relationship.

Manual Handling

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Manual handling tasks, such as lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects, can lead to injuries if not done correctly.

Slips and Trips

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Slips and trips are among the most common causes of workplace injuries, often resulting in serious harm such as fractures or concussions.

Identity Fraud

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Identity fraud occurs when criminals steal personal information to commit fraud, often leading to financial loss and reputational damage.

Display Screen Equipment

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Correctly setting up display screen equipment (DSE) is crucial for maintaining comfort and preventing strain or injury.

Understanding Fraud

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Fraud is a deliberate act of deception aimed at obtaining an unfair advantage, often causing harm to individuals or organisations.

Speak Up

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Speaking up against misconduct or unethical behaviour can be challenging, but it is essential to maintaining integrity in the workplace.

Business Email Compromise

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Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a targeted cyberattack where criminals impersonate executives or hack accounts to steal money or sensitive information.

Money Laundering Red Flags

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Detecting and reporting money laundering red flags is essential for maintaining anti-money laundering (AML) compliance.

Understanding Sanctions

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Sanctions restrict business dealings with specific individuals organisations or countries to support global peace, human rights and crime prevention.

Whistleblowing

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Whistleblowing is the act of reporting wrongdoing such as fraud, bribery or safety breaches to protect an organisation and its stakeholders.

Abuse of Position

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Fraud by abuse of position occurs when someone in a position of trust dishonestly exploits their role for personal gain or to cause loss to others.

Spot a Phishing Attempt

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Phishing emails are fraudulent attempts by cybercriminals to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information.

Gifts and Hospitality

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Gifts and hospitality can create a risk of actual or perceived bribery if not handled correctly.

Understanding Bribery

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Bribery is not always obvious and can take many subtle forms, from lavish gifts to preferential treatment.

Understanding Modern Slavery

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Modern slavery remains a persistent, inhumane practice affecting millions through forced labour, trafficking and exploitation.

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