Learning How To Handle a Data Subject Requests

Dealing effectively with a DSAR can be challenging for some organisations, however it doesn’t have to be. Implementing a clear process will help dealing with a DSAR run smoothly.

What is a DSAR?

A DSAR, also known as SAR is a Data Subject Access Request, exactly as it says. Anyone has the right to ask an organisation if they’re using or storing their personal information. They can also ask you for copies of their personal information.
This is called the right of access and is also known as making a subject access request, a SAR or a DSAR.

Requests for DSARs can come from employees, customers and those on your database, the amount of information that an organisation holds on individuals is increasing in part due an unintended consequence of technology.

We Run Training Courses on How to Handle DSAR’s

A new date is yet to be set.

Course outline

  • GDPR overview and principles
  • What is personal data, what is special category data
  • Rights of the individual under GDPR
  • Legal Basis for processing personal data and how they apply to the DSAR
  • Receiving & recognising a DSAR
  • How to clarify the request – what do they actually want?
  • Identifying the requester
  • Timescales, how long do we have to process this request
  • Third parties & redaction of data
  • Unfounded or excessive requests
  • Managing the process – implementing a work flow into your organisation
  • DSAR policy and process, ensuring it is up to date and fit for purpose

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Understand what Personal Data is and what is special category data
  • Know what the Legal Bases for processing Personal Data are
  • Recognise the DSAR and be able to follow the process
  • Understand key roles & responsibilities when completing and reviewing the DSAR
  • Share experience and expand personal knowledge

Who will this be of interest to?

  • Data protection and Privacy managers
  • Mangers with a responsibility for Data Protection
  • Persons that process personal data daily
  • Human resources staff
  • Staff who handle DSARs

Whats included

  • Half day training course with trainer
  • Course notes
  • Templates associated with the DSAR
  • Certificate

Discounts are available for Group training from the same Company or Organisation.

interested in joining the next course ?

Then please let us know below and we will contact you when the next date is available (Jan 25)


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