Using body-worn cameras enhances transparency, accountability, and safety in various professional settings.
The Using Body Worn Cameras course is designed to provide comprehensive training on the operational, legal, and ethical use of Body Worn Cameras (BWC) in professional settings. It is particularly suited for individuals working in security, law enforcement, healthcare, and other fields where transparency, accountability, and safety are essential. The course focuses on ensuring participants can effectively use BWC technology while remaining compliant with data protection regulations, such as GDPR.
Throughout the course, participants will learn how to operate BWC equipment correctly, including when to activate or deactivate the camera during incidents such as threats, violence, or anti-social behaviour. The course emphasises the importance of using BWCs ethically and transparently, ensuring compliance with legal standards and organisational policies. Practical scenarios will help learners understand how to use BWCs in a variety of real-life situations.
A significant component of the course covers GDPR and data protection compliance. Participants will explore how to lawfully handle personal data captured by BWC, from collecting and storing footage to securely deleting it within the required retention period. The course also teaches best practices for managing recorded data, ensuring only authorised personnel have access and that footage is used appropriately.
In addition to learning how to operate the cameras, participants will gain knowledge on maintaining BWC equipment, including performing daily operational checks, troubleshooting common issues, and reporting malfunctioning devices. Proper equipment maintenance ensures reliability and readiness in any situation.
The course also covers post-incident procedures, teaching participants how to report recorded incidents effectively. This includes the steps for uploading and securing footage in line with company policies and data protection laws, as well as guidelines on handling sensitive information.
Hands-on exercises and role-playing activities are incorporated into the training to provide practical experience, allowing participants to build confidence in their ability to handle BWCs during real incidents. These exercises also help attendees practice decision-making, such as determining when to activate the camera and how to de-escalate situations while recording.
Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a ProTrainings certificate, including CPD accreditation, confirming their ability to use BWC technology effectively and in compliance with legal and ethical standards. This training is essential for professionals looking to enhance their ability to ensure safety and accountability in their roles, while adhering to strict data protection regulations.
- Security Personnel
- Law Enforcement Officers
- Healthcare Workers
- Transport and Public Service Workers
- Retail Workers
- Local Authorities and Civil Enforcement Officers
- Education Sector
- Event Staff and Venue Operators
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Effective Use of BWC Equipment: Participants will learn how to properly operate Body Worn Cameras, including when and how to activate or deactivate them during incidents to ensure transparent and ethical use.
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GDPR and Data Protection Compliance: Learners will understand how to remain compliant with data protection regulations, including how to collect, store, and manage footage in accordance with GDPR, ensuring personal data is handled lawfully and securely.
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Maintaining BWC Equipment: Participants will acquire skills in maintaining the operational functionality of the equipment through routine checks, troubleshooting, and reporting any issues to ensure BWCs are ready for use.
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Post-Incident Reporting and Data Management: Learners will know the correct procedures for reviewing and managing recorded footage, including securely uploading incident footage, deleting unnecessary data, and compiling reports in line with organisational policies.
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Ethical and Legal Considerations: The course will cover the legal frameworks surrounding BWC use, teaching participants to recognise when the use of BWC is justified, necessary, and proportionate, as well as understanding when it is inappropriate or unlawful to record.
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What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?
SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.
Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
What training courses do you offer and how are they delivered?
We offer a full range of training courses across all business sectors as video online, blended and nationwide at your business or our local training centres. With over 350 courses you can learn at a time and place that meets your busy schedules and save money on travel and costs away from the office.
Are your courses Endorsed?
Yes, all ProTrainings courses are Endorsed by TQUK in addition to other approvals and endorsements to give you a quality compliant qualification for your courses whatever delivery method you take.
Why do I need accredited training courses?
Whether you are employed, running a business or taking training for other reasons, you need to ensure the course is trustworthy and will pass due diligence checks. Taking courses that are accredited gives you peace of mind of the quality, compliance and that your certificate will be accepted. Choosing ISO companies to ensure they are externally verified.
Are courses all online or can I take a blended or class course locally?
Most of our courses are available as online or classroom-based at a training centre locally. We can also send an instructor to your business to save travel and tailor the course to your business. To save time and money you can take most courses in a blended format with online and class training.
