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Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) 2000 Awareness Course

RIPA 2000 Course

Why this course?

This RIPA Training course will ensure Public Authorities are equipped with the knowledge to obtain appropriate authorities under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act if using Surveillance or Covert Human Intelligence Sources (CHIS). With the increased use of the Internet in Investigations, it is critical staff involved in the process for applications have the appropriate knowledge, understanding and training to ensure RIPA compliance and Investigatory Powers Commissioners Office (IPCO) compliance
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RIPA Training

Aim

This RIPA Legislation workshop will provide an understanding of the requirements of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 and Codes of Practice. This practical, structured RIPA compliance course gives you a comprehensive understanding of the legal regime imposed under RIPA. You’ll learn how to achieve RIPA compliance when planning, authorising and/or conducting investigative practices regulated by RIPA. ​

RIPA Courses

Who should attend

This Public Authority RIPA Training Course will provide the necessary knowledge and understanding and is tailored to the specific roles undertaken and is for all Investigators or staff involved in preparing applications under RIPA, RIPA Gatekeepers Authorising Officers and Senior Responsible Officers.
Bespoke or bitesize Training from the Learning outcomes can be delivered on request
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Learning Outcomes

RIPA Investigations

  1. Explain the legal requirements of RIPA 2000 including implications of the Human Rights Act and recent changes in CHIS Codes of Practice

  2. Identifying and understand the practical application of what constitutes a CHIS

  3. Identifying and understanding what constitutes Directed Surveillance

  4. Define what constitutes ‘private information’

  5. Identifying the boundaries and national Guidance around Internet Intelligence and Investigations and what Social Media Activity requires authorisation under RIPA

  6. Define the 3III open-source model relating to Internet Intelligence and Investigations

  7. ​Explain the statutory roles as governed by RIPA and Codes of Practice

  8. Explain the statutory tests of Necessity and Proportionality and how to apply them

  9. Explain the principles of Collateral and Intended Intrusion and how to apply an effective Management Plan

  10. Define the application, authorisation, review, renewal, and cancellation process under RIPA 

  11. Practical understanding and implications of current caselaw

  12. Explain the role and requirements of the IPCO [Investigatory Powers Commissioners Office]. 

  13. Applying procedures to ensure proper record keeping

What our learners are saying

​"The teaching resources were fantastic, they were clear, concise and summarised the legislation perfectly. I will definitely make use of the the handouts provided, I thought the quiz at the end was great, fun way to end the session"
"I found the course/trainers to be engaging, interesting and well delivered, and well directed to our needs!!"
"The quality of the course was fantastic"
"It was nice to be taught by practitioners that use the legislation every day" 

Delivery Options

investigation courses
Bespoke Delivery or book on one of our course dates

We understand the demands on your business and offer bespoke ‘in house’ training package that fulfills your legal requirement. This course can be delivered:
When you want and where you want them
Costed per delivery rather than per delegate
More cost-effective for your business
Available as a Virtual delivery

All our trainers are subject matter experts in their field and are either ex or serving members of Law Enforcement. They have a wide and extensive background in complex criminal investigations and understand fully the implications of RIPA and the practical application of it, as investigators, Senior Investigating officers and Authorising Officers

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