Course Information
Level: Practitioner
Location: Multiple locations
School/Centre: Defence College for Military Capability Integration
Course Code: FOI
Duration: 1 day
When: Multiple dates available
About this course
Through lectures, exercises and discussions, you will build an understanding of the process of handling and responding to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests.
What you will learn
You will develop an understanding of:
- the key provisions of the FOI Act
- how to handle requests for information with consideration of the cost limit
- when and how exemptions should be applied
- how to conduct a Public Interest Test (PIT)
- where to seek further guidance and information
How this course will help your career
You will learn how to respond appropriately and in a timely manner to FOI requests in the workplace, a key development to support the needs of your business.
Entry requirements
Who can attend this course
- Military
- MOD civil servants
Before you attend
You will be required to complete some pre-reading prior to attending this course, which will be detailed in your joining instructions.
Additional information
How the course will be taught
- Face-to-face/Residential
- Online (Virtual)