The following are examples of situations (not an exhaustive list and intended for guidance only) that could lead to actual or perceived conflicts of interest that must be declared by individuals engaged with FDE Training business:
– an individual has interests that conflict with his or her professional position at FDE Training
– an individual works for or carries out work on FDE Training’s behalf but may have personal interests – paid or unpaid – in another business, which either uses FDE Training products or services, or produces similar products
– an individual undertakes activities for another organisation that is in competition with FDE Training, for example, another training provider
– an individual carrying out work on FDE Training behalf has friends or relatives taking FDE Training assessments
Potential or perceived conflicts of interest may exist in some circumstances, provided that effective mitigations are put in place in order to reduce the risk of adverse effect and meet the regulatory responsibilities.
If there is any doubt as to what constitutes conflicts of interest, you should disclose and discuss this with your line manager.
