How does human error increase compliance and legal risks?

Human error increases compliance and legal risks by exposing organizations to penalties, lawsuits, and reputational damage.

What role does awareness training play in preventing breaches?

Awareness training prevents breaches by teaching employees to spot phishing, handle data responsibly, and practice security hygiene.

How does Emtrain’s microlesson prepare employees to avoid costly mistakes?

Emtrain’s microlesson prepares employees to avoid costly mistakes by showing everyday scenarios where errors lead to breaches and how to prevent them.

Information Security and Human Error

Preventing Data Breaches Through Awareness

Employees handle sensitive data every day, and even small mistakes can lead to security breaches. Sharing passwords, mismanaging files, or ignoring protocols puts the whole organization at risk. This microlesson offers skills training to help employees practice strong information security, protect data, and reduce compliance risks.

Microlesson Description

In this Information Security microlesson, we demonstrate how common mistakes can lead to big security breaches, such as getting your work laptop stolen from the inside of a car. Everyone has a role to play in keeping their workplace and information about operations, clients, and customers secure. Everyone’s choices matter.

Key Concepts

Realize how important an employer's data is and why it needs to be protected.
Secure personal devices if used to access work resources like work email or messaging systems.
Things to avoid such as pop-ups, emails, and links - never click without thinking.
Follow the company’s internal cyber security policies and practices.

Microlesson Features

Employee sentiment pulsing questions that provide leaders with insights into their workforce's core cultural competencies
Emtrain's Expert Answers tool, enabling employeees to submit anonymous questions about sensitive issues.

Rich, contemporary video scences illustrating key concepts through realistic scenarios
A data driven, skill-based approach to eLearning that establishes a shared language for employees.

How to Use this Lesson

Each Emtrain microlesson blends real-world video scenarios, interactive surveys, and expert insights to build stronger workplace skills. Learners gain practical actions they can apply right away, while HR leaders see measurable insights into team behaviors. And with every training plan, you get access to all 90+ microlessons across communication, inclusion, compliance, and leadership.

Teach

Learn through real-world examples and instructional content that highlight the do’s and don’ts of workplace interactions. Employees explore key concepts, see how different situations play out, and discover practical ways to build stronger, more respectful connections.

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Apply It - Take Action

Turn insights into action with clear steps for improving workplace habits. Learners walk away with practical guidance to apply immediately, while HR leaders gain data to support ongoing culture improvements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to common questions that employees and managers have about this topic. These FAQs provide a preview of what you’ll learn in this microlesson and why it matters.

Why are small mistakes the leading cause of data breaches?

Small mistakes are the leading cause of data breaches because human error—like weak passwords or lost devices—is more common than sophisticated hacking.

How can employees avoid human error in information security?

Employees can avoid human error in security by using strong passwords, locking devices, and being mindful of where and how they store sensitive data.

What risks arise when devices with sensitive data are stolen?

Stolen devices with sensitive data create risks of identity theft, regulatory fines, and loss of client trust if information is exposed.

How can managers train teams to protect client and customer information?

Managers can train teams to protect client and customer information by reinforcing security policies, conducting simulations, and modeling vigilance in daily practices.

Why should every employee take responsibility for workplace security?

Every employee should take responsibility for workplace security because breaches often result from small oversights, and collective accountability is the best defense.

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Information Security and Human Error