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Import & Export Diagnostics, Creating a Procedure Manual

Importers and exporters have an obligation to exercise due diligence in conforming to regulations. What does this mean - importers and exporters have a responsibility to self regulate and to ensure they are compliant with HMRC and international trade laws.

Ensuring due diligence starts with a written plan, known as a procedure manual. While the regulations provide the do's and dont's, they don't reflect the specific processes that result in your business' compliance. That can only be determined by you and should be detailed within your procedure manual, including sufficient details describing your business records and who is responsible for ensuring they are retained. These procedures should be periodically reviewed and updated to remain compliant.

Without a documented procedure manual, a company may be found uncompliant if audited by HMRC.

How can we help?

Import & Export Diagnostics, Creating a Procedure Manual training will help you develop knowledge and practical skills in Import/Export Customs Diagnostic. This will enable the learner to create a procedural manual to complete international trade operations and stay compliant.

Date:   Thursday 16th May 2024 9.30am to 1.30pm 
Virtual:   Zoom Platform
Cost to attend:   Members £345.00 + VAT    Non-Members £390.00 + VAT 



This course is part of our Trade Expert Training Academy online program, which offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the global marketplace. Courses can be taken individually or you can enrol for the endorsed Level 4 Qualification.

Funding is available to members that enrol for the Level 4 Qualification. Find Out More 
 

Diagnostic Supply Chain & Customs Health Check

If your trading activities include imports, exports, or both, you could be subject to a customs audit at any time. The main purpose of the audit is to target the under-declaring of duty, import VAT and other irregularities. Errors made could result in serious fines, or worse!

Our Diagnostic Health Check has been designed around the current UK Customs Audit checks for companies involved in Manufacturing and Wholesale & Retail. We will look at every aspect of the key stages and go through your Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS).

Available both virtually or in-house, you will receive a full report of our findings and help and assistance on moving forward.

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