More than just training: Why the Risk Protection Officer program delivers long-term strength for people and businesses

Practical insights. New perspectives. And often the beginning of a valuable network.

Participants in our Risk Protection Officer (RPO) training receive far more than traditional professional development in risk management. Whether in Berlin, Barcelona, Mexico, or this November in Upper Austria (Secure your spot now): Our goal is to bring together professionals who carry responsibility for risk, safety, business continuity, and corporate resilience.

The focus is not only on imparting specialist knowledge, but also on sharing experiences, collaborative learning, and understanding how risks are successfully managed across different companies, industries, and countries.

Practical learning instead of textbook theory

The RPO training program combines presentations by our experts, real-world loss events, group work, discussions, and hands-on exercises during a facility tour to deliver a unique educational experience.

Key topics covered by participants include:

• Operational risk management

• Fire and explosion protection

• Business Continuity Management (BCM)

• Insurance requirements and risk assessment

• Legal and regulatory frameworks

• Technical protection measures

• International standards and best practices

We place great emphasis on directly linking theoretical knowledge with practical application. Real-world loss events, current challenges from industrial enterprises, and concrete solutions make the content tangible and immediately applicable.

International perspectives provide new insights

One of the greatest benefits of our training sessions is the diversity of the participants.

In past sessions, we have welcomed specialists and executives from a wide range of industries and countries, each bringing their own unique challenges and experiences.

These diverse perspectives often lead to highly engaging discussions and offer insights that would rarely emerge in a traditional classroom setting.

Learning together, growing together

What many participants appreciate most are the personal connections and the strong network built during the multi-day program.

Joint activities outside the training sessions, plant tours, group work, and informal conversations create space for professional exchange and personal relationships. These frequently develop into long-term professional contacts from which participants benefit for years to come.

After all, successful risk managers know that the best solutions often emerge when people share their experiences.

An experience that leaves a lasting impression

Whether during a facility tour, a shared lunch, or intensive discussions in the seminar room: the training program is defined by the people who participate.

Our recent training sessions in Berlin, Barcelona, and Mexico demonstrate exactly that. They document not just a professional training, but a community of experts working together to make companies more resilient, safer, and better prepared for future challenges.

Next training program: November 2026 in Lenzing – Attersee (Austria) – featuring Fire Protection

This November, the next session of the Risk Protection Officer Training begins at Das Zeit Hotel in Lenzing.

If you want to expand your risk management expertise, discover international best practices, and become part of a strong network, now is the ideal time to secure your spot.

For participants from Austria, the training program offers additional value. Upon successful completion, the following recognized credentials can be issued:

• Recognized professional development for fire protection officers

• Extension of the fire protection pass for 5 years in accordance with TRVB 117 O

• IDD continuing education credits

The number of participants is limited.

All details about the program and registration options can be found here.

We look forward to welcoming you in November.

A few impressions from our training sessions in Mexico, Berlin, and Barcelona: