we will process data recorded by CCTV cameras to ensure we are compliant with data protection law and best practice. This policy also explains how to make a subject access request in respect of personal data created by CCTV. We recognise that information that we hold about individuals is subject to data protection legislation. The images of individuals recorded by CCTV cameras in the workplace are personal data and therefore subject to the legislation. We are a controller and we have registered our use of CCTV with the Information Commissioner. We are committed to complying with our legal obligations and seek to comply with best practice suggestions from the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
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3.3
This policy covers all employees and other individuals working and/or visiting our premises).
3.4
This policy is non-contractual and does not form part of the terms and conditions of any employment or other contract. We may amend this policy at any time without consultation. The policy will be regularly reviewed to ensure that it meets legal requirements, relevant guidance published by the ICO and industry standards. A breach of this policy may, in appropriate circumstances, be treated as a disciplinary matter. Following investigation, a breach of this policy may be regarded as misconduct leading to disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.
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PERSONNEL RESPONSIBLE
4.1
The board of directors has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and the effective operation of this policy. Day-to-day management responsibility for deciding what information is recorded, how it will be used and to whom it may be disclosed has been delegated to the IT Department. Day-to-day operational responsibility for CCTV cameras and the storage of data recorded is the responsibility of the IT Department.
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Responsibility for keeping this policy up to date has been delegated to the IT Department.
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REASONS FOR THE USE OF CCTV
5.1
We currently use CCTV in and around our site as outlined below. We believe that such use is necessary for legitimate business purposes, including:
(a) to prevent crime and protect buildings and assets from damage, disruption, vandalism and other crime;
(b) for the personal safety of staff, visitors and other members of the public and to act as a deterrent against crime;
(c) to support law enforcement bodies in the prevention, detection and prosecution of crime;
(d) to assist in day-to-day management, including ensuring the health and safety of staff and others;
(e) to assist in the effective resolution of disputes which arise in the course of disciplinary or grievance proceedings; and
to assist in the defence of any civil litigation, including employment tribunal proceedings. This list is not exhaustive and other purposes may be or become relevant.
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