Keeping Personal Data Secure: Test Yourself

As a minimum standard, you should be able to answer YES to the following questions:-

· Is access to your computers and manual files restricted to authorised staff only?

· Is access to the information restricted on a "need-to-know" basis in accordance with a defined policy?

· Are your computer systems password protected?

· Is information on screens kept hidden from callers to your offices?

· Have you a back-up procedure in operation, including off-site back-up?

· Are all waste papers, printouts, etc. disposed of carefully?

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE AS A

DATA CONTROLLER

Know your obligations under the data protection act .
See www.dataprotection.ie for more details

Section 30 of the Data Protection Acts provides that the Commissioner may bring summary proceedings for an offence under the Acts

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