All the ways a good CCTV system can protect you at business, let down by poor operation and errors of law.
Not Registering With the ICO
Most businesses need to register as a data controller when operating CCTV. This will cost around £40 to £60 a year to register as a data controller and you can check your data protection obligations for CCTV operators on the ICO website.
Missing the Required Signage
You must clearly display signs at each point that people will pass prior to entering the area covered by the CCTV. These signs should clearly inform people that they are under observation prior to entering the area.
No Defined Retention Period
Only keep footage for as long as is necessary. A common and defensible retention period is 30 days.
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Unrestricted Staff Access
Staff accessing images and video should have their own roles created to ensure an appropriate audit trail of who has accessed what and when.
No Written CCTV Policy
A written CCTV policy for your business should clearly outline the reasons for installing CCTV, how recorded footage will be managed and what action the business will take if an individual requests to view footage of themselves. Although a business with premises throughout Cheltenham would require a single policy document to clearly outline their CCTV operation, we can arrange for CCTV installation in Cheltenham on your behalf.
Getting the basics right protects your business and others.