Comply with Workplace Surveillance Act 2005 (NSW)
NSW employers conducting workplace surveillance must give notice + meet specific conditions.
Who must comply
NSW employers conducting workplace surveillance.
What triggers it
Installing or using camera, computer or tracking surveillance.
When due
14 days' notice before commencement.
Evidence required
Surveillance policy; employee notification records; signage; covert surveillance Magistrate orders.
Max penalty
Civil + criminal penalties for unauthorised surveillance
Summary
The Workplace Surveillance Act 2005 (NSW) regulates camera, computer + tracking surveillance of NSW employees. Employer must give written notice 14 days before commencing; cameras must be visible + notified; computer surveillance must follow a written policy; covert surveillance requires Magistrate authorisation.
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Topics
Source: https://www.ipc.nsw.gov.au/privacy/workplace-surveillance. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.