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Course Outline
Introduction to the Privacy Act
- The intent and scope of the legislation
- Definitions regarding personal information
- Institutional duties and responsibilities
Collection and Utilization of Personal Information
- Legal authority and the principle of data minimization
- Requirements for transparency and notice
- Protocols for internal data sharing
Disclosure and Protection of Data
- Permissible disclosures as defined by the Act
- Security safeguards for both physical and digital records
- Considerations for third parties and cross-border data transfers
Access to Information and Correction Requests
- Citizens’ rights to access their personal data
- Procedural steps for addressing requests
- Processes for correcting and annotating records
Responding to and Reporting Privacy Breaches
- Defining privacy breaches and providing illustrative examples
- Steps for containing breaches and issuing notifications
- The role of the Office of the Privacy Commissioner
Privacy Governance and Program Execution
- Creating a robust privacy policy and control framework
- Enhancing staff training and fostering awareness
- Conducting internal audits and driving continuous improvement
Case Studies and Government Scenarios
- Analyzing real-world instances of compliance failure
- Conducting mock privacy impact assessments
- Best practices for interdepartmental collaboration
Summary and Future Actions
Requirements
- Familiarity with fundamental public sector operations
- Knowledge of document management and citizen data processes
- General understanding of legal and compliance duties in the government sector
Intended Audience
- Access to Information Officers
- Privacy Coordinators and Legal Analysts
- Public servants tasked with managing personal data
7 Hours
