Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)

DPIA CCTV and Audio Recording at ASL Vets Ltd

  1. Purpose of Processing
  • To protect staff, clients, animals, and property; support investigations; and uphold service quality
  1. Nature of Processing
  • Continuous audio and video recording in reception, consult rooms, prep area, and surgery
  • Retention: 30 days
  • Access: Senior management only, for investigations
  1. Lawful Basis
  • Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR)
  1. Necessity and Proportionality
  • Coverage limited to operational areas
  • No recording in private spaces
  • Signage and staff training ensure transparency
  1. Risks Identified
  • Misuse of footage
  • Inadequate access controls
  • Lack of client awareness
  1. Mitigation Measures
  • Password protection and encryption
  • Access logs and audit trails
  • Clear signage and staff briefings
  • Automatic deletion after 30 days
  1. Consultation
  • Staff informed via training
  • Clients informed via signage
  1. Review Schedule
  • Annual review or upon system/legal change