Destroying information
You must destroy hard copy information securely when no longer required. You can achieve this by:
- using a crosscut shredder
- using a confidential waste service such as the councils "blue bin" service
You must always control access to information until it is securely destroyed.
You must not place hard copy information in open waste bins or waste skips.
You must securely delete digital information from hardware and media when no longer required.
You must consider several factors when destroying or sanitizing digital information including:
- the sensitivity of the data therein
- the type of hardware or media
- the potential re-use of the hardware
You should seek specialist advice from the service desk by telephone: 01522 555555.