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IT Policy

This practice is committed to preserving, as far as is practical, the security of data used by our information systems. This means that we will take all reasonable actions to;
Maintain the Confidentiality of all data within the practice by:
Ensuring that only authorised persons can gain access to our systems
Not disclosing information to anyone who has no right to see it
Maintain the integrity of all data within the practice by:
Taking care over input
Ensuring that all changes are reported and monitored
Checking that the correct record is on the screen before updating
Reporting all apparent errors and ensuring that they are resolved
Maintain the availability of all data by:
Ensuring that all equipment is protected from intruders
Ensuring that backups are taken at regular, predetermined intervals
Ensuring that contingency is provided for possible failure or equipment theft and that any such contingency plans are tested and kept up to date
Additionally we will take all reasonable measures to comply with our legal responsibilities under:
The Data Protection Act (2018)
The Health and Safety at Work Act (1992)
The Access to Health Records Act (1990)