NextBase 320GW, Instruction Manual

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W hen using the NEXTBASE 380GW in a commercial vehicle you must ensure that you comply with
any applicable legislation set out by the Government in your location. The following guide is written for
usage of the product in the UK.
UK requirements include but are not limited to the Data Protection Act, the CCTV Code of Practice
and the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice.
A simple CCTV Compliance Checklist is included upon the Software Disk included with the NEXTBASE
380GW. Additional supporting documents are also included to help Data Controllers comply with
applicable legislation. Example Policy and Procedure documents are also supplied (in editable Word
document format) so that you can amend them to suit your business.
CCTV Compliance Checklist Steps
1. The CCTV Code of Practice states that there should be a pressing need for a camera to be
installed in your vehicle as using cameras can be privacy intrusive. You should ensure that you
have identified a clear need for a camera to be installed (e.g. For the purpose of driver and
passenger safety)
2. You must have a designated Data Controller who will be responsible for ensuring data is
recorded correctly and securely as well as ensuring all Operators are aware of all relevant
policies and procedures regarding the use of
The Data Controller must register Dash Cams.
with the Information Commission's Office (ICO). This can be done by visiting www.ico.org.uk.
Data controllers will usually be organisations, but can be individuals, for example self-employed
consultants. Even if an individual is given responsibility for data protection in an organisation,
they will be acting on behalf of the organisation, which will be the data controller.
3. The CCTV Code of practice states that you must let people know when they are in an area
where a surveillance system is in operation.
Supplied with your product are three 'CCTV Window Stickers' (shown below) for this purpose.
To comply with Surveillance Camera Legislation, the above window stickers should be located
on all entrance points to your vehicle.
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USING CCTV IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT
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