The Data Protection Act

The Data Protection Act 1998 imposes a number of Legal Obligations which affect the use of CCTV systems. Full Information relating to the Act can be obtained by visiting the Website operated by the Information Commissioner.

The Information Commissioner has also produced specific Codes of Practice for the use of CCTV systems. Copies of these documents can be downloaded from the Information Commissioners Website. Please Click Here  to be taken directly to the website and then follow the links on the page to be directed to Guidance documents for either the Public or Private Sectors.

Customers are reminded that it is their responsibility to comply with the Provisions of The Data Protection Act. Failure to do so could cause difficulties with using Video Images as evidence.

 The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act applies to Public Sector organisations. Details of the Act can be obtained from the Office of Surveillance Commissioners Website. To be taken directly to this Website, please Click Here  Customers are reminded that it is their responsibility to comply with the provisions of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA).

Rapid Vision Systems may also be of assistance by providing prospective customers with contact details of existing customers who have agreed to provide assistance on the way it applies in the Public Sector. Please use our Contact Us Form if you would like our assistance.