• April 25, 2024
• NetClub

New Zealand workplace surveillance laws don’t permit free reign for workplace monitoring cameras. While such cameras may be permitted for legitimate business uses, their purpose must also be balanced against protecting employee privacy while meeting employer needs.

CCTV technology provides employers with a solution. Employers might install CCTV for various reasons, ranging from employee safety and theft prevention to managing insurance claims, and productivity monitoring. Employers must clearly outline their reasons for installing the cameras at least two weeks in advance so employees have time to understand and raise any potential concerns they might have about its implementation.

Undertaking workplace surveillance using CCTV requires careful consideration, taking into account a complex interplay of factors including employee rights to privacy, data protection regulations, relevant laws and costs associated with installation and maintenance. Before beginning any workplace surveillance monitoring initiatives it’s crucial to address all these elements to ensure an equitable approach that complies with regulatory standards.