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What is the primary obligation of an entity regarding the accuracy of personal information?
What is the primary obligation of an entity regarding the accuracy of personal information?
- To provide individuals the option to remove their information entirely.
- To regularly audit the personal information for errors.
- To take reasonable steps to ensure the information is accurate, up to date, complete, and relevant. (correct)
- To ensure the personal information is kept confidential at all times.
Which of the following statements best describes the obligations of an APP entity regarding the security of personal information?
Which of the following statements best describes the obligations of an APP entity regarding the security of personal information?
- Entities are required to share all personal information with third parties.
- Reasonable steps must be taken to protect personal information from misuse and unauthorized access. (correct)
- Personal information must be made public to ensure transparency.
- Fitness checkups must be conducted quarterly.
Under APP 13, what is the actual obligation of an entity when an individual requests access to their personal information?
Under APP 13, what is the actual obligation of an entity when an individual requests access to their personal information?
- To charge the individual a fee for processing the request.
- To provide access unless it is too labor-intensive.
- To provide access unless a specific exception applies. (correct)
- To disregard the request if it is not made in writing.
What actions must an entity consider regarding the correction of personal information?
What actions must an entity consider regarding the correction of personal information?
In which situation may an APP entity be required to destroy personal information?
In which situation may an APP entity be required to destroy personal information?
What requirement is outlined in APP 1 regarding personal information management?
What requirement is outlined in APP 1 regarding personal information management?
Which of the following statements best describes APP 2?
Which of the following statements best describes APP 2?
What does APP 3 specifically address regarding personal information?
What does APP 3 specifically address regarding personal information?
How must APP entities manage unsolicited personal information according to APP 4?
How must APP entities manage unsolicited personal information according to APP 4?
What does APP 6 specify regarding the use of personal information?
What does APP 6 specify regarding the use of personal information?
What is required by APP 8 concerning cross-border personal information disclosure?
What is required by APP 8 concerning cross-border personal information disclosure?
According to APP 10, what must APP entities ensure about the personal information they collect?
According to APP 10, what must APP entities ensure about the personal information they collect?
What does APP 7 stipulate concerning direct marketing using personal information?
What does APP 7 stipulate concerning direct marketing using personal information?
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Study Notes
Australian Privacy Principles (APP) Overview
- APP 1 emphasizes the need for open and transparent management of personal data, requiring entities to maintain an up-to-date APP privacy policy.
- APP 2 promotes anonymity and pseudonymity, allowing individuals the choice to remain unidentified unless limited exceptions apply.
Collection and Handling of Personal Information
- APP 3 specifies conditions under which solicited personal information can be collected, enforcing stricter standards for sensitive data.
- APP 4 provides guidelines for managing unsolicited personal information that may be received by APP entities.
Notification and Usage Guidelines
- APP 5 mandates entities to inform individuals about specific matters during the collection of personal information.
- APP 6 details scenarios in which personal information can be used or disclosed by APP entities.
Direct Marketing and Cross-Border Disclosure
- APP 7 restricts the use of personal information for direct marketing, stipulating that certain conditions must be satisfied.
- APP 8 outlines necessary precautions when disclosing personal information overseas to protect privacy.
Government Identifiers and Data Quality
- APP 9 limits the adoption, use, or disclosure of government-related identifiers, emphasizing specific circumstances under which this is permissible.
- APP 10 requires entities to ensure that personal information is accurate, complete, and up-to-date, relevant to its intended use or disclosure.
Security and Access Rights
- APP 11 mandates reasonable security measures to protect personal information from misuse, loss, and unauthorized access, including obligations to destroy or de-identify data when necessary.
- APP 12 outlines APP entities’ responsibilities regarding individuals' requests for access to their held personal information.
Correction of Personal Information
- APP 13 specifies the obligations of APP entities to correct personal information when inaccuracies are identified, ensuring the data remains reliable and relevant.
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