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biometric technologies in schools: draft guidance for education authorities

DescriptionConsultation on draft guidance for local authorities on the use of biometric technology in schools.
ISBN (Web Only)
Official Print Publication Date
Website Publication DateSeptember 09, 2008

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ISBN 978 0 7559 1815 7 (Web only publication)
This document is also available in pdf format (144k)

Contents

Introduction

What is biometric technology?

Biometric technology systems
School fingerprint or palm recognition systems
Examples of the use of biometric technology in schools

Legislative context
The legal position and the Data Protection Act 1998
The Data Protection Act 1998
Other legislation

Consideration of the introduction of biometric systems
Issues to be carefully considered before electing to put in place a biometric system

Implementation of biometric systems
Pupil and parent consent
Security
Accuracy
Access and use of data
Retention
Data protection policy
Taking account of the needs of pupils with disabilities
Critical risk management

Appendix 1
Schedule 2 of the Data Protection Act 1998

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