Document Purpose
This document sets operational guidance for email, faxing and sharing of data with third parties. Each is dealt with separately but overall responsibilities and legal requirements apply to all information relating to the sending of patient/person identifiable, corporate and sensitive data. Information Governance Leads for each service / department are identified above and should be contacted if you are in doubt.
In the event of equipment failure for any reason, staff should refer to the service business continuity plan.
A summary of this document is also available for staff; please refer to the ‘Guidance for all staff, volunteers and contractors on handling personal information’ leaflet as part of staff induction.