Information Sharing

WELCOME to this section of the company’s web site dedicated to Information Sharing and designed to give help and guidance on when and how to share information.

As well as making the company’s information sharing policies available there are some frequently asked questions (FAQs), a jargon buster of terms and acronyms, some useful hyperlinks, and contacts for training or for further advice.

In particular the site offers a unique on-line help whenever a request to share information is made.

First some important rules to remember about sharing information:

1. Always explain openly and honestly, what, how and why information will, or could be shared before obtaining agreement from the person who’s information is being shared

2. Always consider the impact of sharing information upon the safety and welfare of others

3. Always respect, where possible, a request made by anyone who does not consent to the sharing of personal sensitive information

4. Always ensure the information being shared is transferred securely, is both accurate and up-to-date, fit for purpose and is only shared with those people who actually need it

5. Always record a reason for the decision to share or not to share information

6. Whenever in doubt, seek immediate advice from an appropriate Manager

Ready to share information? >>>>>

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Page updated: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 12:08 PM