Privacy
About
Privacy concerns relating to personal information have been the topic of much discussion in recent years and covers the empowering of individuals to manage, as far as practicable, the collection, use and dissemination of personal information about themselves.
Significant legislative reform has occurred in this area, at both the federal and state level, and The Royal Children's Hospital has implemented numerous policies to ensure compliance.
Staff are required to understand their obligations and responsibilities in this area and the following education items provide material for managers and staff regarding aspects of privacy, confidentiality and security of personal information.
Privacy Education Items
- Screensaver
- Education Guide (PDF)
Patient Privacy Brochure
- The privacy of your personal information (PDF 300 KB)
Staff Privacy, Confidentiality & Security Agreement Confidentiality Agreement RCH (PDF)
Maintaining Confidentiality Guide Maintaining Confidentiality Guide (PDF 40 KB)
Policies and Procedures (links to policy and procedure manual)
These policies have been developed to ensure RCH is compliant with the Health Records Act 2001. The main over-arching RCH Privacy Policy fulfils our obligation under HPP 5.1 within the Health Records Act 2001. The policy should be provided to patients or parents who request more information about our information management practices.
These policies are available via the RCH Policy and Procedure Manual - Information Management link or use the links below.
Policies
- 04-00-1-009 Personal Information Collection
- 04-00-1-010 Personal Information - Use and Disclosure
- 04-00-1-011 Personal Information Access
- 04-00-1-014 Personal Information - Confidentiality
- 04-00-1-015 Personal Information - Security
- 04-00-1-016 Privacy Policy
- 04-00-1-017 Clinical Photography
- 04-00-1-019 Requesting Privacy - RCH
- 04-00-1-020 Personal Information - Retention and Disposal
Procedures
Privacy Officer
From 1st July 2002, The Royal Children's Hospital has had a staff member responsible for privacy. An implementation project was completed with policies and staff education campaigns conducted. The Privacy Officer is a resource for the organisation regarding issues relating to privacy.
If you have any questions or concerns relating to privacy, confidentiality or security of information please contact:
Privacy Officer (RCH): Kathy Cassin*
* Intranet only.
