How Would You Describe Confidentiality

The principle of confidentiality is about privacy and respecting someone’s wishes. It means that professionals shouldn’t share personal details about someone with others, unless that person has said they can or it’s absolutely necessary.

What is a good example of confidentiality?

Sharing employees’ personal data, like payroll details, bank details, home addresses and medical records. Using materials or sharing information belonging to one employee for another without their permission, like PowerPoint presentations.

How do you explain the importance of confidentiality?

Confidentiality builds trust between employer and employee and business owners have an obligation to keep staff information secure and trusted. Employees will feel reassured knowing that their personal information is being retained and used appropriately.