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Quiz #8 Confidentiality and Record-keeping
Quiz #8
Safeguarding Data Protection Quiz
How well do you protect confidential safeguarding information? Take this quiz to find out!
Which of the following is considered confidential safeguarding information? (Select all that apply)
All safeguarding information—including children's personal details, case information, and staff vetting records—is confidential and must be protected.
Who can access confidential safeguarding records?
The "need-to-know" principle means access should be limited to the DSL, deputies, and others with a legitimate safeguarding responsibility.
When can you share confidential safeguarding information?
Confidentiality can (and must) be broken when a child is at risk. You may need to share information with social services, police, or other safeguarding agencies.
A teaching assistant asks you about a safeguarding case involving a child in their class. What should you do?
The DSL decides what information to share and with whom, based on the need-to-know principle. Always direct questions to the DSL.
Under GDPR, safeguarding data is classified as: (Select all that apply)
Safeguarding data involves information about children, abuse, health, and criminal records—all special category data requiring extra protection under GDPR.
What is the lawful basis for processing safeguarding data under GDPR? (Select all that apply)
Safeguarding is a legal obligation, and in emergencies, you may also rely on "vital interests" to protect a child's life or wellbeing
Safeguarding is a legal obligation, and in emergencies, you may also rely on "vital interests" to protect a child's life or wellbeing
A parent submits a Subject Access Request (SAR) asking for all information you hold about their child, including safeguarding records. What should you do?
GDPR allows exemptions when disclosure would harm a child or prejudice an investigation. Always seek guidance before responding to SARs involving safeguarding.
How long should you keep safeguarding case records?
Safeguarding records should be kept until the child reaches 25, or longer if serious allegations are involved. Follow your organisation's retention policy.
Which GDPR principle requires you to collect only the information you need?
Data minimisation means collecting only the information necessary for safeguarding purposes—no more, no less.
You accidentally email a safeguarding report to the wrong person. What should you do first?
This is a data breach. Recall the email if possible, notify your DSL, and follow your organisation's breach response procedure.
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