DPO AND STAFF UNDER PDPA

Question 1

What are the DPO requirements in SG?

Answer 1

Each organization must appoint one or more Data Protection Officers (DPOs). They may delegate certain responsibilities - including to non-employees. The business contact of the DPO must be made available to the public.

Question 2

What are the responsibilities of a Data Protection Officer in Singapore?

Answer 2

The responsibilities of a DPO include overseeing data protection policies - conducting training - handling data protection queries and complaints - and ensuring data protection measures are implemented.

Question 3

Why is regular staff training important under the PDPA?

Answer 3

Regular staff training helps ensure that employees understand their responsibilities under the PDPA and know how to handle personal data appropriately.

Question 4

What should staff training cover under the PDPA?

Answer 4

Staff training should cover data protection principles - consent requirements - data security measures - and procedures for handling data breaches.