POPI Act
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The POPI Act requires us to inform our data subjects (candidates/applicants) how we intend to use their information.
We are also required to protect the information from any threats, internal or external, deliberate, or accidental, to ensure business continuance. This policy provides a framework and measures within our company regarding the protection of individuals’ privacy.
All employees are required to adhere to the guidelines provided below in this POPI private policy. Any external service provider responsible for providing and managing information technology must adhere to the same information security principles contained in this policy to ensure security measures are in place in respect of the processing of personal information.
Effective Date: 01st September 2023
At LGL Staffing, your trusted recruitment and staffing agency, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy of personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This policy outlines our practices for collecting, processing, and protecting personal information.
1. Collection of Personal Information:
1.1. We collect personal information directly from candidates during the recruitment process, which includes, but is not limited to, resumes, application forms, and interviews.
1.2. Clients may provide us with personal information about their employees or candidates during the hiring process.
1.3. We may collect personal information from publicly available sources, such as professional networking platforms.
2. Processing of Personal Information:
2.1. Personal information will only be used for legitimate recruitment purposes, including matching candidates with job opportunities.
2.2. We will not process personal information for any purpose incompatible with the original purpose for which it was collected.
2.3. Personal information will be kept accurate and up-to-date, and reasonable steps will be taken to ensure its completeness.
3. Security Measures:
3.1. LGL Staffing has implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.
3.2. Access to personal information is restricted to employees and contractors who require it for legitimate business purposes.
4. Data Subject Rights:
4.1. Individuals have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information held by LGL Staffing.
4.2. Requests can be made to our dedicated contact person: [Insert Contact Information].
5. Retention of Personal Information:
5.1. Personal information will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
6. Sharing Personal Information:
6.1. Personal information will only be shared with third parties when necessary for recruitment purposes, and we will ensure that such third parties are POPIA compliant.
7. Complaints and Concerns:
7.1. Individuals who have concerns or complaints about the processing of their personal information can contact our dedicated contact person:
Name : Langa Ludidi
Email Address : langa@lglstaffing.co.za
Phone : 041 012 5019
8. Training and Awareness:
8.1. LGL Staffing provides training and awareness programs to employees to ensure compliance with this policy and POPIA.
9. Review and Update:
9.1. This policy will be reviewed and updated regularly to ensure its continued compliance with POPIA.
10. Contact Information:
For any questions or concerns related to this POPI Act Policy or the protection of personal information at LGL Staffing, please contact:
LGL Staffing
14a Pickering Street, Newton Park
Gqeberha, 6045
041 012 5053
admin@lglstaffing.co.za
www.lglstaffing.co.za
By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. We may update this policy from time to time, and any changes will be posted on our website.