Video Surveillance

Same basic rules as for telephone monitoring – if audio is also recorded, notice of such monitoring is needed
To avoid grumbling about covert surveillance and possible bad publicity, go ahead and just let employees know that video monitoring of certain areas will take place
Never attempt to videotape areas where it is known that employees may be undressed on a routine basis (restrooms, dressing rooms)
Only authorized personnel should ever view surveillance tapes – defamation and invasion of privacy suits can result if tapes are shown to unauthorized persons

For a sample video surveillance policy/consent form, click here.