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Debbie_34
Jan 6, 2009, 02:18 PM
I work for living alternatives for the developmentally disabled, the company is installing camera and adio equipment in each apartment, to watch the employees is this a violation of anyone's rights? Especially the people we care for?

JudyKayTee
Jan 6, 2009, 02:20 PM
i work for living alternatives for the developmentally disabled, the company is installing camera and adio equipment in each apartment, to watch the employees is this a violation of anyones rights? especially the people we care for?



No. It's to keep your clients safe. As long as you are aware of the camera I see no problem.

I would think - due to the number of postings about people accused of HIPAA violations - that you would welcome the cameras.

Hidden cameras in some States aren't a problem, either, nor are "nanny cams."

this8384
Jan 6, 2009, 02:27 PM
As you've been informed that they're installing the equipment, nothing has been violated. It's especially not a HIPAA violation as no one is releasing any medical information about the patients that are being cared for.