Data Privacy Field Trip

Summary

Collecting personal information for school field trips in the philippines is generally permissible under the data privacy act of 2012 if explicit consent is obtained from parents or guardians. Clearly state the purpose of data collection and ensure the information is secured and accessible only to authorized personnel. A consent form should outline the purpose, information collected, and security measures. Consult legal guidance if needed.

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I want to know if it's a violation on usage of private information for co-curricular activities like field trips.
Hi Crissie! It’s important to handle personal information with care. Based on the Data Privacy Act of * in the Philippines, collecting students' and parents' phone numbers for field trips is generally not a violation if:
- Consent: Obtain explicit, informed consent from parents or guardians.
- Purpose: Clearly state the specific purpose for data collection.
- Security: Ensure the data is secured and only accessible to authorized personnel.
Do you need guidance on how to draft a consent form?
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Sure, Crissie! Here’s a simple template you can use for the consent form:
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Consent Form for Collection of Personal Information for School Field Trip
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are planning a field trip for our students and kindly request your consent to collect and use your and your child's phone numbers for communication and emergency purposes.
- Purpose: To facilitate communication during the field trip and to ensure safety in case of emergencies.
- Information Collected: Student's phone number, Parent/Guardian's phone number.
- Security: The information will be kept secure and only accessible to authorized personnel.
By signing below, you consent to the collection and use of the above information for the stated purpose.
Parent/Guardian Name:
Signature:
Date:
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Would you like more help with anything else?
Thank you. This works.
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I'm glad I could help, Crissie! If you have any more questions or need further assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. Have a great day and good luck with your field trip!