{"id":3997,"date":"2025-09-18T13:42:18","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T03:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/g8education.edu.au\/?page_id=3997"},"modified":"2025-09-18T13:42:41","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T03:42:41","slug":"cctv-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/g8education.edu.au\/cctv-faqs","title":{"rendered":"CCTV in our centres"},"content":{"rendered":"    <section id=\"g8-page-title_0_68cb7f9c00117\" class=\"g8-page-title primary  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-page-title__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-page-title__inner-container--image\">\n                                                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-pattern-horizontal\"><\/i>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-page-title__inner-container--content\">\n                            <h1 class=\"g8-page-title__title\">CCTV in our centres<\/h1>\n                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_2_68cb7f9c0011d\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container full no-image\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Prior to the announcement of new Government reforms for CCTV, G8 Education committed to accelerating the rollout of CCTV to all our centres in Australia. This initiative is part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen child safety policies, procedures, and practices.<\/p>\n<p>The rollout will take place in stages, and we will provide families and team members with updates as the project progresses. We are committed to meeting all child safety, privacy, and data security requirements, and will comply with all relevant Australian laws and regulations.<\/p>\n<p>The project is currently in the design and procurement phase, so some details are still being finalised. We will continue to share updates as the rollout advances.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\" class=\"g8-accordion dark  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__title g8-block-title\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n                                                    <div class=\"accordion accordion-flush g8-accordion__items\" id=\"g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-0\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Why are we introducing CCTV?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-0\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>We are accelerating the rollout of CCTV across our centres to help strengthen child safety and support our ongoing child protection practices. All CCTV use will comply with relevant Australian laws and regulations for privacy, data security, and safe storage. The rollout will happen in stages, and we will keep families and team members updated along the way.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-1\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How will CCTV make it safer for children?\u202f\u202f<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>CCTV helps keep children safe by monitoring shared areas and supporting investigations if incidents occur. It provides an extra layer of protection so team members can focus on caring for children in a secure environment.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-2\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How will CCTV make it safer for team members?\u202f<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-2\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>CCTV helps create a safer workplace by allowing us to review incidents and support investigations, ensuring team members can work in a protected and well-managed environment.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-3\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Where will cameras be located?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-3\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Exact locations are still being determined however we can confirm that cameras will be located and capture footage in accordance with all relevant Australian laws and regulations.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-4\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Who will be able to view footage?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-4\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Access will be tightly controlled and limited to authorised team members only. All access will be logged, monitored, and auditable.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-5\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How long will footage be kept?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-5\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>This will be confirmed during system design, and in compliance with all relevant legislative requirements. Typically, footage is stored securely for a short period (for example, 30 days) before being automatically and securely deleted, unless required to be held for an incident or investigation.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-6\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Will CCTV be used to monitor team members?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-6\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>CCTV will not be used to monitor team member performance on a live basis. However, team member conduct may be assessed in the event of a concern being raised, an incident occurring or investigation being undertaken.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-7\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-7\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Will someone be constantly monitoring CCTV?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-7\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>A limited number of our centres require additional live CCTV cameras to assist in monitoring certain rooms, however those cameras do not store footage and are used for supervision and safety purposes only. Otherwise, CCTV will not be continuously monitored. Footage will be accessed if there is a specific incident, concern, or investigation, and only by authorised personnel.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-8\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-8\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Can a centre install its own CCTV?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-8\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>As part of the rollout, CCTV will be introduced through a centralised project to ensure every centre meets the same safety, privacy, and data security standards. Locally installed CCTV devices will not be permitted.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-9\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-9\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What if my centre already has CCTV?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-9\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>If your centre already has CCTV, it will be reviewed as part of the project. Existing systems may need to be upgraded or replaced to meet G8\u2019s standards for safety, privacy, and data security. Centres will not be permitted to make changes or install new systems independently.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-10\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How will data be kept secure?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-10\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>The solution is still being designed, however data security is a core part of the project. Footage will be stored in Australia, with strict access controls, monitoring, and supplier security compliance built into the system design.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-11\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-11\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What happens if there\u2019s ever unauthorised access to the system or any footage?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-11\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>As part of the design process, strong data security protections are being built in. Any unauthorised access to footage or to the system will be reviewed by the G8 Privacy Officer and the Head of Cyber Security in accordance with our policies and any requirements of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and any other applicable regulations.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-12\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">When will CCTV cameras be installed?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-12\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>We are currently in the design and procurement phase. Installation timelines will be communicated when suppliers and solutions are confirmed.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-13\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-13\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How is privacy being protected?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-13\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Protecting privacy is central to the project. Cameras will only be in appropriate shared spaces, signage will be displayed, and all policies and procedures will adhere to relevant Australian privacy laws and other applicable legislation.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-14\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How does family consent for photographs affect CCTV footage?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121-14\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_4_68cb7f9c00121\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>We understand that some families do not permit photographs of their children to be shared or used for marketing or on platforms like Xplor. We respect these preferences and CCTV footage will never be used for these purposes. CCTV will only be used for safety, protection, and incident review and investigation as outlined above.<\/p>\n<p>Families will be notified of the presence of CCTV cameras, and footage will be used solely for the purposes described above.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why are we introducing CCTV?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"We are accelerating the rollout of CCTV across our centres to help strengthen child safety and support our ongoing child protection practices. 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