Submissions open for workplace surveillance inquiry

By Shepparton News

Jul 23, 2024

Submit to the inquiry on workplace surveillance practices before the deadline. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

An inquiry into workplace surveillance practices in Victoria is now accepting submissions.

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The Legislative Assembly Economy and Infrastructure Committee has launched the inquiry, and State Member for Shepparton Kim O’Keeffe, who is also deputy chair of the committee, has urged all interested parties to contribute to the inquiry.

The inquiry will cover five key areas:

Current workplace surveillance practices and the handling of associated data in Victoria.
Regulation of workplace surveillance, including the effectiveness of privacy laws.
Potential privacy and data security risks posed by workplace surveillance.
Impact of workplace surveillance on workers, their families and workplace relations.
Best practice workplace surveillance and privacy laws interstate and overseas.

“This inquiry is particularly timely in light of recent high-profile data breaches and technological advancements such as artificial intelligence,” Ms O’Keeffe said.

“The increase in hybrid and remote working makes it crucial for our legislation to keep up with these changes.

“We’re eager to hear from employees, employers and business groups across Victoria.”

The inquiry will explore critical and emerging issues such as remote working, data breaches, the role of artificial intelligence and the broader implications of surveillance.

Submissions will be accepted until Wednesday, July 31. The committee will conduct public hearings and present its findings to parliament in May 2025.

For more information or to make a submission, visit the committee’s website at www.parliament.vic.gov.au/inquiryintoworkplacesurveillance