Uploading Footage Securely

At the end of each shift, officers should upload all recorded footage to a secure storage system. The upload process should be as automated as possible to ensure:

• Footage is transferred securely.
• No data is lost during the transfer.

Labelling and Tagging Footage

Officers should label or tag footage with relevant information to facilitate easy retrieval. Key details to include are:

• Incident number.
• Date and time.
• Location of the recording.
• Any other pertinent details.

Proper labelling ensures that footage can be efficiently accessed when required for investigations or legal proceedings.

Ensuring Secure Storage

All BWC footage must be stored securely to prevent:

• Unauthorised access.
• Tampering.
• Loss of data.

Secure storage practices include using encrypted systems, implementing access controls, and maintaining an audit trail that records who accessed the footage and when.

Adhering to Data Retention Policies

Footage must be retained in line with the organisation’s data retention policy:

• Non-evidentiary footage may be deleted after a short period (e.g., 30 days).
• Evidentiary footage should be retained for longer periods, particularly if required for ongoing investigations or legal proceedings.

Clear retention policies ensure compliance with legal standards and efficient data management.

Controlling Access to Footage

Only authorised personnel should have access to BWC footage. Access should be granted based on legitimate needs, such as:

• Investigative purposes.
• Training and development.

This ensures that footage is used responsibly and in line with organisational policies.

Supervisory Reviews

Supervisors should conduct periodic reviews of BWC footage to:

• Ensure compliance with recording procedures.
• Identify potential training needs.
• Recommend policy adjustments where necessary.

Regular reviews promote accountability and support continuous improvement in BWC programmes.