Confidentiality in the Workplace

What is the definition of confidentiality?

• Sharing sensitive information with trusted colleagues

• Keeping sensitive information private and not disclosing it to unauthorized individuals

• All of the above

• Disclosing confidential information to advance personal interest

Which of the following is an example of confidential information in the workplace?

• Office holiday party invitations

• Employee performance review

• Social media posts of employee during work hours

• Publicly available company policies

Why is maintaining confidentiality important in the workplace?

• To protect sensitive information from unauthorized access

• To avoid legal and financial repercussions

• All of the above

• To build trust with clients, customers and employees

Which of the following strategies can help maintain confidentiality in the workplace?

• Implementation access controls and encryption for electronic data

• None of the above

• Sharing sensitive information openly in team meeting

• Leaving confidential documents on desk overnight

What should you do if you have accidentally received an email containing confidential information intended for someone else?

• Forward the email to your colleagues for their information

• Ignore the email and it from your inbox

• Reply to the sender informing them of the mistake and delete the email

• Share information with your friends outside of work

Identify if true or false: It is acceptable to discuss confidential information with coworkers who are not directly involved in the matter if they promise to keep it confidential.

• True

• False

• both

• none

In which of the following situations would it be appropriate to disclose confidential information?

• None of the above

• When reporting unethical behavior to supervisor or regulatory authority

• When discussing work-related matters with family members

• When sharing information with a competitor for personal gain

What should you do if you suspect a coworker is improperly accessing confidential information?

• Confront the coworker directly to discuss your concerns

• Ignore the situation and focus on your own work

• Report your suspicions to a supervisor or the appropriate department

• None of the above

Which of the following is not a potential consequence of breaching confidentiality in the workplace?

• Promotion and recognition

• Legal penalties

• Financial loss for the organization

• Damage to reputation and trust

How organizations promote a culture of confidentiality among employees?

•                 Providing regular training on confidentiality policies and procedures

•                Recognizing and rewarding employees who uphold confidentiality

• Encouraging open communication channels for reporting confidentiality concerns

• all of the above