Introduction

This document defines the E-mail Policy for Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and

• Sets out the Trust’s policy for the protection of the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the e-mail system
• Establishes the Trust and user responsibilities for the e-mail system
• Provides reference to documentation relevant to this policy

 

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to ensure the proper use of the Trust’s e-mail system and make users aware of what the Trust deems as acceptable and unacceptable use of its e-mail system.

The objective of this policy is to ensure the security of the Trust’s e-mail system. The Trust will:

• Ensure Availability - Ensure that the e-mail system is available for users.
• Preserve Integrity - Protect the e-mail system from unauthorised or accidental modification ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the Trust’s assets.
• Preserve Confidentiality - Protect assets against unauthorised disclosure.

 

Policy Details

Download:	PDF version
Compiled by:	Head of IT
Ratified by:	Information Governance Steering Group
Date Ratified:	July 2017
Date Issued:	November 2017
Review Date:	July 2020
Target Audience:	All staff
Contact name:	Head of IT

 

See also:

• Disciplinary Policy
• Harassment and Bullying at Work Policy
• Photographing Patients: Guidance for Staff