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A number of complex federal and state laws regulate workplace surveillance, and a variety of factors may influence the legal risks associated with surveillance activities. For example, before a dental practice implements a surveillance program, it should consider factors such as:

• Where will the camera(s) be installed (e.g., building exterior, reception area, business office, operatory)? Can the camera(s) be installed so as to eliminate the possibility of capturing private areas such as restrooms and changing rooms?

• What is the purpose of the surveillance?

• What information is intended to be captured (and likely to be captured)?

• Will the equipment capture only video, or both audio and video?

• Will the dental practice post a sign alerting the public that surveillance is under way?

• Will the dental practice notify employees of the surveillance program, and have policies and procedures in place concerning the program and the resulting surveillance records?

• Will patient information be recorded, and, if so, how will it be stored (and for how long) and who will have access?

• Will the equipment capture information about patients’ dental procedures?

• Will the equipment capture employee information, and might it be used in connection with employment matters such as discipline, promotions, or terminations?

• How might the dental practice act on information obtained through monitoring?