if not, is there a way to find out yourself if there are any? i don't think i do anything to worry about, but it would just be nice to know if i'm being watched
2007-10-07 15:15:44 · 9 answers · asked by summer 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
ok, i am not guilty of stealing, i just think about if anyonw's watching when i pick my weggie and personal stuff like that, you know- kinda embarassing. and i'm not going to the bathroom every time i have a weggie or have to blow my nose.
2007-10-07 16:03:08 · update #1
I don't think there is a legal requirement, but if I were an employer I would tell the employees--because:
1. it affects morale and productivity, if people think they are getting spied on or observed without their knowledge.
2. the point of the cameras would be security and inventory protection. The objective is security and protection--not criminal convictions. In other words, the cameras would be more effective if everyone knew that they were there.
3. it would be important to deal with people's fears and concerns about the cameras--the employer could assure everyone that there are no cameras is restrooms or changerooms and that sort of thing. The rumour mill would kick into high gear if such assurances were not given.
2007-10-07 15:24:05 · answer #1 · answered by Pagan Dan 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There's little gadgets you can buy that are supposed to be able to detect bugs and cameras. They're often sold right next to the bugs and cameras in fact.
No idea if they work.
Anyway, to paraphrase Dilbert's pointy haired boss, that sounds like something a guilty person would ask.
By the way, interesting fact, a structure in which all the inmates, er, employees, are subject to covert surveillance at unknown times is called a "Panopticon." Look it up. The pickled inventor is encased in a glass box in a university somewhere.
2007-10-07 22:26:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
because of serendipity, it doesn't matter if the cameras are there.
They don't need to have the video as proof of (what ever), they simply use it to send a janitor or manager to that general area for some made up reason so that you are caught by a witness rather than a camera which may violate your civil rights.
2007-10-07 22:22:04 · answer #3 · answered by in pain 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No i doubt that they have to really tell you anything, but more then likely yes there is camera, but the last thing i would do is ask......it will really give them a reason to watch you, so stay cute u dont want to get caught looking bad!
2007-10-07 22:20:29 · answer #4 · answered by MixedQtee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Telling you they were there would defeat the purpose of HIDDEN cameras. Your best bet is to assume you ARE being monitored. Most of my employers have just used VISIBLE cameras. Of course, everyone KNOWS there are cameras in banks and retail stores to begin with.
2007-10-07 22:26:29 · answer #5 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No they don't. In common work areas you have no expectations for privacy at work. As for detecting them, don't waste your time. Spycams come in ultra small sizes, and can be disguised in just about anything.
2007-10-07 22:22:16 · answer #6 · answered by Cysteine 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if they are located in the locker rooms and restrooms.
2007-10-07 22:28:23 · answer #7 · answered by pussycatwannbe2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing to worry about then why are you worried. Sounds like you are another worthless theiving bum to me.
2007-10-07 22:19:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it is the second time having office sex.
2007-10-07 22:28:05 · answer #9 · answered by sparkles 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋