Confidential waste

Confidential waste refers to any material, typically documents or digital files, that contains sensitive information which needs to be securely disposed of to prevent unauthorised access, theft, or misuse. This can include:

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• Personal data (e.g., names, addresses)

• Financial information (e.g. bank statements, credit card details)

• Business data (e.g., trade secrets, client information, internal reports)

• Medical records

• Legal documents

The proper disposal of confidential waste is critical to protect privacy, comply with legal requirements, and maintain organisational security. Common methods include shredding paper documents and securely erasing or destroying digital media.