CCTV policy

Introduction

FMTT uses closed circuit television (CCTV)The images produced are used to detect crime and monitor the FMTT complex to provide a safe and secure environment for the staff and FMTT customers and suppliers.

The system comprises of 2 separate systems.

• A number of static cameras covering a historic high value statue and the front private car park area cameras also cover an enclosed private car park and private drive ways.
• B Is used only for technical support to stage and production crews, it has a least 1 camera that normally points at the stage, we don’t normally record these images.

These cameras are monitored by FMTT production staff or visiting production crews; for technical production, control and safety purposes only.

Due to the varied technical nature of productions some productions may show limited images of members of the public.

Monitors may not normally be visible to the general public.

FMTT reserve the right to replace or upgrade their CCTV at anytime providing it’s in line with the ICO CCTV code of practice.

All CCTV systems may have sound recording capabilities.

All the CCTV systems are owned by FMTT and operated solely by authorised FMTT staff.

The A and B CCTV systems are monitored from 2 secure locations within the FMTT complex the system has the capability of remote monitoring.

The person responsible for the monitoring of both systems is the FMTT Technical Director both systems are password-protected and kept in secure non-public locations.

All authorised operators with access to the images are aware of procedures that need to be followed when accessing recorded images.

Intent

FMTT complies with Information Commissioner Office (ICO) code of practice to ensure that the FMTT CCTV systems are used responsibly to safeguard FMTT staff, customers and suppliers.

ICO Reference: Frome Memorial Theatre Trust ZA443494)

CCTV warning signs are clearly and prominently placed around the external entrance to the complex in close proximity to camera positions, further signs are in other outdoor areas. Signs contain details of the purpose for use.

FMTT CCTV systems cameras only capture images relevant to the purpose, for which they are installed. Every effort is made to ensure reasonable privacy expectations are not violated, FMTT will ensure that the location of equipment is carefully considered to ensure that captured images comply with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and the ICO CCTV code of practice.

The FMTT system doesn’t use active ANPR or Facial recognition or covert CCTV monitoring, however we may in exceptional circumstances determine a sound reason to set up convert monitoring where there is good cause to suspect illegal or unauthorised actions or serious misconduct is taking place.

Any covert monitoring will cease following the completion of an investigation.