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Clean Desk Policy Template

Protect sensitive information with a clean desk policy. Simple rules that prevent data leaks.

Purpose

This policy establishes requirements for maintaining a clean and secure workspace to protect sensitive information from unauthorised access, theft, or accidental disclosure.

Requirements

Lock screens: Lock your computer every time you leave your desk, even for 30 seconds.
Clear desks: At the end of each day, file or shred all paper documents. No sensitive documents left on desks overnight.
No sticky notes: Passwords go in the password manager, not on sticky notes.
Secure storage: Lock confidential documents in drawers when not in use.
Clean whiteboards: Erase whiteboards containing sensitive information at the end of meetings.

Compliance

Clean desk compliance is checked randomly. Persistent non-compliance may result in disciplinary action.

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