Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) — Question 152

A visitor approaches the security desk of a global bank to gain access to attend a meeting. The security desk personnel ask for an official form of identity. Which of the following is the BEST practice with regard to documentation for company record-keeping?

Answer options

• A. Maintain a record of identity verification but not a copy of the ID document itself.
• B. Ask the visitor to send a copy of the ID document directly to the meeting host.
• C. Post a written notice that explains copies of IDs are stored in a secure system.
• D. Ask for the visitor’s consent to make a copy of the ID document.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because maintaining a record of identity verification ensures compliance while minimizing risks associated with storing sensitive personal information. Options B and D may compromise security protocols by sending or storing copies of ID documents unnecessarily, while option C does not address the need for documentation in a secure manner.