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Personal Information:
This is defined as any information or opinions that may identify an individual.

Sensitive Information:
Sensitive information is defined as any combination of the following:

Racial/ethnic origin
Political opinions
Membership of political associations
Religious beliefs or affiliations
Philosophical beliefs
Membership of union, professional or trade associations
Sexual preferences or practices
Criminal record
Health information

Employment Records:
The privacy act broadly defines employment records as any information that is relevant to a place of employment. This may include, but is not limited to:

Training
Disciplinary records
Employee termination
Hours of work
Employment conditions
Emergency contact details
Leave entitlements
Taxation/banking/superannuation details

Authorised Access to Records:
The company defines authorised access to that which is required from work-related purposes. For example, reaching selection decisions or providing vocational guidance.