Can an employer video and audio record an employ during work hours?
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Can an employer video and audio record an employ during work hours?
At my station we have cameras which can be reviewed by our supervisors. These camera record our actions as well as our verbal interactions.
Asked on February 2, 2017 under Employment Labor Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
As a general rule, employers must provide written notice to all employees that audio/video surveillance is being used on the premises and where it is being used. They must also state the areas that are off limits from such surveillance. The fact is that there is no “expectation of privacy” in public areas such as lobbies, conference rooms, stairwells and the like, so recording conversations in these areas is legally permissable. Also, video recording in dressing areas, rest rooms and the like is illegal. Otherwise, recording without employee consent in private areas is illegal. However, the specific of all of this vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. So to be certain of all of your rights under your state's law, you can contact your state's department of labor and/or consult with an employment law attorney in your area.
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