SK0-003 · Question #735
If there is a conflict in policy for data retention, which of the following should the technician adhere to FIRST?
The correct answer is D. Local legal requirements. When faced with conflicting data retention policies, the technician must always prioritize and adhere to local legal requirements first.
Question
If there is a conflict in policy for data retention, which of the following should the technician adhere to FIRST?
Options
- AIndustry best practices
- BCompany policy
- CInternational standards
- DLocal legal requirements
How the community answered
(23 responses)- A4% (1)
- C9% (2)
- D87% (20)
Why each option
When faced with conflicting data retention policies, the technician must always prioritize and adhere to local legal requirements first.
Industry best practices are recommendations and guides, which are important but do not override legal obligations.
Company policy must comply with legal requirements; therefore, if a conflict exists, the law dictates the policy.
International standards are general guidelines; while important, they are superseded by local laws that have direct legal enforcement in the technician's jurisdiction.
In any situation where multiple policies or standards conflict, local legal requirements or statutory mandates are always the highest authority and must be adhered to first to avoid legal repercussions and ensure compliance. Legal obligations supersede all other guidelines.
Concept tested: Data retention policy priority - legal compliance
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