Why should you have a clear desk?
A clear desk ensures that sensitive information is not exposed when you are not at your desk. Papers and digital media that are lying around may contain sensitive information. If not handled properly, sensitive information might fall into the wrong hands.
Keep these tips in mind before leaving your desk:
- Keep it clear. Do not leave sensitive papers or documents lying around on your desk for others to view.
- Keep it locked. Store documents containing sensitive information in locked drawers or file cabinets before leaving.
- Shred documents that are no longer needed.
- Secure media. Don’t leave storage devices such as CDs and USB drives lying around while you are away.
- Before leaving, lock your computer by pressing ⌘(Windows) + L for Windows or pressing shift + control + ⏏ (eject) for Mac.