It’s not just about computers
Information security is about ensuring a company’s data — from financial records to an employee’s medical exam — is protected from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.
The three pillars behind it
- Confidentiality: only those who should see it, see it.
- Integrity: information isn’t altered without authorization.
- Availability: the data is there when you need it.
Why this matters for workplace safety
Occupational exams, technical reports, accident history — all of it is sensitive information that needs protection just as much as any company financial secret.
The most common threats
Cyberattacks, leaks from careless configuration, or simply someone gaining access to something they shouldn’t — any of these failures can expose sensitive worker information.
The law requires this too
Data protection legislation treats health data as an especially sensitive category — including workers’ occupational health data.