GDPR-38-04
Requirement
38 — Position of the data protection officer
Ensure DPO independence from instructions
Description
Controllers and processors must ensure that the data protection officer does not receive any instructions regarding the exercise of their tasks.
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GDPR-38-01
Data Governance
Involve DPO in data protection matters
GDPR-38-02
Requirement
Provide necessary resources to DPO
GDPR-38-03
Requirement
Maintain DPO expert knowledge
GDPR-38-05
Prohibition
Prohibit dismissal or penalization of DPO
GDPR-38-06
Requirement
Ensure DPO reports to highest management level
GDPR-38-07
Requirement
Ensure DPO maintains secrecy or confidentiality
GDPR-38-08
Requirement
Prevent DPO conflict of interests
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