The DPO challenged the placement of a camera in a corridor because it captured an area where the restroom door was located. According to the DPO, this meant that individuals using the restroom were being continuously monitored, which is not permitted. Was the DPO correct?

ANSWER

It all depends on the specific placement of the camera. In particular, it is necessary to assess whether the camera's field of view covers the interior of the restroom when the door is open, and whether the recordings captured by the camera make it possible to determine who uses the restroom, how long they remain there, and how frequently they use it.

If the answer is yes, then it would indeed be advisable to change the location or positioning of the camera in order to avoid any doubts in this regard.