Introduction

This policy promotes good practice to ensure users are aware of the processes required to dispose of all unwanted University IT equipment in a safe and secure manner. It is important that no personal or sensitive data remains on the equipment, including University software. IS&T staff will ensure the deletion of any data using the appropriate disposal techniques. Any contractors used in the sale or disposal of IT equipment are obliged to adhere to the relevant standards, and to provide proof of data destruction.

Key Points

• All University IT equipment must be disposed of only by IS&T. Contact the DTS Service Desk via https://go.shu.ac.uk/staffDTScontactus,
• All personal and sensitive data must be securely destroyed using the appropriate method,
• All University IT equipment must have all data wiped before reallocation.

The Policy Document

The Disposal of IT Equipment Policy can be found here (PDF, 162.7KB).

Guidance

Further relevant information can be found at;

• Physical and Environmental Security Policy Overview

Sheffield Hallam University website