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Module 4 Review Questions

The following questions test your knowledge of the information you have studied in this module. You can use them both to test your knowledge and to link back to this module's topics, to review any information about which you are uncertain.

Is a ATIPP Access Request Required?

	Is an access request necessary for an individual to receive access to a government record?
	Yes
	No

Responding to a ATIPP Access Request

	The Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act gives individuals the right to access government records. The Act also sets out rules for how a government institution must respond to an ATIPP access request. Select the correct statement below regarding how a government institution must respond.
	The individual is asking for a lot of records I don't think he should have, therefore I am not going to tell the ATIPP Coordinator that they even exist.
	The law requires that a response be provided within 30 days, so I better send it to the ATIPP Coordinator immediately.
	The access request is not urgent and can be set aside until I have time to look at it.

Can Personal Information be Disclosed?

	Access requests may sometimes be for government records containing personal information. Which of the following statements is correct?
	In general, personal information can only be provided to the person the information is about, unless a reason for disclosure exists in the Act.
	As long as the subject line of the record doesn't say "personal" or "confidential", the record can be disclosed.
	If an access request form is properly completed and required fees are paid, then the government must disclose the full record being requested, including any personal information.