• Shred documents horizontally for maximum security. It is preferable to shred documents horizontally or cross-shred them, as it results in a higher level of security. This makes it more challenging to reconstruct the shredded information and protects against unauthorized access.
• Shred entire documents, never just the sensitive information. Shred the entire document whenever possible, rather than removing and shredding only the sensitive information. Leaving blank spaces or partial contents can facilitate reconstruction of the discarded document.
• Use separate shredders for regular and classified documents. To minimize the risk of cross-contamination, it is advisable to utilize distinct shredders for sensitive and classified documents. This prevents accidental mixing and maintains confidentiality.
• Empty shredder collection containers securely and frequently. Regularly empty the collection containers of the shredder to prevent accumulation. Proper supervision and secure disposal of shredded materials are crucial to upholding the confidentiality of classified information.
• Dispose of shredded waste in a designated secure container. Designate a secure container solely for shredded classified documents and ensure that it is appropriately marked and supervised to avoid unauthorized access.