❓ A WA parliamentary question on notice regarding the loss or theft of government-owned computers and the measures taken to protect sensitive information. The response indicates no losses for the reporting period and details the implementation of DataDot technology as a theft deterrent.
AnsweredQoN 4627Legislative Council
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For each Department and Agency under the Minister’s control, including the Ministerial office -
(1) How many laptop, notebook and palm computers have been reported lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006?
(2) What was the total value of the computers that were lost or stolen?
(3) Did any of these computers contain information that could be regarded as sensitive?
(4) What steps have been taken to ensure that any commercial or sensitive information was not compromised?
(5) Was the loss or theft of any of these computers reported to the police?
(6) If yes to (5), when were these reports made?
(7) Of those reported, what has been the outcome?
(8) If any were not reported to the police, why not?
(9) What steps, if any, have been put into place with a view to eliminating, or at least reducing, these losses?
(10) When were these steps put into place?
(1) How many laptop, notebook and palm computers have been reported lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006?
(2) What was the total value of the computers that were lost or stolen?
(3) Did any of these computers contain information that could be regarded as sensitive?
(4) What steps have been taken to ensure that any commercial or sensitive information was not compromised?
(5) Was the loss or theft of any of these computers reported to the police?
(6) If yes to (5), when were these reports made?
(7) Of those reported, what has been the outcome?
(8) If any were not reported to the police, why not?
(9) What steps, if any, have been put into place with a view to eliminating, or at least reducing, these losses?
(10) When were these steps put into place?
AnswerView source ↗
Answered
1 May 2007
Responded by
Leader of the House representing the Minister for Resources
Response time
42 days
The Minister for Resources has provided the following response: Ministerial Office: Please refer to the response provided in question on notice 4598. Department of Industry and Resources: (1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
Ministerial Office: Please refer to the response provided in question on notice 4598. Department of Industry and Resources: (1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
Please refer to the response provided in question on notice 4598. Department of Industry and Resources: (1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
Department of Industry and Resources: (1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(2-10) Not applicable.
Ministerial Office: Please refer to the response provided in question on notice 4598. Department of Industry and Resources: (1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
Please refer to the response provided in question on notice 4598. Department of Industry and Resources: (1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
Department of Industry and Resources: (1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(1) None (2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(2-3) Not applicable. (4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(4) All laptop computers are of a standard build and are password protected. (5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(5-8) Not applicable. (9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(9) DataDot® technology has been adopted within DoIR as a deterrent against theft. This is being applied to all new notebook computers, PDAs and mobile phones, and is being retrospectively applied to the entire mobile fleet. DataDots® are microscopic discs laser etched with a unique identification number and sprayed into crevices on the surface of the item and embedded in a clear, very strong glue. The difficulty of removal makes the item very unattractive to thieves. (10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(10) 9 March 2007. Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia: (1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(1) Nil. The Minerals and Energy Research Institute of Western Australia (MERIWA) does not have any laptop, notebook or palm computers and therefore none have been lost or stolen for the six months to 31 December 2006. (2-10) Not applicable.
(2-10) Not applicable.
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