Social and Ethical Issues in Collecting
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Bias within the Collection Process
Bias is when one view is favoured over another. Bias can result in the collection of inaccurate data which will obscure the end result when the data is processed. This can occur when incomplete or inaccurate data is collected as well as when the means of data collection favour a certain class of person (e.g. internet surveys will most likely receive responses from computer oriented people, not from a variety of different people).
Bias is when one view is favoured over another. Bias can result in the collection of inaccurate data which will obscure the end result when the data is processed. This can occur when incomplete or inaccurate data is collected as well as when the means of data collection favour a certain class of person (e.g. internet surveys will most likely receive responses from computer oriented people, not from a variety of different people).
Failure to Acknowledge the Source of Data
The source of data collected should be acknowledged to stop a breach of copyright, help prove that the data is accurate, provide a way of tracking and auditing the source of the data and because it is required by most organisations that provide you with their data so they are acknowledged. |
Privacy Concerns of Individuals
When the collecting process collects personal information, there a number of rules and guidelines that control how and when this data can be collected as well as how it can be used, this helps to protect the privacy of the individual. Personal information can only be collected if:
When the collecting process collects personal information, there a number of rules and guidelines that control how and when this data can be collected as well as how it can be used, this helps to protect the privacy of the individual. Personal information can only be collected if:
- It is deemed necessary to perform a function within an organisation
- The collection process is fair and lawful
- The individual is informed that collecting is occurring and what data is being collected
- The individual is informed of the purpose of data collection
Ergonomics for Data Entry Participants
Individuals who participate in computer data entry for more than 2 hours a day are at risk of health problems such as repetitive strain injury, vision problems and general muscle strains. These injuries can be minimised or eliminated through the correct implementation of ergonomics. The first solution is to change the design of the work routine to allow the operator to change their physical position regularly combined with non-repetitive tasks. A second solution is for operators to use ergonomically designed and adjusted equipment. This could include chairs, desks and monitors designed to be adjustable and for extended use. |