Employee Monitoring in MN

[KBritt]

Is it legal for an employer in Minnesota to record general conversations in the work place? They are setting up a phone recording system that does not shut off when the phone call is complete, consequently, continuing to record non-phone call conversations in the department.

[vfielder]

Is it legal for an employer in Minnesota to record general conversations in the work place? They are setting up a phone recording system that does not shut off when the phone call is complete, consequently, continuing to record non-phone call conversations in the department.

Yes it is legal. They can record, install video camera's everywhere but the restrooms or under your desk (females). They can monitor phone calls and emails. Your on there time, on there property and such recieving a pay check.

[KBritt]

I understand their right to record conversation while ON the phone and to monitor emails, but are you telling me they have the right to RECORD EVERYTHING I say while I am there?? Can anyone else address this? Thanks for your response.

[ann-monitoring]

Is it legal for an employer in Minnesota to record general conversations in the work place? They are setting up a phone recording system that does not shut off when the phone call is complete, consequently, continuing to record non-phone call conversations in the department.

Today, a lot of best options of monitoring software are available right now. And it is important to the company to have installed screen monitoring software to employee's computer. To avoid other activities including chatting, checking email, shopping, surfing, and looking at sites such as Facebook. But this course does not cover every activity, but it gives you a good idea.

[pauladam5991]

yes it is legal to keep an eye on your employee .
Pnestec system provide this Great app. for employee and job tracking. Employees need not carry their punch cards to office anymore. Field staff can accept and update job status by just a single click of a button. Perfect for your organization.

[Ram Joshi]

Paul you are saying correct ,that it is legal to track your employees.
pnestec system provides high quality employee tracking software

[A Miss]

They are only allowed to record you if they make you aware that you might be recorded. Just like you have to inform clients that they may be recorded over the phone. If you know that you could possibly be recorded, you need to watch what you say.