The Capital Development and Major Projects branch of the Department of Highways and Public Works (HPW) identified a gap in the health and safety system of the branch for employees travelling outside of areas with cellular reception for the purpose of work. As a result of this gap analysis, a Remote Travel program was created to address these issues using framework and existing programs found within other YG departments. The project involves the use of Garmin in Reach Messenger devices with Global positioning systems (GPS) capabilities that allow staff to communicate in areas of the Yukon that lack cellular coverage for the purpose of work travel. This PIA ensures that the collection, use, disclosure, and retention of personal information necessary for the implementation of this program will be identified and that any potential privacy risks can be addressed by providing applicable privacy mitigating measures.
