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Framework Domains (5)
Jamaica DPA: Accountability & Compliance
Demonstration of compliance and accountability (Jamaica DPA)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| JM-DPA-25 | Compliance monitoring and auditing |
| JM-DPA-26 | Training and awareness programs |
| JM-DPA-27 | Regulatory reporting and cooperation |
| JM-DPA-28 | Complaints handling and resolution |
| JM-DPA-29 | Enforcement and penalties awareness |
Jamaica DPA: Data Collection & Consent
Requirements for lawful collection and consent management (Jamaica DPA)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| JM-DPA-01 | Notice and transparency requirements |
| JM-DPA-02 | Consent management and withdrawal |
| JM-DPA-03 | Lawful basis for processing |
| JM-DPA-04 | Purpose limitation and specification |
| JM-DPA-05 | Data minimization requirements |
Jamaica DPA: Data Governance
Organizational governance of personal data processing (Jamaica DPA)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| JM-DPA-19 | Data protection officer designation |
| JM-DPA-20 | Records of processing activities |
| JM-DPA-21 | Data protection impact assessments |
| JM-DPA-22 | Privacy by design and default |
| JM-DPA-23 | Data processing agreements |
| JM-DPA-24 | Cross-border transfer safeguards |
Jamaica DPA: Data Security
Technical and organizational security measures (Jamaica DPA)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| JM-DPA-13 | Encryption of personal data |
| JM-DPA-14 | Pseudonymization techniques |
| JM-DPA-15 | Access control for personal data |
| JM-DPA-16 | Data breach notification requirements |
| JM-DPA-17 | Security incident response procedures |
| JM-DPA-18 | Regular security testing and assessment |
Jamaica DPA: Data Subject Rights
Individual rights regarding their personal data (Jamaica DPA)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| JM-DPA-06 | Right of access to personal data |
| JM-DPA-07 | Right to rectification of inaccurate data |
| JM-DPA-08 | Right to erasure and deletion |
| JM-DPA-09 | Right to data portability |
| JM-DPA-10 | Right to restrict processing |
| JM-DPA-11 | Right to object to processing |
| JM-DPA-12 | Automated decision-making protections |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamaica DPA?
Jamaica DPA is a compliance framework from Jamaica with 5 domains and 29 controls. Jamaica Data Protection Act It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does Jamaica DPA have?
Jamaica DPA has 29 controls organised across 5 domains. The largest domains are Jamaica DPA: Data Subject Rights (7 controls), Jamaica DPA: Data Governance (6 controls), Jamaica DPA: Data Security (6 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does Jamaica DPA map to?
Jamaica DPA maps to 590 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are FERPA (48% coverage), Ecuador LOPDP (48% coverage), Colombia Habeas Data Law (48% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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