Definitions for "Data custodian"
A Data Custodian must register all his/her information systems which hold staff or patient information, whether computerised or manual, with the Data Protection Officer. The Data Custodian must ensure that the system complies with the Data Protection Act.
The person who ensures that information is reviewed to determine if it is classified or sensitive unclassified. This person is responsible for generation, handling and protection, management, and destruction of the information. Guidance Note: An alternative name for the data custodian is classified information systems application owner.
The data custodian is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, currency, storage, security and distribution of the data set. In fulfilling these responsibilities, the custodian is expected to consult with, and take into account the needs of users other than itself. The custodian may choose to delegate these functions while still retaining responsibility. The custodian of a data set need not necessarily be the holder of the copyright, or the originator of the data, although in many cases the custodian will be both of these. ANZLIC, 1996
Keywords:  director, branch
a Branch Director