What is the purpose of logging access when handling sensitive information encountered during patrols?

• A. To share with everyone who asks.
• B. To create an audit trail and accountability.
• C. To avoid documentation.
• D. To post publicly on social platforms.

Answer: (B)

Logging access to sensitive information encountered during patrols creates an audit trail that records who accessed the information, when, and for what purpose. This gives you and your unit a way to hold people accountable for their actions and to deter inappropriate viewing or misuse. It also supports investigations if a security incident occurs and helps ensure compliance with security policies and the proper handling and chain of custody of sensitive data. Keeping logs protects the information by showing it was accessed for legitimate reasons and not used for unauthorized purposes. Options that involve sharing logs with everyone, avoiding documentation, or posting them publicly would break confidentiality, remove traceability, and jeopardize security.