Privacy Policy

Fire Assessor Scotland is committed to protecting your privacy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

Fire Assessor Scotland ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Name and contact details (email, phone number, address)
  • Company information and job title
  • Information about your property or business premises
  • Communication preferences

2.2 Technical Information

We automatically collect:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Pages visited and time spent on our website
  • Device information and operating system
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide fire risk assessment services
  • Respond to your inquiries and booking requests
  • Send you appointment confirmations and service updates
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and ensure security

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

  • Contract: To provide our fire assessment services
  • Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and website
  • Consent: For marketing communications (where applicable)
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with fire safety regulations

5. Data Sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers who assist with our operations
  • Legal authorities when required by law
  • Professional advisers (lawyers, accountants, insurers)
  • Regulatory bodies as required for fire safety compliance

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Fire assessment records are typically retained for 7 years in accordance with regulatory requirements.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Object to processing in certain circumstances
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent where applicable

9. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us:

Fire Assessor Scotland

craig@fireassessorscotland.com

07710 400 521

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.