Privacy Policy
Introduction
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health places the highest importance on protecting the privacy of users and visitors of its electronic platforms. The Institute considers information confidentiality an essential part of its commitment to providing high-quality professional services, in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including the controls of the National Cybersecurity Authority and the policies and controls of the National Data Management Office at the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA). By using the Institute’s platforms, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this policy and agree to its contents.
Collection of Personal Information
The Institute collects personal information only when it is voluntarily provided by the user, whether through electronic forms, service requests, or direct communication. This information includes, but is not limited to:
Name, national ID number, and contact details.
Registration data for training programs.
Applicant data for accreditation or licensing services.
Any information voluntarily provided by the user through email or electronic forms.
The server system also automatically records technical data when the platform is visited, such as:
Use of Cookies
The Institute’s platform uses cookies to improve the user experience, including:
Remembering login details, when enabled by the user.
Saving interface preferences.
Preventing repeated voting or rating actions.
Improving performance and analyzing usage.
Users can control cookie settings through their internet browser.
Use of Data
Personal data is used for the following purposes:
Providing training and regulatory services.
Processing requests, such as accreditation, licensing, and registration.
Communicating with users regarding their requests or inquiries.
Improving electronic services.
Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
The Institute also confirms that personal data is not shared for any unauthorized commercial or marketing purposes.
Data Sharing
The Institute may share personal information with:
Relevant government entities, when required to provide the service or comply with regulations.
Entities officially authorized to provide specific government services.
Regulatory authorities upon request.
Data is not shared with any non-governmental entity except in accordance with applicable laws and instructions, and only after confirming the existence of a clear legal basis.
Protection of Personal Data
The Institute applies a set of security measures to protect data, including:
Applying national cybersecurity controls.
Using advanced encryption and protection technologies.
Updating protection systems periodically.
Restricting access to data to authorized employees only.
Training employees on information confidentiality and data protection.
User Responsibility
The user is responsible for:
The accuracy and correctness of the data they provide.
Maintaining the confidentiality of login credentials and passwords.
Notifying the Institute immediately if any unauthorized use is suspected.
External Links
The Institute’s platforms may contain links to external websites whose content or privacy policies are not under the Institute’s control. Users are advised to review the policies of those websites before using them.
Email Communication
When a user communicates with the Institute through email or electronic forms:
Email may be used to respond to inquiries.
Messages may be retained for quality improvement purposes or to comply with regulatory requirements.
Data is handled according to the highest standards of confidentiality.
Privacy Policy Updates
The Institute has the right to review and amend this policy periodically as needed, without being required to provide prior notice for routine amendments. For material changes that directly affect users’ rights, notice will be provided through the appropriate channels. Users are therefore advised to review this policy regularly to stay informed of any updates. Continued use of the website or any of the Institute’s official channels constitutes acceptance of the policy in its current updated version.
Contact
For any inquiries or comments regarding the Privacy Policy, you may contact:
