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:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address.

• Browser and device type.

• Time and date of the visit.

• Pages accessed.

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:

• info@niosh.sa

Introduction

This document sets out the terms and conditions governing the use of the website of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Accessing, browsing, or using any of the website’s services constitutes the user’s explicit and binding agreement to comply with these terms and conditions, including any future amendments or updates. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health reserves the right to take all necessary statutory and legal actions against any violation of these terms and conditions.

Definitions

For the purposes of these terms, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings assigned to them below, unless the context requires otherwise:

• The Institute: The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

• The Website: The official website of the Institute and any related applications or digital platforms.

• The User: Any natural or legal person who uses the website or benefits from the Institute’s services.

• The Services: Training programs, courses, certificates, accreditation or licensing services, and any other service provided by the Institute through the website.

Usage Controls

By using the Institute’s website, you acknowledge that you will refrain from the following:

• Uploading, downloading, or sharing any files, software, data, or information for which the user does not own the rights or does not have the required permissions or licenses to use or publish.

• Uploading or publishing any files that contain viruses, malicious software, corrupted data, or any components that may negatively affect the security of the website, the integrity of its data, the reliability of its services, or the continuity of its operation.

• Using the website to publish, broadcast, distribute, or circulate any materials or information that include abuse, defamation, a violation of applicable laws and regulations, or any unlawful activity.

• Using any tools, software, or technical means intended to intercept, disable, or attempt to affect the proper operation of the website or any of its services.

• Carrying out any activity or action that may place unjustified or excessive load on the website’s infrastructure, or using the website’s resources in a way that exceeds normal or permitted use.

• Committing any act or practice that constitutes a violation of the Anti-Cyber Crime Law or any other relevant laws or regulations in force in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

No electronic links leading to the Institute’s website may be created, published, or displayed without the Institute’s approval. This excludes links to electronic services published on websites whose objectives and general directions align with the objectives, policies, and operational frameworks of the Institute’s electronic services. The Institute also reserves its absolute and sole right to request the removal or disabling of any electronic link referring to its website or any of its services at any time. The concerned party must comply immediately upon receiving the request, without the need for the Institute to provide reasons or justifications, and without any liability or obligation of any kind arising against the Institute.

General Provisions and Disclaimer

• The Institute disclaims liability for any losses, damages, costs, claims, or compensation of any kind or cause, whether direct, indirect, or incidental, that may arise from using the Institute’s website or from the information and services available through it.

• The Institute shall not be liable for any outcomes or effects that may result from an error in the information published on the website or from failure to update such information.

• The Institute reserves the right to add, amend, or delete any terms and conditions of use at any time as it deems appropriate.

• The Institute may temporarily suspend the website, in whole or in part, when maintenance, development, updates, or any other technical work requires it.

• The Institute reserves the right to cancel or disable any link or means of connection to the website if it is found that the linked website is unauthorized, contains inappropriate content, violates laws or public morals, or involves any infringement of rights or applicable regulations.

• The Institute shall not be liable for the content, information, or services provided through other websites accessed through links available on its website or links that lead to the Institute’s services.

User Suspension and Ban

The Institute reserves the right, at its sole discretion and without prior notice, to terminate, suspend, or restrict the user’s right to access or use the website, in whole or in part, for any reason, including violation of the terms and conditions of use or engaging in any conduct that the Institute considers contrary to regulations, harmful to the website, harmful to its interests, or harmful to its users. Termination of this right shall result in the user being banned from accessing or using the website, unless the Institute decides otherwise.

Intellectual Property Rights

The website user shall respect the Institute’s intellectual property rights, which include, without limitation, all content available through the website, including services and information, all of which are fully protected under the laws of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Without obtaining prior written approval from the Institute, the user may not sell, license, lease, modify, copy, reproduce, download, publish, advertise, transfer, distribute, edit, or exploit in any form any of the website’s content, materials, graphics, or images. The user may also not create derivative works from them, make them available to the public, or use them for commercial purposes. All website content, including graphics and images, is protected under applicable laws and related rights, and any use or exploitation that violates these provisions is prohibited.

Judicial Jurisdiction

These terms of use are subject to the laws and regulations in force in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Any dispute relating to the use of the website or the interpretation of these terms shall be resolved by the competent judicial authorities in the Kingdom.

Submitting Complaints

For complaints or inquiries, you may contact us by email: info@niosh.sa