Privacy and confidentiality
Sentinel Duty of Care Advisory is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information. We take privacy obligations seriously and manage personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and store personal information, and how individuals may access or correct information held about them.
Personal information we collect
We may collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for the delivery of our advisory, consulting and expert services. This may include:
- Name, position, organisation and contact details
- Information provided through enquiries, meetings or correspondence
- Information relevant to advisory engagements, investigations or expert instructions
- Any other information required to meet legal, contractual or professional obligations
How we collect personal information
Personal information is generally collected directly from individuals or organisations through meetings, email, telephone, written correspondence or our website enquiry forms. In some circumstances, information may be provided by third parties where this is necessary and lawful.
Use of personal information
Personal information is used only for purposes directly related to our professional services, including:
- Providing duty of care, travel risk and WHS advisory services
- Preparing reports, opinions and professional deliverables
- Responding to enquiries and managing client relationships
- Meeting legal, regulatory and professional obligations
We do not use personal information for marketing purposes without consent.
Disclosure of personal information
Personal information may be disclosed only where necessary to deliver services or where required by law. This may include disclosure to:
- Clients and instructing parties
- Legal representatives
- Insurers and regulators where required