BASICS Scotland are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy.
This Policy explains when and why we collect personal information about people who visit our website, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may update this Policy from time to time, so please check this page periodically to ensure that you are satisfied with any changes. By using our website, you are agreeing to be bound by this Policy.
Any questions regarding this Policy and our privacy practices should be directed by email to admin@basics-scotland.org.uk or by writing to: BASICS Scotland, Sandpiper House, Aberuthven Enterprise Park, Main Road, Aberuthven, PH3 1EL. Alternatively, you can telephone 01764 663671.
Who Are We?
We are BASICS Scotland, a registered charity (SC030189) and company limited by guarantee (SC226924), providing pre-hospital and emergency medicine training to healthcare professionals across remote and rural Scotland.
Our registered address is: Sandpiper House, Aberuthven Enterprise Park, Main Road, Aberuthven, PH3 1EL.
How Do We Collect Information?
We obtain information about you when you use our website, for example, when you contact us about upcoming courses, complete an application form, or sign up for our mailing list.
What Information Do We Collect?
The type of personal information we collect depends on your interaction with us and includes your name, address, email, contact number, job title and registration numbers where relevant. We only collect the minimum necessary information.
Details are outlined per category of involvement: Courses, Membership, Responders, Instructors, Volunteer Casualties and Online Payments.
How Is Your Information Used?
We use your information to:
– Inform you of upcoming courses
– Coordinate and deliver training
– Process online orders
– Seek feedback
– Notify you of service changes
– Send relevant communications
We review our retention periods regularly and retain personal data only as long as necessary.
Who Has Access to Your Information?
We do not sell or rent your data to third parties or share for marketing purposes. Information is only shared with third parties where it supports our services (e.g. payment processors like Stripe) or where required by law.
Your Choices
You can opt out of communications at any time by contacting us at admin@basics-scotland.org.uk or 01764 663671.
We do not send marketing by phone, SMS, or post unless explicitly requested.
Accessing and Updating Your Information
You have the right to access and correct the information we hold. Contact us via email, phone, or mail to update your details.
Security Precautions
We implement appropriate security to protect personal data. Non-sensitive details are transmitted over the internet at the user’s risk. Where a password is used, it is your responsibility to keep it secure.
Profiling
We may analyse your information to tailor communications and detect fraud. Additional third-party information may be used to supplement your profile.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies for functionality and analytics. These do not identify users individually. You can disable cookies through your browser, though this may impact functionality.
Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy policies of these other websites.
Under 16s
If you are aged 16 or under, please obtain parental/guardian permission before providing personal information.
Transferring Your Information Outside the EU
Your data may be transferred outside the EU. We take steps to ensure data protection equivalent to UK standards in such cases.
Policy Review
We regularly review this policy. Last updated: April 2025.