Privacy Policy
At the Industrial Athletic Training Society (IATS), we value the privacy of our members and visitors. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website and participate in our society.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide a better experience for our members:
Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Professional Information: Employer, job title, and Board of Certification (BOC) numbers or other professional credentials.
Payment Data: Credit card info is processed via a secure third-party (e.g., Stripe or PayPal). IATS does not store your full credit card details on our servers.
Event Data: Photos or commentary from events or surveys.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
Manage your membership and process renewals.
Provide access to gated resources and generate reports.
Send society newsletters and updates on industrial health regulations.
Verify professional standing for the IATS Member Directory.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to ensure our website functions correctly.
Essential Cookies: Required for logging into the Member Portal and keeping your session secure.
Analytical Cookies: We use tools like Google Analytics to see which injury prevention resources are most helpful. This data is typically anonymized.
Marketing Cookies: We may use pixels (like LinkedIn) to reach potential members who have visited our site.
Managing Cookies: You can opt-out of non-essential cookies via the banner on our homepage or through your browser settings.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
Service Providers: We share data with trusted vendors who help us run our site (e.g., website hosting, email marketing, and payment processing).
Legal Requirements: We may disclose info if required by law or to protect the safety of our members.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL encryption, to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights (CCPA/GDPR & Professional Standards)
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Request that we delete your personal information (subject to record-keeping requirements for membership).
Correct any inaccuracies in your professional profile.
7. Third-Party Links
Our site may include links to external resources, safety equipment vendors, or regulatory bodies (like OSHA). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.
8. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at info@industrialats.com