Your Privacy Matters

Privacy Policy

Safe Haven Asbestos is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

Last updated: January 2025
Effective from: January 1, 2025

Privacy at a Glance

Here's what you need to know about how we handle your personal information

We Protect Your Data

Your personal information is encrypted, securely stored, and never sold to third parties.

Full Transparency

We clearly explain what data we collect, why we need it, and how long we keep it.

Your Rights

You have full control over your data - access, correct, or delete it at any time.

1. Data Controller

Safe Haven Asbestos is the data controller for the personal information you provide to us. Our contact details are:

Company: Safe Haven Asbestos

Address: Floor 4, Tollhouse Hill City Gate East, Nottingham, United Kingdom

Email: info@safehavenabestos.co.uk

Phone: 0115 654 7170

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is automatically collected when you use our services.

Information You Provide:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address
  • Property Information: Property type, postcode, building age, renovation plans
  • Assessment Requests: Photos of suspected asbestos materials, descriptions of concerns
  • Service Information: Survey results, removal requirements, project timelines
  • Communication Records: Email correspondence, phone call notes, chat transcripts

Information Automatically Collected:

  • Website Usage: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, screen resolution
  • Cookies: Preferences, session data, analytics information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes, based on legitimate interests, contract performance, or your consent:

Service Delivery

  • Conducting asbestos assessments and surveys
  • Providing removal and disposal services
  • Scheduling site visits and appointments
  • Issuing certificates and compliance documentation

Communication

  • Responding to your enquiries and requests
  • Providing updates on service progress
  • Sending important safety information
  • Emergency contact for urgent situations

Legal and Regulatory

  • Compliance with HSE regulations
  • Maintaining required documentation
  • Health and safety record keeping
  • Insurance and liability purposes

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Contract Performance

Processing necessary to perform our asbestos services contract with you.

Legitimate Interests

Business operations, customer service, and safety communications.

Legal Obligation

Compliance with health and safety regulations and record-keeping requirements.

Consent

Marketing communications and optional services (where you've given consent).

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with the following parties:

  • Service Partners: Certified laboratories for asbestos testing, licensed disposal facilities
  • Regulatory Bodies: HSE, local authorities when required by law
  • Professional Services: Legal advisors, insurance providers, accountants
  • Technology Providers: Cloud hosting, email services, website analytics (under strict data processing agreements)

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for the following periods:

Customer Records7 years

Required for health and safety compliance and potential liability claims

Survey Reports40 years

HSE requirement for asbestos-related documentation

Marketing Data3 years

Or until you withdraw consent

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

1

Right of Access

Request a copy of your personal data

2

Right to Rectification

Correct inaccurate or incomplete data

3

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your data

4

Right to Restrict Processing

Limit how we use your data

5

Right to Data Portability

Receive your data in a portable format

6

Right to Object

Object to processing for marketing

7

Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent at any time

8

Right to Complain

Lodge a complaint with the ICO

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data:

Encryption

All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols

Access Controls

Strict access controls and regular security training for all staff

Monitoring

Continuous monitoring and regular security assessments

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Data Protection Officer

info@safehavenabestos.co.uk
0115 654 7170
Floor 4, Tollhouse Hill City Gate East, Nottingham, United Kingdom

Response Times

• Data access requests: Within 1 month

• Privacy enquiries: Within 48 hours

• Urgent matters: Same day response