The New South Wales Association of Fire Investigators (NSWAFI) is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, event attendees, website visitors, volunteers, and stakeholders.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information.
1. About NSWAFI
NSWAFI is a non-profit professional association that promotes the advancement of fire investigation, fire safety, education, professional development, and networking among members and industry professionals.
2. Personal Information We Collect
We may collect personal information including:
- Name
- Employer or organisation
- Position or professional title
- Postal address
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Membership details
- Event registration information
- Payment and invoicing records
- Information voluntarily provided through forms, surveys, correspondence, or enquiries
We may also collect limited technical information when you visit our website, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Website usage statistics
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information when you:
- Apply for membership
- Renew membership
- Register for events, conferences, workshops, or training
- Subscribe to newsletters or mailing lists
- Contact us by email, phone, or website forms
- Visit our website
4. How We Use Personal Information
We may use personal information to:
- Administer memberships
- Communicate with members and stakeholders
- Process event registrations
- Provide newsletters and association updates
- Respond to enquiries
- Maintain membership records
- Improve our services, events, and website
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Disclosure of Personal Information
NSWAFI does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may disclose personal information:
- To committee members or authorised volunteers performing association functions
- To service providers assisting with website hosting, email distribution, payment processing, or event management
- Where required or authorised by law
- With an individual's consent
Any third-party service providers engaged by NSWAFI are expected to handle personal information appropriately and securely.
6. Website Analytics and Cookies
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand website traffic and improve user experience.
Cookies generally do not identify individuals personally. Most web browsers allow users to control or disable cookies through browser settings.
7. Email Communications
NSWAFI may send members and subscribers information regarding:
- Membership matters
- Association news
- Professional development opportunities
- Conferences, seminars, training, and events
Recipients may unsubscribe from non-essential communications at any time using the unsubscribe link provided or by contacting NSWAFI.
8. Security of Information
NSWAFI takes reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.
While we implement reasonable safeguards, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed as completely secure.
9. Access and Correction
Individuals may request access to personal information held by NSWAFI and may request correction of inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated information.
Requests should be directed to the contact details below.
10. External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties.
NSWAFI is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.
11. Changes to this Policy
NSWAFI may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any revised version will be published on this website and will take effect upon publication.
12. Contact Us
For enquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or personal information held by NSWAFI, please contact:
The Secretary
New South Wales Association of Fire Investigators (NSWAFI)
via our Contact Us page
