Collection of Personal Information

Niddrie Health Club collects personal information for purposes that are lawful and related to a function or activity of the company. Information is collected through electronic, verbal and written correspondence by lawful and fair means.

Images of individuals in photographs or film are treated as personal information where the person’s identity is clear or can reasonably worked out from that image. If an image records sensitive information about and individual, consent will be obtained prior to acquiring the image. This will include images obtained through the security system on site.

Use and Disclosure

Niddrie Health Club will only use or disclose personal information for the purpose for which it was collected unless;

• the individual has expressely consented to its further use or disclosure
• any secondary purpose is related to the primary purpose and the individual would reasonable expect this information to be used or disclosed for the secondary purpose
• it is required by law

Access to Information About You

You have the right to access and correct information about you. Any requests about an individual’s information will be provided under the limitations noted in the National Privacy Policy Principle 6.

Data Security

Every effort will be made to store collected personal information in a secure manner. Information collected in a physical format will be stored in a locked cabinet. Information provided by electronic means will be stored in a designated computer network directory where access is restricted to authorised staff.

Third Parties

Niddrie Health Club may engage a third party to collect personal information.

Sensitive Information

Sensitive information will only be collected about an individual who consents to providing such information. Where the collection of sensitive information is required for a particular program pr service (eg. health or fitness assessment) the indivuidal will be given the option to choose not to participate in this event.

Concerns or Complaints

Any concerns or complaints regarding the manner in which personal information is collected, used or disclosed should be directed to the Club Manager.

Review

This policy statement is reviewed in accordance with the Privacy Act and the changing needs of the business operations.