At Utilities Training Limited, we value your privacy. Therefore, our privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data. In addition, we ensure full transparency, security, and compliance with UK data protection regulations.
Who We Are
Our website operates at https://utilitiestraining.co.uk. We provide training courses in Lancashire and manage your data responsibly when you interact with our services.
Comments and Data Collection
When you leave a comment, we collect the data shown in the form. We also collect your IP address and browser details to prevent spam. In addition, we may send an anonymised email hash to Gravatar. You can review their policy here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval, your profile image appears publicly with your comment.
Media Uploads
If you upload images, you should remove location data (EXIF GPS). Otherwise, visitors can extract this data. Therefore, we recommend uploading images without sensitive metadata.
Cookies and Website Functionality
We use cookies to improve your experience. For example, when you leave a comment, you can save your details for future use. These cookies last for one year.
When you log in, we store login details and display preferences using cookies. Login cookies last two days, while screen settings remain for one year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login stays active for two weeks. However, logging out removes these cookies.
Embedded Content
Our website may include embedded content such as videos or articles. Therefore, third-party websites may collect your data, use cookies, and track your interaction. This process works the same as visiting those websites directly.
How We Use and Share Data
We use your data to manage bookings, deliver training, and issue certificates. In addition, we share your information with awarding organisations when required. For example, we register learners for qualifications and certification. However, we do not share data unnecessarily.
Data Retention
We store comment data indefinitely to manage follow-ups. In addition, we retain learner data for the full validity of qualifications, as required by awarding bodies. This ensures compliance and accurate record keeping.
Your Data Rights
You can request access to your personal data at any time. In addition, you can request corrections or deletion where legally permitted. However, we must retain some data for legal, administrative, and security purposes.
Where your data is sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
