The salient features of the policy are :

• All data and information provided by client will be confidential and strictly the property of the client.
• Stickman agrees that neither it nor the staff working on the project will disclose any information about the project to any third party without the prior consent of an executive officer of the Client.
• Stickman further agrees that neither it nor its staff will reproduce in any way or divulge any tangible or intangible property whatsoever which could reasonably be construed as constituting confidential information of the Client.
• Strict Non-Disclosure and Non-Compete Agreements bind all employees
• Entry of unauthorized person in building premises is strictly prohibited
• Adequate security personnel are present in building to guard the property
• The document storage area is well protected
• The entry of employee will be restricted to their working area along with time restrictions
• No unauthorized access is allowed in the systems area unless absolutely essential
• Video surveillance and alarm monitoring 
• Nothing will be taken out of the premises without written permission
• Each personnel has his own password and access to a given computer/workstation is also restricted
• Responsibilities are strictly defined and so there are no overlapping areas for work

PRIVACY STATEMENT

At STICKMAN WELDING INC (STICKMAN). we understand your concerns about privacy and value your trust you have placed in us. This Privacy Notice describes the types of personal information we collect, how we may use that information, and with whom we may share it. Our Privacy Notice also describes the measures we take to protect the security of the information. In addition, we describe the choices you can make about how we use the information you provide to us. We tell you how you can reach us to update your contact information, remove your name from our mailing list, or answer any questions you may have about our privacy practices.

What types of information does STICKMAN collect and use about me and how does STICKMAN use the information?

We collect and use information about you to communicate with you about our products, services and promotions. We also collect information to improve your experience as a STICKMAN consumer. Here are the ways we obtain information about you and the types of information we obtain. We also tell you how we use the information.

Literature. When you request any literature from us, you provide us with contact information, such as your name, address, phone number and email address, so we may fulfill your request. You also may choose to provide us with information about products that interest you and other information.

Purchases. When you order or purchase an STICKMAN product or service, you may be required to give us contact and payment information so we may process your order. When you pay for an STICKMAN product using a credit card, we use your credit card information only to fulfill your order and for other internal purposes.

Customer Service. If you contact one of our representatives, we may ask you for information such as your name, address and email address so we can respond to your questions or comments. With your consent, we may retain this information to personalize your experience with us and better assist you the next time you contact us.

Website. We may collect information on our website using transient cookies, sometimes called session cookies. A transient cookie is a small file that contains information about a user, and disappears when the user's browser is closed. Unlike a persistent cookie, a transient cookie is not stored on the user’s hard drive; it is stored only in temporary memory that is erased when the web browser is closed. We use transient cookies to determine, for example, how you use our website so we can improve the design of our site. Transient cookies are not linked to any personally identifiable information about you. Cookies can be disabled in your web browser.

Credit. If you apply for credit at STICKMAN we will obtain financial information for the propose of determining your credit account. 

Other information you provide to us. Through surveys, you may provide us with information such as product preferences, reasons for purchasing a product. Information to help us learn more about your purchasing preferences. You also may provide such information when you fill out a warranty card about a product you purchased from STICKMAN.

How May I Indicate My Privacy Preferences?

You may choose whether or not to give us your personal information, and if you do, how will we use it. If we request your personal information, we will tell you why we are collecting it and seek your consent. Sometimes you will be asked to give your consent expressly (such as by checking or clicking on a box). Other times we may obtain your consent implicitly by asking you to provide information with stated purposes but without any express statement of consent (such as when you order a product or request a catalogue). In those cases your consent will be understood if you provide us with the requested information.

Does STICKMAN share the information it obtains about me with third parties?

STICKMAN does not share personal information about its consumers with any third parties outside the STICKMAN corporate family for their own marketing purposes. However, we may do so within the STICKMAN corporate family. We do share this information with service providers we have retained to perform services on our behalf, but these service providers are not authorized by us to use or disclose the information except as necessary to perform services on our behalf or to comply with legal requirements. We also may disclose information about you as required by law.

We reserve the right to transfer any information we have about you in the event we sell or transfer all or a portion of our business or assets. If the business is transferred, we will provide you with the opportunity to tell us that you would prefer that information about you not be transferred. Should such a transfer occur, we will use reasonable efforts to try to ensure that the transferee uses personal information about you in a manner that is consistent with this Privacy Notice.

How does STICKMAN protect personal information?

The security of personal information is a high priority for us. We maintain administrative, technical and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorized disclosure, use, alteration and destruction of the personal information in our possession. We are committed to providing appropriate security controls to protect personal information we have about you against foreseeable hazards.

How does STICKMAN update its Privacy Notice?

STICKMAN services and promotions will change over time. This Privacy Notice will be updated periodically to reflect those changes and corresponding changes in our information practices. Whenever we revise this Privacy Notice, we will change the date on the notice to indicate when the revisions were made. We reserve the right to change our information practices and the terms of this Privacy Notice, and to apply the changed practices to all information we have about you. By using this web site, you agree to accept the terms of this Privacy Notice as stated at the time you use it. Any future access to this web site subsequent to the posting of a revised Privacy Notice will be deemed to be your acceptance of this Privacy Notice as then revised. We reserve the right to change this Privacy Notice at any time.

Does the STICKMAN website contain links to other websites?

The STICKMAN website may contain links to other websites that operate independently of STICKMAN and are not under our control. We provide links to other websites solely for your convenience and information. Other websites may have their own privacy notices, which we suggest you review if you visit any linked websites. STICKMAN is not responsible for information that is provided by, or collected through, those websites or for any other use of those websites.

How can I update my personal information and privacy preferences?

We recognize that having accurate and up-to-date information about you and your preferences is important to our ability to properly serve your interests. You may review and revise, correct or update any of the information that we have on file about you at any time and you may also learn how we have used it and to whom we have disclosed it. You may request us to change your preferences regarding our use and disclose of your information, notify us that you do not wish to receive any further communication from us, or wish to have your information removed from our records, subject to any requirements for continued retention, such as for billing, audit or warranty purposes. If you wish to review or update your information or preferences, you may do so by contacting us using one of the options provided below.

Will I receive email from STICKMAN?

We will send you email only if you have provided us with your email address and have asked us to communicate with you this way.

What if I prefer not to receive communications from STICKMAN?

If you prefer not to receive product or service information or promotions from us, please contact us using one of the options provided below.

How can I contact STICKMAN?
Contact Us

We will respond to your inquiry or investigate your concern as quickly as possible.

DATED: February 1, 2003