HR & Associates is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected, stored, and used lawfully, transparently, and securely. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle personal data in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act No. 4 of 2013.
We may collect and process the following types of personal information:
Full name, ID number, contact details
Employment history, qualifications, and references
Criminal, credit, and civic records (where applicable)
Health and wellness data (only with explicit consent)
Business registration and compliance documentation
Any other information voluntarily provided by clients or candidates
We use personal information to:
Deliver integrity screening and vetting services
Facilitate wellness assessments and business support
Verify credentials, identity, and compliance status
Communicate with clients and candidates
Maintain accurate records for legal and operational purposes
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Access is restricted to authorized personnel only.
We process personal information:
With your consent
To fulfill contractual obligations
To comply with legal requirements
To protect legitimate business interests
You have the right to:
Access and correct your personal information
Withdraw consent (where applicable)
Object to certain forms of processing
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator