Privacy Policy
Amacura Health Services
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services. We understand the importance of confidentiality in healthcare and handle your personal data with the highest level of care.
Amacura Limited (company number 06467347), trading as Amacura Health Services, is the data controller for your personal information (ICO Registration Number: Z3344737).
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and all relevant regulatory guidance.
This notice explains how we collect, use, store, and share personal information, and outlines your rights in relation to that information.
Our Commitment to Data Protection
Amacura Limited aims to:
- Process personal information lawfully, fairly, and transparently
- Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of personal data
- Collect and use personal data only for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes
- Clearly explain why information is required and how it will be used
- Share personal information only where there is a lawful basis to do so
- Enable individuals to exercise their rights under data protection law
- Retain personal data only as long as necessary to meet legal, clinical, and contractual requirements
Special Category Data
We process special category personal data, including health information, under Article 9(2)(h) UK GDPR, for the purposes of:
- Preventive and occupational medicine
- Assessment of working capacity
- Compliance with health and safety obligations
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures, including:
- Secure storage of paper records
- Encrypted electronic systems and devices
- Password protection and role-based access controls
- Secure data transfer methods
We operate in accordance with the Caldicott Principles and maintain strong clinical governance standards.
How We Use Your Information
|
Purpose |
Personal Data |
Lawful Basis |
Notes |
|
Occupational health services |
Name, contact details, health data, employment information |
Contract & Article 9(2)(h) |
Necessary for service delivery |
|
Health surveillance / Fit to Work assessments |
Medical records, test results, immunisation data |
Legal obligation & Article 9(2)(h) |
Required under health & safety law |
|
Clinical records and governance |
Clinical notes, reports, correspondence |
Legal obligation |
Required for continuity of care and audit |
|
Quality assurance and audit |
Anonymised or pseudonymised data |
Legitimate interests |
Individuals cannot be identified |
|
Website analytics |
IP address, usage data |
Consent |
Used to improve website functionality |
Information Sharing
Personal information may be shared with employers, referring clinicians, laboratories, and regulatory bodies where there is a lawful basis to do so, and always in accordance with professional, ethical, and legal obligations.
Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request erasure where applicable
- Withdraw consent at any time (where consent is relied upon)
- Request restriction or object to processing
- Request data portability
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). You can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office at:
www.ico.org.uk or call 0303 123 1113.
Data Retention
Personal and clinical records are retained in accordance with occupational health best practice, professional guidance, and applicable legal requirements. Records are securely destroyed when no longer required.
Contact Us
Amacura Limited (trading as Amacura Health Services)
Sunley House, 4 Bedford Park, Croydon, CR0 2AP
Telephone: 0203 372 4073
Email: info@amacura.co.uk
Cookie Policy
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to support website functionality and improve user experience.
We use cookies to:
- Monitor website performance
- Understand visitor behaviour
- Improve content and accessibility
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Where required, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
Concerns or Complaints
If you have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us in the first instance.
You also have the right to raise concerns with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).