At T.R.U.S.T. Argus, accessible from trust-argus.com, your privacy is one of our top priorities. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information collected, how it is used, and the safeguards in place to protect your data when using our website and mobile platform.
1. About T.R.U.S.T. Argus
T.R.U.S.T. Argus is a public safety and emergency response application designed to provide real-time situational awareness and triage data to emergency responders at the local, state, and federal levels. The platform enables users and first responders to relay critical medical and environmental information during mass casualty incidents (MCIs), natural disasters, or crisis events.
2. Information We Collect
While browsing our website, no personally identifiable information is collected unless voluntarily provided. However, when using the T.R.U.S.T. Argus application, we may collect:
- Medical triage data (e.g., injury status, priority level)
- Geolocation data (for accurate responder routing)
- User-submitted information (e.g., photos, text inputs related to incident)
- Device metadata (e.g., time stamps, operating system)
3. How We Use Your Information
Information collected through the T.R.U.S.T. Argus app may be securely shared with:
- Emergency services and public safety agencies at the local, state, and federal levels
- First responders and medical professionals for triage and rescue coordination
- FEMA and related federal emergency agencies, when applicable during federally declared emergencies
The data is used exclusively for emergency response, situational assessment, and lifesaving decision-making during active incidents.
4. Compliance with FEMA and HIPAA
T.R.U.S.T. Argus adheres to the following:
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act): Any medical data collected is handled in compliance with HIPAA privacy and security rules. All personal health information (PHI) is encrypted during transmission and storage and is only accessible by authorized personnel involved in the emergency response effort.
FEMA Data Use Guidelines: Data shared with FEMA and other federal agencies aligns with FEMA's policy on emergency information sharing, ensuring information is limited to what is necessary, relevant, and timely to support federal response operations.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- End-to-end encryption
- Secure access controls
- Regular audits and penetration testing
- Anonymization of non-essential identifying data
In the event of a data breach, affected users and appropriate authorities will be notified in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.
6. Children's Information
T.R.U.S.T. Argus does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13. If you believe your child has provided such information, please contact us immediately.
7. Offline Use and Third-Party Channels
This Privacy Policy applies strictly to data collected via trust-argus.com and the T.R.U.S.T. Argus app. It does not govern any offline data collection or external communication channels outside of our control.
8. Your Consent
By using our website or app, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
9. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this policy, please contact:
T.R.U.S.T. Argus Privacy Officer
Email: info@trust-argus.com