The Construction Mental Health Alliance (“CMHA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website.
1. Purpose of This Website
CMHA provides educational resources and industry guidance related to mental health, well-being, and suicide prevention in the construction industry. We do not provide medical, clinical, or crisis services.
2. Information We Collect
A. Information You Voluntarily Provide
We may collect information you choose to provide, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Organization/company name
- Phone number (if submitted)
- Messages submitted through contact forms
⚠️ Important: We strongly discourage users from submitting sensitive personal or medical information through our website forms.
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website
This information is typically collected through cookies or analytics tools.
C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website functionality
- Understand user behavior
- Enhance user experience
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries or requests
- Provide information about CMHA resources or initiatives
- Improve website content and user experience
- Analyze trends and website performance
We do not use your information to provide medical or mental health services.
4. Sharing of Information
CMHA does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information:
- With service providers (e.g., website hosting, email platforms)
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect the rights, safety, or integrity of CMHA or others
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. CMHA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
7. Your Choices
You may:
- Opt out of email communications (if applicable)
- Disable cookies through your browser settings
- Contact us to update or request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
8. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Geographic Scope
This website is intended for users in the United States. If you access the site from outside the U.S., you do so at your own discretion and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
10. Important Mental Health Notice
CMHA is an educational resource only. We do not provide crisis counseling or clinical services.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide:
- Call or text 988 (U.S. Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
- Call 911 or your local emergency number
- Seek immediate help from a qualified professional
Please do not submit urgent or crisis-related information through this website.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
CMHA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.