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Privacy Policy
INTRODUCTION 1. Who We Are and Why This Policy Exists Abdullah Lab Services INC ("Abdullah Lab Services," "we," "us," or "our") is a Philadelphia-based, locally owned and operated occupational health and compliance services company. We provide DOT and Non-DOT drug testing, DNA testing, fingerprinting, background checks, CPR/First Aid training, Non-DOT breath alcohol testing, and mobile notary services throughout Greater Philadelphia and surrounding counties. Because our work involves collecting and handling sensitive personal, health, and biometric information, we are committed to protecting your privacy and being fully transparent about how your data is collected, used, stored, and shared. This Privacy Policy explains our practices in detail and describes your rights with respect to your personal information. By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
DATA USE
3. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect only for the following purposes: • To perform the specific service you or your employer has requested • To complete required chain-of-custody documentation for drug and alcohol testing • To transmit specimens and results to the appropriate certified laboratory or Medical Review Officer (MRO) • To report test results to the employer, staffing agency, or other authorized party identified on your consent form • To maintain records as required by DOT regulations, HIPAA, and applicable state and federal law • To respond to your inquiries submitted through our website contact form • To schedule and confirm appointments • To issue certifications for CPR/First Aid training completion • To comply with legal obligations, including responding to valid legal process We do not use your personal information for marketing, advertising, or any purpose unrelated to your service request, without your explicit written consent.
How We Share Your Information
4.1 Certified Testing Laboratories To provide accurate, federally compliant test results, Abdullah Lab Services INC transmits collected specimens to SAMHSA-certified, federally approved laboratories for analysis. These laboratories are bound by the same confidentiality and chain-of-custody requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 (DOT regulations) and applicable federal and state law. We share only the minimum information necessary to process your specific test. 4.2 Medical Review Officers (MRO) For DOT-regulated drug tests, results are reviewed and reported by a licensed Medical Review Officer (MRO) as required by 49 CFR Part 40. The MRO may contact you directly to discuss a non-negative result before it is reported to your employer. 4.3 Authorized Employers and Agencies Test results are released only to the employer, staffing agency, school, or other organization specified on your consent or custody form at the time of service. We do not release results to any other party without your explicit written authorization, except as required by law. 4.4 Background Check Recipients Background check results are provided to the employer or organization that ordered the background check, consistent with your written FCRA authorization. Results are not shared with any other party. 4.5 Legal and Regulatory Disclosure We may disclose your personal information when required to do so by law, including in response to: • A valid court order, subpoena, or other legal process • A request from a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over our services (e.g., DOT, EEOC) • A law enforcement request where disclosure is required by law We will notify you of such a request to the extent permitted by law. 4.6 No Sale of Personal Information Abdullah Lab Services INC does not sell, rent, lease, or trade your personal information to any third party for commercial or marketing purposes. Ever!
HIPAA and Health Information
Certain information collected by Abdullah Lab Services INC. including drug test results, DNA results, and other health-related data may constitute protected health information (PHI) under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We comply with applicable HIPAA requirements with respect to the handling of PHI, including: • Using and disclosing PHI only as permitted or required by law • Implementing administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect PHI • Providing individuals with access to their own PHI upon request • Honoring valid requests to limit the use or disclosure of PHI where feasible For questions about our HIPAA practices or to request our Notice of Privacy Practices, contact us at hello@abdullahlabservices.com.
Fingerprint and Biometric Data
Fingerprinting services involve the collection of biometric identifiers. We handle fingerprint data as follows: • Fingerprint impressions are collected solely for the purpose stated at the time of service (e.g., employment screening, professional licensing, background verification) • Fingerprint data is transmitted to the requesting agency using secure methods • We do not retain biometric data beyond the period necessary to complete the service, unless required by applicable law • Biometric data is never sold, leased, traded, or shared with third parties for any commercial purpose We comply with all applicable state and federal laws governing the collection, use, and destruction of biometric identifiers.
Your Data, Secured.
We're transparent about what information we gather, how we use it, and the safeguards we have in place to keep your data secure.
DNA Testing Data
DNA testing data is treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Specific protections include: • DNA profiles and test results are stored separately from other personal information, with enhanced security controls • DNA data is used only for the specific purpose for which it was collected (e.g., paternity testing, relationship verification) • DNA data is never used for research, secondary testing, or any other purpose without your explicit written consent • DNA profiles and samples are destroyed upon completion of the service and fulfillment of any required retention obligations, unless you request otherwise in writing • Results are released only to the parties identified on the consent form signed at the time of service We comply with all applicable state and federal DNA privacy regulations, including the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) where applicable.
Background Checks and Your FCRA Rights
Abdullah Lab Services INC may act as a consumer reporting agency in connection with background check services. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), you have the following rights: • The right to be informed that a consumer report may be obtained for employment or other purposes • The right to provide written authorization before a consumer report is obtained • The right to receive a copy of your consumer report upon request • The right to be notified if adverse action is taken based on information in your consumer report • The right to dispute inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated information in your consumer report • The right to seek damages from violators of FCRA under the Act Employers and organizations requesting background checks through Abdullah Lab Services INC are responsible for providing FCRA-required disclosures to individuals and obtaining proper written authorization prior to ordering services. For more information about your FCRA rights, contact the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) at consumerfinance.gov or (855) 411-2372.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include: • Encrypted storage of electronic records • Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only • Secure transmission protocols for specimen and result data • Strict chain-of-custody procedures for all specimens • Physical security measures for any paper records While we take reasonable precautions to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but commit to promptly addressing any security incidents that affect your data.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach involving your personal information, Abdullah Lab Services INC will: • Notify affected individuals without unreasonable delay, and no later than required under Pennsylvania's Breach of Personal Information Notification Act (73 P.S. § 2301 et seq.) and applicable federal law • Notify the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office if the breach affects 1,000 or more Pennsylvania residents, as required by state law • Take immediate steps to contain and remediate the breach and prevent further unauthorized access • Cooperate with relevant law enforcement and regulatory authorities as required Notification will be provided via email and/or written notice to the last known address on file. If you have concerns about the security of your data, contact us immediately at hello@abdullahlabservices.com or (866) 251-3706.
Your data, protected.
We collect only what's necessary, secure it with industry standards, and never share it without your consent.
How Long We Keep Your Information
We retain personal information and test records in accordance with federal and state requirements: • DOT drug and alcohol test records: minimum of five (5) years as required by 49 CFR Part 40 • Non-DOT drug and alcohol test records: retained for the period specified by applicable law or your consent form, typically one (1) to three (3) years • DNA testing records: retained only as long as necessary to complete the service and fulfill any required legal obligations, then destroyed • Background check records: retained as required by FCRA and applicable state law • CPR/First Aid certification records: retained for the duration of the certification period • Website contact form submissions: retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry, typically no more than one (1) year You may request deletion of your personal information after the applicable required retention period has passed. Requests are subject to our legal obligations and will be processed within a reasonable timeframe. Contact hello@abdullahlabservices.com to submit a deletion request.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights with respect to your personal information held by Abdullah Lab Services INC: Right to Access You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you. We will provide this information in a clear, accessible format within the timeframe required by applicable law. Contact us at hello@abdullahlabservices.com or (866) 251-3706. Right to Correct If you believe any personal information we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you may request a correction. Note that corrections to certified test results must follow the established dispute process described in Section 13 below. Right to Delete You may request deletion of your personal information after required retention periods have passed. We will honor valid deletion requests to the extent permitted by law and our legal obligations. Right to Limit Use To the extent permitted by applicable law, you may request that we limit the use or disclosure of your personal information for purposes beyond your original service request. Right to Non-Discrimination We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights. Exercising your rights will not affect the quality or availability of services you receive from us.
Children and Minors Under 18
Abdullah Lab Services INC may provide certain services including school-based CPR training or drug testing required by an educational institution that involve individuals under the age of 18. When services are performed for minors: • Written parental or legal guardian consent is required prior to any service or collection of personal information • Data collected from minors is handled with the same security standards as adult data and is used only for the specific service requested • We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors through our website contact form without parental consent If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a minor without proper consent, we will delete that information promptly. To report a concern, contact hello@abdullahlabservices.com.
Website and Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services (such as our booking platform). This Privacy Policy applies only to abdullahlabservices.com. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information. Our website contact and booking forms are provided through our website platform. Information submitted through these forms is processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you directly. Your continued use of our services after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
How to Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us: Abdullah Lab Services INC Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Email: hello@abdullahlabservices.com Phone: (866) 251-3706 Website: abdullahlabservices.com We will respond to all privacy-related inquiries within a reasonable timeframe and no later than required by applicable law.
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