Cookies are small files that are stored on your computing devices. We use cookies to understand and save your preferences for future visits and compile aggregate data about network traffic and network interaction so that we can offer better network experiences and tools in the future. Cookies may be set by organisations other than CST. Because the cookie policies of these third party service providers may change over time, you should review their policies by visiting their privacy policies directly. We also use targeting and advertising cookies, which may be set by CST or by third parties. Users may disable cookies through their individual browser options. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our websites or technology network.
The following describes the types of cookies CST uses on our websites:
Required or Strictly Necessary Cookies. These cookies are essential for our websites to operate correctly and to provide you with requested services. For example, we use cookies to authenticate you, so when you log on to CST websites, we know who you are.
Functionality Cookies. We use functionality cookies to enhance website features, such as videos and live chat, and for personalisation, such as storing your preferences (e.g. username and language selection). Functionality cookies may be set by CST or by third parties whose services we have added to our websites. If you do not allow these cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our websites or technology network, and some website may not work properly.
Social Media Cookies. Social media cookies may be set by third parties such as YouTube and Facebook to collect information about your social media usage.
Analytics Cookies. Analytics cookies collect information about your use of our websites and technology network, and help us improve the way it works. For example, analytics cookies identify the most frequently visited pages, record any difficulties you have, and show whether our advertising is effective. This allows us to see the overall patterns of usage, rather than the usage of a single person. We use the information to analyse the websites' traffic.
Targeting/Advertising Cookies. We use targeting/advertising cookies to create profiles and personalize content. We may use third party products, such as Google Analytics, to market CST’s services to you on third party websites. For example, if you visit CST websites, you may then see advertisements for CST on other websites.
You can learn more about cookies and their functions generally by visiting an information website such as allaboutcookies.org.
Do Not Track Signals. Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that tells websites that users do not want to have their online activity tracked.
If you prefer not to provide information to CST through our websites or technology network, you may contact the CST administrative unit responsible for the service to learn about available options at sales@controlsystems.com.au
CST does not disclose confidential information we collect online to individuals or entities not affiliated with CST, except in the limited circumstances described below. Non-confidential information may be disclosed or distributed pursuant to federal laws, state laws, including NSW public records laws. These laws and policies explain what information may be shared or disclosed. They also explain what information is protected as confidential.
Court Order or Public Safety. CST may be required to disclose confidential information pursuant to a valid court order or lawfully issued and served subpoena, search warrant, or other legal order. In addition, CST may disclose confidential information to law enforcement if CST believes that disclosure is necessary to protect CST, to protect the health or safety of individuals, or if law enforcement believes that CST’s resources have been used in the commission of a crime.
Contractors. CST may contract with non-CST service providers to provide services and information through CST’s websites and technology network. CST may provide information, including personal information collected on our technology network; to non-CST service providers to assist CST deliver courses, programs, products, information, and services. CST also contracts with non-CST service providers to perform analysis, research, and administrative activities for CST. CST requires non-CST service providers to protect personal information on our behalf.
CST takes steps to ensure that confidential information collected online is secure. These steps include: ongoing User education; using tools in an effort to restrict unauthorised access, viruses, phishing, and hacking attempts; and monitoring activity to identify potential system threats. CST routinely assesses and enhances tools and processes available to strengthen our online security.
If you believe CST has not adhered to this Privacy Statement, please contact CST’s privacy team at privacy@controlsystems.com.au. CST will use reasonable efforts to address your concerns; although there may be circumstances where we cannot assist.