Terms of Use

Introduction

Welcome to BCI Global (bcicb.com), a leading provider of auditing services for various management system standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 27001, ISO 37001, and ISO 31000. Our website serves as a platform to connect with organizations seeking registration and compliance with these globally recognized standards.

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access and use of BCI Global’s website, including any content, services, or features offered through the website (collectively referred to as the “Services”). By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

BCI Global reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the website and Services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any updates or changes.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and BCI Global, a Canadian-based company specializing in auditing services for various management system standards. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must refrain from accessing or using our website and Services.

Please read these Terms carefully before accessing or using our website and Services. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at admin@bcicb.com.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the BCI Global website (bcicb.com) or any of the Services offered through the website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and BCI Global, and govern your use of our website and Services.

If you are accessing or using our website or Services on behalf of a company, organization, or other legal entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind such entity to these Terms. If you do not have such authority or do not agree with these Terms, you must refrain from accessing or using our website and Services.

BCI Global reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, update, or discontinue any aspect of the website or Services, including these Terms, at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of our website or Services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for any updates or revisions. The most current version of the Terms will be available on our website and will supersede any previous versions.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms or any future updates, you must immediately cease accessing or using our website and Services. Your continued use after any changes or updates to the Terms signifies your acceptance of such changes or updates.

Intellectual Property Rights

The BCI Global website (bcicb.com) and all its contents, features, and functionalities, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, software, and other materials (collectively referred to as the “Content”), are owned by BCI Global or its licensors and are protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property laws.

Unless otherwise explicitly stated, all Content on our website is the property of BCI Global, and any unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, modification, or exploitation of the Content is strictly prohibited. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, transmit, reuse, download, display, or perform the Content without BCI Global’s prior written consent.

You acknowledge and agree that our website and Services, including all associated intellectual property rights, are the exclusive property of BCI Global. You shall not acquire any ownership rights or interest in our website, Services, or Content by virtue of accessing or using them.

Certain names, logos, and trademarks appearing on our website may constitute registered or unregistered trademarks of BCI Global or third parties. Nothing contained on our website shall be construed as granting, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license or right to use any trademark displayed on our website without the prior written permission of BCI Global or the respective trademark owner.

BCI Global reserves all rights not expressly granted in these Terms. Any unauthorized use of our Content or intellectual property rights may violate applicable laws and could result in civil or criminal penalties.

User Conduct

By accessing and using the BCI Global website (bcicb.com) and Services, you agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms of Use. You further agree to use our website and Services only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon or violate the rights of BCI Global or any third parties.

You are solely responsible for your conduct and any content you submit, post, or transmit through our website or Services. BCI Global reserves the right, but has no obligation, to monitor, review, or edit any user content at its sole discretion.

Prohibited Conduct:

Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, you agree not to:

1. Use our website or Services for any illegal, unauthorized, or unethical purposes, including but not limited to activities that violate intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or any other third-party rights.
2. Upload, post, transmit, or distribute any content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, invasive of privacy, hateful, or racially, ethnically, or otherwise objectionable.
3. Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
4. Interfere with or disrupt the operation of our website or Services, including but not limited to hacking, introducing viruses, or engaging in any other malicious activities.
5. Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our website, Services, systems, or networks.
6. Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of our website or Services.
7. Use our website or Services for commercial purposes without our prior written consent.
8. Engage in any activities that could disable, overburden, or impair the proper functioning of our website or Services.

BCI Global reserves the right to investigate and take appropriate legal action against anyone who violates these Terms of Use, including reporting such violations to law enforcement authorities.

Privacy Policy

BCI Global values the privacy and security of its website visitors and users. Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information obtained through our website and Services. By accessing or using our website and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to our Privacy Policy.

The Privacy Policy is an integral part of these Terms of Use and is incorporated herein by reference. Any personal information you provide to BCI Global through our website or Services will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

We encourage you to review our Privacy Policy periodically for any updates or changes. The most current version of the Privacy Policy will be available on our website and will supersede any previous versions.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact our Data Protection Officer at admin@bcicb.com.

BCI Global is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. We take reasonable measures to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

However, please note that no method of transmitting or storing data is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. By using our website and Services, you acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with online transactions and agree that BCI Global shall not be liable for any data breaches or unauthorized access to your personal information beyond our reasonable control.

Third-Party Links and Content

The BCI Global website (bcicb.com) may contain links to third-party websites or resources that are not owned or controlled by BCI Global. These links are provided solely for your convenience and information. BCI Global has no control over the contents of these third-party websites or resources and does not endorse or assume any responsibility for their content, privacy policies, or practices.

Your interactions with any third-party websites or resources are at your own risk. BCI Global shall not be responsible for any damages or losses resulting from your use of such third-party websites or resources, including but not limited to any viruses, malware, or other harmful components that may infect your computer system or devices.

Additionally, third parties may post content, advertisements, or links on our website, over which BCI Global has no control. We do not endorse, verify, or assume any responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, appropriateness, or legality of such third-party content or advertisements.

If you decide to access any third-party websites or resources linked from our website, you do so at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms of use and privacy policies of those third-party websites or resources before using them or providing any personal information.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The BCI Global website (bcicb.com) and all information, content, materials, products, and services provided through the website are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, BCI Global disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement.

BCI Global does not warrant that our website or Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses, malware, or other harmful components. We do not make any representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of the information, content, materials, products, or services provided through our website or Services.

Your use of our website and Services is at your sole risk. BCI Global shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your access, use, or inability to use our website or Services, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, even if BCI Global has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities, in which case these exclusions and limitations may not apply to you. However, in such cases, BCI Global’s liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall BCI Global, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, or representatives be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

1. The use or inability to use the BCI Global website (bcicb.com) or Services;
2. Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data;
3. Statements or conduct of any third party on the website or Services;
4. Any failure, error, omission, interruption, defect, delay in operation or transmission, computer virus, or line failure;
5. Any technical malfunction or other problems related to the website or Services;
6. The accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information provided on the website or through the Services; or
7. Any content, products, or services obtained from or accessed through the website or Services.

This limitation of liability applies regardless of whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis, and even if BCI Global has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

In the event that any limitation of liability is deemed unenforceable or invalid for any reason, BCI Global’s aggregate liability for any claims, losses, or damages shall not exceed the total amount paid by you for the use of the Services in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or one hundred Canadian dollars (CAD 100), whichever is less.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BCI Global, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, and representatives from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or in connection with:

1. Your use or misuse of the BCI Global website (bcicb.com) or Services;
2. Your violation of these Terms of Use or any applicable laws or regulations;
3. Your infringement of any intellectual property rights or other rights of BCI Global or any third party;
4. Any content, data, or information you submit, upload, post, or transmit through the website or Services; or
5. Your breach of any warranties or representations made in these Terms of Use.

BCI Global reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you. In such case, you agree to cooperate with BCI Global’s defense of such claims.

This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination or expiration of your use of the BCI Global website or Services and these Terms of Use.

Termination

BCI Global reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate, suspend, or restrict your access to and use of the website (bcicb.com) and Services, in whole or in part, at any time and without prior notice or liability to you.

We may terminate or suspend your access and use of the website and Services for any reason, including but not limited to:

1. Breach or violation of these Terms of Use or any applicable laws or regulations;
2. Unauthorized use of the website or Services;
3. Requests by law enforcement or other governmental authorities;
4. Discontinuation or material modification of the website or Services; or
5. Unexpected technical or security issues or problems.

Upon termination or suspension of your access and use of the website and Services, your right to use the website and Services will immediately cease. BCI Global reserves the right to maintain, delete, or destroy all information, data, and content associated with your use of the website and Services, and you shall have no further access to such information, data, or content.

The termination or suspension of your access and use of the website and Services shall not affect any accrued rights or liabilities of either party arising out of these Terms of Use or your use of the website and Services prior to such termination or suspension.

Sections of these Terms of Use that, by their nature, are intended to survive termination or expiration, including but not limited to the sections on Intellectual Property Rights, Disclaimer of Warranties, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, and General Provisions, shall remain in full force and effect.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use and your use of the BCI Global website (bcicb.com) and Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

By accessing or using our website and Services, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, for the resolution of any disputes, claims, or controversies arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use or your use of the website and Services.

Any claim, dispute, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use or your use of the BCI Global website and Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of the ADR Institute of Canada, Inc. The arbitration shall be conducted in the English language, and the decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding upon the parties.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, BCI Global reserves the right to seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to prevent the actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation, or violation of its intellectual property rights, proprietary rights, or other legal rights.

Modifications

BCI Global reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify, update, or revise these Terms of Use at any time, with or without prior notice to you. We encourage you to review these Terms of Use periodically for any changes or updates.

Any modifications, updates, or revisions to these Terms of Use will be effective immediately upon posting on our website (bcicb.com). Your continued use of the BCI Global website or Services after the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance and agreement to be bound by the revised Terms of Use.

If any modification, update, or revision to these Terms of Use is unacceptable to you, your sole recourse is to discontinue your use of the website and Services. Your continued use of the website and Services after any such changes signifies your full acceptance of the new Terms of Use.

BCI Global may, but is not obligated to, provide notice of any changes, updates, or revisions to these Terms of Use by posting a notice on our website, sending an email to the email address associated with your account, or by other means of communication.

It is your responsibility to review these Terms of Use regularly for any changes or updates. The most current version of the Terms of Use will always be available on our website and will supersede any previous versions.