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Data Handling Procedure

Clear Charge Claims

Effective Date: 07/05/2025

Review Frequency: Annually or upon regulation changes


 

🔍 1. Purpose

This document outlines how ClearCharge Claims collects, stores, uses, and protects client data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

👤 2. Scope

This procedure applies to:

  • All employees, contractors, or agents handling client data

  • All data collected from clients and business partners, including personal and business information
     

📦 3. Data Collected

ClearCharge Claims collects the following types of data:

  • Business contact information (names, emails, phone numbers)

  • Energy supply contracts and utility bills

  • Letter of Authority (LOA)

  • Director identification (photo ID or business verification)

  • Notes from client communication
     

⚙️ 4. How Data is Processed

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🔐 5. Data Security Measures

ClearCharge Claims implements the following:

  • Password-protected systems and devices

  • 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) on cloud accounts

  • Encrypted backups

  • Limited access — only relevant team members can access client files

  • Antivirus and malware protection software

🧼 6. Data Minimisation & Accuracy

We only collect the data necessary to perform our services and regularly review it for accuracy and relevance.

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🧾 7. Subject Access & Requests

Clients can request:

  • Access to their data

  • Correction of errors

  • Deletion of their records

  • A copy of data in a portable format

Requests should be sent to: enquiries@clearchargeclaims.com
We respond within 30 calendar days.

 

⚠️ 8. Data Breaches

If a data breach occurs:

  • It is recorded and investigated internally

  • The ICO is notified within 72 hours if required

  • Affected clients are informed without undue delay

📜 9. Staff Training & Responsibilities

Anyone handling client data receives GDPR awareness training. Breaches of this procedure may result in disciplinary action or termination of contracts.

🧾 10. ICO Registration

ClearCharge Claims is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and complies with all UK data protection laws.

Use

For energy claim investigation and supplier correspondence

Sharing

Only with client consent (e.g. energy suppliers)

Storage

Encrypted cloud storage and local secure devices

Data Collection

Via email, website contact form, phone, or document upload

Retention

Up to 6 years after case closure (for legal/accounting purposes)

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