Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 2, 2026

Dominguez Consulting Services LLC

Florin / Sacramento Area, California, United States

1. INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE

At Dominguez Consulting Services LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website located at https://dominguezconsult.com/ (the “Site”), engage our workplace safety consulting, compliance auditing, or payroll management services (“Services”), or otherwise interact with us.

This policy applies to:

Visitors to our Site seeking information about our Services;
Business owners, managers, or authorized representatives who engage our consulting or payroll Services;
Employees, contractors, or personnel whose information is submitted by Client companies for payroll processing or safety training purposes;
Any individual who contacts us via phone, email, contact forms, or other communication channels.

By accessing our Site or providing information to us, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site or engage our Services.

Bilingual Notice / Aviso Bilingüe: This Privacy Policy is provided in English. If you require a Spanish translation for reference purposes, please contact us at dominguezcs2025@gmail.com. In the event of any discrepancy between the English version and a translated version, the English version shall control for all legal and interpretive purposes. Esta Política de Privacidad se proporciona en inglés. Si requiere una traducción al español con fines de referencia, por favor contáctenos en [insertar correo electrónico]. En caso de cualquier discrepancia entre la versión en inglés y una versión traducida, la versión en inglés prevalecerá para todos los propósitos legales e interpretativos.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular individual or household (“Personal Information”). The categories of information we collect depend on how you interact with us.

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Site Visitors and Inquiry Submissions:

Contact information: name, business name, job title, email address, phone number, mailing address;
Business details: industry sector (e.g., construction, agriculture, manufacturing, warehousing), company size, location;
Inquiry content: questions about OSHA compliance, safety training, payroll services, or other consulting needs;
Communication records: copies of emails, contact form submissions, or chat transcripts if you contact us for support.

Clients Engaging Our Services:

Business entity information: legal business name, EIN, business address, industry classification;
Authorized representative details: name, title, contact information, signature authority;
Service-related documentation: safety audit records, training attendance logs, compliance assessments, payroll data files;
Billing and payment information: business billing address, payment method details (processed securely via third-party payment processors; we do not store full credit card numbers).

Employee Data Submitted for Payroll or Training Services: When Client companies engage our payroll or safety training Services, they may submit employee information necessary to deliver those Services. This may include:

Employee identification: full name, employee ID, work email, phone number;
Employment details: job title, department, hire date, pay rate, work location, hours worked;
Payroll information: Social Security Number (or ITIN), bank account details for direct deposit, tax withholding elections, wage garnishment orders;
Safety training records: training completion dates, certification numbers, hazard acknowledgment forms;
Emergency contact information and relevant medical accommodations (only as necessary for workplace safety compliance and with appropriate confidentiality safeguards).

Important Note: Client companies remain the “employers” and data controllers for their employee information. By submitting employee data to Dominguez Consulting Services LLC, Client represents that they have obtained all necessary consents and have a lawful basis for sharing such information for payroll processing, safety training, or compliance purposes under applicable law.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Website Usage Data: When you visit our Site, our third-party service providers and we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activities, including:

Device information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers;
Usage data: pages visited, time spent on Site, clickstream data, referring/exit pages, search terms;
Location data: general geographic location derived from IP address (e.g., city, region);
Cookies and similar technologies: information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and local storage (see Section 4 below).

Analytics and Performance Tools: We use analytics services such as Google Analytics to understand Site traffic patterns, improve user experience, and measure marketing effectiveness. These services may collect aggregated, non-personally identifiable information about Site usage.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you or your business from:

Professional referrals or business partners who recommend our Services;
Publicly available sources: business registries, OSHA public records, professional licensing databases;
Service providers: payment processors, email delivery services, or security vendors that assist in operating our Site or delivering Services;
Client companies: when you are an employee or contractor of a business that engages our Services, your employer may provide your information to facilitate payroll processing, safety training enrollment, or compliance reporting.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect for legitimate business purposes, including:

3.1 Service Delivery and Administration

To provide, maintain, personalize, and improve our workplace safety consulting, compliance auditing, and payroll management Services;
To process payroll transactions, generate pay statements, prepare tax filings (e.g., W-2s), and manage employee payment records on behalf of Client companies;
To develop customized safety programs, conduct job site evaluations, deliver training sessions, and prepare compliance reports;
To communicate with you about your account, Service updates, appointment scheduling, or administrative matters;
To respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and address technical issues.

3.2 Business Operations and Improvement

To analyze Site usage and Service engagement to enhance user experience, website functionality, and Service offerings;
To conduct internal research, develop new features, and improve the effectiveness of our consulting methodologies and payroll systems;
To monitor and prevent fraudulent, unauthorized, or illegal activities related to our Site or Services;
To comply with legal obligations, professional standards, and regulatory requirements applicable to consulting and payroll service providers.

3.3 Communications and Marketing (With Your Consent Where Required)

To send you administrative information, such as policy updates, security alerts, or Service change notifications;
With your consent (where required by law), to send promotional communications about new Services, educational resources, safety compliance updates, or industry insights relevant to your business sector;
To invite you to participate in surveys, webinars, or training events that may benefit your organization.

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly. Please note that you cannot opt out of essential administrative communications related to your account or active Service engagements.

3.4 Legal and Compliance Purposes

To comply with applicable laws, regulations, subpoenas, court orders, or governmental requests;
To enforce our Terms and Conditions, protect the rights, property, or safety of Dominguez Consulting Services LLC, our Clients, employees, or the public;
To respond to legal claims, defend against liability, or protect against fraud and security threats;
To maintain records required by professional licensing authorities, tax agencies, or labor regulators.

4. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device, remember preferences, analyze traffic patterns, and deliver personalized content.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site functionality, security, and access to secure areas. These cannot be disabled without impairing Site performance.
Performance/Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting aggregated, anonymous data about page views, traffic sources, and user behavior.
Functionality Cookies: Enable the Site to remember choices you make (e.g., language preference, region) to provide enhanced, personalized features.
Targeting/Advertising Cookies: May be used by third-party partners to deliver relevant advertisements on other websites based on your browsing activity. We do not currently engage in behavioral advertising, but this may change with prior notice.

4.3 Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:

View and delete individual cookies;
Block third-party cookies;
Block cookies from particular websites;
Block all cookies (though this may limit Site functionality).

Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from accessing secure areas of our Site or utilizing certain Services. For more information about managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

4.4 Do Not Track Signals

California law requires us to disclose how we respond to web browser “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. Currently, our Site does not alter its data collection practices when it receives a DNT signal. However, we do not engage in cross-context behavioral advertising, and you may manage cookie preferences as described above.

5. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell, rent, or trade your Personal Information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers and Processors

We engage trusted third-party vendors to assist in operating our Site and delivering Services. These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as directed by us and to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures. Examples include:

Cloud hosting and data storage providers;
Payment processing and payroll platform vendors;
Email communication and customer support tools;
Analytics and website performance services;
IT security and fraud prevention services.

5.2 Client Companies (For Employee Data)

If you are an employee, contractor, or worker of a business that engages our payroll or safety training Services, your information may be shared with your employer (the Client) as necessary to:

Process payroll, generate pay statements, and prepare tax documents;
Enroll you in safety training programs and maintain certification records;
Report workplace incidents or compliance metrics as required by law or Client policy;
Facilitate communication regarding workplace safety protocols or administrative matters.

5.3 Legal Requirements and Protection

We may disclose information if required to do so by law, regulation, subpoena, court order, or governmental request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:

Comply with a legal obligation;
Protect the rights, property, or safety of Dominguez Consulting Services LLC, our Clients, employees, or the public;
Prevent fraud, security threats, or technical vulnerabilities;
Enforce our Terms and Conditions or other agreements.

5.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, financing, or transfer of all or a portion of our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent Site notice of any change in ownership or uses of your Personal Information, as well as any choices you may have regarding your information.

5.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing, such as when you authorize us to coordinate with your legal counsel, insurance provider, or industry association regarding a specific consulting engagement.

6. DATA SECURITY MEASURES

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your Personal Information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption: Sensitive data transmitted between your browser and our Site is encrypted using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS) technology. Payroll and employee data stored in our systems is encrypted at rest.
Access Controls: Access to Personal Information is restricted to authorized employees, contractors, and agents who need such information to perform their job functions. All personnel are trained on confidentiality and data protection practices.
Secure Infrastructure: We use reputable, security-certified cloud service providers and maintain firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular security assessments.
Payroll Data Protections: Employee payroll information is processed through secure, compliant platforms with multi-factor authentication, audit logging, and role-based access permissions.
Incident Response: We maintain procedures to detect, respond to, and notify affected parties of data security incidents as required by applicable law.

Important Limitation: No method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. You are responsible for safeguarding any passwords, access credentials, or confidential information you share with us.

7. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), provides you with specific rights regarding your Personal Information.

7.1 Your California Privacy Rights

Right to Know: You may request that we disclose the categories and specific pieces of Personal Information we have collected about you, the sources of collection, business purposes for collection, and categories of third parties with whom we share information.
Right to Delete: You may request deletion of Personal Information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., information necessary to complete a transaction, comply with legal obligations, or detect security incidents).
Right to Correct: You may request correction of inaccurate Personal Information that we maintain about you.
Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: We do not sell or share your Personal Information as defined by the CCPA/CPRA. Therefore, we do not offer a “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link.
Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: We do not use or disclose sensitive Personal Information for purposes that would trigger a right to limit under the CPRA. If our practices change, we will provide notice and an opt-out mechanism.
Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights.

7.2 How to Submit a California Privacy Request

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us using the information in Section 12 below. We will verify your identity before processing your request, which may require matching information you provide with information we maintain on file. You may designate an authorized agent to submit a request on your behalf; we may require written permission and verification of your identity.

We aim to respond to verified requests within 45 days, as required by law. If we need additional time, we will notify you in writing. There is no fee to submit or process a privacy request, unless your request is excessive, repetitive, or manifestly unfounded, in which case we may charge a reasonable fee or decline to act.

7.3 Shine the Light Law

California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits California residents to request information about our disclosure of certain categories of Personal Information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. Dominguez Consulting Services LLC does not disclose Personal Information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

8. DATA RETENTION

We retain Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Retention periods vary based on:

Site Visitor Data: Analytics and cookie data are typically retained for 12–26 months, after which they are aggregated or deleted.
Client Business Information: Retained for the duration of the service engagement plus seven (7) years to comply with professional recordkeeping standards, tax regulations, and potential legal claims.
Employee Payroll Data: Retained for a minimum of four (4) years to comply with IRS, California Franchise Tax Board, and labor law requirements; certain records may be retained longer for statute of limitations purposes.
Safety Training and Compliance Records: Retained for periods required by OSHA, Cal/OSHA, or industry-specific regulations (typically 3–30 years depending on record type).

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with applicable law and industry best practices.

9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Site and Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected Personal Information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information as promptly as possible.

10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Dominguez Consulting Services LLC is based in the United States. If you access our Site or engage our Services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. By providing information to us, you consent to such transfers, storage, and processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, Services, or legal requirements. When we post changes, we will revise the “April 2, 2026” date at the top of this policy. For material changes that significantly affect your rights or how we handle your information, we will provide prominent notice via email, Site banner, or other appropriate means prior to the changes taking effect.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about our information practices. Your continued use of our Site or Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Dominguez Consulting Services LLC

Florin / Sacramento Area, California, United States

For California privacy requests, please include “California Privacy Request” in the subject line and provide sufficient information to allow us to verify your identity and locate your records.

13. ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES FOR PAYROLL CLIENTS

If you are a Client company submitting employee data for payroll processing, please note:

Employer Responsibilities: As the employer, you are responsible for ensuring that employee data shared with us is collected lawfully, that employees are notified of data processing activities as required by law, and that appropriate consents are obtained where necessary.
Data Processing Agreement: Upon request, we are prepared to enter into a data processing addendum that outlines our respective obligations regarding employee Personal Information, consistent with applicable privacy laws.
Employee Inquiries: Employees of Client companies who have questions about how their payroll or safety training data is handled should first contact their employer. We will coordinate with Client companies to address employee privacy inquiries appropriately.

Thank you for trusting Dominguez Consulting Services LLC with your business consulting, workplace safety, and payroll management needs. We are committed to protecting your privacy while delivering professional, practical, and compliant Solutions that help your business operate safely and efficiently.