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Term of Use
Welcome to the Get Ready website (“Website”), an initiative of the Disaster Risk Management Authority (DRMA) of The Bahamas. By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by the following Terms of Use. Please read these terms carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, you should not use the Website.
Purpose of the Website
The Get Ready website is a public resource designed to provide information, tools, and resources related to disaster preparedness, risk management, and emergency response for residents, visitors, and stakeholders in The Bahamas.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Use, as well as any additional terms and conditions that may apply to specific sections of the Website.
Use of Content
All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and downloadable materials, is the property of the Disaster Risk Management Authority or its partners unless otherwise stated. The content may be used for:
Personal and non-commercial use
Educational and awareness purposes
Government or community planning and preparedness
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use any content for commercial purposes without prior written permission from the DRMA.
Use of Content
You agree to use the Website responsibly and lawfully. You must not:
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Website or its systems
Post or transmit harmful, misleading, defamatory, or illegal content
Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website
Use the Website for any activity that could harm or exploit others
User Conduct
You agree to use the Website responsibly and lawfully. You must not:
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Website or its systems
Post or transmit harmful, misleading, defamatory, or illegal content
Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website
Use the Website for any activity that could harm or exploit others
Links to Third-Party Sites
The Website may include links to third-party websites or services for your convenience. These external sites are not operated by the DRMA, and we are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices. Access to third-party sites is at your own risk.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and its contents are provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied. While we strive to ensure that information is accurate and up to date, the DRMA makes no guarantees regarding:
The completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the content
The availability or functionality of the Website
The fitness of the Website for a particular purpose
Limitation of Liability
Under no circumstances shall the DRMA, its officers, employees, or affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your access to or use of the Website, including but not limited to reliance on any information contained herein.
Changes to Terms
The DRMA reserves the right to update or revise these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the Website constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
Governing Law
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of The Bahamas.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Disaster Risk Management Authority
Website: www.drm.gov.bs
Email: connect@drm.gov.bs
Phone: +1 (242) 322-6081
Mailing Address: Gladstone Road, Nassau, Bahamas
You may also contact the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner at:
Website
Phone: +1 (242) 702-1552