Biodiversity and Environment Africa / Warren R. Schmidt –

Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 01/01/2026

Welcome! These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) explain how you may use our website, content, and training services. By accessing our website or booking any service, you agree to these Terms.

1. Scope of Services

These Terms apply to all services provided by Biodiversity and Environment Africa / Warren R. Schmidt, including:

• Online webinars

• In-company seminars and scenario-based workshops

• Blog articles and all written content, including all PDF downloads on our ‘Resources’ page.

• Original images, diagrams, and graphics

• Training materials, handouts, worksheets, and recordings

All services are educational and awareness-based only. We do not provide regulated, professional, legal, medical, or outdoor field training, and we do not guarantee specific outcomes.

2. Eligibility and Authority

• Individuals aged 16 or over may access and use our website, subject to these Terms and Conditions.

• Companies, public and private universities, higher education institutions, and other education-related organisations may book training or services for their employees, students, staff members, faculty, or other authorised representatives.

• Where a booking or agreement is made on behalf of a company, university, or other organisation, the person making the booking confirms that they have the authority to act for and legally bind that organisation to these Terms and Conditions.

• Where an individual (including a student) makes a booking in a personal capacity, they will be treated as a consumer. Nothing in these Terms and Conditions affects their mandatory rights under applicable consumer protection laws, including the UK Consumer Rights Act 2015 and EU consumer protection legislation. For users based in the European Union, these Terms and Conditions do not limit or override any consumer rights that cannot be excluded under the laws of the EU Member State in which the consumer is habitually resident.

  These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. If you are a consumer resident in the European Union, you may also benefit from mandatory consumer protection provisions under the laws of your country of residence.

3. Consumers and Business Users

These Terms apply to both Consumers and Business Users:

• A Consumer is an individual acting outside their trade, business, or profession.

• A Business User is an individual or entity acting in a professional or commercial capacity.

Where you are a Consumer, mandatory consumer protection laws applicable in the European Union or your country of residence shall apply and prevail where legally required.
Where you are a Business User, these Terms apply in full.

4. Website and Blog Content

• You may view and share links to our blog content for personal or internal organisational use.

• You may not copy, reproduce, republish, modify, translate, or commercially exploit any content without prior written consent.

• All original images, diagrams, and graphics are protected and may not be downloaded or reused without permission.

5. Intellectual Property – Training Materials

All training materials remain the exclusive intellectual property of Biodiversity and Environment Africa / Warren R. Schmidt, including:

• Slides, manuals, handouts, and worksheets

• Scenario descriptions and role-play exercises

• Webinar content and recordings

• Original images and graphics

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to use the materials internally for learning purposes only. You must not:

• Copy, photograph, record, or distribute the materials

• Upload them to intranets, shared drives, or public platforms

• Use them to train others commercially

• Adapt them or use them in AI or machine-learning systems

6. Booking, Fees, and Cancellations

• Bookings are confirmed once written confirmation is issued.

• Fees are agreed at the time of booking and payable according to the invoice terms.

• Sessions may be rescheduled due to illness, technical issues, or circumstances beyond reasonable control.

• Cancellation and rescheduling terms will be confirmed at booking and may include fees for late cancellations.

7. On-Site Training and Role Plays

Where training is delivered at your premises:

• You are responsible for venue safety, emergency procedures, and first aid arrangements.

• Participants must follow facilitator instructions at all times.

• Role-play activities are non-physical unless expressly agreed in writing.

• We reserve the right to modify or stop any activity for safety or appropriateness reasons.

8. Participant Conduct

• Participants must behave professionally and responsibly.

• Recording, photographing, or copying training materials is prohibited without written consent.

• Unsafe behaviour or misuse of materials may result in removal from the session without refund.

9. Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:

• Our total liability for any claim is limited to the fees paid for the relevant service.

• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential losses, including loss of profit or business interruption.

• Nothing in these Terms limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded by law.

10. Indemnity (Business Users Only)

Business Users agree to indemnify and hold Biodiversity and Environment Africa / Warren R. Schmidt harmless against claims arising from:

• Misuse or unauthorised distribution of training materials

• Breach of these Terms

• Failure to control participant conduct during training

11. Data Protection

We process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

• Personal data is used only for booking, delivering, and improving our services.

• You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data.

• Further details are set out in our Privacy Policy.

12. International Use

Our services are offered internationally. Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of the website and training materials complies with applicable local laws.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by European Union law.

• Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts within the European Union, without prejudice to mandatory consumer protection rights.

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time.

• The most current version will be published on our website with a revised “Last updated” date.

• Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance.

These Terms are governed by European Union law. Where EU law does not regulate a specific issue, or where interpretation is required, the laws of the EU Member State in which Biodiversity and Environment Africa / Warren R. Schmidt is established shall apply. This shall not affect mandatory consumer protection rights where applicable.

Any disputes shall fall under the jurisdiction of the competent courts within the European Union.

13. Contact For questions about these Terms or our services:

Biodiversity and Environment Africa: Warren R. Schmidt

Email: bioenviroafrica@gmail.com

Address: Ave. General Humberto Delgado, 24D, Armação de Pera, 8365-138, Algarve, Portugal

Website: https://www.bioenviroafrica.com/

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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/01/2026

Biodiversity and Environment Africa / Warren R. Schmidt (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our website users, participants in our training programs, including live webinars, on-site seminars, and workshops focused on outdoor safety and situational awareness for employees who may be deployed to Africa. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal data in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK GDPR. By engaging our services or registering employees for training, your organization agrees to the practices described below.

1. Data We Collect

We process the following personal data for employees enrolled in training: a. Personal Data Provided by Companies or Employees • Name, job title, company, and professional contact details (email, phone number) • Emergency contact details (for on-site training) • Special requirements or medical conditions relevant to safety • Payment information (processed via secure third-party providers, if applicable) b. Data Collected Automatically • IP addresses and device information when accessing our website or webinar platform • Usage data, including pages visited and webinar attendance c. Optional Data • Feedback or evaluation responses • Photographs or video recordings of training sessions (only with consent)

2. Purpose and Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data for legitimate business purposes, including: Purpose Registering employees for webinars, seminars, and workshops Delivering training and providing support Ensuring participant safety during on-site training Sending updates, reports, or training materials Improving training content and services Marketing (optional) Lawful Basis (GDPR/UK-GDPR) Performance of a contract with your organization Performance of a contract Legitimate interests & legal obligations Legitimate interests & consent (for optional communications) Legitimate interests Consent only

3. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell personal data. We may share information with: • Service providers assisting with training delivery (webinar platforms, payment processors, travel/logistics providers) • Emergency or medical personnel, if necessary for participant safety • Your organization (employer) for reporting attendance or training outcomes • Legal authorities, if required by law International Transfers: Some training may occur in Africa. Data transferred outside the EU/UK is protected by adequate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses or other GDPR-compliant mechanisms.

4. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above, or to comply with legal obligations. Typically: • Training registration and attendance records: 5 years • Marketing communications (if consented): until withdrawn • Emergency records: as required for safety compliance

5. Your Rights (Employees & Companies)

Under GDPR and UK GDPR, employees or organizations may: • Access personal data we hold • Request correction of inaccurate data • Request deletion of data where legally permissible • Withdraw consent for marketing communications • Object to processing based on legitimate interests • Request restriction of processing • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., ICO in the UK or relevant EU Data Protection Authority) To exercise any rights, contact: bioenviroafrica@gmail.com.

6. Security Measures

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect personal data: • Encrypted storage and secure servers • Access limited to authorized personnel only • Secure transmission protocols (HTTPS, encrypted email)

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies for: • Functionality (remembering settings) • Analytics (website usage trends) • Optional marketing personalization You can manage cookies via your browser settings.

8. Data Provided by Companies

When companies outsource training to us, they act as data controllers, and we act as data processors on their behalf. A Data Processing Agreement (DPA) is signed with the company to ensure compliance with GDPR/UK-GDPR requirements.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates are published with a new Effective Date.

10. Contact

Data Protection Officer / Privacy Contact Biodiversity and Environment Africa / Warren R. Schmidt. Email: bioenviroafrica@gmail.com

Disclaimer : All content and training are provided for educational purposes only, and do not constitute medical, or emergency response services. We make no guarantee regarding outcomes or safety. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for any injury, loss, or damage, and users waive claims and agree to indemnify us against any losses arising from use of this website, training materials provided, or participation in our training.

We strive to ensure that all information presented throughout this digital platform is as accurate as possible. Views and opinions remain our own and do not necessarily represent those of our contributors or collaborators.