TIMS Web Account Access Application Manual
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Appendix A: TIMS Web Disclaimer
Security
BOEM/BSEE, as developer and manager of the TIMS Web website, has taken several steps to
safeguard the integrity of its telecommunications and computing infrastructures, including but
not limited to authentication, monitoring, auditing and encryption. Security measures have been
integrated into the design, implementation and day-to-day practices of the entire operating
environment as part of its continuing commitment to risk management. This information should
not be construed in any way as giving business, legal or other advice, or warranting as fail proof,
the security of information provided via this web site.
Information presented and collected on this website is shared between BOEM and Users
submitting the data. Restrictions have been put in place to maximize the security of the data. All
information collected will only be used for purposes for which it was provided and will not be
shared with another entity except as prescribed by law. The non-proprietary data submitted will
be made available in agency Public Information Office. While every effort is made to provide
accurate and complete information, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made as to the
accuracy, reliability or completeness of furnished data.
For site security purposes and to ensure that this service remains available to all Administrators
and Users, this government computer system employs software programs to monitor network
traffic to identify unauthorized attempts to upload or change information, or otherwise cause
damage. Unauthorized attempts to upload information or change information on this website are
strictly prohibited and may be punishable under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986 and
the National Information Infrastructure Protection Act. Information may also be used for
authorized law enforcement investigations.
What happens to the information you submit to us?
The information you submit to us will be transmitted through secure lines to our departmental
database. Any private information will only be used for the purposes for which it was provided
and will not be shared with another entity except as prescribed by law.
Cookies
This website uses session cookies only. The site will not store a permanent cookie on your
machine. The session cookie is used to store a randomly generated identifying temporary tag on
your computer and is stored in memory only.
Personally Identifiable Information
You may choose to provide us with personal information, as in email with a comment or
question. We use the information to improve our service to you or to respond to your request.
BOEM/BSEE will not distribute the email address for any reason except to respond to your
request.