UA Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 JATC Data Breach

On or about May 23, 2024, the UA Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (“JATC”) became aware of suspicious activity involving certain computer systems within its network. Upon discovery, the JATC launched an investigation with the assistance of third-party forensic specialists to determine the nature and scope of the incident and to secure its systems.

According to the notice, the investigation revealed that an unauthorized individual gained access to the JATC’s network between May 17, 2024, and May 23, 2024. During this time, certain files stored on the system were copied by the unauthorized actor.

Following an extensive forensic review, which concluded on January 28, 2026, the JATC determined that files containing personal information related to certain individuals may have been included in the impacted data.

On or about February 6, 2026, the JATC began issuing written notification letters to affected individuals, including forty-five (45) Maine residents. Notification letters were sent in substantially the same form as the sample notice provided by the JATC.

The UA Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 JATC is an apprenticeship and training organization in the fire protection industry, covering 48 states.

The breach occurred within the JATC’s computer network and involved unauthorized access by an external actor.

Following the incident, the JATC reported that it notified federal law enforcement and is reviewing and enhancing its administrative and technical safeguards. The organization is also providing impacted individuals with access to complimentary credit monitoring and fraud assistance services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company.

If you received a Notice of Security Incident letter from the UA Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 JATC, it confirms that your personal information may have been involved in this data security incident.

What information is involved in the UA Sprinkler Fitters Local 69 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee Data Breach?

Compromised information may include:

Your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) includes information that can be used to identify you. Organizations that collect and store sensitive personal data are legally required to protect this information. When PII is exposed in a data breach, it may be used by cybercriminals to commit identity theft, financial fraud, or other forms of misuse.

A specific subset of PII is Protected Health Information (PHI), which includes medical and health insurance data. PHI is protected under both federal and state privacy laws, including HIPAA and related state statutes. When PHI is exposed in a data breach, it can be used in conjunction with other personal data to commit identity theft, medical fraud, and insurance fraud.

The exposure of Social Security numbers and government-issued identification numbers significantly increases the risk of identity theft, including fraudulent credit activity, tax fraud, and unauthorized account creation.

If your information was involved in this data breach, it is important to carefully review financial statements, credit reports, and other personal accounts for suspicious activity. Impacted individuals are encouraged to follow the instructions provided in the JATC notification letter regarding enrollment in complimentary credit monitoring services and to remain vigilant for signs of identity theft or fraud.

Residents of California benefit from enhanced privacy protections under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), which grants additional rights related to the collection, storage, and protection of personal information. California residents may also have additional legal remedies depending on the nature of the compromised data.

If you received a Notice of Security Incident letter related to the UA Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 JATC data breach, your personal and financial information may be at risk.

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