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May2022
Update on Victorian Security Industry Advisory Council (VSIAC)
Ensure your views are known and presented as part of our Chapter's commitment to industry development
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Apr2022
Psychosocial hazards and new legislation
A psychosocial hazard is anything that increases the risk of work-related stress. Amendments to the OHS regulations are to be introduced through the Occupational Health and Safety Amendment (Psychological Health) Regulations.
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Apr2022
World Day for Safety and Health
Safe Work Australia advise that Thursday 28 April 2022 is World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers' Memorial Day. The day provides an Opportunity to reflect on how to prevent occupational deaths, injuries, diseases and illnesses. It is also a day to remember those who have died from a work-related injury or illness.
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Apr2022
ASIS Victoria Chair Presenting at AIHS National Conference
Our Chair, Dr Tony Zalewski is presenting at the Australian Institute of Health and Safety National Conference 25-26 May 2022. His presentation is entitled “Managing Occupational Violence: Lessons Learned from Litigation”. Member Joe Saunders is also presenting at the conference.
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Mar2022
Chapter Sponsorship, We Want You!
The Victoria Australia Chapter is seeking professional sponsorship to assist meet its goals for 2022 and beyond. There are many advantages available for individuals and organisations through sponsorship of this multi award-winning Chapter.
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Mar2022
Victoria Police SHIELD Initiative
Based upon the NYPD SHIELD program, through its Counter Terrorism Command Victoria Police is the first police force in Australia to introduce a SHIELD initiative. The initiative is effectively a collaboration between Victoria Police and the Victorian private security sector sharing information in addition to education in protective security concepts and responsibilities.
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Mar2022
Women in Security
The Victoria Australia Chapter is pleased to announce that Committee Member Sarina Persall has agreed to Coordinate the Chapter’s move for more Women in Security.
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Mar2022
Terrorism and Risk Event Resounding Success
The Chapter’s first event for 2022 was a great success thanks to the excellent work of the Chapter Committee. With around 70 registrations, the Event’s Coordinator ensured the activity proceeded smoothly.
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Feb2022
Life Member Ron Guymer Funeral Live Stream Recording
Further to our recent post on the passing of our esteemed colleague Ron Guymer, a celebration of Ron's life occurred Wednesday 23 February in Eltham and streamed online. Details are below.
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Feb2022
Psychological health regulations open for comment
Victorian employers and workers are able to provide comments on proposed regulations to better prevent workplace psychological harm.
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