As part of risk assessments, consideration must be made to any subcontracting arrangements, current and future. Our colleagues at ASIAL have developed a Code of Practice.

In a recent case Baptcare Ltd pleaded guilty in the Melbourne Magistrates' Court to one charge of failing to ensure people other than employees were not exposed to risks to their health and safety.

ASIS International has published a collection of articles on Preventing Workplace Violence. The articles examine a techniques and strategies security leaders can use to mitigate the risk of workplace violence.

ASIS ACT Chapter #260 invites you to Security and Government Expo on November 12, Hotel Realm, Canberra

Do you know someone in the security industry who is worthy of an Australian Security Medal Nomination? The Award Nominations close at 5pm Saturday 31 October 2020

Safe Work Australia have developed a Guide to assist persons conducting a business or undertaking (e.g. employers) meet their work health and safety duties in relation to COVID-19.

A recent case in the Victorian County Court disclosed there is no requirement for police to release footage from body-worn cameras (BWC) in civil proceedings. Judge Sandra David found there was no provision under the Surveillance Devices Act 1999 (Vic) to compel BWC files to be handed over in civil proceedings.

All ASIS International - Victoria Australia Chapter members are invited to attend the 2020 ASIS Victoria Annual General Meeting. The AGM will be held on Tuesday 24 November 2020 – 5.30pm.

Giving advice on security risks involves the performance of duties to a reasonable standard of care. "Reasonable" generally means meeting a standard of care expected of a reasonably prudent security professional.