Prisons are all about security and recent incidents involving drones highlight an emerging security risk for prison operators. Tennis balls and other packaged items thrown over walls are being replaced with more sophisticated delivery methods for contraband!

We would like to introduce you to the 2021 Victoria Chapter Executive Committee. This Committee is our largest ever and comprises a blend of experienced and emerging members. We wish the committee well for 2021 and beyond!

We are pleased to report the Chapter continues to impress and progress. Although conducted online, the AGM was well attended and appointed a new Chair for 2021 - Ms Rachell DeLuca.

Have you renewed your ASIS International Membership. Renewals are due 1 January 2021 - Please act now to stay connected.

The Annual General Meeting of the Chapter will be conducted through virtual mode. A number of members have expressed an interest in participating on the Committee however, we are keen for more nominations.

The VCGLR advise international driver’s licences and Victorian marine licences can now be accepted as evidence of age documents by licensed venues.

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.

CLOSING SOON - The Australian Security Medals Foundation nominations will be closing on 31 October and we do not wish anyone to miss out.

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.