Security Insider Magazine July - September 2022 by ASIAL

Vol.28 | Issue 3 | July–September 2022

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Contents Vol.28 | Issue 3 | July–September 2022

NATIONAL PRIVATE SECURITY ACT

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MEETING YOUR WORK, HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

FROM LIGHT TO INTELLIGENT PIXELS – A MANUAL FOR DIGITAL VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS

04 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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08 SECURITY OFFICER BEHAVIOUR UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT ON THE GOLD COAST

MEETING YOUR WORK, HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

08 ASIAL MEETS WITH RESERVE BANK OF AUSTRALIA ASSISTANT GOVERNOR

THE WORKPLACE RELATIONS LANDSCAPE IS CHANGING

2022 AUSTRALIAN SECURITY INDUSTRY AWARDS

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS

QLD DIGITAL LICENCE TRIAL COMING TO TOWNSVILLE

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NSW COMMERCIAL AGENTS AND PRIVATE INQUIRY AGENTS ACT 2004

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President’s Message Since being elected as President last year, I’ve kept my messages consistent; playing our part to Keep Australia Safe and Secure and Together, Each Achieves More, to name a few. Another message I’ve focussed on is the need to increase female paticipation in our industry. During recent industry events, I have spoken about the proportion of licenced female security officers (10%) and registered cablers that are females (1%). The general feel from others in the industry after hearing these statistics is a genuine ‘thanks for bringing this to our attention’. I believe our industry is open to embracing greater workforce diversity. In most parts, we just need to be reminded of where we are today and where we can be. We know industries which have achieved greater gender diversity, grow stronger and stronger; especially at a time when our industry is competing with other industries to attract talent. When we focus on all people, there will be more talent available, more opportunities and more growth. I’ll ask everyone who reads this magazine to think about how diverse your workforce is today, if you have a gender diversity target, and are you including words in your job ads which encourage diversity in your workforce? We know female participation in the police force is around 30%, this number can be a great starting target for us all. On another topic, you may have seen media reports around a recent Australian investigation by Choice on the use of facial recognition technology by retailers. According to the report, Choice found Bunnings, Kmart and The Good Guys, were trialling facial recognition solutions

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for security purposes. Between March and April 2022, Choice also surveyed more than 1000 Australians to gauge their awareness of facial recognition technology, finding 65% were concerned retailers were creating profiles of their customers that could cause them harm. As an industry, we have some advanced technologies available to us, which in some cases were only previously available in military applications. At the same time, we need to ensure our solutions are installed with transparency, in an ethical and safe way. Who has access to this biometric data and for how long? To this extent, ASIAL will prepare a guidance paper on the use of facial recognition technology which will be available to all our members once released. Until next time, thanks for supporting ASIAL, let’s continue to play our part in keeping ‘A safe and secure Australia’. I hope to see many of you at the Security Exhibition and Conference in Sydney from the 17 - 19 of August.

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International Security officers’ Day 2022 will be celebrated on the 24th July. The day provides an opportunity to recognize the important contribution security officers perform in keeping the community safe. MORE INFO Go to page 22 or visit www.asial.com.au/ISOD

Australia’s premier security industry event – the 2022 Security Exhibition & Conference will return to Sydney’s International Convention Centre on the 17th-19th of August 2022. For the first time, this year’s Exhibition will be co-located with Integrate, Australia’s leading Audio Visual and Integration trade show – meaning there truly is something for everyone. The ASIAL Security Conference (17th-18th of August) will feature an exceptional line up of experts and thought leaders who address a broad range of issues and challenges faced by security professionals. You can find out more information on the conference by turning to page 24. The 2022 Security Gala Dinner on the 18th August will provide an opportunity for the industry to reconnect and network for the first time in three years. The security industry’s night of nights will be hosted by James O’Loghlin, one of Australia’s most respected entertainers. MORE INFO asial.com.au/Security2022

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION TO LICENSEES COMING SOON TO QLD After a significant digital transformation project, the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has launched a new service portal as part of their transition to becoming a more modern regulator. Security providers (class 1 or 2) can now access status updates, complete licence renewals, resend receipts, and upload documents all in a time that suits themselves. The new authentication process auto fills information for those making an online payment. Commissioner for Fair Trading, Victoria Thomson said moving our services to a digital platform allows us to better support our clients. “Our team services more than 55,000 licence renewal requests per year so the need for modernisation and efficiency is high,” Ms Thomson said. “This will offer our clients the best experience as it allows the system to auto fill their information, so they aren’t having to repeatedly supply the same information.” “The new portal will change the way licensees interact with the OFT in terms of user experience and digital service availability, especially for those who work outside standard business hours.” Creating a Queensland Digital Identity account will give clients access to many other services outside of OFT. If you don’t have a Queensland Digital Identity account, or want to learn more, visit the Queensland Government website.

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Security Officer Behaviour Under the Spotlight on the Gold Coast Appearing on The Today Show on May 17th, ASIAL CEO Bryan de Caires has described the behaviour of three security officers who featured in an altercation with patrons outside The Grand Hotel in Labrador on the Gold Coast, Queensland as “shocking and unacceptable”. During the interview he called for more consistent rules to hold the industry to a higher standard. Following on from recent incidents involving security personnel on the Gold Coast, the Queensland government conducted a targeted compliance blitz of security providers on the Gold Coast. A total of 34 Gold Coast venues were visited over the two nights and 59 security providers had their licences checked. Five people were found working as security providers with no licence. In a media release issued on the 1st June, AttorneyGeneral and Minister for Justice Shannon Fentiman said “Security staff play an important role in providing a safe night out for everyone.” “It is often a difficult role, and that is why only suitable, trained and licensed staff should be involved.” “There have been recent reports of patrons being mistreated by security personnel on the Gold Coast and we want to ensure patrons can enjoy a night out with friends safely.”

ASIAL MEETS WITH THE RESERVE BANK OF AUSTRALIA ASIAL representatives have held a constructive meeting with the Assistant Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia during which the Association articulated its position on the need for a viable and efficient banknote distribution infrastructure. The meeting also provided an opportunity to outline issues faced

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“That’s why the OLGR, OFT and police conducted the compliance crackdown over the weekend with inspectors and police targeting venues from Coomera to Coolangatta on Friday and Saturday night to check that crowd controllers and security officers were properly licensed.” The operation aimed to check the credentials of security providers working in licensed venues as well as a range of other security related requirements. In the same media release, Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Security Industry Association Ltd (ASIAL) Bryan de Caires expressed the Association’s full support for the enforcement actions undertaken. “Security personnel play an important role in ensuring patrons at bars, clubs and hotels enjoy a safe night out. Which is why it is imperative that unscrupulous operators are prevented from getting a foothold in the industry,” Mr de Caires said. “Venues need to understand that by engaging unlicensed and poorly trained security providers they are exposing their patrons and themselves to a level of risk that can have devastating consequences.”

by cash management operators and to state ASIAL’s preparedness to work together in arriving at a resolution that provides consumers with true payment choice. ASIAL will continue dialogue with the RBA and advocate on behalf of its members, with a follow up consultative paper expected to be released for comment in the coming months.

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MANCHESTER ARENA INQUIRY REPORT 2022 AUSTRALIAN SECURITY INDUSTRY AWARDS NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN Nominations are now open for the 2022 Australian Security Industry Awards for Excellence which will be presented in Sydney on the 19th October 2022. Organised by ASIAL, the 26th annual Australian Security Industry Awards for Excellence will be held in conjunction with the 7th annual Outstanding Security Performance Awards (the OSPAs) and 11th annual Australian Security Medals Awards. MORE INFO Go to page 12 or visit asial.com.au/awards22

ASIAL Calls for National Consistency in security regulation In a recent article published in The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and Courier Mail, ASIAL has called for action to address jurisdictional inconsistencies and vulnerabilities in security licensing arrangements. As a catalyst for change, ASIAL has drafted a National Private Security Act (NPSA) discussion paper. Go to page 18 to find out more.

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The Manchester Arena Inquiry is an independent public inquiry to investigate the deaths of the victims of the 2017 Manchester Arena attack. The report findings released to date provide useful learnings for security providers here in Australia. Among some of these findings include: • The need to guard against complacency when mitigating the risk of a terrorist attack. • The need for robust procedures to counter the threat of a terrorist attack. • Those responsible for security should be briefed at every event about the current threat level and risk of terrorist attacks, while avoiding desensitisation to the message. • Any and all suspicious behaviour by event-goers or members of the public close to a venue must be reported promptly, investigated, and appropriate action taken. The inevitable occurrence of false alarms should not discourage the reporting of suspicious behaviour. • Communication, coordination and co-operation between those with a responsibility for keeping the public safe. • The provision of adequate training should form a key control measure within the Protect Plan. Members are urged to review the findings of the Manchester Arena Inquiry as there are a number of pertinent lessons that can be applied to the Australian environment. MORE INFO Go to manchesterarenainquiry.org.uk/#

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SUPER GUARANTEE INCREASES TO 10.5%

PAYING YOUR EMPLOYEES Superannuation payments will increase to 10.5% from 1 July 2022. That means changes to your payroll and the amount of super you’re expected to pay your workers. The super guarantee increase is legislated to increase from 1 July and will rise incrementally each year until it reaches 12% in 2025. If you manage a business, or the payment of staff, these changes will impact the amount of super you pay your workers.

SUPER GUARANTEE RATE RISES TO 10.5% From 1 July 2022, the super guarantee (SG) is 10.5% of a worker’s ordinary time earnings (OTE). This is a rise of 0.5% (from 10%), the rise aims to better support working Australians financially in retirement. If you manage a team or payroll, you’ll need to check you’re paying eligible workers at least 10.5% super. Check you’re paying eligible workers at least 10.5% super.

WHAT THE RISE IN SG MEANS FOR YOUR BUSINESS The key change to your business is you’ll need to pay workers 10.5% super. This may impact your payroll. You can still pay super via a clearing house if that’s your preferred method. Advise your workers of this change and make sure they check their pay slips and super contributions. If your team isn’t sure where their super is paid, they can log into myGov and go to the ATO section. Any changes in the super system can be a good time to remind

your employees to check their super accounts and balances. Super is an ongoing part of their financial future. If you have any questions relating to the rise in the SG and how it may financially affect your business over the coming years, consider speaking to your accountant. AustralianSuper’s National Manager Business Partnerships, John Zanetti, says: ‘The rise is a huge help to working Australians who will now benefit from increased retirement savings. However, it may be an additional financial commitment for some businesses. We would suggest business owners plan accordingly for the new commitment and if required, seek advice from their preferred business partner to help guide their business and ultimately its employees.’ For an employee earning $60,000, super payments would rise by $300 a year. From $6,000 to $6,300 under 10.5% SG.

To find out more about the increase in super guarantee and how it may impact your business, please scan the below QR code to read the full article, or visit: australiansuper.com/ employers/employersarticles/

PAYING THE NEW SG RATE The new rate comes into effect from 1 July 2022. You may have a payroll cycle that crosses this period. To work out the super owed, the ATO advises it’s the date of the salary payment that determines the rate of SG payable. Not the date the work was completed. So, if a worker is paid in July 2022 for work completed in June 2022, then the 10.5% SG rate applies.

This information may be general financial advice which doesn’t take into account your personal objectives, situation or needs. Before making a decision about AustralianSuper, you should think about your financial requirements and refer to the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. A Target Market Determination (TMD) is a document that outlines the target market a product has been designed for. Find the TMDs at australiansuper.com/tmd. AustralianSuper Pty Ltd ABN 94 006 457 987, AFSL 233788, Trustee of AustralianSuper ABN 65 714 394 898.

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NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2022 AUSTRALIAN SECURITY INDUSTRY AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN Award nominations for the Australian Security Industry Awards are now open and close 2 September 2022, categories for the ASIAL Security Industry Awards for Excellence, the Outstanding Security Performance Awards and the Australian Security Medals Foundation Awards are:

AWARD CATEGORIES INCLUDE: Australian Security Industry Awards for Excellence • Gender Diversity • Indigenous Employment • Individual Achievement- Technical Security • Individual Achievement – Protective Services • Integrated Security Solution - <$100,000 - > $100,000 • Electronic Security Installation - <$100,000 - >$100,000 • Product of the Year - Access Control - Alarm - CCTV Camera - CCTV IP Systems/Solution - Physical Security • Security Equipment Manufacturer/ Distributor

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ASIAL Special Interest Groups Expressions of interest are open for Members interested in participating on an ASIAL Special Interest Group (SIG). The Special Interest Groups cover: • • • •

Cash in Transit Electronic Security Human Resources/Industrial Relations Protective Security

The SIGs meet approximately 2-3 times per year and provide a forum to discuss and advance industry issues and initiatives. If you are interested in participating, please email security@asial.com.au with your contact details and the SIG you would like to participate on.

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Outstanding Security Performance Awards 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director Outstanding Security Team Outstanding Guarding Company Outstanding Security Consultant Outstanding Security Training Initiative Outstanding Security Partnership Outstanding Female Security Professional

Australian Security Medals Foundation • Australian Security Medal The Australian Security Medal (ASM) recognises the outstanding career and character of the security professional receiving it. • Australian Security Valour Medal The Australian Security Valour Medal (ASVM) recognises security operatives for an outstanding act or acts of valour; actions demonstrating valour, courage and decisiveness above and beyond ‘the call of duty’. • St John Save a Life Award Security operatives are often the first responders in a diverse range of emergency situations. Through a unique partnership with St John Ambulance, security operatives from across Australia can receive the “Safe a Life Award” to recognise actions where they have contributed toward saving someone’s life through the application of first-aid.

AUTOMATIC MUTUAL RECOGNITION Automatic Mutual Recognition (AMR) is part of national reform of licensing laws to enable labour mobility, cutting regulatory red tape and making it easier to work across all states and territories. Despite its adoption by several states, the fight to have AMR recognized nation-wide continues. AMR for individual security licence holders has been introduced in South Australia and the Northern Territory. Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory are expected to introduce Automatic Mutual Recognition shortly. However, New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria and West Australia will not be implementing AMR for individual security licence holders. ASIAL will continue to campaign for AMR to be implemented to ensure the ease of work for thousands in the security industry Australia-wide.

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DIGITAL LICENCE TRIAL Coming to Townsville Residents and businesses across Townsville will be able to participate in an expanded Digital Licence trial from late 2022.

After a successful pilot on the Fraser Coast, Townsville residents can now help shape the app by testing improved functionality and additional features before being made available state-wide in 2023. The Digital Licence app allows Queenslanders to easily and securely store their driver licence, marine licence and/or photo identification card on their mobile devices. The app offers a safe and convenient way for Queenslanders to digitally share and validate their identity. With legislation passed in July 2020 making the digital licence the legal equivalent of the physical licence, Queenslanders can use their digital licence as a legal and legitimate form of identification and will no longer need to carry their physical licence with them. Using the Digital Licence app is not compulsory and is optin. Queenslanders will continue to receive the physical cards for their licences and photo identification as they are renewed.

Built by Queenslanders, for Queenslanders The project is committed to keeping our customers at front of mind in the development of the app, and we’re working closely with diverse customer groups to build an app that truly meets their needs. Our human-centred design approach (HCD) includes seeking continual input and feedback from customers, stakeholders and staff, to ensure we are developing an app built by Queenslanders, for Queenslanders. Customer co-design workshops were conducted prior to, and throughout the development of the trial version of the Digital Licence app. This HCD approach is being continued and feedback gathered from a range of stakeholders to inform and improve the app design and function. This has included stakeholders such as: • Queensland Disability Network, who conducted accessibility testing on the app. • Vision Australia, who provided a technical scan and a report on accessibility compliance. • TMR customers, who have given feedback on communication preferences and a range of app design elements. • TMR internal customer working group, who provided advice on internal support processes and requirements to ensure staff can provide the best support for customers during rollout.

Security and privacy The Digital Licence app has been developed with security and privacy at its heart and incorporates features to protect personal data and ensure authenticity. Users can control the information they share and with whom they share it. Choosing from one of the sharing bundles, the user can share just their photo and they are over 18, their full licence details or even a printable PDF. Secured behind the user’s native phone security and a six-digit access PIN, the app provides protection from identity theft and fraud. The Digital Licence can be verified in two ways: 1. A simple visual check. To ensure the digital licence you are viewing is legitimate, look for security features like the pulsating Queensland Coat of Arms or the last online refresh date. 2. Scan a user’s Digital Licence. Using your own Digital Licence app, or a Digital Licence Verifier app, scan the QR code provided by the user’s app. This will verify details through an encrypted exchange with the user details appearing on your device for a limited time. (Note: the QR code cannot be scanned by the phone camera) Scanning a user’s Digital Licence in this way is the safest and most secure form of verification and allows businesses to confidently meet their identification monitoring and management obligations. Should you need to keep a photocopy of a driver licence in your systems, the app allows the user to generate and share a PDF using the phone’s sharing options, like SMS and email. The PDF contains all the information from their driver licence and can be stored in the same way you currently store the photocopies. It is also digitally signed for additional protection.

International standard The Digital Licence app is being developed to comply with the International Standard for Mobile Driver Licence Apps (ISO18013-5), which was published in September last year. Complying to the standard means the app meets a set of internationally agreed standards for verifying, authenticating, and keeping personal information safe, secure, and private. In addition, Queenslanders will be able to use their Digital Licence in any jurisdiction, in Australia or overseas, when that jurisdiction has also aligned their mobile driver licence to this International Standard. MORE INFO digitallicence@tmr.qld.gov.au

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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IP CCTV SYSTEMS ASIAL has prepared an updated draft of the Australia New Zealand Policing Advisory Agency (ANZPAA) Recommendations for CCTV Systems to replace the 2014 version that was recently withdrawn. Recommendations that have been outlined in the draft will aid law enforcement agencies to reduce crime and maintain public safety. The recommendations address: • • • • • •

The system - objectives and recording parameters Operation – procedural recommendations Export functionality – video and image extraction capabilities Playback software – replaying native recordings Resolution evaluation – does the system achieve its goals? Maintenance – ensuring the system remains fully functional

ANNUAL WAGE REVIEW The Fair Work Commission has handed down its annual wage review decision for 2022. The national minimum wage (NMW) will be $812.60 per week or $21.38 per hour. The Panel decided to increase modern award minimum wages by 4.6 per cent. Modern award minimum wage rates above $869.60 per week will receive a 4.6 per cent adjustment, wage rates below $869.60 per week will be adjusted by $40 per week. For most Modern Awards the increase will come into effect from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2022. ASIAL has updated its rates of pay schedule to reflect the Annual Wage Review decision. The update schedule is available in the ASIAL member area.

ASIAL is awaiting feedback on the draft from ANZPAA.

NT Chief Minister Announces Trial of SECURITY GUARDS TO PATROL DARWIN’S NORTHERN SUBURBS Chief Minister Natasha Fyles has announced a trial of private security guards to patrol Darwin’s northern suburbs and Palmerston to help with anti-social behaviour. She said the Public Order Response Unit, composed of private security patrols, had been trialled in Darwin’s CBD and inner suburbs. “The PORU will not be replacing police response but will serve as a component to build engagement and collaboration with the community while addressing anti-social behaviour issues within a community,” she said. In addition, more government funding will be made available for businesses to increase their security. The Biz Secure program, will raise to $15,000 the amount individual Territory businesses can access to make a range of permanent security improvements to their premises, and raising the amount the government contributed from 50 per cent to 75 per cent.

NSW Commercial Agents and Private Inquiry Agents Act 2004 The NSW Commercial Agents and Private Inquiry Agents Act 2004 (CAPI) will be repealed on 1 July 2022, resulting in some changes to licence applications. From that date: • • •

Existing CAPI licences will cease to be current NSW Fair Trading will be responsible for licensing of Commercial Agents The Security Licensing and Enforcement Directorate (SLED) will remain responsible for licensing of Private Inquiry Agents, which will become Private Investigators as a new subclass of security licence.

As SLED is no longer accepting new CAPI applications, those who intend to apply for a Private Inquiry Agent (PI) licence, you are advised to do so online after 1 July 2022.

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BUILDING SECURITY INDUSTRY CAPABILITY AND CAPACITY Driving Professionalism Through a National Private Security Act By Bryan de Caires, CEO, ASIAL

The security industry performs a critical and increasingly important role as part of Australia’s national security mix. Whether installing and maintaining alarms, video surveillance, access control and physical security systems, providing cyber security solutions, securing crowded places and critical infrastructure – security is integral to the functioning of the Australian economy. Given the industry’s important and growing role as part of Australia’s national security mix, raising professional standards is a priority. Through ASIAL’s leadership and advocacy, the case for nationally consistent regulatory standards has been

recognised. Yet, despite agreement in 2008 by the Council of Australian Governments to implement a nationally consistent approach to regulation of the private security industry, progress has stalled. The roll out of Automatic Mutual Recognition (AMR) has starkly highlighted inconsistencies in national security standards. AMR seeks to improve occupational mobility and productivity through removal of the need for individuals to apply and pay for additional registrations or licences when working in another state or territory. Yet only the Australian Capital, Northern Territory, South Australia and Tasmania will implement AMR for licensed security personnel. Concern over public safety has been cited as a key reason for other states not participating.

Why the Private Security Industry is Important ECONOMIC A vital contributor to the functioning of the national economy

FORCE MULTIPLIER An important force multiplier and surge capability for business and government

BUSINESS ENABLER Provision of sophisticated security solutions to optimise government and busness operations

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FLEXIBILITY & AGILITY Proven flexibility and agility in responding to client needs

NATIONAL SECURITY A vital part of Australia’s national security mix

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TIMELINE TO CHANGE 1996: ASIAL supports security and licensing regulation through centralised State/Territory Registries. 1997: ASIAL promulgates forerunner to its ‘National Model’ approach. 2004: Australasian Police Ministers’ Council (APMC) champion development of national probity and other checks. 2005: Council of Australian Governments (COAG) – national security industry standards discussed at a special meeting of COAG. Agreement to conduct a review of security industry training, registration, and licensing. 2006: COAG – review of national standards for security industry referred to APMC. By any objective measure, the current status quo is unacceptable - variations between jurisdictions creates inherent vulnerabilities. It is difficult to accept that governments would tolerate this inconsistency, which allows in some states for student and working holiday visa holders to work as a security officer, despite repeated calls from industry to cease the practice along with the findings from multiple inquiries into the security industry. The unequivocal findings after decades of discussion and consultation with government, numerous inquiries and research studies is that we need nationally consistent security licensing standards.To advance professionalism, and build security industry capability and capacity, action is required now. The current patchwork of security regulation also imposes significant and unnecessary red tape, compliance and management costs on businesses operating across multiple jurisdictions. This creates artificial barriers to competition, restricts workforce mobility and limits the industry’s ability to rapidly deploy personnel to meet demand due to emergencies and major sporting events. Achieving a more productive economy is the key to higher living standards. Reducing red tape and improving regulation through the introduction of nationally consistent standards is an important step towards achieving this aim. With a national workforce of over 180,000 people and more than 11,000 businesses offering security services, the security industry plays a vital role as part of the Australian economy. As demand for security services grow, it is no longer tenable for government to ignore the need for a nationally consistent approach to regulation of the private security industry.

NATIONAL PRIVATE SECURITY ACT To address this impasse, ASIAL has prepared a draft Model National Private Security Act (NPSA) as a catalyst for national discourse to advance development and implementation of a single ‘Model’ national law for regulation of the private security industry.

2006: COAG expert working party recommends development of national standards to drive industry professionalism and enhance portability of security licences. 2008: COAG agrees to implement a nationally consistent approach to regulation of the private security industry. 2009: Australian Crime Commission Inquiry into criminal infiltration of the private security industry – the findings were not made public. 2009-2013: COAG National Occupational Licensing – push for a national licence system did not proceed. 2016: Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) Report into training security programs finds that until inconsistent licensing arrangements are resolved, people will continue to cross borders to attain licences in jurisdiction with fewer requirements. 2017: ASQA Review of issues relating to unduly short training. 2018: Australian Strategic Policy Institute Report (Safety in Numbers – Australia’s private security industry guard force and counterterrorism) finds “A nationally consistent vetting, training and licensing system will greatly enhance the abilities of security officers to contribute to our overall national efforts to prevent and respond to terrorism.” 2021: Security 2025 Report conducted by the Australian Security Research Centre finds “The lack of nationally consistent regulatory standards is a significant impediment to the industry’s growth and development.” 2022: ASIAL National Private Security Act – release of ASIAL’s NPSA to improve national security.

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The primary aim of the NPSA is to provide for a balanced and nationally consistent framework that sets out consistent expectations, obligations and responsibilities for individuals and organisations in the private security industry across Australia. The benefits of a nationally consistent approach include: • Higher professional standards to deliver improved security outcomes for business, government, and the wider community. • Improved industry capability and capacity through greater operational efficiencies and flexibility. In short, Australia’s security capability and capacity would be significantly enhanced under a nationally consistent approach to security licensing, as would public safety. Developed by ASIAL, the NPSA is a first step towards finally achieving the goal of harmonising security licensing requirements across Australia. The ASIAL NPSA seeks to: • provide a framework to engage with stakeholders to advance the goal of nationally consistent security licensing requirements; • articulate an industry position to advance professional standards and further strengthen the industry’s capability as part of Australia’s national security mix (including requiring cyber security technicians to, as a minimum, meet probity requirements); • provide consistent expectations, obligations and responsibilities for individuals and organisations operating in the Australian security industry;

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Reduced red tape Greater organisational / individual mobility National security licence database Improved operational efficiencies Increased capability and capacity

• address public safety concerns over issues such as probity, individual and business suitability, fingerprinting, training, the use of criminal intelligence, compliance and access to a national register of security licence holders; • reduce red tape and unnecessary administrative costs; • provide industry with greater national operational flexibility and resource management; • provide security providers and licensed individuals with greater mobility in responding to surge demand; • provide clients with greater confidence when engaging a security provider due to the implementation of nationally consistent standards. Strengthening professional standards through nationally consistent regulation is widely acknowledged as an important step towards building private security industry capability and capacity. The NPSA provides the first step towards harmonising security regulation across Australia and ensuring a professional security industry capable of performing its growing role as part of Australia’s national security mix. If Australia is to have a more professional security industry, and, in turn improved national security, the adoption of the principles included in the NPSA is essential. In these uncertain times, where cybercrime, terrorism and geopolitical tensions pose ever evolving threats, action is required sooner rather than later. Doing nothing is not in the national interest.

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ASIAL’s Security Insider Podcast Series The ASIAL Security Insider Podcast series explores some of the issues and challenges facing the security industry.

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How to Build a Bridge Between Expectations and Implementation

How 5G Will Change IoT Security and What You Can Do to Prepare?

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we speak with Pierre Bourgeix, Senior Partner Cyber Governance, ButchkoESI, about ‘Converged Technology - How to Build a Bridge Between Expectations and Implementation’.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we speak with Jonathan Morgan, Vice President of global online security provider Akamai, about How 5G Will Change IoT Security and What You Can Do to Prepare?

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High-Risk Facilities and Logistics

Addressing The Security Shortfall at Live Events and Venues

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we speak with Will Plummer, who has a Masters’ Degree from the US Naval War College and is the Chief Security Officer for RaySecur.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we look at current security challenges facing live events and venues. Joined by Julia Robinson, Managing Director of the Australian Festivals Association; John Green, Director at the Australian Hoteliers Association and Matt Howe, Managing Director of A Vision Advisory.

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Emerging Trends and Challenges in Security

How to Create Recurring Monthly Revenue Within Your Security Business

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Jake Parker, Senior Director, Government Relations at Security Industry Association (SIA), America’s Leading Security Industry Association.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Paul Metzheiser, Managing Partner at Tamco. We spoke with Paul at the recent ISC West conference about the best way for systems integrators to create sources of recurring monthly revenues (RMR).

EPISODE 68 Myths and Misconceptions Around the Use of Biometrics In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Jordan Cullis, Director of Sales and Pre-Sales, Asia Pacific at Milestone Systems, and Fraser Larcombe, subject matter expert with over 30 years’ experience building IT and Security solutions and relationships.

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A CHANCE TO THANK ALL SECURITY OFFICERS FOR HELPING TO KEEP US SAFE On 24 July 2022 - International Security Officers’ Day – the Australian Security Industry Association Ltd (ASIAL) is calling on the community to acknowledge the role performed by Australia’s 120,000 Security Officers in keeping us safe. “It only takes a moment to tell the security officers at your work or in the shopping centre or elsewhere that you know what they do for the community and that you appreciate them,” said ASIAL CEO Bryan de Caires. Performing a broad range of roles from protecting hospitals to defence bases, shopping centres to offices, concerts and sporting events, security officers are present at licensed premises, airports, critical infrastructure and much more. They are a vital part of Australia’s security mix and have risen to the many challenges posed over the past two years. Many people might take security for granted and few people know the dangers that security officers face every day when they put themselves in harm’s way protecting others. Whether they are monitoring public spaces, bars, railway stations or patrolling premises after hours, they must be ready to confront and handle a variety of potentially dangerous situations from rowdy behaviour, criminal activity right up to terrorism threats. Very few people are aware of sophisticated technology used by the profession today ranging from biorecognition, infrared cameras, crowd movement analysis tools and many other tools to intercept crime or other dangers.

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The wide scope of duties they perform means that Security Officers must hold a diverse range of skills and talents; as a result, it attracts individuals seeking a rewarding and meaningful career. Likewise, the Security Industry attracts people from very diverse backgrounds, reflecting the face of Australian society today. ASIAL President John Gellel said that the industry needs to do more to attract potential employees. “Apprenticeships are possibly a key to our ability to keep pace with demand,” he said. “Someone entering the labour market is probably unaware that as a qualified technician in the security industry, they can realistically expect an income commensurate with other trades such as an electrician.” “The mission is to demonstrate to workers that there is good money to be made and an excellent career path if you want to progress to stimulating work areas involving security at its most sophisticated and in some of the most exciting fields of security today.” “A career in the security industry means you’re part of something much larger than a career,” said John Gellel. “Whether you’re in the protective services or electronics side of the industry, you will be playing your part in keeping Australia safe and secure, while having fun with some very cool technologies” Mr Gellel said. The problem of recruitment-appeal is not only a concern for the Security Industry. Latest figures from the National Skills Commission reveal recruitment difficulty has reached a new peak since the COVID-19 outbreak. More than half (54 per cent) of employers report having trouble filling vacancies in the four weeks to April 30.

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These organisations had a particularly tough time hiring outside capital cities, where 64 per cent reported difficulties, and when hiring skilled workers with a Certificate III qualification or higher (62 per cent). The latest SEEK Employment Report also reveals that in April, the number of applications for each job advertisement on seek.com.au was at its lowest level since 2012. It was likely the result of all states and territories recording the highest job ad volumes ever on the job site. In addition, outdated perceptions of gender roles can at times be a barrier to labour entrants, according to John Gellel. “We need to do more as an industry to encourage greater female workforce participation. We need to better communicate the broad range of roles and skills required by our industry and highlight the pathways available for individuals seeking a rewarding career.” “With the diversity of roles now available in our industry, the opportunity here is to reframe the industry’s image and make it more meaningful and attractive in the broader recruitment spectrum,” said Mr Gellel. In an increasingly security-conscious world, the industry is keen to add to its ranks and is encouraging people who are interested in a security career. “As COVID restrictions continue to be lifted, the hardpressed events industry will resume their events that were suspended during lockdowns,” said Mr de Caires. “And there

will be a significant surge in demand for security services, so we are going to need many more qualified licensed security officers in the system.” The events sector is only one example where the industry is bracing itself for much greater demand for security services in the coming months and years. ASIAL has been engaged by the Department of Defence to advise on how key civilian and military assets will be secured in the event of General Mobilisation. Private security already protects many Australian Defence Force military installations Australia-wide along with key infrastructure like dams, power stations, key transport hubs, telecommunications, ports and more. All of these would have to be secured in the event of a conflict and it will be security officers who will be called on for the job. A global security industry initiative originating in Australia, International Security Officers’ Day is now celebrated in a growing list of countries including Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, China, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Italy, Macau, New Zealand, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, the United Kingdom and the USA. ASIAL CEO Bryan de Caires said: “On 24 July, we are simply calling on business, government and the broader community to say ‘thank you’ to frontline Security Officers they meet in their day to day lives, who are working hard to keep us safe, 24/7.”

THANKS FROM CERTIS SECURITY AUSTRALIA Shannon Rodda I enjoy the variety that the Security industry provides. Everyday is different especially in a shopping centre environment. I also work with a great team which always makes each day a pleasure coming to work.

THANKS FROM SECURECORP Colin Graham Colin joined Securecorp in 2006 working across many retail centres before taking up his current position in Gatehouse Operations. Colin’s experience and professionalism is well received by the client who stated that “The site runs very smoothly, due to Colin’s excellent work”. Thank you Colin.

Eyassu Tesfamariam Eyassu has been working in the security industry for 10 years, and with Securecorp for over 4 years. Eyassu is a focused security officer who is passionate about providing a fantastic customer service experience. His site knowledge is exemplary, and he is utilised in the training of new staff. Eyassu has a positive attitude that spreads throughout the security team. He is an invaluable member of the Securecorp Team. Thank you Eyassu.

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2022 ASIAL SECURITY CONFERENCE 17-18 August 2022 TOPICS AND SPEAKERS Hamish Hansford

Jacinta Carroll

Catriona Wallace

Darren Kane

Topic: Security of Critical Infrastructure

Topic: The Global Security Outlook

Hamish Hansford

Jacinta Carroll

Group Manager and Inaugural Head of the Australian Cyber and Infrastructure Security Centre, Department of Home Affairs

Senior Security, Defence and Public Policy Advisor and Researcher, Deakin University

Topic: AI - Its Impact Now and in the Future of an Organisation

Topic: Digital transformation – threats, challenges and opportunities

Dr Catriona Wallace

Vishy Narayanan

Executive Director, Gradient Institute (Responsible AI); Adjunct Professor; Executive Chair, Boab AI (VC); NED Garvan Institute

Asia Pacific Chief Digital & Information Officer, PwC

Topic: Does your Security Operations Centre (SOC) inform and enable your incident response?

Topic: Building Security Capability and Capacity

Troy Heland

CEO, Risk2Solution Group

Dr Gavriel Schneider

Network Operations Manager, Managed Security Services, Verizon Business Group

Topic: An Integrated Approach to Risk Management

Topic: Cyber Security Imperatives and Challenges

Julian Talbot

Stephen Kho

Managing Director, SRMBOK

Global Lead - Red Team, Avast

Topic: Driving Enterprise Risk Management to the Next Level

Topic: Managing the Insider Threat

Kimberley Turner

Chief Security Officer, Thales Australia

Nick de Bont

CEO, Aerosafe Risk Management

Panel Discussion: Why Standards Matter Anna Harris, Principal Advisor - Information Security, Office of The Victorian Information Commissioner and Jason Brown, National Security Director, Thales Australia and New Zealand

Panel Discussion: The Blurring of Physical and Cyber Security - Implications for Security Managers Darren Kane, Chief Security Officer, NBN Co and Matthew Riley, Security & Resilience, Transgrid, John Fleming, ASIAL General Manager

Panel Discussion: Building Security Capability and Capacity

Topic: Sydney Local Health District response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Bryan de Caires, ASIAL CEO; John Yates, Director of Security, Scentre Group and Cameron Smith, Director, Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate, NSW Police

Dr Teresa Anderson

Topic: VBIED’s – Implementing Effective Measures to Mitigate Risk

Topic: Standards to Make the Built Environment Better for All

Paul Jeffrey

Richard Flint MSyl

Chairman, Perimeter Security Suppliers Association (UK)

Technical and Commercial Lead – Physical Security, BRE Global Limited (Incorporating LPCB) – UK

Topic: The Future of the Built Environment

Sara Trimboli Associate, Capability Specialist Security & Risk, Aurecon Group

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Chief Executive, Sydney Local Health District, NSW Health

FROM LIGHT TO INTELLIGENT PIXELS

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A Manual for Digital Video Surveillance and AI Applications by Vlado Damjanovski Following on from the international success of his previous works, ASIAL has commissioned world renowned CCTV expert Vlado Damjanovski to prepare a new reference manual on IP video surveillance systems and CCTV technology. The new manual will cover, as well as well-explained and illustrated material of the basic concepts, additional material on video management software and the cloud concepts, video analytics with artificial intelligence, the new AS/NZS 62676 standards, compression algorithms, thermal imaging and much more. To order your copy go to asial.com.au/vss or email marketing@asial.com.au

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HEALTH AND S REQUIREMEN As an employer (or person conducting a business or undertaking – PCBU), you have a primary duty to ensure the health and safety of workers while they are at work in the business or undertaking and others who may be affected by the carrying out of work. In 2020 alone, there were close to 200 deaths due to workplace incidents according to Safe Work Australia (Key work health and safety statistics, Australia 2021). Which is why, as a PCBU, you have the primary duty of care to ensure so far as is reasonably practicable the: • • • • •

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provision and maintenance of a safe work environment provision and maintenance of safe plant and structures provision and maintenance of safe systems of work safe use, handling and storage of plant, structures, and substances provision of accessible and adequate facilities (for example, access to washrooms, lockers, and dining areas) provision of any instruction, training, information, and supervision monitoring of workers health and conditions at the workplace and maintenance of any accommodation owned or under their management and control to ensure the health and safety of workers occupying the premises.

Under industrial manslaughter in Australian States and Territories, employers can be found guilty of industrial manslaughter if you negligently cause the death of a worker in your business. The maximum penalties for industrial manslaughter vary in each state. They can include fines and imprisonment for individuals and fines for body corporates. To ensure you fully comply with your obligations, you should take proactive steps to:

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R WORK

SAFETY NTS • understand the industrial manslaughter offences; • communicate work health and safety policies and procedures to workers; and • keep good records of safety matters to reduce the risk of workplace injuries and deaths. Through care and diligence you can take important steps to ensure the health and safety of your workers. Achieving this requires implementing and maintaining an effective workplace health and safety system covering: • • • • • • • • •

WHS responsibility WHS Policy & Procedures WHS Plan Risk management procedures Checking the rate of incidents Consultation process WHS committee and WHS representatives Staff inductions and safety training Processes for Workers Compensation and injury management • Conducting WHS audits • Compliance with all relevant legislation To assist members, ASIAL in partnership with Integrum have developed a Safe Workplace Management System (ASIAL SWM System) specifically for the security industry and designed a WHS System to meet the requirements of Australian Standard AS4801 and Safety Standard ISO45001. The system has been used by Integrum clients to gain and maintain third-party certification once the System has been implemented within their businesses. The ASIAL SWM System is only available to ASIAL members and provides a cost-effective way of managing your health and safety obligations.

MORE INFO call us on 1300 127 425, email leonie@asial.com.au or go to www.asial.com.au/swms.

Features of the ASIAL SWM SYSTEM WHS Policy & Procedures Manual template – outlines organisation’s WHS goals and guidelines on how it will be managed WHS Management System Plan Overview – outlines objectives and targets to ensure compliance and responsibilities. User Employee Register to record and schedule training and qualifications for each employee. Staff inductions - checklist to ensure staff members have been given the necessary information and the opportunity to ask questions so they can work safely. Incident reporting – records incidents and actions taken to avoid reoccurrence. Hazard and Risk Assessment forms with follow up action plans – hazards identified, risk assessed, controls added, and control measures reviewed. Safe Work Management Statement (SWMS) – records hazards, risk assessment, control measures and workers involved. Workplace inspection forms to identify risk and report it before it becomes an incident. Hazardous Chemical Register – records hazardous chemicals at a workplace and potential hazards with control measures. Record toolbox talks, safety management meetings and management reviews for WHS consultation and participation with workers. Document and Resources Library – provides templates and resources e.g. WHS Policy and Procedures Manual, WHSMS Plan Overview, RTW Suitable Duties plan. Contractor Management – allow contractors to meet WHS legislation by allowing access to the System and specific templates such as Incident, Hazards, Risk Assessments, SWMS. Training and qualifications can be added. Audits - conducted regularly to ensure organisation’s WHS goals and objectives are being met. Asset management - record the details of all assets, including plant, equipment and vehicles in the workplace.

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SEC URIT Y F E AT URE

I was contemplating for a long time whether to re-write and revise the last edition of my technical book, CCTV - from light to pixels, published in 2013. A lot has changed in our industry since, many revolutionary technologies, new Standards and a lot of new concepts.

FROM LIGHT TO INTELLIGENT PIXELS

By Vlado Damjanovski

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Writing a book, or even updating one, takes a lot of time, effort, research, illustrating and summarising. I wasn’t really keen, thinking that it may not be a good idea, yet Covid-19 came along and gave me plenty of time during lockdown to reconsider. Luckily, ASIAL supported the idea of a revision, and here we are — nearing completion. Some might call it a ‘swan-song,’ and it may well be my last book. I have had an interesting professional career with nearly thirty years from the first edition of ‘CCTV,’ which I self-published in 1994, when there were very few books on CCTV, if any. I published the very first edition with my own funds, a bank loan of $30k. This was borrowed against my house as security. It was a huge risk, with an unknown outcome. Then, I was long enough in Australia to understand that my colleagues and young installers, were seeking knowledge and understanding about CCTV technology, how it works and what the theories behind lenses, CCD sensors, monitors or transmissions were. I knew most of the intricacies because I had studied electronic engineering and broadcast television in my native Macedonia. I also worked in a CCTV manufacturing company in Ohrid. My first job as a graduate engineer was as a designer of cameras and monitors.

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After migrating to Australia in 1987, I started conducting CCTV training throughout Australia with the help of a colleague - Jayant Kapatker from STAM; he was the organiser. Across the nation, from Sydney to Melbourne, Brisbane to Perth, students were asking for further studies and reference books on CCTV. I couldn’t recommend anything, as I was not aware of any English language books on CCTV at the time. Nor could give them my material, because my presentations were made on overhead transparencies. In any case, it was clear to me that something like a book on CCTV was needed. It was also clear that my explanations and illustrations were what made the training a success and this is what the students wanted. As a consequence, I set a challenge to myself - to write my first technical book in English, using my own presentation slides. It was also a challenge for me as English is a third language, which I learned during my highschool days. I knew that I would have issues, although I thought I was proficient enough. Luckily, my eldest son, Filip, came to my rescue. He was thirteen at the time and because he was aged seven when we migrated, he spoke fluent Macedonian and had now six years of English learning at school so I could explain to him what I meant in a sentence in Macedonian, and he would know the best English translation. He was an excellent student (later becoming Dux of his school) and I was confident we could write a CCTV reference manual. That is how the first edition was produced, and it was noticed by the industry, especially because there were few books - and next to none in Australia. Even today I get a thrill when people show me their original copy with my autograph, from thirty years ago. This first edition was accepted by the US publisher Butterworth-Heinemann, and they asked if I would write an Americanised version, which was not difficult. I revised this first edition and they then published this as a second edition (which ironically they called it the first.) It was launched in 1999 at the New York ISC show, the same year I launched the ‘CCTV focus’ magazine at the same show. The book became a huge success was later translated into Russian, Korean, German and even Farsi. In the next five years there were many new technologies that needed updating especially when CCTV became digital and networked. I revised this 2nd American edition also, with plenty of new material, and it was launched at the Las Vegas ISC show in 2005.

Eight years later, another new revision was needed due to everything becoming high definition (HD) with new video compressions, different camera formats and complete digitisation. With all these technology changes and updates, I revised the 2005 edition in 2013 and called it, ‘CCTV - from light to pixels.’ Now in 2022, a new revised edition is desperately needed. An obvious new technological development is the use of AI and VCA in CCTV. Additionally, the latest IP VSS standard 62676, which Australia adopted in 2020, needs to be included too. As with all previous revisions, I completely re-edited much of the old text to fit with contemporary thinking. I wrote new chapters on AI and VCA, Pixel Densities, added new compressions (H.266 and JPG-XL), created numerous new drawings, tables and illustrations. I’ve developed a lot of practical examples which I believe will help immensely in real life projects. I removed many old technologies which are no longer relevant, such as VCRs, CRTs, matrix switchers, and multiplexers to name a few. It is unfortunate that much old work had to be removed but this is inevitable given technological evolution. However, this latest edition will still have over 650 pages. One exciting feature is that this latest edition will be available in full colour as an electronic publication. This is a great step up from the previous black and white printed editions — especially when knowing how detailed my drawings are. I’ve put a great deal of effort in producing my illustrations to be as informative as I can possibly make them. One of the key qualities of my work is that the explanations and illustrations of complicated technical terms are simplified. I have tried to keep this aspect in the new book also. ‘from light to intelligent pixels,’ (the title of this latest edition) will be finished by the middle of this year. I hope that readers will understand the hint in the title. The book will be available via the ASIAL web site. Please secure your own copy directly from asial.com.au/vss in digital and print format.

It was also clear that my explanations and illustrations were what made the training a success and this is what the students wanted.

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INDUST RIAL RE L ATI ON S

THE WORKPLACE RELATIONS LANDSCAPE IS CHANGING.

SO, WHAT CAN WE EXPECT? With a new Government 10 years in opposition, there are plenty of changes Labor wants to implement. Chris Delaney, ASIAL’s Workplace Relations Advisor discusses some of what Labor is planning.

One of the first actions of the newly elected Labor government was to write to the President of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) in support of a 5.1% increase in the minimum wage in line with inflation. On 15th of June, the Fair Work Commission’s (FWC) expert panel announced a 5.2% ($40) rise to the national minimum wage, while workers covered by award rates will get an increase of at least 4.6%, after taking into account the effects of the sharp inflationary rise on low-paid workers and accepting the need for moderation. The National Minimum Wage will be $812.60 per week or $21.38 per hour. The Panel decided to increase modern award minimum wages by 4.6 per cent. Modern award minimum wage rates above $869.60 per week will receive a 4.6 per cent adjustment, wage rates below $869.60 per week will be adjusted by $40 per week. The increase for all Modern Awards covering employees in the security industry will commence from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2022.

WHAT’S NEXT? Industrial Reform When it comes to reforming the system the first casualty will likely be the Australian Building and Construction Commission. Next, the Registered Organisations Commission will probably be absorbed back into the Fair Work Commission. Both have been a thorn in the side of the Union movement for some time. We believe that the Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal

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(RSRT) will be revived. Interestingly for the Cash in Transit Industry this may mean a resurrection of the Inquiry which was nearing completion when the RSRT was abolished by the Coalition Government. Labor has also hinted at reforms of the FWC, claiming there have been too many Coalition appointed members and the need for greater balance.

Respect@Work The Federal Government will implement all 55 recommendations of the Respect@ Work Report, ensuring that employers have a duty under the Commonwealth Sex Discrimination Act 1984 to take reasonable steps to eliminate sexual harassment. It will also extend the National Employment Standards allowing 10 days’ paid family and domestic violence leave per year to eligible employees.

Industrial Manslaughter Legislation With few exceptions, most states and territories have enacted industrial manslaughter laws. Labor has pledged to create harmonising legislation federally, thereby covering all Australian workplaces. Employers can be found guilty of industrial manslaughter and be fined and/or jailed if they negligently cause the death of a worker.

Labour Hire Labour Hire Licensing Schemes will be national and similar to those currently operating in Queensland and Victoria. There appears to be no intention to “merge” or consolidate State and Federal schemes. Harmonisation is the preferred process.

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Casual Employees and Insecure Work

Parental Leave

Labor has promised to amend the definition of “casual employment” by legislating an objective test to determine whether a worker will be classified as a casual employee to make it clear and unambiguous. It also plans to overturn the Coalition’s recent changes to the FW Act and the High Court’s decision in Workpac v Rossato. There is no detail on how the ALP will ensure secure work through the FWC, however it is likely that legislation will be introduced to give power to the FWC to make decisions that give effect to secure work.

Labor’s aims to give 26 weeks of paid parental leave at fullpay. While the Greens have also committed to establishing a 26-week paid parental leave package to be shared between parents.

Sham Contracting and Wage Theft

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO Some of the proposed changes will be introduced quickly. The Government has a majority in the lower house and will likely get support from the Greens in the Senate. Many of the changes will increase costs for employers already coping with pressures from rising inflation and staff shortages.

The Government will consult with unions, states and territories, and employer groups to ensure federal wage theft laws will not override existing state and territory laws in operation. It will also toughen independent contracting definitions and laws to eliminate sham contracting.

EMPLOYERS SHOULD:

Portable Leave Entitlements

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Keep abreast of changes that affect their businesses, particularly the cost of supplying services to clients;

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Continually seek advice on changes, especially where you engage large numbers of casual workers;

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Review all sub-contracting arrangements to identify exposure to claims of sham arrangements;

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Take positive steps to introduce policies that ensure compliance with changes in legislation;

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Review work practices and payroll to identify areas that need attention and change;

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Consider renegotiation or termination of Certified Agreements that have passed their nominal expiry date; and

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Review all employment contracts to ensure clarity and compliance.

Labor promises to consult with state and territory governments, unions and industry groups, regarding the possible development of portable entitlement schemes for annual leave, sick leave and long service leave for particular industries. It is unlikely that these changes would be introduced in the first term, although it would be highly likely that they would get support from the Greens. Incidentally, Victoria is already running a scheme for Casuals and Contractors in certain industries to access paid sick leave – watch this space!

Enterprise Bargaining While not published IR Policy, Anthony Albanese has promised that if elected, he will convene an “employment summit” to “bring employers and unions together to collaborate on secure work and to ensure enterprise bargaining works effectively”. Labor has given support for the following enterprise bargaining policies: • Giving the FWC broader powers to arbitrate disputes arising in the course of enterprise bargaining; • Preventing the unilateral termination of collective agreements if employee entitlements will be reduced; • Improving access to collective bargaining, potentially through multi-employer bargaining; and • Terminating all pre-Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) Collective Workplace Agreements at a nominated date.

We are entering a period where the industrial relations landscape is in for significant change. This article serves as an overview of some of the key issues identified for reform by the new Federal Government. Some changes may be introduced quickly, others may take more time and new issues may arise as important changes. Employers need to ensure they have access to relevant information in an accurate and timely way.

About the Author: Chris Delaney, ASIAL Industrial Relations Advisor. Chris Delaney is a highly regarded employee relations professional with over 40 years’ experience in industrial relations and human resources.

Note: The information provided above is for convenient reference only. ASIAL and Chris Delaney & Associates Pty Ltd provide this information on the basis that it is not intended to be relied upon in any cases, as the circumstances in each matter are specific. Accordingly, we provide this information for general reference only, but we advise you to take no action without prior reference to a workplace relations specialist.

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS ASIAL welcomes the following members who have recently joined the Association. NEW CORPORATE MEMBERS AUS Protective Security

JRA ACT Pty Ltd VIC

Keyts Cleaning Services Vic Pty Ltd

ACT VIC

Bluechip Infotech Pty Ltd

NSW

Bydand Security Consultants Pty Ltd

QLD

L.L Forrest & J.A Gillespie & B.M Turner t/a Smarter Homes Australia

Captivant Pty Ltd

QLD

Marlu Resources Group Pty Ltd

Cerberus Security Australasia

NSW

MN Group (VIC) Pty Ltd ta MN Security Group

VIC

Dicker Data Limited

NSW

MrSecured

Essential Security Tas. Pty Ltd Hart International Australia Pty Ltd

TAS NSW

Hawkvision Group Pty Ltd t/a Home CCTV and Alarm Systems - Hawkvision

VIC

LSS Security Group Pty Ltd

VIC

Protection Services Australia Pty Ltd Quality Driven Security Pty Ltd Queensland Asset Protection Services Pty Ltd Raid7 Pty Ltd Ramset Security Solutions Trust

QLD

QLD VIC VIC QLD VIC SA

Maximum Security And Technology Services Pty Ltd

NSW

Reef2Coal Security Pty.Ltd

QLD

Multisec Consultancy Pty Ltd T/a Multisec Training

NSW

Security Services Australia Pty Ltd

QLD

Optic Security Group (NT)

See Sense Pty Ltd

QLD

Optic Security Group Central

SKI Star Pty Ltd

QLD

Optic Security Group Norwest

Smartlink Training Pty Ltd t/a HEC Security

NSW

Optic Security Group Norwest

Switched on Pro Security

NSW

Optic Security Group NT

Techouse Pty Ltd

Optic Security Group QLD

Telsec Pty Ltd t/a Telsec E Security

QLD

Optic Security Group QLD

Virtual Security Guard Pty Ltd

QLD

Optic Security Group SA

Zone 360 Pty Ltd t/a V.I.P 360 Protection & Security

QLD

PID Controls Pty Ltd

VIC

Sekap Protective Services t/a Sekap Protective Services

NSW

UPGRADE TO FULL CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP

Steel City Management (Group) Pty Ltd

NSW

Broadsafe Services Pty Ltd

NSW

Hoang Thanh Tiet t/a Globaltek Security

Trendsec Security Consulting

NSW

QLD

Yira Yarkiny Investments Pty Ltd t/a Yira Yarkiny Security and Cleaning Services

Walker Security Pty Ltd Zubix Security Pty Ltd

NSW

Invincible Solutions Pty Ltd

VIC

Vision Security Guards Pty Ltd

VIC

Jamie Richard Peters t/a Top End Security

NEW PROVISIONAL CORPORATE MEMBERS 7Horses Enterprises Pty Ltd T/as Security4U Access Patrol Security Services Ace Services International Pty Ltd

Frontier Networks Pty Ltd QLD VIC QLD

KA Security Services Pty Ltd Virtus Risk, Training and Security Pty Ltd HBH Security Services Pty Ltd

NT QLD VIC NSW VIC

AHS Security Group Pty Ltd

VIC

Robek Pty Ltd t/a Azcom

QLD

Amaroo Security Services

VIC

QLD

ATLAS Systems Pty Ltd

VIC

AUS Electrical Data And Communications Pty Ltd t/a AUS Electrical Data And Communications

Australian Star Security Pty Ltd

VIC

Baileys Group Services PTY LTD Blanch Family Holding Pty Ltd t/a MA Training Academy

NSW VIC

CameraCo Pty Ltd

QLD

Code Protection Group Pty Ltd

NSW

Expert Security QLD Pty Ltd

VIC

Global Security Technologies

QLD

Goodsite Group Pty Ltd

NSW

Goodwill Security Services Pty Ltd

ACT

H3C PLUS (ACT) Pty Ltd

QLD

Hard Law Pty Ltd t/a Beyond Security Group

QLD

Headman Security Pty Ltd

QLD

Integral Security Group PTY LTD Jake Anthony Scarr T/a JSA Security

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VIC ACT

Hasham Siddiqui t/a Lion of Fire Security Design Risk Group Pty Ltd Australian Compliant Central Security Services Pty Ltd t/a ACC Security

VIC ACT VIC

Barmco Mana McMurray Pty Ltd

ACT

DevSec Pty Ltd

QLD

Bowen Byte-Wise Pty Ltd t/a Byte-Wise IT Solutions

QLD

Datapod (Australia) Pty Ltd t/a Energy Critical Environments

ACT

MS Group Australia Pty Ltd t/a MS Protective Services

VIC

Digit IT Pty Ltd t/a Digit IT

QLD

Steel Storage Australia Pty Ltd

QLD

Soutar Corp Pty Ltd

QLD

RECOGNITION PROGRAM The ASIAL member recognition program acknowledges longstanding members of the Association. We would like to congratulate the members to have recently achieved the following recognition levels: BRONZE

GOLD

Lindores Personnel No.1 Pty Ltd

QLD

Habitat Security Pty Ltd

NSW

Black Hawk Logistics Pty Ltd

ACT

Ultimate Security Australia Pty Ltd

QLD

SILVER QLD

Australian Security Leaders Pty Ltd t/a ASL Security Group

QLD

Aztech Integrated Systems Pty Ltd

QLD

Blui Pty Ltd t/a Blui Security Australia

QLD

GEA Security Pty Ltd

FNQ Pty Ltd t/a FNQ Security and Traffic Control

QLD

Grid Security Services Pty Ltd

NSW

VIC VIC

Peter Charles Stratton t/a Secure All Security

QLD

Project Security (Queensland) Pty Ltd t/a Project Security

QLD

Queensland Security & Investigations Pty Ltd t/a Kingaroy Security Patrol

VIC

Spartaguard Security Pty. Ltd.

QLD

PLATINUM

ARVG Pty Ltd t/a Stronghold Security

Electronic Technology Consulting Pty Ltd

Cooloola Security Pty Ltd t/a Darling Downs Security

CATEGORIES: PLATINUM – 25 YEARS + GOLD – 16 – 24 YEARS SILVER – 11 – 15 years BRONZE – 6 – 10 years

VIC

Thornton Security Group Pty Ltd

QLD

Virtual Intelligence (Aust) Pty Ltd

QLD

ASIAL CERTIFICATION CLASS 5 CAPABILITY List current as at 9 June 2022 CORE CENTRE

STATE

CERTIFICATE

PRODUCT

EXPIRES

Inner Range Pty Ltd

VIC

Infiniti Class 5

9 June 2024

Integrated Control Technology

Protégé GX DIN Rail System Class 5

20 Aug 2022

NSW

Schneider Electric Security Expert

20 Aug 2022

CANADA

Security Center Synergis™️IX

20 Aug 2022

Schneider Electric Buildings Australia Genetec Inc.

No installation is Class 5 compliant unless accompanied by a site-specific Installer Compliance Statement (ICS) and Client Compliance Statement (CCS) The capability recommendation is based on an overview of AS/NZS 2201.1-2007 and its referenced standards. Full compliance is neither guaranteed nor implied. Whilst the product may be capable of meeting Class 5 standard, meeting this Class relies extensively on both the installer and the client. As part of the capability certification, the supplier has produced both a Compliance Statement and associated documents. These documents are dedicated to Class 5 compliance and form part of the Certification process. The supplier has agreed that: The required documentation will be maintained up-to-date for the period of the Certification, with ASIAL’s inspector being advised in writing of any such changes, and they will maintain compliance throughout the certification. Any changes that may have an impact upon this will notified to ASIAL within 14 days. ASIAL may withdraw and cancel a certificate should it become aware of any non-compliance during the certification period.

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ASIAL GRADED SECURITY MONITORING CENTRES* Current as at 31 May 2022

COMPANY

STATE

CERTIFICATE NO.

GRADE

ADT Security

NSW

553

11 Apr 2023

ADT Security (Data Centre)

NSW

554

11 Apr 2023

556A

27 Mar 2023

ARM Security Systems

GRADING EXPIRY DATE

ART Security

VIC

545A

30 Sept 2022

Back2Base

QLD

546A

28 Sept 2022

BENS Wholesale Monitoring

NSW

548A

19 Nov 2022

Central Monitoring Services

NSW

557

14 April 2023

Chubb Monitoring Centres

NSW

555

25 Mar 2023

Coastcom Security

VIC

571

24 Mar 2024

Energize Australia

VIC

542A

19 Aug 2022

Executive Security Solutions (Monitoring)

VIC

540

15 Aug 2022

Glad Security Pty Ltd

NSW

549A

11 Nov 2022

Golden Electronics

TAS

547A

16 Oct 2022

Instant Security

QLD

567

22 Nov 2023

Linfox Armaguard

VIC

541

14 Aug 2022

Mekina Technologies

TAS

570

21 Dec 2023

Monitoring Excellence

NSW

576

23 Feb 2023

Paul-Tec (Australia)

NSW

561A

28 Feb 2023

Proforce Security Alarm Division Pty Ltd

VIC

558

15 Apr 2023

Protection Pacific Security Ltd

VIC

544A

01 Aug 2022

568

03 Feb 2024

Sapio – Hamilton

SA Security Monitoring

NSW

578

13 Aug 2022

Sapio – West Ryde

NSW

577

13 Aug 2022

Secom Australia

NSW

569

14 Dec 2023

Sectrol Security

VIC

562A

25 Aug 2023

Securemonitoring

VIC

566

23 Nov 2023

Securitas Australia Remote Services

VIC

575

03 Dec 2022

Securitas Australia Remote Services

574

03 Dec 2022

Security 1

ACT

552A

14 Feb 2023

Security Alarm Monitoring Service

538B

18 Jun 2022

Security Control Room

VIC

563A

18 Aug 2023

SMC Australia

QLD

559

6 May 2023

Ultimate Security Australia - Moorebank

NSW

572

23 Sep 2023

Ultimate Security Australia – Greenacre

NSW

573

28 Mar 2024

Valour Security Services

QLD

560A

09 Jul 2023

The ASIAL Graded monitoring centres above have been inspected and graded for compliance with the applicable Australian Standard: AS 2201.2 - 2004. PLEASE NOTE: ASIAL takes no responsibility for companies which may change the nature of their operations subsequent to Grading.

ASIAL CERTIFIED REDUNDANT MONITORING CENTRES List current as at 31 May 2022 CORE CENTRE

GRADE

CERTIFICATE

REDUNDANT LEVEL

EXPIRES

Chubb Monitoring Centres, Rydalmere

R1A

25 Mar 2023

Security Monitoring Centres Australia, Salisbury

R1A

25 Mar 2023

Ultimate Security Australia, Greenacre

R2A

22 Sep 2023

These Centres have been certified as Redundant Monitoring Centres in accordance with the current versions of the ASIAL documents: ‘Redundant Centres – Background’ and ‘Redundant Centres – Requirements and Testing’. 34 SEC U R IT Y IN S IDE R | JU LY –SE PTE M BE R 2022

2022 ASIAL Events Calendar AUG 2022 SECURITY EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE The most highly-anticipated security event of the year is back at the ICC Sydney from the 17th-19th August 2022.

17-19 Aug 2022

2022 SECURITY EXHIBITION The Security Exhibition is the premier event for new and innovative security technologies in the region. Bringing together the full spectrum of security suppliers, the Security Exhibition will for the first time be co-located with the Integrate Exhibition.

17-19 Aug 2022

2022 ASIAL SECURITY CONFERENCE The 36th annual ASIAL Security Conference brings together a diverse line up of industry experts and thought leaders to highlight the importance of an innovative, technologically advanced, and competitive industry to meet the challenges of a new era of security.

17-18 Aug 2022

SECURITY 2022 GALA DINNER After three years of cancellations and virtual events, the Security 2022 Gala Dinner provides an opportunity to network and re-connect with security professionals from around the country.

18 Aug 2022

The industry’s night of nights is proudly sponsored by MSS Security.

SEPT - NOV INDUSTRY BRIEFING – MELBOURNE Time: 7.30am-9.00am Venue: Batman’s on Collins

INDUSTRY BRIEFING – CANBERRA

21 Sept 2022

Time: 7.30am-9.00am Venue: Premier Inn Belconnen

Sponsor:

INDUSTRY BRIEFING – HOBART

INDUSTRY BRIEFING – BRISBANE

Time: 7.30am-9.00am Venue: Rydges Hobart

29 Sept 2022

Time: 7.30am-9.00am Venue: Hillstone St Lucia

Sponsor:

INDUSTRY BRIEFING – ADELAIDE

INDUSTRY BRIEFING – PERTH Time: 7.30am-9.00am Venue: DoubleTree Hilton Perth Northbridge Sponsor:

Time: 7.30am-9.00am Venue: Rydges Adelaide

13 Oct 2022

Sponsor: AGM & NSW INDUSTRY BRIEFING - SYDNEY Time: 7.30am-9.00am Venue: Rydges Parramatta

28 Sept 2022

5 Oct 2022

14 Oct 2022

30 Nov 2022

Sponsor:

The 2022 Australian Security Industry Awards for Excellence - Your time to shine! The security industry will celebrate outstanding achievements at the 2022 #SecurityAwards on 19 October 2022. Proudly sponsored by:

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2022 ASIAL SECURITY CONFERENCE

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS

QLD DIGITAL LICENCE TRIAL COMING TO TOWNSVILLE

MEETING YOUR WORK, HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

INTERNATIONAL SECURITY OFFICERS’ DAY

THE WORKPLACE RELATIONS LANDSCAPE IS CHANGING