Review of Victoria’s Private Security Industry

In October 2018, the Premier, The Hon. Daniel Andrews, announced the Victorian Government would conduct a review of the private security industry. The aim is to: f raise industry standards f improve safety of employees and the community f ensure workers are paid properly and fairly. The Review will look at the current licencing and regulatory framework, the operation of the Private Security Act 2004 and its associated regulations. The aim is to determine what reforms are appropriate to improve the safety and security of all Victorians. It will consider: f the prerequisites that are needed to participate in the industry f the training of employees f how compliance is monitored and enforced f employment practices and how workplace laws are applied. The Review will deliver its final report and recommendations to the Minister for Police and Emergency Services, the Treasurer and the Premier by December 2020.

An Issues Paper has been prepared to guide you in providing your feedback. It has been developed in consultation with stakeholders, including ASIAL, Victoria Police (the Regulator) and other industry representatives.

Government is seeking frank feedback, including personal experiences that highlight concerns or issues, in order to generate and present a range of options for reform.

QUEENSLAND SECURITY INDUSTRY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2020-25.

Jobs Queensland is nearing completion of a Workforce Development Plan for the security industry. Drawing on input from industry participants, including ASIAL. Once finalised it is hoped that the plan will assist in forming a strategy to increase the industry’s attractiveness to new entrants, build workforce capability and improve retention of skilled workers.

Victoria’s Private Security Industry Issues paper for consultation Police Policy and Strategy

This Options Paper seeks to: f communicate and seek feedback on issues already identified by stakeholders f draw out any new options and ideas for consideration, that can be used to inform recommendations for reform. A copy of the issues paper can be viewed at: engage.vic.gov.au/private-security-review-2020

The closing date for submissions is 27 July 2020.

RESEARCH INTO THE USE OF CASUALS

ASIAL in conjunction with other industry associations and the University of Wollongong is conducting research into the use of casuals across a range of industries.

Information collected will be vital in helping to build a body of evidence that demonstrates the important role flexible work arrangements play in the modern workplace and the need to facilitate such flexibilities in the Award system.