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Child Safe Environment Procedures

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Status	Current	Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date	3rd September 2020	This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date	3rd September 2023	The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority	Director, Human Resources	The noted authority approved this is version of the document.
Approval Date	3rd September 2020	This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date	Not Applicable	This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Head of Work Unit	Kath Drew Director, Human Resources	This is the officer generally responsible for day to day administrative matters.
Responsible Executive	Kim Franks Vice President (People and Culture)	This is the senior officer with responsibility for the document.
Enquiries Contact	HR Services	General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

15.02.2021: Terminology updated to be consistent with organisational restructure (Faculties). Approved as minor amendments by Head, Governance Services in accordance with Governance Document Rule.

Changes to the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 Qld, have been made, effective 31 August 2020. Amendments to the Child Safe Environment Procedures have been made to ensure that the University is compliant with the legislation. The changes reflect: 1. A new "no card, no start" law. Previously if an application was in progress an employee was able to commence. 2. A new online Application/Linking/De-Linking process. The new process allows Applicants apply for their own Blue Card. The University is required to check the photograph on the card against a form of photo ID, and use a new online form to link the person to the organisation. There is also a new online de-linking form, that the University is required to complete as necessary. 3. A New frequency test. After 31 August, people won’t need a Blue Card if they don't work or volunteer with children for more than 7 days in a calendar year. If the child-related work is more than 7 days, they will need a Blue Card.

Clauses Amended:Procedure: Clauses; 10, 19, 20-23, 39, 40-41, 44-45, 47, 50, 51, 53, 54, 55