COVID-19 information and support links

Victoria Restrictions - August 2020

From 11:59pm Wednesday 5th August 2020, further restrictions came into effect in Victoria.

• Metropolitan Melbourne is in Stage 4 restrictions
• All remaining areas of Victoria are in Stage 3 restrictions

It is mandatory to wear face coverings throughout Victoria. Services and industries that remain operational are required to implement their COVID Safe Plan by 11:59pm Friday 7th August 2020. Employers that require their staff to attend a worksite must issue a Permitted Worker Permit to their employees. This is the responsibility of the employer.

See below for resources.

COVID Safe Plan	COVID Safe Plan overview COVID Safe Plan template (Victoria) COVID Safe Plan template (National COVID-19 Coordination Commission) COVID Safe Plan guidance Understanding your responsibilities Face coverings Preventing infection Preparing for COVID-19 cases in your workplace Planning and responding  Cleaning and disinfecting
Permitted Worker Permits	Permitted worker scheme Eligibility Employer info How to issue a worker permit Carrying a worker permit Childcare permit Permitted worker permit (Word)
Permitted Work Places	Business and industry stage 4 restrictions Permitted Work Premises
Business Support	Business Support Package

 

 

 

 

Health advice and updates on the virus

health.gov.au

Current status of COVID-19 Symptoms and preventative measures Educational resources for your workplace Government response and updates

 

Business assistance

business.gov.au fairwork.gov.au safeworkaustralia.gov.au employsure.com.au

Assistance available to sole traders and businesses Support for apprentices and trainees Boosting cash flow Advice for employers

 

Support and mental health

lifeline.org.au beyondblue.org.au

Support and counselling Advice for maintaining emotional and mental health