Announced yesterday, as of midnight on 07th April 2020, there are now restrictions on visitors to HACSU members’ workplaces, including the following:

• Hospitals
• Disability group homes
• Alcohol and drug services
• Residential care facilities
• Secure welfare services

The Victorian Government had advised that no one must not enter any of the above care facilities unless they are:

• A resident
• A staff member or
• Are visiting a resident of the facility (in limited circumstances)

Visits are to be limited to one visit per day, for a maximum of two hours and with no more than two people at one time.

If you are concerned that these visitor restrictions are not be adhered to at your workplace, please speak with your employer. If you are still having issues, contact HACSU Assist on 1300 651 931 or via email assist@hacsu.asn.au

Click here for more information, or to download a copy of the enforceable restrictions: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/202004/Direction%20-%20Care%20Facilities%20%28signed%29.pdf

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