Legal
Freedom of Information
The Freedom of Information Act 1982 allows the public a right of access to documents held by VicForests.
Freedom of Information requests must be made in writing, accompanied by the relevant application fee and addressed to VicForests, Legal Officer - Freedom of Information, GPO Box 191, Melbourne Victoria 3001.
For more information visit: Freedom of Information Online
Whistleblowers Protection
In keeping with the requirements of Section 104 of the Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001, VicForests' Whistleblowers Protection Act procedures can be obtained by contacting the Protected Disclosure Officer. Disclosures of improper conduct or detrimental action by VicForests or its employees may be made to the following:
The Protected Disclosure Officer:
VicForests
The Ombudsman Victoria
For more information visit: Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001
Occupational Health & Safety
VicForests recognises its health and safety obligations, both moral and legal, and is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its employees, as well as suppliers, customers and other visitors who may enter our work areas.
- VicForests' Occupational Health and Safety Policy Document
- VicForests' Forest Industry Occupational Health & Safety Standard - Consultation Draft
- VicForests' Forest Industry Occupational Health & Safety Standard - Feedback Form
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