What do I need to do to ensure my farm or agribusiness is COVIDSafe?

ANSWER: All Victorian businesses are required to have a COVIDSafe Plan in place.

To ensure compliance, random spot checks are underway in metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Your COVIDSafe Plan must set out:

  • Your actions to help prevent the introduction of coronavirus (COVID-19) in your workplace

  • The level of face mask or personal protective equipment (PPE) required for your workforce

  • How you will prepare for, and respond to, a suspected or confirmed case of coronavirus (COVID-19) in your workplace

Businesses must review and update their COVIDSafe Plans routinely. Organisations with multiple worksites must complete a COVIDSafe Plan for each worksite.

Failure to comply can result in an on-the-spot fine of up to $9,913 and up to $20,000 for serious offences.

Visit Creating a COVIDSafe workplace for more information.

Source: Information in this article is sourced from the following website. https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/farm-management/emergency-management/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-overview