Collection statement

For asbestos removal licences, construction induction cards, engineered stone licences, high risk work licences (HRWL) and HRWL interstate transfers.

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Victorian WorkCover Authority (WorkSafe)

A body corporate established under the Accident Compensation Act 1985.

This notice sets out

  • what type of information we collect
  • why we collect it
  • who we may share it with
  • how to contact us

Why we collect information

Personal and health information that WorkSafe collects in connection with these applications will be used to:

  • evaluate these and any associated applications
  • administer the licence

The information collected may also be used in the administration and enforcement of legislation administered by WorkSafe. This includes:

  • the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OHS Act)
  • the administration and evaluation of WorkSafe's programs
  • for law enforcement functions and legal proceedings

Collection of personal and health information may be required by the OHS Act and associated regulations.

If this information is not provided, applications may not be accepted or processed.

Who we may share it with

WorkSafe Victoria may disclose personal and/or health information for public health and safety purposes. WorkSafe may disclose this information to other regulatory agencies, including police, for the purposes of investigating or conducting an interview in connection with the application. WorkSafe may also disclose personal and health information to:

  • its contractors and agents
  • a court or tribunal
  • government agencies such as AUSTRAC
  • any person authorised by the individual to whom it relates, or by law, to obtain it

WorkSafe may disclose a person's licence status to:

  • employers
  • prospective employers
  • members of the public who wish to check this status, including by publication on WorkSafe websites

The right to access information

Individuals may access their personal and health information held by WorkSafe by contacting the Freedom of Information and Privacy Team. Access WorkSafe's Privacy policy or contact the nearest WorkSafe office for more information.