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the status, ownership, approval, review and implementation of this version of this document
contact details for who can help with enquiries about application and interpretation and
a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.

Because committees and positions can change over time, current information about policy approval pathways should be obtained from policies@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.

Child Wellbeing and Safety Policy

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Status	Current	Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date	28th November 2025	This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date	26th November 2026	The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority	Chief Executive	The noted authority approved this version of the document. The Policy Framework Policy defines the current positions and committees that have authority to approve policies and procedures
Approval Date	26th November 2025	This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date	Not Applicable	This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Policy Implementation Officer	Karen Cook Manager Student Services	This is the designated subject matter expert and contact person for enquiries relating to content and implementation
Policy Owner	Cathy Frazer Executive Director People and Student Success	This is the member of Executive with responsibility for the document
Author	Karen Cook Manager Student Services	This is the author of record for this version of the document.
Enquiries Contact	Karen Cook Manager Student Services Student Services	General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

The Child Safe Policy has undergone a major review to align with the updated VRQA requirements for VCE VM re-registration. As part of this process, existing clauses reflecting current compliance standards and best practices in child safety, were reviewed and updated where necessary (Clauses 1 to 48 updated). The policy also now reflects changes to department names and the Executive Director’s title, ensuring alignment with the institute’s current organisational structure.

Clauses Amended:Policy: 3, 5, 6c, 9, 10e, 14,16, 20, 21, 22, 27, 32b, 37, 38, 42, 43,