PSA success in Drug and Alcohol Policy

The PSA notified members in February that we had commenced the dispute process with Transport for NSW (TfNSW) regarding its proposal for a new Drug and Alcohol policy. Specifically, the PSA took issue with: the blanket 0.00 per cent blood alcohol concentration (BAC). The PSA took the view that it was unreasonable to implement 0.00 per cent BAC for all roles. The risk associated with…

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COVIDSafe consultation finalised: TfNSW removes vaccination mandate

You may be aware Transport for NSW (TfNSW) has announced it will be removing the mandate for vaccinations. This will commence from 1 September 2022. The change in position comes after a two-staged consultation approach: TfNSW consulting on its risk assessment; and TfNSW consulting on the proposed position to remove the vaccination mandate. The PSA provided feedback at both stages; much of which reflected the…

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Report back from your Delegates: Special Education Working Group

The PSA Special Education Working Group (SEWG) had its quarterly meeting on Monday 22 August 2022. The committee meets to discuss matters affecting School Learning Support Officers (SLSO) working in all streams, including Student Health Support, and reports these through the Schools Departmental Committee for discussion with the Department of Education (DoE).  Violence in schools The SEWG is extremely concerned about the increase in workplace violence…

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PSA encourages members in Sheriff’s Office to complete the PMES

The annual People Matter Employment Survey (PMES) opened last Monday. The survey closes on 16 September 2022. Your union is asking members to complete the survey. The PMES can provide an invaluable snapshot of staff views. These can be used to drive improvements in employee conditions and customer service. They provide useful statistics for union submissions on a whole range of employment-related matters. That is…

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Attention Graphic Service Operators!

We have previously advised you that the Department of Customer Service is seeking to update the Graphic Service Operations Award. We would prefer to move forward with negotiations with a member who is covered by the Award due to the specialised knowledge related to the occupation. Organisers from the PSA will be at the Spatial Services Bathurst site Tuesday 30 August with the intention of…

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