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Watch our videos to help you understand the Reportable Conduct Scheme (the Scheme) and how to meet the legal requirements of the Scheme.
How to use these videos
You can watch each section from start to finish, or dip in and out of topics as needed.
Section 1: Introduction to the Reportable Conduct Scheme
In this video, you will learn the fundamentals of the Reportable Conduct Scheme. Watch this video if you want to learn more about:
- what the Reportable Conduct Scheme is
- why we need a Reportable Conduct Scheme in Victoria
- which organisations are covered by the Scheme
- the role of the Commission for Children and Young People
- how the Child Safe Standards and the Reportable Conduct Scheme work together
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Section 2: Responsibilities of the head of an organisation
In this video, you’ll learn about the legal requirements of the Reportable Conduct Scheme and what the head of your organisation needs to do to meet these requirements.
Watch this video if you want to learn more about:
- who is considered the head of organisation
- the responsibilities of the head of organisation
- what actions the head of organisation must take upon becoming aware of an allegation
- the consequences for failing to meet these obligations.
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Information sheet 3: Responsibilities of the head of an organisation
Section 3: Types of reportable conduct
In this video, you will learn about the five types of reportable conduct and the kinds of behaviours that need to be reported under the Scheme. It will also help you to understand the thresholds needed for an allegation to be reportable conduct.
Watch this video if you want to learn more about the five types of reportable conduct, which are:
- sexual offences
- sexual misconduct
- physical violence
- behaviour that causes significant emotional or psychological harm
- significant neglect.
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Section 4: Reporting allegations to the Commission
In this video you will learn more about when and how to report allegations of reportable conduct to the Commission.
Watch this video if you want to learn more about:
- who can make a report to the Commission
- understanding reasonable belief
- the difference between misconduct and reportable conduct, and how these behaviours can sometimes overlap
- what happens after you make a report
- managing risks to children
- how to manage historical allegations.
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Section 5: The investigation process
In this video, you will learn what to consider when conducting a reportable conduct investigation.
Watch this video if you want to learn more about the five steps of an investigation, which are:
1. How to assess reportable allegations, including:
- identifying if the allegation fit into one or more of the five types of reportable conduct.
2. Establishing and planning an investigation, including:
- writing a Terms of Reference for the investigation
- what to consider when appointing an investigator
- developing an investigation plan
- preparing the letter of allegation.
3. Conducting a thorough and fair investigation, including:
- gathering evidence
- record keeping
- conducting interviews
- including children and young people in investigations
- taking a culturally safe approach
- assessing the evidence and determining standards of proof.
4. Completing an Investigation Report, including:
- what you need to include in an investigation report.
5. Making or recommending findings, including
- the types of findings that can be made in a reportable conduct investigation
- what the Commission does with investigation findings.
Section 6: Children and young people
This video is designed for children and young people who engage with organisations subject to the Reportable Conduct Scheme.
Share this video with the children and young people you engage with to:
- help them understand their rights and what it means to be safe in an organisation
- explore examples of behaviour that is considered reportable conduct
- share what steps they can take if they have a concern or feel unsafe
- understand the process for investigating allegations of misconduct.