News
22
October, 2020
Sex Discrimination in AV – Experiences required
22 October, 2020
The VAU has received complaints from members which predominately relate to the experiences of women who have received differential or unfavourable treatment because of their sex, gender identity and/or current/future pregnancy status. These complaints from members also related to the ‘culture’ of MICA fostered by AV...
19
October, 2020
AP12 Allocation – Update
19 October, 2020
In response to our bulletin, the VAU has received over 37 individual responses from affected AP12 members. Each response received by VAU expresses disappointment, frustration and disillusionment with AV’s lack of communication and inability to comply with its own internal processes.
24
September, 2020
Health and Safety Reps are making a Difference
24 September, 2020
In the ambulance industry, workplace health and safety is often compromised by the urgent nature of the work that you do. It is the job of your HSRs to monitor your safety at work and ensure that no short-cuts are taken.
07
September, 2020
Ambulance Victoria Enterprise Agreement 2020 ACCEPTED
07 September, 2020
The VAU is pleased to inform members that the Ambulance Victoria Enterprise Agreement 2020 has been accepted by a majority of employees who voted in the ballot.
06
September, 2020
Ambulance Victoria Enterprise Agreement 2020 – LAST CHANCE
06 September, 2020
The Victorian Ambulance Union Incorporated endorse this agreement and encourage you to vote Yes.
03
September, 2020
Ambulance Victoria Proposal to upskill Ambulance Community Officers for Major Regional Centres – The Bendigo Model
03 September, 2020
The VAU have NOT been consulted on this proposal and do not support a program to upskill ACOs to fill paramedic shifts in Bendigo.
24
August, 2020
Proposed AVEA 2020 – Parental Leave Entitlements Brought Forward
24 August, 2020
We are pleased to inform members that new parental leave entitlements for those covered by the AVEA 2020 will be accessible for members who begin paid parental leave from 30 July 2020.
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August, 2020
Ambulance Victoria – Proposed Enterprise Agreement
14 August, 2020
To assist members to understand the improvements negotiated, the VAU have prepared a summary of AGREED claims which are reflected as changes in the AVEA 2020. We have also included reference to other claims that were agreed but will be implemented via an alternative mechanism
13
August, 2020
Ambulance Victoria restarts random alcohol and drug testing during Pandemic
13 August, 2020
The VAU confirms that we have not been informed that AV are resuming random testing. The VAU are not supportive of it being resumed during current COVID-19 restrictions.
31
July, 2020
71 second turnout time target – OUTCOME
31 July, 2020
We are pleased to have received written confirmation from AV that the reduced KPI of 71 seconds will not be actively pursued and the previous KPI of 90 seconds has been reinstated.
29
July, 2020
71 Second Turnout Time Target – DURING A PANDEMIC!
29 July, 2020
The Victorian Ambulance Union Incorporated has received a significant number of complaints from members about the recent move by Ambulance Victoria to reduce the ambulance turnout time target from 90 seconds to 71 seconds.
24
July, 2020
VAU obtains Fair Work Commission recommendation on ‘40 hours bonus leave’ entitlement
24 July, 2020
This week the Victorian Ambulance Union Incorporated successfully represented a member at the Fair Work Commission in dispute with Ambulance Victoria over the application of the ‘40 hours bonus leave entitlement’ in the Ambulance Victoria Enterprise Agreement 2015 (Varied and Extended) (AV Agreement).
23
July, 2020
Loddon–Mallee Resourcing
23 July, 2020
At the beginning of the pandemic the VAU requested and received written confirmation that any changes, including changes to crewing arrangements, that may occur to deal with the pandemic will be immediately reversed after the pandemic.
22
July, 2020
COVID19 – Updated advice on CTS and multi-loading of Patients
22 July, 2020
A ‘cease double loading’ directive issued (Directive) has been worked on by the VAU and DHHS. The directive was sent to all NEPT companies and Ambulance Victoria.
16
July, 2020
AV flag proposed changes to peer support program
16 July, 2020
Members were provided with information about plans to increase access to Peer Support across the State. Matters discussed in the meeting included:
15
July, 2020
SAFETY ALERT – Securing contaminated equipment
15 July, 2020
Photographic evidence provided by our members shows several pieces of equipment that have been left unsealed and in single bags placing FMO and LSO members at risk of exposure to contamination.
09
July, 2020
Optima Live moves during COVID19 pandemic
09 July, 2020
If you are moved to another location, you should respectfully confirm with the Duty Manager if there are other crews present and discuss other options. The VAU advises members to fill out a HSCS and to keep your own record of any Optima Live movements between branches.
05
July, 2020
Quick industrial update – Paid Pandemic Leave Award Application & Other Matters
05 July, 2020
Members will recall that the VAU filed an application on behalf of our member and award-covered employee at St Johns, Alan Stokes to insert a paid pandemic leave entitlement into the Ambulance & Patient Transport Industry Award 2020 (Award). This matter is continuing to be dealt with along with a domain name dispute, Health Select, and AV bargaining.
03
July, 2020
Fleet Maintenance Officer wage parity with Logistic Support Officers
03 July, 2020
The proposed enterprise agreement will be circulated soon and FMO members will be able to see for themselves that their new rate of pay will be equivalent to the rate paid to LSO’s. Members are always welcome to seek clarification from the VAU if they wish to be provided with facts.
25
June, 2020
Ambulance Victoria involvement in COVID-19 cluster testing
25 June, 2020
AV have been requested to provide support by conducting tests on asymptomatic patients. Training in testing procedures will be conducted by the Alfred hospital.